The PC version of Grand Theft Auto San Andreas 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 SA 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 SA 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 SA (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 and the readme files that come with the mod download for installation instructions.

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

Downgrader

Steam to V1 Downgrader[community.pcgamingwiki.com]: A program that will downgrade your game to version 1.0, restoring songs from the radio that were removed. It is extremely necessary to downgrade your game before installing mods as most mods only work on that version of the game.
GTASnP[gtasnp.com]: A website where you can convert your save from the Steam version to version 1.0. Check out the instructions on how to do this here[pastebin.com].

Essentials

Launcher[www.mixmods.com.br]: A launcher that makes it possible for the Steam overlay to work on the modded game, including counting hours played. Also has support for SA-MP and MTA in case you want to install them in the future.
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.
Silent Asi Loader[www.mixmods.com.br]: Makes the game read .asi mods.
Cleo 4[www.mixmods.com.br]: Makes the game read .cleo mods.
Cleo+[www.mixmods.com.br]: An addition to CLEO 4 that addresses basic limitations of CLEO.
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.
Windowed Mode[www.mixmods.com.br]: A mod to play in windowed mode that also fixes other bugs related to Windows, even in full screen mode.
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).
CrashInfo[www.mixmods.com.br]: It also allows you to close the game when this occurs, eliminating the need to restart your PC.
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.
RepairGTA[www.mixmods.com.br]: A mod that aims to perform maintenance on your game.


Fixes

Full Stream Radar[www.mixmods.com.br]: Fixes the bug of the radar not being able to load the map.
Hud Fix[www.mixmods.com.br]: Removes the zeros in front of the amount of money counter like the mobile version.
No Aggressive Driver[www.mixmods.com.br]: Fixes the aggressive drivers bug.
Open Limit Adjuster[www.mixmods.com.br]: Increases the game limits to support heavy modifications.
PS2 Object Data[gtaforums.com]: Makes some props breakable in the Atrium like the PS2 version. I also recommend downloading the PS2 Timecyc that are available for download in the same post.
SkyGFX extended[www.mixmods.com.br]: Brings the graphical effects from the PS2, Xbox, and Mobile versions. Graphical bugs are also fixed. Extended is a more updated version of SkyGFX, which fixes more bugs and has more improvements. You may also want to download the PS2 vehicles, markers and seabed that are available for download in the SkyGFX MixMods post.
Proper Fixes[www.mixmods.com.br]: This pack mixes all the major patch mods for the game's map, and adds thousands of never-before-seen fixes.
SkyGrad[www.mixmods.com.br]: Fixes the jagged lines in the sky gradient (branding).
Unpause Zone Name[www.mixmods.com.br]: Displays the name of the location you are in after you exit the pause menu, just like in the PS2 version.

HD

Atmosphere Interface Pack[www.mixmods.com.br]: Brings an HD interface with the game's atmosphere. This includes: menu images, mouse, icons, etc.
Ped Spec[www.mixmods.com.br]: Brings the specular lighting effect from the mobile version but is possible to configure it so that it does not look exaggerated. This mod is necessary for the CJ Mobile Hands and Cutscene Characters Mobile Hands mods to work.
Cutscene Characters Mobile Hands[www.mixmods.com.br]: Brings the hand model with separate fingers of the cutscene characters from the mobile version.
HD Movies[www.mixmods.com.br]: Brings the game's intro movies remastered in HD.
HD Weapons Weapon Icons[gtaforums.com]: Brings the weapons recreated in HD.
Loadscreens 4K Definitive[www.mixmods.com.br]: Brings loadscreens recreated in HD with widescreen aspect.
Mobile Fences[gtaforums.com]: Brings the high quality textures of the fences from the mobile version.
Mobile Font Fixed[www.mixmods.com.br]: Brings the HD font from the mobile version.
Proper Player Retex[www.mixmods.com.br]: Brings all of CJ's textures remastered in HD, preserving the game's original style. Includes the CJ mobile version hands with separated fingers.
Proper Radar[www.mixmods.com.br]: Brings a HD radar map, redesigned and more accurate.
Remastered GUI[www.mixmods.com.br] : Brings the HD interface from the mobile version. This mod improves the game font, radio icons, casino minigames, etc.

Quality of life

Faster Clothes Change[www.mixmods.com.br]: Removes CJ's animation for changing clothes, making changing clothes faster like more modern games.
GPS Redux[www.mixmods.com.br]: Brings a GPS feature like the Definitive Edition.
Ladders Mod[www.mixmods.com.br]: Makes possible to climb the ladders at the SF Airport and the SF Ship near Jizzy's club. This mod is very useful for those who usually take the shortcut from the Flint Country tunnel towards SF Airport and end up falling with their vehicle into the sea.
Noise Fix[www.mixmods.com.br]: Removes the rain noise effect.
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.
Sprint Everywhere[www.mixmods.com.br]: Makes possible to run indoors.
Timelapse Before Missions[www.nexusmods.com]: Removes the need to wait for in-game time to enter a mission, like in GTA V.
Tutorial Free Roam[www.mixmods.com.br]: Allows you to move around while the hospital and police station tutorial takes place.

Multiplayer (Local)

2 Player Mode Enhancements[www.mixmods.com.br]: Brings back the two player mode.

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