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==Input settings== | ==Input settings== | ||
| − | {{ii}} The game | + | {{ii}} The game has two control styles: '''Standard''' accommodates keyboard and mouse, while '''Classic''' is based on console control styles |
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{{Image|Grand Theft Auto III Remapping.png|In-game key map settings.}} | {{Image|Grand Theft Auto III Remapping.png|In-game key map settings.}} | ||
{{Image|Grand Theft Auto III Mouse.png|In-game mouse settings.}} | {{Image|Grand Theft Auto III Mouse.png|In-game mouse settings.}} | ||
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|acceleration option notes = | |acceleration option notes = | ||
|mouse sensitivity = true | |mouse sensitivity = true | ||
| − | |mouse sensitivity notes = Setting [[#Mouse sensitivity resets after restart|doesn't save]] in 1.0 version. | + | |mouse sensitivity notes = Setting [[#Mouse sensitivity resets after restart|doesn't save]] in 1.0 version. |
|mouse menu = true | |mouse menu = true | ||
|mouse menu notes = | |mouse menu notes = | ||
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|touchscreen notes = | |touchscreen notes = | ||
|controller support = true | |controller support = true | ||
| − | |controller support notes = | + | |controller support notes = DirectInput controllers only. See [[#GInput|GInput]]. |
|full controller = hackable | |full controller = hackable | ||
| − | |full controller notes = | + | |full controller notes = See [[#GInput|GInput]]. |
|controller remap = true | |controller remap = true | ||
| − | |controller remap notes = | + | |controller remap notes = DirectInput controllers only. See [[#GInput|GInput]]. |
|controller sensitivity = hackable | |controller sensitivity = hackable | ||
| − | |controller sensitivity notes= | + | |controller sensitivity notes= Use [[#GInput|GInput]] and adjust options in {{file|GInputIII.ini}}. |
|invert controller y-axis = hackable | |invert controller y-axis = hackable | ||
| − | |invert controller y-axis notes= | + | |invert controller y-axis notes= Use [[#GInput|GInput]] and adjust <code>InvertLook</code> in {{file|GInputIII.ini}}. |
| − | |xinput controllers = | + | |xinput controllers = unknown |
| − | |xinput controllers notes = | + | |xinput controllers notes = |
| − | |xbox prompts = | + | |xbox prompts = unknown |
| − | |xbox prompts notes = | + | |xbox prompts notes = |
|impulse triggers = unknown | |impulse triggers = unknown | ||
|impulse triggers notes = | |impulse triggers notes = | ||
| − | |dualshock 4 = | + | |dualshock 4 = unknown |
|dualshock 4 notes = | |dualshock 4 notes = | ||
| − | |dualshock prompts = | + | |dualshock prompts = unknown |
| − | |dualshock prompts notes = | + | |dualshock prompts notes = |
| − | |light bar support = | + | |light bar support = unknown |
|light bar support notes = | |light bar support notes = | ||
|dualshock 4 modes = unknown | |dualshock 4 modes = unknown | ||
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|tracked motion prompts = unknown | |tracked motion prompts = unknown | ||
|tracked motion prompts notes = | |tracked motion prompts notes = | ||
| − | |other controllers = | + | |other controllers = unknown |
|other controllers notes = | |other controllers notes = | ||
| − | |other button prompts = | + | |other button prompts = |
| − | | | + | |other button prompts notes= |
| + | |button prompts = Generic, Xbox, DualShock | ||
| + | |button prompts notes = For Xbox and DualShock prompts, see [[#GInput|GInput]]. | ||
|controller hotplug = true | |controller hotplug = true | ||
|controller hotplug notes = Only for the same type of controller plugged in initially from launch.<ref name="hotplugging">{{Refcheck|user=AmethystViper|date=June 6, 2018|comment=}}</ref> | |controller hotplug notes = Only for the same type of controller plugged in initially from launch.<ref name="hotplugging">{{Refcheck|user=AmethystViper|date=June 6, 2018|comment=}}</ref> | ||
|haptic feedback = hackable | |haptic feedback = hackable | ||
| − | |haptic feedback notes = | + | |haptic feedback notes = See [[#GInput|GInput]]. |
| − | |simultaneous input = | + | |simultaneous input = hackable |
| − | |simultaneous input notes = | + | |simultaneous input notes = See [[#GInput|GInput]]. |
|steam input api = unknown | |steam input api = unknown | ||
|steam input api notes = | |steam input api notes = | ||
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|steam cursor detection = unknown | |steam cursor detection = unknown | ||
|steam cursor detection notes = | |steam cursor detection notes = | ||
| + | }} | ||
| + | |||
| + | ===GInput=== | ||
| + | {{++}} Adds full XInput controller support | ||
