1. REQUIREMENTS
3. Main Mods
17. INSTALL MODS
18. MODLOADER
20. PRIORITY TABLE
21. COMBINATIONS
22. Configure .INI
23. SOLUTIONS
26. THANK YOU
Welcome to this document about the mods I use to play GTA San Andreas for good.
The goal is to play with mods that don't alter Rockstar's original vision, aren't too drastic changes, no "realistic" graphics or animations, or random mods like cartoon skins/cars/weapons, nothing like that.
The mods you'll see today are totally "Lore-Friendly", mods that fit perfectly with the game, to the point of looking like an official update from Rockstar, which adds new content like things from the PS2/Xbox Versions, Beta Stuff, and that improve the gaming experience quite a bit.
These mods are SINGLE PLAYER ONLY, no "Can I play with these mods in SAMP / MTA?" questions.
Ready to go, Count Zero! That's right, we'll do EVERYTHING from scratch.
The first PC is the Programma 101, produced by the Italian company Olivetti between 1962 and 1964... Wait no.
If you've just bought / Formatted a PC, it's more than obvious that it's not ready to play yet. Well, we need to do a lot of things.
If you just bought your PC, you'll need to configure it to have maximum performance, such as activating the XMP Profile of the RAM, Drivers, etc.
Although it sounds obvious, we must install the most up-to-date Drivers for our GPU to have maximum performance. You will download the drivers from the official website of your GPU, whether it is NVIDIA, AMD or Intel.
NVIDIA:
https://www.nvidia.com/es-la/drivers/
AMD:
https://www.amd.com/es/support/download/drivers.html
Intel:
https://www.intel.la/content/www/xl/es/download-center/home.html
GTA San Andreas, like many games, needs DLL files to work, such as VCredist, DirectX, Redistributables. This also includes mods, as most require code that includes said DLLs.
But how do I get those DLLs?
Don't worry, fortunately Mixmods includes an article where we can find the most important DLLs and their installers, both for 32 bits (x86) and 64 Bits (x64).
Don't worry, they are all official Microsoft installers, so there are no risks.
https://www.mixmods.com.br/2015/08/download-de-todas-as-dll-que-voce-precisa/
If you're here, I assume you've already seen the complete guide to installing mods for GTA San Andreas in 2024, you've downgraded your GTA SA from Steam/Rockstar Launcher, that you have the game on Version 1.0, and the Essentials Pack installed.
In that Guide, I show you how to get the game (either through Steam Families, Rockstar Launcher, etc.).
DON'T KNOW HOW? Below you'll find everything you need:
Obviously, we need GTA San Andreas on Version 1.0 FULL for all the mods to work properly. NOT the Steam (3.0) or Rockstar Launcher (3.0) versions, these versions ARE NOT MOD COMPATIBLE.
Remember, I have a complete guide to get GTA San Andreas Classic on PC in different ways (either through Steam Families, Rockstar Launcher, and the Gokaiger favorite).
https://youtu.be/ECbrRWBUJuU
But if for some reason you have the Steam / RGL versions, you're in luck! Just downgrade the game!
Downgrader
http://downgraders.rockstarvision.com/
Downgrade
https://youtu.be/ECbrRWBUJuU&t=119s
Downgrader didn't work for you? Don't worry, TJGM has an easier method:
https://youtu.be/83z83I153oc
As you may know, installing GTA San Andreas from its original installer will install it in
"Program Files (x86) / Rockstar Games / GTA San Andreas"
SERIOUS MISTAKE!
As I mentioned in my guide to optimizing GTA San Andreas, Windows is quite restrictive when it comes to changing the x86 Program Files folders, and GTA San Andreas IS NO EXCEPTION.
https://youtu.be/m5UMvc8L1po?si=aomO_XNHP87cSM8x&t=181
I recommend changing the game path, such as "Documents" or "Games". And of course, update the Desktop shortcut with the new path.
NOTE: If you have the game in the normal Steam path ("steamapps / Common / GTA San Andreas"), don't worry. Fortunately, Steam allows us to install mods in its default path (or not, Rockstar Games Launcher?)
This is one everyone knows. In case an installation goes wrong, always have a clean copy of GTA San Andreas 1.0 on hand. Always have a Backup.
This helps a lot when installing mods, as it fixes many Modloader errors and mods installed within it.
"GTA San Andreas" folder > Right-click > Properties > Security > Select user > "Edit" > "Full Control"
https://gtaforums.com/topic/922253-failed-to-open-the-log-file-modloader-issue/
This pack contains everything you need to install mods for GTA San Andreas and optimize your game!
-Silent's ASI Loader
-CLEO 4.4.4
-CLEO+
-Modloader
-Silent Patch
-Widescreen Fix
-Etc.
https://www.mixmods.com.br/2019/06/sa-essentials-pack/
Many of the compressed files are in .7z format. They are clearly files compressed in 7-Zip. That's why I recommend you have 7-Zip installed, which is 1000 times better than WinRAR and WinZip, due to all its advantages (Open Source, better compression, more compatibility with different compressed file formats, etc.).
These are Plugins required by some mods to work at 100%. Pay attention so that you don't say "It crashes, it tells me that I need Open Limit Adjuster, what do I do?"
