Difference between revisions of "Grand Theft Auto: Vice City"
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{{ii}} Steam version is currently the easiest method of obtaining the most updated version, but needs to be [http://forums.steampowered.com/forums/showpost.php?p=34459199&postcount=186 downgraded] in order to be ''seriously'' modded. | {{ii}} Steam version is currently the easiest method of obtaining the most updated version, but needs to be [http://forums.steampowered.com/forums/showpost.php?p=34459199&postcount=186 downgraded] in order to be ''seriously'' modded. | ||
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==Game data== | ==Game data== | ||
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{{Game data/row|Windows|{{p|userprofile}}\Documents\GTA Vice City User Files\}} | {{Game data/row|Windows|{{p|userprofile}}\Documents\GTA Vice City User Files\}} | ||
− | {{Game data/row|OS X|~ | + | {{Game data/row|OS X|~/Library/Application Support/Grand Theft Auto Vice City/p_drive/Documents/GTA Vice City User Files/}} |
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{{--}} Save files are '''NOT''' cross-compatible between Windows and OS X | {{--}} Save files are '''NOT''' cross-compatible between Windows and OS X | ||
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===[[Glossary:Borderless fullscreen windowed|Windowed]]=== | ===[[Glossary:Borderless fullscreen windowed|Windowed]]=== | ||
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− | {{Fixbox/fix| | + | {{Fixbox/fix|Launch the game with "-window", "-w", or "-windowed" [[Glossary:Command line arguments|parameter]]|link=false}} |
{{ii}} This method only seems to work for a select, and lucky few people. | {{ii}} This method only seems to work for a select, and lucky few people. | ||
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|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 = {{--}} Vertical mouse sensitivity is [[#Y-axis modifier|nearly]] unchangeable |
|controller support = hackable | |controller support = hackable | ||
|controller support notes = [http://www.gtaforums.com/index.php?showtopic=562765 GInput] required | |controller support notes = [http://www.gtaforums.com/index.php?showtopic=562765 GInput] required | ||
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|touchscreen notes = | |touchscreen notes = | ||
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===Y-axis modifier=== | ===Y-axis modifier=== | ||
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− | {{Fixbox/fix|Refresh method}} | + | {{Fixbox/fix|Refresh method|ref=<ref name=f2/>}} |
# Alt-Tab out of the game | # Alt-Tab out of the game | ||
# Right Click anywhere on the desktop and select refresh | # Right Click anywhere on the desktop and select refresh | ||
− | {{ii}} This method doesn't always work because the game automatically pauses which opens the menu where the mouse already functions. | + | {{ii}} This method doesn't always work because the game automatically pauses which opens the menu where the mouse already functions. |
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{{Fixbox/fix|Delete .set file}} | {{Fixbox/fix|Delete .set file}} | ||
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# Navigate to the folder containing the game's [[#Game save location|save files]] | # Navigate to the folder containing the game's [[#Game save location|save files]] | ||
# Locate and delete "gta_vc.set" | # Locate and delete "gta_vc.set" | ||
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{{Fixbox/fix|Delete .set file|ref=<ref name=f1/>}} | {{Fixbox/fix|Delete .set file|ref=<ref name=f1/>}} | ||
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# Navigate to the folder containing the game's [[#Game save location|save files]] | # Navigate to the folder containing the game's [[#Game save location|save files]] | ||
# Locate and delete "gta_vc.set" | # Locate and delete "gta_vc.set" | ||
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{{Fixbox/fix|Install the [[#Widescreen UI and FOV fix|Widescreen UI and FOV fix]]|link=false}} | {{Fixbox/fix|Install the [[#Widescreen UI and FOV fix|Widescreen UI and FOV fix]]|link=false}} | ||
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+ | ==Other information== | ||
+ | ===Modding=== | ||
+ | ====Frequently used plugins==== | ||
+ | * [http://cleo.li/ CLEO] - Popular script extender used by lots of sophisticated mods. Not compatible with the Steam version | ||
+ | * [http://www.x-squares.com/Download.aspx?id=87 IMG Manager V2.0] - Beta version of the most bug-free .img files manager | ||
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+ | ====Featured mods==== | ||
+ | * [http://gtaforums.com/topic/707873-relvc-fixed-idle-animations/ Fixed idle animations] | ||
+ | * [http://gtaforums.com/topic/669045-reliiivcasi-silentpatch/ SilentPatch] - Fix much of the bug created by the PC porting | ||
==System requirements== | ==System requirements== | ||
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|OSfamily = Windows | |OSfamily = Windows | ||
|minOS = 98, ME, 2000, XP | |minOS = 98, ME, 2000, XP | ||
− | |minCPU = 800 MHz Intel Pentium III | + | |minCPU = 800 MHz AMD Athlon or 1.2 GHz AMD Duron |
+ | |minCPU2 = 800 MHz Intel Pentium III or 1.2GHz Intel Celeron | ||
|minmem = 128 MB | |minmem = 128 MB | ||
|minHD = 915 MB | |minHD = 915 MB | ||
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|minVRAM = 32 MB | |minVRAM = 32 MB | ||
− | |recCPU = Intel Pentium IV | + | |recCPU = AMD Athlon XP |
+ | |recCPU2 = Intel Pentium IV | ||
|recmem = 256 MB | |recmem = 256 MB | ||
|recHD = 1.5 GB | |recHD = 1.5 GB | ||
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|minmem = 1 GB | |minmem = 1 GB | ||
|minHD = 1.7 GB | |minHD = 1.7 GB | ||
− | |minGPU = | + | |minGPU = ATI X1600 |
+ | |minGPU2 = NVIDIA 7300GT | ||
+ | |minGPU3 = Intel X3100 integrated graphics chip | ||
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{{References}} | {{References}} |
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Developers | |
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Rockstar North | |
Publishers | |
Rockstar Games | |
Japan | Capcom |
Engines | |
RenderWare | |
Release dates | |
Windows | May 1, 2003 |
macOS (OS X) | November 12, 2010 |
Warnings
- The macOS (OS X) version of this game does not work on macOS Catalina (version 10.15) or later due to the removal of support for 32-bit-only apps.
