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{{++}} Ability to import your music for your own custom radio station<ref>[http://gta.wikia.com/Custom_Radio_Stations Custom Radio Stations in GTA Games]</ref> | {{++}} Ability to import your music for your own custom radio station<ref>[http://gta.wikia.com/Custom_Radio_Stations Custom Radio Stations in GTA Games]</ref> | ||
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{{ii}} There are many [[#Issues and Fixes|issues]] and it is very likely to encounter at least one<ref name=f1>[http://www.gtaforums.com/index.php?showtopic=294498 "Vice City on Windows Vista & Windows 7"]</ref><ref name=f2>[http://www.gtaforums.com/index.php?showtopic=188753 "Bug List with Solutions (PC, PS2 & Xbox)"]</ref> | {{ii}} There are many [[#Issues and Fixes|issues]] and it is very likely to encounter at least one<ref name=f1>[http://www.gtaforums.com/index.php?showtopic=294498 "Vice City on Windows Vista & Windows 7"]</ref><ref name=f2>[http://www.gtaforums.com/index.php?showtopic=188753 "Bug List with Solutions (PC, PS2 & Xbox)"]</ref> | ||
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{{--}} Virtually no support on the Rockstar page of this game<ref>http://www.rockstargames.com/grandtheftautovicecity/pc/index.htm</ref> | {{--}} Virtually no support on the Rockstar page of this game<ref>http://www.rockstargames.com/grandtheftautovicecity/pc/index.htm</ref> | ||
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{{Availability Table/row| [http://store.steampowered.com/app/12110/ Steam] | {{ID|Steam}} | Easiest way of obtaining the most updated version of the game}} | {{Availability Table/row| [http://store.steampowered.com/app/12110/ Steam] | {{ID|Steam}} | Easiest way of obtaining the most updated version of the game}} | ||
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| − | {{ii}} Steam version is currently the easiest method of obtaining the most updated version, but needs to be downgraded in order to resolve [[ | + | |
| + | {{ii}} Steam version is currently the easiest method of obtaining the most updated version, but needs to be downgraded in order to resolve [[#Widescreen UI and FOV fix| stretched UI issue]]. | ||
==Game data== | ==Game data== | ||
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{{Game Location Table/row|OS X|\Users\Library\Application Support\Grand Theft Auto Vice City\p_drive\Documents\GTA Vice City User Files}} | {{Game Location Table/row|OS X|\Users\Library\Application Support\Grand Theft Auto Vice City\p_drive\Documents\GTA Vice City User Files}} | ||
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{{ii}} Save file location is dependent on whether or not "Compatibility Mode" is enabled as well as the operating system selected. (i.e. GTA-vc.exe on a Windows 8 operating system set to run in "Windows 98/Windows Me" Compatibility Mode will create save files in the default Windows 98 folder and not the default Windows 8 folder.) | {{ii}} Save file location is dependent on whether or not "Compatibility Mode" is enabled as well as the operating system selected. (i.e. GTA-vc.exe on a Windows 8 operating system set to run in "Windows 98/Windows Me" Compatibility Mode will create save files in the default Windows 98 folder and not the default Windows 8 folder.) | ||
{{ii}} "gta_vc.set" which are the game's settings configuration file is saved in these folders as well | {{ii}} "gta_vc.set" which are the game's settings configuration file is saved in these folders as well | ||
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|4k ultra hd wsgf award = incomplete | |4k ultra hd wsgf award = incomplete | ||
|widescreen resolution = true | |widescreen resolution = true | ||
| − | |widescreen resolution notes= Stretched UI and other various [[ | + | |widescreen resolution notes= Stretched UI and other various [[#Crosshair inaccuracy|issues]] in widescreen resolutions |
|multimonitor = false | |multimonitor = false | ||
|multimonitor notes = If you experience some issues with mouse cursor, check [http://www.dr-hoiby.com/MouseJail/ MouseJail] | |multimonitor notes = If you experience some issues with mouse cursor, check [http://www.dr-hoiby.com/MouseJail/ MouseJail] | ||
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|4k ultra hd notes = | |4k ultra hd notes = | ||