Required by: Proper Fixes, RoSA Project, Project Urbanize, Improved Streaming, Project 2DFX, Project Re:LIT, Beta Mulholland Safehouse, BDL Map, Enterable Hidden Interiors, Restored Unused Peds, etc.
https://www.mixmods.com.br/2022/10/open-limit-adjuster/
Required by: Original Peds Vary
https://www.mixmods.com.br/2021/03/original-peds-vary-peds-originais-variando-pedfuncs/
Required by: Revamped Vehicles Project
https://www.mixmods.com.br/2023/01/sa-vehfuncs/
Required by: Revamped Vehicles Project
WARNING: There is a bug where car parts turn green. This is caused by SkyGFX Extended.
At the moment it is not recommended to install the mod, until there is a solution. RVP can be used with only VehFuncs.
https://www.mixmods.com.br/2020/01/imvehft-improved-vehicle-features/
Author: Jessica Natalia
REQUIRED: Open Limit Adjuster (MemoryAvailable = 1024)
TUTORIAL TO INSTALL RoSA Evolved by Jéssica Natália (Author of the mod):
https://youtu.be/W-o357heIWc
This mod is responsible for remastering all the textures of GTA San Andreas in HD.
https://www.mixmods.com.br/2023/07/rosa-project-evolved-remaster-texturas-hd/
CLARIFICATION: This mod is updated monthly. Includes 3 versions:
1.- Alpha (Current Month) (PATREONS ONLY)
2.- Beta (Previous Month) (PATREONS ONLY)
3.- Public (2 months ago)
You should check for the update every half of the month:
This means that in this month (January) the 2-month version (November).
Next month (February) the 2 months ago version should be released publicly (December)
Author: Junior_Djjr, Jessica Natalia, Hysen, Aal, StreetFonso, MJkun17, Tripaseca, KaiQ & Mixmods Community
REQUIRED: Open Limit Adjuster
RECOMMENDED: If you are installing RoSA Project, download the version "Proper Fixes for RoSA Project".
RECOMMENDED: INCREASE the priority of "Proper Fixes" above "RoSA Project" in the Modloader menu.
Mod that makes numerous bug fixes, such as wrong textures, lighting bugs, beta leftovers, model bugs, etc.
https://www.mixmods.com.br/2024/02/sa-proper-fixes/
https://gist.github.com/AlexRed29/78c47c80975aeecaade1584e099178de
Original Author: aap (The Hero)
Extended Author: Junior_Djjr
REQUIRED: Download the Extended Version.
This mod brings us the graphics of the different versions of GTA SA, and visual fixes.
https://www.mixmods.com.br/2024/03/sa-skygfx/
"SkyGFx Extended" settings optimized:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1PNMOUsoCtH9GKucpHy89R1u4J-mwA1ag
Author: Jéssica Natália, Junior_Djjr
This mod remasters all GTA SA loading screens in HD with AI and Source Images. https://www.mixmods.com.br/2021/12/loadscreens-4k-definitive-artworks-widescreen-hd/
Author: War Drum Studios, Junior_Djjr & Mjay/Mjarcos.
This mod improves the quality of the game's Fonts, such as subtitles and Menus.
https://www.mixmods.com.br/2019/12/mobile-font-fixed-fonte-do-gta-sa-mobile-corrigida/
Author Pack: Jéssica Natália
Author Textures: Jessica Natália, War Drum Studios, IvoryColt, HermeSSentinuS, Junior_Djjr, Leonid Omsk, Kage, BobFromReboot & AndPewLowThar.
This Texture Pack remasters elements of the game, such as icons, logos, and the Casino mini-games.
https://www.mixmods.com.br/2021/01/atmosphere-interface-pack-interface-hd/
Author: Junior_Djjr
RECOMMENDED: Remove "HQ Radar" from "Atmosphere Interface Pack"
This mod fixes the game's radar, such as design errors and leftovers from the Beta.
https://www.mixmods.com.br/2022/07/proper-radar/
Author: Junior_Djjr
REQUIRED: CLEO+
This mod adds more icons to the radar, such as hospitals, fire stations, police stations, casinos, etc.
https://www.mixmods.com.br/2022/01/more-radar-icons/
Author: ThirteenAG (_AG)
REQUIRED: Ginput.
This mod recreates the interface of the PS2/Xbox Versions, such as viewing the map directly in the pause menu.
https://www.mixmods.com.br/2021/09/skyui-interface-do-ps2-para-pc/
Author: AlexRed29
Acknowledgements: Seeman (Sanny Builder 3) & Kaizo M (Latin Characters)
This is a Spanish translation of SkyUI 1.2 created by me (AlexRed29), as the original file does not have Latin characters.
https://www.mediafire.com/file/rmv23395tcpn3gg/Skyui_text+Traducción+Español.7z/file
Author: Junior_Djjr
REQUIRED: SkyGFX Extended
This mod adapts various models of the game to move with SkyGFX Extended's Wind Shader.
https://www.mixmods.com.br/2022/10/wind-project/
Author: Aal. FlaGnuM & Mixmods Community
REQUIRED: SkyGFX Extended
NOTE: This is NOT the original link, the original is on the Mixmods Server.
More models adapted to SkyGFX Extended's Wind Shader.
https://www.mediafire.com/file/7zirgll7b4l7cgq/Adapted_Models_for_Skygfx_Wind.7z/file
Author: Jestic, Junior_djjr, Jéssica Natália & MS
REQUIRED: SkyGFX Extended
This mod adds HQ palm trees with SkyGFX Extended's Wind Shader.
https://www.mixmods.com.br/2021/03/savc-original-hq-palms-palmeiras-remasterizadas/
Author: TheArtemMaps
REQUIRED: Install on the game's Root Path. DON'T install in Modloader.
