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|release history = The PC version allows to import music files for playback in a [[#Custom music|custom radio station]]. Rockstar Games has removed some music tracks from the game due to expired licenses. Same with [[Grand Theft Auto: Episodes from Liberty City]]. See [[#Restore removed music|Restore removed music]] | |release history = The PC version allows to import music files for playback in a [[#Custom music|custom radio station]]. Rockstar Games has removed some music tracks from the game due to expired licenses. Same with [[Grand Theft Auto: Episodes from Liberty City]]. See [[#Restore removed music|Restore removed music]] | ||
− | |current state = Emissive shaders are known to be broken in the PC release, when compared to both Playstation 3 and Xbox 360.<ref name="brokenshaders1">{{Refcheck|user=Bowi|date=2023-01-16|comment=I launched 1.2.0.43 and the Jizzy Jims building is still bugged.}}</ref><ref name="brokenshaders2">{{Refurl|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qRSGyFWICKA&t=126s|title=YouTube video comparison (2:06)|date=2023-01-16}}</ref> See [[#FusionFix|FusionFix]] for partial fixes | + | |current state = Emissive shaders are known to be broken in the PC release, when compared to both Playstation 3 and Xbox 360.<ref name="brokenshaders1">{{Refcheck|user=Bowi|date=2023-01-16|comment=I launched 1.2.0.43 and the Jizzy Jims building is still bugged.}}</ref><ref name="brokenshaders2">{{Refurl|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qRSGyFWICKA&t=126s|title=YouTube video comparison (2:06)|date=2023-01-16}}</ref> See [[#FusionFix|FusionFix]] for partial fixes. |
It is also notorious for poor performance (especially on maxed out settings) and frame-pacing issues, even on high-end systems<ref>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HZ48QRa4U0U&t=156s</ref>. [https://www.pcgamingwiki.com/wiki/Topic:Xb4ov9qlt2htfylx Lowering settings] and/or [[#DXVK|DXVK]] are strongly advised. | It is also notorious for poor performance (especially on maxed out settings) and frame-pacing issues, even on high-end systems<ref>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HZ48QRa4U0U&t=156s</ref>. [https://www.pcgamingwiki.com/wiki/Topic:Xb4ov9qlt2htfylx Lowering settings] and/or [[#DXVK|DXVK]] are strongly advised. | ||
+ | The game has an extensive [[#Modifications|modding community]], but unlike [[Series:Grand Theft Auto|other titles in the series]], where one version is generally preferred for modding, GTA IV's modding community has been split since the release of [[Grand Theft Auto: Episodes from Liberty City|Episodes from Liberty City]], with the March 2020 update worsening it. See [[#Patches|Patches]] for more detail. | ||
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==Essential improvements== | ==Essential improvements== | ||
===Patches=== | ===Patches=== | ||
− | {{ii}} The latest Steam/Rockstar Games Launcher version | + | {{ii}} The latest Steam/Rockstar Games Launcher version does have some mod support, especially when using [https://www.lcpdfr.com/downloads/gta4mods/g17media/26726-compatibility-patch-for-gta-iv-complete-edition/ CE hook]. However, because it replaced [Games for Windows - LIVE] with [Store:Rockstar Games Launcher|Rockstar Games Launcher], multiplayer has been removed as a consequence. Therefore, users must [[#Downgrading|downgrade]] to patch 1.0.8.0 or below to play on multiplayer servers. |
− | {{ii}} Patch 1.0.4.0 is recommended for ENB visual mods, 1.0.7.0 for overall mod compatibility and patch 1.0.8.0 | + | {{ii}} Patch 1.0.4.0 is recommended for ENB visual mods and for higher performance, 1.0.7.0 for overall mod compatibility and patch 1.0.8.0 has the most stable performance but there's a rare issue/bug which makes patch 1.0.8.0 run way worse compared to other patches. |
− | {{ii}} Patch 1.0.7.0 and 1.0.8.0 restores multiplayer which is still available to play. Patch 1.0.4.0 also supports multiplayer with [ | + | {{ii}} Patch 1.0.7.0 and 1.0.8.0 restores multiplayer which is still available to play. Patch 1.0.4.0 also supports multiplayer with [[#ZolikaPatch|ZolikaPatch]]. |
− | {{ii}} Patch 1.0.4.0 | + | {{ii}} Patch 1.0.4.0 does not have EFLC support so you can only play the original game but not the DLC's. |
{{ii}} Patches after Patch 1.0.8.0 were released only for the game's digital versions. Although the first numbered upgrade was referred as "1.20", subsequent versions of the game adopted a "1.2.x.x" model. | {{ii}} Patches after Patch 1.0.8.0 were released only for the game's digital versions. Although the first numbered upgrade was referred as "1.20", subsequent versions of the game adopted a "1.2.x.x" model. | ||
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===Skip intro videos=== | ===Skip intro videos=== | ||
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|4k ultra hd notes = | |4k ultra hd notes = | ||
|fov = hackable | |fov = hackable | ||
− | |fov notes = [https://gtaforums.com/topic/896795-1080-zolika1351s-trainermod-menu-rewritten Zolika1351's Trainer] can be used to set a constant FOV or add a multiplier to the game's FOV. [https://gtaforums.com/topic/783103-reliv-ultimate-camera-control-20 Ultimate Camera Control] can be used to add a photo mode with adjustable FOV, but it does not allow adjustment of in-game FOV. | + | |fov notes = [https://gtaforums.com/topic/896795-1080-zolika1351s-trainermod-menu-rewritten Zolika1351's Trainer] or [https://gtaforums.com/topic/991160-liberty-tweaks/ Liberty Tweaks] can be used to set a constant FOV or add a multiplier to the game's FOV. [https://gtaforums.com/topic/783103-reliv-ultimate-camera-control-20 Ultimate Camera Control] can be used to add a photo mode with adjustable FOV, but it does not allow adjustment of in-game FOV. |
|windowed = hackable | |windowed = hackable | ||
|windowed notes = Run the game with <code>-windowed</code> [[#Launch Options|parameter]]. | |windowed notes = Run the game with <code>-windowed</code> [[#Launch Options|parameter]]. | ||
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* <code>-fullspecaudio</code>: forces higher quality audio (default). | * <code>-fullspecaudio</code>: forces higher quality audio (default). | ||
* <code>-minspecaudio</code>: forces lower quality audio, good for lower-end CPUs (removes some extra audio details, not reducing the audio's definition. reduces CPU load). | * <code>-minspecaudio</code>: forces lower quality audio, good for lower-end CPUs (removes some extra audio details, not reducing the audio's definition. reduces CPU load). | ||
− | {{ii}} [https:// | + | {{ii}} [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/1363-dsoal/ DSOAL] for using as alternative DirectSound wrapper (with or without HRTF). Works on the Rockstar Games Launcher version and on Windows 10 builds prior to 1809. |
{{ii}} The game uses DirectSound<ref name=satsun/>, that can be handled by Creative Alchemy (set duration to 10).<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://gtaforums.com/topic/393357-creative-alchemy/#comment-1058901876|title=Creative Alchemy - GTAForums|date=May 2023}}</ref> Run {{file|LaunchGTAIV.exe}} as administrator to avoid crashes (unneeded in the Rockstar Launcher version). | {{ii}} The game uses DirectSound<ref name=satsun/>, that can be handled by Creative Alchemy (set duration to 10).<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://gtaforums.com/topic/393357-creative-alchemy/#comment-1058901876|title=Creative Alchemy - GTAForums|date=May 2023}}</ref> Run {{file|LaunchGTAIV.exe}} as administrator to avoid crashes (unneeded in the Rockstar Launcher version). | ||
