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Difference between revisions of "Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas"

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'''Key points'''
 
'''Key points'''
 
{{ii}} Extensive modding community with [[#Modding|thousands of]] mods available. Although unofficial, [[#Multiplayer mods|online mods]] have an active estimated monthly player base of over 500,000 players.<ref>[https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/2016/09/15/why-a-million-people-still-play-multiplayer-grand-theft-auto-san-andreas-every-month/ Why A Million People Still Play Multiplayer Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas Every Month | Rock, Paper, Shotgun]</ref>
 
{{ii}} Extensive modding community with [[#Modding|thousands of]] mods available. Although unofficial, [[#Multiplayer mods|online mods]] have an active estimated monthly player base of over 500,000 players.<ref>[https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/2016/09/15/why-a-million-people-still-play-multiplayer-grand-theft-auto-san-andreas-every-month/ Why A Million People Still Play Multiplayer Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas Every Month | Rock, Paper, Shotgun]</ref>
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{{++}} Ability to import owned music to create a custom radio station.
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{{++}} The PC version features the ability to import owned music to create a custom radio station.
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{{--}} Many visual features from original PlayStation 2 version of the game are missing without [https://gtaforums.com/topic/749193-sa-ps2-features-to-pc/ mods], and exceeding 30 FPS introduces [[#Timing-related issues|timing issues]] for gameplay and physics.
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{{--}} Many visual features from original PlayStation 2 version of the game are either simplified, missing, or broken in the PC version, and exceeding 30 FPS introduces [[#Timing-related issues|timing issues]] for gameplay and physics. There are mods available to restore these features back into the PC version; see [https://gtaforums.com/topic/749193-sa-ps2-features-to-pc/ this forum thread] for details.
 
{{--}} [[#Downgrading|Downgrading]] is recommended as many community-created fixes and mods have limited or no support for later game versions.
 
{{--}} [[#Downgrading|Downgrading]] is recommended as many community-created fixes and mods have limited or no support for later game versions.
  
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{{Availability/row| Retail | | Disc | {{DRM|SecuROM|7}} disc check. <br /> Polish copies use {{DRM|StarForce|5}}. |  | Windows }}
 
{{Availability/row| Retail | | Disc | {{DRM|SecuROM|7}} disc check. <br /> Polish copies use {{DRM|StarForce|5}}. |  | Windows }}
 
{{Availability/row| Retail | | Disc | Included in ''Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy''.<ref>{{Refcheck|user=AmethystViper|date=2021-10-24|comment=Does not appear to use SecuROM DRM after installing the game from the disc, and running SecuROM's removal tool does not return any instance of SecuROM being installed onto the system while the game was installed. Tested on Windows 10 64-bit. }}</ref> | | Windows, OS X }}
 
{{Availability/row| Retail | | Disc | Included in ''Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy''.<ref>{{Refcheck|user=AmethystViper|date=2021-10-24|comment=Does not appear to use SecuROM DRM after installing the game from the disc, and running SecuROM's removal tool does not return any instance of SecuROM being installed onto the system while the game was installed. Tested on Windows 10 64-bit. }}</ref> | | Windows, OS X }}
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{{Availability/row| Publisher | https://store.rockstargames.com/game/buy-grand-theft-auto-the-trilogy | Rockstar Games Launcher | Purchased as ''Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy'' and includes [[Grand Theft Auto III |GTA III]] and [[Grand Theft Auto: Vice City |GTA: Vice City]]. Playable without DRM by using [[#Downgrading|SA RGSC Downgrader]].<ref name="Downgrading">{{Refcheck|user=AmethystViper|date=2020-12-14|comment=Tested on the "Second Edition" (v2.00), Steam (New Steam r2), and the RGL releases and they downgraded them to the v1.0 release of the game.}}</ref> | | Windows }}
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{{Availability/row| Publisher | https://store.rockstargames.com/game/buy-grand-theft-auto-the-trilogy | Rockstar Games Launcher | Included in ''Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy''. Playable without DRM by using [[#Downgrading|SA RGSC Downgrader]].<ref name="Downgrading">{{Refcheck|user=AmethystViper|date=2020-12-14|comment=Tested on the "Second Edition" (v2.00), Steam (New Steam r2), and the RGL releases and they downgraded them to the v1.0 release of the game.}}</ref> | | Windows }}
 
{{Availability/row| Amazon | B008FPV4N4 | Steam | | | Windows | unavailable }}
 
{{Availability/row| Amazon | B008FPV4N4 | Steam | | | Windows | unavailable }}
 
{{Availability/row| Gamesplanet | 1934-1 | Rockstar Games Launcher |  |  | Windows | unavailable }}
 
{{Availability/row| Gamesplanet | 1934-1 | Rockstar Games Launcher |  |  | Windows | unavailable }}
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===Downgrading===
 
===Downgrading===
 
{{ii}} Any save game created previously must be converted. See [[#Incompatible_save_game|here]] for instructions.
 
{{ii}} Any save game created previously must be converted. See [[#Incompatible_save_game|here]] for instructions.
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{{++}} Downgrading restores all removed licensed songs from the game for the latest Steam and Rockstar Games Launcher versions and bypasses modding prevention checks from the Second Edition and Rockstar Games Launcher versions.
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{{++}} Downgrading restores all removed licensed songs from the game for the latest Steam and Rockstar Games Launcher versions and removes modding prevention checks from the Second Edition and Rockstar Games Launcher versions.
 
{{--}} US executable that is provided misses French, German and Italian localization support. Check [[#Add more localizations to language menu|fix below]].
 
{{--}} US executable that is provided misses French, German and Italian localization support. Check [[#Add more localizations to language menu|fix below]].
 
{{Fixbox|description=Use San Andreas Downgrader|ref=<ref name="Downgrading" />|fix=
 
{{Fixbox|description=Use San Andreas Downgrader|ref=<ref name="Downgrading" />|fix=
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===ASI Loader===
 
===ASI Loader===
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{{ii}} Required for many script-based mods and fixes. Most mods include their own asi loader, but it's important to not overwrite this one with those given that this is the most updated and recent version of the loader.
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{{ii}} Required for many script-based mods and fixes. Most mods include their own ASI loader, however, it is important to not overwrite this one as it is more recently updated than ones supplied by some mods.
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{{Fixbox|description=Use ThirteenAG's Ultimate ASI Loader|ref=<ref>{{Refcheck|user=Amethystviper|date=2022-10-13|comment=Ultimate ASI Loader has been updated more recently compared to Silent ASI Loader and this pre-made package I've created uses the latest release from Github as of writing. The original v1 vorbisFile.dll supplied by CLEO 4 is also included.}}</ref>|fix=
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{{Fixbox|description=Use [https://gtaforums.com/topic/523982-relopensrc-silents-asi-loader/ Silent's ASI Loader]|fix=
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Download Ultimate ASI Loader [https://1drv.ms/u/s!AmZlhUlwACFugeJqDV40RgU5NAN9-g?e=dc3GRg here], then extract the contents of {{file|Ultimate ASI Loader.zip}} into <code>{{p|game}}</code>.
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Place <code>vorbisHooked.dll</code>, <code>vorbisFile.dll</code>, and the <code>scripts</code> folder into <code>{{p|game}}</code>
 
 
}}
 
}}
  
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{{++}} Fixes many of the bugs introduced in the PC version like bugged sun flare, rotor blades, road reflections and ''some'' frame-rate related issues.<ref>[https://gtaforums.com/topic/669045-silentpatch/?page=27#comment-1065600043 SilentPatch - Page 27 - GTA Forums]</ref>
 
{{++}} Fixes many of the bugs introduced in the PC version like bugged sun flare, rotor blades, road reflections and ''some'' frame-rate related issues.<ref>[https://gtaforums.com/topic/669045-silentpatch/?page=27#comment-1065600043 SilentPatch - Page 27 - GTA Forums]</ref>
 
{{++}} Adds new features to the game like FLAC codec support.<ref>[https://gtaforums.com/topic/669045-silentpatch/?page=23#comment-1065584011 SilentPatch - Page 23 - GTA Forums]</ref>
 
{{++}} Adds new features to the game like FLAC codec support.<ref>[https://gtaforums.com/topic/669045-silentpatch/?page=23#comment-1065584011 SilentPatch - Page 23 - GTA Forums]</ref>
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{{Fixbox|description=How to install SilentPatch|ref=<ref name="Silent"/>|fix=
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{{Fixbox|description=Download [https://gtaforums.com/topic/669045-iiivcsaasi-silentpatch/ SilentPatch]|ref=<ref name="Silent"/>|fix=
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Download SilentPatch SA [https://cookieplmonster.github.io/mods/gta-sa/ here], then extract the contents of {{file|SilentPatchSA.zip}} into <code>{{p|game}}\scripts\</code>.
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Place <code>SilentPatchSA.ini</code> and <code>SilentPatchSA.asi</code> into <code>{{p|game}}\scripts\</code>
 
  
 
'''Notes'''
 
'''Notes'''
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===Skip intro videos===
 
===Skip intro videos===
 
{{Fixbox|description=Install [[#SilentPatch|SilentPatch]]|ref=<ref name="Silent">{{Refcheck|user=Silent|date=2017-08-16|comment=All confirmed by the author of the unofficial patch '''SilentPatch'''}}</ref>}}
 
{{Fixbox|description=Install [[#SilentPatch|SilentPatch]]|ref=<ref name="Silent">{{Refcheck|user=Silent|date=2017-08-16|comment=All confirmed by the author of the unofficial patch '''SilentPatch'''}}</ref>}}
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{{Fixbox|description=Use [https://gtaforums.com/topic/686694-sarel-improved-fast-loader/ Improved Fast Loader]|ref={{cn|date=August 2017}}|fix=
 
{{Fixbox|description=Use [https://gtaforums.com/topic/686694-sarel-improved-fast-loader/ Improved Fast Loader]|ref={{cn|date=August 2017}}|fix=
 
Place <code>imfast.ini</code> and <code>imfast.asi</code> into <code>{{p|game}}\scripts\</code>
 
Place <code>imfast.ini</code> and <code>imfast.asi</code> into <code>{{p|game}}\scripts\</code>
  
 
'''Notes'''
 
'''Notes'''
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{{ii}} Can use alongside SilentPatch.
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{{ii}} [[#ASI Loader|ASI Loader]] required. Can use alongside SilentPatch.
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{{++}} Offers the ability to load the last used savegame automatically.
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{{++}} Offers the ability to load the last used savegame automatically and disable the loading screen, which can speed up loading times considerably.
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{{++}} Offers the ability to disable the loading screen, which can speed up load times considerably.
 
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{{ii}} [[#ASI Loader|ASI Loader]] required.
 
 
}}
 
}}
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{{Fixbox|description=Launch the game with {{code|-skip}} [[Glossary:Command line arguments|parameter]]|fix=
 
{{Fixbox|description=Launch the game with {{code|-skip}} [[Glossary:Command line arguments|parameter]]|fix=
 
{{ii}} Only works for 1.01 and 2.0 versions.
 
{{ii}} Only works for 1.01 and 2.0 versions.
 
}}
 
}}
  
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===Proper Fixes===
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===[https://github.com/UnitedMel/SA-Community-Map-Fixes SA Community Map Fixes]===
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{{ii}} This mod has almost 1,000 game fixes and makes 16,000 files changes, while optimizing performance and adding a few extra features. In general, it should not cause any performance issues, even on lower end hardware.
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{{ii}} A collection of various map bugfixes and additional vanilla-friendly improvements. Installation instructions are provided on the Github page.
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{{++}} Adds mipmapping on all textures, thus correcting aliasing issues.
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{{++}} Includes mipmapped textures with TXDP generic texture loading, uncompressed map textures from [[Grand Theft Auto III]], [[Grand Theft Auto: Vice City]], and [[Manhunt]], and restores vehicles models, ped behavior, and time cycle from the PlayStation 2 version while adding some improvements from the PC and Xbox versions.
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{{++}} Optimized map around 30% disk and RAM usage, decreasing repeated textures.
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{{++}} Swapped hundreds of low-res textures for new, higher-res equivalents found within Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas itself, other Rockstar Games, and their original sources, often at double the resolution compared to the stock textures while fixing various texture errors.
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===[https://www.mixmods.com.br/2022/03/sa-proper-fixes/ Proper Fixes]===
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{{++}} Fixes beta game leftovers, thus removing the “Orange Grove Street” graffiti, incorrect names and characters, and dozens of other leftovers that were not meant to be included in the final version of the game.
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{{ii}} Requires [https://github.com/thelink2012/modloader/releases Mod Loader] and [https://github.com/aap/skygfx/releases SkyGfx] with <code>buildingPipe=PS2</code> enabled.
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{{++}} Fixes hundreds of LODs showing incorrect models and textures from a distance, while adding LOD models on all trees, so game trees will be optimally visible from a distance with minimal performance impact.
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{{ii}} An alternative mod to the above that has almost 1,000 game fixes with roughly 16,000 files changes, while optimizing performance and adding a few extra features from PlayStation, PC, and Xbox versions. In general, it should not cause any performance issues, even on lower end hardware. See the mod page for exhaustive details of its features.
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{{++}} Fixed the color of the foliage, making them match with the color of the ground.
 
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{{++}} All .dff and .txd files are converted from the PlayStation 2 version, therefore fixing various bugs in the map and cars caused by the PC port while retained the few improved ones, and re-adding some functionality, such as animations missing in the PC port.
 
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{{++}} Combines the best assets from the PlayStation 2, PC, and Xbox versions.
 
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{{++}} Added hundreds of pre-lighting fixes, incorrect collision models with invisible colliders or wrong materials, and hundreds of misplaced objects on the map.
 
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{{Fixbox|description=Install [https://www.mixmods.com.br/2022/03/sa-proper-fixes/ Proper Fixes]
 
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{{ii}} Requires SkyGfx with <code>buildingPipe=PS2</code> enabled.
 