|fov = hackable | |fov = hackable | ||
| − | |fov notes =Can be edited in the [http://www.gtagarage.com/mods/show.php?id=15521 older widescreen hack], but it shouldn't be necessary since [[#Widescreen UI and FOV fix|new method]] is just awesome. | + | |fov notes = Can be edited in the [http://www.gtagarage.com/mods/show.php?id=15521 older widescreen hack], but it shouldn't be necessary since [[#Widescreen UI and FOV fix|new method]] is just awesome. '''This hack is not compatible with steam version.''' |
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|windowed = hackable | |windowed = hackable | ||
| − | |windowed notes = Requires a [[ | + | |windowed notes = Requires a [[#Windowed|modification]] |
|borderless windowed = false | |borderless windowed = false | ||
|borderless windowed notes = | |borderless windowed notes = | ||
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* An option located in the graphics settings that can be toggled on or off | * An option located in the graphics settings that can be toggled on or off | ||
{{++}} When enabled, allows the user to play in unstretched 4:3 resolutions on widescreen monitors. | {{++}} When enabled, allows the user to play in unstretched 4:3 resolutions on widescreen monitors. | ||
| − | {{--}} Basic resolution remains still 4:3. Check [[ | + | {{--}} Basic resolution remains still 4:3. Check [[#Widescreen UI and FOV fix|Widescreen UI and FOV fix]] for details. |
===[[Windowed]]=== | ===[[Windowed]]=== | ||
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|touchscreen notes = | |touchscreen notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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| + | {{--}} [[#Vertical (Y-axis) mouse sensitivity|Vertical mouse sensitivity]] is nearly unchangeable | ||
===Y-axis modifier=== | ===Y-axis modifier=== | ||
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{{Fixbox/fix|Delete .set file}} | {{Fixbox/fix|Delete .set file}} | ||
# Alt-Tab out of the game | # Alt-Tab out of the game | ||
| − | # Navigate to the folder containing the game's [[ | + | # Navigate to the folder containing the game's [[#Game save location|save files]] |
# Locate and delete "gta_vc.set" | # Locate and delete "gta_vc.set" | ||
}} | }} | ||
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{{Fixbox/fix|Delete .set file|ref=<ref name=f1/>}} | {{Fixbox/fix|Delete .set file|ref=<ref name=f1/>}} | ||
# Alt-Tab out of the game | # Alt-Tab out of the game | ||
| − | # Navigate to the folder containing the game's [[ | + | # Navigate to the folder containing the game's [[#Game save location|save files]] |
# Locate and delete "gta_vc.set" | # Locate and delete "gta_vc.set" | ||
}} | }} | ||
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{{Fixbox/fix|Change resolutions}} | {{Fixbox/fix|Change resolutions}} | ||
# Select a [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Display_resolution#Computer_monitors resolution with a 4:3 based aspect ratio]. | # Select a [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Display_resolution#Computer_monitors resolution with a 4:3 based aspect ratio]. | ||
| − | # Enable / toggle [[ | + | # Enable / toggle [[#Wide Screen|"Wide Screen"]] to "Yes" in the graphics settings if the image seems stretched. |
}} | }} | ||
{{Fixbox|1= | {{Fixbox|1= | ||
{{Fixbox/fix|Install a mod}} | {{Fixbox/fix|Install a mod}} | ||
| − | {{ii}} The [[ | + | {{ii}} The [[#Widescreen UI and FOV fix| Widescreen UI fix]] can be installed to fix the stretching |
}} | }} | ||
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{{Fixbox|1= | {{Fixbox|1= | ||
{{Fixbox/fix|Tommy Vercetti high res installation procedure|ref=<ref>http://www.gtaforums.com/index.php?showtopic=409717</ref>}} | {{Fixbox/fix|Tommy Vercetti high res installation procedure|ref=<ref>http://www.gtaforums.com/index.php?showtopic=409717</ref>}} | ||
| − | {{ii}} Requires the use of a [[ | + | {{ii}} Requires the use of a [[#Non-script gta3.img Editing|TXD editor]] to modify <code>gta3.img</code> |