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{{Fixbox|description=Apply [https://github.com/Crspy/IV-RecoilFix/releases Bullet Spread/Recoil Fix] script|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://gtaforums.com/topic/356452-archived-requests-need-ideas/page/264/?tab=comments#comment-1065277851|title=Archived Requests, need ideas? - GTAForums|date=May 2023}}</ref>|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Apply [https://github.com/Crspy/IV-RecoilFix/releases Bullet Spread/Recoil Fix] script|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://gtaforums.com/topic/356452-archived-requests-need-ideas/page/264/?tab=comments#comment-1065277851|title=Archived Requests, need ideas? - GTAForums|date=May 2023}}</ref>|fix= | ||
− | {{ii}} Requires an [[# | + | {{ii}} Requires an [[#Ultimate_ASI_Loader|ASI Loader]]. |
{{ii}} Not recommended to use in Multiplayer. | {{ii}} Not recommended to use in Multiplayer. | ||
{{--}} Never got updated for the Complete Edition, likely incompatible. | {{--}} Never got updated for the Complete Edition, likely incompatible. | ||
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===Downgrading=== | ===Downgrading=== | ||
− | {{ii}} | + | {{ii}} While some mods may work on the game's latest version (1.2.0.59), thanks to [https://www.lcpdfr.com/downloads/gta4mods/g17media/26726-compatibility-patch-for-gta-iv-complete-edition/ CE hook] and [[#FusionFix|FusionFix]], other mods like [[#ENBSeries_graphic_modifications|ENBSeries graphical mods]] and those from [https://zolika1351.pages.dev/games/gtaiv Zolika1351] do not, therefore downgrading is recommended. |
− | {{ | + | {{ii}} The most recommended versions for modding are 1.0.4.0, 1.0.7.0 or 1.0.8.0. |
− | + | {{Fixbox|description=Use ItsClonkAndre's [https://gtaforums.com/topic/976691-gta-iv-downgrader downgrade tool] to downgrade your GTA IV copy|fix= | |
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{{ii}} Make sure to use a clean Steam/Rockstar Games Launcher version of the game before you start to downgrade your game with this method. | {{ii}} Make sure to use a clean Steam/Rockstar Games Launcher version of the game before you start to downgrade your game with this method. | ||
− | {{++}} Can keep DLCs in one game, Steam achievements and the 3 EFLC-exclusive radio stations if you | + | {{++}} Very easy to use. |
+ | {{++}} Also comes with a radio downgrader and essential mods with multiple options. | ||
+ | {{++}} Can keep DLCs in one game, Steam achievements and the 3 EFLC-exclusive radio stations if you downgrade to patch 1.0.7.0 or 1.0.8.0. | ||
{{++}} Works with GFWL (delete xlive.dll from the game folder and XlivelessAddon.asi from the plugins folder and get the [https://gtaforums.com/topic/937674-iv-gfwl-protection-disabler GFWL code protection disabler] to enable GFWL) and multiplayer clients. | {{++}} Works with GFWL (delete xlive.dll from the game folder and XlivelessAddon.asi from the plugins folder and get the [https://gtaforums.com/topic/937674-iv-gfwl-protection-disabler GFWL code protection disabler] to enable GFWL) and multiplayer clients. | ||
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{{--}} Downgrading to patch 1.0.4.0 removes DLC support. | {{--}} Downgrading to patch 1.0.4.0 removes DLC support. | ||
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'''Notes''' | '''Notes''' | ||
{{ii}} An older Script Hook version is needed for modding on Version 1.0.4.0, found [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/1160-scripthook-1040 here]. | {{ii}} An older Script Hook version is needed for modding on Version 1.0.4.0, found [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/1160-scripthook-1040 here]. | ||
− | {{ii}} Patch 1.0.7.0 and 1.0.8.0 haves | + | {{ii}} Patch 1.0.7.0 and 1.0.8.0 haves DLC support, many bug fixes, secondary key-bindings and more, but also with worse performance. |
{{ii}} Patch 1.0.7.0 is overall the most mod friendly patch. | {{ii}} Patch 1.0.7.0 is overall the most mod friendly patch. | ||
− | {{ii}} Some older mods only work on Version 1.0.4.0, while other mods, like [[#ColAccel|ColAccel]], only work on patch 1.0.7.0 and 1.0.8.0 | + | {{ii}} Some older mods only work on Version 1.0.4.0, while other mods, like [[#ColAccel|ColAccel]], only work on patch 1.0.7.0 and 1.0.8.0. |
− | {{ii}} Patch 1.0.4.0 is recommended in case you want to use ENB visual mods. | + | {{ii}} Patch 1.0.4.0 is recommended in case you want to use ENB visual mods or higher performance. |
===Reduce loading times=== | ===Reduce loading times=== | ||
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# Alter every occurrence of <code>204800</code> to <code>409600</code> and save the file. | # Alter every occurrence of <code>204800</code> to <code>409600</code> and save the file. | ||
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===[[DXVK]]=== | ===[[DXVK]]=== | ||
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===Modifications=== | ===Modifications=== | ||
− | + | {{ii}} This section assumes that you are already using [[#Ultimate_ASI_Loader|Ultimate ASI Loader]] and have [https://gta5mod.net/gta-5-mods/tools/openiv-3-1/ OpenIV] installed for editing .img files. | |
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{{ii}} It is strongly recommended to backup any files these mods may replace. | {{ii}} It is strongly recommended to backup any files these mods may replace. | ||
{{ii}} Should not be used in multiplayer. | {{ii}} Should not be used in multiplayer. | ||
− | {{ii}} [https://gtaforums.com/topic/390582-c-script-hook Script Hook and CE Hook] is a prerequisite for some mods. | + | {{ii}} [https://gtaforums.com/topic/390582-c-script-hook Script Hook and CE Hook] is a prerequisite for some mods. For patch 1.0.8.0, use [https://gtaforums.com/topic/946154-release-gtaiv-net-scripthook-v1718-support-for-gta-iv-1080-and-eflc-1130-by-arinc9-zolika1351/ GTAIV .Net ScriptHook v1.7.1.8]. |
+ | {{--}} Any modifications to any .dat/.ide/.xml files (that is, adding new lines in the files instead of editing existing lines), except ''gta.dat'', in the 'common\data\' folder will corrupt any existing saves, forcing the player to start a new file.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8hVa3TpUTEk|title=GTA 4 Modding Basics: Savegame Bugs when Adding Without Replacing Fix (Vehicles, Weapons, Peds).|date=2023-07-03}}</ref> | ||
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+ | ====Featured websites==== | ||
+ | * [https://gtaforums.com/forum/311-mod-showroom/ GTAForums - Mod Showroom] - Features a number of mods for Grand Theft Auto IV. | ||
+ | * [https://www.gtainside.com/en/gta4mods GTA 4 Mods] on GTAinside. | ||
+ | * [https://zolika1351.pages.dev/games/gtaiv Zolika1351's Zone] - Mods for users who have either downgraded their digital copies or own physical copies. | ||
+ | ====Recommended plugins==== | ||
====[https://github.com/ThirteenAG/GTAIV.EFLC.FusionFix FusionFix]==== | ====[https://github.com/ThirteenAG/GTAIV.EFLC.FusionFix FusionFix]==== | ||
{{ii}} Aims to fix some [https://github.com/GTAmodding/GTAIV-Issues-List/issues?q=is%3Aopen+is%3Aissue+label%3A%22resolved+%28mod%2Ffix%29%22 issues] on the Complete Edition (version 1.2.0.30 or later), including emissive shaders which don't behave as they do on consoles.<ref name="brokenshaders1" /><ref name="brokenshaders2" /> | {{ii}} Aims to fix some [https://github.com/GTAmodding/GTAIV-Issues-List/issues?q=is%3Aopen+is%3Aissue+label%3A%22resolved+%28mod%2Ffix%29%22 issues] on the Complete Edition (version 1.2.0.30 or later), including emissive shaders which don't behave as they do on consoles.<ref name="brokenshaders1" /><ref name="brokenshaders2" /> | ||
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# Extract the files to {{code|{{p|game}}\GTAIV\}} (replace the files when prompted). | # Extract the files to {{code|{{p|game}}\GTAIV\}} (replace the files when prompted). | ||
'''Notes''' | '''Notes''' | ||