| + | {{++}} Restores haptic feedback from console versions | ||
| + | {{++}} Choice between Xbox and DualShock button prompts | ||
| + | {{++}} Five controller presets, based on console versions and [[Grand Theft Auto IV]] | ||
| + | |||
| + | {{Fixbox|description=Download [https://gtaforums.com/topic/562765-ginput/ GInput]|fix= | ||
| + | # Place {{file|GInputIII.asi}} and {{file|GInputIII.ini}} into <code>{{p|game}}</code> | ||
| + | # Place the {{file|models}} folder into <code>{{p|game}}</code> | ||
}} | }} | ||
Revision as of 06:14, 10 March 2019
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| Developers | |
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| Rockstar North | |
| macOS (OS X) | TransGaming Inc. |
| Publishers | |
| Rockstar Games | |
| Japan | Capcom |
| Engines | |
| RenderWare | |
| Release dates | |
| Windows | May 20, 2002 |
| 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
- SilentPatch is essential to avoid a number of serious glitches which may prevent 100% game completion.
- Features the ability to import your music for your own custom radio station.
- Exceeding 30 FPS introduces gameplay and physics-related issues.
General information
- Rockstar Games's Official site
- Rockstar Games's Official Grand Theft Auto site
- Steam Community Discussions
- GTAForums - Grand Theft Auto III Discussion.
- Grand Theft Wiki
- GTA Network - A huge network of fansites all dedicated to the Grand Theft Auto series
Availability
| Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
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| Retail | |
SafeDisc v2 DRM[Note 1]. See SilentPatch to run without CD. | |
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| Amazon.com | |
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| Green Man Gaming | |
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| Humble Store | |
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| Mac App Store | |
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| Steam | |
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Essential improvements
Patches
- Many fixes of this patch has been included in SilentPatch and the v1.1 executable may cause incompatibility with other fixes.
Patch 1.1 fixes several bugs. Most digital distribution versions already include this patch.
Skip intro videos
- Although this mod was made for Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas, it also works on Grand Theft Auto III as well.
| Use No Intro Mod[3] |
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ThirteenAG's Widescreen Fix
- A v1.0 executable is recommended.
- For multi-monitor support, SilentPatch is required.[4]
- Fixes issues such as broken in-game widescreen and HUD scaling in higher resolutions.
- Adds adjustable FOV, MSAA support for the non-Steam version, and uses D3D8to9 wrapper.
| Use ThirteenAG's Widescreen Fix[5] |
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SilentPatch
- Fixes numerous bugs and oversights introduced in the PC version, and restores censored content cut from the French and German versions.
- Copying the
AUDIOfolder from the "PLAY" disc into<path-to-game>allows the game to be playable without the CD when using Silent Patch.
| Install SilentPatch[6] |
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SkyGfx
- Requires the D3D8to9 wrapper from Ultimate ASI Loader (included in ThirteenAG's Widescreen Fix) and currently only works with a v1.0 executable.
- Features the ability to restore the visual aesthetics of the RenderWare engine from the console or mobile versions.
| Install SkyGfx[7] |
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GInput
- Adds full XInput and DualShock 3 controller support and restores haptic feedback from console versions.
- Features various controller tweaks and settings such as X/Y axis inversion to alternate control schemes.
| Install GInput[8] |
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Game data
Configuration file(s) location
| System | Location |
|---|---|
| Windows | %USERPROFILE%\Documents\GTA3 User Files\gta3.set |
| macOS (OS X) | |
| Steam Play (Linux) | <Steam-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/12100/pfx/[Note 2] |
- Configuration file is encrypted.
Save game data location
| System | Location |
|---|---|
| Windows | %USERPROFILE%\Documents\GTA3 User Files\GTA3sf*.b |
| macOS (OS X) | ~/Documents/GTA3 User Files/ |
| Steam Play (Linux) | <Steam-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/12100/pfx/[Note 2] |
Save game cloud syncing
| System | Native | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| OneDrive | Requires enabling backup of the Documents folder in OneDrive on all computers. | |
| Steam Cloud |
Video settings
In-game video settings.