# [http://www.gtagarage.com/mods/show.php?id=6313 Download] the pack from this page. | # [http://www.gtagarage.com/mods/show.php?id=6313 Download] the pack from this page. | ||
# Extract the <code>Tommy_HD_ModelTexture.zip</code> to a convenient location | # Extract the <code>Tommy_HD_ModelTexture.zip</code> to a convenient location | ||
| − | # Run [[ | + | # Run [[#TXD editor|<code>IMG.exe</code>]] and open <code>[[#Game install location|Game Install Location]]\Grand Theft Auto Vice City\models\gta3.img</code> using "File" -> "Open" on the top left of TXD Editor |
# In the TXD Editor, find and replace <code>player8.txd</code>. | # In the TXD Editor, find and replace <code>player8.txd</code>. | ||
# In the TXD Editor, add <code>tommy.dff</code>. | # In the TXD Editor, add <code>tommy.dff</code>. | ||
# Click "Commands" -> "Rebuild Archive" to save the new .img. | # Click "Commands" -> "Rebuild Archive" to save the new .img. | ||
| − | # Copy the files <code>tommy.dff</code>, <code>tom.jpg</code>, and <code>player.png</code> to <Code>[[ | + | # Copy the files <code>tommy.dff</code>, <code>tom.jpg</code>, and <code>player.png</code> to <Code>[[#Game install location|Game Install Location]]\Grand Theft Auto Vice City\Skins</code> |
# Launch the game and load the custom skin in the options menu. | # Launch the game and load the custom skin in the options menu. | ||
}} | }} | ||
| − | {{ii}} ALWAYS make a backup of <code>[[ | + | {{ii}} ALWAYS make a backup of <code>[[#Game install location|Game Install Location]]\Grand Theft Auto Vice City\models\gta3.img</code> before attempting to make any changes to the file else be prepared to reinstall the game if anything goes wrong. |
====High quality weapon icons==== | ====High quality weapon icons==== | ||
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{{Fixbox|1= | {{Fixbox|1= | ||
{{Fixbox/fix|High quality weapon icons installation procedure|ref=<ref>http://www.gtaforums.com/index.php?showtopic=487050</ref>}} | {{Fixbox/fix|High quality weapon icons installation procedure|ref=<ref>http://www.gtaforums.com/index.php?showtopic=487050</ref>}} | ||
| − | {{ii}} Requires the use of a [[ | + | {{ii}} Requires the use of a [[#.TXD Editing|TXD editor]] to modify <code>gta3.img</code> |
# [http://www.gtagarage.com/mods/show.php?id=17973 Download] <code>HD_icons_VC_by_Zera.zip</code> and extract the contents. There are three different styles included. The installation allows for mixing and matching or staying true to one style. | # [http://www.gtagarage.com/mods/show.php?id=17973 Download] <code>HD_icons_VC_by_Zera.zip</code> and extract the contents. There are three different styles included. The installation allows for mixing and matching or staying true to one style. | ||
| − | # Run [[ | + | # Run [[#.TXD Editing|<code>txd Workshop.exe</code>]] and open <code>[[#Game install location|Game Install Location]]\Grand Theft Auto Vice City\models\gta3.img</code> using "Open IMG" on the top left of TXD Editor |
# In the TXD Editor, find the .TXD files that match the names of the images included in the recently extracted mod. | # In the TXD Editor, find the .TXD files that match the names of the images included in the recently extracted mod. | ||
# Manually select the .TXD (example <code>bat.txd</code> and select the picture that shows up in the contents window to the right of the files. | # Manually select the .TXD (example <code>bat.txd</code> and select the picture that shows up in the contents window to the right of the files. | ||
# Above, there is a menu with the option to "Import." Click on "Import" and select the corresponding image that is preferred. Repeat this process for all of weapons. | # Above, there is a menu with the option to "Import." Click on "Import" and select the corresponding image that is preferred. Repeat this process for all of weapons. | ||
}} | }} | ||
| − | {{ii}} ALWAYS make a backup of <code>[[ | + | {{ii}} ALWAYS make a backup of <code>[[#Game install location|Game Install Location]]\Grand Theft Auto Vice City\models\gta3.img</code> before attempting to make any changes to the file else be prepared to reinstall the game if anything goes wrong. |
====Particle effects==== | ====Particle effects==== | ||
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{{Fixbox/fix|Particle effects installation procedure}} | {{Fixbox/fix|Particle effects installation procedure}} | ||