− | {{ | + | {{--}} Users of patch 1.0.8.0 must use [https://github.com/ThirteenAG/GTAIV.EFLC.FusionFix/releases/tag/v1.10 an outdated version] of FusionFix. It is ideal to use [[#ZolikaPatch|ZolikaPatch]] along with it. Patches 1.0.7.0 and below are not supported, however. |
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{{ii}} Requires [[#Ultimate_ASI_Loader|Ultimate ASI Loader]]. | {{ii}} Requires [[#Ultimate_ASI_Loader|Ultimate ASI Loader]]. | ||
{{ii}} Started as a bug fixing mod and added some graphical overhauls. | {{ii}} Started as a bug fixing mod and added some graphical overhauls. | ||
+ | {{ii}} Comes with [https://gtaforums.com/topic/937674-iv-gfwl-protection-disabler/ GFWL Protection Disabler], thus eliminating the need to use Xliveless. | ||
{{++}} Fixes issues that FusionFix does not address. | {{++}} Fixes issues that FusionFix does not address. | ||
− | {{--}} Requires downgrading to an older version of the game | + | {{--}} Requires downgrading to an older version of the game.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://gtaforums.com/topic/955449-iv-zolikapatch|title=Page mentions support for unpatched game, patch 4, 7 and 8|date=2022-11-29}}</ref> |
{{Fixbox|description=Installation|ref=<ref name="ZolikaPatch">[https://gtaforums.com/topic/955449-iv-zolikapatch [IV] ZolikaPatch - Page 1 - Scripts & Plugins - GTAForums]</ref>|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Installation|ref=<ref name="ZolikaPatch">[https://gtaforums.com/topic/955449-iv-zolikapatch [IV] ZolikaPatch - Page 1 - Scripts & Plugins - GTAForums]</ref>|fix= | ||
− | # Download the [https:// | + | # Download the [https://zolika1351.pages.dev/mods/ivpatch ZIP file] from bottom of the page. |
# Extract the files to {{code|{{p|game}}\GTAIV\}}. | # Extract the files to {{code|{{p|game}}\GTAIV\}}. | ||
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+ | ====Featured mods==== | ||
+ | '''Bugfixes/improvements:''' | ||
+ | * [https://gtaforums.com/topic/975211-various-fixes/ Various Fixes] - Fixes and improves various bugs and textures, restores missing beta elements, and so much more. Requires OpenIV. | ||
+ | * [https://github.com/Parallellines0451/GTAIV.ShaderFixesCollection/releases Shader Fixes Collection] - Restores and improves effects from the console versions, like depth of field, motion blur, volumetric lights, water and way more. Should be installed after [[#FusionFix|FusionFix]] and/or any timecyc mod (see below). For patches 1.0.7.0 and up. | ||
+ | * [https://gtaforums.com/topic/989098-console-visuals-the-complete-edition/ Console Visuals] - Restores vegetation and graphical effects from the console versions of the game. OpenIV is optional for additional mods. For patches 1.0.7.0 and up. | ||
+ | * [https://mega.nz/file/JnQFBa4C#iT0xK5CaC0mTs3oyDyp9SwWVYFLUHkFmZeyQzUj3pQw Liberty Ferry Terminal - Waiting Room Fix] - Fixes the [https://i.imgur.com/U6uUlRv.png broken UV-map] on the 'Waiting Room' sign texture. Requires OpenIV. | ||
+ | * [https://mega.nz/file/Mj5HiRhC#1rjwGI3GiOK9vMEj4h40_weYoNbWdJZZp4imgT_RZsE Sugar Chomps Fix] - Fixes the [https://i.imgur.com/oRq7gsQ.jpg improper UV-map] to separate the signs for Sugar Chomps in Firefly Island. Requires OpenIV. | ||
+ | * [https://gtaforums.com/topic/927583-grand-theft-auto-iv-and-episodes-from-liberty-city-characters-fixes Grand Theft Auto IV and Episodes From Liberty City: Characters Fixes] - Fixes some character textures and makes the characters better match their EFLC appearances. Intended for patches 1.0.7.0 and up. Requires OpenIV. | ||
+ | * [https://gtaforums.com/topic/978737-grand-theft-auto-iv-enhanced-minor-characters/ Enhanced Minor Characters] - Replaces several minor characters from baseline GTA IV (And some of their goons) with custom unique models ripped from existing reskins and remodels. Requires OpenIV. | ||
+ | * [https://gtaforums.com/topic/760761-eflcrel-pc-quality-texture-update EFLC PC Quality Texture] & [https://gtaforums.com/topic/569019-betaiveflc-graphical-bug-fixes GTA IV&EFLC Graphics Fix] - Fixes some minor graphical issues and replaces the low quality textures in EFLC by better quality ones. Should be installed before [[#FusionFix|FusionFix]]. | ||
+ | * [https://www.gtainside.com/en/gta4/mods/116711-fixed-combat-shotgun-icon Fixed Combat Shotgun Icon] - Makes the Combat Shotgun icon better match the in-game model. Requires OpenIV. | ||
+ | * [https://gtaforums.com/topic/958625-improved-animations-pack Improved Animations Pack] - Fixes many issues with gun animations, like the firing delay on the assault rifles. Requires OpenIV. | ||
+ | * [https://gtaforums.com/topic/887527-ash_735s-workshop/page/4/#comment-1071652002 Improved Weapon Spec] - Contains improved weapon specular textures for six of the default weapons (and three misc items) created using their final textures and bringing them all up to the same resolution as the base texture. Requires OpenIV. | ||
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+ | '''Visual modifications:''' | ||
+ | * [https://github.com/ThirteenAG/III.VC.SA.IV.Project2DFX/releases/tag/gtaiv Project 2DFX] - Adds LOD corona lights at greater distances which improves visuals a lot at night. Latest versions are for Steam/RGL versions. For patches 1.0.8.0 and below, [https://github.com/ThirteenAG/III.VC.SA.IV.Project2DFX/releases/download/v0.0/IV.Project2DFXv4.3.zip download here]. | ||
+ | * [https://github.com/ThirteenAG/XboxRainDroplets/releases/tag/gtaiv Xbox Rain Droplets] - Basic implementation of Xbox rain droplets from [https://github.com/aap/skygfx SkyGFX] for other games. | ||
+ | * [https://www.gtagaming.com/plane-flight-path-improvements-f33591.html Plane Flight Path Improvements] - Alters the paths the planes take around the city to where they would actually land. | ||
+ | * [https://gtaforums.com/topic/984591-restored-trees-position/ Restored Trees Position] - Places trees on places where they were either originally at or where they should be. | ||
+ | * [https://gtaforums.com/topic/921873-iv-hud-radar-overhaul IV HUD & Radar overhaul] - Aims to accurately remake every texture of the HUD in higher resolution. | ||
+ | * [https://www.gtainside.com/en/gta4/mods/154448-beta-whiz-phone Beta Whiz Phone] - Makes the phone model better match the Whiz Phone's cutscene model. | ||
+ | * [https://www.gtagarage.com/mods/show.php?id=24247 Clean IV] - Adjusts the game's saturation and removes the gray-green filter. [https://gtaforums.com/topic/931069-iveflc-responsive-plus Responsive Plus] has its own modified timecyc based on Clean IV. | ||
+ | * [https://gtaforums.com/topic/915206-iveflc-sweet-autumn/ Sweet Autumn] - Changes the overall atmosphere of Liberty City and give it a clearer and smoother vision, with properly increased saturation and far clip, as well as more realistic colors of sunlight and shadows for the overworld. All while still maintaining the charming atmosphere and gritty tone of the game. | ||
+ | * [https://gtaforums.com/topic/415952-visualiv VisualIV] - Fixes and improves the game's visuals based on Liberty City's real life inspiration. Its 'stipple.wtd' and shader files conflict with the shader fixes collection. | ||
+ | * [https://www.gtainside.com/en/gta4/mods/160838-dayl-s-natural-timecycle DayL's Natural Timecyc] - Makes the game less dark/gray, more natural and more vibrant. [https://www.gtainside.com/en/gta4/mods/135841-icenhancer-3-0-natural-final-version/ ENB version]. | ||
+ | * [https://gtaforums.com/topic/974099-more-visible-interiors/ More Visible Interiors] - Adds visible interiors to several buildings for players to see from outside, including ones featured on cutscenes. | ||
+ | * [https://www.nexusmods.com/gta4/mods/282 Higher Resolution Vehicle Pack 2.0 - 15th Anniversary Edition] - Contains higher resolution textures from [[Max Payne 3]], [[Grand Theft Auto V]] and original sources for ALL vehicles ported back to Grand Theft Auto IV, including clean up, color correction and minor fixes/adjustments. Requires OpenIV. | ||
