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This page is for the original 2005 PC release. For the remaster, see Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas – The Definitive Edition. For the 2014 Microsoft Store re-release, see Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas 10 Year Anniversary.


⤏ Go to series page
Grand Theft Auto	1997
Grand Theft Auto 2	1999
Grand Theft Auto III	2002
Grand Theft Auto: Vice City	2003
Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas	2005
Grand Theft Auto IV	2008
Grand Theft Auto: Episodes from Liberty City	2010
Grand Theft Auto: iFruit	2013
Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas 10 Year Anniversary	2014
Grand Theft Auto V	2015
Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars	2021
Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy – The Definitive Edition (series)

Warnings

The macOS (OS X) version of this game does not work on macOS Catalina (version 10.15) or later due to the removal of support for 32-bit-only apps.

Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas is a singleplayer third-person action, open world, gambling/casino, shooter and TPS game in the Grand Theft Auto series.

The PC version allows importing music files for playback in a custom radio station. Rockstar Games has removed some music tracks from the game due to expired licenses. Downgrade to restore.

Many visual features from the original PlayStation 2 version of the game are either simplified, missing, or broken in the PC version, and exceeding 30 FPS introduces various timing issues, including game-breaking ones. There are mods available to restore these features back into the PC version; see Restorations/backports.

General information

GTAForums - Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas Discussion

Grand Theft Wiki

GTA Network - A large network of fansites dedicated to the Grand Theft Auto series

Steam Community Discussions (Windows)

Steam Community Discussions (OS X)

Availability

Source	DRM	Notes	Keys	OS
Retail		SecuROM 7 DRM disc check. Polish copies use StarForce 5 DRM. Custom DRM code may sabotage the game in several ways.
Retail		Included in Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy.^[1]
Publisher website		Included in Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy. Playable without DRM by using SA RGSC Downgrader.^[2]
Amazon.com (unavailable)
(unavailable)
Games for Windows Marketplace (unavailable)		^[3]
Green Man Gaming (unavailable)
Humble Store (unavailable)
Steam (unavailable)		DRM-free as the November 7, 2014 patch, despite the system requirements stating the game uses SecuROM DRM.^[4]^[5]^[6]

If the Steam version is detected, the Rockstar Launcher can launch the game through Steam instead.

Given for free to anyone who purchased The Definitive Edition on the Rockstar Store before June 30, 2022.

Delisted from Steam on October 13, 2021.

Version differences

This game has seen multiple revisions since its initial v1.0 release: v1.01 ("No More Hot Coffee" patch), v2.00 ("Second Edition" re-prints), v3.0 (initial Steam version), and "NewSteam r1/2" (latest Steam revisions).^[7].

The Second Edition re-prints and Rockstar Games Launcher version have anti-modding measures to prevent major modifications to the game.^[8]^[9]

Steam and Rockstar Games Launcher versions lack some radio songs that were present in the retail release.^[10]

To restore them, see Downgrading.

The v1.0 release is most recommended for modding, consider downgrading if planning to mod.

Monetization

Type	Notes
One-time game purchase	The game requires an upfront purchase to access.

Microtransactions

Type	Notes
No microtransactions	None

Essential improvements

Downgrading

Any save game created previously must be converted. See here for instructions.

Downgrading restores all removed licensed songs from the game for the latest Steam and Rockstar Games Launcher versions and removes modding prevention checks from the Second Edition and Rockstar Games Launcher versions.

US executable that is provided misses French, German and Italian localization support. See here for restoration.

Use San Andreas Downgrader^[2]

Download the San Andreas Downgrader that matches with the version that is currently installed.
Extract the contents of SA DOWNGRADER.rar (Steam and Rockstar Games Launcher) or SAv2to1.rar (retail Second Edition) to <path-to-game>.
Run install.bat to start the downgrading process. The tool will automatically close its command prompt window and remove patch files afterwards.
Launch the game from the newly created gta-sa.exe v1.0 executable. It is advised to not use the original executable leftover after downgrading, especially for the Rockstar Games Launcher version as it has problems with the modified files and can undo file changes unless it's launched with -scOfflineOnly parameter.

Game doesn't start after downgrading

Delete gta_sa.set^[11]
Go to the configuration file(s) location. Delete `gta_sa.set`.

SilentPatch

Limited support for the latest Steam (December 9, 2014 update) and Rockstar Games Launcher versions. Consider downgrading to take full advantage of the mod.

Fixes many of the bugs introduced in the PC version like bugged sun flare, rotor blades, road reflections and some timing issues.^[12]

Adds new features to the game like FLAC codec support.^[13]

Installing SilentPatch^[14]

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

Notes

ASI Loader required.

ThirteenAG's Widescreen Fix

Fixes aspect ratio, HUD and FOV for widescreen and ultrawidescreen monitors.

Adds adjustable FOV and HUD/subtitles scaling.

Installing ThirteenAG's Widescreen Fix^[15]

Downgrading and ASI Loader required.

Download ThirteenAG's Widescreen Fix.
Extract the contents of GTASA.WidescreenFix.zip to <path-to-game>.
Optionally, a download for high quality textures for HUD and loading screens is available. To install these, download on the same page Widescreen Frontend and copy the models folder from GTASA.WidescreenFrontend.zip to <path-to-game>, replacing the stock files when prompted (or use the modloader)

Skip intro videos

Install SilentPatch^[14]

Use Improved Fast Loader^[16]

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

Notes

ASI Loader required. Can use alongside SilentPatch.

Offers the ability to load the last used savegame automatically and disable the loading screen, which can speed up loading times considerably.

Launch the game with -skip parameter

Notes

Only works for 1.01 and 2.0 versions.

Game data

Default configuration/saves folder path can be customized.

Configuration file(s) location

System	Location
Windows	%USERPROFILE%\Documents\GTA San Andreas User Files\gta_sa.set
macOS (OS X)
Steam Play (Linux)	<SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/12120/pfx/^{[Note 1]}

Configuration file is encrypted, although it can still be modified.

Save game data location

System	Location
Windows	%USERPROFILE%\Documents\GTA San Andreas User Files\
macOS (OS X)	$HOME/Documents/Rockstar Games/GTA San Andreas User Files\
Steam Play (Linux)	<SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/12120/pfx/^{[Note 1]}

Fixing incompatible save game data

Save games created with the v2.0 executable and newer will refuse to load with previous versions.

Saves made with original 1.0 scripts will fail to load when used with Hot Coffee patched ones, and vice versa. This can be fixed by converting them.

Install SilentPatch^[17]

Notes

Makes newer versions of the game compatible again with save files created with an older version of the game.

Convert the save files^{[citation needed]}
Go to GTASnP. Upload the save from save game data location. Expand the Modifications section. At Downgrade Version, select the desired version (e.g. downgraded game requires "Script/SCM" version v1, for Steam & Rockstar Games Launcher choose v2). Select the preferred download slot below to download the save. After downloading, place the save back from where it was uploaded on.

Portable GTA

Downgrading and ASI Loader required.

This mod moves the user files from %USERPROFILE%\Documents to <path-to-game>.

Installing Portable GTA
Download Portable GTA. Rename the file extension from `portablegta.dll` to `portablegta.asi`. Move `portablegta.asi` into `<path-to-game>\scripts\`. Launch the game and then quit to desktop, then delete the contents inside `<path-to-game>\userfiles\`. Copy/move all user files from `%USERPROFILE%\Documents\GTA San Andreas User Files\` into the Portable GTA's `<path-to-game>\userfiles\`.

Save game cloud syncing

System	Native	Notes
OneDrive		Requires enabling backup of the Documents* folder in OneDrive on all computers.*
Steam Cloud

Uses Rockstar Social Club's save game and settings cloud sync function.

Video

Display options

Advanced display options

Graphics feature	WSGF	Notes
Widescreen resolution		16:9 options added in v1.01. Very poor support by default.^[18] See Widescreen resolution.
Multi-monitor		See Widescreen resolution and Device selection window.
Ultra-widescreen		See Widescreen resolution.
4K Ultra HD		See Widescreen resolution.
Field of view (FOV)	See Field of view (FOV).
Windowed	See Windowed.
Borderless fullscreen windowed	See Windowed.
Anisotropic filtering (AF)	See Anisotropic filtering (AF).
Anti-aliasing (AA)	2x-4x MSAA, misleading in-game selector.^[19] See Broken reflections when anti-aliasing is enabled for up to 16x.
High-fidelity upscaling	See the glossary page for potential workarounds.
Vertical sync (Vsync)	Automatically enabled with frame limiter.^[20]
60 FPS and 120+ FPS	Limiting framerate is mandatory to prevent a huge amount of timing-related issues.^[21] In-game framerate limiter locks to 25 FPS by default - use SilentPatch to change that to 30 FPS.^[22] The Framerate Vigilante mod is partially addressing the issues.
High dynamic range display (HDR)	See the glossary page for potential alternatives.

Widescreen resolution

Game normally renders stretched image when using a widescreen resolution. In-game widescreen option uses correct aspect-ratio but cuts view (Vert-).

SilentPatch restores 5:4 and 16:9 resolutions back to v1.0, but does not fix the stretching.^[23]

Use ThirteenAG's Widescreen Fix^[24]

Field of view (FOV)

Use SAMP FOV Changer^{[citation needed]}

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

Notes

Downgrading and ASI Loader required.

Zooming with sniper rifle and camera won't work properly.^{[citation needed]}

Windowed

Use Windowed Mode^[24]

Create wndmode.ini in <path-to-game> with Ultimate ASI Loader installed^[24]

Notes

Breaks the missing moon phases fix from SilentPatch^{[citation needed]}.

Anisotropic filtering (AF)

The game does not use anisotropic filtering by default.

Use MixSets^{[citation needed]}

Download the mod.
Extract EN\MixSets\ from the archive to <path-to-game>\scripts\.
Configure MixSets.ini as required.

Notes

ASI Loader required.

Run the game at screen refresh rate

Fullscreen mode defaults to 60 Hz, even if the screen refresh rate is set higher than that.

Set screen refresh rate^{[citation needed]}
Install Special K by following the Unofficial Special K Guide. Manual local installation is recommended. Go to the installation folder and rename `SpecialK32.dll` to `dinput8.dll`. Start the game once and close it to allow the configuration file of Special K to be created. Open `<path-to-game>\dinput8.ini`. Change `RefreshRate=-1` to `RefreshRate=0` under `[Render.FrameRate]`.

Override refresh rate set by game^{[citation needed]}
Install ThirteenAG's Widescreen Fix. Download Chiri's resolution forcing tool. Extract `d3d9.dll` and `d3dx.ini` to `<path-to-game>`. Open `d3dx.ini`. Change `refresh_rate=60` to desired hertz; e.g. `refresh_rate=120`.

Install RefreshRateFix^{[citation needed]}

Notes

ASI Loader required.

Input

Input settings

Mouse settings

Keyboard and mouse	State	Notes
Remapping
Mouse acceleration		Can be further adjusted with sensitivity fix^{[citation needed]} (requires ASI Loader).
Mouse sensitivity		Mouse Sensitivity slider only affects the X-axis. Use SilentPatch to tie sensitivity to both axes.
Mouse input in menus
Mouse Y-axis inversion
Controller
Controller support		Very basic support for DirectInput controllers on v1.0.
Full controller support		Native in the Steam version only. Use GInput for full support on other versions.
Controller remapping		Can be remapped by adding `ControlsSet=*` at section `[Pad1]` in `GInputSA.ini` when using GInput. 1 for classic controls and 2 for direct controls.
Controller sensitivity		Use GInput and adjust sensitivity options in `GInputSA.ini`.
Controller Y-axis inversion

Controller types

XInput-compatible controllers		Limited XInput support only in the Steam/RGL version. Use GInput for full XInput support.
Xbox button prompts		Uses generic button prompts. Xbox prompts can be used with GInput.
Impulse Trigger vibration

PlayStation controllers		GInput only supports DualShock 3 controllers, not DualShock 4 or DualSense. Use an XInput wrapper in tandem with GInput as a workaround.^[25]
PlayStation button prompts		Uses generic button prompts. PlayStation prompts can be used with GInput.
Light bar support
Adaptive trigger support
DualSense haptic feedback support
Connection modes	Wired ^[25]

Generic/other controllers		Supports DirectInput in non-Steam/RGL version while basic XInput support was added to the Steam version.
Button prompts		GInput can be configured to use Xbox or PlayStation prompts. For Nintendo Wii prompts, use this GInput addon. An alternative GInput icons pack can be found here.

Additional information
Controller hotplugging		Use GInput.
Haptic feedback		Use GInput for XInput and DualShock 3 controllers.
Digital movement supported
Simultaneous controller+KB/M

GInput

Adds full XInput and DualShock 3 controller support with relevant controller prompts.

Supports pressure sensitive buttons and SIXAXIS accelerometers.

Restores haptic feedback present on the console versions.

Features various tweaks such as controller sensitivity, axis inversion, and controller layout from Grand Theft Auto IV.

Installing GInput^[26]

Download GInputSA here.
Extract the contents of GInputSA_*.zip, and copy the models folder, GInputSA.asi, and GInputSA.ini files into <path-to-game>\scripts\.
Open GInputSA.ini with a text editor and configure the desired settings.

Notes

Downgrading and ASI Loader required.

Works with DsHidMini, but requires to drop DsHidMini's xinput1_3.dll into the game directory.^[27]

Audio

Audio panel

Audio feature	State	Notes
Separate volume controls		Separate sliders for SFX and Radio.
Surround sound		Up to 7.0 output.^[28] May require DirectSound 3D restoration software.
Subtitles
Closed captions
Mute on focus lost		Use ThirteenAG's Widescreen fix.^[29]
EAX support		EAX 1, EAX 2, EAX 3 and EAX 4.^[30]
Royalty free audio

Newer versions of the game, such as the current ones on Steam and Rockstar Games Launcher, have had several licensed music tracks removed.^[10] Downgrade to a previous version to restore them.

To enable EAX on Vista or newer, see DirectSound hardware path.

Uncompressed SFX Pack

Restores uncompressed versions of vanilla sound effects to the game.

Localizations

Language	UI	Audio	Sub	Notes
English
Arabic				Fan translation.
Czech				Fan translation.
French
German
Hungarian				Fan translation.
Italian
Japanese				Fan translation, ASI script available here. Requires the fonts and gxt from the creator's website, available here.
Korean				Fan translation.
Polish				Local retail only. Patch for digital release can be downloaded here or here.
Portuguese				Fan translation.
Brazilian Portuguese				Fan translation (sub+dub). Audio and voice: Nemesis Fandubs. Player and some NPCs are not dubbed but gangs are.
Russian				Official localization by «1C-Softclub».
Russian				1) Fan translation by «ENPY Studio/Sherhan Group/®‡™Mad?Dogg™‡® Crew/SerGEAnt's Zone Of Games» 2) «Потраченный перевод» 3) Fan translation by MSKL
Serbian				Fan translation.
Slovak				Fan translation.
Spanish
Latin American Spanish				Fan translation (not the official localization present in the Definitive Edition).
Turkish				Fan translation.

Add more localizations to the in-game language option

Install Language Loader^[31]

Download Language Loader.
Extract LanguageLoader.asi to <path-to-game>\scripts\.
Drag the corresponding languages.ini to <path-to-game>\text\ according to the number of languages actually available.

Notes

1.0 version and ASI Loader required.

Network

Multiplayer types

Type	Players	Notes
Local play	2	Co-op See Local play.
LAN play	Requires a third-party multiplayer client, such as San Andreas Multiplayer (SA-MP) (EoL), Multi Theft Auto (MTA:SA) or GTAConnected.
Online play	Requires a third-party multiplayer client, such as San Andreas Multiplayer (SA-MP) (EoL), Multi Theft Auto (MTA:SA) or GTAConnected.

Connection types

Type	Native	Notes
Matchmaking
Peer-to-peer		Requires a third-party multiplayer client, GTAConnected.
Dedicated		Requires a third-party multiplayer client, such as San Andreas Multiplayer (SA-MP) (EoL), Multi Theft Auto (MTA:SA) or GTAConnected.
Self-hosting		Requires a third-party multiplayer client, such as San Andreas Multiplayer (SA-MP) (EoL), Multi Theft Auto (MTA:SA) or GTAConnected.
Direct IP		Requires a third-party multiplayer client, such as San Andreas Multiplayer (SA-MP) (EoL), Multi Theft Auto (MTA:SA) or GTAConnected.

Local play

Instructions^{[citation needed]}

Download 2 Player Missions Loader.
Extract everything inside Two Player Missions Loader 1.2 in <path-to-game>\cleo\.
Configure controls:

1 keyboard: download SAAC 2.0 and map keys for every player
1 keyboard, 1 controller: make sure to force controller to second slot
2 controllers: nothing else

Notes

CLEO, ThirteenAG's Widescreen Fix and downgrading required (plus GInput if using controllers).

VR support

3D modes	State	GG3D	Notes
Nvidia 3D Vision
TriDef 3D
vorpX		G3D, Z3D Officially supported game, see official vorpx game list.

Devices
Tobii Eye Tracking		Works with Tobii EyeX tracker or Tobii EyeX 4C and 5 headtracker plugins for FaceTrackNoIR.
TrackIR		Works with FreeTrack 2.0 protocol using software like FaceTrackNoIR.

Issues unresolved

Save game corruption glitches

Some save corrupting glitches can be worked around with an online repair tool or a savegame editor.^[32]

Even though virtually every major bug has been addressed by mods such as SilentPatch, there's no guarantee that some of the rarest ones will not occur.^[33]^[34]

German Steam version doesn't work on OS X

The German Steam version for OS X doesn't launch.^[35]

Timing-related issues

Playing above 30 FPS causes timing-related issues.

Relevant issues

Game-breaking bugs and glitches
- Some missions such as Amphibious Assault or Driving School missions^[36] or Mike Toreno (on entering the airport) are unbeatable or incredibly difficult.
- Some cutscenes display black screen: Cleaning The Hood (after entering Crack Den building) or Cesar Vialpando (after entering to tune shop) or during robbery of betting shop (after leaving the place [+ indestructible doors by detonator with unlocked framerate]), and Vertical Bird (after entering the ship; to be more precise, the game crashes).
Physics bugs
- Vehicles & bicycles handle like brakes are always on, decelerate almost immediately, wobbly rear ends, and seem feathered whenever in-air.
- Turning sirens on or off is much harder due to shortened timing of pressing the assigned key to do so.
- Inability to dive underwater.
Gameplay absurdities
- The camera during stunt jumps can lock up at any moment and would never go back to normal state.
- Aiming while walking is silly.^[37]
- Spray cans and fire extinguishers become lethal.^[38]
- Inability to walk while aiming a rifle/desert eagle.^[38]
- Climbing walls results in sudden deaths.^[39]
- Vehicles and/or pedestrians move extremely fast.
Crashes when listening to User Radio (fixed in patch 1.01).^[40]
Cutscenes not ending (black screen - described above).^[38]
Weird audio pitching when panning the camera.^[41]

Turn on the in-game frame limiter^[42]

Notes

Locks the framerate to 25 FPS by default. Use SilentPatch to increase the limit to 30 FPS.

Use Framerate Vigilante^[43]^[44]

Notes

Contains fixes for many framerate related issues.

By using this mod and limiting the game to 60 FPS, game-breaking bugs are avoidable and the game is mostly beatable from start to finish.

Does not fix all of the issues.

Visual C++ Runtime Error when using mods

Enable the Large Adress Aware flag for the executable^{[citation needed]}

Notes

Increases RAM amount the game can use. Required when using memory intensive mods to avoid crashes.

Issue may still occur if mods exceed the 4GB RAM limit.

Issues fixed

Vegetation disappears in the distance

Tweak draw distance^{[citation needed]}

Download Project2DFX.
Extract archive contents to <path-to-game>\scripts\.

Notes:

ASI Loader required.

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

Missing or broken features and bugs

Examples

Broken reflections, lighting, transparency
Streaming memory bug, incorrectly rendered pedestrians
Missing moon phases
Gym persistently reports to have been worked out enough
Rare game crashes when standing near escalators

Use SilentPatch^[14]

Pressing `Alt`+`Tab ↹` crashes the game

Use SilentPatch^[45]

Broken `Alt`+`F4` function

Use SilentPatch^[46]

User tracks don't play on modern systems

Use SilentPatch^[14]

Game crashes on multi-monitor systems

Use SilentPatch^[47]

Cannot find 800x600x32 video mode error

Use SilentPatch^[14]

Lens flare is too thin and barely visible with AMD/Intel graphics cards

Use SilentPatch^[14]

Broken reflections when anti-aliasing is enabled (Windows 10 and newer)

Use SilentPatch^[45]

Install Multi-sampling FIX^{[citation needed]}

Notes

Downgrading and ASI Loader required.

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

Use SilentPatch^[48]

'Notes

Removes the DirectPlay dependence altogether.

Install DirectPlay^{[citation needed]}

Loading older save file starts a new game

Attempting to load v1.0 saves on v2.0 (and newer) will fail and a new game will start instead.

Use SilentPatch^[14]

Convert the affected save file^{[citation needed]}

Mouse fails to work

Use SilentPatch^[14]

Intro movies not playing on modern systems

Windows Vista/7: disable desktop composition^[49]

Windows 8 and newer: enable `DXMaximizedWindowedMode` shim^[50]^{[citation needed]}

Intro movies not playing and broken `Alt`+`Tab ↹`

Fix codec hell

Accidental activation of cheat codes

Unlike III and VC, SA uses a sophisticated hashing mechanism to recognize the input of cheats. Unfortunately, this mechanism is faulty - leading to cheats sometimes being triggered by WASD keys commonly used for movement, among many others. Unwanted activation of cheats can ruin normal gameplay and speedrun experience.^[51]^[52]^[53]

Disable cheats through CLEO^{[citation needed]}

Notes

Use Cheat Menu as an alternative way of activating cheats.^{[citation needed]}

Sound issues on modern systems

Enable Windows 98/Me compatibility mode^[54]

Downgrade the EAX United dll to version 3.066 or 3.065^[55]

Update to version 1.01^[56]

Map/texture/models issues

The game has a huge amount of visual issues, some from the original release, some from the PC port. The community has made an effort to fix most of the issues.

See Modifications - Fixes

Device selection window opens at launch

If running more than one monitor, the game will display a message to configure the resolution every time the game is launched.

Install SkipDeviceSelection.asi^{[citation needed]}

Download SkipDeviceSelection.asi from here.
Move the file to <path-to-game>\scripts\.

Notes

ASI Loader required.

Multi monitor issues on left and right side of the screen

Use ThirteenAG's Widescreen Fix^{[citation needed]}

Freezes randomly when starting up or loading the game

Use SilentPatch^[14]

Game doesn't start and gets stuck in task manager

Use RunDLL32.exe fix^[57]

Access violation DEP crash

Use NoDEP^[57]

Other information

API

Technical specs	Supported	Notes
Direct3D	9.0c
OpenGL	2.0	OS X only.
Shader Model support	1.1, 2.0

Executable	32-bit	64-bit	Notes
Windows
macOS (OS X)			This 32-bit-only macOS game does not work* on macOS Catalina (10.15) or later.*

Modifications

Downgrading and ASI Loader are required for modding.

GTAInside - Very popular and long running GTA modding site with a huge catalog of mods.

MixMods - Brazilian modding community.

GameModding - Mod site with many mods available for many games; similar to NexusMods.

GTA Garage Mod Database

GTA-All - Newer website with lots of high-quality mods available.

GTA San Andreas Land - Grand Theft Auto San Andreas Modifications Land.

LibertyCity - Russian modding community.

Utilities

The mods/tools in this section may be required by other mods.

ASI Loader

Required for many script-based mods and fixes. Most mods include some ASI loader, however, avoid overwriting this one as it is more up-to-date than the ones supplied by the mods.