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}}
 
  
 
==Game data==
 
==Game data==
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}}
 
}}
  
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{{Fixbox|description=[https://gtaforums.com/topic/899040-the-heros-workshop/ Portable GTA]|fix=
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====Portable GTA====
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{{ii}} [[#Downgrading|1.0 version]] and [[#ASI Loader|ASI Loader]] required.
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{{ii}} This mod moves the user files from <code>{{p|userprofile\Documents}}</code> to the game's installation folder.
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{{Fixbox|description=How to install Portable GTA|fix=
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# Download [https://gtaforums.com/topic/899040-the-heros-workshop/ Portable GTA].
 
# Rename the file extension from {{file|portablegta.dll}} to {{file|portablegta.asi}}.
 
# Rename the file extension from {{file|portablegta.dll}} to {{file|portablegta.asi}}.
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# Place the file into <code>{{p|game}}\scripts</code>.
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# Move {{file|portablegta.asi}} into <code>{{p|game}}\scripts\</code>.
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# Run the game, exit, then delete the contents inside <code>{{p|game}}\userfiles</code>.
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# Launch the game and then quit to desktop, then delete the contents inside <code>{{p|game}}\userfiles</code>.
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# Extract everything from <code>{{p|userprofile\Documents}}\GTA San Andreas User Files</code> to the <code>{{p|game}}\userfiles</code> folder.
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# Copy/move all user files from <code>{{p|userprofile\Documents}}\GTA San Andreas User Files</code> into the Portable GTA's new <code>{{p|game}}\userfiles</code> folder.
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'''Notes'''
 
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{{ii}} Moves the user files to the installation folder.
 
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{{ii}} [[#Downgrading|1.0 version]] and [[#ASI Loader|ASI Loader]] required.
 
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{{ii}} Also works with [[Grand Theft Auto III]] and [[#Grand Theft Auto: Vice City|Vice City]].
 
 
}}
 
}}
  
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|xbox cloud notes          =  
 
|xbox cloud notes          =  
 
}}
 
}}
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{{ii}} Uses Rockstar Social Club's savegame & settings cloud sync function.
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{{ii}} Uses Rockstar Social Club's save game and settings cloud sync function.
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===Incompatible save game===
 
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{{ii}} Save games created with the v2.0 ''executable'' and newer will refuse to load with previous versions.
 
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{{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 [https://www.paulinternet.nl/?page=sa converting] them.
 
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{{Fixbox|description=Convert saves|fix=
 
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# Go to the [[#Game data|save game data location]].
 
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# Upload and convert the desired save file to [https://gtasnp.com/ GTA Save 'n' Play].
 
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# Use the Modifications panel to fix what is need (e.g. downgraded game requires "Script/SCM" version v1, for Steam & Rockstar Games Launcher choose v2).
 
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# Download fixed save back with the save slot name of choice.
 
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}}
 
  
 
==Video==
 
==Video==
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|anisotropic notes          =  
 
|anisotropic notes          =  
 
|antialiasing              = true
 
|antialiasing              = true
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|antialiasing notes        = 2x-4x [[MSAA]]. Misleading in-game selector.<ref>[https://gtaforums.com/topic/669045-silentpatch/page-139#entry1068599891 SilentPatch - Page 139 - GTAForums]</ref> See [[#Broken reflections when AA is enabled|Broken reflections when AA is enabled]] for up to 16x.
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|antialiasing notes        = 2x-4x [[MSAA]]. Misleading in-game selector.<ref>[https://gtaforums.com/topic/669045-silentpatch/page-139#entry1068599891 SilentPatch - Page 139 - GTAForums]</ref> See [[#Broken reflections when anti-aliasing is enabled|Broken reflections when anti-aliasing is enabled]] for up to 16x.
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|upscaling                  = unknown
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|upscaling tech            =
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|upscaling notes            =
 
|vsync                      = true
 
|vsync                      = true
 
|vsync notes                = Automatically enabled with frame limiter<ref>[https://gtaforums.com/topic/669045-iiivcsaasi-silentpatch/page-91#entry1066683834 SilentPatch - Page 91 - GTA Forums]</ref>
 
|vsync notes                = Automatically enabled with frame limiter<ref>[https://gtaforums.com/topic/669045-iiivcsaasi-silentpatch/page-91#entry1066683834 SilentPatch - Page 91 - GTA Forums]</ref>
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|120 fps                    = false
 
|120 fps                    = false
 
|120 fps notes              =  
 
|120 fps notes              =  
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|hdr                        = unknown
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|hdr                        = false
 
|hdr notes                  =  
 
|hdr notes                  =  
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|color blind                = unknown
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|color blind                = false
 
|color blind notes          =  
 
|color blind notes          =  
 
}}
 
}}
  
 
===[[Glossary:Widescreen resolution|Widescreen resolution]]===
 
===[[Glossary:Widescreen resolution|Widescreen resolution]]===
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{{--}} Game normally renders stretched images. In-game widescreen option uses correct Aspect Ratio but cuts view ({{term|Vert-}}).  
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{{--}} Game normally renders stretched images. In-game widescreen option uses correct aspect-ratio but cuts view ({{term|Vert-}}).  
 
{{ii}} [[#SilentPatch|SilentPatch]] restores 5:4 and 16:9 resolutions with non-1.01 and non-2.0 versions,<ref>[https://steamcommunity.com/app/12120/discussions/0/34096318984412375/#c613941122668260085 Patch incoming? :: Steam Community Discussions]</ref> albeit far from perfection.
 
{{ii}} [[#SilentPatch|SilentPatch]] restores 5:4 and 16:9 resolutions with non-1.01 and non-2.0 versions,<ref>[https://steamcommunity.com/app/12120/discussions/0/34096318984412375/#c613941122668260085 Patch incoming? :: Steam Community Discussions]</ref> albeit far from perfection.
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{{Fixbox|description=How to Install Widescreen Fix|ref=<ref name="ReferenceA">{{Refcheck|user=AmethystViper|date=March 31, 2019|comment=}}</ref>|fix=
 
{{Fixbox|description=How to Install Widescreen Fix|ref=<ref name="ReferenceA">{{Refcheck|user=AmethystViper|date=March 31, 2019|comment=}}</ref>|fix=
 
{{ii}} Requires a US v1.0 executable.
 
{{ii}} Requires a US v1.0 executable.
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# Download [https://github.com/ThirteenAG/WidescreenFixesPack/releases/tag/gtasa Widescreen Fix].
 
# Download [https://github.com/ThirteenAG/WidescreenFixesPack/releases/tag/gtasa Widescreen Fix].
 
# Extract the contents of {{file|GTASA.WidescreenFix}} from the zip archive, then copy the {{file|vorbisFile.dll}} and {{file|scripts}} to <code>{{p|game}}</code>
 
# Extract the contents of {{file|GTASA.WidescreenFix}} from the zip archive, then copy the {{file|vorbisFile.dll}} and {{file|scripts}} to <code>{{p|game}}</code>
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# Optionally, you can download high quality textures for HUD and loading screens. To do so, download and [https://github.com/ThirteenAG/WidescreenFixesPack/releases/tag/gtasa Widescreen Frontend Textures], and copy the <code>models</code> folder from {{file|GTASA.WidescreenFrontend.zip}} to <code>{{p|game}}</code>. (Replace the vanilla files when prompted)
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# Optionally, a download for high quality textures for HUD and loading screens are available. To install these, download and [https://github.com/ThirteenAG/WidescreenFixesPack/releases/tag/gtasa Widescreen Frontend Textures], and copy the <code>models</code> folder from {{file|GTASA.WidescreenFrontend.zip}} to <code>{{p|game}}</code>, replacing the stock files when prompted.
  
 
'''Notes'''
 
'''Notes'''
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}}
 
}}
  
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===[[Glossary:Windowed|Windowed]]===
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===[[Glossary:Field of view (FOV)|Field of view (FOV)]]===
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{{Fixbox|description=Use [https://gtaforums.com/topic/865138-windowed-mode/ ThirteenAG's Windowed Mode]|ref=<ref>{{Refcheck|user=Klumb3r|date=2017-09-04}}</ref>|fix=
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{{Fixbox|description=Use SAMP FOV Changer|ref={{cn|date=2022-10-13|reason=}}|fix=
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# Download the latest version of SAMP FOV Changer [https://github.com/Whitetigerswt/samp-fov-changer/releases here].
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Place {{file|III.VC.SA.WindowedMode.asi}} and (optionally) {{file|III.VC.SA.CoordsManager.exe}} into {{code|{{P|game}}\scripts\}}
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# Place the downloaded <code>fov.asi</code> into <code>{{p|game}}\scripts\</code>.
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# Launch the game, then quit to desktop.
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'''Shortcuts'''
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# Open the newly generated <code>fov.cfg</code> in <code>{{p|game}}\scripts\</code> with a text editor to customize FOV.
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* {{Key|Alt|Enter}} toggles Fullscreen/Windowed modes
 
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* {{Key|Ctrl|Enter}} toggles Border/Borderless modes
 
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* {{Key|Shift|Enter}} toggles Coords Manager menu
 
  
 
'''Notes'''
 
'''Notes'''
 
{{ii}} [[#Downgrading|1.0 version]] and [[#ASI Loader|ASI Loader]] required.
 
{{ii}} [[#Downgrading|1.0 version]] and [[#ASI Loader|ASI Loader]] required.
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{{--}} Activating V-Sync, thus it capping game's FPS up to 30 FPS.{{cn|date=2021-04-10|reason=}}{{dubious|date=2021-04-10|reason=Windowed games generally do not force v-sync, nor do any of the involved patches and mods force v-sync. Furthermore, the game may, in fact, be using 1/2 the refresh rate, e.g. at 60 Hz, the game will only output 30 FPS maximum. }}
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{{--}} Zooming with sniper rifle and camera won't work properly.
 
}}
 
}}
  
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{{Fixbox|description=Use [[#Widescreen resolution|ThirteenAG's Widescreen Fix]] and create a {{file|wndmode.ini}} file in <code>{{p|game}}</code>|ref=<ref>{{Refcheck|user=AmethystViper|date=March 31, 2019|comment=This method seems to be the only one that worked as ThirteenAG's Window Mode ASI causes constant crashes with the latest version of Widescreen Fix.}}</ref>|fix=
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===[[Glossary:Windowed|Windowed]]===
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}}
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{{Fixbox|description=Use [[#Widescreen resolution|ThirteenAG's Widescreen Fix]] and create a {{file|wndmode.ini}} file in <code>{{p|game}}</code>|ref=<ref>{{Refcheck|user=AmethystViper|date=2022-10-13|comment=This method seems to be the only one that worked as ThirteenAG's Window Mode ASI causes constant crashes with the latest version of Widescreen Fix.}}</ref>|fix=
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===[[Glossary:Field of view (FOV)|Field of view (FOV)]]===
 
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{{Fixbox|description=Use [https://github.com/Whitetigerswt/samp-fov-changer/releases GTA: SA FOV Changer]|fix=
 
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# Place <code>fov.asi</code> into <code>{{p|game}}\scripts\</code>.
 
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# Start and exit the game.
 
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# Open <code>fov.cfg</code> to customize FOV.
 
  
 
'''Notes'''
 
'''Notes'''
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{{ii}} [[#Downgrading|1.0 version]] and [[#ASI Loader|ASI Loader]] required.
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{{--}} Breaks the missing moon phases fix from SilentPatch with this method.
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{{--}} Zooming with sniper rifle and camera won't work properly.
 
−
}}
 
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{{Fixbox|description=Change driving FOV|ref={{cn}}|fix=
 
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Use [https://github.com/ThirteenAG/III.VC.SA.CLEOScripts/releases/tag/carfov Car Speed Dependant FOV] (requires CLEO).
 
 
}}
 
}}
  
 
===[[Glossary:Anti-aliasing (AA)|Anti-aliasing (AA)]]===
 
===[[Glossary:Anti-aliasing (AA)|Anti-aliasing (AA)]]===
−
{{Fixbox|description=Enable [[SGSSAA]]|ref=<ref>[https://forums.guru3d.com/threads/nvidia-anti-aliasing-guide-updated.357956/ Nvidia Anti-Aliasing Guide (updated) | guru3D Forums]</ref>|fix=
+
{{Fixbox|description=How to enable [[SGSSAA]]|ref=<ref>[https://forums.guru3d.com/threads/nvidia-anti-aliasing-guide-updated.357956/ Nvidia Anti-Aliasing Guide (updated) | guru3D Forums]</ref>|fix=
 
# Install [[#SilentPatch|SilentPatch]] and enable 8x MSAA in game.
 
# Install [[#SilentPatch|SilentPatch]] and enable 8x MSAA in game.
 
# Download and open [[Nvidia Profile Inspector]].
 
# Download and open [[Nvidia Profile Inspector]].
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|key remap notes          =  
 
|key remap notes          =  
 
|acceleration option      = true
 
|acceleration option      = true
−
|acceleration option notes = Can be further adjusted with [https://gtaforums.com/topic/763682-asirelwip-hardware-mouse-support/ hardware mouse plugin] (link down) and [https://forum.sa-mp.nl/showthread.php?tid=25069#pid337359 sensitivity fix], both fixes however require an [[#ASI Loader|ASI Loader]].
+
|acceleration option notes = Can be further adjusted with [https://forum.sa-mp.nl/showthread.php?tid=25069#pid337359 sensitivity fix], however, it requires an [[#ASI Loader|ASI Loader]] to function.{{cn|date=2022-10-13|reason=}}
−
|mouse sensitivity        = true
+
|mouse sensitivity        = limited
−
|mouse sensitivity notes  = Only X-axis by default. Use [[#SilentPatch|SilentPatch]] to tie both axes.
+
|mouse sensitivity notes  = Mouse Sensitivity slider only affects the X-axis. Use [[#SilentPatch|SilentPatch]] to tie sensitivity to both axes.
 
|mouse menu                = true
 
|mouse menu                = true
 
|mouse menu notes          =  
 
|mouse menu notes          =  
 
|invert mouse y-axis      = true
 
|invert mouse y-axis      = true
 
|invert mouse y-axis notes =  
 
|invert mouse y-axis notes =  
 +
|touchscreen              = true
 +
|touchscreen notes        = Microsoft Store version only.
 