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+ | '''Miscellaneous:''' | ||
+ | * [https://zolika1351.pages.dev/mods/ivsteamachievements Steam Achievements for 1.0.7.0 & 1.0.8.0] - A port of the CE achievements system to patches 7 and 8. Only intended for those who [[#Downgrading|downgraded]] their Steam copy to either of these versions. | ||
+ | * [https://gtaforums.com/topic/945227-iveflc-potential-grim Potential Grim] - Increases the gangs' hostility and violence and expands their influence, relying on proper backgrounds and story details. Also fixes a coding error where some gangs should be more hostile after certain points in the game. For patches 1.0.7.0 and up. Requires OpenIV. | ||
+ | * [https://gtaforums.com/topic/931069-iveflc-responsive-plus Responsive Plus] - Rebalances gunplay and alters vehicle handling; total ammo pool and magazine size are reduced and damage output in guns are increased, making firefights more challenging. Prices for ammo and weapons are also inflated. Included are many fixes/tweaks across the game, notably to vehicle flags/spawning. For patches 1.0.7.0 and up. Requires OpenIV. | ||
+ | * [https://gtaforums.com/topic/979688-liberty-rush/ Liberty Rush] - Adds, adjusts, improves, and restores pedestrians and vehicles, making Liberty City, much more lively. Intended for patches 1.0.7.0 and 1.0.8.0, although it also seemly works on the latest version.<ref>https://gtaforums.com/topic/979688-liberty-rush/?do=findComment&comment=1072170343</ref> | ||
+ | * [https://gtaforums.com/topic/976318-various-pedestrian-actions/ Various Pedestrian Actions] - Adds, corrects and completes unfinished actions for several pedestrians. Requires OpenIV. | ||
+ | * [https://gtaforums.com/topic/991385-gta-v-radar-for-iv/ GTA V Radar for IV] - Stylizes the radar more akin to [[Grand Theft Auto V]]'s radar. For patches 1.0.7.0 and 1.0.8.0 only. | ||
+ | * [https://zolika1351.pages.dev/mods/ivwardrobe Better Wardrobes] - Streamlines the wardrobe system by making clothes load faster and adding hairstyles. However, it does not lock out clothes that have not yet been bought from in-game shops. | ||
+ | * [https://gtaforums.com/topic/989496-bullet-penetration/ Bullet Penetration] - Makes combat more realistic by allowing the player and NPCs to shoot through many weak materials like wood, glass, cardboard, plastic, rubber, and many more. Requires OpenIV. | ||
+ | * [https://gtaforums.com/topic/980018-project-birds/ Project Birds] - Populates the skies of Liberty City & Alderney with birds. | ||
+ | * [https://gtaforums.com/topic/989509-iv-cetladeflc-lchc-blood-fire-war-hate-full-version-mod-download/ L.C.H.C: Blood Fire War Hate - Full Version] - Restores an unused outro and [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6rR2BemqtCI "Jailbait" by Drive-By Audio] on L.C.H.C., which was previously heard on the Xbox Marketplace version of [[Grand Theft Auto: Episodes from Liberty City|The Lost and Damned]]. Intended for Complete Edition, as well as [[Grand Theft Auto: Episodes from Liberty City|Episodes from Liberty City standalone]]. Requires OpenIV. | ||
+ | * [https://www.gtainside.com/en/gta4/mods/156272-first-person-mod-1-22/ First Person] - Adds First Person view. For patches 1.0.7.0 and 1.0.8.0, but patch 1.0.4.0 users can use [https://www.gtavision.com/index.php?id=2086§ion=downloads&site=download this version]. Alternatively you can also use the first person function from either [https://zolika1351.pages.dev/mods/ivmenu ZMenu for 1.0.8.0 and below] or [https://gtaforums.com/topic/973091-gta-iv-12043-libertys-legacy-trainer/ Liberty's Legacy trainer for Steam/RGL versions] which should work/look better and it haves more configurable options as well. | ||
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+ | '''Total conversion:''' | ||
+ | * [https://www.lcpdfr.com/downloads/gta4mods/g17media/4607-lcpd-first-response-legacy-edition/ LCPD First Response] - Provides many police functions and features like traffic stops, backup systems, the ability to arrest, and a whole lot more. Intended for patch 1.0.7.0, although [https://www.lcpdfr.com/downloads/gta4mods/g17media/26726-compatibility-patch-for-gta-iv-complete-edition/ a compatibility patch] for Steam/RGL versions is available. | ||
====[https://gtaforums.com/topic/881495-launch-episodes-as-dlcs-in-gta-iv Run EFLC as DLCs]==== | ====[https://gtaforums.com/topic/881495-launch-episodes-as-dlcs-in-gta-iv Run EFLC as DLCs]==== | ||
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====[https://www.gtainside.com/en/gta4/mods-386/most-downloaded/ ENBSeries graphic modifications]==== | ====[https://www.gtainside.com/en/gta4/mods-386/most-downloaded/ ENBSeries graphic modifications]==== | ||
{{ii}} Popular modification amongst mod creator, YouTuber and other content creators. | {{ii}} Popular modification amongst mod creator, YouTuber and other content creators. | ||
− | {{ | + | {{--}} ENB Series graphical enhancement was never meant to work on Version 1.0.5.0 or later<ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/GTAIV/comments/um4b8c/comment/i8ger42/?context=3</ref>, and the particular ENB version must support Version 1.0.8.0 (so also dax.dll fix included) ([https://docviewer.yandex.com/view/0/?*=IeTX3Wj6eW83wBByis5i%2FfGDyfp7InVybCI6InlhLWRpc2stcHVibGljOi8vSUxSU1hMWm9FY1JWYXd6N1l6Uk1FNG9ZM1NrVGxTSXVSV1VUT09nZERaMD06L2VuYiBGaXggYnkgRGF4MS0wODJyZWNvbW1lbmRlZC43eiIsInRpdGxlIjoiZW5iIEZpeCBieSBEYXgxLTA4MnJlY29tbWVuZGVkLjd6Iiwibm9pZnJhbWUiOmZhbHNlLCJ1aWQiOiIwIiwidHMiOjE2NjgzNjg3NzM5OTksInl1IjoiODQzMjUxOTIwMTY2ODM2ODc3MyJ9 IV] | [https://docviewer.yandex.com/view/0/?*=Qt%2Bxdw1iNpw6r4URqaRmZCwRF2F7InVybCI6InlhLWRpc2stcHVibGljOi8vSUxSU1hMWm9FY1JWYXd6N1l6Uk1FNG9ZM1NrVGxTSXVSV1VUT09nZERaMD06L2VuYiBGaXggYnkgRGF4MSBmb3IgRUZMQyAxLjEuMi4wLnppcCIsInRpdGxlIjoiZW5iIEZpeCBieSBEYXgxIGZvciBFRkxDIDEuMS4yLjAuemlwIiwibm9pZnJhbWUiOmZhbHNlLCJ1aWQiOiIwIiwidHMiOjE2NjgzNjg4NjkyMDYsInl1IjoiODQzMjUxOTIwMTY2ODM2ODc3MyJ9 EFLC]), otherwise the game may display a black screen. [https://www.reddit.com/r/GTAIV/comments/um4b8c/fix_enb_finally_works_back_with_rockstar_games This] instruction is additionally needed to fix the Social Club error on the Rockstar Games Launcher / Steam version. |
{{ii}} One of the very few working ENB modifications with the Rockstar Games Launcher version (and also 1.0.8.0) is [https://www.nexusmods.com/gta4/mods/145 Excellent ENB] and its versions from at least v3 (with Social Club error fix above) and later. | {{ii}} One of the very few working ENB modifications with the Rockstar Games Launcher version (and also 1.0.8.0) is [https://www.nexusmods.com/gta4/mods/145 Excellent ENB] and its versions from at least v3 (with Social Club error fix above) and later. | ||
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==System requirements== | ==System requirements== |
Revision as of 04:22, 3 July 2023
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Developers | |
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Rockstar North | |
Windows | Rockstar Toronto |
Publishers | |
Rockstar Games | |
Japan | Capcom |
Russia | 1C-SoftClub |
Engines | |
RAGE | |
Release dates | |
Windows | December 2, 2008 |
Reception | |
Metacritic | 90 |
IGDB | 88 |
Taxonomy | |
Monetization | One-time game purchase, Expansion pack |
Microtransactions | None |
Modes | Singleplayer |
Pacing | Real-time |
Perspectives | Third-person |
Controls | Direct control |
Genres | Open world, Action |
Vehicles | Automobile, Bus, Helicopter, Motorcycle, Naval/watercraft |
Art styles | Realistic |
Themes | Contemporary |
Series | Grand Theft Auto |
Warnings
- For Games for Windows - LIVE on Windows 8 or later, install the latest Games for Windows - LIVE software.