Does not work on old versions of Windows (XP, Vista, 7) due to missing DLL files.^{[citation needed]}

Install Ultimate ASI Loader^[58]
Download Ultimate ASI Loader here, then extract the contents of `Ultimate ASI Loader.zip` into `<path-to-game>`.

Link2012's Mod Loader

May be required for easier mod installation.

Install Link2012's Mod Loader^[57]

Download the latest release
Extract the contents of modloader.zip to the game folder.
Read the README.txt for instructions on manual mod installation.

Notes

ASI Loader required.

CLEO

CLEO may be required for some script-based mods.

Install CLEO^[57]

Download the latest release.
Extract the contents of CLEO4.zip to the game folder.

Notes

ASI Loader required.

CLEO+

An addition for CLEO. May be required by some mods.

RepairGTA

An automatic tool to fix various issues when modding the game.

Restorations/backports

The mods in this section feature PS2 restorations, 10 Year Anniversary backports and general restorations of lost features.

PS2 Features To PC

A list of various PS2 restoration mods.

Mobile to PC Research Project

A list of various 10 Year Anniversary backporting mods.

Alternative set of radar icons that are faithful to the original art instead can be found here.

SkyGfx Extended

Restores PS2 and Xbox graphics to the PC version, with some extras of the 10 Year Anniversary release.

Recommended to be used with PS2 Timecyc.

Mobile Tattoo for PC

Backports higher quality tattoo's from the 10 Year Anniversary release.

Remastered GUI Textures for SA

Backports higher quality GUI textures from the 10 Year Anniversary release.

More Hostile Gangs

In some missions, gangs would damage your car. This mod restores this feature to the freeroam.

Fixes

The mods in this section fix various aspects of the game.

Proper Fixes

Requires Mod Loader and SkyGfx with buildingPipe=PS2 enabled.

Features almost 4,000 fixes while optimizing performance and adding a few extra features from PlayStation, PC, and Xbox versions. In general, it should not cause any performance issues, even on lower end hardware. See the mod page for exhaustive details of its features.

Replaces/includes SA Optimized Map, LOD Vegetation, Better Leftovers Fix, Map Textures Fix, PS2 Map + Fixes, Xbox Map Features, Grass Color Fix, Vertex Color Fixes + Improvements + 2dfx effects, ORG Patch, Project Lumos, Proper Radar, Neons and Shadows, Restored Mailboxes, Fix Textures Pack, Mugetsuga's Fixes and Unofficial Patch.

Improved Streaming

Fixes streaming issues by pre-loading types of assets (customizable) and keeping them in memory. Might improve performance.

SkyGrad

Fixes gradient banding from the sky gradient.

Fixed Vehicle Lights

Fixes vehicles not using their correct light textures at night.

Train Light

Restores train headlights at night.

Orange Bulb Lampposts

Changes the white lampposts bulbs to orange ones instead, as it should be.

Pyramid 2DFX Fix

Fixes the Las Venturas pyramid's broken 2DFX.

Jizzy's Pleasure Dome Remastered 2DFX

Redone all the 2DFX in Jizzy's club.

Fixed Vanilla Vehicles

Fixes a lot of various issues with vehicle textures and models.

Peds Hands Up Fix

Fixes the bug where pedestrians will drop their hands and walk while aiming at them after a while.

Gangster Swat Fix

Replaces the Micro SMG the SWATS carry to a more fitting MP5.

Escalator Physics Fix

Fixes broken escalator physics (or rather, makes them actually work in the first place).

Real Traffic Fix

Fixes and majorly improves traffic AI.

Bollards Fix

Various fixes for various bollards present in various places.

Bleeding Trees Fix

Fixes the issue where trees are capable of bleeding if you shoot them.

Fixed transparent chains

Fixes broken transparency on chains.

Body Stats Fix in Interiors

Allows to see body changes during a workout without having to leave the gym.

El Corona Shadow Fix

Fixes a weird shadow that shouldn't be there in El Corona.

Black roads fix

Fixes black roads when playing on low graphics.

Desert Sheriff Fix

Fixes the game spawning normal sheriff instead of a desert one in the desert area.

Fix Seville Parked Car

Fixes a wrongly placed parked car spawn.

Plane Explode Fix

Fixes an issue where the game would sometimes just make a plane disappear before the explosion during a collision.

Spread Fix

Fixes the spread of the gun shots.

Improvements and additions

The mods in this section improve the various aspects of the game, even if they were only partially or not at all present in the game.

MixSets

Allows to extensively tweak a lot of gameplay mechanics, visuals and more, totaling at more than 250 features available.

Due to the nature of being able to tweak any feature separately, it can be made compatible with any mod.

Project2DFX

Adds LOD corona effect to a game map, making the LOD-world look a lot better.

Comes with Open Limit Adjuster that allows to increase all kinds of limits and render distances.

Bullethole

Adds bulletholes in the game.

Combat Improvement

Improves the fighting in the game. Recommended to be used along with Mixed Fighting Styles.

PedSkills

Improves the AI.

Cutscene Characters for Gameplay

Replaces the low-resolution gameplay character models with their high-resolution cutscene counterparts.

Good Citizen Bonus Fix

Enables the original code for Good Citizen Bonus.

Ladders

Adds actual animation for climbing ladders.

Manual Driveby

Allows to free aim while in Driveby mode, similar to future GTA games.

Improved Default Armory

Majorly enhances weapon textures and models, aswell as adding a few extras to them.

Green Sabre Cutscenes Fix

Fixes various issues present in the cutscene's animations.

Alternative versions of the Green Sabre cutscene to avoid an issue with story's logic. Page contains spoilers.

Rescaled Pickup Icons

Scales pickup icons to a more pleasant level.

Manhunt Cranes

Replaces low quality cranes with the ones from Manhunt.

Cutscene Liberty City Xbox Textures

Uses GTA 3's Liberty City textures for the Saint Mark's Bistro mission in favor of low resolution vanilla textures.

Single Notes Fix

Uses Max Payne textures for single notes in favor of the vanilla ones which were taken from the bundle texture.

Lit Church

Makes the church lit at night.

Stories Sprinting

Adds an animation for sprinting with heavy weapons, alike to the one in LCS and VCS.

Airport Radar Animation

Adds an animation to the radar prop in the airport, alike to the one in Grand Theft Auto: Vice City.

HD mods

These mods increase the texture quality of various aspects of the game that aren't ported from other versions.

Total conversion mods

Things to do in San Andreas: Overall Improvements

Extends and expands the game significantly using as much official content as possible, such as unused content and content from other GTA games. (requires new game)

San Andreas: BETA Edition

Restores a lot of beta content that was cut from the final release.

System requirements

Windows
	Minimum	Recommended
Operating system (OS)	2000, XP
Processor (CPU)	Intel Pentium III 1.0 GHz AMD Athlon 1.0 GHz	Intel Pentium 4 AMD Athlon XP
System memory (RAM)	256 MB	384 MB
Hard disk drive (HDD)	3.6 GB	4.7 GB
Video card (GPU)	Nvidia GeForce 3 ATI Radeon 8500 64 MB of VRAM DirectX 9.0c compatible	Nvidia GeForce 6 ATI Radeon X800 128 MB of VRAM
Sound (audio device)	DirectX 9 compatible	Sound Blaster Audigy 2

macOS (OS X)
	Minimum
Operating system (OS)	10.6.8
Processor (CPU)	Intel Core 2 Duo
System memory (RAM)	1 GB
Hard disk drive (HDD)	5.2 GB
Video card (GPU)	Nvidia GeForce 7300 GT ATI Radeon X1600 Intel GMA X3100

This game will NOT run on PowerPC (G3/G4/G5) based Mac systems (PowerMac)

Notes

↑ ^1.0 ^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 (12120) may differ in some cases.
- Treat backslashes as forward slashes.
- See the glossary page for details on Windows data paths.

References

↑ Verified by User:AmethystViper on 2021-10-24
Does not appear to use SecuROM DRM after installing the game from the disc, and running SecuROM's removal tool does not return any instance of SecuROM being installed onto the system while the game was installed. Tested on Windows 10 64-bit.
↑ ^2.0 ^2.1 Verified by User:AmethystViper on 2020-12-14
Tested on the "Second Edition" (v2.00), Steam (New Steam r2), and the RGL releases and they downgraded them to the v1.0 release of the game.
↑ Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas - Games for Windows - last accessed on 19 August 2022
↑ San Andreas updated on Steam (Updated) - Rockstar Nexus (archived) - last accessed on 2019-07-20
↑ Patch incoming? - Steam Community Discussions - last accessed on 2019-07-20
↑ (False Alarm) Suddenly... Securom DRM listed in requirements! WTF Rockstar? - Steam Community Discussions - last accessed on 2019-07-20
↑ San Andreas Versions - GTAMods Wiki - last accessed on March 2, 2019
↑ San Andreas Versions - last accessed on 2019-10-06
"Version 2 has the same bug fixes and additions that were introduced in the 1.01 patch. It also checks the size of the 'gta3.img' file, which causes the game to crash if the size is not equal to a predetermined (hardcoded) size."
↑ Rockstar Games Launcher just released! Download and obtain GTA San Andreas for free! - GTA Forums - last accessed on 2019-10-06
↑ ^10.0 ^10.1 STEAM - last accessed on 2024-05-03
↑ Verified by User:AlphaYellow on 2024-01-08
↑ SilentPatch - Page 27 - GTA Forums - last accessed on May 2023
↑ SilentPatch - Page 23 - GTA Forums - last accessed on May 2023
↑ ^14.0 ^14.1 ^14.2 ^14.3 ^14.4 ^14.5 ^14.6 ^14.7 ^14.8 Verified by User:Silent on 2017-08-16
All confirmed by the author of the unofficial patch SilentPatch
↑ Verified by User:AmethystViper on March 31, 2019
↑ Verified by User:AlphaYellow on 2024-01-08
↑ SilentPatch - GTAForums - last accessed on 2022-11-28
"Steam/RGL version of the game will not reject 1.0/1.01 saves anymore"
↑ [PLUG - last accessed on 2024-05-03
↑ SilentPatch - Page 139 - GTAForums - last accessed on May 2023
↑ SilentPatch - Page 91 - GTA Forums - last accessed on May 2023
↑ [REL]Multi-sampling FIX - GTA Forums - last accessed on 9 June 2023
↑ SilentPatch - Page 22 - GTA Forums - last accessed on May 2023
↑ Patch incoming? :: Steam Community Discussions - last accessed on May 2023
↑ ^24.0 ^24.1 ^24.2 Verified by User:Sandemc on 2024-02-16
↑ ^25.0 ^25.1 Verified by User:Amethystviper on 2022-10-13
Tested with a V1 controller connected through USB.
↑ Verified by User:AmethystViper on May 13, 2019
↑ Was somebody able to make DS3-mode in GInput work via DSHIDMini yet?
↑ PC Gaming Surround Sound Round-up - last accessed on May 2023
↑ [GTA - last accessed on 2024-05-03
↑ Gaming - SoundBlaster.com (retrieved) - last accessed on May 2023
↑ Language loader - GTAForums - last accessed on May 2023
↑ SilentPatch - Page 85 - GTA Forums - last accessed on May 2023
↑ [SA Crashes & Their Causes - GTAForums] - last accessed on 2024-02-16
↑ SilentPatch - Page 86 - GTA Forums - last accessed on May 2023
↑ Problems Launching German Steam Version of San Andreas on Mac – Rockstar Support - last accessed on 2024-05-03
↑ Need Help on Alley Oop Driving School - iGrandTheftAuto.com Forums - last accessed on May 2023
↑ Сборки CLEO-скриптов для GTA III, VC, SA (Page 5) / Модификации / SannyBuilder.com Forums
↑ ^38.0 ^38.1 ^38.2 Do not play GTA SA with high FPS! - - last accessed on 2024-05-03
↑ SilentPatch - Page 149 - GTAForums - last accessed on May 2023
↑ San Andreas Versions - GTAModding - last accessed on May 2023
↑ GTA San Andreas - Crash with Radio EQ option enabled · DSOAL - last accessed on 9 June 2023
↑ From the Readme, about the frame limiter:
This option allows the game to go faster than 30 [sic] frames per second. Be warned that this will not magically make GRAND THEFT AUTO: San Andreas run better, but rather may make your experience "more variable". We do not recommend unlocking the frame rate. If you have a fast machine, it is far preferable to increase resolution, detail options, anti-aliasing, etc. rather than trying to achieve a higher frame rate by un-locking the Frame Limiter. This will lead to a more variable gameplay experience.
↑ GitHub - last accessed on May 2023
↑ gtaforums.com - last accessed on May 2023
↑ ^45.0 ^45.1 SilentPatch - Page 141 - GTAForums
↑ SilentPatch - Page 173 - GTAForums - last accessed on May 2023
↑ SilentPatch - Page 148 - GTAForums
↑ SilentPatch - Page 99 - GTAForums - last accessed on May 2023
↑ GTA San Andreas black screen during intro - Steam Users' Forums (retrieved) - last accessed on 2024-05-03
↑ ESSENTIAL PATCH (Silent Patch) :: Steam Community Discussions - last accessed on May 2023
↑ GTA SA - Alternative Cheats - Feat. Badger Goodger - last accessed on 2022-03-28
↑ GTA:SA Speedrun Ruined by WASD Cheat (Joshimuz) - last accessed on 2022-03-28
↑ Stream Highlights: 03/2022 - YouTube - last accessed on 2022-11-28
↑ NEW Fix for Sound Problems - GTA Forums - last accessed on May 2023
↑ Fix for some of the audio problems in GTA:SA - GTAForums - last accessed on May 2023
↑ Rain/Thunderstorm Bug - GTAForums - last accessed on May 2023
↑ ^57.0 ^57.1 ^57.2 ^57.3 Cite error: Invalid <ref> tag; no text was provided for refs named Sandemc
↑ Verified by User:Amethystviper on 2022-10-13
Ultimate ASI Loader has been updated more recently compared to Silent ASI Loader and this pre-made package I've created uses the latest release from Github as of writing. The original v1 vorbisFile.dll supplied by CLEO 4 is also included.

[Proton_path_note-17] 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 (12120) may differ in some cases.
Treat backslashes as forward slashes.
See the glossary page for details on Windows data paths.

[2] File/folder structure within this directory reflects the path(s) listed for Windows and/or Steam game data.

[3] Use Wine's registry editor to access any Windows registry paths.

[4] The app ID (12120) may differ in some cases.

[5] Treat backslashes as forward slashes.

[6] See the glossary page for details on Windows data paths.

[1] Verified by User:AmethystViper on 2021-10-24
Does not appear to use SecuROM DRM after installing the game from the disc, and running SecuROM's removal tool does not return any instance of SecuROM being installed onto the system while the game was installed. Tested on Windows 10 64-bit.

[Downgrading-2] 2.0 ^2.1 Verified by User:AmethystViper on 2020-12-14
Tested on the "Second Edition" (v2.00), Steam (New Steam r2), and the RGL releases and they downgraded them to the v1.0 release of the game.

[3] Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas - Games for Windows - last accessed on 19 August 2022

[4] San Andreas updated on Steam (Updated) - Rockstar Nexus (archived) - last accessed on 2019-07-20

[5] Patch incoming? - Steam Community Discussions - last accessed on 2019-07-20

[6] (False Alarm) Suddenly... Securom DRM listed in requirements! WTF Rockstar? - Steam Community Discussions - last accessed on 2019-07-20

[7] San Andreas Versions - GTAMods Wiki - last accessed on March 2, 2019

[8] San Andreas Versions - last accessed on 2019-10-06
"Version 2 has the same bug fixes and additions that were introduced in the 1.01 patch. It also checks the size of the 'gta3.img' file, which causes the game to crash if the size is not equal to a predetermined (hardcoded) size."

[9] Rockstar Games Launcher just released! Download and obtain GTA San Andreas for free! - GTA Forums - last accessed on 2019-10-06

[songs-10] 10.0 ^10.1 STEAM - last accessed on 2024-05-03

[11] Verified by User:AlphaYellow on 2024-01-08

[12] SilentPatch - Page 27 - GTA Forums - last accessed on May 2023

[13] SilentPatch - Page 23 - GTA Forums - last accessed on May 2023

[Silent-14] 14.0 ^14.1 ^14.2 ^14.3 ^14.4 ^14.5 ^14.6 ^14.7 ^14.8 Verified by User:Silent on 2017-08-16
All confirmed by the author of the unofficial patch SilentPatch

[ReferenceA-15] Verified by User:AmethystViper on March 31, 2019

[16] Verified by User:AlphaYellow on 2024-01-08

[18] SilentPatch - GTAForums - last accessed on 2022-11-28
"Steam/RGL version of the game will not reject 1.0/1.01 saves anymore"

[19] [PLUG - last accessed on 2024-05-03

[20] SilentPatch - Page 139 - GTAForums - last accessed on May 2023

[21] SilentPatch - Page 91 - GTA Forums - last accessed on May 2023

[22] [REL]Multi-sampling FIX - GTA Forums - last accessed on 9 June 2023

[23] SilentPatch - Page 22 - GTA Forums - last accessed on May 2023

[24] Patch incoming? :: Steam Community Discussions - last accessed on May 2023

[Sandemcref-25] 24.0 ^24.1 ^24.2 Verified by User:Sandemc on 2024-02-16

[DualShock_4-26] 25.0 ^25.1 Verified by User:Amethystviper on 2022-10-13
Tested with a V1 controller connected through USB.

[27] Verified by User:AmethystViper on May 13, 2019

[GTAForums-28] Was somebody able to make DS3-mode in GInput work via DSHIDMini yet?

[29] PC Gaming Surround Sound Round-up - last accessed on May 2023

[30] [GTA - last accessed on 2024-05-03

[31] Gaming - SoundBlaster.com (retrieved) - last accessed on May 2023

[32] Language loader - GTAForums - last accessed on May 2023

[33] SilentPatch - Page 85 - GTA Forums - last accessed on May 2023

[34] [SA Crashes & Their Causes - GTAForums] - last accessed on 2024-02-16

[35] SilentPatch - Page 86 - GTA Forums - last accessed on May 2023

[German_OS_X-36] Problems Launching German Steam Version of San Andreas on Mac – Rockstar Support - last accessed on 2024-05-03

[37] Need Help on Alley Oop Driving School - iGrandTheftAuto.com Forums - last accessed on May 2023

[38] Сборки CLEO-скриптов для GTA III, VC, SA (Page 5) / Модификации / SannyBuilder.com Forums

[highFPS-39] 38.0 ^38.1 ^38.2 Do not play GTA SA with high FPS! - - last accessed on 2024-05-03

[40] SilentPatch - Page 149 - GTAForums - last accessed on May 2023

[41] San Andreas Versions - GTAModding - last accessed on May 2023

[42] GTA San Andreas - Crash with Radio EQ option enabled · DSOAL - last accessed on 9 June 2023

[43] From the Readme, about the frame limiter:
This option allows the game to go faster than 30 [sic] frames per second. Be warned that this will not magically make GRAND THEFT AUTO: San Andreas run better, but rather may make your experience "more variable". We do not recommend unlocking the frame rate. If you have a fast machine, it is far preferable to increase resolution, detail options, anti-aliasing, etc. rather than trying to achieve a higher frame rate by un-locking the Frame Limiter. This will lead to a more variable gameplay experience.

[44] GitHub - last accessed on May 2023

[45] taforums.com - last accessed on May 2023

[aprilsilent-46] 45.0 ^45.1 SilentPatch - Page 141 - GTAForums

[47] SilentPatch - Page 173 - GTAForums - last accessed on May 2023

[junesilent-48] SilentPatch - Page 148 - GTAForums

[49] SilentPatch - Page 99 - GTAForums - last accessed on May 2023

[50] GTA San Andreas black screen during intro - Steam Users' Forums (retrieved) - last accessed on 2024-05-03

[51] ESSENTIAL PATCH (Silent Patch) :: Steam Community Discussions - last accessed on May 2023

[52] GTA SA - Alternative Cheats - Feat. Badger Goodger - last accessed on 2022-03-28

[53] GTA:SA Speedrun Ruined by WASD Cheat (Joshimuz) - last accessed on 2022-03-28

[54] Stream Highlights: 03/2022 - YouTube - last accessed on 2022-11-28

[55] NEW Fix for Sound Problems - GTA Forums - last accessed on May 2023

[56] Fix for some of the audio problems in GTA:SA - GTAForums - last accessed on May 2023

[57] Rain/Thunderstorm Bug - GTAForums - last accessed on May 2023

[Sandemc-58] 57.0 ^57.1 ^57.2 ^57.3 Cite error: Invalid <ref> tag; no text was provided for refs named Sandemc

[59] Verified by User:Amethystviper on 2022-10-13
Ultimate ASI Loader has been updated more recently compared to Silent ASI Loader and this pre-made package I've created uses the latest release from Github as of writing. The original v1 vorbisFile.dll supplied by CLEO 4 is also included.

