Difference between revisions of "Grand Theft Auto III"
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===Silent Patch=== | ===Silent Patch=== | ||
− | {{++}} Fixes numerous bugs and oversights introduced in the PC version, and restores censored | + | {{++}} Fixes numerous bugs and oversights introduced in the PC version, and restores censored content cut from the French and German versions. |
{{++}} Copying the {{file|AUDIO}} folder from the "PLAY" disc into <code>{{p|game}}</code> allows the game to be playable without the CD when using Silent Patch. | {{++}} Copying the {{file|AUDIO}} folder from the "PLAY" disc into <code>{{p|game}}</code> allows the game to be playable without the CD when using Silent Patch. | ||
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===SkyGfx=== | ===SkyGfx=== | ||
− | {{ii}} Requires Ultimate ASI Loader (included in [[Glossary:Widescreen resolution| | + | {{ii}} Requires Ultimate ASI Loader (included in [[Glossary:Widescreen resolution|ThirteenAG's Widescreen Fix]]) and currently only works with a v1.0 executable. |
{{++}} Features the ability to restore the visual aesthetics of the RenderWare engine from the console versions. | {{++}} Features the ability to restore the visual aesthetics of the RenderWare engine from the console versions. | ||
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|controller sensitivity notes= Install [[#GInput|GInput]] and adjust sensitivity options in {{file|GInputIII.ini}}. | |controller sensitivity notes= Install [[#GInput|GInput]] and adjust sensitivity options in {{file|GInputIII.ini}}. | ||
|invert controller y-axis = hackable | |invert controller y-axis = hackable | ||
− | |invert controller y-axis notes= Install [[#GInput|GInput]], then open {{file|GInputIII.ini}} and | + | |invert controller y-axis notes= Install [[#GInput|GInput]], then open {{file|GInputIII.ini}} and change the line <code>InvertLook</code> to <code>1</code>. X and Y axis inputs can also be inverted with GInput. |
|xinput controllers = hackable | |xinput controllers = hackable | ||
|xinput controllers notes = Install [[#GInput|GInput]] for better XInput support. | |xinput controllers notes = Install [[#GInput|GInput]] for better XInput support. | ||
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|dualshock 4 notes = Possible via [[#GInput|GInput]] and using a XInput wrapper such as [[Controller:DualShock 4#DS4Windows|DS4Windows]]. | |dualshock 4 notes = Possible via [[#GInput|GInput]] and using a XInput wrapper such as [[Controller:DualShock 4#DS4Windows|DS4Windows]]. | ||
|dualshock prompts = hackable | |dualshock prompts = hackable | ||
− | |dualshock prompts notes = Install [[#GInput|GInput]], then open {{file|GInputIII.ini}} and | + | |dualshock prompts notes = Install [[#GInput|GInput]], then open {{file|GInputIII.ini}} and change the line <code>PlayStationButtons</code> to <code>1</code> to enable PlayStation 2 prompts. |
|light bar support = false | |light bar support = false | ||
|light bar support notes = | |light bar support notes = | ||
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* [http://cleo.li/ CLEO] - Popular script extender used by lots of sophisticated mods. | * [http://cleo.li/ CLEO] - Popular script extender used by lots of sophisticated mods. | ||
* [http://www.x-squares.com/Download.aspx?id=87 IMG Manager V2.0] - Beta version of the most bug-free .img files manager | * [http://www.x-squares.com/Download.aspx?id=87 IMG Manager V2.0] - Beta version of the most bug-free .img files manager | ||
+ | * [https://www.gtagarage.com/mods/show.php?id=27155 IMG Factory 1.2] - An alternative .img file manager to the above. | ||
====Featured mods==== | ====Featured mods==== |
Revision as of 18:49, 19 June 2018
Developers | |
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Rockstar North | |
Publishers | |
Rockstar Games | |
Japan | Capcom |
Engines | |
RenderWare | |
Release dates | |
Windows | May 20, 2002 |
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
- Silent Patch is essential to avoid a number of serious glitches which may prevent 100% game completion.
- Features the ability to import your music for your own custom radio station.
- Exceeding 30 FPS introduces gameplay and physics issues.
