Difference between revisions of "Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas"
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|cover = Grand Theft Auto San Andreas Cover.png | |cover = Grand Theft Auto San Andreas Cover.png | ||
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==Game data== | ==Game data== | ||
{{ii}} 2.0 executable and newer will refuse to load savegames created with previous .exe. Use [http://gtasnp.com GTA Save N Play] service to convert them | {{ii}} 2.0 executable and newer will refuse to load savegames created with previous .exe. Use [http://gtasnp.com GTA Save N Play] service to convert them | ||
− | {{ii}} | + | {{ii}} Saves made with original 1.0 scripts will fail to load when used with Hot Coffee patched ones, and vice versa. This can be fixed by [http://hmvartak.freeiz.com/SCMConverter/conv.htm converting] them |
{{ii}} Default configuration/saves folder path can be [https://web.archive.org/web/20100426104226/http://www.gtaforums.com/index.php?showtopic=194371 customized] | {{ii}} Default configuration/saves folder path can be [https://web.archive.org/web/20100426104226/http://www.gtaforums.com/index.php?showtopic=194371 customized] | ||
===Configuration file(s) location=== | ===Configuration file(s) location=== | ||
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|fov notes = Adjustments are possible directly using [[#Widescreen resolution|widescreen fix]] or with [http://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/233-cam-hack/ Camhack] | |fov notes = Adjustments are possible directly using [[#Widescreen resolution|widescreen fix]] or with [http://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/233-cam-hack/ Camhack] | ||
|windowed = hackable | |windowed = hackable | ||
− | |windowed notes = | + | |windowed notes = [http://gtaforums.com/topic/367393-rel-sa-window/ SA Window]. ('''[[#Frequently used plugins|ASI loader]]''' required) |
|borderless windowed = hackable | |borderless windowed = hackable | ||
|borderless windowed notes = | |borderless windowed notes = | ||
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{{Fixbox|1= | {{Fixbox|1= | ||
{{Fixbox/fix|Correct widescreen implementation}} | {{Fixbox/fix|Correct widescreen implementation}} | ||
− | {{ii}} Make sure you are already using [[#Downgrading|1.00 version]] and that you can load [[#Frequently used plugins| | + | {{ii}} Make sure you are already using [[#Downgrading|1.00 version]] and that you can load [[#Frequently used plugins|ASI modifications]] |
# Download [http://www.gtagarage.com/mods/show.php?id=25380 Widescreen HOR+ Support] | # Download [http://www.gtagarage.com/mods/show.php?id=25380 Widescreen HOR+ Support] | ||
# Extract <code>rel</code> folder in <code>{{p|game}}</code> | # Extract <code>rel</code> folder in <code>{{p|game}}</code> | ||
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{{Fixbox|1= | {{Fixbox|1= | ||
{{Fixbox/fix|Delete [[#Configuration file(s) location|gta_sa.set]]|link=false}} | {{Fixbox/fix|Delete [[#Configuration file(s) location|gta_sa.set]]|link=false}} | ||
+ | }} | ||
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+ | ===Game crashes during or after loading screens=== | ||
+ | {{Fixbox|1= | ||
+ | {{Fixbox/fix|Delete [[#Configuration file(s) location|gta_sa.set]]|link=false}} | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{Fixbox|1= | ||
+ | {{Fixbox/fix|If you have just downgraded: convert your save}} | ||
+ | # Navigate to [[#Save game data location|save games folder]] | ||
+ | # Upload & Convert your save file with [http://hmvartak.freeiz.com/SCMConverter/conv.htm SCMConverter] service | ||
+ | # Download fixed save back to the save games folder | ||
}} | }} | ||
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===Modding=== | ===Modding=== | ||
====Frequently used plugins==== | ====Frequently used plugins==== | ||
− | * [http://gtaforums.com/topic/523982-relopensrc-silents-asi-loader/ Silent's ASI Loader] - Basic | + | * [http://gtaforums.com/topic/523982-relopensrc-silents-asi-loader/ Silent's ASI Loader] - Basic ASI loader. A must for everybody thinks to seriously mod the game |
* [http://cleo.li/ CLEO] - Popular script extender used by lots of sophisticated mods(already include Silent's ASI loader) | * [http://cleo.li/ CLEO] - Popular script extender used by lots of sophisticated mods(already include Silent's ASI loader) | ||
* [http://gtaforums.com/topic/669520-sarel-san-andreas-mod-loader/ San Andreas Mod Loader] - Outperform every previous cfg/dat/img manager | * [http://gtaforums.com/topic/669520-sarel-san-andreas-mod-loader/ San Andreas Mod Loader] - Outperform every previous cfg/dat/img manager |
Revision as of 15:03, 30 July 2014
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Rockstar North | |
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Capcom | |
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Release dates | |
Windows | June 1, 2005 |
macOS (OS X) | November 12, 2010 |
Warnings
- The macOS (OS X) version of this game does not work on macOS Catalina (version 10.15) or later due to the removal of support for 32-bit-only apps.
Key points
- The Steam version has no third-party DRM and supports both Windows and OS X.