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Developers

	Rockstar North
macOS (OS X)	TransGaming Inc.
Publishers
	Rockstar Games
Japan	Capcom
Russia	1C-SoftClub
Engines
	RenderWare
Release dates
Windows	June 1, 2005
macOS (OS X) (Cider)	November 12, 2010
Reception
Metacritic	93
IGDB	93
Taxonomy
Monetization	One-time game purchase
Modes	Singleplayer
Pacing	Real-time
Perspectives	Third-person
Controls	Direct control
Genres	Action, Open world, Gambling/casino, Shooter, TPS
Vehicles	Automobile, Bicycle, Bus, Flight, Helicopter, Hovercraft, Motorcycle, Off-roading, Street racing, Tank, Train, Transport, Truck
Art styles	Realistic
Themes	Contemporary, North America
Series	Grand Theft Auto

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+{{disambig|the original 2005 PC release|the remaster|[[Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas – The Definitive Edition]]|the 2014 Microsoft Store re-release|[[Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas 10 Year Anniversary]]}}
 {{Infobox game
 |cover        = Grand Theft Auto San Andreas Cover.jpg
 |developers   =
 {{Infobox game/row/developer|Rockstar North}}
-{{Infobox game/row/developer|War Drum Studios|Microsoft Store|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=http://wardrumstudios.com/wdwp/portfolio/grand-theft-auto-san-andreas/|title=Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas – War Drum Studios|date=2016-5-14}}</ref>}}
 {{Infobox game/row/porter|TransGaming Inc.|OS X}}
 |publishers   =
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 {{Infobox game/row/date|Windows|June 1, 2005}}
 {{Infobox game/row/date|OS X|November 12, 2010|wrapper=Cider}}
+|reception    =
+{{Infobox game/row/reception|Metacritic|grand-theft-auto-san-andreas|93}}
+{{Infobox game/row/reception|IGDB|grand-theft-auto-san-andreas|93}}
+|taxonomy     =
+{{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/monetization      | One-time game purchase }}
+{{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/modes             | Singleplayer }}
+{{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/pacing            | Real-time }}
+{{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/perspectives      | Third-person }}
+{{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/controls          | Direct control }}
+{{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/genres            | Action, Open world, Gambling/Casino, Shooter, TPS }}
+{{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/sports            | }}
+{{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/vehicles          | Automobile, Bicycle, Bus, Flight, Helicopter, Hovercraft, Motorcycle, Off-roading, Street racing, Tank, Train, Transport, Truck }}
+{{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/art styles        | Realistic }}
+{{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/themes            | Contemporary, North America }}
+{{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/series            | Grand Theft Auto }}
 |steam appid  = 12120
 |steam appid side = 12250, 110720, 206270
 |gogcom id    =
+|official site= https://web.archive.org/web/20060308182558/http://www.rockstargames.com/sanandreas/pc/
+|hltb         = 4073
+|lutris       = grand-theft-auto-san-andreas
 |strategywiki = Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas
+|mobygames    = 15393
 |wikipedia    = Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas
 |winehq       = 2599
 |license      = commercial
 }}
-{{Series|Grand Theft Auto}}
-'''Key points'''
+{{Introduction
-{{ii}} Extensive modding community with [[#Modding|thousands of]] mods available. Although unofficial, [[#Multiplayer mods|online mods]] have an active estimated monthly playerbase of over 500,000 players.<ref>[https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/2016/09/15/why-a-million-people-still-play-multiplayer-grand-theft-auto-san-andreas-every-month/ Why A Million People Still Play Multiplayer Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas Every Month | Rock, Paper, Shotgun]</ref>
+|introduction      =
-{{++}} Ability to import owned music to create a custom radio station.
-{{--}} Many visual features are either missing or broken without [http://gtaforums.com/topic/749193-sa-ps2-features-to-pc/ mods], and exceeding 30 FPS introduces [[#Timing-related issues|timing issues]] for gameplay and physics.
+|release history   = The PC version allows importing music files for playback in a custom radio station. Rockstar Games has removed some music tracks from the game due to expired licenses. [[#Downgrading|Downgrade]] to restore.
-{{--}} [[#Downgrading|Downgrading]] is recommended as many community-created fixes and mods have limited or no support for later game versions.
+|current state     = Many visual features from the original PlayStation 2 version of the game are either simplified, missing, or broken in the PC version, and exceeding 30 FPS introduces various [[#Timing-related issues|timing issues]], including game-breaking ones. There are mods available to restore these features back into the PC version; see [[#Restorations/backports|Restorations/backports]].
+}}
 '''General information'''
-{{mm}} [http://www.rockstargames.com/sanandreas/ Official website]
 {{mm}} [http://www.gtaforums.com/index.php?showforum=94 GTAForums - Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas Discussion]
 {{mm}} [http://www.grandtheftwiki.com/Grand_Theft_Auto:_San_Andreas Grand Theft Wiki]
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 ==Availability==
 {{Availability|
-{{Availability/row| Retail | | disc | {{DRM|SecuROM|7}} disc check. <br /> Polish copies use {{DRM|StarForce|5}}. |  |  Windows }}
+{{Availability/row| Retail | | Disc | {{DRM|SecuROM|7}} disc check. <br /> Polish copies use {{DRM|StarForce|5}}.<br>Custom {{term|DRM}} code may sabotage the game in several ways. |  | Windows }}
-{{Availability/row| Publisher | https://www.socialclub.rockstargames.com/rockstar-games-launcher | Rockstar Games Launcher | If the Steam version is detected, it can launch the game through Steam instead. | | Windows }}
+{{Availability/row| Retail | | Disc | Included in ''Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy''.<ref>{{Refcheck|user=AmethystViper|date=2021-10-24|comment=Does not appear to use SecuROM DRM after installing the game from the disc, and running SecuROM's removal tool does not return any instance of SecuROM being installed onto the system while the game was installed. Tested on Windows 10 64-bit. }}</ref> | | Windows, OS X }}
-{{Availability/row| Amazon | B008FPV4N4 | Steam | | | Windows }}
+{{Availability/row| Publisher | https://store.rockstargames.com/game/buy-grand-theft-auto-the-trilogy | Rockstar Games Launcher | Included in ''Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy''. Playable without DRM by using [[#Downgrading|SA RGSC Downgrader]].<ref name="Downgrading">{{Refcheck|user=AmethystViper|date=2020-12-14|comment=Tested on the "Second Edition" (v2.00), Steam (New Steam r2), and the RGL releases and they downgraded them to the v1.0 release of the game.}}</ref> | | Windows }}
-{{Availability/row| GMG | grand-theft-auto-san-andreas | Steam | | | Windows }}
+{{Availability/row| Amazon | B008FPV4N4 | Steam | | | Windows | unavailable }}
-{{Availability/row| Humble | grand-theft-auto-san-andreas | Steam | | | Windows }}
+{{Availability/row| Gamesplanet | 1934-1 | Rockstar Games Launcher |  |  | Windows | unavailable }}
-{{Availability/row| Microsoft Store | 9wzdncrfj1zn | Microsoft Store | Different port of the game, same as the mobile version. | | Windows }}
+{{Availability/row| Games for Windows Marketplace | GFWL | GFWL | <ref>{{Refurl|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110627183438/http://www.gamesforwindows.com:80/en-US/Games/GTA-San-Andreas/|title=Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas - Games for Windows|date=19 August 2022}}</ref> | | Windows | unavailable }}
-{{Availability/row| Steam | 12120 | DRM-free | DRM-free as the November 7, 2014 patch, despite the system requirements stating the game uses {{DRM|SecuROM}}.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190212175748/http://www.rockstarnexus.com/article/208/San-Andreas-updated-on-Steam-removes-songs-and-reverts-fixes|title=San Andreas updated on Steam (Updated) - Rockstar Nexus (archived)|date=2019-07-20}}</ref><ref>{{Refurl|url=https://steamcommunity.com/app/12120/discussions/0/34096318984412375/#c613941122653228443|title=Patch incoming? - Steam Community Discussions|date=2019-07-20}}</ref><ref>{{Refurl|url=https://steamcommunity.com/app/12120/discussions/0/613941122672302625/|title=(False Alarm) Suddenly... Securom DRM listed in requirements! WTF Rockstar? - Steam Community Discussions|date=2019-07-20}}</ref> | | Windows }}
+{{Availability/row| GMG | grand-theft-auto-san-andreas | Rockstar Games Launcher | | | Windows | unavailable }}
+{{Availability/row| Humble | grand-theft-auto-san-andreas | Rockstar Games Launcher | | | Windows | unavailable }}
+{{Availability/row| Steam | 12120 | DRM-free | DRM-free as the November 7, 2014 patch, despite the system requirements stating the game uses {{DRM|SecuROM}}.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190212175748/http://www.rockstarnexus.com/article/208/San-Andreas-updated-on-Steam-removes-songs-and-reverts-fixes|title=San Andreas updated on Steam (Updated) - Rockstar Nexus (archived)|date=2019-07-20}}</ref><ref>{{Refurl|url=https://steamcommunity.com/app/12120/discussions/0/34096318984412375/#c613941122653228443|title=Patch incoming? - Steam Community Discussions|date=2019-07-20}}</ref><ref>{{Refurl|url=https://steamcommunity.com/app/12120/discussions/0/613941122672302625/|title=(False Alarm) Suddenly... Securom DRM listed in requirements! WTF Rockstar? - Steam Community Discussions|date=2019-07-20}}</ref> | | Windows, OS X | unavailable }}
 }}
+{{ii}} If the Steam version is detected, the Rockstar Launcher can launch the game through Steam instead.
+{{ii}} Given for free to anyone who purchased [[Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy – The Definitive Edition|The Definitive Edition]] on the Rockstar Store before June 30, 2022.
+{{ii}} Delisted from Steam on October 13, 2021.
 ===Version differences===
-{{ii}} This game has seen multiple revisions since its initial v1.0 release: v1.01 ("No More Hot Coffee" patch), v2.00 ("Second Edition" re-prints), v3.0 (initial Steam version), and "NewSteam r1/2" (latest Steam revisions).<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://gtamods.com/wiki/San_Andreas_Versions|title=San Andreas Versions - GTAMods Wiki|date=March 2, 2019}}</ref>
+{{ii}} This game has seen multiple revisions since its initial v1.0 release: v1.01 ("No More Hot Coffee" patch), v2.00 ("Second Edition" re-prints), v3.0 (initial Steam version), and "NewSteam r1/2" (latest Steam revisions).<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://gtamods.com/wiki/San_Andreas_Versions|title=San Andreas Versions - GTAMods Wiki|date=March 2, 2019}}</ref>.
-{{ii}} The Microsoft Store version is a completely different port based on the mobile version of the game.
 {{--}} The Second Edition re-prints and Rockstar Games Launcher version have anti-modding measures to prevent major modifications to the game.<ref>{{Refsnip|url=https://gtamods.com/wiki/San_Andreas_Versions|title=San Andreas Versions|date=2019-10-06|snippet=Version 2 has the same bug fixes and additions that were introduced in the 1.01 patch. It also checks the size of the 'gta3.img' file, which causes the game to crash if the size is not equal to a predetermined (hardcoded) size.}}</ref><ref>{{Refurl|url=https://gtaforums.com/topic/935939-get-san-andreas-for-free-when-you-install-the-new-rockstar-games-launcher/?tab=comments#comment-1070904236|title=
-Rockstar Games Launcher just released! Download and obtain GTA San Andreas for free! - GTA Forums|date=2019-10-06}}</ref> See [[#Downgrading|Downgrading]] to make them mod-friendly.
+Rockstar Games Launcher just released! Download and obtain GTA San Andreas for free! - GTA Forums|date=2019-10-06}}</ref>
-{{--}} The Microsoft Store, Steam and Rockstar Games Launcher versions lack some radio songs that were present in the retail release.<ref name=songs>[https://www.neogaf.com/threads/steam-september-2014-nice-thread-btw-bayonetta-2-is-out-next-month.886085/page-68#post-128178422 STEAM | September 2014 - Nice thread. Btw, Bayonetta 2 is out next month. | NeoGAF]</ref> To restore them in Steam and Rockstar Games Launcher versions, see [[#Downgrading|Downgrading]].
+{{--}} Steam and Rockstar Games Launcher versions lack some radio songs that were present in the retail release.<ref name=songs>{{Refurl|url=https://www.neogaf.com/threads/steam-september-2014-nice-thread-btw-bayonetta-2-is-out-next-month.886085/page-68#post-128178422|title=STEAM | September 2014 - Nice thread. Btw, Bayonetta 2 is out next month. | Page 68 | NeoGAF|date=2024-05-03}}</ref>
+ To restore them, see [[#Downgrading|Downgrading]].
+{{ii}} The v1.0 release is most recommended for modding, consider [[#Downgrading|downgrading]] if planning to mod.
+==Monetization==
+{{Monetization
+|ad-supported                =
+|cross-game bonus            =
+|dlc                         =
+|expansion pack              =
+|freeware                    =
+|free-to-play                =
+|one-time game purchase      = The game requires an upfront purchase to access.
+|sponsored                   =
+|subscription                =
+|subscription gaming service =
+}}
+===Microtransactions===
+{{Microtransactions
+|boost               =
+|cosmetic            =
+|currency            =
+|finite spend        =
+|infinite spend      =
+|free-to-grind       =
+|loot box            =
+|none                = None
+|player trading      =
+|time-limited        =
+|unlock              =
+}}
 ==Essential improvements==
-<!-- Do we always require a patch section? And/or should we expect readers still not to have understood the leitmotif of this article? If the answer is yes, we should mention official patches should be avoided to begin with (at least for the rare ~2005 OG retail editions). -->
 ===Downgrading===
 {{ii}} Any save game created previously must be converted. See [[#Incompatible_save_game|here]] for instructions.
-{{++}} Downgrading restores all removed licensed songs from the game for the latest Steam and Rockstar Games Launcher versions, and bypasses modding prevention checks from the Second Edition and Rockstar Games Launcher versions.
+{{++}} Downgrading restores all removed licensed songs from the game for the latest Steam and Rockstar Games Launcher versions and removes modding prevention checks from the Second Edition and Rockstar Games Launcher versions.
-{{--}} US executable that is provided misses French, German and Italian localization support. Check [[#Add more localizations to language menu|fix below]].
+{{--}} US executable that is provided misses French, German and Italian localization support. See [[#Add more localizations to the in-game language option|here]] for restoration.
-{{Fixbox|description=Use San Andreas Downgrader|ref=<ref>{{Refcheck|user=AmethystViper|date=2019-10-06|comment=Tested the new 2019 downgrader on my retail Second Edition copy from the ''"Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy"'' collection, Steam, and Rockstar Games Launcher versions and the respective downgraders were able to downgrade them to the v1.0 release.}}</ref>|fix=
-# Download the [https://gtaforums.com/topic/936600-iii-iv-various-gta-downgraders/ San Andreas Downgrader] for the version of the game you have installed.
+{{Fixbox|description=Use San Andreas Downgrader|ref=<ref name="Downgrading" />|fix=
-# Extract the contents of {{file|SA DOWNGRADER.rar}} (Steam and Rockstar Games Launcher) or {{file|SAv2to1.rar}} (retail Second Edition) to <code>{{p|game}}</code>.
+# Download the [http://downgraders.rockstarvision.com/ San Andreas Downgrader] that matches with the version that is currently installed.
+# Extract the contents of {{file|SA DOWNGRADER.rar}} (Steam and Rockstar Games Launcher) or {{file|SAv2to1.rar}} (retail Second Edition) to {{folder|{{p|game}}}}.
 # Run {{file|install.bat}} to start the downgrading process. The tool will automatically close its command prompt window and remove patch files afterwards.
-# Launch the game from the newly created {{file|gta-sa.exe}} v1.0 executable. It is advised to not use the original executable leftover after downgrading, especially for the Rockstar Games Launcher version as it has problems with the modified files and can undo file changes.
+# Launch the game from the newly created {{file|gta-sa.exe}} v1.0 executable. It is advised to not use the original executable leftover after downgrading, especially for the Rockstar Games Launcher version as it has problems with the modified files and can undo file changes unless it's launched with <code>-scOfflineOnly</code> parameter.
 }}
-===ThirteenAG's Widescreen Fix===
+====Game doesn't start after downgrading====
-{{ii}} Requires a US v1.0 executable.
+{{Fixbox|description=Delete gta_sa.set|ref=<ref>{{Refcheck|user=AlphaYellow|date=2024-01-08}}</ref>|fix=
-{{++}} Adds adjustable FOV and HUD/subtitles scaling.
+# Go to the [[#Game data|configuration file(s) location]].
+# Delete {{file|gta_sa.set}}.
-{{Fixbox|description=How to Install Widescreen Fix|ref=<ref name="ReferenceA">{{Refcheck|user=AmethystViper|date=March 31, 2019|comment=}}</ref>|fix=
-# Download [https://cleo.li/ CLEO Library] and install it.
-# Download [https://thirteenag.github.io/wfp#gtasa Widescreen Fix].
-# Extract the contents of {{file|GTASA.WidescreenFix}} from the zip archive, then copy the {{file|vorbisFile.dll}} and {{file|scripts}} to <code>{{p|game}}</code>
-# Optionally, you can download high quality textures for HUD and loading screens. To do so, download [https://www.gtagarage.com/mods/show.php?id=25380 Widescreen HOR+ Support] and [https://thirteenag.github.io/wfp#gtasa Widescreen Frontend Textures], and copy the <code>models</code> folder from {{file|GTASA.WidescreenFrontend.zip}} and <code>wshps.rar\rel\</code> to <code>{{p|game}}</code>. (Replace the vanilla files when prompted)
-# Use wshps.asi altogether if ThirteenAG's Widescreen Fix doesn't seem to work. 13AG will make HUD smaller, but used altogether, may cause some performance decrease with ENB and/or big texture mods.
 }}
 ===SilentPatch===
-{{ii}} Limited support for the latest Steam (December 9, 2014 update) and Rockstar Games Launcher versions.
+{{ii}} Limited support for the latest Steam (December 9, 2014 update) and Rockstar Games Launcher versions. Consider [[#Downgrading|downgrading]] to take full advantage of the mod.
-{{++}} Fixes many of the bugs introduced in the PC version like bugged sun flare, rotor blades, road reflections and ''some'' frame-rate related issues<ref>[https://gtaforums.com/topic/669045-silentpatch/?page=27#comment-1065600043 SilentPatch - Page 27 - GTA Forums]</ref>
+{{++}} Fixes many of the bugs introduced in the PC version like bugged sun flare, rotor blades, road reflections and ''some'' [[#Timing-related issues|timing issues]].<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://gtaforums.com/topic/669045-silentpatch/?page=27#comment-1065600043|title=SilentPatch - Page 27 - GTA Forums|date=May 2023}}</ref>
-{{++}} Adds new features to the game like FLAC codec support<ref>[https://gtaforums.com/topic/669045-silentpatch/?page=23#comment-1065584011 SilentPatch - Page 23 - GTA Forums]</ref>
+{{++}} Adds new features to the game like FLAC codec support.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://gtaforums.com/topic/669045-silentpatch/?page=23#comment-1065584011|title=SilentPatch - Page 23 - GTA Forums|date=May 2023}}</ref>
-{{Fixbox|description=Download [http://gtaforums.com/topic/669045-iiivcsaasi-silentpatch/ SilentPatch]|ref=<ref name="Silent"/>|fix=
+{{Fixbox|description=Installing SilentPatch|ref=<ref name="Silent"/>|fix=
-Place <code>SilentPatchSA.ini</code> and <code>SilentPatchSA.asi</code> into <code>{{p|game}}\scripts\</code>
+# Download SilentPatch SA [https://cookieplmonster.github.io/mods/gta-sa/ here]
+# Extract the contents of {{file|SilentPatchSA.zip}} into {{folder|{{p|game}}\scripts\}}.
 '''Notes'''
-{{ii}} [[#ASI loader|ASI loader]] required
+{{ii}} [[#ASI Loader|ASI Loader]] required.
+}}
+===ThirteenAG's Widescreen Fix===
+{{++}} Fixes aspect ratio, HUD and FOV for widescreen and ultrawidescreen monitors.
+{{++}} Adds adjustable FOV and HUD/subtitles scaling.
+{{Fixbox|description=Installing ThirteenAG's Widescreen Fix|ref=<ref name="ReferenceA">{{Refcheck|user=AmethystViper|date=March 31, 2019}}</ref>|fix=
+{{ii}} [[#Downgrading|Downgrading]] and [[#ASI Loader|ASI Loader]] required.
+# Download [https://github.com/ThirteenAG/WidescreenFixesPack/releases/tag/gtasa ThirteenAG's Widescreen Fix].
+# Extract the contents of {{file|GTASA.WidescreenFix.zip}} to {{folder|{{p|game}}}}.
+# Optionally, a download for high quality textures for HUD and loading screens is available. To install these, download on the same page Widescreen Frontend and copy the <code>models</code> folder from {{file|GTASA.WidescreenFrontend.zip}} to {{folder|{{p|game}}}}, replacing the stock files when prompted (or use the modloader)
 }}
@@ Line 96: / Line 158: @@
 {{Fixbox|description=Install [[#SilentPatch|SilentPatch]]|ref=<ref name="Silent">{{Refcheck|user=Silent|date=2017-08-16|comment=All confirmed by the author of the unofficial patch '''SilentPatch'''}}</ref>}}
-{{Fixbox|description=Use [http://gtaforums.com/topic/686694-sarel-improved-fast-loader/ Improved Fast Loader]|ref={{cn|date=August 2017}}|fix=
+{{Fixbox|description=Use [https://gtaforums.com/topic/686694-sarel-improved-fast-loader/ Improved Fast Loader]|ref=<ref>{{Refcheck|user=AlphaYellow|date=2024-01-08}}</ref>|fix=
-Place <code>imfast.ini</code> and <code>imfast.asi</code> into <code>{{p|game}}\scripts\</code>
+* Place {{file|imfast.ini}} and {{file|imfast.asi}} into {{folder|{{p|game}}\scripts\}}.
 '''Notes'''
-{{ii}} Can use alongside SilentPatch
+{{ii}} [[#ASI Loader|ASI Loader]] required. Can use alongside SilentPatch.
-{{++}} Offers the ability to load the last used savegame automatically
+{{++}} Offers the ability to load the last used savegame automatically and disable the loading screen, which can speed up loading times considerably.
-{{++}} Offers the ability to disable the loading screen, which can speed up load times considerably
-{{ii}} [[#ASI loader|ASI loader]] required
 }}
 {{Fixbox|description=Launch the game with {{code|-skip}} [[Glossary:Command line arguments|parameter]]|fix=
-'''Notes'''
-{{ii}} Only works for 1.01 and 2.0 versions
-}}
-===Skip device selection===
-<!-- ¿Not *everyone* has more than a single screen. On the other hand this is arguably something *essential* for everybody with more than a single screen-->
-{{ii}} If running more than one monitor, the game will display a message to configure your resolution every time you run the game
-{{Fixbox|description=Use [https://www.gtagarage.com/mods/show.php?id=27863 Skip Device Selection Window]|fix=
-Place <code>SkipDeviceSelection.asi</code> into <code>{{p|game}}\scripts\</code>
 '''Notes'''
-{{ii}} [[#ASI loader|ASI loader]] required
+{{ii}} Only works for 1.01 and 2.0 versions.
 }}
 ==Game data==
-{{ii}} Default configuration/saves folder path can be [https://web.archive.org/web/20100426104226/http://www.gtaforums.com/index.php?showtopic=194371 customized]
+{{ii}} Default configuration/saves folder path can be [https://web.archive.org/web/20100426104226/http://www.gtaforums.com/index.php?showtopic=194371 customized].
 ===Configuration file(s) location===
 {{Game data|
@@ Line 130: / Line 178: @@
 {{Game data/config|OS X|}}
 }}
-{{--}} Configuration file is [http://www.gtamodding.com/index.php?title=Gta_sa.set encrypted], although it could be possible to [http://forums.gtamodding.ru/index.php?showtopic=2823 edit]
+{{--}} Configuration file is [http://www.gtamodding.com/index.php?title=Gta_sa.set encrypted], although it can still be [http://forums.gtamodding.ru/index.php?showtopic=2823 modified].
 ===Save game data location===
 {{Game data|
-{{Game data/saves|Windows|{{p|userprofile\Documents}}\GTA San Andreas User Files\GTASAsf*.b}}
+{{Game data/saves|Windows|{{p|userprofile\Documents}}\GTA San Andreas User Files\}}
-{{Game data/saves|Microsoft Store|{{p|localappdata}}\Packages\RockstarGames.GrandTheftAutoSanAndreas_3t068xe29zjvp\LocalState}}
+{{Game data/saves|OS X|{{p|osxhome}}/Documents/Rockstar Games/GTA San Andreas User Files\}}
-{{Game data/saves|OS X|~/Documents/Rockstar Games/GTA San Andreas User Files/}}
 }}
-{{Fixbox|description=[https://gtaforums.com/topic/899040-the-heros-workshop/ Portable GTA]|fix=
+====Fixing incompatible save game data====
-# Rename the file extension from {{file|portablegta.dll}} to {{file|portablegta.asi}}.
+{{ii}} Save games created with the v2.0 ''executable'' and newer will refuse to load with previous versions.
-# Place the file into <code>{{p|game}}\scripts</code>.
+{{ii}} Saves made with original 1.0 ''scripts'' will fail to load when used with Hot Coffee patched ones, and vice versa. This can be fixed by [https://www.paulinternet.nl/?page=sa converting] them.
-# Run the game, exit, then delete the contents inside <code>{{p|game}}\userfiles</code>.
-# Extract everything from <code>{{p|userprofile\Documents}}\GTA San Andreas User Files</code> to the <code>{{p|game}}\userfiles</code> folder
+{{Fixbox|description=Install [[#SilentPatch|SilentPatch]]|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://gtaforums.com/topic/669045-silentpatch/|title=SilentPatch - GTAForums|snippet=Steam/RGL version of the game will not reject 1.0/1.01 saves anymore|date=2022-11-28}}</ref>|fix=
 '''Notes'''
-{{ii}} Moves the user files to the installation folder
+{{++}} Makes newer versions of the game compatible again with save files created with an older version of the game.
-{{ii}} [[#Downgrading|1.0 version]] and [[#ASI loader|ASI loader]] required
+}}
-{{ii}} Also works with [[Grand Theft Auto III]] and [[#Grand Theft Auto: Vice City|Vice City]].
+{{Fixbox|description=Convert the save files|ref={{cn|date=2022-11-28}}|fix=
+# Go to [https://gtasnp.com/ GTASnP].
+# Upload the save from [[#Game data|save game data location]].
+# Expand the '''Modifications''' section.
+# At '''Downgrade Version''', select the desired version (e.g. downgraded game requires "Script/SCM" version v1, for Steam & Rockstar Games Launcher choose v2).
+# Select the preferred download slot below to download the save.
