The PC version of Grand Theft Auto: Vice City lacks many graphical effects and content that are present in the original game released for Playstation 2. This is due to bugs and creative decisions by Rockstar Games.

This guide aims to list recommended mods to bring to the PC version of GTA VC this missing graphical effects and content present in the PS2 version, in addition to bringing the improvements present in the Xbox, Mobile and Definitive Edition versions. Also includes fixes, adds support for controller with vibration and quality of life features.

There are several incredible mods for GTA VC that improve the game in different aspects, but in this list I decided to only choose mods that bring improvements equal or inspired to those made by Rockstar in each version of GTA VC (Xbox, Mobile and Definitive Edition). So consider this a minimalist list.

There are some exceptions that are few mods that bring quality of life features.

I apologize for the simplicity of the guide.

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There are a few reasons why I didn't decide to make a modpack:

• Some mods receive updates, so it's not always possible to keep the modpack updated at the same pace as the mod authors.

• To download a new version of a modpack, you have to download the entire modpack again. This is a problem for those with slow internet speeds or limited internet connection.

• Modpacks often have their downloads taken down.

• Some modders don't allow their mods to be reuploaded and included in modpacks.

I think it's important to respect modders, as they use their free time to develop amazing mods for free download.

I'll be listing the mods by category. Check the posts or the readme files that come and the mod download for installation instructions.

Note: Always use ModLoader to install mods whenever it's supported.

Essentials

Largeaddress (Patch 4 GB)[www.mixmods.com.br]: Makes the game recognize 4 GB of RAM. This fixes issues like game freezing, map disappearance, and crashing when using multiple mods.
Ultimate Asi Loader[www.mixmods.com.br]: Makes the game read .asi mods.
Cleo[www.mixmods.com.br]: Makes the game read .cleo mods.
ModLoader[www.mixmods.com.br]: Makes it possible to install most mods without modifying the original game files, making installing and uninstalling mods easier.
SilentPatch[www.mixmods.com.br]: Fixes many things in the game.
Widescreen Fix[www.mixmods.com.br]: Brings true widescreen support.
Framerate Vigilante[www.mixmods.com.br]: Makes the game's frame limiter limit the game's frame rate to 60 FPS and fixes most of the game's bugs that occur when running at 60 FPS.
GInput[www.mixmods.com.br]: Brings full support for controllers with vibration, including button prompts (Playstation, Xbox, Nintendo or Logitech).
RunDLL32 Fix[www.mixmods.com.br]: Fixes the problem with RunDLL32. Additionally, it makes the game open faster and several people have reported fixing lag.
NoDep[www.mixmods.com.br]: Fixes issues with DEP.
CrashInfo[www.mixmods.com.br]: If your game stops working, a window will open with possible solutions. It also allows you to close the game when this occurs, eliminating the need to restart your PC.

Fixes

EAX Alchemy Fix[www.mixmods.com.br]: Fixes the issue with not being able to select Creative Labs EAX 3 high quality audio system on modern systems.
Havana Outfit Fix[www.mixmods.com.br]: Fixes a bug that caused the Havana outfit pickup to be positioned incorrectly, making it impossible to collect.
JMoto Ped Xbox Fix[forum.mixmods.com.br]: Brings the fixed Jmoto pedestrian skin from the Xbox version.
Open Limit Adjuster[www.mixmods.com.br]: Increases the game limits to support heavy modifications.
ParticleEx[www.mixmods.com.br]: Brings the high quality particle effects from the PS2 and Xbox versions
PC Japanese skins[libertycity.net]: Brings the exclusive Tommy skins from the Japanese and Mac OS PC versions.
SkyGFX[www.mixmods.com.br]: Brings the graphical effects from the PS2, Xbox, and Mobile versions. Graphical bugs are also fixed.
The Leftovers Fix[www.mixmods.com.br]: Fixes bugs in the map.
VBDec[www.mixmods.com.br]: Brings the high quality audio from the PS2 version.

HD

HD HUD Icons[gtaforums.com]: Brings the radar disc and map icons recreated in HD.
HD Intro[libertycity.net]: Brings the intro videos remastered in HD.
HD radar map[www.mixmods.com.br]: Brings the radar and pause map recreated in HD.
HD Weapons Icons[gtaforums.com]: Brings the weapons Icons recreated in HD.
Xbox Vehicles[www.mixmods.com.br]: Brings the high quality vehicles models from the Xbox version.

Quality of life

Interactive Pause Menu Map[gtaforums.com]: Brings an interactive map in the game pause menu and you can even mark a waypoint.
PortableGTA[www.mixmods.com.br]: Creates a folder called userfiles within the game's root folder, saving and loading your saves and settings from there. This makes your saves and settings portable.
Sharptrails[www.mixmods.com.br]: Removes the motion blur effect from trails.
VC No Clothes Reset[www.mixmods.com.br]: Does not reset your outfit when you die or get arrested.
Walk Mod[www.mixmods.com.br]: Allows you to move slowly when playing with the keyboard. Also makes the crosshair appear on the screen only when you hold down the right mouse button.
Wardrobe Mod[gtaforums.com]: Adds a wardrobe to your safe houses where you can change into any clothes you have unlocked.

Optional

PS2 Vehicles[gtaforums.com]: Brings the vehicles models from the PS2 version. It's an alternative if you don't like the Xbox vehicle models.

I also have a guide for GTA III and GTA San Andreas, you can find them here:

https://steamhost.cn/steamcommunity_com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3527346521
https://steamhost.cn/steamcommunity_com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3527411662