|controller support        = true
 
|controller support        = true
−
|controller support notes  = Very basic support. [[#GInput|GInput]] or [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/20-san-andreas-advanced-control-2-64-bit-fix/ SAAC] are recommended.
+
|controller support notes  = Very basic support on DirectInput controllers in the non-Steam/RGL versions.
−
|full controller          = hackable
+
|full controller          = true
−
|full controller notes    = Native in the Steam version. Use [[#GInput|GInput]] otherwise.
+
|full controller notes    = Native in the Steam version only. Use [[#GInput|GInput]] otherwise.
 
|controller remap          = true
 
|controller remap          = true
 
|controller remap notes    =  
 
|controller remap notes    =  
 
|controller sensitivity    = hackable
 
|controller sensitivity    = hackable
−
|controller sensitivity notes= Use [[#GInput|GInput]] and adjust sensitivity options in <code>GInputSA.ini</code>
+
|controller sensitivity notes= Use [[#GInput|GInput]] and adjust sensitivity options in {{file|GInputSA.ini}}.
 
|invert controller y-axis  = true
 
|invert controller y-axis  = true
 
|invert controller y-axis notes=  
 
|invert controller y-axis notes=  
−
|touchscreen              = true
+
|xinput controllers        = true
−
|touchscreen notes        = Microsoft Store version only.
+
|xinput controllers notes  = Basic XInput support only in the Steam/RGL version. Use [[#GInput|GInput]] for improved XInput controller support.
−
|xinput controllers        = hackable
 
−
|xinput controllers notes  = Basic XInput support in the Steam/RGL version. Use [[#GInput|GInput]] for improved XInput controller support.
 
 
|xbox prompts              = hackable
 
|xbox prompts              = hackable
−
|xbox prompts notes        = Can be enabled through [[#GInput|GInput]].
+
|xbox prompts notes        = Uses generic button prompts even in the Steam/RGL version. Xbox prompts can be enabled through [[#GInput|GInput]].
 
|impulse triggers          = false
 
|impulse triggers          = false
 
|impulse triggers notes    =  
 
|impulse triggers notes    =  
−
|dualshock 4              = false
+
|dualshock 4              = hackable
−
|dualshock 4 notes        =  
+
|dualshock 4 notes        = [[#GInput|GInput]] only supports DualShock 3 controllers, not DualShock 4. Use an [[Controller:DualShock 4#XInput wrapping|XInput wrapper]] such as DS4 Windows or Steam Input in tandem with GInput as a workaround.<ref name="DualShock 4">{{Refcheck|user=Amethystviper|date=2022-10-13|comment=Tested with a V1 controller connected through USB.}}</ref>
−
|dualshock prompts        = hackable
+
|dualshock prompts        = false
−
|dualshock prompts notes  = Can be enabled through [[#GInput|GInput]].
+
|dualshock prompts notes  = Uses generic button prompts. PlayStation prompts can be enabled through [[#GInput|GInput]].
 
|light bar support        = false
 
|light bar support        = false
 
|light bar support notes  =  
 
|light bar support notes  =  
−
|dualshock 4 modes        = Wired
+
|dualshock 4 modes        = USB
−
|dualshock 4 modes notes  =  
+
|dualshock 4 modes notes  = <ref name="DualShock 4" />
 
|tracked motion controllers= unknown
 
|tracked motion controllers= unknown
 
|tracked motion controllers notes =  
 
|tracked motion controllers notes =  
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|tracked motion prompts notes =  
 
|tracked motion prompts notes =  
 
|other controllers        = true
 
|other controllers        = true
−
|other controllers notes  = Supports DirectInput in non-Steam version while basic XInput support was added to the Steam version.
+
|other controllers notes  = Supports DirectInput in non-Steam/RGL version while basic XInput support was added to the Steam version.
−
|other button prompts      = DualShock, Xbox, Nintendo, Generic
+
|other button prompts      = generic
−
|other button prompts notes= DualShock and Xbox prompts require [[#GInput|GInput]]. For Wii prompts use this [http://www.gtagarage.com/mods/download.php?f=37842 GInput addon].
+
|other button prompts notes= [[#GInput|GInput]] can enable in-game Xbox and PlayStation prompts. For Nintendo Wii prompts, use this [http://www.gtagarage.com/mods/download.php?f=37842 GInput addon]. An alternative GInput icons pack can be found [https://gtaforums.com/topic/887527-ash_735s-workshop/page/2/#comment-1071443936 here].
 
|controller hotplug        = hackable
 
|controller hotplug        = hackable
−
|controller hotplug notes  = See [[#GInput|GInput]].
+
|controller hotplug notes  = [[#GInput|GInput]] includes the ability to hotplug controllers, otherwise hotplugging is not supported by the game.
 
|haptic feedback          = hackable
 
|haptic feedback          = hackable
−
|haptic feedback notes    = See [[#GInput|GInput]].
+
|haptic feedback notes    = Requires [[#GInput|GInput]] for XInput and DualShock 3 controllers, otherwise vibration support is missing from the console version.
 
|simultaneous input        = true
 
|simultaneous input        = true
 
|simultaneous input notes  =  
 
|simultaneous input notes  =  
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{{++}} Restores haptic feedback from console versions.
 
{{++}} Restores haptic feedback from console versions.
 
{{++}} Features various tweaks such as controller sensitivity, axis inversion, and controller layout from [[Grand Theft Auto IV]].
 
{{++}} Features various tweaks such as controller sensitivity, axis inversion, and controller layout from [[Grand Theft Auto IV]].
−
 
 
{{Fixbox|description=Installing GInput|ref=<ref>{{Refcheck|user=AmethystViper|date=May 13, 2019|comment=}}</ref>|fix=
 
{{Fixbox|description=Installing GInput|ref=<ref>{{Refcheck|user=AmethystViper|date=May 13, 2019|comment=}}</ref>|fix=
 
{{ii}} Works with [https://vigem.org/projects/DsHidMini/ DsHidMini] driver, but requires drop DsHIdMini's xinput1_3.dll into the game directory.<ref name="GTAForums">[https://gtaforums.com/topic/562765-ginput/?do=findComment&comment=1071745499 Was somebody able to make DS3-mode in GInput work via DSHIDMini yet?]</ref>
 
{{ii}} Works with [https://vigem.org/projects/DsHidMini/ DsHidMini] driver, but requires drop DsHIdMini's xinput1_3.dll into the game directory.<ref name="GTAForums">[https://gtaforums.com/topic/562765-ginput/?do=findComment&comment=1071745499 Was somebody able to make DS3-mode in GInput work via DSHIDMini yet?]</ref>
 
# Download GInputSA [https://gtaforums.com/topic/562765-ginput/ here].
 
# Download GInputSA [https://gtaforums.com/topic/562765-ginput/ here].
 
# Extract the contents of {{file|GInputSA_*.zip}}, and copy the {{file|models}} folder, {{file|GInputSA.asi}}, and {{file|GInputSA.ini}} files into <code>{{p|game}}\scripts\</code>.
 
# Extract the contents of {{file|GInputSA_*.zip}}, and copy the {{file|models}} folder, {{file|GInputSA.asi}}, and {{file|GInputSA.ini}} files into <code>{{p|game}}\scripts\</code>.
−
# Open {{file|GInputSA.ini}} with a text editor and configure your desired settings.
+
# Open {{file|GInputSA.ini}} with a text editor and configure the desired settings.
−
}}
 
−
 
 
−
===RAW input===
 
−
{{Fixbox|description=Download [https://fearless-assassins.com/files/file/1656-rinput/ RInput]|ref={{cn|May 2019}}|fix=
 
−
# Create a shortcut to {{file|RInput.exe}}.
 
−
# Right-click the newly created shortcut, go to Properties, then add a space followed by "{{code|gta_sa.exe}}" (or {{code|gta-sa.exe}}) without the quotation marks in the Target box (e.g. {{code| "...\RInput 1.44\RInput.exe" gta_sa.exe}}).
 
−
# Run Rinput through the shortcut.
 
−
}}
 
−
 
 
−
===Toggle aim down sights===
 
−
{{Fixbox|description=Create AutoHotkey script|ref={{cn|May 2019}}|fix=
 
−
# Download [https://www.autohotkey.com/ AutoHotkey]
 
−
# Copy the [https://autohotkey.com/boards/viewtopic.php?p=90462&sid=8b2982bf83882e6a28adf1e9ccddfa9c#p90462 code] to the clipboard (CTRL+C).
 
−
# Open AutoHotkey,  go to File>Edit script, paste the code in Notepad.
 
−
# Change "Fallout4" to "GTA: San Andreas" in the Notepad, save.
 
−
# Reload Script in AutoHotkey
 
−
{{ii}} It is not working perfectly (you may need to hold a RMB for a short time)
 
−
}}
 
−
 
 
−
===Y-Axis Sensitivity Fix===
 
−
{{ii}} SilentPatch includes this fix.
 
−
{{Fixbox|description=[https://www.gtagarage.com/mods/show.php?id=24929 Download]|ref=|fix=
 
−
Y-axis sensitivity is a constant value, while X-axis sensitivity can be adjusted from options. This makes the mouse movement hard to control, as your mouse won't move vertically the same amount as it does horizontally. This small script re-writes Y-axis sensitivity to the same value as X-axis sensitivity to fix this problem.
 
−
# Install CLEO (provided with ASI Loader, requires [http://www.un4seen.com/download.php?bass24 bass.dll] in game folder)
 
−
# Copy SensitivityFix.cs into your CLEO folder
 
−
}}
 
−
 
 
−
===Ginput for Wooting by Silent===
 
−
{{Fixbox|description=[https://dev.wooting.nl/spotlight/ginput-wooting-wooting-integration-for-gta-iii-vice-city-and-san-andreas-by-silent/ Download]|ref=|fix= It allows for analog keys to be utilized in Wooting keyboards, but it can also be used to enable use of a gamepad and mouse at the same time. That can come in useful for steam controller users.
 
−
 
 
−
{{ii}} [[#Downgrading|v1.0]] is required.
 
−
# Drag all the files '''except''' for "wooting-analog-sdk.dll" "wooting-rgb-sdk.dll" and "Wooting-ReadMe.txt" in your GTA San Andreas folder (where the game executable is)
 
−
# Open GInputSA.ini with a text editor and change "ControlSet=1 to ControlSet=2 if you want GTA IV style default layout for your xinput device. Change FreeAim=0 to FreeAim=1 if you want to disable auto-aim
 
−
# If more detailed information is needed the original instructions are [https://old.reddit.com/r/SteamController/comments/am2fa2/gta_san_andreas_mixed_input_support_with_analog/ here]
 
 
}}
 
}}
  
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|eax support              = true
 
|eax support              = true
 
|eax support notes        = EAX 1, EAX 2, EAX 3, EAX 4.<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20060324154224/http://soundblaster.com/gaming/gta/ Gaming - SoundBlaster.com (retrieved)]</ref>
 
|eax support notes        = EAX 1, EAX 2, EAX 3, EAX 4.<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20060324154224/http://soundblaster.com/gaming/gta/ Gaming - SoundBlaster.com (retrieved)]</ref>
 +
|royalty free audio      = false
 +
|royalty free audio notes =
 
}}
 
}}
  
−
{{ii}} Newer versions of the game, such as the current ones on Steam and Rockstar Games Launcher, have had licensed music tracks removed.<ref name=songs/> [[#Downgrading|Downgrade]] to a previous version to restore them.
+
{{ii}} Newer versions of the game, such as the current ones on Steam and Rockstar Games Launcher, have had several licensed music tracks removed.<ref name=songs/> [[#Downgrading|Downgrade]] to a previous version to restore them.
 
{{ii}} To enable EAX on Vista or newer, see [[Glossary:Sound card#DirectSound hardware path|DirectSound hardware path]].  
 
{{ii}} To enable EAX on Vista or newer, see [[Glossary:Sound card#DirectSound hardware path|DirectSound hardware path]].  
  
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===Multiplayer mods===
 
===Multiplayer mods===
 
{{ii}} MTA:SA and SA:MP average 10,000+ daily{{cn|date=2021-08-16|reason=}} players (even though SA-MP tends to have generally more than MTA:SA).
 
{{ii}} MTA:SA and SA:MP average 10,000+ daily{{cn|date=2021-08-16|reason=}} players (even though SA-MP tends to have generally more than MTA:SA).
−
{{ii}} [[#Downgrading|Downgrading]] your game is required to run these mods.
+
{{ii}} [[#Downgrading|Downgrading]] the game is required to run these mods.
−
 
 
 
{{Fixbox|description=[https://www.sa-mp.com/ San Andreas Multiplayer (SA-MP)]|fix=
 
{{Fixbox|description=[https://www.sa-mp.com/ San Andreas Multiplayer (SA-MP)]|fix=
 
{{++}} The longest-running, most popular, and most supported multiplayer mod for GTA:SA.
 
{{++}} The longest-running, most popular, and most supported multiplayer mod for GTA:SA.
 
{{ii}} Struggling<ref>[http://forum.sa-mp.com/showthread.php?t=647966 SA-MP 0.3.8 version cancelled - SA-MP Forums]</ref> with getting a new release out after years.
 
{{ii}} Struggling<ref>[http://forum.sa-mp.com/showthread.php?t=647966 SA-MP 0.3.8 version cancelled - SA-MP Forums]</ref> with getting a new release out after years.
 
}}
 
}}
−
 
 
{{Fixbox|description=[https://mtasa.com/ Multi Theft Auto (MTA:SA)]|fix=
 
{{Fixbox|description=[https://mtasa.com/ Multi Theft Auto (MTA:SA)]|fix=
 
{{++}} MTA:SA is generally more hassle-free and user-friendly than SA-MP.
 
{{++}} MTA:SA is generally more hassle-free and user-friendly than SA-MP.
 
{{++}} [https://github.com/multitheftauto/mtasa-blue Free and open source] software.
 