# [http://www.gtagarage.com/mods/show.php?id=6895 Download] <code>particle.zip</code> and extract the contents. | # [http://www.gtagarage.com/mods/show.php?id=6895 Download] <code>particle.zip</code> and extract the contents. | ||
| − | # Copy and replace the recently extracted <code>particle.txd</code> over <code>[[ | + | # Copy and replace the recently extracted <code>particle.txd</code> over <code>[[#Game install location|Game Install Location]]\Grand Theft Auto Vice City\models\particle.txd</code> |
# Run the game to confirm the changes. | # Run the game to confirm the changes. | ||
}} | }} | ||
| − | {{ii}} ALWAYS make a backup of <code>[[ | + | {{ii}} ALWAYS make a backup of <code>[[#Game install location|Game Install Location]]\Grand Theft Auto Vice City\models\particle.txd</code> before attempting to make any changes to the file else be prepared to reinstall the game if anything goes wrong. |
====High resolution textures and GTA IV style streets==== | ====High resolution textures and GTA IV style streets==== | ||
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{{Fixbox|1= | {{Fixbox|1= | ||
{{Fixbox/fix|High resolution textures and GTA IV style streets installation procedure|ref=<ref>http://www.gtaforums.com/index.php?showtopic=438282</ref>}} | {{Fixbox/fix|High resolution textures and GTA IV style streets installation procedure|ref=<ref>http://www.gtaforums.com/index.php?showtopic=438282</ref>}} | ||
| − | {{ii}} Requires an [[ | + | {{ii}} Requires an [[#IMG script editor|IMG script editor]] |
# [http://www.gtagarage.com/mods/show.php?id=9856 Download] <code>GTA_IV_Streets__Hi_Res.rar</code> (Part 1), <code>Part_2.rar</code> (Part 2 + Part 1 Update), and <code>GrassFix.rar</code> (Grass Fix). (Optionally) extract the contents. | # [http://www.gtagarage.com/mods/show.php?id=9856 Download] <code>GTA_IV_Streets__Hi_Res.rar</code> (Part 1), <code>Part_2.rar</code> (Part 2 + Part 1 Update), and <code>GrassFix.rar</code> (Grass Fix). (Optionally) extract the contents. | ||
| − | # Run [[ | + | # Run [[#IMG script editor|<code>GTA Mod Installer.exe</code>]] |
# Select continue, select "Install a mod [with a script file] for GTA3 or Vice City" and click next. | # Select continue, select "Install a mod [with a script file] for GTA3 or Vice City" and click next. | ||
# Select either of the two options depending upon whether the mod was extracted or not and click next. | # Select either of the two options depending upon whether the mod was extracted or not and click next. | ||
# Point the installer to either <code>GTA_IV_Streets__Hi_Res.rar</code> or the script file <code>EXTRACTION LOCATION\GTA IV Streets + Hi Res\Files+Installscript\installscript_gtavc.txt</code> in the extracted folder depending on the option selected previously. | # Point the installer to either <code>GTA_IV_Streets__Hi_Res.rar</code> or the script file <code>EXTRACTION LOCATION\GTA IV Streets + Hi Res\Files+Installscript\installscript_gtavc.txt</code> in the extracted folder depending on the option selected previously. | ||
| − | # Click next and then point the installer directly to the [[ | + | # Click next and then point the installer directly to the [[#Game install location|Game Install Location]] and click next. |
# It is highly recommended that a backup is made. Backups create an uninstall script which can be used to recover the game without needing a reinstall should anything go awry. | # It is highly recommended that a backup is made. Backups create an uninstall script which can be used to recover the game without needing a reinstall should anything go awry. | ||
# Let the installer run until there is a confirmation dialog. Repeat this process for Part 2 and Grass Fix. | # Let the installer run until there is a confirmation dialog. Repeat this process for Part 2 and Grass Fix. | ||
}} | }} | ||
| − | {{ii}} ALWAYS make a backup of <code>[[ | + | {{ii}} ALWAYS make a backup of <code>[[#Game install location|Game Install Location]]\Grand Theft Auto Vice City\models\gta3.img</code> before attempting to make any changes to the file else be prepared to reinstall the game if anything goes wrong. |
====High resolution radar mini map==== | ====High resolution radar mini map==== | ||
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{{Fixbox|1= | {{Fixbox|1= | ||
