Difference between revisions of "Grand Theft Auto: Vice City"
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'''Key points''' | '''Key points''' | ||
{{++}} Ability to import your music for your own custom radio station<ref>[http://gta.wikia.com/Custom_Radio_Stations Custom Radio Stations in GTA Games]</ref> | {{++}} Ability to import your music for your own custom radio station<ref>[http://gta.wikia.com/Custom_Radio_Stations Custom Radio Stations in GTA Games]</ref> | ||
| − | {{ii}} There are many [[#Issues fixed|issues]] and it is very likely to encounter at least one<ref name=f1>[http://www.gtaforums.com/index.php?showtopic=294498 "Vice City on Windows Vista & Windows 7"]</ref><ref name=f2>[http://www.gtaforums.com/index.php?showtopic=188753 "Bug List with Solutions (PC, PS2 & Xbox)"]</ref> | + | {{ii}} There are many [[#Issues fixed|issues]] and it is very likely to encounter at least one<ref name=f1>[http://www.gtaforums.com/index.php?showtopic=294498 "Vice City on Windows Vista & Windows 7"]</ref><ref name=f2>[http://www.gtaforums.com/index.php?showtopic=188753 "Bug List with Solutions (PC, PS2 & Xbox)"]</ref>. [[#SilentPatch|SilentPatch]] is imperative. |
| + | {{--}} Widescreen resolutions can be ''used'', but with an [[#Widescreen resolution|extremely poor extent]] | ||
| + | {{--}} Exceeding 30 FPS introduces gameplay and physics [[#Timing-related issues|issues]] | ||
{{--}} Virtually no support on the Rockstar page of this game<ref>[http://www.rockstargames.com/grandtheftautovicecity/pc/index.htm Rockstar Games: Grand Theft Auto Vice City for PC]</ref> | {{--}} Virtually no support on the Rockstar page of this game<ref>[http://www.rockstargames.com/grandtheftautovicecity/pc/index.htm Rockstar Games: Grand Theft Auto Vice City for PC]</ref> | ||
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|4k ultra hd wsgf award = incomplete | |4k ultra hd wsgf award = incomplete | ||
|widescreen resolution = true | |widescreen resolution = true | ||
| − | |widescreen resolution notes= | + | |widescreen resolution notes= Stretched HUD. See [[#Widescreen resolution|Widescreen resolution]] |
|multimonitor = hackable | |multimonitor = hackable | ||
| − | |multimonitor notes = | + | |multimonitor notes = See [[#Widescreen resolution|Widescreen resolution]].<br />If mouse cursor behave improperly, check [[MouseJail]] |
|ultrawidescreen = unknown | |ultrawidescreen = unknown | ||
|ultrawidescreen notes = | |ultrawidescreen notes = | ||
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|4k ultra hd notes = | |4k ultra hd notes = | ||
|fov = hackable | |fov = hackable | ||
| − | |fov notes = Customizable inside [ | + | |fov notes = Customizable inside [[#Widescreen resolution|widescreen fix]] |
|windowed = hackable | |windowed = hackable | ||
|windowed notes = See [[#Windowed|Windowed]]. | |windowed notes = See [[#Windowed|Windowed]]. | ||
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|antialiasing notes = | |antialiasing notes = | ||
|vsync = hackable | |vsync = hackable | ||
| − | |vsync notes = See [[Glossary:Vertical sync (Vsync)#Force Vsync|force Vsync]]. | + | |vsync notes = See [[Glossary:Vertical sync (Vsync)#Force Vsync|force Vsync]].{{CN|with SA frame limiter ''also'' enable v-sync. if you have a monitor that easily present tearing test if this is the case with VC too}} |
|high frame rate = false | |high frame rate = false | ||
|high frame rate notes = Exceeding 30 FPS cap introduces lots of physical and technical issues | |high frame rate notes = Exceeding 30 FPS cap introduces lots of physical and technical issues | ||
|color blind = unknown | |color blind = unknown | ||
|color blind notes = | |color blind notes = | ||
| + | }} | ||
| + | |||
| + | ===[[Glossary:Widescreen resolution|Widescreen resolution]]=== | ||
| + | {{ii}} In-game wide screen option allows to retain proper aspect ratio. Otherwise picture is stretched. | ||
| + | {{--}} Yet not only wide screen option cuts part of the image (Vert-), it does also [[#Inaccurate aiming|misalign aiming]]. | ||
| + | {{Fixbox|1= | ||
| + | {{Fixbox/fix|''Accurate'' widescreen implementation}} | ||
| + | # Download [https://thirteenag.github.io/widescreen_fixes_pack#gtavc ThirteenAG's fix]. | ||
| + | # Extract <code>GTAVC_widescreen_fix</code> folder contents in {{p|game}} | ||
| + | '''Notes''' | ||
| + | {{++}} Field of view can be controlled inside <code>GTAVC_widescreen_fix.ini</code> | ||
}} | }} | ||
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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 = Vertical mouse sensitivity is hardcoded. <br />Mods allow to [[#Y-axis | + | |invert mouse y-axis notes = Vertical mouse sensitivity is hardcoded. <br />Mods allow to [[#Y-axis sensitivity fix|bind it to X-axis]] sensitivity or to [[#Y-axis sensitivity modifier|adjust it altogether]] |
|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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}} | }} | ||
| − | ===Y-axis | + | ===Y-axis sensitivity fix=== |
{{Fixbox|1= | {{Fixbox|1= | ||
| − | {{Fixbox/fix|Y-axis | + | {{Fixbox/fix|Bind Y-axis to X-axis sensitivity}} |