Widescreen resolution
- Only 16:9 aspect-ratio is supported as other resolutions are stretched, however, the in-game Widescreen setting causes issues such as stretched HUD, cuts off parts of the image (Vert-), and misaligned aiming. Use ThirteenAG's Widescreen Fix for proper widescreen support.
Windowed
Install ThirteenAG's Widescreen Fix, then create a wndmode.ini file in <path-to-game>[9]
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| Use D3DWindower[citation needed] |
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Input settings
- The game has two control styles: Standard accommodates keyboard and mouse, while Classic is based on console control styles
In-game key map settings.
In-game mouse settings.
GInput
- Adds full XInput controller support
- Restores haptic feedback from console versions
- Choice between Xbox and DualShock button prompts
- Five controller presets, based on console versions and Grand Theft Auto IV
| Download GInput |
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Audio settings
In-game audio settings.
Localizations
| Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
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| English | ||||
| Czech | Fan translation, download. | |||
| French | ||||
| German | ||||
| Italian | ||||
| Polish | Retail only. Made by publisher. | |||
| Brazilian Portuguese | Fan translation, download. | |||
| Russian | 1) Retail only. Patch for digital release here. 2) Fan voice-over by «GTA: Правильный перевод». |
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| Slovak | Fan translation, download. | |||
| Spanish |
Network
- Dedicated multiplayer maps can be restored with a mod
Multiplayer types
| Type | Native | Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|
| LAN play | Use Liberty Unleashed. | ||
| Online play | Use Liberty Unleashed. | ||
Connection types
| Type | Native | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Peer-to-peer | ||
| Dedicated | Use Liberty Unleashed. | |
| Self-hosting | Use Liberty Unleashed. | |
| Direct IP |
VR support
| 3D modes | State | GG3D | Notes | |
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| iZ3D | ||||
Issues fixed
Game refuses to start
| Fix Data Execution Prevention setting[citation needed] |
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Ensure Data Execution Prevention (DEP) is set to the default (Windows programs and services only). |
| Download and install SilentPatch with DDraw Component, Thirteen AG's Widescreen Fix, and SkyGfx[10] |
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"Cannot find 640x480 video mode" error
Download fixed GTA III/GTA VC DDraw Component and put the ddraw.dll in <path-to-game>[11]
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"Game requires at least 12MB of available video memory" error
Download fixed GTA III/GTA VC DDraw Component and put the ddraw.dll in <path-to-game>[12]
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Game freezes at loading
| Delete gta3.set[citation needed] |
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| Turn the in-game Frame Limiter setting on[citation needed] |
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Vehicles are missing colors
| Install Steam Car Colour Fix[citation needed] |
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Wonky physics while walking on sloped surfaces
| Turn on the frame limiter[13] |
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Inaccurate aiming
- Using the in-game widescreen setting causes the player's actual aiming sight to be slightly above and to the right of the displayed crosshairs.
| Install ThirteenAG's Widescreen Fix[citation needed] |
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| Install SilentPatch[citation needed] |
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Bad lighting, reflections, shadow mapping
| Install SilentPatch[citation needed] |
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Purple Nines gang has vanished
| Install SilentPatch[14] |
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Mouse sensitivity resets after restart
| Install SilentPatch[15] |
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Low violence gameplay with some keyboard layouts
- Includes ar-EG, de-AT, en-AU, es-ES, fr-CA, qu-PE, se-FI, sr-SP, zh-HK[16]
| Install SilentPatch |
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The game asking for the CD, even when all files are copied from the disc or was installed via Steam
| Install SilentPatch[17] |
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| Install CLEO[18][19][20] |
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Alchemy doesn't restore EAX
| Install Alchemy Fix[21] |
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Other information
API
| Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Direct3D | 8 | For Direct3D 9 support, use ThirteenAG's Widescreen Fix. |
| Shader Model support | 1.4 |
| Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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| Windows | |||
| macOS (OS X) |
Middleware
| Middleware | Notes | |
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| Audio | Miles Sound System | 6.1c |
OpenRW
OpenRW is an open source game engine that attempts to re-implement the engine used in classic GTA 3, Vice City and San Andreas in order to ensure a better compatibility with modern system and playable in the future. It currently supports only GTA 3 and it is currently not finished yet, however you can still play the game with it. Bear in mind that you need to compile it from its source code, instructions and requirements are available
Modding
Frequently used plugins
- CLEO - Popular script extender used by lots of sophisticated mods.