This mod adds the fluffy clouds we saw in GTA 3 and GTA Vice City.
https://gtaforums.com/topic/992544-fluffy-clouds-from-gta-3gta-vc-for-gta-sa/
Author: RusJJ
This mod adds more stars to the game natively, replacing the Rockstar constellation.
https://gtaforums.com/topic/994443-starryskies-pc/
ALTERNATIVE.
Author: Junior_Djjr
REQUIRED: NOT install "Fluffy Clouds" and "Starry Skies" if you are going to install this mod, as it already does both (Real Sky, Clouds and Stars).
As the name implies, this mod is a Real Sky Skybox. Unlike the rest, this one does not cause FPS loss and does not replace files.
https://www.mixmods.com.br/2021/06/sa-real-skybox/
Author: TJGM & ThirteenAG
REQUIRED: Open Limit Adjuster (ALREADY INCLUDED IN THE MOD).
This mod improves the draw distance of the map and lights in GTA SA.
https://www.mixmods.com.br/2020/02/sa-project2dfx/ (MORE STABLE)
https://github.com/ThirteenAG/III.VC.SA.IV.Project2DFX/releases/tag/gtasa
Author: Junior_Djjr
REQUIRED: Open Limit Adjuster
REQUIRED: High Priority to Open Limit Adjuster and Project 2DFX in Modloader
This mod pre-loads the GTA SA files, to avoid the so-called "Blue Holes" on the map, this helps to optimize the CPU, RAM and HDD/SSD disk.
https://www.mixmods.com.br/2022/04/improved-streaming/
Author: DaftoNTive
REQUIRED: Delete files named "cluckinbell" from the mod folder (Fixes visual bugs with Proper Fixes)
Improved lighting in Los Santos.
https://www.mixmods.com.br/2022/01/project-immerse-yourself-prelight-melhorado/
Author: luke_slywalker
REQUIRED: Open Limit Adjuster
Improved lighting in Los Santos and San Fierro.
https://gtaforums.com/topic/988819-relit-san-andreas/
Author: RamM_LP, Kaoru Tanamachi, StreetFonso
RECOMMENDED: Download the "Version adapted for Proper Fixes" Version if you are going to play with Proper Fixes, to avoid errors or crashes. Also dragging "Optionals" to the Full Version, is totally worth it because they are all improvements.
This mod aims to add items and details to the game map, such as Definitive Edition or Beta content. This mod ALREADY INCLUDES: BETA Grove Street, BETA Vinewood Sign and Missing Fence Fix in one.
https://forum.mixmods.com.br/f6-mapas-objetos/t8221-sa-beta-and-definitive-map
Author: ATPs & AlphaBit
This mod enables donut shops with the feature to buy in all 3 available sizes.
https://www.mixmods.com.br/2020/02/rusty-browns-ring-donuts-overhaul-loja-de-donuts/
Enterable Hidden Interiors + Fix Unofficial Patch
Author (EHI): artginPL
Author (Unnoficial Patch): Junior_Djjr
REQUIRED: Open Limit Adjuster
RECOMMENDED: Install this mod once the game is finished, to avoid crashes, or at least that's what happened to me.
This mod allows us to enter the hidden interiors of the game, such as those seen in Story Mode, and those that do not appear at any time.
Commands (ES-MX KEYBOARD):
Doherty's Garage:
(+) Garage Close
(-) Garage Open
https://www.mixmods.com.br/2021/01/enterable-hidden-interiors-entrar-em-interiores-escondidos/
ENTERABLE HIDDEN INTERIORS (Locations):
https://artginpl.blogspot.com/2015/06/enterable-hidden-interiors-v40.html
Author: Jéssica Natália & Junior_Djjr
REQUIRED: Open Limit Adjuster
WARNING: This mod may have bugs with mods such as Story Mode 2.0 due to the "peds.ide" and "pedgrp.dat" files, as both mods have the same files. SOLUTION BELOW.
This mod adds us to the game's unused pedestrians, also called Beta pedestrians.
https://www.mixmods.com.br/2022/07/sa-restore-unused-peds/
Author: Junior_Djjr
REQUIRED: Open Limit Adjuster and Restored Unused Peds
WARNING: This mod may crash with Urbanize in the field areas. Temporarily disable if you are on field missions.
This mod adds pedestrians via script, such as policemen, a taxi driver, and a pool player. It also fixes the bug of MALE01's nonsensical appearances.
https://www.mixmods.com.br/2022/08/peds-extender/
Author: Thiago555aug
REQUIRED: PedFuncs
This mod adds variations to the game's pedestrians, such as changing clothing textures, skin color, facial features, etc.
There are a Total of 3 Versions:
Original: Original Version without Changes.
Extended: More Textures, More Variations (AFFECTS STORY MODE CHARACTERS)
ESRGAN: Original Version with HD Textures (MAY CAUSE LAG IF PLAYED WITH ROSA PROJECT).
https://www.mixmods.com.br/2021/03/original-peds-vary-peds-originais-variando-pedfuncs/
Author: Junior_Djjr
REQUIRED: CLEO+ and Open Limit Adjuster
REQUIRED: Install on GTA SA Root Path
This mod adds more NPCs throughout the San Andreas map making animations, and new objects, which gives more life and realism to the game.
https://www.mixmods.com.br/2024/05/urbanize/
Author: Jéssica Natália, Junior_Djjr, OjTrue, Zeneric, Jão, François Declasse
INSTALLATION:
- Create a folder in Modloader (Named Proper Player Retex) and drag the mod files into it.
