#Inputmapper gta sa setup how to#
There was another downgrader available for NewSteam r1 that was based on either JDIFF or xdelta that people complained they didn't know how to use it/resulted in a non-working game. Part of the goal was to get it out as fast as possible while making it something dead simple for people to use with minimal fuss. The resulting installer can gracefully handle issues that arise - not to mention PatchMaker allows for targeting multiple versions of the game with just a few clicks. Main reason being PatchMaker is simpler solution for both creating and deploying. The other file diff programs probably would be a bit lighter with file size, however I held off using them for a few different reasons.
Vadim M has created an excellent video demonstrating how to use the downgrader.īesides, the installer is somewhat broken with long "branched" paths when you are in the path selection screen.ĮDIT: would you mind if I mirrored your downgrader on PCGW? Or just do it yourselfĬouldn't get PatchMaker to see the path from the registry. It requires a legally purchased copy of Grand Theft Auto San Andreas in order to work. This downgrader relies on binary differences so no game files are being distributed.
#Inputmapper gta sa setup mods#
Mods on the other hand look for gta_sa.exe as this was the original retail EXE name. The Steam release of San Andreas changed the EXE name - so Steam looks for gta-sa.exe when it attempts to launch San Andreas. This is on purpose for compatibility reasons - they are both the exact same. People have a tendency to blame the game/developers before checking their own crappy setup that's likely causing the issue. Still crashing? Check your computer setup for sh*tty programs and/or configuration. Remove any saved games from previous versions of the game (if this fixes it, read the topic again more carefully)ĭelete the game from Steam, re-download it and then reapply the downgrader. Please let me know if you find anything.ĭeleting your t file in "Documents/GTA San Andreas User Files" (Or use the "Delete t" option in the Tools menu) This downgrader restores all the original files, not only making your copy a more complete San Andreas - but also enabling the use of popular modifications.
Due to these changes, a number of modifications such as SA-MP will outright reject new versions. They've also added in a few protections against things such as Hot Coffee. Later versions of San Andreas over the years have made a number of changes to the game such as removing songs, textures and animations along with editing the game's script. NewSteam r2 (including German) (12/9/14) This downgrader will take the certain versions of Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas and downgrade them to their original version 1.0 counterparts.