{{++}} [https://github.com/multitheftauto/mtasa-blue Free and open source] software.
 
}}
 
}}
−
 
 
{{Fixbox|description=[https://gtaconnected.com/ GTAConnected]|fix=
 
{{Fixbox|description=[https://gtaconnected.com/ GTAConnected]|fix=
 
{{++}} It supports JavaScript, Squirrel and Lua as scripting languages.
 
{{++}} It supports JavaScript, Squirrel and Lua as scripting languages.
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==Issues unresolved==
 
==Issues unresolved==
−
{{--}} Even though practically every major bug has been addressed by mods such as [[#SilentPatch|SilentPatch]] and [[#Total conversions|TTDISA]], there's no guarantee you won't encounter some of the [https://gtaforums.com/topic/724422-sa-crashes-their-causes/ rarest] [https://gtaforums.com/topic/669045-iiivcsaasi-silentpatch/page-17#entry1065524960 ones]<ref>[https://gtaforums.com/topic/669045-iiivcsaasi-silentpatch/page-86#entry1066604331 SilentPatch - Page 86 - GTA Forums]</ref>
+
{{++}} Some save corrupting glitches can be worked around with an [http://hmvartak.freeiz.com/fix.htm online repair tool] or a [http://www.paulinternet.nl/?page=sa savegame editor].<ref>[https://gtaforums.com/topic/669045-iiivcsaasi-silentpatch/page-85#entry1066594219 SilentPatch - Page 85 - GTA Forums]</ref>
−
{{++}} Some save corrupting glitches can be worked around with an [http://hmvartak.freeiz.com/fix.htm online repair tool] or a [http://www.paulinternet.nl/?page=sa savegame editor]<ref>[https://gtaforums.com/topic/669045-iiivcsaasi-silentpatch/page-85#entry1066594219 SilentPatch - Page 85 - GTA Forums]</ref>
+
{{--}} Even though virtually every major bug has been addressed by mods such as [[#SilentPatch|SilentPatch]], there's no guarantee that some of the [https://gtaforums.com/topic/724422-sa-crashes-their-causes/ rarest] [https://gtaforums.com/topic/669045-iiivcsaasi-silentpatch/page-17#entry1065524960 ones] will not occur.<ref>[https://gtaforums.com/topic/669045-iiivcsaasi-silentpatch/page-86#entry1066604331 SilentPatch - Page 86 - GTA Forums]</ref>
  
 
===German Steam version doesn't work on OS X===
 
===German Steam version doesn't work on OS X===
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==Issues fixed==
 
==Issues fixed==
 
===Timing-related issues===
 
===Timing-related issues===
−
{{ii}} An unlocked or incorrect frame limiter can cause timing related issues.
+
{{ii}} An unlocked or incorrect frame limiter can cause timing-related issues.
  
 
'''Relevant issues:'''
 
'''Relevant issues:'''
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: Cutscenes not ending (black screen - described above)<ref name="highFPS"/>
 
: Cutscenes not ending (black screen - described above)<ref name="highFPS"/>
 
: Weird audio pitching when panning the camera.<ref>[https://github.com/kcat/dsoal/issues/39#issuecomment-1034440858 GTA San Andreas - Crash with Radio EQ option enabled · DSOAL]</ref>
 
: Weird audio pitching when panning the camera.<ref>[https://github.com/kcat/dsoal/issues/39#issuecomment-1034440858 GTA San Andreas - Crash with Radio EQ option enabled · DSOAL]</ref>
−
: You cannot zoom in and out the map.
+
: Cannot zoom in and out the map.
  
 
'''Solutions:'''
 
'''Solutions:'''
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===Visual C++ Runtime Error game crash===
 
===Visual C++ Runtime Error game crash===
 
{{Fixbox|description=[https://ntcore.com/?page_id=371 Use (III / VC / SA) Largeaddress]|fix=
 
{{Fixbox|description=[https://ntcore.com/?page_id=371 Use (III / VC / SA) Largeaddress]|fix=
−
{{ii}} Required also when using SilentPatch,  Project2DFX, and memory2048.cs. It is developed especialy for memory intensive mods. }}
+
{{ii}} Required also when using SilentPatch,  Project2DFX, and memory2048.cs. It is developed especially for memory intensive mods.}}
 +
 
 +
===Fixing incompatible save game data===
 +
{{ii}} Save games created with the v2.00 executable and newer does not work with previous versions.
 +
{{Fixbox|description=Convert the save files|fix=
 +
# Go to the [[#Game data|save game data location]].
 +
# Upload and convert the desired save files to [https://gtasnp.com/ GTA Save 'n' Play].
 +
# Use the Modifications panel to fix what is need (e.g. downgraded game requires "Script/SCM" version v1, for Steam & Rockstar Games Launcher choose v2).
 +
# Download fixed save back with the save slot name of choice.
 +
}}
  
 
===Game doesn't start after downgrading===
 
===Game doesn't start after downgrading===
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# Delete {{file|gta_sa.set}}.
 
# Delete {{file|gta_sa.set}}.
 
}}
 
}}
−
 
+
{{Fixbox|description=EU executable: make sure all 5 localization files inside {{file|text}} folder are included|ref={{cn|date=December 2016}}}}
−
{{Fixbox|description=EU executable: make sure you have all 5 translations files inside text folder|ref={{cn|date=December 2016}}}}
 
  
 
===Game crashes during or after loading screens===
 
===Game crashes during or after loading screens===
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}}
 
}}
  
−
{{Fixbox|description=If this happens only with older save: [[#Incompatible save game|convert it]]|ref={{cn|date=December 2016}}}}
+
===Loading older save file starts a new game===
−
{{Fixbox|description=Restart the game. It may be also a random crash.}}
 
−
 
 
−
===Loading older save game starts a new campaign===
 
 
{{Fixbox|description=Install [[#SilentPatch|SilentPatch]]|ref=<ref name="Silent"/>}}
 
{{Fixbox|description=Install [[#SilentPatch|SilentPatch]]|ref=<ref name="Silent"/>}}
−
 
+
{{Fixbox|description=[[#Fixing incompatible save game data|Convert]] the affected save file|ref={{cn|date=October 2016}}}}
−
{{Fixbox|description=[[#Incompatible save game|Convert]] save file|ref={{cn|date=October 2016}}}}
 
  
 
===Mouse fails to work===
 
===Mouse fails to work===
 
{{Fixbox|description=Install [[#SilentPatch|SilentPatch]]|ref=<ref name="Silent"/>}}
 
{{Fixbox|description=Install [[#SilentPatch|SilentPatch]]|ref=<ref name="Silent"/>}}
 
{{Fixbox|description=If happened randomly with SilentPatch installed, just restart the game.}}
 
{{Fixbox|description=If happened randomly with SilentPatch installed, just restart the game.}}
 +
{{Fixbox|description=Pause the game, minimize by the Start button, restore, unpause.}}
 
{{Fixbox|description=Install [https://www.mediafire.com/file/50mkdwpmd5nkhpc/GTA_SA_-Mouse_Fix%255Bplaymods.blogspot.com%255D.rar/file GTA SA Mouse fix] }}
 
{{Fixbox|description=Install [https://www.mediafire.com/file/50mkdwpmd5nkhpc/GTA_SA_-Mouse_Fix%255Bplaymods.blogspot.com%255D.rar/file GTA SA Mouse fix] }}
 
{{Fixbox|description=Go to Task Manager and disable CPU0 for gta_sa.exe in Set affinity|ref=<ref>https://forum.dobreprogramy.pl/t/myszka-nie-dziala-w-gta-san-andreas/177358/20?u=deton24</ref>|fix=}}
 
{{Fixbox|description=Go to Task Manager and disable CPU0 for gta_sa.exe in Set affinity|ref=<ref>https://forum.dobreprogramy.pl/t/myszka-nie-dziala-w-gta-san-andreas/177358/20?u=deton24</ref>|fix=}}
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{{Fixbox|description=Windows Vista/7: disable [[Windows Compatibility Mode#Disable Desktop Composition|desktop composition]]|ref=<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20170601094256/http://forums.steampowered.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2829668#post31875486 GTA San Andreas black screen during intro - Steam Users' Forums] (retrieved)</ref>}}
 
{{Fixbox|description=Windows Vista/7: disable [[Windows Compatibility Mode#Disable Desktop Composition|desktop composition]]|ref=<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20170601094256/http://forums.steampowered.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2829668#post31875486 GTA San Andreas black screen during intro - Steam Users' Forums] (retrieved)</ref>}}
  
−
{{Fixbox|description=Windows 8+: enable <code>DXMaximizedWindowedMode</code> [https://msdn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/hardware/dn913721.aspx shim]|ref=<ref>[https://steamcommunity.com/app/12120/discussions/0/34096318964479523/#c613937943089853121 ESSENTIAL PATCH (Silent Patch) :: Steam Community Discussions]</ref>{{CN|please, make a proper explanation of ACT in.. I guess Windows Compatibility mode page?}}}}
+
{{Fixbox|description=Windows 8 and newer: enable <code>DXMaximizedWindowedMode</code> [https://msdn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/hardware/dn913721.aspx shim]|ref=<ref>[https://steamcommunity.com/app/12120/discussions/0/34096318964479523/#c613937943089853121 ESSENTIAL PATCH (Silent Patch) :: Steam Community Discussions]</ref>{{cn|date=2022-10-13|reason=}}
 +
}}
  
 
===Intro movies not showing and broken {{key|ALT|TAB}}===
 
===Intro movies not showing and broken {{key|ALT|TAB}}===
 
{{Fixbox|description=Fix [[Microsoft Windows#Codec hell|codec hell]]}}
 
{{Fixbox|description=Fix [[Microsoft Windows#Codec hell|codec hell]]}}
  
−
==={{key|Alt|Tab}} makes game crash===
+
===Pressing {{key|Alt|Tab}} crashes the game===
 
{{Fixbox|description=Install [[#SilentPatch|SilentPatch]]|ref=<ref name=aprilsilent>[https://gtaforums.com/topic/669045-silentpatch/page-141#entry1068657946 SilentPatch - Page 141 - GTAForums]</ref>}}
 
{{Fixbox|description=Install [[#SilentPatch|SilentPatch]]|ref=<ref name=aprilsilent>[https://gtaforums.com/topic/669045-silentpatch/page-141#entry1068657946 SilentPatch - Page 141 - GTAForums]</ref>}}
  
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===Broken {{key|ALT|F4}}===
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===Broken {{key|ALT|F4}} function===
 
{{Fixbox|description=Install [[#SilentPatch|SilentPatch]]|ref=<ref>[https://gtaforums.com/topic/669045-silentpatch/page-173#entry1069477450 SilentPatch - Page 173 - GTAForums]</ref>}}
 
{{Fixbox|description=Install [[#SilentPatch|SilentPatch]]|ref=<ref>[https://gtaforums.com/topic/669045-silentpatch/page-173#entry1069477450 SilentPatch - Page 173 - GTAForums]</ref>}}
  
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{{ii}} Unlike III and VC, SA uses a [https://gta.fandom.com/wiki/Cheats_in_GTA_San_Andreas sophisticated hashing mechanism] to recognize the input of cheats. Unfortunately, this mechanism is faulty - leading to cheats sometimes being triggered by WASD keys commonly used for movement, among many others. Unwanted activation of cheats can ruin normal gameplay and speedrun experience.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W_eFZ4HzU7Q|title=GTA SA - Alternative Cheats - Feat. Badger Goodger|date=2022-03-28}}</ref><ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yrXhYgVmKLQ|title=GTA:SA Speedrun Ruined by WASD Cheat (Joshimuz)|date=2022-03-28}}</ref>
 
{{ii}} Unlike III and VC, SA uses a [https://gta.fandom.com/wiki/Cheats_in_GTA_San_Andreas sophisticated hashing mechanism] to recognize the input of cheats. Unfortunately, this mechanism is faulty - leading to cheats sometimes being triggered by WASD keys commonly used for movement, among many others. Unwanted activation of cheats can ruin normal gameplay and speedrun experience.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W_eFZ4HzU7Q|title=GTA SA - Alternative Cheats - Feat. Badger Goodger|date=2022-03-28}}</ref><ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yrXhYgVmKLQ|title=GTA:SA Speedrun Ruined by WASD Cheat (Joshimuz)|date=2022-03-28}}</ref>
  
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{{Fixbox|description=[https://gtaforums.com/topic/503305-disable-cheats-through-cleo/ Disable cheats through CLEO] if you don't plan to use them.}}
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{{Fixbox|description=[https://gtaforums.com/topic/503305-disable-cheats-through-cleo/ Disable cheats through CLEO]. Use [https://www.gtagarage.com/mods/show.php?id=16581 Cheat Menu] as alternative way of activation.}}
  
 
===User tracks don't play===
 
===User tracks don't play===
 
{{Fixbox|description=Install [[#SilentPatch|SilentPatch]]|ref=<ref name="Silent"/>}}
 
{{Fixbox|description=Install [[#SilentPatch|SilentPatch]]|ref=<ref name="Silent"/>}}
  
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===Bad reflections, lighting, transparency===
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===Broken reflections, lighting, transparency===
 
{{Fixbox|description=Install [[#SilentPatch|SilentPatch]]|ref=<ref name="Silent"/>}}
 
{{Fixbox|description=Install [[#SilentPatch|SilentPatch]]|ref=<ref name="Silent"/>}}
  
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{{Fixbox|description=Enable [[Windows Compatibility Mode|Windows 98/Me compatibility mode]]|ref=<ref>[https://gtaforums.com/topic/194930-new-fix-for-sound-problems/ NEW Fix for Sound Problems - GTA Forums]</ref>}}
 
{{Fixbox|description=Enable [[Windows Compatibility Mode|Windows 98/Me compatibility mode]]|ref=<ref>[https://gtaforums.com/topic/194930-new-fix-for-sound-problems/ NEW Fix for Sound Problems - GTA Forums]</ref>}}
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{{Fixbox|description=Update to version 1.01|ref=<ref>[https://gtaforums.com/topic/355480-rainthunderstorm-bug/#comment-1058218863 Rain/Thunderstorm Bug - GTAForums]</ref>|fix=
 
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<!-- this last fix is really not recommended given what you are giving up, but I don't see SilentPatch mentioning audio bugs (early 2014 speculation ruled off any such fix in fact) and so I'm afraid it could still make sense-->
 
  
 
==="A required security module cannot be activated" error===
 
==="A required security module cannot be activated" error===
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===Gym persistently reports to have been worked out enough===
 
===Gym persistently reports to have been worked out enough===
 
{{Fixbox|description=Install [[#SilentPatch|SilentPatch]]|ref=<ref name="Silent"/>|fix=
 
{{Fixbox|description=Install [[#SilentPatch|SilentPatch]]|ref=<ref name="Silent"/>|fix=
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{{ii}} If warning still persists, try to [[#Issues unresolved|fix your savegame]]
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{{ii}} If warning still persists, try to [[#Issues unresolved|converting the affected save file]].
 