This mod remasters all of CJ's textures in HD. Includes the split-fingered hands seen in 10th Anniversary. The mod doesn't change any 3D models, this means you can install clothing mods on it BUG FIX BELOW).
https://www.mixmods.com.br/2024/12/proper-player-retex/
Author: ForeverL
This mod adds hands with separate fingers to cinematic characters.
https://gtaforums.com/topic/752981-sa-mobile-hands/
Author: MMK_033 & M4k3
This mod fixes bugs related to CJ and NPC animations, such as not being able to open their mouths, warped figures, and visual fixes.
https://www.mixmods.com.br/2022/02/animation-fix-v1-5-corrigir-bugs-de-animacoes/
Author: Silent
As the name implies, this mod enables gang wars throughout the state, adding the territories of Los Aztecas, San Fierro Rifa, Triada Mountain Cloud Boys, Da Nang Boys, etc.
https://gtaforums.com/topic/682194-extended-gang-wars/
Author: KiloRyu
REQUIRED: ImVehFt and VehFuncs
WARNING: There is a bug with ImVehFt, where car parts turn green. This is caused by SkyGFX Extended.
It is not recommended to install ImVehFt at the moment, until there is a fix. RVP can be used with only VehFuncs.
This mod enhances the vehicles in the game with realistic details such as windshield wipers, round wheels and the ability to turn the steering wheel.
https://gtaforums.com/topic/981977-rvp-revamped-vehicles-project/
Author: Junior_Djjr
This mod improves the Artificial Intelligence of the game's traffic: Drivers will moderate their speed, react to anything in their path, leaving aside the game's robotic traffic.
https://www.mixmods.com.br/2022/04/real-traffic-fix/
Author: BoPoH (Voron295)
Author (Fixes): Crspy & Junior_Djjr
RECOMMENDED: Install on the GTA SA Root Path
As the name implies, this mod adds First-Person Mode by pressing the "switch camera" button multiple times. The Mod plays very similar to the mode seen in GTA V.
https://www.mixmods.com.br/2022/03/first-person-mod-primeira-pessoa/
Author: Silent
This mod improves support for controller play in GTA San Andreas:
-Vibration
- Reload with "B" (Xbox) / "O" (Playstation)
- Analog sensitivity in gatillos
- Tricks clásicos
- PS3 controller support (SIXAXIS)
https://www.mixmods.com.br/2021/01/iii-vc-sa-ginput-melhor-suporte-para-controles/
Want to play Classic 2 Player Mode?
How to play GTA San Andreas PC 2 Player 2022 (OUTDATED TUTORIAL)
https://youtu.be/ECYAPyS8l_o
ULTIMATE GUIDE to 2 player GTA San Andreas PC | Tutorial 2024 (with split screen)
https://youtu.be/PL1WSb9S2aM
IMPORTANT: For the controller to work, it is required to have Xinput (API included out of the box in Xbox Controls). If it doesn't, you'll need to emulate it as an X360 controller. In the videos above, he shows a way to emulate the controller as if it were from Xbox, either with X360CE or Steam.
As I mentioned in the video, these are some HD textures if you don't want to install RoSA Project. A lighter option.
NO includes map textures (Buildings, grass, houses, etc.), as they may have issues with Proper Fixes.
Author: Miguel Araújo, Jéssica Natália & Junior_Djjr
https://www.mixmods.com.br/2022/04/sa-sade-proper-vehicles-retex/
Author: Ezekiel
https://www.mixmods.com.br/2021/05/nextgen-remaster-weapons-pack-de-armas-em-hd/
Author: F
https://www.mixmods.com.br/2021/03/sa-cutscene-characters-for-gameplay-personagens-convertidos/
Author: Jéssica Natália
https://www.mixmods.com.br/2022/07/sa-proper-characters-retex-hd-peds-remaster/
Author: Jéssica Natália
https://www.mixmods.com.br/2021/10/proper-cutscene-retex-texturas-remasterizadas-em-hd/
Here are mods that are a nice addition to GTA San Andreas, but due to lack of time they couldn't be added to the video. That's why, to recognize the work of modders, I recommend them.
None of these mods require changing the priority of Modloader, just dragging their folder into Modloader, or installing them in the Root Path.
Author: Jéssica Natália & Junior_Djjr
RECOMMENDED: Remove "frontend1.txd" from Atmosphere Interface Pack.
Mod that extends the radio of GTA San Andreas, adds more than 800 new songs (TOTAL 1000 SONGS). GTA V's Non Stop Pop is added, featuring a new DJ made with Artificial Intelligence.
There are new songs from: Michael Jackson, Earth Wind & Fire, Queen, Metallica, Slayer, KISS, Led Zeppelin, AC/DC, N.W.A, Eazy-E, Dr. Dre, etc.
https://www.mixmods.com.br/2024/08/original-radio-extended/
MOD PREVIEW:
https://youtu.be/IYbGPwSfsP0
Author: Pep Legal
REQUIRED:
- NewOpcodes.cleo (Already in the mod)
- Install in GTA SA Root Folder
This mod adds ambient sounds to the game, such as animal sounds in the forest, traffic sounds in cities, port sounds, etc. This mod includes a Standard Version (Better Audio Quality) and a Lite Version (Light Weight), install one of the 2 versions, plus its update.
"San Andreas Ambience Sounds – Mods Showroom" by TJGM:
https://youtu.be/utHX9_Gv5Cs
https://gtaforums.com/topic/825069-san-andreas-ambient-sounds-saas/
Author: Sarafsuhail
Mod that allows us to take a Taxi like in GTA 5. It will take us to the destination marked on the Map.