Grand Theft Auto IV is a singleplayer third-person open world and action game in the Grand Theft Auto series.
The PC version allows to import music files for playback in a custom radio station. Rockstar Games has removed some music tracks from the game due to expired licenses. Same with Grand Theft Auto: Episodes from Liberty City. See Restore removed music
Emissive shaders are known to be broken in the PC release, when compared to both Playstation 3 and Xbox 360.[1][2] See FusionFix for partial fixes. It is also notorious for poor performance (especially on maxed out settings) and frame-pacing issues, even on high-end systems[3]. Lowering settings and/or DXVK are strongly advised. The game has an extensive modding community, but unlike other titles in the series, where one version is generally preferred for modding, GTA IV's modding community has been split since the release of Episodes from Liberty City, with the March 2020 update worsening it. See Patches for more detail.
General information
- GTAForums - Grand Theft Auto IV Discussion
- GTA Modding - A wiki hosting mod-information for the Grand Theft Auto series.
- GTA Network - A huge network of fansites all dedicated to the Grand Theft Auto series.
- Rockstar Support
- Steam Community Discussions
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
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Retail | Games for Windows - LIVE and SecuROM PA DRM.[Note 1] Additionally uses SecuROM 7 DRM for disc checking. Released on 2 DVDs. Custom DRM code may sabotage the game in several ways. |
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Official website | Complete Edition. | |||
Steam | Complete Edition. | |||
Amazon.com (unavailable) | The Complete Edition is also available. | |||
GamersGate (unavailable) | The Complete Edition is also available. | |||
Games for Windows Marketplace (unavailable) | [4] | |||
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The Complete Edition is also available. | |||
Green Man Gaming (unavailable) | The Complete Edition is also available. | |||
Humble Store (unavailable) | The Complete Edition is also available. |
- Rockstar Social Club is no longer needed to run the game since Patch 6 .[5]
- The Complete Edition includes Grand Theft Auto: Episodes from Liberty City.
- The March 2020 update to the Steam version upgraded the game to the Complete Edition, adding achievements, introducing Rockstar Games Launcher DRM and removing multiplayer[6], SecuROM PA DRM and Games for Windows - LIVE DRM entirely (see Network for solutions).
- CD keys can be redeemed on the Rockstar Games Launcher to activate the Complete Edition.[7]
DLC and expansion packs
- The Complete Edition includes the DLCs now. All previously bought copies on Steam were freely upgraded to that version, and original retail versions can be freely upgraded to the Complete Edition by registering a Games for Windows - LIVE key on Rockstar Games Launcher.
Name | Notes | |
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The Ballad of Gay Tony | ||
The Lost and Damned |
Essential improvements
Patches
- The latest Steam/Rockstar Games Launcher version does have some mod support, especially when using CE hook. However, because it replaced [Games for Windows - LIVE] with [Store:Rockstar Games Launcher|Rockstar Games Launcher], multiplayer has been removed as a consequence. Therefore, users must downgrade to patch 1.0.8.0 or below to play on multiplayer servers.
- Patch 1.0.4.0 is recommended for ENB visual mods and for higher performance, 1.0.7.0 for overall mod compatibility and patch 1.0.8.0 has the most stable performance but there's a rare issue/bug which makes patch 1.0.8.0 run way worse compared to other patches.
- Patch 1.0.7.0 and 1.0.8.0 restores multiplayer which is still available to play. Patch 1.0.4.0 also supports multiplayer with ZolikaPatch.
- Patch 1.0.4.0 does not have EFLC support so you can only play the original game but not the DLC's.
- Patches after Patch 1.0.8.0 were released only for the game's digital versions. Although the first numbered upgrade was referred as "1.20", subsequent versions of the game adopted a "1.2.x.x" model.
Skip intro videos
Install FusionFix or ZolikaPatch[8] |
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Edit loadingscreens_pc.dat[9][10] |
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Use the No-intro Easy Fix[citation needed] |
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Game data
Configuration file(s) location
System | Location |
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Windows | %LOCALAPPDATA%\Rockstar Games\GTA IV\Settings\SETTINGS.CFG |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/12210/pfx/[Note 2] |
- Configuration files are encrypted. See Command line parameters for an alternative.
Save game data location
System | Location |
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Windows | %LOCALAPPDATA%\Rockstar Games\GTA IV\savegames\<user-id>\ %USERPROFILE%\Documents\Rockstar Games\GTA IV\Profiles\<user-id>\ (Complete Edition) |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/12210/pfx/[Note 2] |
The Rockstar Games Launcher version searches for Games For Windows - LIVE saves.
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%LOCALAPPDATA%\Microsoft\XLive
must also be backed up; the save data is bound to the Games for Windows - LIVE profile (old versions only).
Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
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OneDrive | Requires enabling backup of the Documents folder in OneDrive on all computers. | |
Steam Cloud |
- Uses Rockstar Games Launcher cloud saves for the Complete Edition.
- Rockstar Games' cloud saves can be disabled while playing the game in Online Mode using the overlay's menu.
Video
Graphics feature | State | WSGF | Notes |
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Widescreen resolution | |||
Multi-monitor | |||
Ultra-widescreen | Cutscenes and loading screens are Vert-.[11] | ||
4K Ultra HD | |||
Field of view (FOV) | Zolika1351's Trainer or Liberty Tweaks can be used to set a constant FOV or add a multiplier to the game's FOV. Ultimate Camera Control can be used to add a photo mode with adjustable FOV, but it does not allow adjustment of in-game FOV. | ||
Windowed | Run the game with -windowed parameter. |
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Borderless fullscreen windowed | Install FusionFix or ZolikaPatch. | ||
Anisotropic filtering (AF) | Up to 16 samples. | ||
Anti-aliasing (AA) | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | ||
Vertical sync (Vsync) | |||
60 FPS | |||
120+ FPS | Frame rates above 60 cause some bugs, like buggy vehicle physics, motorcycles getting extremely slippery. See Timing-related issues. | ||
High dynamic range display (HDR) | [12] |
Input
Keyboard and mouse | State | Notes |
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Remapping | ||
Mouse acceleration | Deadzone can be removed with FusionFix or ZolikaPatch. | |
Mouse sensitivity | ||
Mouse input in menus | ||
Mouse Y-axis inversion | ||
Controller | ||
Controller support | Click Enable DirectInput under Controller Options on the Controls section on Options . |
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Full controller support | ||
Controller remapping | Can only switch between preset layouts. | |
Controller sensitivity | Called Aim Sensitivity. | |
Controller Y-axis inversion |
Controller types |
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XInput-compatible controllers | ||
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Xbox button prompts | ||
Impulse Trigger vibration |
PlayStation controllers | ||
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PlayStation button prompts | See PS3 controller buttons. For Dualshock 4 button prompts use PS4 Button Icons mod. | |
Light bar support | ||
Adaptive trigger support | ||
DualSense haptic feedback support | ||
Connection modes |
Generic/other controllers | ||
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Button prompts |
Additional information | ||
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Controller hotplugging | ||
Haptic feedback | ||
Digital movement supported | ||
Simultaneous controller+KB/M |
Steam Input | ||
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Steam Input API support | ||
Hook input (legacy mode) | ||
Official controller preset(s) | ||
Steam Controller button prompts |
DirectInput Controller support (old versions only)
Run the game with -usedirectinput parameter[13]
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PS3 controller buttons
It may be preferable to change the Xbox 360 buttons used in the game's UI to the DUALSHOCK buttons if using a PlayStation controller. Below are the instructions to do so.
Instructions[citation needed] |
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Right trigger does not work when using Steam Input
Bind Soft Pull Action to Right Trigger[15] |
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Audio
Audio feature | State | Notes |
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Separate volume controls | Music and SFX. | |
Surround sound | Up to 5.0 output.[16] | |
Subtitles | ||
Closed captions | ||
Mute on focus lost | ||
Royalty free audio |
- Commands responsible for the in-game audio:
-fullspecaudio
: forces higher quality audio (default).-minspecaudio
: forces lower quality audio, good for lower-end CPUs (removes some extra audio details, not reducing the audio's definition. reduces CPU load).
- DSOAL for using as alternative DirectSound wrapper (with or without HRTF). Works on the Rockstar Games Launcher version and on Windows 10 builds prior to 1809.