General information
- Rockstar Games's Official site
- Rockstar Games's Official Grand Theft Auto site
- Steam Community Discussions
- GTAForums - Grand Theft Auto III Discussion.
- Grand Theft Wiki
- GTA Network - A huge network of fansites all dedicated to the Grand Theft Auto series
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
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Retail | SafeDisc DRM[Note 1]. Released on 2 CDs. See Silent Patch to run without CD. | |||
Amazon.com | ||||
Green Man Gaming | ||||
Humble Store | ||||
Mac App Store | ||||
Steam |
Essential improvements
Patches
Patch 1.1 fixes several bugs. Most digital distribution versions already include this patch.
Skip intro videos
Use No Intro Mod[3] |
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Silent Patch
- Fixes numerous bugs and oversights introduced in the PC version, and restores censored content cut from the French and German versions.
- Copying the
AUDIO
folder from the "PLAY" disc into<path-to-game>
allows the game to be playable without the CD when using Silent Patch.
Install Silent Patch[4] |
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SkyGfx
- Requires Ultimate ASI Loader (included in ThirteenAG's Widescreen Fix) and currently only works with a v1.0 executable.
- Features the ability to restore the visual aesthetics of the RenderWare engine from the console versions.
Install SkyGfx[5] |
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GInput
- Adds full XInput and DualShock 3 controller support and restores haptic feedback from console versions.
- Features various controller tweaks and settings such as X/Y axis inversion to alternate control schemes.
Install GInput[6] |
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Game data
Configuration file(s) location
System | Location |
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Windows | %USERPROFILE%\Documents\GTA3 User Files\gta3.set |
macOS (OS X) | |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/12100/pfx/[Note 2] |
- Configuration file is encrypted.
Save game data location
System | Location |
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Windows | %USERPROFILE%\Documents\GTA3 User Files\GTA3sf*.b |
macOS (OS X) | ~/Documents/GTA3 User Files/ |
Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/12100/pfx/[Note 2] |
Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
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Steam Cloud |
Video settings
Widescreen resolution
- In-game widescreen option allows to retain proper aspect ratio, though only for 16:9 resolutions. Otherwise picture is stretched.
- However, the in-game widescreen option cuts part of the image (Vert-), and also causes misaligned aiming.
Use ThirteenAG's Widescreen Fix[7] |
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Notes
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Windowed
Install ThirteenAG's Widescreen Fix, then create a wndmode.ini file in <path-to-game> [9]
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Use D3DWindower[citation needed] |
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Input settings
- The game features two control styles: Standard features modernized controls to accommodate keyboard and mouse, while Classic is based on the original control style of the console versions.
Audio settings
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
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English | ||||
Czech | ||||
French | ||||
German | ||||
Italian | ||||
Polish | Retail only. Made by publisher. | |||
Russian | Retail only. Patch for digital release here. | |||
Slovak | ||||
Spanish |
Network
- Dedicated multiplayer maps can be restored with a mod
Multiplayer types
Type | Native | Notes | |
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LAN play | Use Liberty Unleashed. | ||
Online play | Use Liberty Unleashed. |
Connection types
Type | Native | Notes |
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Peer-to-peer | ||
Dedicated | Use Liberty Unleashed. | |
Self-hosting | Use Liberty Unleashed. | |
Direct IP |
VR support
3D modes | State | GG3D | Notes | |
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iZ3D |
Issues fixed
Game refuses to start
Fix Data Execution Prevention setting[citation needed] |
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Ensure Data Execution Prevention (DEP) is set to the default (Windows programs and services only). |
Download and install Silent Patch with DDraw Component, Thirteen AG's Widescreen Fix, and SkyGfx[10] |
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"Cannot find 640x480 video mode" error
Download fixed GTA III/GTA VC DDraw Component and put the ddraw.dll in <path-to-game>[11]
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"Game requires at least 12MB of available video memory" error
Download fixed GTA III/GTA VC DDraw Component and put the ddraw.dll in <path-to-game>[12]
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Game freezes at loading
Delete gta3.set[citation needed] |
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Turn the in-game Frame Limiter setting on[citation needed] |
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Vehicles are missing colors
Install Steam Car Colour Fix[citation needed] |
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Wonky physics while walking on sloped surfaces
Turn on the frame limiter[13] |
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Inaccurate aiming
- Using the in-game widescreen setting causes the player's actual aiming sight to be slightly above and to the right of the displayed crosshairs.