Llamar Taxi / Call Taxi: "TAB"
Confirm Destination: "CTRL"
Skip Trip: "Y"
https://www.mixmods.com.br/2020/02/taxi-ride-mod-chamar-taxi/
Author: Bopoh
REQUIRED:
- NewOpcodes.cleo (In the mod)
- Install on the Root Path
- RECOMMENDED the NewOpcodes.cleo of this mod, above SAAS).
INSTALLATION ORDER FOR FIRST PERSON MOD:
- Install Camhunt
- Install First Person Mod
- Install NewOpcodes.cleo
A classic mod, this mod allows us to have the camera free, perfect mod for making recordings or videos.
https://www.mixmods.com.br/2022/09/sa-camhunt/
Author: Dutchy3010, PatrickW
Classic mod, to design your missions, useful for Loquenderos and making movies in GTA San Andreas.
https://www.mixmods.com.br/2022/11/sa-dyom/
Author: Junior_Djjr & GTA Modding Community
This is an "All-in-One" add-on, which includes over 285 settings! We can configure things like: Pedestrian density, vehicles, disable visual effects for more FPS, activate hidden features such as the Most Hostile Raids, etc.
https://www.mixmods.com.br/2022/03/sa-mixsets/
Author: TrushinVlad
RECOMMENDED:
- In case of crashing by other CLEO mods that use variables, read the file "achievent system.ini".
As the name implies, this mod adds a Trophy/Achievement system to GTA San Andreas, similar to the one seen in the X360/PS3 version.
View achievements: Press "TAB" + "Caps Lock" keys
https://www.mixmods.com.br/2022/07/sa-achievements-and-trophies-system/
Author: MrFinger
This mod changes the sounds of the game, such as horns, sirens. Alarms, etc. For sounds in better quality. To create this mod, the community took on the long task of looking for the Source Sounds that Rockstar used to develop the GTA 3D. This mod also adds sounds from GTA Vice City and GTA 3, which sound better quality than SA.
https://gtaforums.com/topic/954595-gta-3d-era-original-vehicle-sounds-source/
Example:
https://youtu.be/uVjTVnLRAvU
https://www.mixmods.com.br/2020/07/uncompressed-sfx-pack-sons-originais-em-hd/
Author: Junior_Djjr
REQUIRED
- CLEO+ (Essentials Pack)
As the name suggests, it makes the police fair to the player and pedestrians. That is, if a pedestrian attacks you, the police will go after him, this also happens if he has a firearm.
Things change when you have a wanted level, because the police will always go straight for you.
https://www.mixmods.com.br/2020/10/fair-police-v2-0-2-policiais-atacam-pedestres/
Author: Junior_Djjr
REQUIRED
- CLEO+ (Essentials Pack)
This mod brings realism to the game. If pedestrians see you with guns, or a vehicle is about to explode, they will flee.
https://www.mixmods.com.br/2020/10/ped-fear-fix-v2-0-2-peds-se-assustam-com-armas-e-mais/
Author: Junior_Djjr
REQUIRED
- CLEO+ (Essentials Pack)
This mod corrects the reaction of pedestrians to fire. If they see fire, they will flee. In addition, firefighters will not burn themselves if they come into contact with fire.
https://www.mixmods.com.br/2018/10/ped-fire-fix-v1-1-corrigir-pedestres-pegando-fogo/
Author: Junior_Djjr
This mod enhances the game's animations without replacing files. The mod smooths out transitions between animations, making them look more natural and similar to modern games.
Example:
https://youtu.be/AG1uVPY2Wuw
https://youtu.be/QP3hjUPELXU
https://www.mixmods.com.br/2021/08/improvedmove/
As I mentioned in the GTA San Andreas Guide, all mods are going to be installed in the Modloader folder. ALL MODS to be installed in Modloader must be in their respective folder.
"Proper Fixes", "SkyGFX", & "Project Re:LIT", are 3 separate folders.
ALL FOLDERS MUST BE INSIDE THE MODLOADER FOLDER of GTA San Andreas.
Project Urbanize (Install on Root Path)
First Person Mode 3.0 (Install on Root Path)
Fluffy Clouds (Install on Root Path)
In the Guide I mention many times "Set the priority", or "Increase the priority above 'x' mod". In it I explain this point in a summarized way:
https://youtu.be/ECbrRWBUJuU&t=520s
How do I do this?
In that Modloader menu you will find all the folders of the mods that we install with Modloader.
As the name implies, the PRIORITY indicates which mods are the most important, in this case the largest numbers ARE THE MOST IMPORTANT
Both mods have identical files (gta3.img, gta_int.img, etc.) , however, the "Proper Fixes" ARE THE IMPORTANT ONES because they have the bug fixes of models, objects and textures, which "RoSA Project" does not.
In case of Not setting the Priority of the mods, they will CRASH the game since you don't know which one is the most important.
We have 2 Options: "Lower RoSA Project Priority" or "Increase Proper Fixes Priority"
SOLUTION 1: We lower the Priority of "RoSA Project" from 50 to 49.
SOLUTION 2: We raised the "Proper Fixes" Priority from 50 to 51.
In my case I am going to modify the priority of Proper Fixes.
With Proper Fixes Priority set the game won't crash, because you already know which mod is the most important!
You're probably wondering "Which mods are very important?"
The mods are arranged as if it were a pyramid (the highest level are the most important).
As the name suggests, here are your preferred mods to play, they can be character skins from other games, realistic vehicles, random mods, etc.
In this level there are mods of Maps and Addons, i.e. small additions, such as objects or buildings on a map. These should be higher than Proper Fixes so they don't crash.