{{Fixbox/fix|Realistic mini map installation procedure}} | {{Fixbox/fix|Realistic mini map installation procedure}} | ||
| − | {{ii}} Requires an [[ | + | {{ii}} Requires an [[#TXD editor|TXD editor]] |
# [http://www.gtagarage.com/mods/show.php?id=11632 Download] <code>HDRadar.rar</code> and extract the contents. | # [http://www.gtagarage.com/mods/show.php?id=11632 Download] <code>HDRadar.rar</code> and extract the contents. | ||
| − | # Run [[ | + | # Run [[#TXD editor|<code>txd Workshop.exe</code>]] and open <code>[[#Game install location|Game Install Location]]\Grand Theft Auto Vice City\models\gta3.img</code> using "Open IMG" on the top right of TXD Editor |
# Delete <code>radar00.txd - radar63.txd</code> | # Delete <code>radar00.txd - radar63.txd</code> | ||
# Click "Action" -> "Add" -> Select the recently extracted <code>radar00.txd - radar63.txd</code> | # Click "Action" -> "Add" -> Select the recently extracted <code>radar00.txd - radar63.txd</code> | ||
# Save the changes and launch the game to test that it still works properly | # Save the changes and launch the game to test that it still works properly | ||
}} | }} | ||
| − | {{ii}} ALWAYS make a backup of <code>[[ | + | {{ii}} ALWAYS make a backup of <code>[[#Game install location|Game Install Location]]\Grand Theft Auto Vice City\models\gta3.img</code> before attempting to make any changes to the file else be prepared to reinstall the game if anything goes wrong. |
=====High quality original remake===== | =====High quality original remake===== | ||
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{{Fixbox|1= | {{Fixbox|1= | ||
{{Fixbox/fix|High resolution true to game style mini map installation procedure|ref=<ref>http://www.gtaforums.com/index.php?showtopic=413319</ref>}} | {{Fixbox/fix|High resolution true to game style mini map installation procedure|ref=<ref>http://www.gtaforums.com/index.php?showtopic=413319</ref>}} | ||
| − | {{ii}} Requires an [[ | + | {{ii}} Requires an [[#IMG script editor|IMG script editor]] |
# [http://www.gtagarage.com/mods/show.php?id=6585 Download] <code>hqr-vc.zip</code> and (optionally) extract the contents. | # [http://www.gtagarage.com/mods/show.php?id=6585 Download] <code>hqr-vc.zip</code> and (optionally) extract the contents. | ||
| − | # Run [[ | + | # Run [[#IMG script editor|<code>GTA Mod Installer.exe</code>]] |
# Select continue, select "Install a mod [with a script file] for GTA3 or Vice City" and click next. | # Select continue, select "Install a mod [with a script file] for GTA3 or Vice City" and click next. | ||
# Select either of the two options depending upon whether the mod was extracted or not and click next. | # Select either of the two options depending upon whether the mod was extracted or not and click next. | ||
# Point the installer to either <code>hqr-vc.zip</code> or the script file <code>installscript_gtavc.txt</code> in the extracted folder depending on the option selected previously. | # Point the installer to either <code>hqr-vc.zip</code> or the script file <code>installscript_gtavc.txt</code> in the extracted folder depending on the option selected previously. | ||
| − | # Click next and then point the installer directly to the [[ | + | # Click next and then point the installer directly to the [[#Game install location|Game Install Location]] and click next. |
# The backup feature was never fully implemented so don't select yes on the prompt that comes up directly after the previous step. | # The backup feature was never fully implemented so don't select yes on the prompt that comes up directly after the previous step. | ||
# Let the installer run until there is a confirmation dialog. Close the installer and run the game. | # Let the installer run until there is a confirmation dialog. Close the installer and run the game. | ||
}} | }} | ||
| − | {{ii}} ALWAYS make a backup of <code>[[ | + | {{ii}} ALWAYS make a backup of <code>[[#Game install location|Game Install Location]]\Grand Theft Auto Vice City\models\gta3.img</code> before attempting to make any changes to the file else be prepared to reinstall the game if anything goes wrong. |
=====High quality mini map icons===== | =====High quality mini map icons===== | ||
| − | {{ii}} This modification is a great addition when paired with the [[ | + | {{ii}} This modification is a great addition when paired with the [[#High resolution radar mini map|high resolution radar]]. |