+# After downloading, place the save back from where it was uploaded on.
+}}
+====Portable GTA====
+{{ii}} [[#Downgrading|Downgrading]] and [[#ASI Loader|ASI Loader]] required.
+{{ii}} This mod moves the user files from {{folder|{{p|userprofile\Documents}}}} to {{folder|{{p|game}}}}.
+{{Fixbox|description=Installing Portable GTA|fix=
+# Download [https://gtaforums.com/topic/899040-the-heros-workshop/ Portable GTA].
+# Rename the file extension from {{file|portablegta.dll}} to {{file|portablegta.asi}}.
+# Move {{file|portablegta.asi}} into {{folder|{{p|game}}\scripts\}}.
+# Launch the game and then quit to desktop, then delete the contents inside {{folder|{{p|game}}\userfiles\}}.
+# Copy/move all user files from {{folder|{{p|userprofile\Documents}}\GTA San Andreas User Files\}} into the Portable GTA's {{folder|{{p|game}}\userfiles\}}.
 }}
 ===[[Glossary:Save game cloud syncing|Save game cloud syncing]]===
 {{Save game cloud syncing
-|discord                =
+|discord                   =
-|discord notes          =
+|discord notes             =
-|epic games store       =
+|epic games launcher       =
-|epic games store notes =
+|epic games launcher notes =
-|gog galaxy             =
+|gog galaxy                =
-|gog galaxy notes       =
+|gog galaxy notes          =
-|origin                 =
+|origin                    =
-|origin notes           =
+|origin notes              =
-|steam cloud            = false
+|steam cloud               = false
-|steam cloud notes      =
+|steam cloud notes         =
-|uplay                  =
+|ubisoft connect           =
-|uplay notes            =
+|ubisoft connect notes     =
-|xbox cloud             =
+|xbox cloud                =
-|xbox cloud notes       =
+|xbox cloud notes          =
 }}
+{{ii}} Uses Rockstar Social Club's save game and settings cloud sync function.
-===Incompatible save game===
+==Video==
-{{ii}} Save games created with the v2.0 ''executable'' and newer will refuse to load with previous versions
-{{ii}} Saves made with original 1.0 ''scripts'' will fail to load when used with Hot Coffee patched ones, and vice versa. This can be fixed by [https://www.paulinternet.nl/?page=sa converting] them
-{{Fixbox|description=Convert saves|fix=
-# Go to the [[#Game data|save game data location]]
-# Upload & convert your save file to [https://gtasnp.com/ GTA Save 'n' Play].
-# Use the Modifications panel to fix what you need (e.g. downgraded game requires "Script/SCM" version v1)
-# Download fixed save back with the save slot name of choice
-}}
-==Video settings==
 {{Image|GTA-SA Display.jpg|Display options}}
 {{Image|GTA-SA Display-advanced.jpg|Advanced display options}}
-{{Video settings
+{{Video
 |wsgf link                  = https://www.wsgf.org/dr/grand-theft-auto-san-andreas
 |widescreen wsgf award      = limited
@@ Line 189: / Line 245: @@
 |4k ultra hd wsgf award     = incomplete
 |widescreen resolution      = limited
-|widescreen resolution notes= Very poor support by default.<ref>[http://gtaforums.com/topic/669618-plugos-widescreen-hor-support/#comment-1064409413 &#91;PLUG|OS&#93; Widescreen {{term|HOR+}} Support - GTA Forums]</ref> See [[#Widescreen resolution|Widescreen resolution]].
+|widescreen resolution notes= 16:9 options added in v1.01. Very poor support by default.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://gtaforums.com/topic/669618-plugos-widescreen-hor-support/|title=[PLUG|OS] Widescreen HOR+ Support - Scripts & Plugins - GTAForums|date=2024-05-03}}</ref> See [[#Widescreen resolution|Widescreen resolution]].
 |multimonitor               = hackable
-|multimonitor notes         = See [[#Widescreen resolution|Widescreen resolution]].
+|multimonitor notes         = See [[#Widescreen resolution|Widescreen resolution]] and [[#Device selection window opens at launch|Device selection window]].
 |ultrawidescreen            = hackable
 |ultrawidescreen notes      = See [[#Widescreen resolution|Widescreen resolution]].
@@ Line 202: / Line 258: @@
 |borderless windowed        = hackable
 |borderless windowed notes  = See [[#Windowed|Windowed]].
-|anisotropic                = false
+|anisotropic                = hackable
-|anisotropic notes          =
+|anisotropic notes          = See [[#Anisotropic filtering (AF)|Anisotropic filtering (AF)]].
 |antialiasing               = true
-|antialiasing notes         = 2x-4x [[MSAA]]. Misleading in-game selector.<ref>[http://gtaforums.com/topic/669045-silentpatch/page-139#entry1068599891 SilentPatch - Page 139 - GTAForums]</ref> See [[#Broken reflections when AA is enabled|Broken reflections when AA is enabled]] for up to 16x.
+|antialiasing notes         = 2x-4x [[MSAA]], misleading in-game selector.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://gtaforums.com/topic/669045-silentpatch/page-139#entry1068599891|title=SilentPatch - Page 139 - GTAForums|date=May 2023}}</ref><br>See [[#Broken reflections when anti-aliasing is enabled (Windows 10 and newer)|Broken reflections when anti-aliasing is enabled]] for up to 16x.
+|upscaling                  = false
+|upscaling tech             =
+|upscaling notes            =
 |vsync                      = true
-|vsync notes                = Automatically enabled with frame limiter<ref>[http://gtaforums.com/topic/669045-iiivcsaasi-silentpatch/page-91#entry1066683834 SilentPatch - Page 91 - GTA Forums]</ref>
+|vsync notes                = Automatically enabled with frame limiter.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://gtaforums.com/topic/669045-iiivcsaasi-silentpatch/page-91#entry1066683834|title=SilentPatch - Page 91 - GTA Forums|date=May 2023}}</ref>
 |60 fps                     = false
-|60 fps notes               = In-game frame limiter is mandatory to prevent a huge amount of [[#Timing-related issues|glitches]].<ref>[https://gtaforums.com/topic/556386-relsa-multi-sampling-fix/#comment-1062804390 &#91;REL&#93;Multi-sampling FIX - GTA Forums]</ref> <br />Proper 30 FPS cap can be reached with [[#SilentPatch|SilentPatch]] (25 FPS otherwise)<ref>[https://gtaforums.com/topic/669045-silentpatch/?page=22#comment-1065569622 SilentPatch - Page 22 - GTA Forums]</ref>. Several issues are fixed by limiting the game at 60 FPS (instead of turning off the frame limiter) and installing Framerate Vigilante.
+|60 fps notes               = Limiting framerate is mandatory to prevent a huge amount of [[#Timing-related issues|timing-related issues]].<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://gtaforums.com/topic/556386-relsa-multi-sampling-fix/#comment-1062804390|title=&#91;REL&#93;Multi-sampling FIX - GTA Forums|date=9 June 2023}}</ref> <br />In-game framerate limiter locks to 25 FPS by default - use [[#SilentPatch|SilentPatch]] to change that to 30 FPS.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://gtaforums.com/topic/669045-silentpatch/?page=22#comment-1065569622|title=SilentPatch - Page 22 - GTA Forums|date=May 2023}}</ref><br>The Framerate Vigilante mod is partially addressing the issues.
 |120 fps                    = false
 |120 fps notes              =
-|hdr                        = unknown
+|hdr                        = false
 |hdr notes                  =
-|color blind                = unknown
+|color blind                = false
 |color blind notes          =
 }}
 ===[[Glossary:Widescreen resolution|Widescreen resolution]]===
-{{--}} Game normally renders stretched images. In-game widescreen option uses correct Aspect Ratio but cuts view ({{term|Vert-}}). Use [[#ThirteenAG's Widescreen Fix|ThirteenAG's Widescreen Fix]] for proper widescreen support.
+{{--}} Game normally renders stretched image when using a widescreen resolution. In-game widescreen option uses correct aspect-ratio but cuts view ({{term|Vert-}}).
-{{ii}} [[#SilentPatch|SilentPatch]] restores 5:4 and 16:9 resolutions with non-1.01 and non-2.0 versions,<ref>[https://steamcommunity.com/app/12120/discussions/0/34096318984412375/#c613941122668260085 Patch incoming? :: Steam Community Discussions]</ref> albeit far from perfection
+{{ii}} [[#SilentPatch|SilentPatch]] restores 5:4 and 16:9 resolutions back to v1.0, but does not fix the stretching.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://steamcommunity.com/app/12120/discussions/0/34096318984412375/#c613941122668260085|title=Patch incoming? :: Steam Community Discussions|date=May 2023}}</ref>
+{{Fixbox|description=Use [[#ThirteenAG's_Widescreen_Fix|ThirteenAG's Widescreen Fix]]|ref=<ref name=Sandemcref>{{Refcheck|user=Sandemc|date=2024-02-16}}</ref>}}
-===[[Glossary:Windowed|Windowed]]===
+===[[Glossary:Field of view (FOV)|Field of view (FOV)]]===
-{{Fixbox|description=Use [http://gtaforums.com/topic/865138-windowed-mode/ ThirteenAG's Windowed Mode]|ref=<ref>{{Refcheck|user=Klumb3r|date=2017-09-04}}</ref>|fix=
+{{Fixbox|description=Use SAMP FOV Changer|ref={{cn|date=2022-10-13|reason=}}|fix=
+# Download the latest version of SAMP FOV Changer [https://github.com/Whitetigerswt/samp-fov-changer/releases here].
+# Place the downloaded {{file|fov.asi}} into {{folder|{{p|game}}\scripts\}}.
+# Launch the game, then quit to desktop.
+# Open the newly generated {{file|fov.cfg}} in {{folder|{{p|game}}\scripts\}} with a text editor to customize FOV.
-Place {{file|III.VC.SA.WindowedMode.asi}} and (optionally) {{file|III.VC.SA.CoordsManager.exe}} into {{code|{{P|game}}\scripts\}}
+'''Notes'''
+{{ii}} [[#Downgrading|Downgrading]] and [[#ASI Loader|ASI Loader]] required.
+{{--}} Zooming with sniper rifle and camera won't work properly.{{cn|date=2024-02-16}}
+}}
-'''Shortcuts'''
+===[[Glossary:Windowed|Windowed]]===
-* {{Key|Alt|Enter}} toggles Fullscreen/Windowed modes
+{{Fixbox|description=Use [https://www.mixmods.com.br/2022/10/iii-vc-sa-windowed-mode/ Windowed Mode]|ref=<ref name=Sandemcref/>}}
-* {{Key|Ctrl|Enter}} toggles Border/Borderless modes
-* {{Key|Shift|Enter}} toggles Coords Manager menu
+{{Fixbox|description=Create {{file|wndmode.ini}} in {{folder|{{p|game}}}} with [[#ASI Loader|Ultimate ASI Loader]] installed|ref=<ref name=Sandemcref/>|fix=
 '''Notes'''
-{{ii}} [[#Downgrading|1.0 version]] and [[#ASI loader|ASI loader]] required
+{{--}} Breaks the missing moon phases fix from [[#SilentPatch|SilentPatch]]{{cn|date=2024-02-16}}.
 }}
-{{Fixbox|description=Use [[#ThirteenAG's Widescreen Fix|ThirteenAG's Widescreen Fix]] and create a {{file|wndmode.ini}} file in <code>{{p|game}}</code>|ref=<ref>{{Refcheck|user=AmethystViper|date=March 31, 2019|comment=This method seems to be the only one that worked as ThirteenAG's Window Mode ASI causes constant crashes with the latest version of Widescreen Fix.}}</ref>|fix=
+===[[Glossary:Anisotropic filtering (AF)|Anisotropic filtering (AF)]]===
-}}
+{{--}} The game does not use anisotropic filtering by default.
-===[[Glossary:Field of view (FOV)|Field of view (FOV)]]===
+{{Fixbox|description=Use [https://www.mixmods.com.br/2022/03/sa-mixsets/ MixSets]|ref={{cn|date=2024-02-16|reason=Sandemc: didn't test}}|fix=
-{{Fixbox|description=Use [https://github.com/Whitetigerswt/samp-fov-changer/releases GTA: SA FOV Changer]|fix=
+# Download [https://www.mixmods.com.br/2022/03/sa-mixsets/ the mod].
-# Place <code>fov.asi</code> into <code>{{p|game}}\scripts\</code>.
+# Extract {{folder|EN\MixSets\}} from the archive to {{folder|{{p|game}}\scripts\}}.
-# Start and exit the game.
+# Configure {{file|MixSets.ini}} as required.
-# Open <code>fov.cfg</code> to customize FOV.
 '''Notes'''
-{{ii}} [[#Downgrading|1.0 version]] and [[#ASI loader|ASI loader]] required
+{{ii}} [[#ASI Loader|ASI Loader]] required.
-{{--}} Zooming with sniper rifle and camera won't work properly.
 }}
-{{Fixbox|description=Change driving FOV|ref={{cn}}|fix=
-Use [https://github.com/ThirteenAG/III.VC.SA.CLEOScripts/releases/tag/carfov Car Speed Dependant FOV] (requires CLEO).
+===Run the game at screen refresh rate===
+{{--}} Fullscreen mode defaults to 60 Hz, even if the screen refresh rate is set higher than that.
+{{Fixbox|description=Set screen refresh rate|ref={{cn|date=2022-10-13}}|fix=
+# Install Special K by following the [https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=933337066 Unofficial Special K Guide]. Manual local installation is recommended.
+# Go to the installation folder and rename {{file|SpecialK32.dll}} to {{file|dinput8.dll}}.
+# Start the game once and close it to allow the configuration file of Special K to be created.
+# Open {{file|{{p|game}}\dinput8.ini}}.
+# Change <code>RefreshRate=-1</code> to <code>RefreshRate=0</code> under <code>[Render.FrameRate]</code>.
 }}
-===[[Glossary:Anti-aliasing (AA)|Anti-aliasing (AA)]]===
+{{Fixbox|description=Override refresh rate set by game|ref={{cn|date=2024-02-16}}|fix=
-{{Fixbox|description=Enable [[SGSSAA]]|ref=<ref>[https://forums.guru3d.com/threads/nvidia-anti-aliasing-guide-updated.357956/ Nvidia Anti-Aliasing Guide (updated) | guru3D Forums]</ref>|fix=
+# Install [[#ThirteenAG's Widescreen Fix|ThirteenAG's Widescreen Fix]].
-# Install [[#SilentPatch|SilentPatch]] and enable 8x MSAA in game.
+# Download [https://helixmod.blogspot.com/2013/02/chiris-force-certain-resolutionhertz.html Chiri's resolution forcing tool].
-# Download and open [[Nvidia Profile Inspector]].
+# Extract {{file|d3d9.dll}} and {{file|d3dx.ini}} to {{folder|{{p|game}}}}.
-# Select the game profile.
+# Open {{file|d3dx.ini}}.
-# Set Antialiasing compatibility to ''0x00001000''.
+# Change <code>refresh_rate=60</code> to desired hertz; e.g. <code>refresh_rate=120</code>.
-# Set Antialiasing - Mode to ''Enhance the application setting''.
+}}
-# Set Antialiasing - Transparency Supersampling to ''8x Sparse Grid Supersampling''.
+{{Fixbox|description=Install [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/2736-refreshratefix-by-darkp1xel RefreshRateFix]|ref={{cn|date=2024-02-16}}|fix=
 '''Notes'''
-{{ii}} For better performance, decrease aforementioned settings to 2x or 4x.
+{{ii}} [[#ASI Loader|ASI Loader]] required.
 }}
-==Input settings==
+==Input==
 {{Image|GTA-SA Input.jpg|Input settings}}
 {{Image|GTA-SA Mouse.jpg|Mouse settings}}
-{{Input settings
+{{Input
 |key remap                 = true
 |key remap notes           =
 |acceleration option       = true
-|acceleration option notes = Can be further adjusted with [http://gtaforums.com/topic/763682-asirelwip-hardware-mouse-support/ hardware mouse plugin] (link down) and [https://forum.sa-mp.nl/showthread.php?tid=25069#pid337359 sensitivity fix], both fixes however require an [[#ASI loader|ASI loader]].
+|acceleration option notes = Can be further adjusted with [https://forum.sa-mp.nl/showthread.php?tid=25069#pid337359 sensitivity fix]{{cn|date=2022-10-13}} (requires [[#ASI Loader|ASI Loader]]).
-|mouse sensitivity         = true
+|mouse sensitivity         = limited
-|mouse sensitivity notes   = Only X-axis by default. Use [[#SilentPatch|SilentPatch]] to tie both axes.
+|mouse sensitivity notes   = Mouse Sensitivity slider only affects the X-axis. Use [[#SilentPatch|SilentPatch]] to tie sensitivity to both axes.
 |mouse menu                = true
 |mouse menu notes          =
 |invert mouse y-axis       = true
 |invert mouse y-axis notes =
+|touchscreen               = false
+|touchscreen notes         =
 |controller support        = true
-|controller support notes  = Very basic support. [[#GInput|GInput]] or [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/20-san-andreas-advanced-control-2-64-bit-fix/ SAAC] are recommended.
+|controller support notes  = Very basic support for DirectInput controllers on v1.0.
-|full controller           = hackable
+|full controller           = true
-|full controller notes     = Native in the Steam version. Use [[#GInput|GInput]] otherwise.
+|full controller notes     = Native in the Steam version only. Use [[#GInput|GInput]] for full support on other versions.
 |controller remap          = true
-|controller remap notes    =
+|controller remap notes    = Can be remapped by adding <code>ControlsSet=*</code> at section <code>[Pad1]</code> in {{file|GInputSA.ini}} when using [[#GInput|GInput]]. '''1''' for classic controls and '''2''' for direct controls.
 |controller sensitivity    = hackable
-|controller sensitivity notes= Use [[#GInput|GInput]] and adjust sensitivity options in <code>GInputSA.ini</code>
+|controller sensitivity notes= Use [[#GInput|GInput]] and adjust sensitivity options in {{file|GInputSA.ini}}.
 |invert controller y-axis  = true
 |invert controller y-axis notes=
-|touchscreen               = true
-|touchscreen notes         = Microsoft Store version only.
 |xinput controllers        = hackable
-|xinput controllers notes  = Basic XInput support in the Steam/RGL version. Use [[#GInput|GInput]] for improved XInput controller support.
+|xinput controllers notes  = Limited XInput support only in the Steam/RGL version. Use [[#GInput|GInput]] for full XInput support.
 |xbox prompts              = hackable
-|xbox prompts notes        = Can be enabled through [[#GInput|GInput]].
+|xbox prompts notes        = Uses generic button prompts. Xbox prompts can be used with [[#GInput|GInput]].
 |impulse triggers          = false
 |impulse triggers notes    =
-|dualshock 4               = false
+|dualshock 4               = hackable
-|dualshock 4 notes         =
+|dualshock 4 notes         = [[#GInput|GInput]] only supports DualShock 3 controllers, not DualShock 4 or DualSense. Use an [[Controller:DualShock 4#XInput wrapping|XInput wrapper]] in tandem with GInput as a workaround.<ref name="DualShock 4">{{Refcheck|user=Amethystviper|date=2022-10-13|comment=Tested with a V1 controller connected through USB.}}</ref>
 |dualshock prompts         = hackable
-|dualshock prompts notes   = Can be enabled through [[#GInput|GInput]].
+|dualshock prompts notes   = Uses generic button prompts. PlayStation prompts can be used with [[#GInput|GInput]].
 |light bar support         = false
 |light bar support notes   =
-|dualshock 4 modes         = Wired
+|dualshock 4 modes         = USB
-|dualshock 4 modes notes   =
+|dualshock 4 modes notes   = <ref name="DualShock 4"/>
 |tracked motion controllers= unknown
 |tracked motion controllers notes =
@@ Line 311: / Line 384: @@
 |tracked motion prompts notes =
 |other controllers         = true
-|other controllers notes   = Supports DirectInput in non-Steam version while basic XInput support was added to the Steam version.
+|other controllers notes   = Supports DirectInput in non-Steam/RGL version while basic XInput support was added to the Steam version.
-|other button prompts      = DualShock, Xbox, Nintendo, Generic
+|other button prompts      = generic
-|other button prompts notes= DualShock and Xbox prompts require [[#GInput|GInput]]. For Wii prompts use this [http://www.gtagarage.com/mods/download.php?f=37842 GInput addon].
+|other button prompts notes= [[#GInput|GInput]] can be configured to use Xbox or PlayStation prompts. For Nintendo Wii prompts, use this [http://www.gtagarage.com/mods/download.php?f=37842 GInput addon]. An alternative GInput icons pack can be found [https://gtaforums.com/topic/887527-ash_735s-workshop/page/2/#comment-1071443936 here].
 |controller hotplug        = hackable
-|controller hotplug notes  = See [[#GInput|GInput]].
+|controller hotplug notes  = Use [[#GInput|GInput]].
 |haptic feedback           = hackable
-|haptic feedback notes     = See [[#GInput|GInput]].
+|haptic feedback notes     = Use [[#GInput|GInput]] for XInput and DualShock 3 controllers.
 |simultaneous input        = true
 |simultaneous input notes  =
@@ Line 333: / Line 406: @@
 ===GInput===
-{{ii}} [[#Downgrading|v1.0]] and an [[#ASI loader|ASI loader]] are required.
 {{++}} Adds full XInput and [[Controller: DualShock 3|DualShock 3]] controller support with relevant controller prompts.
-{{++}} Restores haptic feedback from console versions.
+{{++}} Supports pressure sensitive buttons and SIXAXIS accelerometers.
+{{++}} Restores haptic feedback present on the console versions.
 {{++}} Features various tweaks such as controller sensitivity, axis inversion, and controller layout from [[Grand Theft Auto IV]].
-{{Fixbox|description=Installing GInput|ref=<ref>{{Refcheck|user=AmethystViper|date=May 13, 2019|comment=}}</ref>|fix=
+{{Fixbox|description=Installing GInput|ref=<ref>{{Refcheck|user=AmethystViper|date=May 13, 2019}}</ref>|fix=
 # Download GInputSA [https://gtaforums.com/topic/562765-ginput/ here].
-# Extract the contents of {{file|GInputSA_*.zip}}, and copy the {{file|models}} folder, {{file|GInputSA.asi}}, and {{file|GInputSA.ini}} files into <code>{{p|game}}</code>.
+# Extract the contents of {{file|GInputSA_*.zip}}, and copy the {{file|models}} folder, {{file|GInputSA.asi}}, and {{file|GInputSA.ini}} files into {{folder|{{p|game}}\scripts\}}.
-# Open {{file|GInputSA.ini}} with a text editor and configure your desired settings.
+# Open {{file|GInputSA.ini}} with a text editor and configure the desired settings.
-}}
-===RAW input===
+'''Notes'''
-{{Fixbox|description=Download [https://fearless-assassins.com/files/file/1656-rinput/ RInput]|ref={{cn|May 2019}}|fix=
+{{ii}} [[#Downgrading|Downgrading]] and [[#ASI Loader|ASI Loader]] required.
-# Create a shortcut to {{file|RInput.exe}}.
+{{ii}} Works with [https://docs.nefarius.at/projects/DsHidMini/ DsHidMini], but requires to drop DsHidMini's xinput1_3.dll into the game directory.<ref name="GTAForums">[https://gtaforums.com/topic/562765-ginput/?do=findComment&comment=1071745499 Was somebody able to make DS3-mode in GInput work via DSHIDMini yet?]</ref>
-# Right-click the newly created shortcut, go to Properties, then add a space followed by "{{code|gta_sa.exe}}" (or {{code|gta-sa.exe}}) without the quotation marks in the Target box (e.g. {{code| "...\RInput 1.44\RInput.exe" gta_sa.exe}}).
-# Run Rinput through the shortcut.
-}}
-===Toggle aim down sights===
-{{Fixbox|description=Create AutoHotkey script|ref={{cn|May 2019}}|fix=
-# Download [https://www.autohotkey.com/ AutoHotkey]
-# Copy the [https://autohotkey.com/boards/viewtopic.php?p=90462&sid=8b2982bf83882e6a28adf1e9ccddfa9c#p90462 code] to the clipboard (CTRL+C).
-# Open AutoHotkey,  go to File>Edit script, paste the code in Notepad.
-# Change "Fallout4" to "GTA: San Andreas" in the Notepad, save.
-# Reload Script in AutoHotkey
-{{ii}} It is not working perfectly (you may need to hold a RMB for a short time)
 }}
-===Y-Axis Sensitivity Fix===
+==Audio==
-{{Fixbox|description=[https://www.gtagarage.com/mods/show.php?id=24929 Download]|ref=|fix=
-Y-axis sensitivity is a constant value, while X-axis sensitivity can be adjusted from options. This makes the movement of mouse hard to control, as your mouse won't move vertically the same amount as it does horizontally. This small script re-writes Y-axis sensitivity to same value as X-axis sensitivity to fix this problem.
-# Install CLEO (provided with ASI loader, requires [http://www.un4seen.com/download.php?bass24 bass.dll] in game folder)
-# Copy SensitivityFix.cs into your CLEO folder
-}}
-===Ginput for Wooting by Silent===
-{{Fixbox|description=[https://dev.wooting.nl/spotlight/ginput-wooting-wooting-integration-for-gta-iii-vice-city-and-san-andreas-by-silent/ Download]|ref=|fix= It allows for analog keys to be utilized in Wooting keyboards, but it can also be used to enable use of a gamepad and mouse at the same time. That can come in useful for steam controller users.
-{{ii}} [[#Downgrading|v1.0]] is required.
-# Drag all the files '''except''' for "wooting-analog-sdk.dll" "wooting-rgb-sdk.dll" and "Wooting-ReadMe.txt" in your GTA San Andreas folder (where the game executable is)
-# Open GInputSA.ini with a text editor and change "ControlSet=1 to ControlSet=2 if you want GTA IV style default layout for your xinput device. Change FreeAim=0 to FreeAim=1 if you want to disable auto-aim
-# If more detailed information is needed the original instructions are [https://old.reddit.com/r/SteamController/comments/am2fa2/gta_san_andreas_mixed_input_support_with_analog/ here]
-}}
-==Audio settings==
 {{Image|GTA-SA Audio.jpg|Audio panel}}
-{{Audio settings
+{{Audio
 |separate volume          = true
-|separate volume notes    = Independent radio and effects volume.
+|separate volume notes    = Separate sliders for SFX and Radio.
 |surround sound           = true
-|surround sound notes     = Up to 7.0 output<ref>[http://satsun.org/audio/ PC Gaming Surround Sound Round-up]</ref> May require [[Glossary:Sound card#DirectSound hardware path|DirectSound 3D restoration software]].
+|surround sound notes     = Up to 7.0 output.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://satsun.org/audio/|title=PC Gaming Surround Sound Round-up|date=May 2023}}</ref> May require [[Glossary:Sound card#DirectSound hardware path|DirectSound 3D restoration software]].
 |subtitles                = true
 |subtitles notes          =
@@ Line 389: / Line 433: @@
 |closed captions notes    =
 |mute on focus lost       = hackable
-|mute on focus lost notes = [[#Widescreen resolution|Widescreen resolution]] can be used to toggle behavior<ref>[http://gtaforums.com/topic/547841-gtanfsmpother-widescreen-fixes-pack/?p=1066555460 &#91;GTA|NFS|MP|OTHER&#93; Widescreen Fixes Pack - GTA Forums]</ref>
+|mute on focus lost notes = Use [[#ThirteenAG's Widescreen Fix|ThirteenAG's Widescreen fix]].<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://gtaforums.com/topic/547841-gtanfsmpother-widescreen-fixes-pack/?p=1066555460|title=[GTA|NFS|MP|OTHER] Widescreen Fixes Pack - Page 39 - Scripts & Plugins - GTAForums|date=2024-05-03}}</ref>
 |eax support              = true
-|eax support notes        = EAX 1, EAX 2, EAX 3, EAX 4<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20060324154224/http://soundblaster.com/gaming/gta/ Gaming - SoundBlaster.com (retrieved)]</ref>
+|eax support notes        = EAX 1, EAX 2, EAX 3 and EAX 4.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20060324154224/http://soundblaster.com/gaming/gta/|title=Gaming - SoundBlaster.com (retrieved)|date=May 2023}}</ref>
+|royalty free audio       = false
+|royalty free audio notes =
 }}
+{{ii}} Newer versions of the game, such as the current ones on Steam and Rockstar Games Launcher, have had several licensed music tracks removed.<ref name=songs/> [[#Downgrading|Downgrade]] to a previous version to restore them.
+{{ii}} To enable EAX on Vista or newer, see [[Glossary:Sound card#DirectSound hardware path|DirectSound hardware path]].
-{{ii}} Newer versions of the game, such as the current ones on Steam and Rockstar Games Launcher, have had licensed music tracks removed<ref name=songs/>. [[#Downgrading|Downgrade]] to a previous version to restore them.
+===[https://gtaforums.com/topic/957917-sa-uncompressed-sfx-pack/ Uncompressed SFX Pack]===