}}
 
}}
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===Stuck in a gym===
 
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{{Fixbox|description=Push or quickly mash the left or right movement keys along with the jump button to exit the gym}}
 
  
 
===Error on start due to a DirectX 9.0 prompt (Windows 8 and newer)===
 
===Error on start due to a DirectX 9.0 prompt (Windows 8 and newer)===
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# Download [https://thirteenag.github.io/p2dfx Project2DFX]
 
# Download [https://thirteenag.github.io/p2dfx Project2DFX]
 
# Extract archive content to <code>{{p|game}}\modloader\Project2DFX</code>
 
# Extract archive content to <code>{{p|game}}\modloader\Project2DFX</code>
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# If you want to disappear further, open SALodLights.ini and increase the number in "VegetationDrawDistance = 800.0" (it's in meters).
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 +
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}}
 
}}
  
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===No moon phases===
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===Missing moon phases===
 
{{Fixbox|description=Install [[#SilentPatch|SilentPatch]]|ref=<ref>[https://gtaforums.com/topic/669045-silentpatch/page-12#entry1065510522 SilentPatch - Page 12 - GTAForums]</ref>|fix=
 
{{Fixbox|description=Install [[#SilentPatch|SilentPatch]]|ref=<ref>[https://gtaforums.com/topic/669045-silentpatch/page-12#entry1065510522 SilentPatch - Page 12 - GTAForums]</ref>|fix=
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{{--}} Doesn't work in 16-bit color mode (nor windowed after Windows 8{{CN|Houston, we lack a rationale here}})
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{{--}} Doesn't work in 16-bit color mode, nor on Windows 8 when forcing Windowed mode unless using ThirteenAG's [https://gtaforums.com/topic/865138-windowed-mode/ Windowed Mode] plug-in.<ref>{{Refcheck|user=Amethystviper|date=2022-10-13|comment=Tried the wndmode.ini method on Windows 10 while using SilentPatch, which broke SiletPatch's moon phases fix. Only by using ThirteenAG's Windowed Mode plug-in that I was able to play the game in Windowed mode while retaining the moon phases fix from SilehtPatch.}}</ref>
 
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{{Fixbox|description=Install [[#SilentPatch|SilentPatch]]|ref=<ref name="Silent"/>}}
 
{{Fixbox|description=Install [[#SilentPatch|SilentPatch]]|ref=<ref name="Silent"/>}}
  
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===Broken reflections when AA is enabled===
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===Broken reflections when anti-aliasing is enabled===
 
{{Fixbox|description=Install [[#SilentPatch|SilentPatch]]|ref=<ref name=aprilsilent/>|fix=
 
{{Fixbox|description=Install [[#SilentPatch|SilentPatch]]|ref=<ref name=aprilsilent/>|fix=
 
{{++}} Enables up to 16x MSAA
 
{{++}} Enables up to 16x MSAA
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===Device selection window opens at launch===
 
===Device selection window opens at launch===
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{{ii}} If running more than one monitor, the game will display a message to configure the resolution every time the game is launched.
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{{Fixbox|description=Place [http://www.gtainside.com/en/sanandreas/mods/99791-skip-device-selection-window <code>SkipDeviceSelection.asi</code>] into <code>{{p|game}}\scripts\</code>|ref=<ref name="2017-12-28"/>|fix=
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{{Fixbox|description=Place [http://www.gtainside.com/en/sanandreas/mods/99791-skip-device-selection-window <code>SkipDeviceSelection.asi</code>] into <code>{{p|game}}\scripts\</code>|ref={{cn|date=2022-10-13|reason=}}|fix=
 
{{ii}} [[#ASI Loader|ASI Loader]] required
 
{{ii}} [[#ASI Loader|ASI Loader]] required
 
}}
 
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{{--}} Fullscreen mode defaults to 60&nbsp;Hz, even if the screen refresh rate is set higher than that.
 
{{--}} Fullscreen mode defaults to 60&nbsp;Hz, even if the screen refresh rate is set higher than that.
  
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{{Fixbox|description=Set screen refresh rate|ref={{cn|date=2022-10-13|reason=}}|fix=
 
# Install Special K by following the [https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=933337066 Unofficial Special K Guide]. Manual local installation is recommended.
 
# Install Special K by following the [https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=933337066 Unofficial Special K Guide]. Manual local installation is recommended.
 
# Go to the installation folder and rename <code>SpecialK32.dll</code> to <code>dinput8.dll</code>.
 
# Go to the installation folder and rename <code>SpecialK32.dll</code> to <code>dinput8.dll</code>.
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# Open <code>d3dx.ini</code>.
 
# Open <code>d3dx.ini</code>.
 
# Change <code>refresh_rate=60</code> to desired hertz; e.g. <code>refresh_rate=120</code>.
 
# Change <code>refresh_rate=60</code> to desired hertz; e.g. <code>refresh_rate=120</code>.
 +
}}
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===Broken lighting===
 +
{{Fixbox|description=Restore original time cycle file|ref=<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20141205195443/http://forums.steampowered.com/forums/showthread.php?t=3202339 Fix for missing diffuse lighting in GTA SA - Steam Users' Forums] (retrieved)</ref><ref>[https://gtaforums.com/topic/466155-gta-sa-ps2-graphics-on-pc/#entry1060273191 GTA SA PS2 Graphics on PC? - GTA Forums]</ref><ref>[http://www.gtamodding.com/wiki/Time_cycle#timecyc.dat_and_timecycp.dat Time cycle - GTAModding]</ref>|fix=
 +
# Go to <code>{{p|game}}\data</code> and delete <code>timecyc.dat</code>.
 +
# Rename <code>timecyc'''p'''.dat</code> to <code>timecyc.dat</code>.
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 +
'''Notes'''
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{{ii}} Best with [https://gtaforums.com/topic/750681-skygfx-ps2-graphics-for-pc/ SkyGfx] and increased lighting distance.
 
}}
 
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|linux 32-bit executable=  
 
|linux 32-bit executable=  
 
|linux 64-bit executable=  
 
|linux 64-bit executable=  
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|linux arm app          = unknown
 
|linux executable notes =  
 
|linux executable notes =  
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===[https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/215-grand-theft-auto-san-andreas-enhancement-pack/ Enhancement pack]===
 
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{{++}} Contains much of the most used fixes
 
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{{--}} Quite outdated.
 
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===Adjust post-processing===
 
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{{Fixbox|description=Disable post-process effects|ref=<ref name="2017-12-28">{{Refcheck|user=Keith|date=2017-12-28}}</ref>|fix=
 
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# Install [http://www.gtainside.com/en/sanandreas/mods/107248-mixsets-v3-0/ Mix Sets].
 
−
# Open <code>Mix Sets.ini</code> and make your changes. For example:
 
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#* <code>DisableMoBlur = 1</code> - Disable motion blur when driving.
 
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#* <code>DisaNitroBlur = 1</code> - Disable motion blur when using nitro.
 
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#* <code>DisableHeat = 1</code> - Disable heat effect on screen.
 
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#* <code>DisaRainNoise  = 1</code> - Disable noise effect when it rains.
 
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'''Notes'''
 
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{{ii}} [[#Downgrading|1.0 version]] required
 
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}}
 
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===Install fixed resources===
 
−
{{Fixbox|description= to replace game assets|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix=
 
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# Set up [[#Essentials for modding|Mod Loader]]
 
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# Download [https://gtaforums.com/topic/725635-gta-san-andreas-fixed-vanilla-vehicles/?p=1069225678 Fixed Vehicles pack]
 
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# Download [https://gtaforums.com/topic/739169-wipsa-gta-san-andreas-map-fixes/ Map Fixes pack] (both ''Maps'' and ''.DFFs'')
 
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# Download [https://gtaforums.com/topic/778440-map-textures-fix/ Map textures fix]
 
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# Download [https://gtaforums.com/topic/573478-project2dfx/page/33/?tab=comments#comment-1064523440 Fixed Pre-lighting] (2DFX - already attached in [[#Downgrading|San Andreas Downgrader]])
 
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# Extract all archives in subdirectories inside modloader one
 
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−
'''Notes'''
 
−
{{ii}} [[#Fix broken lighting|SkyGfx]] is advised
 
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{{ii}} [[#Downgrading|1.0 version]] and [[#ASI Loader|ASI Loader]] required
 
−
}}
 
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−
===Fix broken lighting===
 
−
{{Fixbox|description=Restore original time cycle file|ref=<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20141205195443/http://forums.steampowered.com/forums/showthread.php?t=3202339 Fix for missing diffuse lighting in GTA SA - Steam Users' Forums] (retrieved)</ref><ref>[https://gtaforums.com/topic/466155-gta-sa-ps2-graphics-on-pc/#entry1060273191 GTA SA PS2 Graphics on PC? - GTA Forums]</ref><ref>[http://www.gtamodding.com/wiki/Time_cycle#timecyc.dat_and_timecycp.dat Time cycle - GTAModding]</ref>|fix=
 
−
# Go to <code>{{p|game}}\data</code> and delete <code>timecyc.dat</code>.
 
−
# Rename <code>timecyc'''p'''.dat</code> to <code>timecyc.dat</code>.
 
−
 
−
'''Notes'''
 
−
{{ii}} Best with [https://gtaforums.com/topic/750681-skygfx-ps2-graphics-for-pc/ SkyGfx] and increased lighting distance.
 
 
}}
 
}}
  
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{{mm}} [https://www.gtaall.com/ GTA-All] - Newer website with lots of high-quality mods available.
 
{{mm}} [https://www.gtaall.com/ GTA-All] - Newer website with lots of high-quality mods available.
 
{{mm}} [https://gtaland.net/gta-san-andreas-mods GTA San Andreas Land] - Grand Theft Auto San Andreas Modifications Land.
 
{{mm}} [https://gtaland.net/gta-san-andreas-mods GTA San Andreas Land] - Grand Theft Auto San Andreas Modifications Land.
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−
<big>'''Essentials'''</big>
 
−
{{Fixbox|description=[https://www.gtagarage.com/mods/show.php?id=25377 Mod Loader]|fix=
 
−
# Place the <code>modloader</code> folder into <code>{{p|game}}</code>
 
−
# Place <code>modloader.asi</code> into <code>{{p|game}}\scripts\</code>
 
−
 
−
'''Installing Mods'''
 
−
# Go to <code>{{p|game}}\modloader\</code>
 
−
# Create a new folder with a name of choice
 
−
# Place mod files into that folder
 
−
{{ii}} If installing multiple mods, install them in separate folders for organization purposes
 
−
 
−
'''Notes'''
 
−
{{++}} Allows for mods to be installed through folders instead of using programs to replace game files
 
−
{{ii}} Certain script mods may not function correctly when installed through ModLoader
 
−
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−
{{Fixbox|description=[http://cleo.li/ CLEO4]|fix=
 
−
# Download and run the installer
 
−
# Re-direct the installation path if necessary
 
−
# Uncheck <code>Silent's ASI Loader</code> at the next page, as this version is likely outdated
 
  
 
'''Notes'''
 
'''Notes'''
 
{{ii}} Any savegames made with CLEO4 installed may not work without the mod
 
{{ii}} Any savegames made with CLEO4 installed may not work without the mod
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}}
 
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====Featured mods====
 
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* [https://gtaforums.com/topic/750681-skygfx-ps2-and-xbox-graphics-for-pc/ SkyGfx] - Brings accurate PlayStation 2 and Xbox graphics and effects to the PC version of San Andreas.
 
−
* [https://gtaforums.com/topic/899738-skyui/ SkyUI] - Brings accurate PlayStation 2/Xbox-like user interface to the PC version of San Andreas with some additional improvements and widescreen support.
 
−
* [https://thirteenag.github.io/p2dfx Project2DFX] (SALodLights.asi) - Improves draw distances, asset streaming, and adds distant lights. Fixes certain problems with flickering objects with ENB, but in cost of some performance loss - even very big when using whole map tex mods. In case of infinite level loading, use this [https://yadi.sk/i/AKQ63yFbECYhsQ .ini]
 
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* [https://gtaforums.com/topic/743010-relsa-remastered-gui-textures-for-sa-inc-mobile-stuff/ Remastered GUI Textures] - Adds the remastered GUI from the mobile versions. Note: RemasteredGUI attached with at least some versions of Downgrader, can cause black textures of cars bug with ENB. In such case, use only mod downloaded from the linked site above. 
 
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* [https://github.com/ThirteenAG/III.VC.SA.CLEOScripts ThirteenAG's CLEO Scripts] - E.g. quicksave, autosave, walk mod, Radio For All Vehicles, SA.ManualDrivebyRemake, IV Pickups, Buy Back Your Weapons.
 
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* [https://gtaforums.com/topic/717189-relsa-enterable-hidden-interiors/ Enterable Hidden Interiors] - Allows entering of buildings otherwise confined only in cutscenes or not used.
 