{{Fixbox|1= | {{Fixbox|1= | ||
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===IMG script editor=== | ===IMG script editor=== | ||
| − | {{ii}} Allows for modifications and image replacements to be made to game files contained within <code>[[ | + | {{ii}} Allows for modifications and image replacements to be made to game files contained within <code>[[#Game install location|Game Install Location]]\Grand Theft Auto Vice City\models\gta3.img</code> automatically via an install script. |
{{++}} Modifications to <code>gta3.img</code> are compatible with the steam version of the game. | {{++}} Modifications to <code>gta3.img</code> are compatible with the steam version of the game. | ||
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# Run <code>GTA Mod Installer.exe</code> | # Run <code>GTA Mod Installer.exe</code> | ||
# Follow the on screen prompts to point the installer to the correct script and to the correct game install location. | # Follow the on screen prompts to point the installer to the correct script and to the correct game install location. | ||
| − | {{ii}} ALWAYS make a backup of <code>[[ | + | {{ii}} ALWAYS make a backup of <code>[[#Game install location|Game Install Location]]\Grand Theft Auto Vice City\models\gta3.img</code> AND <code>[[#Game install location|Game Install Location]]\Grand Theft Auto Vice City\models\gta3.dir</code> before attempting to make any changes to the file else be prepared to reinstall the game if anything goes wrong. |
}} | }} | ||
===TXD editor=== | ===TXD editor=== | ||
| − | {{ii}} Allows for modifications and image replacements to be made to game files contained within the [[ | + | {{ii}} Allows for modifications and image replacements to be made to game files contained within the [[#Game install location|Game Install Location]]. |
{{++}} Modifications to .TXD files are compatible with the steam version of the game. | {{++}} Modifications to .TXD files are compatible with the steam version of the game. | ||
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:* Has a fully functioning (CRTL + F) finding feature. | :* Has a fully functioning (CRTL + F) finding feature. | ||
:* Easily sorts files by type with the ability to hide file types by using "Edit" -> "Show Me" to select a specific type such as .TXD files only. | :* Easily sorts files by type with the ability to hide file types by using "Edit" -> "Show Me" to select a specific type such as .TXD files only. | ||
| − | {{ii}} ALWAYS make a backup of <code>[[ | + | {{ii}} ALWAYS make a backup of <code>[[#Game install location|Game Install Location]]\Grand Theft Auto Vice City\models\gta3.img</code> AND <code>[[#Game install location|Game Install Location]]\Grand Theft Auto Vice City\models\gta3.dir</code> before attempting to make any changes to the file else be prepared to reinstall the game if anything goes wrong. |
}} | }} | ||
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{{Fixbox/fix|Pop-In Modifier installation procedure}} | {{Fixbox/fix|Pop-In Modifier installation procedure}} | ||
* [http://cleo.sannybuilder.com Download] the auto-installer here and follow the on screen prompts | * [http://cleo.sannybuilder.com Download] the auto-installer here and follow the on screen prompts | ||
| − | * A folder called <code>CLEO</code> is created in the root of the [[ | + | * A folder called <code>CLEO</code> is created in the root of the [[#Game install location|game's directory.]] |
* All mods using CLEO will have at least 1 file that belongs inside the <code>CLEO</code> folder. | * All mods using CLEO will have at least 1 file that belongs inside the <code>CLEO</code> folder. | ||
}} | }} | ||
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| Developers | |
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| Rockstar North | |
| Publishers | |
| Rockstar Games | |
| Capcom | |
| Engines | |
| RenderWare | |
| Release dates | |
| Windows | May 1, 2003 |
| macOS (OS X) | November 12, 2010 |
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Warnings
- The macOS (OS X) version of this game does not work on macOS Catalina (version 10.15) or later due to the removal of support for 32-bit-only apps.