-{{ii}} To enable EAX (4) on Vista or newer, use [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/68-creative-alchemy/ Creative Alchemy]. For non-Creative cards see [http://forums.thedarkmod.com/topic/18249-tutorial-how-to-setup-eax-for-tdm-on-any-soundcard/ here]
+{{++}} Restores uncompressed versions of vanilla sound effects to the game.
 {{L10n|content=
@@ Line 411: / Line 459: @@
   |subtitles = hackable
   |fan       = true
-  |notes     = Fan translation, [http://ma4um.forumaroc.net/t2-gta-san-andreas download].
+  |notes     = [http://ma4um.forumaroc.net/t2-gta-san-andreas Fan translation].
-}}
-{{L10n/switch
- |language  = Brazilian Portuguese
- |interface = hackable
- |audio     = false
- |subtitles = hackable
- |fan       = true
- |notes     = Fan translation, [https://www.mixmods.com.br/2016/09/traducao-pt-br-2016-nova-para-gta-sa.html download].
 }}
 {{L10n/switch
@@ Line 427: / Line 467: @@
   |subtitles = hackable
   |fan       = true
-  |notes     = Fan translation, [http://www.gta.cz/san-andreas/download/gta-san-andreas-cestina-2-0 download].
+  |notes     = [http://www.gta.cz/san-andreas/download/gta-san-andreas-cestina-2-0 Fan translation].
 }}
 {{L10n/switch
@@ Line 442: / Line 482: @@
   |subtitles = true
   |notes     =
+}}
+{{L10n/switch
+ |language  = Hungarian
+ |interface = hackable
+ |audio     = false
+ |subtitles = hackable
+ |notes     = [https://magyaritasok.hu/magyaritasok/grand-theft-auto-san-andreas/grand-theft-auto-san-andreas/647 Fan translation].
+ |fan       = true
 }}
 {{L10n/switch
@@ Line 449: / Line 497: @@
   |subtitles = true
   |notes     =
+}}
+{{L10n/switch
+ |language  = Japanese
+ |interface = hackable
+ |audio     = false
+ |subtitles = hackable
+ |notes     = Fan translation, ASI script available [https://github.com/kagikn/JPNPatchSA/releases here]. Requires the fonts and gxt from the creator's website, [https://kagikn.com/gtasa-kanji-cinecaption-font available] [https://kagikn.com/gtasa-better-kanji-gxt here].
+ |fan       = true
+}}
+{{L10n/switch
+ |language  = Korean
+ |interface = hackable
+ |audio     = false
+ |subtitles = hackable
+ |notes     = [https://nightly.tistory.com/101 Fan translation].
+ |fan       = true
 }}
 {{L10n/switch
@@ Line 455: / Line 519: @@
   |audio     = false
   |subtitles = true
-  |notes     = Official translation, [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/1219-gta-san-andreas-polish-translation/ download].
+  |notes     = Local retail only. Patch for digital release can be downloaded [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/2344-grand-theft-auto-the-trilogy-polish-translations here] or [https://www.polonizacje.pl/gta-san-andreas-spolszczenie/ here].
+}}
+{{L10n/switch
+ |language  = Portuguese
+ |interface = hackable
+ |audio     = false
+ |subtitles = hackable
+ |fan       = true
+ |notes     = [https://archive.org/details/traducao-gta-portugues-portugal-pt-pt Fan translation].
+}}
+{{L10n/switch
+ |language  = Brazilian Portuguese
+ |interface = hackable
+ |audio     = hackable
+ |subtitles = hackable
+ |fan       = true
+ |notes     = [https://www.mediafire.com/file/q36s6h9ebck9fh1/PC_NEMESISFANDUBS_GTA_SA_DUBLADO.zip Fan translation (sub+dub)]. Audio and voice: Nemesis Fandubs. Player and some NPCs are not dubbed but gangs are.
 }}
 {{L10n/switch
@@ Line 462: / Line 542: @@
   |audio     = false
   |subtitles = true
-  |notes     = Official localization by «1C-Softclub» retail version, [https://libertycity.ru/files/gta-san-andreas/55627-rusifikator-dlja-steam-versii.html download]
+  |notes     = [https://libertycity.ru/files/gta-san-andreas/55627-rusifikator-dlja-steam-versii.html Official localization by «1C-Softclub»].
   |fan       = false
 }}
@@ Line 470: / Line 550: @@
   |audio     = false
   |subtitles = hackable
-  |notes     = 1) [https://enpy.net/forum/files/file/15-grand-theft-auto-san-andreas/ Fan translation by «ENPY Studio/Sherhan Group/®‡™Mad?Dogg™‡® Crew/SerGEAnt's Zone Of Games»]<br>2) Unofficial localization – [https://libertycity.ru/files/gta-san-andreas/51472-potrachennyjj-rusifikator.html «Потраченный перевод»]
+  |notes     = 1) [https://enpy.net/forum/files/file/15-grand-theft-auto-san-andreas/ Fan translation by «ENPY Studio/Sherhan Group/®‡™Mad?Dogg™‡® Crew/SerGEAnt's Zone Of Games»]<br>2) [https://libertycity.ru/files/gta-san-andreas/51472-potrachennyjj-rusifikator.html «Потраченный перевод»] 3) Fan translation by [https://libertycity.ru/files/gta-san-andreas/195788-mskl-rusifikator.html MSKL]
+ |fan       = true
+}}
+{{L10n/switch
+ |language  = Serbian
+ |interface = hackable
+ |audio     = false
+ |subtitles = hackable
   |fan       = true
+ |notes     = [https://www.mediafire.com/file/3rj958nh4dnvxeo/american.gxt/file Fan translation].
 }}
 {{L10n/switch
@@ Line 479: / Line 567: @@
   |subtitles = hackable
   |fan       = true
-  |notes     = Fan translation, [http://www.gta.cz/san-andreas/clanek/preklady download].
+  |notes     = [http://www.gta.cz/san-andreas/clanek/preklady Fan translation].
 }}
 {{L10n/switch
@@ Line 487: / Line 575: @@
   |subtitles = true
   |notes     =
+}}
+{{L10n/switch
+ |language  = Latin American Spanish
+ |interface = hackable
+ |audio     = false
+ |subtitles = hackable
+ |notes     = [https://www.moddb.com/mods/gta-san-andreas-mod-latino/downloads/gta-sanandreas-mod-latino-v1 Fan translation] (not the official localization present in the  Definitive Edition).
+}}
+{{L10n/switch
+ |language  = Turkish
+ |interface = hackable
+ |audio     = false
+ |subtitles = hackable
+ |fan       = true
+ |notes     = [https://forum.donanimhaber.com/grand-theft-auto-san-andreas-2020-turkce-yama--144764586 Fan translation].
 }}
 }}
-===Add more localizations to language menu===
+===Add more localizations to the in-game language option===
-{{Fixbox|description=Install Language Loader|ref=<ref>[http://gtaforums.com/topic/481447-language-loader/ Language loader - GTAForums]</ref>|fix=
+{{Fixbox|description=Install Language Loader|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://gtaforums.com/topic/481447-language-loader/|title=Language loader - GTAForums|date=May 2023}}</ref>|fix=
-{{ii}} [[#Downgrading|1.0 version]] and [[#ASI loader|ASI loader]] required
+# Download [http://www.gtagarage.com/mods/show.php?id=17043 Language Loader].
-# Download [http://www.gtagarage.com/mods/show.php?id=17043 language loader].
+# Extract {{file|LanguageLoader.asi}} to {{folder|{{p|game}}\scripts\}}.
-# Extract <code>LanguageLoader.asi</code> in {{p|game}}.
+# Drag the corresponding {{file|languages.ini}} to {{folder|{{p|game}}\text\}} according to the number of languages actually available.
-# Drag the right <code>languages.ini</code> file to <code>{{p|game}}\text\</code>, according to the number of languages actually available.
+'''Notes'''
+{{ii}} [[#Downgrading|1.0 version]] and [[#ASI Loader|ASI Loader]] required.
 }}
@@ Line 507: / Line 612: @@
 |lan play players     =
 |lan play modes       =
-|lan play notes       = See [[#Multiplayer mods|Multiplayer mods]].
+|lan play notes       = Requires a third-party multiplayer client, such as [https://www.sa-mp.mp/ San Andreas Multiplayer (SA-MP)] (EoL), [https://mtasa.com/ Multi Theft Auto (MTA:SA)] or [https://gtaconnected.com/ GTAConnected].
 |online play          = hackable
 |online play players  =
 |online play modes    =
-|online play notes    = See [[#Multiplayer mods|Multiplayer mods]].
+|online play notes    = Requires a third-party multiplayer client, such as [https://www.sa-mp.mp/ San Andreas Multiplayer (SA-MP)] (EoL), [https://mtasa.com/ Multi Theft Auto (MTA:SA)] or [https://gtaconnected.com/ GTAConnected].
 |asynchronous         =
 |asynchronous notes   =
@@ Line 518: / Line 623: @@
 |matchmaking        = false
 |matchmaking notes  =
-|p2p                = false
+|p2p                = hackable
-|p2p notes          =
+|p2p notes          = Requires a third-party multiplayer client, [https://gtaconnected.com/ GTAConnected].
 |dedicated          = hackable
-|dedicated notes    = See [[#Multiplayer mods|Multiplayer mods]].
+|dedicated notes    = Requires a third-party multiplayer client, such as [https://www.sa-mp.mp/ San Andreas Multiplayer (SA-MP)] (EoL), [https://mtasa.com/ Multi Theft Auto (MTA:SA)] or [https://gtaconnected.com/ GTAConnected].
 |self-hosting       = hackable
-|self-hosting notes = See [[#Multiplayer mods|Multiplayer mods]].
+|self-hosting notes = Requires a third-party multiplayer client, such as [https://www.sa-mp.mp/ San Andreas Multiplayer (SA-MP)] (EoL), [https://mtasa.com/ Multi Theft Auto (MTA:SA)] or [https://gtaconnected.com/ GTAConnected].
 |direct ip          = hackable
-|direct ip notes    = See [[#Multiplayer mods|Multiplayer mods]].
+|direct ip notes    = Requires a third-party multiplayer client, such as [https://www.sa-mp.mp/ San Andreas Multiplayer (SA-MP)] (EoL), [https://mtasa.com/ Multi Theft Auto (MTA:SA)] or [https://gtaconnected.com/ GTAConnected].
 }}{{Network/Ports
 |tcp  =
 |udp  =
 |upnp =
-}}
-===Multiplayer mods===
-{{ii}} Both multiplayer mods average 10,000+ daily players (even though SA-MP tends to have generally more than MTA:SA)
-{{ii}} [[#Downgrading|Downgrading]] your game is required to run these mods
-{{Fixbox|description=[https://www.sa-mp.com/ San Andreas Multiplayer (SA-MP)]|fix=
-{{++}} The longest-running, most popular, and most supported multiplayer mod for GTA:SA
-{{ii}} Struggling<ref>[http://forum.sa-mp.com/showthread.php?t=647966 SA-MP 0.3.8 version cancelled - SA-MP Forums]</ref> with getting a new release out after years
-}}
-{{Fixbox|description=[https://mtasa.com/ Multi Theft Auto (MTA:SA)]|fix=
-{{++}} MTA:SA is generally more hassle-free and user-friendly than SA-MP
-{{++}} [https://github.com/multitheftauto/mtasa-blue Free and open source] software
 }}
 ===[[Glossary:Local play|Local play]]===
 {{Fixbox|description=Instructions|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix=
-# Download [http://gtaforums.com/topic/744210-sacleowip-2-player-missions-loader/ 2 Player Missions Loader]
+# Download [https://gtaforums.com/topic/744210-sacleowip-2-player-missions-loader/ 2 Player Missions Loader].
-# Extract everything inside <code>Two Player Missions Loader 1.2</code> folder in <code>{{p|game}}\cleo\</code>
+# Extract everything inside {{file|Two Player Missions Loader 1.2|folder}} in {{folder|{{p|game}}\cleo\}}.
 # Configure controls:
 ::* '''1 keyboard''': download [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/20-san-andreas-advanced-control-2-64-bit-fix/ SAAC 2.0] and map keys for every player
@@ Line 556: / Line 647: @@
 '''Notes'''
-{{ii}} [[#Essentials for modding|CLEO]], [[#Widescreen resolution|Widescreen resolution]] and [[#Downgrading|1.00 version]] are required ([[#Input settings|GInput]] if using controllers)
+{{ii}} [[#Utilities|CLEO]], [[#ThirteenAG's Widescreen Fix|ThirteenAG's Widescreen Fix]] and [[#Downgrading|downgrading]] required (plus [[#Input|GInput]] if using controllers).
 }}
@@ Line 575: / Line 666: @@
 |iz3d notes                  =
 |vorpx                       = true
-|vorpx modes                 = G3D,Z3D
+|vorpx modes                 = G3D, Z3D
 |vorpx notes                 = Officially supported game, see [https://www.vorpx.com/supported-games/ official vorpx game list].
 |vr only                     =
@@ Line 592: / Line 683: @@
 |novint falcon               =
 |novint falcon notes         =
-|trackir                     =
+|trackir                     = hackable
-|trackir notes               =
+|trackir notes               = Works with FreeTrack 2.0 protocol using software like [http://facetracknoir.sourceforge.net/ FaceTrackNoIR].
-|tobii eye tracking          =
+|tobii eye tracking          = hackable
-|tobii eye tracking notes    =
+|tobii eye tracking notes    = Works with [http://facetracknoir.sourceforge.net/Trackers/Tobii.htm Tobii EyeX tracker] or [http://facetracknoir.sourceforge.net/Trackers/Tobii4C.htm Tobii EyeX 4C and 5 headtracker] plugins for [http://facetracknoir.sourceforge.net/ FaceTrackNoIR].
 |play area seated            =
 |play area seated notes      =
@@ Line 605: / Line 696: @@
 ==Issues unresolved==
-{{--}} Even though practically every major bug has been addressed by mods such as [[#SilentPatch|SilentPatch]] and [[#Total conversions|TTDISA]], there's no guarantee you won't encounter some of the [http://gtaforums.com/topic/724422-sa-crashes-their-causes/ rarest] [http://gtaforums.com/topic/669045-iiivcsaasi-silentpatch/page-17#entry1065524960 ones]<ref>[http://gtaforums.com/topic/669045-iiivcsaasi-silentpatch/page-86#entry1066604331 SilentPatch - Page 86 - GTA Forums]</ref>
+===Save game corruption glitches===
-{{++}} Some save corrupting glitches can be worked around with an [http://hmvartak.freeiz.com/fix.htm online repair tool] or a [http://www.paulinternet.nl/?page=sa savegame editor]<ref>[http://gtaforums.com/topic/669045-iiivcsaasi-silentpatch/page-85#entry1066594219 SilentPatch - Page 85 - GTA Forums]</ref>
+{{++}} Some save corrupting glitches can be worked around with an [http://hmvartak.freeiz.com/fix.htm online repair tool] or a [http://www.paulinternet.nl/?page=sa savegame editor].<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://gtaforums.com/topic/669045-iiivcsaasi-silentpatch/page-85#entry1066594219|title=SilentPatch - Page 85 - GTA Forums|date=May 2023}}</ref>
+{{--}} Even though virtually every major bug has been addressed by mods such as [[#SilentPatch|SilentPatch]], there's no guarantee that some of the rarest ones will not occur.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://gtaforums.com/topic/724422-sa-crashes-their-causes/|title=[SA] Crashes & Their Causes - GTAForums|date=2024-02-16}}</ref><ref>{{Refurl|url=https://gtaforums.com/topic/669045-iiivcsaasi-silentpatch/page-86#entry1066604331|title=SilentPatch - Page 86 - GTA Forums|date=May 2023}}</ref>
 ===German Steam version doesn't work on OS X===
-{{ii}} The German Steam version for OS X doesn't work. Rockstar is investigating this issue.<ref name="German OS X">[https://support.rockstargames.com/hc/en-us/articles/203417316-Problems-Launching-German-Steam-Version-of-San-Andreas-on-Mac Problems Launching German Steam Version of San Andreas on Mac – Rockstar Support]</ref>
+{{ii}} The German Steam version for OS X doesn't launch.<ref name="German OS X">{{Refurl|url=https://support.rockstargames.com/hc/en-us/articles/203417316-Problems-Launching-German-Steam-Version-of-San-Andreas-on-Mac|title=Problems Launching German Steam Version of San Andreas on Mac – Rockstar Support|date=2024-05-03}}</ref>
-==Issues fixed==
 ===Timing-related issues===
-{{ii}} An unlocked or incorrect frame limiter can cause timing related issues.
+{{ii}} Playing above 30 FPS causes timing-related issues.
-'''Relevant issues:'''
+====Relevant issues====
-: Game-breaking bugs and glitches
+* Game-breaking bugs and glitches
-::* Some missions such as [http://gta.wikia.com/wiki/Amphibious_Assault Amphibious Assault] or Driving School missions<ref> [http://www.igrandtheftauto.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=789099&view=findpost&p=1457255 Need Help on Alley Oop Driving School - iGrandTheftAuto.com Forums]</ref> or [https://gta.fandom.com/wiki/Mike_Toreno_(mission) Mike Toreno] (on entering the airport) are impassable or incredibly difficult
+** Some missions such as [https://gta.fandom.com/wiki/Amphibious_Assault Amphibious Assault] or Driving School missions<ref>{{Refurl|url=http://www.igrandtheftauto.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=789099&view=findpost&p=1457255|title=Need Help on Alley Oop Driving School - iGrandTheftAuto.com Forums|date=May 2023}}</ref> or [https://gta.fandom.com/wiki/Mike_Toreno_(mission) Mike Toreno] (on entering the airport) are unbeatable or incredibly difficult.
-::* Some missions show black screen: [https://www.grandtheftwiki.com/Cleaning_the_Hood Cleaning The Hood] (after entering Crack Den building) or [https://www.grandtheftwiki.com/Cesar_Vialpando_(mission) Cesar Vialpando] (after entering to tune shop) or during robbering betting shop (after leaving the place [+ indestructible doors by detonator with unlocked framerate]), and [https://gta.fandom.com/wiki/Vertical_Bird Vertical Bird] (after entering the ship; precisely game crashes).
+** Some cutscenes display black screen: [https://www.grandtheftwiki.com/Cleaning_the_Hood Cleaning The Hood] (after entering Crack Den building) or [https://www.grandtheftwiki.com/Cesar_Vialpando_(mission) Cesar Vialpando] (after entering to tune shop) or during robbery of betting shop (after leaving the place [+ indestructible doors by detonator with unlocked framerate]), and [https://gta.fandom.com/wiki/Vertical_Bird Vertical Bird] (after entering the ship; to be more precise, the game crashes).
-:Physical weirdness
+* Physics bugs
-::* Vehicles & bicycles handle like brakes are always on, decelerate almost immediately, wobbly rear ends, and seem feathered whenever in-air
+** Vehicles & bicycles handle like brakes are always on, decelerate almost immediately, wobbly rear ends, and seem feathered whenever in-air.
-::* Inability to dive underwater
+** Turning sirens on or off is much harder due to shortened timing of pressing the assigned key to do so.
-:Gameplay absurdities
+** Inability to dive underwater.
-::* Aiming while walking is silly<ref>[https://sannybuilder.com/forums/viewtopic.php?id=1164&p=5#p23399 Сборки CLEO-скриптов для GTA III, VC, SA (Page 5) / Модификации / SannyBuilder.com Forums]</ref>
+* Gameplay absurdities
-::* Inability to walk while aiming a rifle/desert eagle<ref name="highFPS">[https://www.mixmods.com.br/2014/12/nao-jogue-gta-sa-com-fps-alto.html Do not play GTA SA with high FPS! - | MixMods | - Mods to GTA San Andreas and other]</ref>
+** The camera during stunt jumps can lock up at any moment and would never go back to normal state.
-::* Climbing walls results in sudden deaths<ref>[http://gtaforums.com/topic/669045-silentpatch/page-149#entry1068882863 SilentPatch - Page 149 - GTAForums]</ref>
+** Aiming while walking is silly.<ref>[https://sannybuilder.com/forums/viewtopic.php?id=1164&p=5#p23399 Сборки CLEO-скриптов для GTA III, VC, SA (Page 5) / Модификации / SannyBuilder.com Forums]</ref>
-::* Vehicles and/or pedestrians move extremely fast
+** Spray cans and fire extinguishers become lethal.<ref name="highFPS">{{Refurl|url=https://www.mixmods.com.br/2014/12/nao-jogue-gta-sa-com-fps-alto.html|title=Do not play GTA SA with high FPS! - | MixMods | - Mods to GTA San Andreas and other|date=2024-05-03}}</ref>
-: Crashes when listening to User Radio (fixed in patch 1.01)<ref>[http://www.gtamodding.com/index.php?title=San_Andreas_Versions#BUGS_FIXED San Andreas Versions - GTAModding]</ref>
+** Inability to walk while aiming a rifle/desert eagle.<ref name="highFPS"/>
-: Cutscenes not ending (black screen - described above)<ref name="highFPS"/>
+** Climbing walls results in sudden deaths.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://gtaforums.com/topic/669045-silentpatch/page-149#entry1068882863|title=SilentPatch - Page 149 - GTAForums|date=May 2023}}</ref>
-: You cannot zoom in and out the map.
+** Vehicles and/or pedestrians move extremely fast.
+* Crashes when listening to User Radio (fixed in patch 1.01).<ref>{{Refurl|url=http://www.gtamodding.com/index.php?title=San_Andreas_Versions#BUGS_FIXED|title=San Andreas Versions - GTAModding|date=May 2023}}</ref>
+* Cutscenes not ending (black screen - described above).<ref name="highFPS"/>
+* Weird audio pitching when panning the camera.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://github.com/kcat/dsoal/issues/39#issuecomment-1034440858|title=GTA San Andreas - Crash with Radio EQ option enabled · DSOAL|date=9 June 2023}}</ref>
-'''Solutions:'''
+{{Fixbox|description=Turn on the in-game frame limiter|ref=<ref>From the Readme, about the frame limiter:<br />''This option allows the game to go faster than 30 [sic] frames per second. Be warned that this will not magically make GRAND THEFT AUTO: San Andreas run better, but rather may make your experience "more variable". We do not recommend unlocking the frame rate. If you have a fast machine, it is far preferable to increase resolution, detail options, anti-aliasing, etc. rather than trying to achieve a higher frame rate by un-locking the Frame Limiter. This will lead to a more variable gameplay experience.''</ref>|fix=
-{{Fixbox|description=Turn on in-game frame limiter|ref=<ref>From the Readme, about the frame limiter:<br />''This option allows the game to go faster than 30 [sic] frames per second. Be warned that this will not magically make GRAND THEFT AUTO: San Andreas run better, but rather may make your experience "more variable". We do not recommend un-locking the frame rate. If you have a fast machine, it is far preferable to increase resolution, detail options, anti aliasing, etc. rather than trying to achieve a higher frame rate by un-locking the Frame Limiter. This will lead to a more variable game play experience.''</ref>|fix=
+'''Notes'''
-{{--}} Game is limited to 25 FPS; 30 when using [[#SilentPatch|SilentPatch]]}}
+{{--}} Locks the framerate to 25 FPS by default. Use [[#SilentPatch|SilentPatch]] to increase the limit to 30 FPS.
+}}
-{{Fixbox|description=Force Vsync in graphics card control panel|fix=Modern systems can run the game well over 100fps. Limiting it to 60fps by forcing vsync fixes many of the framerate related bugs, although its not confirmed whether it fixes all of them. Some of the problems this fixes or greatly reduces:
+{{Fixbox|description=Use [https://www.mixmods.com.br/2019/06/framerate-vigilante.html Framerate Vigilante]|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://github.com/GTAmodding/FramerateVigilante|title=GitHub|date=May 2023}}</ref><ref>{{Refurl|url=https://gtaforums.com/topic/927971-framerate-vigilante-finding-and-fixing-framerate-related-issues/|title=gtaforums.com|date=May 2023}}</ref>|fix=
-* Car rear end wobble
+'''Notes'''
-* Cars braking automatically/stopping too quickly when not giving gas
+{{ii}} Contains fixes for many framerate related issues.
-* Shaking camera during cutscenes
+{{ii}} By using this mod and limiting the game to 60 FPS, game-breaking bugs are avoidable and the game is mostly beatable from start to finish.
-* Bicycle that floats in mid air after a bunny hop
+{{--}} Does not fix all of the issues.
 }}
-{{Fixbox|description=Use Fraps (workaround)|fix=To not need going into the game menu for turning on frame limiter every time you need, you can start recording with Fraps on Half-Size, 30 FPS and frame lock set in the program. It shouldn't affect gameplay smoothness on more current configurations. But be aware that free version of Fraps won't record more than 30 seconds. You can install [https://github.com/ThirteenAG/III.VC.SA.CLEOScripts/releases/tag/autosave Autosave Cleo Mod] to not worry about losing your progress while encountering posible glitches while passing through a lot of missions at one time (or e.g. if you don't want to mistakenly load the game with your progress lost, instead of just repeating failed mission on current usaved game save (and e.g. if you have a habit of immediate loading of last save after failing a mission, you may also easily lost your not saved for a long time progress)
+====Visual C++ Runtime Error when using mods====
-}}
+{{Fixbox|description=[https://ntcore.com/?page_id=371 Enable the Large Adress Aware flag for the executable]|ref={{cn|date=2022-11-28|reason=Can confirm game doesn't have LAA flag enabled with VS dumpbin.exe.}}|fix=
-{{Fixbox|description=Use [https://ci.appveyor.com/project/ThirteenAG/frameratevigilante/build/artifacts FramerateVigilante] project|ref=<ref>https://github.com/GTAmodding/FramerateVigilante</ref> <ref>https://gtaforums.com/topic/927971-framerate-vigilante-finding-and-fixing-framerate-related-issues/#comments</ref>|fix=
+'''Notes'''
-The project is currently in beta stage. As for now, it contains:
+{{ii}} Increases RAM amount the game can use. Required when using memory intensive mods to avoid crashes.
-* Swim speed fix
+{{--}} Issue may still occur if mods exceed the 4GB RAM limit.
-* Swim buoyancy fix
-* Dive Fix
-* Car Slow Down Speed Fix
-* Siren toggle fix
-* Heli rotor speed fix
-* NPC cars with fake physics using wrong wheel speed
-* Skimmer water resistance fix
-By limiting the game to 60 FPS (instead of turning off) and using Framerate Vigilante, it's possible to achieve a good playable gameplay.
 }}
-===Visual C++ Runtime Error game crash===
+==Issues fixed==
-{{Fixbox|description=[https://ntcore.com/?page_id=371 Use (III / VC / SA) Largeaddress]|fix=
+===Vegetation disappears in the distance===
-{{ii}} Required also when using SilentPatch,  Project2DFX, and memory2048.cs. It is developed especialy for memory intensive mods. }}
+{{Fixbox|description=Tweak draw distance|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix=
+# Download [https://thirteenag.github.io/p2dfx Project2DFX].
+# Extract archive contents to {{folder|{{p|game}}\scripts\}}.
-===Game doesn't start after downgrading===
+'''Notes:'''
-{{Fixbox|description=Delete gta_sa.set|ref={{cn|date=December 2016}}|fix=
+{{ii}} [[#ASI Loader|ASI Loader]] required.
-# Go to the [[#Game data|configuration file(s) location]].
+{{ii}} It is also possible to make the vegetation disappear in further distances by opening {{file|SALodLights.ini}} with a text editor and increase the number in {{code|VegetationDrawDistance}} (value is measured in meters).
-# Delete {{file|gta_sa.set}}.
 }}
-{{Fixbox|description=EU executable: make sure you have all 5 translations files inside text folder|ref={{cn|date=December 2016}}}}
+===Missing or broken features and bugs===
+====Examples====
-===Game crashes during or after loading screens===
+* Broken reflections, lighting, transparency
-{{Fixbox|description=Delete gta_sa.set|ref={{cn|date=December 2016}}|fix=
+* Streaming memory bug, incorrectly rendered pedestrians
-# Go to the [[#Game data|configuration file(s) location]].
+* Missing moon phases
-# Delete {{file|gta_sa.set}}.
+* Gym persistently reports to have been worked out enough
+* Rare game crashes when standing near escalators
+{{Fixbox|description=Use [[#SilentPatch|SilentPatch]]|ref=<ref name="Silent"/>|fix=
 }}
-{{Fixbox|description=If this happens only with older save: [[#Incompatible save game|convert it]]|ref={{cn|date=December 2016}}}}
+===Pressing {{key|Alt|Tab}} crashes the game===
-{{Fixbox|description=Restart the game. It may be also a random crash.}}
+{{Fixbox|description=Use [[#SilentPatch|SilentPatch]]|ref=<ref name=aprilsilent>[https://gtaforums.com/topic/669045-silentpatch/page-141#entry1068657946 SilentPatch - Page 141 - GTAForums]</ref>}}