- The game uses DirectSound[16], that can be handled by Creative Alchemy (set duration to 10).[17] Run
LaunchGTAIV.exe
as administrator to avoid crashes (unneeded in the Rockstar Launcher version).
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
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English | ||||
Czech | Fan translation, download. | |||
French | ||||
German | ||||
Hungarian | Fan translation, download. | |||
Italian | ||||
Japanese | Only the main game is translated, user must change game language to access DLC content.[18] See this to enforce different language without having to change Rockstar Games Launcher or Steam language. | |||
Polish | Fan translation, download. Download this for the Complete Edition. | |||
Brazilian Portuguese | Fan translation, download. Download this for the Complete Edition. | |||
Russian | Official localization by «1C-Softclub» included in the Complete Edition. Download this for other versions. | |||
Spanish | ||||
Turkish | Fan translation, download. |
Network
Multiplayer types
Type | Native | Players | Notes | |
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Local play | 4 | Co-op, Versus Use Nucleus-Coop Unofficial mod - Guide. |
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LAN play | 32 | Co-op, Versus Use vanilla Games for Windows - LIVE's LAN feature, or use IV:MP or CitizenMP:IV. Downgrade first if running the Complete Edition. |
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Online play | 32 | Co-op, Versus Use vanilla Games for Windows - LIVE's LIVE play feature, or use IV:MP, CitizenMP:IV or Grand Theft Auto Connected. downgrade first if running the Complete Edition. |
- GTA Connected gives the closest experience to the original multiplayer.
Connection types
Type | Native | Notes |
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Matchmaking | ||
Peer-to-peer | Games For Windows - LIVE is P2P, GTA Connected has an optional toggle for P2P. | |
Dedicated | ||
Self-hosting | ||
Direct IP |
Ports
Protocol | Port(s) and/or port range(s)[19] |
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TCP | GFWL: 3074 |
UDP | GFWL: 3074, 88; IV:MP: 8888 |
- This game supports Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) for automatic port configuration.
- UPnP is used on the Games for Windows - LIVE version.
VR support
3D modes | State | Notes | |
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Nvidia 3D Vision | Use Helix Mod: Grand Theft Auto IV for better support. | ||
vorpX | G3D Officially supported game, see official vorpX game list. |
Issues fixed
- An unlocked or incorrect frame rate cap (+60FPS) can result in timing issues.
Related issues
- Mouse movement is very difficult while using a browser computer.
- In the mission "Out of Commission", while trying to climb onto the helicopter, no matter how often you press repeatedly the jump key, you will not be able to get onto the helicopter.
- Brucie's garage door in the mission "Easy as Can Be" closes prematurely leaving Niko trapped.
- The use of the virtual keyboard of the police car computer becomes impossible to control with the keyboard due to the sensitivity being increased too much
- In the mission "A Revenger's Tragedy", while chasing the helicopter on your boat, the Jacob's helicopter crashes and you are not be able to achieve.
- The weapons of the enemies are floating in the air (+200fps)
- While playing pool, the balls physics breaks, balls don't go as far and as fast as they do.
- The elevating work platform rises faster than normal
- Too slow handbrake camera and regular camera movement and too zoomed-in cutscenes
Cap frame rate to 60 FPS[20] |
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Enable Vsync in the options game and set refresh rate on 60hz |
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Install Out of Commmission Helicopter Bug Fix[1], which uses the scripts.img from patch 8. |
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For Regular camera movement and handbrake camera are too slow and Cutscenes are too zoomed in Use FusionFix (keyboard and mouse controls only)[21][22] |
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Game language does not follow the Rockstar Games Launcher/Steam settings
Apply Language Loader[23] |
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No bullet spread/recoil
- Bullet spread/recoil is enabled only when playing with a controller by default, resulting in 100% shooting accuracy when using a keyboard and a mouse.[citation needed]
Apply FusionFix[24] |
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Apply Bullet Spread/Recoil Fix script[25] |
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Stuttering, texture popping and other performance issues after running the game for a while
- Forcing available memory on Version 1.0.8.0 is not recommended; it will make the game unstable.[citation needed]
Force maximum available memory[26] |
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Unable to play in offline mode with the game's Steam version
- This solution will enable offline mode with local game saves.
Run the game from the Rockstar Games Launcher[27] |
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VRAM amount is wrongly detected
- The game can wrongly detect the amount of VRAM available, showing only 512 MB instead.
- Claimed to be fixed on Patch 8,[28] but may still happen on certain system configurations[29] such as laptops with dual GPU configurations[30], when using wrappers like DXVK or when Downgrading to a pre-Patch 8 game version.
Use -availablevidmem XXXX.0 command line argument and replace XXXX by the wanted amount of VRAM in MB[31]
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Notes
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Use ExtendVidMem[33] |
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Notes
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- Absent from the Complete Edition, where GFWL and SecuROM were removed from the game.
- Install the latest Games for Windows - LIVE in case of old versions on Windows 8 or later.
Error: WS10
Install the updated Games for Windows Marketplace Client[citation needed] |
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Fatal error: WTV190
Reinstall GFWL client[citation needed] |
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Fatal error: WTV270
See In-game interface does not open |
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Release Date Check Failure
For older versions: Alter the system date to any date before June 28, 2015.[citation needed] |
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SecuLauncher: failed to start application. [2000] error
Install Visual C++ Redistributable 2005 SP1 and .NET 3.5[34] |
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Remove any administrator compatibility fix from <path-to-game>\GTAIV\GTAIV.exe
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Other information
API
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
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Direct3D | 9.0c | |
Shader Model support | 3 |
Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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Windows |
Middleware
Middleware | Notes | |
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Physics | Bullet, Euphoria | |
Interface | Adobe Flash | |
Cutscenes | Bink Video | 1.9r Used for in-game television. |
Launch options
- Few commands work only on clear game and on Version 1.0.3.0.
- It is possible to alter the way the game runs by creating a file called
commandline.txt
and saving it to <path-to-game>. Below is a list of all the parameters.
Parameter | Description |
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-help | Lists the available commands. |
-adapter | Uses the specified screen adapter. |
-autoconfig | Automatically adjusts the graphics settings depending on computer specifications. |
-availablevidmem | Sets the amount of available physical video memory. |
-benchmark | Launches the game in Benchmark mode and then quits it. |
-detailquality | Sets the game's detail distance (0-99). |
-disableimposters | Turns off imposter rendering for vehicles. |
-forcehighqualitymirrors | Enables 64-bit mirrors. |
-forcer2vb | Forces rendering to Vertex Buffer. |
-frameLimit | Limits the FPS to your monitor's refresh rate. |
-framelockinwindow | Forces framelock to work even in a window. |
-fullscreen | Forces fullscreen mode. |
-fullspecaudio | Forces high-end CPU audio footprint. |
-gpucount | Allows to manually set the GPU count if query fails. |
-height | Sets the vertical resolution. |
-managed | Uses D3D runtime managed resources. |
-memrestrict | Restricts the amount of available memory the game can use. |
-minspecaudio | Forces low-end CPU audio footprint. |
-no_3GB | Disables 32-bit OS with /3GB. |
-noBlockOnLostFocus | Prevents the game from blocking window updates during focus loss. |
-noprecache | Disables precaching of resources. |
-nomemrestrict | Disables memory restrictions. |
-nominimize | Disables the ability to restore the game from minimize and altering resolutions (reduces system memory footprint). |
-norestrictions | Disables restrictions on graphics settings. |
-noswapdelay | Disables sleep delay before Present (disables the hard present stalls fix). |
-notimefix | Disables Time Fix. |
-novblank | Disables vertical blanking for V-Sync. |
-percentvidmem | Percentage of video memory to be made available for the game. |
-refreshrate | Sets the refresh rate (values set must be supported by your monitor). |
-reserve | Sets the amount of memory to be used by other programs. |
-reservedApp | Sets the amount of memory to be left available within application space. |
-renderquality | Adjusts anisotropic filtering (0-4). |
-safemode | Sets the game's graphics to the lowest setting possible. |
-shadowdensity | Adjusts night shadows (0-16). |
-shadowquality | Sets the shadow quality (0-4). |
-stereo | Enables stereo audio support. |
-texturequality | Sets the game's texture quality (0-2). |
-unmanaged | Uses application managed resources. |
-usedirectinput | Allows DirectInput alongside XInput support. |
-viewdistance | Sets the game's view distance (0-99). |
-windowed | Forces windowed mode. |
-width | Sets the horizontal resolution. |
Custom music
The game allows users to play their own music on a custom radio station: Independence FM.[35]
- Simply place any audio files/folders or create shortcuts in the
%USERPROFILE%\Documents\Rockstar Games\GTA IV\User Music\
folder and tune into the station in-game. - iTunes must be installed for M4A support.