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* [https://github.com/ThirteenAG/III.VC.SA.LimitAdjuster/releases Open Limit Adjuster] - Aims to bring back limit adjusters to the scene. Does not aim to be just a limit adjuster, but a limit purger.  That's, turning whatever previously was limited into unlimited, being only limited by the machine/application capacity (featured mod attached Downgrader to install optionally). Slight performance impact when using big texture mods and ENB.
 
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* [https://github.com/petrgeorgievsky/gtaRenderHook RenderHook] (not ENB) -  Implements DirectX 11 rendering API to GTA San Andreas as well as totally new rendering pipeline. Incompatible with SkyGFX. Various based mods can be downloaded here: [https://www.mixmods.com.br/2018/03/renderhook-by-petkagta.html 1] or [https://www.gtainside.com/en/sanandreas/mods/117125-rendering-hook-alpha-0-1-not-an-enb-extremely-slow/ 2] or [https://gamemodding.com/en/gta-san-andreas/graphic/72478-render-hook.html 3] [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1kNHZj8onY9T9zav5U2Rwup5zO9ncmV8O_2EEufsF0lI/edit#heading=h.n6katp7aqz9d Incompatibilities:] SAMP, Skygfx, 13AG's GTASA.WidescreenFix.asi (in others - possible aspect ratio problems), 2DFX and SilentPatch requires appropriate .ini changes; Widescreen mod - changing RenderHook name to _gtaRenderHook.asi). If small window is shown or low resolution with crash while getting to game advanced options, change UseDefaultAdapter="false" in settings.xml. The mod can be used with [[ReShade]] in DX10+ mode.
 
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* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-6BgqgzCdqo SA_DirectX] (ENB Series v0.430) SA_DirectX 3.0, New Reflections (SSR), Volumetric Clouds, Screen Space Reflections, SSAO, Lighting, GodRays, Rain drops.
 
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====Graphic mods====
 
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''Complete texture mods''
 
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* [https://www.moddb.com/mods/srt3-mod/downloads/srt3-mipmap-2014 SRt3 Mipmap] - Retextures the entire map. The project goal is to retexture any piece/object of San Andreas with textures of much higher quality. Don't use the attached peds pack, if you encounter crashes during missions.
 
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* [https://www.mixmods.com.br/2021/08/rosa-project-evolved-remaster-texturas.html RoSA Project Evolved] - The main objective of the project - to replace all standard textures not just to high-quality HD textures, but also making them very similar to the original textures.
 
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* [https://gtaland.net/gta-san-andreas-mods/gta-san-andreas-other/hq-enb-series-v-2.html HQ ENB Series v 2] - High Quality Enchanted Natural Bloom.
 
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''Graphic injectors, minor texture mods and more [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1gn9R8X1emdt59yxnFb6LU7kb_mJlt9AEBMkK5s-NMFA/edit?usp=sharing here]''
 
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====Utilities====
 
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* [https://gtaforums.com/topic/528175-improved-vehicle-features/ Improved Vehicle Features] (ImVehFt.asi) - Required by some car packs.
 
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* [https://mega.nz/#!VwIjEajK!3ECzbcZ87zafgk38HdIkYfn4F7HhyZufwSr7Yxsgm2M flickr.asi] - Mod by 13AG preventing heavy flicker of textures e.g. while flying. If it causes the game to crash on startup with ENB, launch "!RUN ADMIN FOR ENB 0.313.bat" attached with V Graphics or DirectX 2.0.
 
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* [https://libertycity.net/files/gta-san-andreas/113058-load-whole-map.html Load Whole Map] - It loads all map objects into RAM at the cost of some performance loss and stuttering. The whole game map will always be loaded. Fixes problems rendering blank holes instead of textures in distance with 2DFX. The mod can cause crashes when using big, RAM-consuming tex mods like RoSA Project.
 
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* [https://gamemodding.com/en/gta-san-andreas/cleo-scripts/61976-fpsunlock.html FPSUnlock] - Unlocks default 99 FPS limit in SAMP. Be aware - sirens don't work, and vehicles handle a bit differently.
 
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* [https://yadi.sk/d/ujsBN_p56Ml3xg streammemfix1.0] - Fix for flickering and disappearing textures during driving (e.g. for SAUR tex mod). It also prevents the game from crashing (at least when the amount of RAM possible to address by the game is exceeded), since it aggressively cleans RAM during the game. It works as a better equivalent of [https://yadi.sk/d/jypOrUgxAw6eFg SE_FixTextures.asi], but streammemfix1.0 is crashless (when a lot of memory is used), also unlike streammemfix2.0. It does not fix the texture pop-up issue while flying. The mod may be incompatible with some scripts like III.VC.SA.LimitAdjuster, 13AG Widescreen, 2DFX. Confirmed supported is Wesser Widescreen. For more confirmed scripts [https://yadi.sk/d/1bPApY5nVVPKLQ see].
 
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* [https://yadi.sk/d/1ge5d7m4OpsLFw FPS Adjuster] (binthesky_by_DK.cs) - It is a CLEO mod that can enhance the performance of the game, and also allows changing FPS limit by NUM8 and NUM2, NUM5 in-game. The keys don't work with some mods. [https://gtaxmods.com/files/69536-cleo-fps-adjuster-nastraivaemyy-fps-up.html General troubleshooting]
 
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====Total conversions====
 
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{{ii}} [https://gtaforums.com/forum/338-total-conversions View the Total Conversions page on GTAForums here]
 
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* [https://gtaforums.com/forum/413-gta-underground/ GTA Underground] - An work-in-progress mod that attempts to bring the GTA III, Vice City, Bully, and Manhunt maps to San Andreas. [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5qTgk4oObeGNlcD7U4GSew View video updates here].
 
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* [https://gtaforums.com/topic/949961-vice-city-stories-pc-edition GTA Vice City Stories: PC Edition] - A standalone total conversion that attempts to port and remaster GTA: VCS to PC<ref>https://web.archive.org/web/20200101213405/https://gtaforums.com/topic/439980-vice-city-stories-pc-edition/</ref> (does not require GTA: SA to play). Contains 13 missions. Save always in a different slot after a mission, to avoid being stuck at a safehouse. "O Brothel, Where Art Thou?" crashes when you shot enemy or driving them. Shotguns are overpowerful. Quad race is difficult to finish due to bad handling.
 
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* [https://gtaforums.com/topic/661961-sa-mobile-to-pc-research-project/ Mobile to PC Research Project] - A community-driven project that aims to port over many of the improvements from the mobile port to the PC version.
 
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* [https://gtaforums.com/topic/939012-sarel-things-to-do-in-san-andreas-overall-improvements/ Things to do in San Andreas: Overall Improvements] - Total conversion mod that extends and expands the game significantly using as much official content as possible, such as unused content and content from other GTA games. (requires new game to be started)
 
  
 
==System requirements==
 
==System requirements==

Revision as of 17:19, 29 October 2022

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This page is for the original 2005 PC release. For the remaster, see Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas – The Definitive Edition.

Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas
Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas cover
Developers
Rockstar North
Microsoft Store War Drum Studios[1]
macOS (OS X) TransGaming Inc.
Publishers
Rockstar Games
Japan Capcom
Russia 1C-SoftClub
Engines
RenderWare
Release dates
Windows June 1, 2005
macOS (OS X) (Cider) November 12, 2010
Reception
Metacritic 93
IGDB 93
Taxonomy
Monetization One-time game purchase
Modes Singleplayer
Pacing Real-time
Perspectives Third-person
Controls Direct control
Genres Action, Open world, Gambling/casino
Vehicles Automobile, Bicycle, Bus, Flight, Helicopter, Hovercraft, Motorcycle, Off-roading, Street racing, Tank, Train, Transport, Truck
Art styles Realistic
Themes Contemporary
Series Grand Theft Auto
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Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas on IGDB
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Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas guide on StrategyWiki
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⤏ Go to series page
Grand Theft Auto 1997
Grand Theft Auto 2 1999
Grand Theft Auto III 2002
Grand Theft Auto: Vice City 2003
Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas 2005
Grand Theft Auto IV 2008
Grand Theft Auto: Episodes from Liberty City 2010
Grand Theft Auto: iFruit 2013
Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas 10 Year Anniversary 2014
Grand Theft Auto V 2015
Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars 2021
Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy – The Definitive Edition (series)

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

Extensive modding community with thousands of mods available. Although unofficial, online mods have an active estimated monthly player base of over 500,000 players.[2]
The PC version features the ability to import owned music to create a custom radio station.
Many visual features from original PlayStation 2 version of the game are either simplified, missing, or broken in the PC version, and exceeding 30 FPS introduces timing issues for gameplay and physics. There are mods available to restore these features back into the PC version; see this forum thread for details.
Downgrading is recommended as many community-created fixes and mods have limited or no support for later game versions.

General information

GTAForums - Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas Discussion
Grand Theft Wiki
GTA Network - A large network of fansites dedicated to the Grand Theft Auto series
Steam Community Discussions (Windows)
Steam Community Discussions (OS X)

Availability

Source DRM Notes Keys OS
Retail
Disc check (requires the CD/DVD in the drive to play)
 SecuROM 7 DRM disc check.
Polish copies use StarForce 5 DRM.
Windows
Retail
Disc check (requires the CD/DVD in the drive to play)
 Included in Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy.[3]
Windows
macOS (OS X)
Publisher website
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 Included in Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy. Playable without DRM by using SA RGSC Downgrader.[4]
Windows
Amazon.com (unavailable)
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Windows
Gamesplanet logo.svg (unavailable)
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Windows
Games for Windows Marketplace (unavailable)
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 [5]
Windows
Green Man Gaming (unavailable)
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Windows
Humble Store (unavailable)
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Windows
Microsoft Store (unavailable)
Microsoft Store
 Different port of the game, same as the mobile version.
Windows
Steam (unavailable)
DRM-free after installation through Steam client (notes may include more details)
 DRM-free as the November 7, 2014 patch, despite the system requirements stating the game uses SecuROM DRM.[6][7][8]
Windows
If the Steam version is detected, the Rockstar Launcher can launch the game through Steam instead.
Given for free to anyone who purchases The Definitive Edition on the Rockstar Store before June 30, 2022.
Removed from Steam on October 13, 2021

Version differences

This game has seen multiple revisions since its initial v1.0 release: v1.01 ("No More Hot Coffee" patch), v2.00 ("Second Edition" re-prints), v3.0 (initial Steam version), and "NewSteam r1/2" (latest Steam revisions).[9]
The Microsoft Store version is a completely different port based on the mobile version of the game.
The Second Edition re-prints and Rockstar Games Launcher version have anti-modding measures to prevent major modifications to the game.[10][11] See Downgrading to make them mod-friendly.
The Microsoft Store, Steam and Rockstar Games Launcher versions lack some radio songs that were present in the retail release.[12] To restore them in Steam and Rockstar Games Launcher versions, see Downgrading.

Essential improvements

Downgrading

Any save game created previously must be converted. See here for instructions.
Downgrading restores all removed licensed songs from the game for the latest Steam and Rockstar Games Launcher versions and removes modding prevention checks from the Second Edition and Rockstar Games Launcher versions.
US executable that is provided misses French, German and Italian localization support. Check fix below.
Use San Andreas Downgrader[4]
  1. Download the San Andreas Downgrader that matches with the version that is currently installed.
  2. Extract the contents of SA DOWNGRADER.rar (Steam and Rockstar Games Launcher) or SAv2to1.rar (retail Second Edition) to <path-to-game>.
  3. Run install.bat to start the downgrading process. The tool will automatically close its command prompt window and remove patch files afterwards.
  4. Launch the game from the newly created gta-sa.exe v1.0 executable. It is advised to not use the original executable leftover after downgrading, especially for the Rockstar Games Launcher version as it has problems with the modified files and can undo file changes unless it's launched with -scOfflineOnly parameter.

ASI Loader

Required for many script-based mods and fixes. Most mods include their own ASI loader, however, it is important to not overwrite this one as it is more recently updated than ones supplied by some mods.
Use ThirteenAG's Ultimate ASI Loader[13]

Download Ultimate ASI Loader here, then extract the contents of Ultimate ASI Loader.zip into <path-to-game>.

SilentPatch

Limited support for the latest Steam (December 9, 2014 update) and Rockstar Games Launcher versions.
Fixes many of the bugs introduced in the PC version like bugged sun flare, rotor blades, road reflections and some frame-rate related issues.[14]
Adds new features to the game like FLAC codec support.[15]
How to install SilentPatch[16]

Download SilentPatch SA here, then extract the contents of SilentPatchSA.zip into <path-to-game>\scripts\.

Notes

ASI Loader required.

Skip intro videos

Install SilentPatch[16]
Use Improved Fast Loader[citation needed]

Place imfast.ini and imfast.asi into <path-to-game>\scripts\

Notes

ASI Loader required. Can use alongside SilentPatch.
Offers the ability to load the last used savegame automatically and disable the loading screen, which can speed up loading times considerably.
Launch the game with -skip parameter
Only works for 1.01 and 2.0 versions.

SA Community Map Fixes

A collection of various map bugfixes and additional vanilla-friendly improvements. Installation instructions are provided on the Github page.
Includes mipmapped textures with TXDP generic texture loading, uncompressed map textures from Grand Theft Auto III, Grand Theft Auto: Vice City, and Manhunt, and restores vehicles models, ped behavior, and time cycle from the PlayStation 2 version while adding some improvements from the PC and Xbox versions.

Proper Fixes

Requires Mod Loader and SkyGfx with buildingPipe=PS2 enabled.
An alternative mod to the above that has almost 1,000 game fixes with roughly 16,000 files changes, while optimizing performance and adding a few extra features from PlayStation, PC, and Xbox versions. In general, it should not cause any performance issues, even on lower end hardware. See the mod page for exhaustive details of its features.

Game data

Default configuration/saves folder path can be customized.

Configuration file(s) location

System Location
Windows %USERPROFILE%\Documents\GTA San Andreas User Files\gta_sa.set
macOS (OS X)
Steam Play (Linux) <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/12120/pfx/[Note 1]
Configuration file is encrypted, although it could be possible to edit.