# [https://github.com/ThirteenAG/Y-Axis_Sensitivity_Fix_gta3vcsa/releases/tag/v1.0 Download] the y-axis mouse sensitivity fix. | # [https://github.com/ThirteenAG/Y-Axis_Sensitivity_Fix_gta3vcsa/releases/tag/v1.0 Download] the y-axis mouse sensitivity fix. | ||
# Move <code>Y-Axis_Sensitivity_Fix_gta3vcsa.asi</code> to GTA Vice City's root folder. | # Move <code>Y-Axis_Sensitivity_Fix_gta3vcsa.asi</code> to GTA Vice City's root folder. | ||
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}} | }} | ||
| − | ===Y-axis modifier=== | + | ===Y-axis sensitivity modifier=== |
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{{Fixbox|1= | {{Fixbox|1= | ||
| − | {{Fixbox/fix|Y-axis | + | {{Fixbox/fix|Independently adjust Y-axis speed}} |
# [https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B4lfqq0DpUo-NFBISXpfbGc3a1U/edit Download] the y-axis mouse sensitivity fix. | # [https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B4lfqq0DpUo-NFBISXpfbGc3a1U/edit Download] the y-axis mouse sensitivity fix. | ||
# Extract the contents of archive to a continent location. | # Extract the contents of archive to a continent location. | ||
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|eax support = true | |eax support = true | ||
|eax support notes = Up to EAX 3. | |eax support notes = Up to EAX 3. | ||
| + | }} | ||
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| + | {{L10n|content= | ||
| + | {{L10n/switch | ||
| + | |language = English | ||
| + | |interface = true | ||
| + | |audio = true | ||
| + | |subtitles = true | ||
| + | |notes = | ||
| + | }} | ||
| + | {{L10n/switch | ||
| + | |language = French | ||
| + | |interface = true | ||
| + | |audio = false | ||
| + | |subtitles = true | ||
| + | |notes = | ||
| + | }} | ||
| + | {{L10n/switch | ||
| + | |language = German | ||
| + | |interface = true | ||
| + | |audio = false | ||
| + | |subtitles = true | ||
| + | |notes = | ||
| + | }} | ||
| + | {{L10n/switch | ||
| + | |language = Italian | ||
| + | |interface = true | ||
| + | |audio = false | ||
| + | |subtitles = true | ||
| + | |notes = | ||
| + | }} | ||
| + | {{L10n/switch | ||
| + | |language = Spanish | ||
| + | |interface = true | ||
| + | |audio = false | ||
| + | |subtitles = true | ||
| + | |notes = | ||
| + | }} | ||
}} | }} | ||
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<big><big>'''''THEN'''''</big></big> | <big><big>'''''THEN'''''</big></big> | ||
{{Fixbox|1= | {{Fixbox|1= | ||
| − | {{Fixbox/fix| | + | {{Fixbox/fix|Turn on in-game frame limiter}} |
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{{--}}Game is limited to 30FPS. | {{--}}Game is limited to 30FPS. | ||
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}} | }} | ||
{{Fixbox|1= | {{Fixbox|1= | ||
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===Crosshair inaccuracy=== | ===Crosshair inaccuracy=== | ||
| − | {{ | + | {{--}} Playing wide screen places the real aim slightly above and to the right of the displayed crosshairs. |
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{{Fixbox|1= | {{Fixbox|1= | ||
| − | + | {{Fixbox/fix|Install the [[#Widescreen fix|Widescreen resolution]]}} | |
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| − | {{Fixbox/fix|Install the [[#Widescreen | ||
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====Featured mods==== | ====Featured mods==== | ||
| + | * [http://gtaforums.com/topic/254132-rel09-beta-gtafps/ GTA:FPS] - Play the game in first person | ||
* [http://gtaforums.com/topic/707873-relvc-fixed-idle-animations/ Fixed idle animations] | * [http://gtaforums.com/topic/707873-relvc-fixed-idle-animations/ Fixed idle animations] | ||
| − | * [http://gtaforums.com/topic/ | + | * [http://gtaforums.com/topic/754940-relvc-map-fixes-improvements/ Map Fixes & Improvements] |
| + | * [http://gtaforums.com/topic/518046-relvc-vice-cry-18/ Vice Cry 1.8] - Major graphics overhaul for the game | ||
| + | * [http://www.gtagarage.com/mods/show.php?id=25545 Vice City Beta Audios] - Restore original beta and unused dialogs (English-only, old savegames won't work) | ||
| + | |||
| + | ====Total conversions==== | ||
| + | * [http://gtaforums.com/forum/333-gta-lc/ Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City] - Port GTA III maps to VC | ||
| + | * [http://gtaforums.com/topic/704426-relvc-grand-theft-auto-stories/ Grand Theft Auto: Stories] - Port both Vice City Stories and Libery City Stories to PC | ||
| + | * [http://gtaforums.com/forum/265-gta-state-of-liberty/ GTA: State of Liberty] - Attempt to port every GTA III era game map to VC | ||
==System requirements== | ==System requirements== | ||
Revision as of 18:14, 27 December 2014
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| Cover image missing, please upload it | |
| Developers | |
|---|---|
| Rockstar North | |
| Publishers | |
| Rockstar Games | |
| Japan | Capcom |
| Engines | |
| RenderWare | |
| Release dates | |
| Windows | May 1, 2003 |
| macOS (OS X) | November 12, 2010 |
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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]. SilentPatch is imperative.