Key points
- Ability to import your music for your own custom radio station[1]
- There are many issues and it is very likely to encounter at least one[2][3]
- Virtually no support on the Rockstar page of this game[4]
General information
- Grand Theft Auto game series steam forums.
- Steam Community Discussions
- GTA: Vice City on GTA Forums
- Information on all things game play related
- Mods and add-ons for the Grand Theft Auto Series
Availability
- Steam version is currently the easiest method of obtaining the most updated version, but needs to be downgraded in order to resolve stretched UI issue.
Game data
Game save location
- Save file location is dependent on whether or not "Compatibility Mode" is enabled as well as the operating system selected. (i.e. GTA-vc.exe on a Windows 8 operating system set to run in "Windows 98/Windows Me" Compatibility Mode will create save files in the default Windows 98 folder and not the default Windows 8 folder.)
- "gta_vc.set" which are the game's settings configuration file is saved in these folders as well
- Note that save files are NOT cross-compatible between Mac and Windows
Video settings
File:Vice City Settings.jpg
General settings.
"Wide Screen"
- An option located in the graphics settings that can be toggled on or off
- When enabled, allows the user to play in unstretched 4:3 resolutions on widescreen monitors.
- Basic resolution remains still 4:3. Check Widescreen UI and FOV fix for details.
Windowed
| Instructions |
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| Instructions |
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| Instructions |
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"Frame Rate Limiter"
- An option located in the graphics settings that can be toggled on or off.
- When enabled, solves most issues when playing on modern PC's.
- Limits frames per second to 30.
Input settings
- Vertical mouse sensitivity is nearly unchangeable
Y-axis modifier
- This will allow the user to modify the y-axis sensitivity.
| Instructions |
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Audio settings
File:Gta-vc-audio.jpg
Audio settings.
Issues and Fixes
Any of the following problems, refer to a single common fixbox.
If you have
- Broken cutscenes (When a cut scene starts, the game seems to be frozen.)
- It is noticeable upon starting a new game, when a black screen appears with the writing "Marco's Bistro, Liberty City, 1986".
- Random crash when changing resolution
- Cars that reverse extremely slowly and/or stop quickly after releasing the accelerator
- Inhuman difficulties while performing boat missions (such as "Stunt Boat Challenge")
- Boats that accelerate and move slower than they should be (like cars issue above)
- Game that runs almost comically quickly[2]
- Pedestrians seem to be "running" and cars move on and off screen extremely fast.
- Textures & models "pop in" too slowly[2]
- Certain models such as bridges or stairs take a few seconds to "pop in" even if the character is standing near to or next to the model.
- In the mission "The Driver", a character may fall through the a bridge.
- Vice City with almost no cars or pedestrians on the streets and seems a ghost-town.
THEN
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Mouse clicks do not register
- Moving the mouse has no effect outside of the menus or clicks do not register at all outside (and/or inside) of the menus.[5]
- Try the fixes under timing-related issues first.
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Game crashes after intro movie or fails to start entirely
- Nothing occurs, other than a possible quick flicker, when attempting to run the game (gta-vc.exe)
- The game starts, however it crashes directly after the intro move with the error "gta-vc.exe has encountered a problem and needs to close."
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Camera locks after a unique jump is performed
- The camera locks in slow-motion and does not release the view.
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Crosshair inaccuracy
- When playing on a higher and wider resolution, the onscreen crosshair is not accurate.
- The real aim is slightly above and to the right of the displayed crosshairs.
- The latest steam version[6] places the crosshair in the correct location on the screen.
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Improvements
Graphical tweaks & updates
- Numerous texture packs and modifications can be made to improve graphical fidelity on higher resolutions, especially noticeable when playing in the 1920x1080 resolution.