Save game data location

System Location
Windows %USERPROFILE%\Documents\GTA San Andreas User Files\GTASAsf*.b
Microsoft Store %LOCALAPPDATA%\Packages\RockstarGames.GrandTheftAutoSanAndreas_3t068xe29zjvp\LocalState
macOS (OS X) ~/Documents/Rockstar Games/GTA San Andreas User Files/
Steam Play (Linux) <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/12120/pfx/[Note 1]

Portable GTA

1.0 version and ASI Loader required.
This mod moves the user files from %USERPROFILE%\Documents to the game's installation folder.
How to install Portable GTA
  1. Download Portable GTA.
  2. Rename the file extension from portablegta.dll to portablegta.asi.
  3. Move portablegta.asi into <path-to-game>\scripts\.
  4. Launch the game and then quit to desktop, then delete the contents inside <path-to-game>\userfiles.
  5. Copy/move all user files from %USERPROFILE%\Documents\GTA San Andreas User Files into the Portable GTA's new <path-to-game>\userfiles folder.

Save game cloud syncing

System Native Notes
OneDrive
Requires enabling backup of the Documents folder in OneDrive on all computers.
Steam Cloud
Uses Rockstar Social Club's save game and settings cloud sync function.

Video

Display options
Display options
Advanced display options
Advanced display options

Graphics feature State WSGF Notes
Widescreen resolution
 
 Very poor support by default.[17] See Widescreen resolution.
Multi-monitor
 
 See Widescreen resolution and Device selection window fixes.
Ultra-widescreen
 
 See Widescreen resolution.
4K Ultra HD
 
 See Widescreen resolution.
Field of view (FOV)
See Field of view (FOV).
Windowed
See Windowed.
Borderless fullscreen windowed
See Windowed.
Anisotropic filtering (AF)
See the glossary page for potential workarounds.
Anti-aliasing (AA)
2x-4x MSAA. Misleading in-game selector.[18] See Broken reflections when anti-aliasing is enabled for up to 16x.
Vertical sync (Vsync)
Automatically enabled with frame limiter[19]
60 FPS and 120+ FPS
Capping frames is mandatory to prevent a huge amount of glitches.[20]
Proper 30 FPS in-game limiter can be achieved with SilentPatch (25 FPS otherwise).[21] The Framerate Vigilante mod is slowly trying to address this.
High dynamic range display (HDR)
See the glossary page for potential alternatives.

Widescreen resolution

Game normally renders stretched images. In-game widescreen option uses correct aspect-ratio but cuts view (Vert-).
SilentPatch restores 5:4 and 16:9 resolutions with non-1.01 and non-2.0 versions,[22] albeit far from perfection.
How to Install Widescreen Fix[23]
Requires a US v1.0 executable.
Adds adjustable FOV and HUD/subtitles scaling.
  1. Download Widescreen Fix.
  2. Extract the contents of GTASA.WidescreenFix from the zip archive, then copy the vorbisFile.dll and scripts to <path-to-game>
  3. Optionally, a download for high quality textures for HUD and loading screens are available. To install these, download and Widescreen Frontend Textures, and copy the models folder from GTASA.WidescreenFrontend.zip to <path-to-game>, replacing the stock files when prompted.

Notes

The default settings alter the original game's UI and appearance (the vehicle light fix isn't actually fix as all versions have large light coronas). For a vanilla look, set the values of the following settings in GTASA.WidescreenFix.ini:
Vanilla Widescreen Fix settings (ver.05-16-2020)
; The settings below are used to scale parts of the game UI differently.
; If set to "0.0", original values will be used.
HudWidthScale = 0.0     ; Original value is 1.0.
HudHeightScale = 0.0    ; Original value is 1.0714285.
RadarWidthScale = 0.0   ; Original value is 1.0.
SubtitlesScale = 0.0    ; Original value is 1.0.

; Replaces text shadow with outline (0|1|2).
ReplaceTextShadowWithOutline = 0

Field of view (FOV)

Use SAMP FOV Changer[citation needed]
  1. Download the latest version of SAMP FOV Changer here.
  2. Place the downloaded fov.asi into <path-to-game>\scripts\.
  3. Launch the game, then quit to desktop.
  4. Open the newly generated fov.cfg in <path-to-game>\scripts\ with a text editor to customize FOV.

Notes

1.0 version and ASI Loader required.
Zooming with sniper rifle and camera won't work properly.

Windowed

Use ThirteenAG's Widescreen Fix and create a wndmode.ini file in <path-to-game>[24]

Notes

Breaks the missing moon phases fix from SilentPatch with this method.

Anti-aliasing (AA)

How to enable SGSSAA[25]
  1. Install SilentPatch and enable 8x MSAA in game.
  2. Download and open Nvidia Profile Inspector.
  3. Select the game profile.
  4. Set Antialiasing compatibility to 0x00001000.
  5. Set Antialiasing - Mode to Enhance the application setting.
  6. Set Antialiasing - Transparency Supersampling to 8x Sparse Grid Supersampling.

Notes

For better performance, decrease aforementioned settings to 2x or 4x.

Input

Input settings
Input settings
Mouse settings
Mouse settings

Keyboard and mouse, touch State Notes
Remapping
Mouse acceleration
Can be further adjusted with sensitivity fix, however, it requires an ASI Loader to function.[citation needed]
Mouse sensitivity
Mouse Sensitivity slider only affects the X-axis. Use SilentPatch to tie sensitivity to both axes.
Mouse input in menus
Mouse Y-axis inversion
Touchscreen optimised
Microsoft Store version only.
Controller
Controller support
Very basic support on DirectInput controllers in the non-Steam/RGL versions.
Full controller support
Native in the Steam version only. Use GInput otherwise.
Controller remapping
Controller sensitivity
Use GInput and adjust sensitivity options in GInputSA.ini.
Controller Y-axis inversion
Controller types
XInput-compatible controllers
Basic XInput support only in the Steam/RGL version. Use GInput for improved XInput controller support.
Xbox button prompts
Uses generic button prompts even in the Steam/RGL version. Xbox prompts can be enabled through GInput.
Impulse Trigger vibration
PlayStation controllers
GInput only supports DualShock 3 controllers, not DualShock 4. Use an XInput wrapper such as DS4 Windows or Steam Input in tandem with GInput as a workaround.[26]
PlayStation button prompts
Uses generic button prompts. PlayStation prompts can be enabled through GInput.
Light bar support
Adaptive trigger support
DualSense haptic feedback support
Connection modes Wired
[26]
Generic/other controllers
Supports DirectInput in non-Steam/RGL version while basic XInput support was added to the Steam version.
Button prompts Input settings icon - Generic Controller.svg GInput can enable in-game Xbox and PlayStation prompts. For Nintendo Wii prompts, use this GInput addon. An alternative GInput icons pack can be found here.
Additional information
Controller hotplugging
GInput includes the ability to hotplug controllers, otherwise hotplugging is not supported by the game.
Haptic feedback
Requires GInput for XInput and DualShock 3 controllers, otherwise vibration support is missing from the console version.
Digital movement supported
Simultaneous controller+KB/M

GInput

v1.0 and an ASI Loader are required.
Adds full XInput and DualShock 3 controller support with relevant controller prompts.
Supports pressure sensitive buttons and SIXAXIS accelerometers.
Restores haptic feedback from console versions.
Features various tweaks such as controller sensitivity, axis inversion, and controller layout from Grand Theft Auto IV.
Installing GInput[27]
Works with DsHidMini driver, but requires drop DsHIdMini's xinput1_3.dll into the game directory.[28]
  1. Download GInputSA here.
  2. Extract the contents of GInputSA_*.zip, and copy the models folder, GInputSA.asi, and GInputSA.ini files into <path-to-game>\scripts\.
  3. Open GInputSA.ini with a text editor and configure the desired settings.

Audio

Audio panel
Audio panel

Audio feature State Notes
Separate volume controls
Independent radio and effects volume.
Surround sound
Up to 7.0 output[29] May require DirectSound 3D restoration software.
Subtitles
Closed captions
Mute on focus lost
Widescreen resolution can be used to toggle behavior.[30]
EAX support
EAX 1, EAX 2, EAX 3, EAX 4.[31]
Royalty free audio
Newer versions of the game, such as the current ones on Steam and Rockstar Games Launcher, have had several licensed music tracks removed.[12] Downgrade to a previous version to restore them.
To enable EAX on Vista or newer, see DirectSound hardware path.

Uncompressed SFX Pack

Adds high quality and uncompressed versions for vanilla sounds to the game.

Localizations

Language UI Audio Sub Notes
English
Arabic
Fan translation, download.
Brazilian Portuguese
Fan translation, download.
Czech
Fan translation, download.
French
German
Hungarian
Fan translation.
Italian
Japanese
Unknown if taken from the Japanese PlayStation 2 version or retranslated from English into Japanese, download
Korean
Fan translation, download.
Polish
Local retail only. Patch for digital release can be downloaded here or here.
Russian
Official localization by «1C-Softclub» retail version, download
Russian
1) Fan translation by «ENPY Studio/Sherhan Group/®‡™Mad?Dogg™‡® Crew/SerGEAnt's Zone Of Games»
2) Unofficial localization – «Потраченный перевод»
Serbian
Fan translation, download.
Slovak
Fan translation, download.
Spanish
Latin American Spanish
Fan Translation download (Not the official "Definitve Edition" translation)
Turkish
Fan translation, download.

Add more localizations to language menu

Install Language Loader[32]
1.0 version and ASI Loader required.
  1. Download Language Loader.
  2. Extract LanguageLoader.asi in <path-to-game>\scripts\.
  3. Drag the right languages.ini file to <path-to-game>\text\, according to the number of languages actually available.

Network

Multiplayer types

Type Native Players Notes
Local play
2 Co-op
See Local play.
LAN play
See Multiplayer mods.
Online play
See Multiplayer mods.

Connection types

Type Native Notes
Matchmaking
Peer-to-peer
Dedicated
See Multiplayer mods.
Self-hosting
See Multiplayer mods.
Direct IP
See Multiplayer mods.

Multiplayer mods

MTA:SA and SA:MP average 10,000+ daily[citation needed] players (even though SA-MP tends to have generally more than MTA:SA).
Downgrading the game is required to run these mods.
San Andreas Multiplayer (SA-MP)
The longest-running, most popular, and most supported multiplayer mod for GTA:SA.
Struggling[33] with getting a new release out after years.
Multi Theft Auto (MTA:SA)
MTA:SA is generally more hassle-free and user-friendly than SA-MP.
Free and open source software.
GTAConnected
It supports JavaScript, Squirrel and Lua as scripting languages.
It supports P2P as sync method.

Local play

Instructions[citation needed]
  1. Download 2 Player Missions Loader
  2. Extract everything inside Two Player Missions Loader 1.2 folder in <path-to-game>\cleo\
  3. Configure controls:

Notes

CLEO, Widescreen resolution and 1.00 version are required (GInput if using controllers)

VR support

3D modes State GG3D Notes
Nvidia 3D Vision
TriDef 3D
vorpX
G3D, Z3D
Officially supported game, see official vorpx game list.
Devices
Tobii Eye Tracking
Works with Tobii EyeX tracker or Tobii EyeX 4C and 5 headtracker plugins for FaceTrackNoIR.
TrackIR
Works with FreeTrack 2.0 protocol using software like FaceTrackNoIR.

Issues unresolved

Some save corrupting glitches can be worked around with an online repair tool or a savegame editor.[34]
Even though virtually every major bug has been addressed by mods such as SilentPatch, there's no guarantee that some of the rarest ones will not occur.[35]

German Steam version doesn't work on OS X

The German Steam version for OS X doesn't work.[36]

Issues fixed

Timing-related issues

An unlocked or incorrect frame limiter can cause timing-related issues.

Relevant issues:

Game-breaking bugs and glitches
  • Some missions such as Amphibious Assault or Driving School missions[37] or Mike Toreno (on entering the airport) are impassable or incredibly difficult
  • Some missions show black screen: Cleaning The Hood (after entering Crack Den building) or Cesar Vialpando (after entering to tune shop) or during robbery of betting shop (after leaving the place [+ indestructible doors by detonator with unlocked framerate]), and Vertical Bird (after entering the ship; precisely game crashes).
Physical weirdness
  • Vehicles & bicycles handle like brakes are always on, decelerate almost immediately, wobbly rear ends, and seem feathered whenever in-air
  • Inability to dive underwater
Gameplay absurdities
  • Aiming while walking is silly[38]
  • Inability to walk while aiming a rifle/desert eagle[39]
  • Climbing walls results in sudden deaths[40]
  • Vehicles and/or pedestrians move extremely fast
Crashes when listening to User Radio (fixed in patch 1.01)[41]
Cutscenes not ending (black screen - described above)[39]
Weird audio pitching when panning the camera.[42]
Cannot zoom in and out the map.

Solutions:

Turn on in-game frame limiter[43]
Game is limited to 25 FPS; 30 when using SilentPatch
Use FramerateVigilante project[44][45]

As for now, it contains fixes for:

  • Very slow swimming
  • Very difficult (if not impossible) to dive and swim underwater
  • Vehicles slowing down very quickly when releasing the gas (as if they were always braking)
  • Turning on/off the siren in police cars
  • NPC cars with fake physics using wrong wheel speed
  • Skimmer water resistance
  • Aiming with two-handed weapons
  • Cars too light when pushed
  • Rotation speed of the propellers increasing and decreasing very quickly
  • Wheel rotation speed get wrong on NPC cars, with fake physics

By limiting the game to 60 FPS (instead of turning off) and using Framerate Vigilante, it's possible to achieve good, playable gameplay.

Visual C++ Runtime Error game crash

Use (III / VC / SA) Largeaddress
Required also when using SilentPatch, Project2DFX, and memory2048.cs. It is developed especially for memory intensive mods.

Fixing incompatible save game data

Save games created with the v2.00 executable and newer does not work with previous versions.
Convert the save files
  1. Go to the save game data location.
  2. Upload and convert the desired save files to GTA Save 'n' Play.
  3. Use the Modifications panel to fix what is need (e.g. downgraded game requires "Script/SCM" version v1, for Steam & Rockstar Games Launcher choose v2).
  4. Download fixed save back with the save slot name of choice.

