Welcome back to Medici, where chaos isn’t just encouraged—it’s expected. If you’re just getting your footing in Just Cause 3, you’ve probably realized that movement isn’t about walking from point A to B. It’s about climbing, gliding, grappling, crashing, and yes—sometimes totally wrecking the only bridge you needed. In this guide, we’re diving into a raw, unfiltered take on how to get around this explosive open world, drawn from gameplay commentary that perfectly captures the everyday challenges of Rico Rodriguez.

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The Grapple-Parachute Combo: Learning the Flow

After blowing up a wave of enemy helicopters (because what else would you be doing?), the question becomes—how do you get back up the mountain? The answer: your trusty grapple hook and parachute combo. The technique might seem clunky at first. You’ll slam into cliffs, misfire a few tethers, and probably land hard enough to make Rico grunt in pain. But that’s part of the journey.

Grappling a surface and deploying your parachute mid-air is a fundamental skill in Just Cause 3. When done right, you can chain these moves together for momentum-based ascension. Even when the execution’s a little messy, it still works—and when it clicks, it feels pretty damn cool. Just remember: the parachute isn’t just for falling—it’s a control tool, a way to navigate mid-air and reposition before firing your next grapple.

Skipping the Climb: Tether Tricks and Shortcuts

Forget walking or climbing. If you see a ledge or a rooftop, you tether to it. If it looks too far, try tethering mid-parachute flight. Getting to high ground in Just Cause 3 is rarely about finding the stairs—it’s about creatively launching yourself. At one point, our player grumbles about the hard landings and ragdoll stumbles, but it’s all part of the learning curve.

You can even clear large gaps or climb tricky hillsides by combining jump momentum with grapples. And when you’re really in a groove, you’ll fly over terrain that once felt impassable, pulling off clean landings or last-minute saves by hooking onto any nearby structure. It’s all about rhythm and flow—there’s no right way, just your way.

Tethering Stuff for Fun and Function

There’s a great little moment where the player says, “Let’s tether it together—let’s do this.” And honestly, that could be the slogan of Just Cause 3. Whether you’re tethering vehicles, objects, or enemies, the system is more than a toy. It’s also useful for setting up creative shortcuts, removing roadblocks, or solving mission puzzles.

Tether multiple objects together and hit the retract button, and you’ll see a satisfying snap as physics does its thing. It’s not always predictable, but it’s always entertaining. This is a mechanic where experimentation pays off, so lean into it early and often.

Upgrades and Context Menus: Progression in Motion

After some wild stunts and a few awkward bridge-crossing failures (we’ll get to that), the player unlocks a mission upgrade. This brings up the context menu—a slightly fiddly interface, but once you learn how to place waypoints and track missions, you’ll be zipping toward objectives like a pro.

Open the map, select your mission (in this case, “Mario Rebellos Standoff” is next), and place your waypoint. The game then paints a line on the road for you to follow. While it may not always be the straightest route, it helps maintain momentum—especially when you’re multitasking destruction with navigation.

When You Break the Bridge (And Everything Else)

Here’s a moment that really captures the essence of Just Cause: blowing up a bridge, then realizing you needed it. Our guide’s player obliterated a crucial crossing, then had to awkwardly figure out how to still reach their destination. That’s the chaos of Medici—your own destruction becomes your next traversal challenge.

The lesson here? Be mindful of what you blow up. But also, be resourceful when you do. If the bridge is gone, tether across the canyon. Use a wingsuit jump from a nearby high point. Call in a helicopter if you’ve got one unlocked. Your creativity is your greatest asset when the landscape turns against you (especially when it’s your own fault).

The Beauty in the Chaos

Not everything is about explosions. One of the real surprises here was a moment of genuine appreciation for the game’s world. While driving through sunflower-lined roads, the player notes how the scenery rivals that of some modern racing games. It’s a reminder that Just Cause 3 isn’t just loud and messy—it’s also stunningly beautiful in quiet moments. Don’t forget to take it in.

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Final Words and Real Talk

Movement in Just Cause 3 isn’t about precision—it’s about freedom. You’ll botch landings, destroy your own paths, and flail your way up mountains. But in the middle of all that, you’ll have moments of brilliance, where you chain a perfect grapple-parachute-wingsuit combo and land right where you wanted.

That’s what makes the traversal so satisfying. It’s messy, but it’s yours. And as you refine your skills, you’ll realize Medici isn’t a world you travel through—it’s one you fly over, fall through, and blow up in spectacular style.

So, keep practicing. Tether everything. Don’t worry if you fall. And when you accidentally destroy a bridge—make it part of the adventure.