- Supported formats are M4A, MP3 and WMA. Other formats and extensions are not detected.
- Use shortcuts to audio files/folders to improve performance and save disk space.
- Supports high-resolution audio files. Up to 96 kHz/24 bit.
- Supports Surround audio files. Up to 6 channels.
- FLAC is not supported. Convert them to WMA Lossless to use them in-game.
- Monaural audio files are not supported.
Downgrading
- While some mods may work on the game's latest version (1.2.0.59), thanks to CE hook and FusionFix, other mods like ENBSeries graphical mods and those from Zolika1351 do not, therefore downgrading is recommended.
- The most recommended versions for modding are 1.0.4.0, 1.0.7.0 or 1.0.8.0.
Use ItsClonkAndre's downgrade tool to downgrade your GTA IV copy |
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Notes
- An older Script Hook version is needed for modding on Version 1.0.4.0, found here.
- Patch 1.0.7.0 and 1.0.8.0 haves DLC support, many bug fixes, secondary key-bindings and more, but also with worse performance.
- Patch 1.0.7.0 is overall the most mod friendly patch.
- Some older mods only work on Version 1.0.4.0, while other mods, like ColAccel, only work on patch 1.0.7.0 and 1.0.8.0.
- Patch 1.0.4.0 is recommended in case you want to use ENB visual mods or higher performance.
Reduce loading times
Place ColAccel script in <path-to-game> [36]
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Restore removed music
- Over 50 radio station tracks were removed from the game in April 2018 due to expired licenses.[38]
Downgrading the Radio Stations[39] |
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Ultimate ASI Loader
- Ultimate ASI Loader is a tool that loads custom libraries with the
ASI
file extension. - Needed by FusionFix and ZolikaPatch.
Installation[40] |
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Use over 2 GB of RAM
- The game will only use up to 2 GB of RAM by default; this can be adjusted to up to 4 GB. Extending this limit may be needed while using wrappers, like DXVK.
Edit stream.ini[41] |
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DXVK
- DXVK is a Vulkan-based translation layer for Direct3D 9-11 games.
- May vastly improve the game's performance due to its added shader/state cache systems, advanced multithreading support and extended draw call handling capabilities.
- May prevent some ENB shaders, like ambient occlusion, from caching and rendering.[42]
Install DXVK[43] |
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Notes
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Modifications
- This section assumes that you are already using Ultimate ASI Loader and have OpenIV installed for editing .img files.
- It is strongly recommended to backup any files these mods may replace.
- Should not be used in multiplayer.
- Script Hook and CE Hook is a prerequisite for some mods. For patch 1.0.8.0, use GTAIV .Net ScriptHook v1.7.1.8.
- Any modifications to any .dat/.ide/.xml files (that is, adding new lines in the files instead of editing existing lines), except gta.dat, in the 'common\data\' folder will corrupt any existing saves, forcing the player to start a new file.[45]
Featured websites
- GTAForums - Mod Showroom - Features a number of mods for Grand Theft Auto IV.
- GTA 4 Mods on GTAinside.
- Zolika1351's Zone - Mods for users who have either downgraded their digital copies or own physical copies.
Recommended plugins
FusionFix
- Aims to fix some issues on the Complete Edition (version 1.2.0.30 or later), including emissive shaders which don't behave as they do on consoles.[1][2]
Installation[46] |
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ZolikaPatch
- Only compatible with older versions 1.0.4.0, 1.0.7.0, or 1.0.8.0.
- Requires Ultimate ASI Loader.
- Started as a bug fixing mod and added some graphical overhauls.
- Comes with GFWL Protection Disabler, thus eliminating the need to use Xliveless.
- Fixes issues that FusionFix does not address.
- Requires downgrading to an older version of the game.[47]
Installation[48] |
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Featured mods
Bugfixes/improvements:
- Various Fixes - Fixes and improves various bugs and textures, restores missing beta elements, and so much more. Requires OpenIV.
- Shader Fixes Collection - Restores and improves effects from the console versions, like depth of field, motion blur, volumetric lights, water and way more. Should be installed after FusionFix and/or any timecyc mod (see below). For patches 1.0.7.0 and up.
- Console Visuals - Restores vegetation and graphical effects from the console versions of the game. OpenIV is optional for additional mods. For patches 1.0.7.0 and up.
- Liberty Ferry Terminal - Waiting Room Fix - Fixes the broken UV-map on the 'Waiting Room' sign texture. Requires OpenIV.
- Sugar Chomps Fix - Fixes the improper UV-map to separate the signs for Sugar Chomps in Firefly Island. Requires OpenIV.
- Grand Theft Auto IV and Episodes From Liberty City: Characters Fixes - Fixes some character textures and makes the characters better match their EFLC appearances. Intended for patches 1.0.7.0 and up. Requires OpenIV.
- Enhanced Minor Characters - Replaces several minor characters from baseline GTA IV (And some of their goons) with custom unique models ripped from existing reskins and remodels. Requires OpenIV.
- EFLC PC Quality Texture & GTA IV&EFLC Graphics Fix - Fixes some minor graphical issues and replaces the low quality textures in EFLC by better quality ones. Should be installed before FusionFix.
- Fixed Combat Shotgun Icon - Makes the Combat Shotgun icon better match the in-game model. Requires OpenIV.
- Improved Animations Pack - Fixes many issues with gun animations, like the firing delay on the assault rifles. Requires OpenIV.
- Improved Weapon Spec - Contains improved weapon specular textures for six of the default weapons (and three misc items) created using their final textures and bringing them all up to the same resolution as the base texture. Requires OpenIV.
Visual modifications:
- Project 2DFX - Adds LOD corona lights at greater distances which improves visuals a lot at night. Latest versions are for Steam/RGL versions. For patches 1.0.8.0 and below, download here.
- Xbox Rain Droplets - Basic implementation of Xbox rain droplets from SkyGFX for other games.
- Plane Flight Path Improvements - Alters the paths the planes take around the city to where they would actually land.
- Restored Trees Position - Places trees on places where they were either originally at or where they should be.
- IV HUD & Radar overhaul - Aims to accurately remake every texture of the HUD in higher resolution.
- Beta Whiz Phone - Makes the phone model better match the Whiz Phone's cutscene model.
- Clean IV - Adjusts the game's saturation and removes the gray-green filter. Responsive Plus has its own modified timecyc based on Clean IV.
- Sweet Autumn - Changes the overall atmosphere of Liberty City and give it a clearer and smoother vision, with properly increased saturation and far clip, as well as more realistic colors of sunlight and shadows for the overworld. All while still maintaining the charming atmosphere and gritty tone of the game.
- VisualIV - Fixes and improves the game's visuals based on Liberty City's real life inspiration. Its 'stipple.wtd' and shader files conflict with the shader fixes collection.
- DayL's Natural Timecyc - Makes the game less dark/gray, more natural and more vibrant. ENB version.
- More Visible Interiors - Adds visible interiors to several buildings for players to see from outside, including ones featured on cutscenes.
- Higher Resolution Vehicle Pack 2.0 - 15th Anniversary Edition - Contains higher resolution textures from Max Payne 3, Grand Theft Auto V and original sources for ALL vehicles ported back to Grand Theft Auto IV, including clean up, color correction and minor fixes/adjustments. Requires OpenIV.
Miscellaneous:
- Steam Achievements for 1.0.7.0 & 1.0.8.0 - A port of the CE achievements system to patches 7 and 8. Only intended for those who downgraded their Steam copy to either of these versions.
- Potential Grim - Increases the gangs' hostility and violence and expands their influence, relying on proper backgrounds and story details. Also fixes a coding error where some gangs should be more hostile after certain points in the game. For patches 1.0.7.0 and up. Requires OpenIV.
- Responsive Plus - Rebalances gunplay and alters vehicle handling; total ammo pool and magazine size are reduced and damage output in guns are increased, making firefights more challenging. Prices for ammo and weapons are also inflated. Included are many fixes/tweaks across the game, notably to vehicle flags/spawning. For patches 1.0.7.0 and up. Requires OpenIV.