- Widescreen resolutions can be used, but with an extremely poor extent
- Exceeding 30 FPS introduces gameplay and physics issues
- 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
| Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steam | |
Steam version needs to be downgraded in order to be seriously modded. | |
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| Retail | |
DRM: Disc check + CD key required | |
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Version differences
- Some radio songs have been removed for new Steam buyers; Steam version purchases made before December 2012 still include these songs.[5]
Essential improvements
Skip intro videos
| Instructions |
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SilentPatch
- Fixes numerous bugs and oversights introduced in the PC version
| Instructions |
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Game data
Configuration file(s) location
Template:Game data/rowTemplate:Game data/row
| System | Location |
|---|---|
| Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/12110/pfx/[Note 1] |
- Configuration file is encrypted
Save game data location
- Steam edition uses an altered saves format than the retail one. They can be converted though
Template:Game data/rowTemplate:Game data/row
| System | Location |
|---|---|
| Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/12110/pfx/[Note 1] |
- Save files are NOT cross-compatible between Windows and OS X
- If using Windows 98 / Windows Me compatibility mode save files are stored in
%PUBLIC%\Documents\GTA Vice City User Files\
Save game cloud syncing
| System | Native | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Steam Cloud |
Video settings
Widescreen resolution
- In-game wide screen option allows to retain proper aspect ratio. Otherwise picture is stretched.
- Yet not only wide screen option cuts part of the image (Vert-), it does also misalign aiming.
| Instructions |
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Windowed
| Instructions |
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| Instructions |
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| Instructions |
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Input settings
Y-axis sensitivity fix
| Instructions |
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Y-axis sensitivity modifier
| Instructions |
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Audio settings
Localizations
| Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| English | ||||
| French | ||||
| German | ||||
| Italian | ||||
| Spanish |
Network
Multiplayer types
| Type | Native | Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|
| LAN play | Use Vice City Multiplayer. | ||
| Online play | Use Vice City Multiplayer. | ||
Connection types
| Type | Native | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 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 frozen[6])
- 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
| Instructions |
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| Instructions |
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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."
| Instructions |
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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.[7]
- Try the fixes under timing-related issues first.
| Instructions |
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| Instructions |
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| Instructions |
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| Instructions |
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Camera locks after a unique jump is performed
- The camera locks in slow-motion and does not release the view.
| Instructions |
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Crosshair inaccuracy
- Playing wide screen places the real aim slightly above and to the right of the displayed crosshairs.
| Instructions |
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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
- GTA:FPS - Play the game in first person
- Fixed idle animations
- Map Fixes & Improvements
- Vice Cry 1.8 - Major graphics overhaul for the game
- Vice City Beta Audios - Restore original beta and unused dialogs (English-only, old savegames won't work)
Total conversions
- Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City - Port GTA III maps to VC
- Grand Theft Auto: Stories - Port both Vice City Stories and Libery City Stories to PC
- GTA: State of Liberty - Attempt to port every GTA III era game map to VC
System requirements
| Windows | ||
|---|---|---|
| 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) | 128 MB | 256 MB |
| 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) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Minimum | ||
| Operating system (OS) | 10.6.8 (Snow Leopard) or newer | |
| Processor (CPU) | Intel Core 2 Duo Processor or better | |
| System memory (RAM) | 1 GB | |
| Hard disk drive (HDD) | 1.7 GB | |
| Video card (GPU) | ATI X1600 NVIDIA 7300GT Intel X3100 integrated graphics chip |
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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
- ↑ Custom Radio Stations in GTA Games
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 "Vice City on Windows Vista & Windows 7"
- ↑ "Bug List with Solutions (PC, PS2 & Xbox)"
- ↑ Rockstar Games: Grand Theft Auto Vice City for PC
- ↑ Vice City now back on Steam | RockstarNexus
- ↑ [REL]Multi-sampling FIX - GTA Forums
- ↑ GTA Vice City + Windows 7 - Mouse does not work - Dedoimedo