-===Loading older save game starts a new campaign===
+===Broken {{key|ALT|F4}} function===
-{{Fixbox|description=Install [[#SilentPatch|SilentPatch]]|ref=<ref name="Silent"/>}}
+{{Fixbox|description=Use [[#SilentPatch|SilentPatch]]|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://gtaforums.com/topic/669045-silentpatch/page-173#entry1069477450|title=SilentPatch - Page 173 - GTAForums|date=May 2023}}</ref>}}
-{{Fixbox|description=[[#Incompatible save game|Convert]] save file|ref={{cn|date=October 2016}}}}
+===User tracks don't play on modern systems===
+{{Fixbox|description=Use [[#SilentPatch|SilentPatch]]|ref=<ref name="Silent"/>}}
-===Mouse fails to work===
+===Game crashes on multi-monitor systems===
-{{Fixbox|description=Install [[#SilentPatch|SilentPatch]]|ref=<ref name="Silent"/>}}
+{{Fixbox|description=Use [[#SilentPatch|SilentPatch]]|ref=<ref name=junesilent>[https://gtaforums.com/topic/669045-silentpatch/page-148#entry1068870832 SilentPatch - Page 148 - GTAForums]</ref>}}
-{{Fixbox|description=If happended randomly with SilentPatch installed, just restart the game.}}
-===Intro movies not showing===
+===Cannot find 800x600x32 video mode error===
-{{Fixbox|description=Windows Vista/7: disable [[Windows Compatibility Mode#Disable Desktop Composition|desktop composition]]|ref=<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20170601094256/http://forums.steampowered.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2829668#post31875486 GTA San Andreas black screen during intro - Steam Users' Forums] (retrieved)</ref>}}
+{{Fixbox|description=Use [[#SilentPatch|SilentPatch]]|ref=<ref name="Silent"/>}}
-{{Fixbox|description=Windows 8+: enable <code>DXMaximizedWindowedMode</code> [https://msdn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/hardware/dn913721.aspx shim]|ref=<ref>[https://steamcommunity.com/app/12120/discussions/0/34096318964479523/#c613937943089853121 ESSENTIAL PATCH (Silent Patch) :: Steam Community Discussions]</ref>{{CN|please, make a proper explanation of ACT in.. I guess Windows Compatibility mode page?}}}}
+===Lens flare is too thin and barely visible with AMD/Intel graphics cards===
+{{Fixbox|description=Use [[#SilentPatch|SilentPatch]]|ref=<ref name="Silent"/>}}
-===Intro movies not showing and broken {{key|ALT|TAB}}===
+===Broken reflections when anti-aliasing is enabled (Windows 10 and newer)===
-{{Fixbox|description=Fix [[Microsoft Windows#Codec hell|codec hell]]|ref={{cn|date=September 2016}}}}
+{{Fixbox|description=Use [[#SilentPatch|SilentPatch]]|ref=<ref name=aprilsilent/>}}
-==={{key|Alt|Tab}} makes game crash===
+{{Fixbox|description=Install [https://gtaforums.com/topic/556386-relsa-multi-sampling-fix/ Multi-sampling FIX]|ref={{cn|date=August 2017}}|fix=
-{{Fixbox|description=Install [[#SilentPatch|SilentPatch]]|ref=<ref name=aprilsilent>[http://gtaforums.com/topic/669045-silentpatch/page-141#entry1068657946 SilentPatch - Page 141 - GTAForums]</ref>}}
+'''Notes'''
+{{ii}} [[#Downgrading|Downgrading]] and [[#ASI Loader|ASI Loader]] required.
+}}
-===Broken {{key|ALT|F4}}===
+===Error on startup due to a DirectX 9.0 prompt (Windows 8 and newer)===
-{{Fixbox|description=Install [[#SilentPatch|SilentPatch]]|ref=<ref>[http://gtaforums.com/topic/669045-silentpatch/page-173#entry1069477450 SilentPatch - Page 173 - GTAForums]</ref>}}
+{{Fixbox|description=Use [[#SilentPatch|SilentPatch]]|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://gtaforums.com/topic/669045-iiivcsaasi-silentpatch/page-99#entry1067001012|title=SilentPatch - Page 99 - GTAForums|date=May 2023}}</ref>|fix=
+'''Notes''
+{{ii}} Removes the DirectPlay dependence altogether.
+}}
-===User tracks don't play===
+{{Fixbox|description=Install [[DirectPlay]]|ref={{cn|date=2022-11-28}}}}
-{{Fixbox|description=Install [[#SilentPatch|SilentPatch]]|ref=<ref name="Silent"/>}}
-===Bad reflections, lighting, transparency===
+===Loading older save file starts a new game===
-{{Fixbox|description=Install [[#SilentPatch|SilentPatch]]|ref=<ref name="Silent"/>}}
+{{ii}} Attempting to load v1.0 saves on v2.0 (and newer) will fail and a new game will start instead.
-===Game crashes on multi-monitor systems===
+{{Fixbox|description=Use [[#SilentPatch|SilentPatch]]|ref=<ref name="Silent"/>}}
-{{Fixbox|description=Install [[#SilentPatch|SilentPatch]]|ref=<ref name=junesilent>[http://gtaforums.com/topic/669045-silentpatch/page-148#entry1068870832 SilentPatch - Page 148 - GTAForums]</ref>}}
-===Game crashes when standing near escalators===
+{{Fixbox|description=[[#Fixing incompatible save game data|Convert]] the affected save file|ref={{cn|date=October 2016}}}}
-{{Fixbox|description=Install [[#SilentPatch|SilentPatch]]|ref=<ref name=junesilent/>}}
-===Sound issues===
+===Mouse fails to work===
-{{Fixbox|description=[http://www.ngohq.com/games/1795-gta-san-andreas-soundfix.html Downgrade] EAX United dll|ref=<ref>[http://gtaforums.com/topic/355480-rainthunderstorm-bug/#entry1058219831 Rain/Thunderstorm Bug - GTAForums]</ref>}}
+{{Fixbox|description=Use [[#SilentPatch|SilentPatch]]|ref=<ref name="Silent"/>}}
-{{Fixbox|description=Enable [[Windows Compatibility Mode|Windows 98/Me compatibility mode]]|ref=<ref>[http://gtaforums.com/topic/194930-new-fix-for-sound-problems/ NEW Fix for Sound Problems - GTA Forums]</ref>}}
+===Intro movies not playing on modern systems===
+{{Fixbox|description=Windows Vista/7: disable [[Windows Compatibility Mode#Disable Desktop Composition|desktop composition]]|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170601094256/http://forums.steampowered.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2829668#post31875486|title=GTA San Andreas black screen during intro - Steam Users' Forums (retrieved)|date=2024-05-03}}</ref>}}
-==="A required security module cannot be activated" error===
+{{Fixbox|description=Windows 8 and newer: enable <code>DXMaximizedWindowedMode</code> [https://msdn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/hardware/dn913721.aspx shim]|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://steamcommunity.com/app/12120/discussions/0/34096318964479523/#c613937943089853121|title=ESSENTIAL PATCH (Silent Patch) :: Steam Community Discussions|date=May 2023}}</ref>{{cn|TODO: add the steps with ACT, probably better to be linked in the Windows Compatibility Mode page}}
-{{Fixbox|description=Enable [[Windows Compatibility Mode|Windows 2000 compatibility mode]]|ref=<ref>[https://support.rockstargames.com/hc/en-us/articles/200150026--A-required-security-module-cannot-be-activated-in-San-Andreas "A required security module cannot be activated" in San Andreas – Rockstar Support]</ref>}}
+}}
-===Gym persistently reports to have been worked out enough===
+===Intro movies not playing and broken {{key|ALT|TAB}}===
-{{Fixbox|description=Install [[#SilentPatch|SilentPatch]]|ref=<ref name="Silent"/>|fix=
+{{Fixbox|description=Fix [[Microsoft Windows#Missing/conflicting_codecs|codec hell]]}}
-{{ii}} If warning still persists, try to [[#Issues unresolved|fix your savegame]]
-}}
-===Stuck in a gym===
+===Accidental activation of cheat codes===
-{{Fixbox|description=Push or quickly mash the left or right movement keys along with the jump button to exit the gym|ref={{cn|date=October 2016}}}}
+{{ii}} Unlike III and VC, SA uses a [https://gta.fandom.com/wiki/Cheats_in_GTA_San_Andreas sophisticated hashing mechanism] to recognize the input of cheats. Unfortunately, this mechanism is faulty - leading to cheats sometimes being triggered by WASD keys commonly used for movement, among many others. Unwanted activation of cheats can ruin normal gameplay and speedrun experience.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W_eFZ4HzU7Q|title=GTA SA - Alternative Cheats - Feat. Badger Goodger|date=2022-03-28}}</ref><ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yrXhYgVmKLQ|title=GTA:SA Speedrun Ruined by WASD Cheat (Joshimuz)|date=2022-03-28}}</ref><ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RFE6vqHSxiw&t=157s|title=Stream Highlights: 03/2022 - YouTube|date=2022-11-28}}</ref>
-===Error on start due to a DirectX 9.0 prompt (Windows 8 and newer)===
+{{Fixbox|description=[https://gtaforums.com/topic/503305-disable-cheats-through-cleo/ Disable cheats through CLEO]|ref={{cn|date=2022-11-28|reason=}}|fix=
-{{Fixbox|description=Install [[Microsoft Windows#Older games refuse to start on Windows 8 and later|DirectPlay]] (DirectPlay dependance liquidated in SilentPatch)|ref={{cn|date=October 2016}}}}
+'''Notes'''
+{{ii}} Use [https://www.gtagarage.com/mods/show.php?id=16581 Cheat Menu] as an alternative way of activating cheats.{{cn|date=2022-11-28|reason=}}
+}}
-{{Fixbox|description=Install [[#SilentPatch|SilentPatch]]|ref=<ref>[http://gtaforums.com/topic/669045-iiivcsaasi-silentpatch/page-99#entry1067001012 SilentPatch - Page 99 - GTAForums]</ref> }}
+===Sound issues on modern systems===
+{{Fixbox|description=Enable [[Windows Compatibility Mode|Windows 98/Me compatibility mode]]|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://gtaforums.com/topic/194930-new-fix-for-sound-problems/|title=NEW Fix for Sound Problems - GTA Forums|date=May 2023}}</ref>}}
-===Shadowy terrain===
+{{Fixbox|description=Downgrade the EAX United dll to version 3.066 or 3.065|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://gtaforums.com/topic/194664-fix-for-some-of-the-audio-problems-in-gtasa/|title=Fix for some of the audio problems in GTA:SA - GTAForums|date=May 2023}}</ref>}}
-{{Fixbox|description=Instructions|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix=
-{{ii}} [[#Downgrading|1.0 version]] and [[#ASI loader|ASI loader]] required
-# Download [http://gtaforums.com/topic/763402-sarelfinally-black-roads-fix/ black roads fix]
-# Move <code>fix.black_roads.asi</code> to {{p|game}}.
-}}
-===Vegetation disappears in the distance===
+{{Fixbox|description=Update to version 1.01|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://gtaforums.com/topic/355480-rainthunderstorm-bug/#comment-1058218863|title=Rain/Thunderstorm Bug - GTAForums|date=May 2023}}</ref>}}
-{{Fixbox|description=Tweak draw distance|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix=
-# Make sure [[#Install fixed resources|Mod Loader]] is set up
-# Download [http://gtaforums.com/topic/573478-reliiivcsaiv-project-2dfx/ Project 2dfx]
-# Extract archive content to <code>{{p|game}}\modloader\Project 2DFX</code>
-# If you want to disappear further, open SALodLights.ini and increase the number in "VegetationDrawDistance = 800.0" (it's in meters).
-}}
-===No moon phases===
+===Map/texture/models issues===
-{{Fixbox|description=Install [[#SilentPatch|SilentPatch]]|ref=<ref>[http://gtaforums.com/topic/669045-silentpatch/page-12#entry1065510522 SilentPatch - Page 12 - GTAForums]</ref>|fix=
+{{ii}} The game has a huge amount of visual issues, some from the original release, some from the PC port. The community has made an effort to fix most of the issues.
-{{--}} Doesn't work in 16-bit color mode (nor windowed after Windows 8{{CN|Houston, we lack a rationale here}})
-}}
-===Streaming memory bug, incorrectly rendered pedestrians===
+{{Fixbox|description=See [[#Fixes|Modifications - Fixes]]}}
-{{Fixbox|description=Install [[#SilentPatch|SilentPatch]]|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=http://gtaforums.com/topic/669045-silentpatch/page-155#entry1068974475|title=SilentPatch - Page 155 - GTAForums|date=2016-07-28}}</ref>}}
-===Cannot find 800x600x32 video mode error===
+===Device selection window opens at launch===
-{{Fixbox|description=Install [[#SilentPatch|SilentPatch]]|ref=<ref name="Silent"/>}}
+{{ii}} If running more than one monitor, the game will display a message to configure the resolution every time the game is launched.
-===Lens flare is too thin and barely visible===
+{{Fixbox|description=Install [http://www.gtainside.com/en/sanandreas/mods/99791-skip-device-selection-window <code>SkipDeviceSelection.asi</code>]|ref={{cn|date=2022-10-13|reason=}}|fix=
-{{Fixbox|description=Install [[#SilentPatch|SilentPatch]]|ref=<ref name="Silent"/>}}
+# Download {{file|SkipDeviceSelection.asi}} from [http://www.gtainside.com/en/sanandreas/mods/99791-skip-device-selection-window here].
+# Move the file to {{folder|{{p|game}}\scripts\}}.
-===Broken reflections when AA is enabled===
+'''Notes'''
-{{Fixbox|description=Install [[#SilentPatch|SilentPatch]]|ref=<ref name=aprilsilent/>|fix=
+{{ii}} [[#ASI Loader|ASI Loader]] required.
-{{++}} Enables up to 16x MSAA
-}}
-{{Fixbox|description=Install [http://gtaforums.com/topic/556386-relsa-multi-sampling-fix/ Multi-sampling FIX]|ref={{cn|date=August 2017}}|fix=
-{{ii}} [[#Downgrading|1.0 version]] and [[#ASI loader|ASI loader]] required
 }}
-===Device selection window opens at launch===
+===Multi monitor issues on left and right side of the screen===
-{{Fixbox|description=Use [http://www.gtainside.com/en/sanandreas/mods/99791-skip-device-selection-window Skip Device Selection Window]|ref=<ref name="2017-12-28"/>}}
+{{Fixbox|description=Use [[#ThirteenAG's Widescreen Fix|ThirteenAG's Widescreen Fix]]|ref={{cn|date=2024-05-03}}}}
-===Run the game at screen refresh rate===
+===Freezes randomly when starting up or loading the game===
-{{--}} Fullscreen mode defaults to 60&nbsp;Hz, even if the screen refresh rate is set higher than that.
+{{Fixbox|description=Use [[#SilentPatch|SilentPatch]]|ref=<ref name="Silent"/>}}
-{{Fixbox|description=Set screen refresh rate|ref=<ref name="2017-12-28"/>|fix=
+===Game doesn't start and gets stuck in task manager===
-# Install Special K by following the [https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=933337066 Unofficial Special K Guide]. Manual local installation is recommended.
+{{Fixbox|description=Use [https://www.mixmods.com.br/2020/10/rundll32-exe-fix-gameux-dll-fix-corrigir-jogo-nao-abrindo/ RunDLL32.exe fix]|ref=<ref name="Sandemc" />}}
-# Go to the installation folder and rename <code>SpecialK32.dll</code> to <code>dinput8.dll</code>.
-# Start the game once and close it to allow the configuration file of Special K to be created.
-# Open <code>{{p|game}}\dinput8.ini</code>.
-# Change <code>RefreshRate=-1</code> to <code>RefreshRate=0</code> under <code>[Render.FrameRate]</code>.
-}}
-===Rockstar Game Launcher version 2019 issues===
+===Access violation DEP crash===
-{{Fixbox|description=Follow this walk through: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yR90qYZ0S8M}}
+{{Fixbox|description=Use [https://www.mixmods.com.br/2015/03/nodep-desativar-dep/ NoDEP]|ref=<ref name="Sandemc" />}}
 ==Other information==
 ===API===
 {{API
-|direct3d versions      = 9
+|direct3d versions      = 9.0c
 |direct3d notes         =
 |directdraw versions    =
@@ Line 811: / Line 884: @@
 |windows 32-bit exe     = true
 |windows 64-bit exe     = false
+|windows arm app        = false
 |windows exe notes      =
-|macos 32-bit app       = true
+|mac os x powerpc app   = false
-|macos 64-bit app       = false
+|macos intel 32-bit app = true
+|macos intel 64-bit app = false
+|macos arm app          =
 |macos app notes        =
 |linux 32-bit executable=
 |linux 64-bit executable=
+|linux arm app          =
 |linux executable notes =
 }}
-===[https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/215-grand-theft-auto-san-andreas-enhancement-pack/ Enhancement pack]===
+==Modifications==
-{{++}} Contains much of the most used fixes
+{{ii}} [[#Downgrading|Downgrading]] and [[#ASI Loader|ASI Loader]] are required for modding.
-{{--}} Quite outdated.
+{{mm}} [https://www.gtainside.com/en/news.php GTAInside] - Very popular and long running GTA modding site with a huge catalog of mods.
+{{mm}} [https://www.mixmods.com.br/ MixMods] - Brazilian modding community.
+{{mm}} [http://www.gamemodding.net/en/gta-san-andreas/ GameModding] - Mod site with many mods available for many games; similar to NexusMods.
+{{mm}} [http://www.gtagarage.com/mods/browse.php GTA Garage Mod Database]
+{{mm}} [https://www.gtaall.com/ GTA-All] - Newer website with lots of high-quality mods available.
+{{mm}} [https://gtaland.net/gta-san-andreas-mods GTA San Andreas Land] - Grand Theft Auto San Andreas Modifications Land.
+{{mm}} [https://libertycity.ru/gta-san-andreas/ LibertyCity] - Russian modding community.
+===Utilities===
+{{ii}} The mods/tools in this section may be required by other mods.
-===Adjust post-processing===
+====ASI Loader====
-{{Fixbox|description=Disable post-process effects|ref=<ref name="2017-12-28">{{Refcheck|user=Keith|date=2017-12-28}}</ref>|fix=
+{{ii}} Required for many script-based mods and fixes. Most mods include some ASI loader, however, avoid overwriting this one as it is more up-to-date than the ones supplied by the mods.
-# Install [http://www.gtainside.com/en/sanandreas/mods/107248-mixsets-v3-0/ Mix Sets].
+{{--}} Does not work on old versions of Windows (XP, Vista, 7) due to missing DLL files.{{cn|date=2024-02-16}}
-# Open <code>Mix Sets.ini</code> and make your changes. For example:
-#* <code>DisableMoBlur = 1</code> - Disable motion blur when driving.
-#* <code>DisaNitroBlur = 1</code> - Disable motion blur when using nitro.
-#* <code>DisableHeat = 1</code> - Disable heat effect on screen.
-#* <code>DisaRainNoise  = 1</code> - Disable noise effect when it rains.
-'''Notes'''
+{{Fixbox|description=Install Ultimate ASI Loader|ref=<ref>{{Refcheck|user=Amethystviper|date=2022-10-13|comment=Ultimate ASI Loader has been updated more recently compared to Silent ASI Loader and this pre-made package I've created uses the latest release from Github as of writing. The original v1 vorbisFile.dll supplied by CLEO 4 is also included.}}</ref>|fix=
-{{ii}} [[#Downgrading|1.0 version]] required
+# Download Ultimate ASI Loader [https://1drv.ms/u/s!AmZlhUlwACFugeJqDV40RgU5NAN9-g?e=dc3GRg here], then extract the contents of {{file|Ultimate ASI Loader.zip}} into {{folder|{{p|game}}}}.
 }}
-===Install fixed resources===
+====[https://github.com/thelink2012/modloader/releases Link2012's Mod Loader]====
-{{Fixbox|description= to replace game assets|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix=
+{{ii}} May be required for easier mod installation.
-# Set up [[#Essentials for modding|Mod Loader]]
-# Download [http://gtaforums.com/topic/725635-gta-san-andreas-fixed-vanilla-vehicles/?p=1069225678 Fixed Vehicles pack]
+{{Fixbox|description=Install Link2012's Mod Loader|ref=<ref name="Sandemc" />|fix=
-# Download [http://gtaforums.com/topic/739169-wipsa-gta-san-andreas-map-fixes/ Map Fixes pack] (both ''Maps'' and ''.DFFs'')
+# Download the latest [https://github.com/thelink2012/modloader/releases/latest release]
-# Download [http://gtaforums.com/topic/778440-map-textures-fix/ Map textures fix]
+# Extract the contents of {{file|modloader.zip}} to the game folder.
-# Download [http://gtaforums.com/topic/573478-project2dfx/page-33#entry1064528394 Fixed Pre-lighting] (2DFX - already attached in [[#Downgrading|San Andreas Downgrader]])
+# Read the {{file|README.txt}} for instructions on manual mod installation.
-# Extract all archives in subdirectories inside modloader one
 '''Notes'''
-{{ii}} [[#Fix broken lighting|SkyGfx]] is advised
+{{ii}} [[#ASI Loader|ASI Loader]] required.
-{{ii}} [[#Downgrading|1.00 version]] and [[#ASI loader|ASI loader]] required
 }}
-===Fix broken lighting===
+====[https://github.com/cleolibrary/CLEO4 CLEO]====
-{{Fixbox|description=Restore original time cycle file|ref=<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20141205195443/http://forums.steampowered.com/forums/showthread.php?t=3202339 Fix for missing diffuse lighting in GTA SA - Steam Users' Forums] (retrieved)</ref><ref>[http://gtaforums.com/topic/466155-gta-sa-ps2-graphics-on-pc/#entry1060273191 GTA SA PS2 Graphics on PC? - GTA Forums]</ref><ref>[http://www.gtamodding.com/wiki/Time_cycle#timecyc.dat_and_timecycp.dat Time cycle - GTAModding]</ref>|fix=
+{{ii}} CLEO may be required for some script-based mods.
-# Go to <code>{{p|game}}\data</code> and delete <code>timecyc.dat</code>.
-# Rename <code>timecyc'''p'''.dat</code> to <code>timecyc.dat</code>.
+{{Fixbox|description=Install CLEO|ref=<ref name="Sandemc" />|fix=
+# Download the latest [https://github.com/cleolibrary/CLEO4/releases/latest release].
+# Extract the contents of {{file|CLEO4.zip}} to the game folder.
 '''Notes'''
-{{ii}} Best with [http://gtaforums.com/topic/750681-skygfx-ps2-graphics-for-pc/ SkyGfx] and [http://gtaforums.com/topic/714017-sa-mod-index/page-36#entry1066477169 increased lighting distance] (dead link)
+{{ii}} [[#ASI Loader|ASI Loader]] required.
 }}
-===Modding===
+====[https://www.mixmods.com.br/2023/10/cleoplus/ CLEO+]====
-{{ii}} [[#Downgrading|Downgrading]] and [[#ASI loader|ASI loader]] is required for modding
+{{ii}} An addition for CLEO. May be required by some mods.
-====Modding essentials====
+====[https://www.mixmods.com.br/2022/10/repair-gta/ RepairGTA]====
-{{Fixbox|description=[http://gtaforums.com/topic/669520-sarel-mod-loader/ Mod Loader]|fix=
+{{ii}} An automatic tool to fix various issues when modding the game.
-# Place the <code>modloader</code> folder into <code>{{p|game}}</code>
-# Place <code>modloader.asi</code> into <code>{{p|game}}\scripts\</code>
-'''Installing Mods'''
+===Restorations/backports===
-# Go to <code>{{p|game}}\modloader\</code>
+{{ii}} The mods in this section feature PS2 restorations, 10 Year Anniversary backports and general restorations of lost features.
-# Create a new folder with a name of choice
-# Place mod files into that folder
-{{ii}} If installing multiple mods, install them in separate folders for organization purposes
-'''Notes'''
+====[https://gtaforums.com/topic/749193-san-andreas-ps2-features-to-pc/ PS2 Features To PC]====
-{{++}} Allows for mods to be installed through folders instead of using programs to replace game files
+{{ii}} A list of various PS2 restoration mods.
-{{ii}} Certain script mods may not function correctly when installed through ModLoader
-}}
+====[https://gtaforums.com/topic/661961-sa-mobile-to-pc-research-project/ Mobile to PC Research Project]====
+{{ii}} A list of various 10 Year Anniversary backporting mods.
+{{ii}} Alternative set of radar icons that are faithful to the original art instead can be found [[#Radar Icons HQ Remastered|here]].
+====[https://www.mixmods.com.br/2022/11/sa-skygfx/ SkyGfx Extended]====
+{{ii}} Restores PS2 and Xbox graphics to the PC version, with some extras of the 10 Year Anniversary release.
+{{ii}} Recommended to be used with [[#PS2 Features To PC|PS2 Timecyc]].
+====[https://gamemodding.com/en/gta-san-andreas/character/57722-mobile-tatoo-for-pc.html Mobile Tattoo for PC]====
+{{ii}} Backports higher quality tattoo's from the 10 Year Anniversary release.
+====[https://gtaforums.com/topic/743010-relsa-remastered-gui-textures-for-sa-inc-mobile-stuff/ Remastered GUI Textures for SA]====
+{{ii}} Backports higher quality GUI textures from the 10 Year Anniversary release.
+====[https://www.gtagarage.com/mods/show.php?id=23845 More Hostile Gangs]====
+{{ii}} In some missions, gangs would damage your car. This mod restores this feature to the freeroam.
+===Fixes===
+{{ii}} The mods in this section fix various aspects of the game.
+====[https://www.mixmods.com.br/2023/07/sa-proper-fixes/ Proper Fixes]====
+{{ii}} Requires [[#Link2012's Mod Loader|Mod Loader]] and [[#SkyGfx|SkyGfx]] with <code>buildingPipe=PS2</code> enabled.
+{{++}} Features almost 4,000 fixes while optimizing performance and adding a few extra features from PlayStation, PC, and Xbox versions. In general, it should not cause any performance issues, even on lower end hardware. See the mod page for exhaustive details of its features.
+{{ii}} Replaces/includes [https://www.mixmods.com.br/2021/09/sa-optimized-map/ SA Optimized Map], [https://www.mixmods.com.br/2021/12/lod-vegetation-distant-trees/ LOD Vegetation], [https://www.mixmods.com.br/2021/08/better-leftovers-fix-v1-1-correcoes-da-versao-final/ Better Leftovers Fix], [https://www.mixmods.com.br/2021/08/map-textures-fix-v4-1-correcao-das-texturas-do-mapa/ Map Textures Fix], [https://www.mixmods.com.br/2017/01/ps2-map-fixes-mapa-do-ps2-e-correcoes/ PS2 Map + Fixes], [https://gtaforums.com/topic/930999-sa-xbox-map-features/ Xbox Map Features], [https://www.mixmods.com.br/2022/01/sa-grass-color-fix-corrigir-cor-das-gramas/ Grass Color Fix], [https://www.mixmods.com.br/2021/10/pre-lighting-fixes-pack-correcoes-de-iluminacao/ Vertex Color Fixes + Improvements + 2dfx effects], [https://www.mixmods.com.br/2021/01/org-patch-sa-v1-3-correcao-das-texturas/ ORG Patch], [https://www.mixmods.com.br/2022/11/sa-project-lumos/ Project Lumos], [https://www.mixmods.com.br/2022/07/proper-radar/ Proper Radar], [https://gtaforums.com/topic/936663-neons-and-shadows/ Neons and Shadows], [https://libertycity.net/files/gta-san-andreas/169503-vosstanovlennye-pochtovye-jashhiki.html Restored Mailboxes], [https://libertycity.net/files/gta-san-andreas/170850-pak-razlichnykh-ispravlenijj-dlja.html Fix Textures Pack], [https://gtaforums.com/topic/836791-mugetsugas-workshop/ Mugetsuga's Fixes] and [https://www.moddb.com/mods/gta-san-andreas-unofficial-patch Unofficial Patch].
+====[https://www.mixmods.com.br/2022/04/improved-streaming/ Improved Streaming]====
+{{ii}} Fixes streaming issues by pre-loading types of assets (customizable) and keeping them in memory. Might improve performance.
+====[https://www.mixmods.com.br/2020/01/skygrad-sky-gradient-fix-corrigir-linhas-no-ceu/ SkyGrad]====
+{{ii}} Fixes gradient banding from the sky gradient.
+====[https://www.gtainside.com/en/sanandreas/cars/141447-mugetsuga-s-fixed-vehicle-lights/ Fixed Vehicle Lights]====
+{{ii}} Fixes vehicles not using their correct light textures at night.
+====[https://libertycity.net/files/gta-san-andreas/42339-train-light.html Train Light]====
+{{ii}} Restores train headlights at night.
+====[https://gtaforums.com/topic/954674-orange-bulb-lampposts/ Orange Bulb Lampposts]====
+{{ii}} Changes the white lampposts bulbs to orange ones instead, as it should be.
+====[https://gtaforums.com/topic/954999-pyramid-2dfx-fix/ Pyramid 2DFX Fix]====
+{{ii}} Fixes the Las Venturas pyramid's broken 2DFX.
+====[https://gtaforums.com/topic/955000-jizzys-pleasure-dome-remastered-2dfx/ Jizzy's Pleasure Dome Remastered 2DFX]====
+{{ii}} Redone all the 2DFX in Jizzy's club.
+====[https://gtaforums.com/topic/725635-gta-san-andreas-fixed-vanilla-vehicles/ Fixed Vanilla Vehicles]====
+{{ii}} Fixes a lot of various issues with vehicle textures and models.
+====[https://gamemodding.com/en/gta-san-andreas/cleo-scripts/71345-peds-hands-up-fix-v203.html Peds Hands Up Fix]====
+{{ii}} Fixes the bug where pedestrians will drop their hands and walk while aiming at them after a while.