- Liberty Rush - Adds, adjusts, improves, and restores pedestrians and vehicles, making Liberty City, much more lively. Intended for patches 1.0.7.0 and 1.0.8.0, although it also seemly works on the latest version.[49]
- Various Pedestrian Actions - Adds, corrects and completes unfinished actions for several pedestrians. Requires OpenIV.
- GTA V Radar for IV - Stylizes the radar more akin to Grand Theft Auto V's radar. For patches 1.0.7.0 and 1.0.8.0 only.
- Better Wardrobes - Streamlines the wardrobe system by making clothes load faster and adding hairstyles. However, it does not lock out clothes that have not yet been bought from in-game shops.
- Bullet Penetration - Makes combat more realistic by allowing the player and NPCs to shoot through many weak materials like wood, glass, cardboard, plastic, rubber, and many more. Requires OpenIV.
- Project Birds - Populates the skies of Liberty City & Alderney with birds.
- L.C.H.C: Blood Fire War Hate - Full Version - Restores an unused outro and "Jailbait" by Drive-By Audio on L.C.H.C., which was previously heard on the Xbox Marketplace version of The Lost and Damned. Intended for Complete Edition, as well as Episodes from Liberty City standalone. Requires OpenIV.
- First Person - Adds First Person view. For patches 1.0.7.0 and 1.0.8.0, but patch 1.0.4.0 users can use this version. Alternatively you can also use the first person function from either ZMenu for 1.0.8.0 and below or Liberty's Legacy trainer for Steam/RGL versions which should work/look better and it haves more configurable options as well.
Total conversion:
- LCPD First Response - Provides many police functions and features like traffic stops, backup systems, the ability to arrest, and a whole lot more. Intended for patch 1.0.7.0, although a compatibility patch for Steam/RGL versions is available.
Run EFLC as DLCs
- Unneeded on the Complete Edition.
- For older versions from 1.0.6.0 to 1.0.8.0.
- Merges the radio stations and songs from EFLC into the base game.
- Removes RamJam FM, Self-Actualization FM and Vice City FM radio stations.
ENBSeries graphic modifications
- Popular modification amongst mod creator, YouTuber and other content creators.
- ENB Series graphical enhancement was never meant to work on Version 1.0.5.0 or later[50], and the particular ENB version must support Version 1.0.8.0 (so also dax.dll fix included) (IV | EFLC), otherwise the game may display a black screen. This instruction is additionally needed to fix the Social Club error on the Rockstar Games Launcher / Steam version.
- One of the very few working ENB modifications with the Rockstar Games Launcher version (and also 1.0.8.0) is Excellent ENB and its versions from at least v3 (with Social Club error fix above) and later.
- Incompatible with other .dll injections like DXVK for example.
System requirements
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Operating system (OS) | XP SP3, Vista SP2, 7 SP1 | |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Core 2 Duo 1.8 GHz AMD Athlon X2 64 2.4 GHz |
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System memory (RAM) | 1.5 GB | |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 22 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | ATI Radeon X1900 Nvidia GeForce 7900 256 MB of VRAM DirectX 9.0c compatible |
Notes
- ↑ Games for Windows - LIVE DRM features: Legacy activation, supports local profiles.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 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 (12210) may differ in some cases.
- Treat backslashes as forward slashes.
- See the glossary page for details on Windows data paths.
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Verified by User:Bowi on 2023-01-16
- I launched 1.2.0.43 and the Jizzy Jims building is still bugged.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 YouTube video comparison (2:06) - last accessed on 2023-01-16
- ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HZ48QRa4U0U&t=156s
- ↑ GTA IV PC - Games For Windows - last accessed on 2022-09-09
- ↑ Grand Theft Auto IV Patch Changelog - last accessed on 2022-09-20
- "Separate RGSC application no longer required to launch game."
- ↑ Grand Theft Auto IV and Grand Theft Auto: Episodes from Liberty City updates to remove Games for Windows Live - Rockstar Games Customer Support - last accessed on 2022-09-20
- "As a result of this update the following services will no longer be available in Grand Theft Auto IV: Complete Edition – Games for Windows Live, Multiplayer mode, Leaderboards."
- ↑ Grand Theft Auto IV and Grand Theft Auto: Episodes from Liberty City updates to remove Games for Windows Live - Rockstar Games Customer Support - last accessed on 2022-09-20
- "Players with existing CD keys will be able to redeem them via the Rockstar Games Launcher."
- ↑ Verified by User:Tomasak on 2022-11-29
- Both have option to skip intro
- ↑ Remove/Skip annoying intro sequence! - /r/GTA - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ Verified by User:Bowi on 2022-08-19
- ↑ GTA IV (2016 Patch) | 21:9 Review - YouTube
- ↑ Verified by User:Blackbird on 2021-04-17
- ↑ Currently Supported Controllers for GTA IV PC - Rockstar Support - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ Title Update v. 1.0.2.0 - Help & Support - GTAForums - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ gtaforums.com - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ 16.0 16.1 PC Gaming Surround Sound Round-up
- ↑ Creative Alchemy - GTAForums - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ Japanese support - last accessed on 2022-12-01
- ↑ IV:MP T4 Manual - IV-MP Community Forum - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ GTA IV: Bugs and Glitches compilation
- ↑ Handbrake camera is too slow · Issue #10 · GTAmodding/GTAIV-Issues-List - last accessed on 9 June 2023
- ↑ Zoomed in cutscenes · Issue #1 · GTAmodding/GTAIV-Issues-List - last accessed on 9 June 2023
- ↑ Verified by User:Tomasak on 2022-12-01
- Checked if mod works on latest CE version
- ↑ Recoil behaves differently between gamepad and kb/mouse · Issue #6 · GTAmodding/GTAIV-Issues-List - last accessed on 9 June 2023
- ↑ Archived Requests, need ideas? - GTAForums - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ How to use -memrestrict to fix stuttering - GTA Forums - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ Verified by User:Bowi on 2023-01-21
- Tested myself with both Steam's and Rockstar Launcher's clouds disabled.
- ↑ Grand Theft Auto IV Patch 8 Title Update Notes (PC only) - last accessed on 2022-08-23
- ↑ GTA IV – How to fix Resource Usage (VRAM) stuck on 512 MB - last accessed on 9 June 2023
- ↑ Verified by User:Tomasak on 2022-11-29
- Checked on laptop with GTX 1060 and Intel HD 630 GPU combination
- ↑ Verified by User:Tomasak on 2022-11-29
- Tested on both platforms
- ↑ Verified by User:ZT111 on 2023-03-27
- ↑ Newest patch - VRAM 512MB limit !! - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ SecuROM™ Support Website - Grand Theft Auto IV
- ↑ Independence FM (user radio) in GTA IV - Rockstar Support - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ ColAccel - reduce loading time by 50%* - Scripts & Plugins - GTAForums
- ↑ Post by Marsi4eg - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ Grand Theft Auto IV music cut patch - Rock Paper Shotgun - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ IV/EFLC Radio "downgrader" - GTA Forums - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ Ultimate-ASI-Loader/readme.md at master · ThirteenAG/Ultimate-ASI-Loader · GitHub - last accessed on 9 June 2023
- ↑ How to really play this game + improving game performance - last accessed on May 2023
- ↑ (fix) ENB finally works back with Rockstar Games Launcher (and probably Steam) - n0emo comment - Reddit - last accessed on 2022-10-29
- ↑ DXVK works magic on GTA IV - Reddit - last accessed on 2022-10-29
- ↑ How to fix choppiness and stutters in GTA IV - last accessed on 2022-10-29
- ↑ GTA 4 Modding Basics: Savegame Bugs when Adding Without Replacing Fix (Vehicles, Weapons, Peds). - last accessed on 2023-07-03
- ↑ GTAIV.EFLC.FusionFix/readme.md at master · ThirteenAG/GTAIV.EFLC.FusionFix · GitHub - last accessed on 9 June 2023
- ↑ Page mentions support for unpatched game, patch 4, 7 and 8 - last accessed on 2022-11-29
- ↑ [IV] ZolikaPatch - Page 1 - Scripts & Plugins - GTAForums
- ↑ https://gtaforums.com/topic/979688-liberty-rush/?do=findComment&comment=1072170343
- ↑ https://www.reddit.com/r/GTAIV/comments/um4b8c/comment/i8ger42/?context=3