Example of mods:
- BDL Map
- Beta Mulholland
- Urbanize
- Restored Unused Peds
- Revamped Vehicles Project
- HQ Palms
At this level, mods that ARE MORE IMPORTANT THAN OTHERS will be increased a bit. Call it "Proper Fixes", which we mentioned that its priority should be higher than RoSA Project.
Example of Mods:
- Proper Fixes
- Improved Streaming
These mods are NOT required to change the priority, as they do not affect other mods, or their priority must be lower, such as RoSA Project.
Example of Mods:
- Open Limit Adjuster
- PedFuncs
- VehFuncs
- ImVehFt
- SkyGFX
- GInput
- Project2DFX
- RoSA Project
At the request of many, here is the priority of mods. It took me time to research which mods are more important than others.
Let's open Modloader.ini with Notepad.
LOCATION: GTA San Andreas / Modloader / "Modloader.ini"
In the Modloader.ini File you will see a section that says "[Profiles.Default.Priority]".
This section stores the Priority settings that we configured in the Modloader menu.
Below that text they are going to paste the following:
animation Fix + m4k3 anims = 52
adapted models for skygfx wind = 53
Atmosphere Interface Pack = 52
BDL Map Full = 52
enterable hidden interiors = 53
Original HQ Palms = 54
improved streaming = 54
mobile font fixed = 52
mobile hands = 52
Original HQ Palms = 54
original peds vary = 53
Project Immerse-Yourself = 53
Project re:lit = 53
proper fixes = 51
Proper player retex = 52
proper radar = 54
restored unused peds = 54
revamped vehicles project = 53
Rosa Project Evolved = 49
Rusty Brown's Ring Donuts = 54
urbanize = 53
Wind Project = 52
Unlike RoSA Project, the YES alternatives should be superior to Proper Fixes, as they are separate textures and not . IMG as in RoSA Project.
atmosphere interface pack = 51
esrgan characters textures hd = 51
nextgen remaster weapons = 51
Original HQ Palms = 54
Proper Characters Retex HD = 51
Proper Cutscene Retex = 51
Proper fixes = 50
Proper player retex = 52
proper radar = 54
Proper vehicle retex = 51
Revamped Vehicles Project = 54
ginput = 50
Imvehft = 50
Open Limit Adjuster = 50
pedfuncs = 50
project2dfx = 50
Skygfx = 50
vehfuncs = 50
As the name implies, these mods CANNOT BE INSTALLED ON MODLOADER.
first person mode (Install in Root Path)
camhunt (Install on Root Path)
urbanize (Install the "CLEO" and "Modloader" folders in the Root Path)
1.- The folder names of the mods you installed must match the one in the text above. If you renamed "proper player retex" as "cj hd" the priority we copied WILL NOT WORK.
You will need to set it manually (cj hd = 52).
2.- In case the names above do not match your mod folders, you will have to change the priority manually in the Modloader menu (as in the example in Modloader).
Would you like to have the ideal combination to play GTA San Andreas? Do you want everything complete in one go, or something Quality-Performance, or a minimalist installation? Well, I welcome you to the combinations, and the priority of each mod in Modloader.
This combination is ideal for playing GTA San Andreas on PC without major changes, including bug fixes, few improvements and full mapping, an Enhanced GTA SA Vanilla. There are some optional mods, none of which cause lag.
animation Fix + m4k3 anims = 52
ginput = 50
improved streaming = 54
Open Limit Adjuster = 50
proper fixes = 51
proper radar = 54
skygfx = 50
BDL Map Full = 52
beta mulholland safehouse = 54
extended gang wars = 50
more radar icons = 50
project2dfx = 50
Project Immerse-yourself = 52
Project re:lit = 53
Proper player retex = 53
Skyu's Sky = 50
wind project = 52
urbanize = 52
INSTALL ON ROOT PATH:
First Person Mode
Project Urbanize
This combination combines things that improve the game visually, and things from the Beta, such as Pedestrians and Mapping. Perfect for Low-End PCs. Let's copy the Priority Table from the beginning.
You can also install the RoSA Project Alternatives, in case you're interested in some HD Textures, such as Vehicles or Weapons.
RoSA Project
Pretty heavy mod. HD textures everywhere (Map, Pedestrians, Weapons, Vehicles, Vegetation, etc). For obvious reasons the consumption of CPU, GPU, RAM, and Storage will be too much, even with Improved Streaming.
Project2DFX
Consumes more system resources. Use it only if your PC allows it).
ESRGAN Original Peds Vary
It can lead to conflicts with the RoSA Project. In addition to Lag and Sluttering).
This combination includes ALL mods in the video. This can have some cons if your PC is Low-Resource. The order is above, it's the Main Priority Table of the Mods.
As such, if your PC isn't very powerful, there's a good chance you'll experience some lag jerks, slowdowns, or crashes.
This combination is recommended for Mid-High Range PCs.
If you've read some mods, you'll notice that they have annotations like "To change this edit the .ini file."
Those ".ini" Files are commonly called "Configuration Files", they are present in video games, in this case, to Configure Mods.
How can I edit this?
Easily, it will always be with Notepad, but to better guide you use Notepad++.
This mod includes several configurations, as an example we will see:
- DetailMaps = 0
This setting is about the detailed Textures of the Mobile Version, the number "0 (Zero)" indicates that it is disabled, to Enable it we change the "0 (Zero)" for a "1 (One)".
- DetailMaps = 1
This enables Mobile Detailed Textures.
This mod includes several, seriously, VARIOUS settings.