Tommy Vercetti high res texture pack
- Tommy Vercetti rebuilt from the ground up to add some quality to the main player.
- Includes a 3D model watch
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- ALWAYS make a backup of
Game Install Location\Grand Theft Auto Vice City\models\gta3.imgbefore attempting to make any changes to the file else be prepared to reinstall the game if anything goes wrong.
High quality weapon icons
- This mod replaces all of the weapon icons with high quality versions of those icons.
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- ALWAYS make a backup of
Game Install Location\Grand Theft Auto Vice City\models\gta3.imgbefore attempting to make any changes to the file else be prepared to reinstall the game if anything goes wrong.
Particle effects
- This modification adds effects such as reflections and improves upon other effects such as smoke and cloud cover.
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- ALWAYS make a backup of
Game Install Location\Grand Theft Auto Vice City\models\particle.txdbefore attempting to make any changes to the file else be prepared to reinstall the game if anything goes wrong.
High resolution textures and GTA IV style streets
- This modification replaces most of the roads and many textures with high resolution ones.
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- ALWAYS make a backup of
Game Install Location\Grand Theft Auto Vice City\models\gta3.imgbefore attempting to make any changes to the file else be prepared to reinstall the game if anything goes wrong.
High resolution radar mini map
Realistic
- This modification to the mini map is a high resolution, realistic depiction of a mini map[7].
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- ALWAYS make a backup of
Game Install Location\Grand Theft Auto Vice City\models\gta3.imgbefore attempting to make any changes to the file else be prepared to reinstall the game if anything goes wrong.
High quality original remake
- This modification to the mini map is a high resolution remake of the original Vice City mini map at four times the original size[8]
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- ALWAYS make a backup of
Game Install Location\Grand Theft Auto Vice City\models\gta3.imgbefore attempting to make any changes to the file else be prepared to reinstall the game if anything goes wrong.
High quality mini map icons
- This modification is a great addition when paired with the high resolution radar.
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Long distance pop-in mod
- Allows the user to change the distance limit of the "pop-in" effect.
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IMG script editor
- Allows for modifications and image replacements to be made to game files contained within
Game Install Location\Grand Theft Auto Vice City\models\gta3.imgautomatically via an install script. - Modifications to
gta3.imgare compatible with the steam version of the game.
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TXD editor
- Allows for modifications and image replacements to be made to game files contained within the Game Install Location.
- Modifications to .TXD files are compatible with the steam version of the game.
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CLEO
- A script installer host capable of injecting memory changes as well as modifying the scrips of the game.
- CLEO is not compatible with the steam version of the game.
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Widescreen UI and FOV fix
- Attempts to fix issues caused due to widescreen resolutions
- Contains:
- A crosshair fix.
- A fix for the stretched HUD and minimaps
- A fix for the FOV setting and the Aspect Ratio distortion
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- This fix will not work with the steam version of the game
System requirements
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| Minimum | Recommended | |
| Operating system (OS) | 98, 98SE, ME, 2000, XP | |
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| Hard disk drive (HDD) | 915 MB free | |
| Video card (GPU) | DirectX 9.0c Compatible with 32 MB | DirectX 9.0c Compatible with 64 MB 1024 of VRAM |
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| Operating system (OS) | 10.6.8 (Snow Leopard) or newer | |
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| Hard disk drive (HDD) | 1.7GB of free hard disk space | |
| Video card (GPU) | ATI X1600, NVIDIA 7300GT, Intel X3100 integrated graphics chip, or better | |
References
- ↑ Custom Radio Stations in GTA Games
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 "Vice City on Windows Vista & Windows 7"
- ↑ "Bug List with Solutions (PC, PS2 & Xbox)"
- ↑ http://www.rockstargames.com/grandtheftautovicecity/pc/index.htm
- ↑ http://www.dedoimedo.com/games/gta-vice-city-windows-7.html
- ↑ As of 14 January, 2013
- ↑ http://www.gtagarage.com/mods/screen.php?s=23792
- ↑ http://www.gtagarage.com/mods/show.php?id=6585
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