Key points
- Ability to import your music for your own custom radio station[1]
- There are many issues and it is very likely to encounter at least one[2][3]
- Virtually no support on the Rockstar page of this game[4]
General information
- Official game site
- GTAForums - Grand Theft Auto: Vice City Discussion
- Grand Theft Auto Wiki
- GTA Network - A huge network of fansites all dedicated to the Grand Theft Auto series
- GTA Garage Mod Database
- Steam Community Discussions
- Steam Users' Forums for game series
Availability
- Steam version is currently the easiest method of obtaining the most updated version, but needs to be downgraded in order to be seriously modded.
Game data
Configuration file(s) location
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System | Location |
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Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/12110/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game data location
- Steam edition uses an altered saves format than the retail one. They can be converted though
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System | Location |
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Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/12110/pfx/[Note 1] |
- Save files are NOT cross-compatible between Windows and OS X
- If Windows 98 / Windows Me compatibility mode is set saves are stored in
%PUBLIC%\Documents\GTA Vice City User Files
Video settings
Widescreen resolution
- In the graphics settings there's an option that can be toggled on or off. This however basically stretch and unstretch still a 4:3 resolution
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Windowed
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Input settings
Y-axis modifier
- This will allow the user to modify the y-axis sensitivity.
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Audio settings
Network
Multiplayer types
Type | Native | Notes | |
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LAN play | |||
Online play | Use Vice City Multiplayer. |
Connection types
Type | Native | Notes |
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Dedicated | Use Vice City Multiplayer. | |
Self-hosting | Use Vice City Multiplayer. | |
Direct IP |
Issues fixed
Any of the following problems, refer to a single common fixbox.
If you have
- Broken cutscenes (When a cut scene starts, the game seems to be frozen.)
- It is noticeable upon starting a new game, when a black screen appears with the writing "Marco's Bistro, Liberty City, 1986".
- Random crash when changing resolution
- Cars that reverse extremely slowly and/or stop quickly after releasing the accelerator
- Inhuman difficulties while performing boat missions (such as "Stunt Boat Challenge")
- Boats that accelerate and move slower than they should be (like cars issue above)
- Game that runs almost comically quickly[2]
- Pedestrians seem to be "running" and cars move on and off screen extremely fast.
- Textures & models "pop in" too slowly[2]
- Certain models such as bridges or stairs take a few seconds to "pop in" even if the character is standing near to or next to the model.
- In the mission "The Driver", a character may fall through the a bridge.
- Vice City with almost no cars or pedestrians on the streets and seems a ghost-town.
THEN
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Mouse clicks do not register
- Moving the mouse has no effect outside of the menus or clicks do not register at all outside (and/or inside) of the menus.[5]
- Try the fixes under timing-related issues first.
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Game crashes after intro movie or fails to start entirely
- Nothing occurs, other than a possible quick flicker, when attempting to run the game (gta-vc.exe)
- The game starts, however it crashes directly after the intro move with the error "gta-vc.exe has encountered a problem and needs to close."
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Camera locks after a unique jump is performed
- The camera locks in slow-motion and does not release the view.
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Crosshair inaccuracy
- When playing on a higher and wider resolution, the onscreen crosshair is not accurate.
- The real aim is slightly above and to the right of the displayed crosshairs.
- The latest steam version[6] places the crosshair in the correct location on the screen.
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Other information
Modding
Frequently used plugins
- CLEO - Popular script extender used by lots of sophisticated mods. Not compatible with the Steam version
- IMG Manager V2.0 - Beta version of the most bug-free .img files manager
Featured mods
- Fixed idle animations
- SilentPatch - Fix much of the bug created by the PC porting
System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | 98, ME, 2000, XP | |
Processor (CPU) | 800 MHz AMD Athlon or 1.2 GHz AMD Duron 800 MHz Intel Pentium III or 1.2GHz Intel Celeron |
AMD Athlon XP Intel Pentium IV |
System memory (RAM) | ||
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 915 MB | 1.5 GB |
Video card (GPU) | 32 MB of VRAM DirectX 9.0c compatible | 64 MB of VRAM DirectX 9.0c compatible |
macOS (OS X) | ||
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Minimum | ||
Operating system (OS) | 10.6.8 (Snow Leopard) or newer | |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Core 2 Duo Processor or better | |
System memory (RAM) | ||
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 1.7 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | ATI X1600 NVIDIA 7300GT Intel X3100 integrated graphics chip |
Notes
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Notes regarding Steam Play (Linux) data:
- File/folder structure within this directory reflects the path(s) listed for Windows and/or Steam game data.
- Use Wine's registry editor to access any Windows registry paths.
- The app ID (12110) may differ in some cases.
- Treat backslashes as forward slashes.
- See the glossary page for details on Windows data paths.
References
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