- HowManyMinsInDay = -1 (24)
This setting changes the time of how many actual minutes are for a game day, by default 24 minutes is 24 hours > One minute = 1 hour in the game.
The value "-1" is the Default Value of the game, i.e. the mod is not doing anything, it is using the 24 minutes = One day in the game.
In my case, I want 48 real minutes to be 24 hours. (2 Minutes = 1 Hr)
- HowManyMinsInDay = 48
With this 48 real minutes will be a day in the game, similar to GTA IV and GTA V.
Nothing is perfect, this also includes mods, as some can have bugs. That's why I, AlexRed29, took some time to research possible solutions to problems with some mods.
If you know a better solution you can write it in the comment box of the video, and I will update the document.
I already mentioned it in the "Guide to Installing Mods 2024", ALWAYS check the files of the mods you are going to install, check if they have files with the same name.
The best example is with Project 2DFX, which includes the Open Limit Adjuster. Please remove it, as we are using the plugin separately.
Another example would be the Atmosphere Interface Pack which includes the radar.txd files and which can collide with the radar.txd files of Proper Radar (which are much better).
The most effective solution is to delete those files that we are not going to occupy, or to increase the priority of the most important mod for us in Modloader.
Seriously, check the mod files, this happens occasionally with the so-called "Random Mods", which include packs of Skins, Cars, weapons, etc, most of the time you will find repeated .dff and .txd files, this causes files to collide with others, therefore, CRASHEOS.
Do you get an error with the black circle of the radar? This bug is caused by SkyUI, as it also includes an option that acts as a Widescreen Fix (Not recommended if you already have a mod that takes care of that).
To fix this:
- Open the mod folder.
- Open the SkyUI.ini file
- We change the value from "bWidescreenSupport=1" to "bWidescreenSupport=0"
- We change the value from "bForceFixedAspectRatio" = 0" to "bForceFixedAspectRatio = 0"
- This fixes the bug!
Are you playing with SkyUI in Spanish, but notice errors in the Latin characters (á, é, í, ó, ú)?
This bug happens because the Spanish language of the SkyUI.text file does not have Latin characters programmed.
The Best Solution is:
- Download the Spanish Translation
- Extract the content.
- Replace the "SkyUI.text" file
- Perfect!
A: To fix Project 2DFX lag we're going to do the following:
- Open "SALodLights.ini" with Notepad.
- Find the "VegetationDrawDistance" option
- We're going to change "VegetationDrawDistance" to "#VegetationDrawDistance"
Disabling "VegetationDrawDistance" fixes most of the lag, since Proper Fixes' LOD Vegetation now does a better job of seeing trees in the distance.
This bug is caused by a conflict between "ImVehFt" and "SkyGFX Extended 1.7".
aap/skygfx#36
DO NOT INSTALL "ImVehFt" until there is a solution.
You can play Revamped Vehicles Project with VehFuncs only without any problem.
Do you have Project Immerse-Yourself installed and see that the buildings are exaggeratedly bright?
This bug happens by SkyGFX, you don't have the option "ExplicitBuildingPipe = 0" with a ";" (Semicolon) at the beginning of the line.
Add the semicolon ";" to the beginning of "ExplicitBuildingPipe = 0" in ALL numbered .ini SkyGFX files.
For an easier solution, download my .ini files and replace all the ones in SkyGFX.
SkyGFX ".ini" configured:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1PNMOUsoCtH9GKucpHy89R1u4J-mwA1ag
Wanted to install a clothing mod to play Proper Player Retex? Did it come out bugged?
While it is true that Proper Player Retex does not modify any 3D model of CJ (except for the hands), it MANDATORILY requires that the textures be in 1024 resolution.
The best solution is Magic TXD, which is the best alternative to the outdated TXD Workshop.
The solution is:
- Open the texture of the Clothes that are bugged with Magic TXD.
- Let's go to "Edit".
- Click on "Adjust Size"
- Set the texture.
GARMENT SIZES FOR PROPER PLAYER RETEX:
- Shirts 1024x1024
- Pants 512x1024
- Footwear 512x512
- Tattoos 1024x1024
- Chains 128x128
- Bandanas/handkerchiefs 128x128
- Glasses 256x128
- Hats 256x256
- Clocks 256x128
- Perfect! We fixed the bug.
NOTE: This NOT is a definitive solution, since there may be cases of .txd Blocked (To avoid texture theft). Or also that the Clothes do not work with this method.
An example of the latter: I wanted to install Max Payne 3's Hawaiian Shirt, but the method didn't work. I suppose that for this case the Texture 1024 by 3DS Max will have to be adapted.
A: I already said it in my video Guide to installing mods in GTA SA, In Modloader, in addition to the Priority, other factors may be present, such as the way in which the mod is installed.
- Check ALL the mods you're going to install, and see if you don't have any duplicate files.
- Check that you save the mods in Folders in Modloader.
- Check that the name of your mod folder is not in Russian, Korean, Chinese, Japanese, etc. (ONLY if your PC is not in that language).
A: Of course, the important thing is that your priority level is higher than Wind Project.
Example:
- Definitive Edition Trees = 55
- Wind Project = 53
Although this has its limitations, if the mod is NOT adapted to the Wind Shader, unfortunately the trees and vegetation will not move, ONLY other objects such as flags or ropes will move.
TUTORIAL TO ADAPT OBJECTS TO WIND SHADER (By: Junior_Djjr):
https://forum.mixmods.com.br/f34-tutoriais/t8109-sa-como-adaptar-modelos-para-o-shader-de-vento-do-
A: Absolutely! Clearly you will need to increase the Priority of the mod in Modloader. THE PRIORITY OF YOUR FAVORITE MODS WILL BE THE HIGHEST OF ALL.