+====[https://gtaforums.com/topic/915636-gangster-swat-fix/ Gangster Swat Fix]====
+{{ii}} Replaces the Micro SMG the SWATS carry to a more fitting MP5.
+====[https://gtaforums.com/topic/963363-escalator-physics-fix/ Escalator Physics Fix]====
+{{ii}} Fixes broken escalator physics (or rather, makes them actually work in the first place).
+====[https://www.mixmods.com.br/2022/04/real-traffic-fix/ Real Traffic Fix]====
+{{ii}} Fixes and majorly improves traffic AI.
+====[https://libertycity.net/files/gta-san-andreas/123136-fiks-stolbikov-gta-sa.html Bollards Fix]====
+{{ii}} Various fixes for various bollards present in various places.
+====[https://www.blast.hk/threads/23521/ Bleeding Trees Fix]====
+{{ii}} Fixes the issue where trees are capable of bleeding if you shoot them.
+====[https://libertycity.net/files/gta-san-andreas/109038-ispravlenie-baga-s-prozrachnymi-cepjami.html Fixed transparent chains]====
+{{ii}} Fixes broken transparency on chains.
+====[https://www.gtainside.com/en/sanandreas/mods/179404-body-stats-fix-in-interiors/ Body Stats Fix in Interiors]====
+{{ii}} Allows to see body changes during a workout without having to leave the gym.
+====[https://libertycity.net/files/gta-san-andreas/129862-ispravlenie-teni-v-jel-korone-el-corona.html El Corona Shadow Fix]====
+{{ii}} Fixes a weird shadow that shouldn't be there in El Corona.
+====[https://gtaforums.com/topic/763402-sarelfinally-black-roads-fix/ Black roads fix]====
+{{ii}} Fixes black roads when playing on low graphics.
+====[https://libertycity.net/files/gta-san-andreas/105599-desert-sheriff-fix.html Desert Sheriff Fix]====
+{{ii}} Fixes the game spawning normal sheriff instead of a desert one in the desert area.
+====[https://www.mixmods.com.br/2019/08/fix-seville-parked-car-corrigir-carro-descendo-a-rampa/ Fix Seville Parked Car]====
+{{ii}} Fixes a wrongly placed parked car spawn.
+====[https://libertycity.net/files/gta-san-andreas/90755-plane-explode-fix.html Plane Explode Fix]====
+{{ii}} Fixes an issue where the game would sometimes just make a plane disappear before the explosion during a collision.
+====[https://www.mixmods.com.br/2018/01/spread-fix-corrigir-espalhamento-dos-tiros/ Spread Fix]====
+{{ii}} Fixes the spread of the gun shots.
+===Improvements and additions===
+{{ii}} The mods in this section improve the various aspects of the game, even if they were only partially or not at all present in the game.
+====[https://www.mixmods.com.br/2022/03/sa-mixsets/ MixSets]====
+{{ii}} Allows to extensively tweak a lot of gameplay mechanics, visuals and more, totaling at more than 250 features available.
+{{++}} Due to the nature of being able to tweak any feature separately, it can be made compatible with any mod.
+====[https://github.com/ThirteenAG/III.VC.SA.IV.Project2DFX/releases/tag/gtasa Project2DFX]====
+{{ii}} Adds LOD corona effect to a game map, making the LOD-world look a lot better.
+{{ii}} Comes with Open Limit Adjuster that allows to increase all kinds of limits and render distances.
+====[https://www.mixmods.com.br/2015/06/bullethole-buracos-de-tiros Bullethole]====
+{{ii}} Adds bulletholes in the game.
+====[https://www.mixmods.com.br/2021/08/combat-improvement-and-melee-overhaul-melhorar-lutas/ Combat Improvement]====
+{{ii}} Improves the fighting in the game. Recommended to be used along with [https://www.gtaall.com/gta-san-andreas/cleo/58113-mixed-fighting-styles.html Mixed Fighting Styles].
+====[https://www.mixmods.com.br/2022/08/pedskills/ PedSkills]====
+{{ii}} Improves the AI.
+====[https://www.mixmods.com.br/2021/03/sa-cutscene-characters-for-gameplay-personagens-convertidos/ Cutscene Characters for Gameplay]====
+{{ii}} Replaces the low-resolution gameplay character models with their high-resolution cutscene counterparts.
+====[https://www.mixmods.com.br/2016/08/good-citizen-bonus-fix-gta-sa/ Good Citizen Bonus Fix]====
+{{ii}} Enables the original code for Good Citizen Bonus.
+====[https://www.mixmods.com.br/2022/11/ladders-mod-subir-escadas/ Ladders]====
+{{ii}} Adds actual animation for climbing ladders.
+====[https://libertycity.net/files/gta-san-andreas/170067-manual-driveby-remake-fixed.html?amp=1 Manual Driveby]====
+{{ii}} Allows to free aim while in Driveby mode, similar to future GTA games.
+====[https://gtaforums.com/topic/933587-improved-default-armoury-reflections-positions-model-and-texture-improvements/ Improved Default Armory]====
+{{ii}} Majorly enhances weapon textures and models, aswell as adding a few extras to them.
+====[https://gtaforums.com/topic/971630-sa-green-sabre-cutscenes-fix/ Green Sabre Cutscenes Fix]====
+{{ii}} Fixes various issues present in the cutscene's animations.
+{{ii}} Alternative versions of the Green Sabre cutscene to avoid an issue with story's logic. Page contains spoilers.
+====[https://gtaforums.com/topic/836791-mugetsugas-workshop/page/8/ Rescaled Pickup Icons]====
+{{ii}} Scales pickup icons to a more pleasant level.
+====[https://www.gtainside.com/en/sanandreas/mods/150137-manhunt-cranes/ Manhunt Cranes]====
+{{ii}} Replaces low quality cranes with the ones from [[Manhunt]].
+====[https://www.gtagarage.com/mods/show.php?id=26927 Cutscene Liberty City Xbox Textures]====
+{{ii}} Uses [[GTA 3]]'s Liberty City textures for the Saint Mark's Bistro mission in favor of low resolution vanilla textures.
+====[https://gtaforums.com/topic/971974-single-notes-fix/ Single Notes Fix]====
+{{ii}} Uses Max Payne textures for single notes in favor of the vanilla ones which were taken from the bundle texture.
+====[https://www.mixmods.com.br/2022/03/ls-lit-church-igreja-com-luzes-acesas/ Lit Church]====
+{{ii}} Makes the church lit at night.
+====[https://libertycity.net/files/gta-san-andreas/197494-stories-sprinting-beg-s-tjazhjolym.html?amp=1 Stories Sprinting]====
+{{ii}} Adds an animation for sprinting with heavy weapons, alike to the one in LCS and VCS.
+====[https://libertycity.net/files/gta-san-andreas/143585-animacija-radara-v-aeroportu.html Airport Radar Animation]====
+{{ii}} Adds an animation to the radar prop in the airport, alike to the one in [[Grand Theft Auto: Vice City]].
+===HD mods===
+{{ii}} These mods increase the texture quality of various aspects of the game that aren't ported from other versions.
+====[https://www.mixmods.com.br/2023/07/rosa-project-evolved-remaster-texturas-hd/ RoSA Project Evolved]====
+====[https://www.mixmods.com.br/2020/11/gta-sa-hd-movies-folder-intro-em-hd/ HD Movies]====
+====[https://gtaforums.com/topic/760829-relsa-radar-icons-hq-remastered/ Radar Icons HQ Remastered]====
+====[https://libertycity.net/files/gta-san-andreas/118430-hd-disketa.html HD Floppy]====
-{{Fixbox|description=[http://cleo.li/ CLEO4]|fix=
+====[https://libertycity.net/files/gta-san-andreas/75121-hd-naklejjki.html HD Stickers]====
-# Download and run the installer
-# Re-direct the installation path if necessary
-# Uncheck <code>Silent's ASI Loader</code> at the next page, as this version is likely outdated
-'''Notes'''
+====[https://www.mixmods.com.br/2021/12/loadscreens-4k-definitive-artworks-widescreen-hd Loadscreens 4K Definitive]====
-{{ii}} Any savegames made with CLEO4 installed may not work without the mod
-}}
-====ASI loader====
+====[https://gamemodding.com/en/gta-san-andreas/others/77204-hd-vinily-dlya-lourayderov.html HD Vinyls for lowriders]====
-{{ii}} Required for many script-based mods and fixes.
-{{Fixbox|description=Use [https://gtaforums.com/topic/523982-relopensrc-silents-asi-loader/ Silent's ASI Loader]|fix=
+====[https://libertycity.net/files/gta-san-andreas/120636-welcome-las-venturas-sign-remastered.html Welcome to Las Venturas Sign Remastered]====
-Place <code>vorbisHooked.dll</code>, <code>vorbisFile.dll</code>, and the <code>scripts</code> folder into <code>{{p|game}}</code>
-}}
-{{Fixbox|description=Use ThirteenAG's Ultimate ASI Loader included in [[#ThirteenAG's Widescreen Fix|Widescreen Fix]]|ref=<ref name="ReferenceA">{{Refcheck|user=AmethystViper|date=March 31, 2019|comment=}}</ref>|fix=
-}}
-====Modding tools====
+====[https://libertycity.net/files/gta-san-andreas/129158-kjendi-saks-hd-bigbord.html Candy Suxx Billboard HD]====
-* [https://gtaforums.com/topic/851436-relopensrc-magictxd Magic.TXD] - Easy to use program that lets you edit .txd files.
-* [https://gtaforums.com/topic/792411-relall-img-factory-13-now-kgm IMG Factory] - Powerful and feature-rich tool to edit .img files.
-====Featured websites====
+====[https://gtaforums.com/topic/878340-hd-menu-gta-san-andreas/ HD Menu]====
-* [https://www.gtainside.com/en/news.php GTAInside] - Very popular and long running GTA modding site with a huge catalog of mods.
-* [http://www.gamemodding.net/en/gta-san-andreas/ GameModding] - Mod site with many mods available for many games; similar to NexusMods.
-* [http://www.gtagarage.com/mods/browse.php GTA Garage Mod Database]
-* [https://www.gtaall.com/ GTA-All] - Newer website with lots of high-quality mods available.
-====Featured mods====
+====[https://www.gtaall.com/gta-san-andreas/mods/107832-mouse-hd.html HD Cursor]====
-* [http://www.gtainside.com/en/sanandreas/mods/107248-mixsets-v3-0/ Mix Sets] - Collection of various mods which add many tweaks and features (requires [http://cleo.li/ CLEO] installed).
-* [http://gtaforums.com/topic/750681-skygfx-ps2-and-xbox-graphics-for-pc/ SkyGfx] - Brings accurate PS2 and Xbox graphics and effects to the PC version of San Andreas.
-* [https://gtaforums.com/topic/899738-skyui/ SkyUI] - Brings accurate PS2/Xbox-like user interface to the PC version of San Andreas with some additional improvements and widescreen support.
-* [https://thirteenag.github.io/p2dfx Project2DFX] - Improves draw distances, asset streaming, and adds distant lights. Fixes certain problems with flickering objects with ENB, but in cost of some performance loss - even very big when using whole map tex mods. In case of infinite level loading, use this [https://yadi.sk/i/AKQ63yFbECYhsQ .ini]
-* [https://yadi.sk/d/ujsBN_p56Ml3xg streammemfix1.0] - Fix for flickering and disapearing textures during driving (e.g. for SAUR tex mod). It also prevents the game from crashing (at least when amount of RAM possible to address by the game is exceeded), since it aggresively cleans RAM during the game. It works as a better equivalent of SE_FixTextures.asi, but streammemfix1.0 is crashless (in case of memory), also unlike streammemfix2.0. It doesn't fix texture pop-up issue while flying.
-* [http://gtaforums.com/topic/743010-relsa-remastered-gui-textures-for-sa-inc-mobile-stuff/ Remastered GUI Textures] - Adds the remastered GUI from the mobile versions. Note: RemasteredGUI attached with Downgrader, can cause black textures of cars bug with ENB. In such case, use only mod downloaded from linked site above.
-* [https://github.com/ThirteenAG/III.VC.SA.CLEOScripts ThirteenAG's CLEO Scripts] - E.g. quicksave, autosave, walk mod, Radio For All Vehicles, SA.ManualDrivebyRemake, IV Pickups, Buy Back Your Weapons,
-* [http://gtaforums.com/topic/717189-relsa-enterable-hidden-interiors/ Enterable Hidden Interiors] - Allows to enter buildings otherwise confined only in cutscenes or not used.
-* [https://www.gtainside.com/en/sanandreas/mods/69381-first-person-mod/ First Person Mod]
-* [http://gtaforums.com/topic/528175-improved-vehicle-features/ Improved Vehicle Features] - Required by some car packs.
-* [https://www.gtainside.com/en/sanandreas/mods/127066-sa-dx-2-0-complex-shadows-v-0-369/ SA_DX 2.0] - Featured ENB mod. Game graphics and lighting completely revamped. The game can work faster with GTASA.WidescreenFix.asi attached with downgrader, instead of DirectX 2.0's attached sa_widescreenfix_lite.asi. For keeping more stable 30 FPS with SilentPatch, turn on frame limiter in game options (though with lower framerate it is not that helpful). SALodLights.asi (2DFX) can fix bad vehicles' textures bug (caused by Downgrader's Remastered GUI), and vegetation disappearing (the mod is a bit resource consuming). III.VC.SA.LimitAdjuster.asi can fix overall troubles with bad rendering and reflections (and also objects pop-in). Downgrader binary generates slightly brighter image than Hoodlum one. Shadows flickering can be fixed by using this [https://www.gtainside.com/en/sanandreas/mods/127112-sa-dx-2-0-complex-shadows-v-0-369-flicker-fix/ fix] (it's d3d9.dll - attached in mod download link above). Since now "Complex Shadows" can be turned on in the game - press Shift + Enter, then check in Effect  to activate it (can decrease FPS noticeably - the same for using Mix Sets). In certain cases setting TwoPassRendering=2 in SilentPatch can be also useful for object flickering (resource consuming). When you launch the game with ENB, wait patiently, and do not press anything on desktop, till the game shows up, to avoid infinite loading bug. In certain scenarios with low FPS - Memory 2048, and Optimiser.asi attached with ENB, can decrease performance, then Game Mode can make the game more playable. Additionaly, you can check this [[Microsoft Windows#Disable "Control Flow Guard"|fix]] for smoother gameplay, and create DEP exception for SA. Creative Alchemy also seem to help for a bit better smoothness (at least on Creative cards). For other posible FPS fixes, see below.
-* [https://www.gtainside.com/en/sanandreas/mods/131361-v-graphics/ V Graphics] - Very successful and popular ENB done so that you could enjoy some graphics very similar to GTA V. Don't use without SilentPatch (worse graphics). Much more resource requring than SA_DirectX 2.0. You can lower drawing distance and FX quality (deteriorating graphics quality) in game options. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t6jZzBaUoUM&t=314s Gameplay] ''NOTE'': To get double FPS increase in V Graphics<ref>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KlZz8fEIb_M</ref> (possibly also in DirectX 2.0), press SHIFT+ENTER in-game, and in "LIMITER", disable "WaitLimitRederer". This function is used even when limiter is disabled, and it decreases performance drastically (and it doesn't have any impact on graphics). Furthermore, if you updated ENB's d3d9.dll, you will have "EnableComplexShadows" option in "EFFECT" turned on by default. It is an experimental and resource consuming option. Turn on "EnableShadow" instead. It will make shadows look like it was intended by mod creator (complex shadows were introduced in ENB update, and probably not properly implemented by specific mod creators).
-* [https://www.gtainside.com/en/sanandreas/mods/134337-v-graphics-update-2/ V Graphics Update 2] - new arrangements, effects, along with various mod variants for your taste. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iIQPc3zzEoA Video]
-* [http://www.mediafire.com/file/uk82j51dzt9nuig/R_E_N_D_E_R_X_3_._0.rar/file RenderX 3.0] - Visually looks between SA_DirectX 2.0 and RenderHook. It is specific combination of ENB with ReShade.
-* [https://github.com/petrgeorgievsky/gtaRenderHook RenderHook] (not ENB) -  Implements DirectX 11 rendering API to GTA San Andreas as well as totally new rendering pipeline. Various based mods can be downloaded here: [https://www.mixmods.com.br/2018/03/renderhook-by-petkagta.html 1] or [https://www.gtainside.com/en/sanandreas/mods/117125-rendering-hook-alpha-0-1-not-an-enb-extremely-slow/ 2] or [https://gamemodding.com/en/gta-san-andreas/graphic/72478-render-hook.html 3] [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1kNHZj8onY9T9zav5U2Rwup5zO9ncmV8O_2EEufsF0lI/edit#heading=h.n6katp7aqz9d Incompatibilities:] SAMP, Skygfx, 13AG's GTASA.WidescreenFix.asi (in others - possible aspect ratio problems), 2DFX and SilentPatch requires appropriate .ini changes; Widescreen mod - changing RenderHook name to _gtaRenderHook.asi). If small window is shown or low resolution with crash while getting to game advanced options, change UseDefaultAdapter="false" in settings.xml. The mod can be used with Reshade in DX10+ mode.
-* [https://gamemodding.com/en/gta-san-andreas/cleo-scripts/45427-memory2048.html Memory 2048] - Cleo script that gives the game to use more memory. It is irreplaceable when you install high resolution texture or mods that use lots of memory. Game may also work and load faster. Fixes disappearing and flickering textures issues. Alternative values scripts - [http://www.mediafire.com/file/yq39aa4jbs2xi9b/%28CLEO%29StreamMemory+Fix+by+Acid.rar link] (memory512.cs may be slower but more stable in case of issues). These memory scripts are no longer needed when streammemfix1.0.asi is being used.
-* [https://www.gtainside.com/en/sanandreas/mods/91228-insanity-vegetation Insanity Vegetation]
-* [https://www.gtaall.com/gta-san-andreas/mods/55393-behind-space-of-realities-american-dream.html BSOR: American Dream Vegetation mod]
-* [https://www.gtainside.com/en/sanandreas/mods/106423-gta-v-del-perro-pier-v2/ GTA V Del Perro Pier v2]
-* [https://www.gtainside.com/en/sanandreas/mods/117602-k-retexture-somewhere-near-grove-street/ Somewhere Near Grove Street K - Retexture]
-* [https://www.gtainside.com/en/sanandreas/mods/125947-east-los-santos-retextured/ East Los Santos Retextured]
-* [https://www.gtainside.com/en/sanandreas/mods/81735-grove-street-insanity-hd/ Groove Street Insanity HD]
-* [https://www.gtainside.com/en/sanandreas/maps/119011-freakin-jeffersion/ Freakin' Jeffersion]
-* [https://www.gtainside.com/en/sanandreas/mods/111549-k-retexture-el-corona/ El Corona Mod K-Retexture]
-* [https://www.moddb.com/mods/srt3-mod/downloads/srt3-mipmap-2014 SRt3 Mipmap] - Retextures the entire map. Project goal is to retexture any piece/object of San Andreas by textures of much higher quality. Don't use attached peds pack, if you encounter crashes during missions.
-* [https://www.gtainside.com/en/sanandreas/mods/113997-saur-san-andreas-ultimate-re-texture/ SAUR — Ultimate Re-Texture] - The global re-texture design of the entire state. It includes components with such well-known projects as the SRT 1.7 project and RoSA. Lite (1.77GB) and full version (8.86GB) available. While using ENB, don't use default mip maps from full version - they cause problem of grain on textures. Lite version has x8 mip maps, while full version, even x12, and it provides the best quality. In case of flickering/disapearing textures use attached SE_FixTextures.asi.
-* [https://gamemodding.com/en/gta-san-andreas/packs/graphic/49462-rosa-project-pack.html Rosa Project Pack] - The main objective of the project - to replace all standard textures not just to high-quality HD textures, but also making them very similar to the original textures.
-* [https://www.moddb.com/mods/90s-atmosphere-vehicles-pack/downloads/90s-avp-43 90s Atmosphere Vehicles Pack] (works stable only with gsx.asi and VehicleSpecialAbilities.asi. Don't use ImVehFt and VehFuncs to avoid crashes)
-* [https://www.moddb.com/mods/90s-atmosphere-vehicles-pack-reborn-20 90s Atmosphere Vehicles Pack Reborn 2.0]
-* [https://www.moddb.com/mods/jerichos-mega-vehicles-pack Jericho's Mega Vehicles Pack] [https://mega.nz/#!U8pHTBRa!kg6kUkZTeaFirXjHkZzAYD-IdsJL4FkhbZJAUMw-3AQ Download] (in case of crash on startup, use additionally [https://yadi.sk/d/9z7kUE9fwWdFwg gsx.asi])
-* [https://gamemodding.com/en/gta-san-andreas/packs/cars/72646-best-of-the-best-cars.html Best of the Best cars]
-* [https://gtaforums.com/topic/767227-gta-sa-cj-%F0%9F%91%B5-remastered/ CJ, Characters Remastered Legacy]
-* [https://www.gtainside.com/en/sanandreas/mods/84008-san-andreas-insanity-weapons-items/ INSANITY Weapons Items]
-* [https://www.gtainside.com/en/sanandreas/mods/83281-san-andreas-insanity-audio-pack-v2-1/ INSANITY Audio Pack] - New weapon, NPC, SFX sounds. Be aware - it causes black screen bug before missions very often. For better sound quality [https://www.indirectsound.com/downloads/IndirectSound_0_17.zip IndirectSound 0.17] is recommended (newer versions have sound disappearing issue) or Creative Alchemy. Be aware of some performance overhaul, or use Alchemy or [http://forums.thedarkmod.com/topic/18249-tutorial-how-to-setup-eax-for-tdm-on-any-soundcard/ Alchemy for All] both with Buffers=5 set in dsound.ini (in case of sound disapearing bug).
-* [https://www.gtainside.com/en/sanandreas/mods/117136-san-andreas-cinematic-sound-effects/ San Andreas Cinematic Sound Effects] - Standart San Andreas has very low quality illegible sounds. This mod fixes this and created for purely new gameplay experience.
-* [https://gtaforums.com/topic/825069-san-andreas-ambient-sounds-saas/ San Andreas Ambient Sounds - SAAS] - This mod does NOT change any in-game sound. It's NOT a replacement for any object's sound (like cars, peds, etc). It only adds "ambience" (AKA background sound).
-* [https://gamemodding.com/en/gta-san-andreas/cleo-scripts/61976-fpsunlock.html FPSUnlock] - Unlocks default 99 FPS limit in SAMP. Be aware - sirens don't work, and vehicles handle a bit different.
-* [https://www.gtainside.com/en/sanandreas/mods/119596-gps-mod/ GPS Mod]
-* [https://mega.nz/#!VwIjEajK!3ECzbcZ87zafgk38HdIkYfn4F7HhyZufwSr7Yxsgm2M flickr.asi] - Mod by 13AG preventing from heavy flicker of textures e.g. while flying. If it causes the game to crash on startup with ENB, launch "!RUN ADMIN FOR ENB 0.313.bat" attached with V Graphics or DirectX 2.0.
-* [https://yadi.sk/d/uLebbTT9P-LLqQ LodLimit.cs] - CLEO mod (may reduce performance).
-* [https://yadi.sk/d/ZIHCtuV0RXrg7Q yacl.asi] - Corona limit adjuster
-* [https://gtaforums.com/topic/556386-relsa-multi-sampling-fix/ Multi-sampling Fix]
-* [https://github.com/ThirteenAG/III.VC.SA.LimitAdjuster/releases Open Limit Adjuster] - Aims to bring back limit adjusters to the scene. Does not aim to be just a limit adjuster, but a limit purger.  That's, turning whatever previously was limited into unlimited, being only limited by the machine/application capacity (featured mod attached Downgrader to install optionally). Slight performance impact when using big texture mods and ENB.
-* [https://yadi.sk/d/trcrKFmFC9zPcQ IDE_DD_Tweaker.asi] - Can cause the game to crash in the end of game loading with III.VC.SA.LimitAdjuster.asi (Open Limit Adjuster) installed.
-* [https://yadi.sk/d/1ge5d7m4OpsLFw FPS Adjuster] - It is a CLEO mod which can enhance performance of the game, and also allows changing FPS limit by NUM8 and NUM2, NUM5 in-game. The keys doesn't work with some mods. [https://gtaxmods.com/files/69536-cleo-fps-adjuster-nastraivaemyy-fps-up.html General troubleshooting]
-* [http://www.mediafire.com/file/lkibezl43nuaoei/MemFix.cs Stream Memory fix] - useful when you installed too much mods into the game, and it can't load the textures fast enough, and it loads them slowly<ref>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8El2nbQu_LA</ref> (positive performance impact).
-* [https://www.mediafire.com/file/tgm86567qqb9j62/FPS__.cs FPS Optimizer] <ref>https://hacksmods4samp.blogspot.com/2014/04/fps-optimizer-removes-lag-improves.html?showComment=1561602454801#c7509191485405624277</ref> -  CLEO mod which improves rendering in the game and (slightly) improvemes performance. Incompatible with Stream Memory fix.
-* [https://www.gta-modding.com/area/file-414-gfx-hack.html GFXHack]  - This ASI plugin improves rendering of small objects, as well as necessary for proper operation of chrome plated parts in new models of transport. Works in SA:MP. [https://yadi.sk/d/RqlP66kyRbCFbQ 2014 version] runs smoother and has positive impact on the game performance.
-* [https://libertycity.net/files/gta-san-andreas/113058-load-whole-map.html Load Whole Map] - It loads all map objects into RAM in cost of some performance loss and stuttering. The whole game map will always be loaded. Fixes problems rendering blank holes instead of textures in distant with 2DFX. The mod can cause crash when using big, RAM consuming tex mods like RoSA Project.
-====Total conversions====
+===Total conversion mods===
-{{ii}} [https://gtaforums.com/forum/338-total-conversions View the Total Conversions page on GTAForums here]
+====[https://gtaforums.com/topic/939012-sarel-things-to-do-in-san-andreas-overall-improvements/ Things to do in San Andreas: Overall Improvements]====
-* [https://gtaforums.com/forum/413-gta-underground/ GTA Underground] - An work-in-progress mod that attempts to bring the GTA III, Vice City, Bully, and Manhunt maps to San Andreas. [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5qTgk4oObeGNlcD7U4GSew View video updates here].
+{{ii}} Extends and expands the game significantly using as much official content as possible, such as unused content and content from other GTA games. (requires new game)
-* [https://gtaforums.com/topic/439980-vice-city-stories-pc-edition GTA Vice City Stories: PC Edition] - A standalone total conversion that attempts to port and remaster GTA: VCS to PC (does not require GTA: SA to play).
-* [https://gtaforums.com/topic/661961-sa-mobile-to-pc-research-project/ Mobile to PC Research Project] - A community driven project that aims to port over many of the improvements from the mobile port to the PC version.
-* [https://gtaforums.com/topic/302908-betawip-things-to-do-in-san-andreas/?do=findComment&comment=1070493784 Things to do in San Andreas: Overall Improvements] - Total conversion mod that returns cut content from the final game and fixes them (requires new game to be started)
-* [https://gtaforums.com/topic/910830-relbeta-storyline-enhancement-mod/ Storyline Enhancement Mod] - A lightweight and mod-friendly offshoot of Things to do in San Andreas. (CURRENTLY BROKEN)
-====Mod Index====
+====[https://gtaforums.com/topic/738238-san-andreas-beta-edition/ San Andreas: BETA Edition]====
-In [http://gtaforums.com/topic/898506-iiivcsa-mod-index/ Mod Index] you can find a bigger list of mods.
+{{ii}} Restores a lot of beta content that was cut from the final release.
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-|minCPU   = AMD Athlon 1.0 GHz
+|minCPU   = Intel Pentium III 1.0 GHz
-|minCPU2  = Intel Pentium III 1.0 GHz
+|minCPU2  = AMD Athlon 1.0 GHz
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-|recCPU   = AMD Athlon XP
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 |recHD    = 4.7 GB
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 |OSfamily = OS X
-|minOS    = Snow Leopard 10.6.8
+|minOS    = 10.6.8
 |minCPU   = Intel Core 2 Duo
 |minRAM   = 1 GB
 |minHD    = 5.2 GB
-|minGPU   = ATI Radeon X1600
+|minGPU   = Nvidia GeForce 7300 GT
-|minGPU2  = Intel GMA X3100
+|minGPU2  = ATI Radeon X1600
-|minGPU3  = Nvidia GeForce 7300 GT
+|minGPU3  = Intel GMA X3100
-|minother = This game will NOT run on PowerPC (G3/G4/G5) based Mac systems (PowerMac)
+|minother =
+|notes    = {{ii}} This game will NOT run on PowerPC (G3/G4/G5) based Mac systems (PowerMac)
 }}
 {{References}}
+[[Category:Custom music]]