- IMG Manager V2.0 - Beta version of the most bug-free .img files manager
- IMG Factory 1.2 - An alternative .img file manager to the above.
Featured mods
- GTA III Dark Edition - Collection of various litter graphics improvements
- GTA III Xbox Version HD - Ports many of the high quality Xbox models, textures, and effects to PC version.
- Liberty City - The Leftovers Fix - Restores elements from the original PlayStation 2 version such as the 'Under Surveillance' dialogue and missing song from the Double Cleff FM radio station.
System requirements
| Windows | ||
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| Minimum | Recommended | |
| Operating system (OS) | 98, ME, 2000, XP | |
| Processor (CPU) | AMD Athlon 500 MHz Intel Pentium III 450 MHz |
AMD Athlon 700 MHz Intel Pentium III 700 MHz |
| System memory (RAM) | 96 MB | 128 MB |
| Hard disk drive (HDD) | 700 MB | |
| Video card (GPU) | Direct3D compatible 16 MB of VRAM DirectX 8.1 compatible | 32 MB of VRAM |
| Sound (audio device) | DirectX compatible | |
| macOS (OS X) | ||
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| Minimum | ||
| Operating system (OS) | 10.6.8 | |
| Processor (CPU) | Intel Core 2 Duo | |
| System memory (RAM) | 1 GB | |
| Hard disk drive (HDD) | 1.5 GB | |
| Video card (GPU) | ATI Radeon X1600 Nvidia GeForce 7300 GT Intel GMA X3100 |
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| Other | This game will NOT run on PowerPC (G3/G4/G5) based Mac systems (PowerMac) | |
Notes
- ↑ SafeDisc retail DRM does not work on Windows 10[1] or Windows 11 and is disabled by default on Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, and Windows 8.1 when the KB3086255 update is installed.[2]
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 File/folder structure within this directory reflects the path(s) listed for Windows and/or Steam game data (use Wine regedit to access Windows registry paths). Games with Steam Cloud support may store data in
~/.steam/steam/userdata/<user-id>/12100/in addition to or instead of this directory. The app ID (12100) may differ in some cases. Treat backslashes as forward slashes. See the glossary page for details.
References
- ↑ Not Loading in Windows 10; this will break thousands of - Microsoft Community - last accessed on 2017-01-16
- ↑ Microsoft - MS15-097: Description of the security update for the graphics component in Windows: September 8, 2015 - last accessed on 2018-02-16
- ↑ Verified by User:AmethystViper on May 21, 2018
- ↑ SilentPatch - Page 101 - GTAForums
- ↑ Verified by User:AmethystViper on May 21, 2018
- ↑ Verified by User:AmethystViper on May 21, 2018
- ↑ Verified by User:AmethystViper on May 21, 2018
- ↑ Verified by User:AmethystViper on May 21, 2018
- ↑ Verified by User:AmethystViper on May 21, 2018
- ↑ Verified by User:AmethystViper on May 21, 2018
- Installing these fixes on a clean install of the game fixed the game refusing the start.
- ↑ Can't find 640x480 video mode FIX :: Steam Community Discussions
- ↑ Grand Theft Auto III requires at least 12MB of available video memory - Help please?! :: Steam Community Discussions
- ↑ GTA III bug - Steam Users' Forums (retrieved)
- ↑ Southside Hoods - Grand Theft Wiki, the GTA wiki
- ↑ SilentPatch - Page 141 - GTAForums
- ↑ SilentPatch - Page 167 - GTAForums
- ↑ SilentPatch - Page 148 - GTAForums - last accessed on August 15, 2018
- ↑ pc drm - How to fix "please insert disk into the drive" error with the Steam version of GTA 3? - Arqade - last accessed on August 15, 2018
- ↑ Insert Disk 2 - Help & Support - GTAForums - last accessed on August 15, 2018
- ↑ Verified by User:AmethystViper on August 15, 2015
- Used CLEO on a clean install of the retail release with the v1.1 patch applied without any other mods and CD check was bypassed
- ↑ Verified by User:AmethystViper on May 22, 2018