Example: I want to install the GTA V Duffle Bag (Replace a cap), and I want it with Proper Player Retex (CJ HD).
- GTA V Duffle Bag = 58
- Proper Player Retex = 54
Remember, in case of bugs with Proper Player Retex, go to the solution above.
A. THERE IS NO NEED TO BE ALARMED. It is a false positive. For some reason several antiviruses detect Mixsets as viruses, but there is NO danger.
Junior_Djjr uploaded the "mixsets.asi" file to VirusTotal to scan for possible viruses, but most of them do NOT detect any, except for 24 antivirus programs that detect it as "Game Hack" (For game cheating, an insignificant ""virus""").
The mod is OPEN SOURCE, and anyone can see its code freely and check that it has nothing malicious about it, I've been playing with Mixsets for years on 4 different PCs and nothing bad.
When you download the file, add it to your Antivirus whitelist.
VirusTotal page:
https://www.virustotal.com/gui/file/ffee9f32cbd3af9925807b2c0fac0f172d7c73e20610717692f878b16b3cb348
Code of Mixsets on Github. I REPEAT: It's OPEN SOURCE, anyone can check if there is anything malicious.
https://github.com/JuniorDjjr/SA-MixSets
A: If you watched the video, you've probably heard: "This mod is required for RoSA Project, please install its configuration file."
Some mods will come with a settings folder called "Settings".
If you enter you will be able to see other folders that include ".ini" files
As I said before, the ".ini" are the Configuration Files, some specific mods will ask you to install one of those in the "Settings" folder.
The default Improved Streaming .ini File is not recommended if we play with RoSA Project, as it is not configured correctly.
For this we are going to install the configuration for RoSA Project:
- Find the "Settings" Folder in the Improved Streaming mod.
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As you can see there are several folders with settings, we look for the settings to play with RoSA Project.
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As you can see, there is a "ImprovedStreaming.ini" file. That file IS ALREADY CONFIGURED to play with RoSA Project.
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Let's move it to the mod folder in Modloader.
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Let's replace the default "ImprovedStreaming.ini" file.
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With that we already have Improved Streaming installed configured for RoSA Project.
A: As I said, both mods have similar files (peds.ide and pedgrp.dat), for this you have to change values.
- Enter Restored Unused Peds pedgrp.dat with Notepad.
- Go to the "GANG #9 and GANG #10" section and replace the strings with these:
MAFFA, MAFFB, MAFBOSS # Gang 9 (RUSSIAN MAFIA)
WMYCR, BIKERA, BIKERB #Gang 10 (BIKERS)
- Arrange the spaces like the rest.
- "Save changes".
- "Remove "peds.ide" from Restored Unused Peds
- Move the modified "pedgrp.dat" to "Story Mode" > "Data" and Replace the file.
The file only corrects a few voice lines for pedestrians that they didn't have.
The file makes more changes to make it compatible with the mod, such as changing the band of some pedestrians. That's why the "Peds.ide" of Story Mode 2.0 is more important.
A: That's not a question, you're not giving me more details. Check that you have the required add-ons installed (Essentials Pack, Open Limit Adjuster, etc.). Check the mods if they are properly installed, and if they have their priority set in Modloader. In extreme cases, reinstall GTA San Andreas 1.0 with its Essentials Pack.
A: Reinstall it, you created a GTA San Andreas 1.0 Backup for something. I don't know why you got corrupted if you installed everything in Modloader (Except for Urbanize and First Person Mod that go in the Root Folder, but don't damage anything), and if you got "damaged" it's because maybe you didn't follow the instructions or didn't read the mod's "Read-Me" to learn more. Don't blame me for not paying attention.
A: NO, I'M NOT GOING TO UPLOAD THEM TO A SINGLE FILE. I want you to learn how to install mods on your own, I'm not going to waste time or internet uploading all mods to make it 20 GB and reupload it every time there are updates to a specific mod (like Urbanize or RoSA Project).
https://www.mixmods.com.br/2017/01/magic-txd-criar-editar-txd/
https://www.mixmods.com.br/2021/07/mipmapping/
https://www.mixmods.com.br/2018/01/varios-jogos-ambient-occlusion-sem-enb-series-sem-mods/
https://youtu.be/ECYAPyS8l_o?si=2c7EGiqfjFH_v1BS
https://youtu.be/PL1WSb9S2aM?si=XncbOxLhDGQKw6Ms
This is the end of the Gits.
If we add up all the mods including those present in RoSA Project and Proper Fixes, GIVES US A TOTAL OF 50 MODS!
I don't plan to put all mods in a single file on a third-party link, I want YOU to learn how to install mods on your own.
Reuploading mods is a huge lack of respect to modders, it takes away their recognition when they see that some random person reuploaded their work and takes away their credits.
I love that most of the mods were created in the last 5 years, showing that no one cares if GTA San Andreas is already almost 20 years old.
NO, the game is NOT dying, no one has stopped talking about it, not in 2019, not in 2014, so stop ******* everyone telling them to let GTA San Andreas die, that "It has no more juice to squeeze", or "They only release random mods of skins".
If you want to talk about these mods or continue talking about GTA SA, do it, it's a timeless game, the years will go by and everyone will continue to remember it.
And for the modders, you have earned all my applause and respect, you have improved this game, more than Rockstar Games itself (or not Definitive Edition without updating?), I wanted to make this document and video to publicize your work and contributions to the community.
Keep going!
ありがとうございます!