Game doesn't start after downgrading

Delete gta_sa.set[citation needed]
  1. Go to the configuration file(s) location.
  2. Delete gta_sa.set.
EU executable: make sure all 5 localization files inside text folder are included[citation needed]

Game crashes during or after loading screens

Delete gta_sa.set
  1. Go to the configuration file(s) location.
  2. Delete gta_sa.set.

Loading older save file starts a new game

Install SilentPatch[16]
Convert the affected save file[citation needed]

Mouse fails to work

Install SilentPatch[16]
If happened randomly with SilentPatch installed, just restart the game.
Pause the game, minimize by the Start button, restore, unpause.
Install GTA SA Mouse fix
Go to Task Manager and disable CPU0 for gta_sa.exe in Set affinity[46]

Intro movies not showing

Windows Vista/7: disable desktop composition[47]
Windows 8 and newer: enable DXMaximizedWindowedMode shim[48][citation needed]

Intro movies not showing and broken Alt+Tab ↹

Fix codec hell

Pressing Alt+Tab ↹ crashes the game

Install SilentPatch[49]

Broken Alt+F4 function

Install SilentPatch[50]

Accidental activation of cheat codes

Unlike III and VC, SA uses a sophisticated hashing mechanism to recognize the input of cheats. Unfortunately, this mechanism is faulty - leading to cheats sometimes being triggered by WASD keys commonly used for movement, among many others. Unwanted activation of cheats can ruin normal gameplay and speedrun experience.[51][52]
Disable cheats through CLEO. Use Cheat Menu as alternative way of activation.

User tracks don't play

Install SilentPatch[16]

Broken reflections, lighting, transparency

Install SilentPatch[16]

Game crashes on multi-monitor systems

Install SilentPatch[53]

Game crashes when standing near escalators

Install SilentPatch[53]

Sound issues

Downgrade the EAX United dll to version 3.066 or 3.065[54]
Enable Windows 98/Me compatibility mode[55]

"A required security module cannot be activated" error

Enable Windows 2000 compatibility mode[56]

Gym persistently reports to have been worked out enough

Install SilentPatch[16]
If warning still persists, try to converting the affected save file.

Error on start due to a DirectX 9.0 prompt (Windows 8 and newer)

Install DirectPlay (DirectPlay dependance liquidated in SilentPatch)
Install SilentPatch[57]

Shadowy terrain

Instructions[citation needed]
1.0 version and ASI Loader required
  1. Download Black roads fix
  2. Move fix.black_roads.asi to <path-to-game>\scripts\.

Vegetation disappears in the distance

Tweak draw distance[citation needed]
  1. Make sure Mod Loader is set up
  2. Download Project2DFX
  3. Extract archive content to <path-to-game>\modloader\Project2DFX

Notes:

It is also possible to make the vegetation disappear in further distances by opening SALodLights.ini with a text editor and increase the number in VegetationDrawDistance (value is measured in meters).

Missing moon phases

Install SilentPatch[58]
Doesn't work in 16-bit color mode, nor on Windows 8 when forcing Windowed mode unless using ThirteenAG's Windowed Mode plug-in.[59]

Streaming memory bug, incorrectly rendered pedestrians

Install SilentPatch[60]

Cannot find 800x600x32 video mode error

Install SilentPatch[16]

Lens flare is too thin and barely visible

Install SilentPatch[16]

Broken reflections when anti-aliasing is enabled

Install SilentPatch[49]
Enables up to 16x MSAA
Install Multi-sampling FIX[citation needed]
1.0 version and ASI Loader required

Device selection window opens at launch

If running more than one monitor, the game will display a message to configure the resolution every time the game is launched.
Place SkipDeviceSelection.asi into <path-to-game>\scripts\[citation needed]
ASI Loader required

Run the game at screen refresh rate

Fullscreen mode defaults to 60 Hz, even if the screen refresh rate is set higher than that.
Set screen refresh rate[citation needed]
  1. Install Special K by following the Unofficial Special K Guide. Manual local installation is recommended.
  2. Go to the installation folder and rename SpecialK32.dll to dinput8.dll.
  3. Start the game once and close it to allow the configuration file of Special K to be created.
  4. Open <path-to-game>\dinput8.ini.
  5. Change RefreshRate=-1 to RefreshRate=0 under [Render.FrameRate].
Override refresh rate set by game
  1. Install ThirteenAG's Widescreen Fix.
  2. Download Chiri's resolution forcing tool.
  3. Extract d3d9.dll and d3dx.ini to the installation folder.
  4. Open d3dx.ini.
  5. Change refresh_rate=60 to desired hertz; e.g. refresh_rate=120.

Broken lighting

Restore original time cycle file[61][62][63]
  1. Go to <path-to-game>\data and delete timecyc.dat.
  2. Rename timecycp.dat to timecyc.dat.

Notes

Best with SkyGfx and increased lighting distance.

Other information

API

Technical specs Supported Notes
Direct3D 9
OpenGL 2.0 OS X only.
Shader Model support 1.1, 2.0
Executable 32-bit 64-bitARM Notes
Windows
ARM version is exclusive to Microsoft Store.
macOS (OS X)
This 32-bit-only macOS game does not work on macOS Catalina (10.15) or later.

Modding

Downgrading and ASI Loader is required for modding
GTAInside - Very popular and long running GTA modding site with a huge catalog of mods.
GameModding - Mod site with many mods available for many games; similar to NexusMods.
GTA Garage Mod Database
GTA-All - Newer website with lots of high-quality mods available.
GTA San Andreas Land - Grand Theft Auto San Andreas Modifications Land.

Notes

Any savegames made with CLEO4 installed may not work without the mod

System requirements

Windows
Minimum Recommended
Operating system (OS) 2000, XP
Processor (CPU) Intel Pentium III 1.0 GHz
AMD Athlon 1.0 GHz		 Intel Pentium 4
AMD Athlon XP
System memory (RAM) 256 MB 384 MB
Hard disk drive (HDD) 3.6 GB 4.7 GB
Video card (GPU) Nvidia GeForce 3
ATI Radeon 8500
64 MB of VRAM
DirectX 9.0c compatible 		Nvidia GeForce 6
ATI Radeon X800
128 MB of VRAM
Sound (audio device) DirectX 9 compatible Sound Blaster Audigy 2
macOS (OS X)
Minimum
Operating system (OS) 10.6.8
Processor (CPU) Intel Core 2 Duo
System memory (RAM) 1 GB
Hard disk drive (HDD) 5.2 GB
Video card (GPU) Nvidia GeForce 7300 GT
ATI Radeon X1600
Intel GMA X3100
This game will NOT run on PowerPC (G3/G4/G5) based Mac systems (PowerMac)


Notes

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 Notes regarding Steam Play (Linux) data:

References

  1. ↑ Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas – War Drum Studios - last accessed on 2016-5-14
  2. ↑ Why A Million People Still Play Multiplayer Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas Every Month | Rock, Paper, Shotgun
  3. ↑ Verified by User:AmethystViper on 2021-10-24
    Does not appear to use SecuROM DRM after installing the game from the disc, and running SecuROM's removal tool does not return any instance of SecuROM being installed onto the system while the game was installed. Tested on Windows 10 64-bit.
  4. ↑ 4.0 4.1 Verified by User:AmethystViper on 2020-12-14
    Tested on the "Second Edition" (v2.00), Steam (New Steam r2), and the RGL releases and they downgraded them to the v1.0 release of the game.
  5. ↑ Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas - Games for Windows - last accessed on 19 August 2022
  6. ↑ San Andreas updated on Steam (Updated) - Rockstar Nexus (archived) - last accessed on 2019-07-20
  7. ↑ Patch incoming? - Steam Community Discussions - last accessed on 2019-07-20
  8. ↑ (False Alarm) Suddenly... Securom DRM listed in requirements! WTF Rockstar? - Steam Community Discussions - last accessed on 2019-07-20
  9. ↑ San Andreas Versions - GTAMods Wiki - last accessed on March 2, 2019
  10. ↑ San Andreas Versions - last accessed on 2019-10-06
    "Version 2 has the same bug fixes and additions that were introduced in the 1.01 patch. It also checks the size of the 'gta3.img' file, which causes the game to crash if the size is not equal to a predetermined (hardcoded) size."
  11. ↑ Rockstar Games Launcher just released! Download and obtain GTA San Andreas for free! - GTA Forums - last accessed on 2019-10-06
  12. ↑ 12.0 12.1 STEAM | September 2014 - Nice thread. Btw, Bayonetta 2 is out next month. | NeoGAF
  13. ↑ Verified by User:Amethystviper on 2022-10-13
    Ultimate ASI Loader has been updated more recently compared to Silent ASI Loader and this pre-made package I've created uses the latest release from Github as of writing. The original v1 vorbisFile.dll supplied by CLEO 4 is also included.
  14. ↑ SilentPatch - Page 27 - GTA Forums
  15. ↑ SilentPatch - Page 23 - GTA Forums
  16. ↑ 16.0 16.1 16.2 16.3 16.4 16.5 16.6 16.7 16.8 Verified by User:Silent on 2017-08-16
    All confirmed by the author of the unofficial patch SilentPatch
  17. ↑ [PLUG|OS] Widescreen Hor+ Support - GTA Forums
  18. ↑ SilentPatch - Page 139 - GTAForums
  19. ↑ SilentPatch - Page 91 - GTA Forums
  20. ↑ [REL]Multi-sampling FIX - GTA Forums
  21. ↑ SilentPatch - Page 22 - GTA Forums
  22. ↑ Patch incoming? :: Steam Community Discussions
  23. ↑ Verified by User:AmethystViper on March 31, 2019
  24. ↑ Verified by User:AmethystViper on 2022-10-13
    This method seems to be the only one that worked as ThirteenAG's Window Mode ASI causes constant crashes with the latest version of Widescreen Fix.
  25. ↑ Nvidia Anti-Aliasing Guide (updated) | guru3D Forums
  26. ↑ 26.0 26.1 Verified by User:Amethystviper on 2022-10-13
    Tested with a V1 controller connected through USB.
  27. ↑ Verified by User:AmethystViper on May 13, 2019
  28. ↑ Was somebody able to make DS3-mode in GInput work via DSHIDMini yet?
  29. ↑ PC Gaming Surround Sound Round-up
  30. ↑ [GTA|NFS|MP|OTHER] Widescreen Fixes Pack - GTA Forums
  31. ↑ Gaming - SoundBlaster.com (retrieved)
  32. ↑ Language loader - GTAForums
  33. ↑ SA-MP 0.3.8 version cancelled - SA-MP Forums
  34. ↑ SilentPatch - Page 85 - GTA Forums
  35. ↑ SilentPatch - Page 86 - GTA Forums
  36. ↑ Problems Launching German Steam Version of San Andreas on Mac – Rockstar Support
  37. ↑ Need Help on Alley Oop Driving School - iGrandTheftAuto.com Forums
  38. ↑ Сборки CLEO-скриптов для GTA III, VC, SA (Page 5) / Модификации / SannyBuilder.com Forums
  39. ↑ 39.0 39.1 Do not play GTA SA with high FPS! - | MixMods | - Mods to GTA San Andreas and other
  40. ↑ SilentPatch - Page 149 - GTAForums
  41. ↑ San Andreas Versions - GTAModding
  42. ↑ GTA San Andreas - Crash with Radio EQ option enabled · DSOAL
  43. ↑ From the Readme, about the frame limiter:
    This option allows the game to go faster than 30 [sic] frames per second. Be warned that this will not magically make GRAND THEFT AUTO: San Andreas run better, but rather may make your experience "more variable". We do not recommend unlocking the frame rate. If you have a fast machine, it is far preferable to increase resolution, detail options, anti-aliasing, etc. rather than trying to achieve a higher frame rate by un-locking the Frame Limiter. This will lead to a more variable gameplay experience.
  44. ↑ https://github.com/GTAmodding/FramerateVigilante
  45. ↑ https://gtaforums.com/topic/927971-framerate-vigilante-finding-and-fixing-framerate-related-issues/
  46. ↑ https://forum.dobreprogramy.pl/t/myszka-nie-dziala-w-gta-san-andreas/177358/20?u=deton24
  47. ↑ GTA San Andreas black screen during intro - Steam Users' Forums (retrieved)
  48. ↑ ESSENTIAL PATCH (Silent Patch) :: Steam Community Discussions
  49. ↑ 49.0 49.1 SilentPatch - Page 141 - GTAForums
  50. ↑ SilentPatch - Page 173 - GTAForums
  51. ↑ GTA SA - Alternative Cheats - Feat. Badger Goodger - last accessed on 2022-03-28
  52. ↑ GTA:SA Speedrun Ruined by WASD Cheat (Joshimuz) - last accessed on 2022-03-28
  53. ↑ 53.0 53.1 SilentPatch - Page 148 - GTAForums
  54. ↑ Fix for some of the audio problems in GTA:SA - GTAForums
  55. ↑ NEW Fix for Sound Problems - GTA Forums
  56. ↑ "A required security module cannot be activated" in San Andreas – Rockstar Support
  57. ↑ SilentPatch - Page 99 - GTAForums
  58. ↑ SilentPatch - Page 12 - GTAForums
  59. ↑ Verified by User:Amethystviper on 2022-10-13
    Tried the wndmode.ini method on Windows 10 while using SilentPatch, which broke SiletPatch's moon phases fix. Only by using ThirteenAG's Windowed Mode plug-in that I was able to play the game in Windowed mode while retaining the moon phases fix from SilehtPatch.
  60. ↑ SilentPatch - Page 155 - GTAForums - last accessed on 2016-07-28
  61. ↑ Fix for missing diffuse lighting in GTA SA - Steam Users' Forums (retrieved)
  62. ↑ GTA SA PS2 Graphics on PC? - GTA Forums
  63. ↑ Time cycle - GTAModding