Install the Widescreen resolution fix[citation needed] |
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Install Silent Patch[citation needed] |
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Bad lighting, reflections, shadowing
Install Silent Patch[citation needed] |
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Purple Nines gang has vanished
Install Silent Patch[14] |
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Mouse sensitivity resets after restart
Install Silent Patch[15] |
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The game will ask for CD even when all files are copied to the disk
Install Silent Patch[16] |
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Alchemy doesn't restore EAX
Install Alchemy Fix[17] |
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Other information
API
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
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Direct3D | 8 | |
Shader Model support | 1.4 |
Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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Windows | |||
macOS (OS X) |
Middleware
Middleware | Notes | |
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Audio | Miles Sound System | 6.1c |
OpenRW
OpenRW is an open source game engine that attempts to re-implement the engine used in classic GTA 3, Vice City and San Andreas in order to ensure a better compatibility with modern system and playable in the future. It currently supports only GTA 3 and it is currently not finished yet, however you can still play the game with it. Bear in mind that you need to compile it from its source code, instructions and requirements are available
Modding
Frequently used plugins
- CLEO - Popular script extender used by lots of sophisticated mods.
- IMG Manager V2.0 - Beta version of the most bug-free .img files manager
- IMG Factory 1.2 - An alternative .img file manager to the above.
Featured mods
- GTA III Dark Edition - Collection of various litter graphics improvements
- GTA III Xbox Version HD - Ports many of the high quality Xbox models, textures, and effects to PC version.
- Liberty City - The Leftovers Fix - Restores elements from the original PlayStation 2 version such as the 'Under Surveillance' dialogue and missing song from the Double Cleff FM radio station.
System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | 98, ME, 2000, XP | |
Processor (CPU) | AMD Athlon 500 MHz Intel Pentium III 450 MHz |
AMD Athlon 700 MHz Intel Pentium III 700 MHz |
System memory (RAM) | 96 MB | 128 MB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 700 MB | |
Video card (GPU) | Direct3D compatible 16 MB of VRAM DirectX 8.1 compatible | Direct3D compatible 32 MB of VRAM |
Sound (audio device) | DirectX compatible |
macOS (OS X) | ||
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Minimum | ||
Operating system (OS) | 10.6.8 | |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Core 2 Duo | |
System memory (RAM) | 1 GB | |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 1.5 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | ATI Radeon X1600 Nvidia GeForce 7300 GT Intel GMA X3100 |
Notes
- ↑ SafeDisc retail DRM does not work on Windows 10[1] or Windows 11 and is disabled by default on Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, and Windows 8.1 when the KB3086255 update is installed.[2]
- ↑ 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 (12100) may differ in some cases.
- Treat backslashes as forward slashes.
- See the glossary page for details on Windows data paths.
References
- ↑ Not Loading in Windows 10; this will break thousands of - Microsoft Community - last accessed on 2017-01-16
- ↑ Microsoft - MS15-097: Description of the security update for the graphics component in Windows: September 8, 2015 - last accessed on 2018-02-16
- ↑ Verified by User:AmethystViper on May 21, 2018
- ↑ Verified by User:AmethystViper on May 21, 2018
- ↑ Verified by User:AmethystViper on May 21, 2018
- ↑ Verified by User:AmethystViper on May 21, 2018
- ↑ Verified by User:AmethystViper on May 21, 2018
- ↑ SilentPatch - Page 101 - GTAForums
- ↑ Verified by User:AmethystViper on May 21, 2018
- ↑ Verified by User:AmethystViper on May 21, 2018
- Installing these fixes on a clean install of the game fixed the game refusing the start.
- ↑ Can't find 640x480 video mode FIX :: Steam Community Discussions
- ↑ Grand Theft Auto III requires at least 12MB of available video memory - Help please?! :: Steam Community Discussions
- ↑ GTA III bug - Steam Users' Forums (retrieved)
- ↑ Southside Hoods - Grand Theft Wiki, the GTA wiki
- ↑ SilentPatch - Page 141 - GTAForums
- ↑ SilentPatch - Page 148 - GTAForums:
- ↑ Verified by User:AmethystViper on May 22, 2018