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

Latest revision as of 14:59, 7 May 2024

Availability

Version differences

Monetization

Microtransactions

Essential improvements

Downgrading

Game doesn't start after downgrading

SilentPatch

ThirteenAG's Widescreen Fix

Skip intro videos

Game data

Configuration file(s) location

Save game data location

Fixing incompatible save game data

Portable GTA

Video

Run the game at screen refresh rate

Input

GInput

Audio

Localizations

Add more localizations to the in-game language option

Network

Multiplayer types

Connection types

VR support

Issues unresolved

Save game corruption glitches

German Steam version doesn't work on OS X

Timing-related issues

Relevant issues

Visual C++ Runtime Error when using mods

Issues fixed

Vegetation disappears in the distance

Missing or broken features and bugs

Examples

Pressing Alt+Tab ↹ crashes the game

Broken Alt+F4 function

User tracks don't play on modern systems

Game crashes on multi-monitor systems

Cannot find 800x600x32 video mode error

Lens flare is too thin and barely visible with AMD/Intel graphics cards

Broken reflections when anti-aliasing is enabled (Windows 10 and newer)

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

Loading older save file starts a new game

Mouse fails to work

Intro movies not playing on modern systems

Intro movies not playing and broken Alt+Tab ↹

Accidental activation of cheat codes

Sound issues on modern systems

Map/texture/models issues

Device selection window opens at launch

Multi monitor issues on left and right side of the screen

Freezes randomly when starting up or loading the game

Game doesn't start and gets stuck in task manager

Access violation DEP crash

Other information

API

Modifications

Utilities

ASI Loader

Restorations/backports

Fixes

Improvements and additions

HD mods

Total conversion mods

System requirements

Notes

References

Pressing `Alt`+`Tab ↹` crashes the game

Broken `Alt`+`F4` function

Intro movies not playing and broken `Alt`+`Tab ↹`