- Exceeding 30FPS introduces gameplay and physical issues
- Downgrading is practically mandatory due to almost every user fix incompatible with newer versions
General information
- Official game site
- GTAForums - Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas Discussion
- Grand Theft Auto Wiki
- GTA Network - A huge network of fansites all dedicated to the Grand Theft Auto series
- GTA Garage Mod Database
- Steam Community Discussions
- Steam Users' Forums for game series
Availability
- Only the Steam version has OS X support.
Essential improvements
Skip intro videos
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Downgrading
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SilentPatch
- Fixes many of the bugs introduced in the PC version like bugged coronas headlights and road reflections. US 1.0 version only.
- Adds new features to the game like FLAC codec support
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Game data
- 2.0 executable and newer will refuse to load savegames created with previous .exe. Use GTA Save N Play service to convert them
- Saves made with original 1.0 scripts will fail to load when used with Hot Coffee patched ones, and vice versa. This can be fixed by converting them
- Default configuration/saves folder path can be customized
Configuration file(s) location
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Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/12120/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game data location
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System | Location |
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Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/12120/pfx/[Note 1] |
Video settings
Widescreen resolution
- Game normally renders stretched anamorphic images. In-game widescreen option uses proper Aspect Ratio but cuts image (Vert-)
- In 1.01 and 2.0 versions resolutions higher than 1680x1080 will be available[1], albeit far from perfection
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Input settings
Y-axis sensitivity fix
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Audio settings
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
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Arabic | Fan translation. Details missing—please edit this page and add it. | |||
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Italian | ||||
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Network
- Arguably, Multi Theft Auto is more advanced, however San Andreas Multiplayer currently has a larger community. Both mods require a version 1.0 executable.
Multiplayer types
Type | Native | Players | Notes | |
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Local play | 2 | Use the 2 Player Missions mod. Controllers only. | ||
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Online play | Use Multi Theft Auto: San Andreas or San Andreas Multiplayer. |
Connection types
Type | Native | Notes |
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Dedicated | Use Multi Theft Auto: San Andreas or San Andreas Multiplayer. | |
Self-hosting | Use Multi Theft Auto: San Andreas or San Andreas Multiplayer. | |
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Issues unresolved
- Even though practically every major bug has been addressed by mods such as SilentPatch and TTDISA, there's no guarantee you won't encounter some of the rarest ones.
- Some save corrupting glitches can be fixed trough an online repair tool
Issues fixed
Any of the following problems, refer to a single common fixbox.
If you have
- Game-breaking bugs and glitches
- Some missions such as Amphibious Assault or Driving School missions[2] are impassable or incredibly difficult
- Physical weirdness
- Cars handles like the handbrake is always on, decelerate almost immediately and seem feathered whenever in-air
- Gameplay absurdities
- Cars and/or pedestrians move extremely fast (sometimes almost comically)
- Inability to dive underwater
- Crashes when listening to User Radio (these were fixed in patch 1.01[3])
THEN
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Game doesn't start after downgrading
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Game crashes during or after loading screens
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Intro movies not showing and/or broken alt-tab
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Mouse fails to work
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Game crashes when cars explode
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Sound issues
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Stuck into a gym
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Error on start due to a DirectX 9.0 prompt (Windows 8)
- This fix is not required for the Steam version.
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Other information
Enhancement pack
- Contains much of the most used fixes
Improved shadows
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Modding
Frequently used plugins
- Silent's ASI Loader - Basic ASI loader. A must for everybody thinks to seriously mod the game
- CLEO - Popular script extender used by lots of sophisticated mods(already include Silent's ASI loader)
- San Andreas Mod Loader - Outperform every previous cfg/dat/img manager
Featured Mods
- Various smaller fixes and improvements are listed here
- Things to do in San Andreas - Fixes nearly all the gameplay bugs left in the game and add lots of cut or removed stuff [Download/Instructions]
- ViceCityStories PC Edition
System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | 2000 or XP | |
Processor (CPU) | AMD Athlon 1 GHz Intel Pentium III 1 GHz |
AMD Athlon XP 2000+ Intel Pentium 4 2 GHz |
System memory (RAM) | ||
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 3.6 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | NVIDIA GeForce 3 64 MB of VRAM DirectX 8.1 compatible | NVIDIA GeForce 6200 128 MB of VRAM DirectX 9.0c compatible |
macOS (OS X) | ||
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Minimum | ||
Operating system (OS) | Snow Leopard 10.6.8 (Snow Leopard) or later | |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Core 2 Duo Processor or better | |
System memory (RAM) | ||
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 5.2 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | ATI X1600 NVIDIA 7300GT Intel X3100 integrated graphics chip |
Notes
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Notes regarding Steam Play (Linux) data:
- File/folder structure within this directory reflects the path(s) listed for Windows and/or Steam game data.
- Use Wine's registry editor to access any Windows registry paths.
- The app ID (12120) may differ in some cases.
- Treat backslashes as forward slashes.
- See the glossary page for details on Windows data paths.
References
Categories:
- Pages needing cover images
- Windows
- OS X
- Games
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- Invalid section order
- Invalid template usage (Fixbox)
- Invalid template usage (Localizations)
- Local multiplayer games
- Self-hosting
- Missing section (Availability)
- Missing section (Save game cloud syncing)
- Missing section (Video)
- Missing section (Input)
- Missing section (Audio)
- Missing section (API)