Vinnie Posted July 14, 2007 Share Posted July 14, 2007 (edited) Due to some of the newer hardware & of course the new Microsoft Operating System, Windows Vista. You may have some problems on getting GTA III Running. You will find that you will need a slightly higher spec machine to run GTA III properly on Windows Vista. Many problems are related to a low amount of RAM, or out of date drivers. My Recommended Specification For GTA III On Windows Vista 1024Mb (1Gb) Memory [Has To Be A Large Amount Because Of Vista's Processes]. 2.0GHz Pentium 4 or AMD Equivalent. A Mid To High Range 256Mb Graphics Card With Up To Date Drivers (If You are using Aero). A Mid To High Range 128Mb Graphics Card With Up To Date Drivers (If You are running Basic, or have disabled Aero). Make Sure That Your Drivers Are Up To Date, And This Goes For Any Gaming In Vista. The above specification may seem high for an old game, but because of Vista's processes, you'll find that you will need around the specification listed above. You may find better performance if you download the 1.1 Patch. You can also copy the audio to your hard drive this way. There have been numerous users saying that GTA III will not run on Vista out of the box. This is because you'll need to put the game into Windows XP or Windows 98 Compatibility mode for it to run properly. To do this: Right Click The GTA III Shortcut > Properties > Compatibility > Check Run This In Compatibility Mode For: > Windows XP Or Windows 98 (Whatever Works Best). Remember, Because Vista drivers are being developed all the time it's important that you Keep Your Drivers & Software Up To Date At All Times. Dual/Multi-Core Systems GTA III may not work on these CPUs. Remember before you run GTA III to allow it use only one core. Edited July 15, 2007 by Vinnie Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/286731-running-gtaiii-on-windows-vista/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
nabo45 Posted July 15, 2007 Share Posted July 15, 2007 Great idea, i have Vista myself and i just installed GTA III, and thanks to your tut it works, cheers dude... - nabo Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/286731-running-gtaiii-on-windows-vista/?do=findComment&comment=4383677 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vinnie Posted July 15, 2007 Author Share Posted July 15, 2007 No problem I'm glad it has helped you. cogkicker 1 Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/286731-running-gtaiii-on-windows-vista/?do=findComment&comment=4383771 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Suction Testicle Man Posted July 15, 2007 Share Posted July 15, 2007 Again, good work. Pinned. Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/286731-running-gtaiii-on-windows-vista/?do=findComment&comment=4384164 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spenc938 Posted July 17, 2007 Share Posted July 17, 2007 That's strange. I have a dual core CPU and Vista, and it played fine for me. Didn't even bother with compatibility mode. Maybe I just got lucky. Thanks for the topic though, it should be a great help to those who are having problems. Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/286731-running-gtaiii-on-windows-vista/?do=findComment&comment=4388737 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vinnie Posted July 17, 2007 Author Share Posted July 17, 2007 Yeah remember of course it varies with hardware configurations & things like that. But these are the immediate things that should be done with running GTA III on Vista. Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/286731-running-gtaiii-on-windows-vista/?do=findComment&comment=4389787 Share on other sites More sharing options...
BOA_KAMIKAZEE Posted July 18, 2007 Share Posted July 18, 2007 How can I tell my GTAIII to use only one Core>? Kami Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/286731-running-gtaiii-on-windows-vista/?do=findComment&comment=4391699 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justin Posted July 20, 2007 Share Posted July 20, 2007 How can I tell my GTAIII to use only one Core>? Kami I told you here. Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/286731-running-gtaiii-on-windows-vista/?do=findComment&comment=4396297 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ashesowna Posted July 23, 2007 Share Posted July 23, 2007 heh...it worked fine wit me Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/286731-running-gtaiii-on-windows-vista/?do=findComment&comment=4405744 Share on other sites More sharing options...
iMod. Posted January 29, 2008 Share Posted January 29, 2008 Ive, umm.. Got a problem.. Ok now i play the new gtas on my ps2, but i got gta3 also on the computer for the mods.. I forgot to make a backup of a file, and now gta3 didnt work. So i uninstalled the game and installed the game again but there is nog txd.img and txd.dir!! I have exactly the same computer as before, and before i unstalled i saw i had txd.img and .dir just fine in the models map, but now he dont makes it! Help Please! i cant mod this way Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/286731-running-gtaiii-on-windows-vista/?do=findComment&comment=1057450426 Share on other sites More sharing options...
gtamodder Posted January 29, 2008 Share Posted January 29, 2008 Ive, umm.. Got a problem.. Ok now i play the new gtas on my ps2, but i got gta3 also on the computer for the mods.. I forgot to make a backup of a file, and now gta3 didnt work. So i uninstalled the game and installed the game again but there is nog txd.img and txd.dir!! I have exactly the same computer as before, and before i unstalled i saw i had txd.img and .dir just fine in the models map, but now he dont makes it! Help Please! i cant mod this way Ok, i had this, doing this fixed it. Uninstall GTA 3 Delete the GTA 3 Folder (C:\Program Files\Rockstar Games\GTAIII) Delete the gta3.set file (located in My Documents\GTA 3 User Files) Install the game Run the game, see if you get the converting textures message, and see if they are there. Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/286731-running-gtaiii-on-windows-vista/?do=findComment&comment=1057451084 Share on other sites More sharing options...
wolffreewolf Posted February 16, 2008 Share Posted February 16, 2008 That's strange. I have a dual core CPU and Vista, and it played fine for me. Didn't even bother with compatibility mode. Maybe I just got lucky. Thanks for the topic though, it should be a great help to those who are having problems. I have a dual core CPU and Vista too and it worked good to i have a xps 420 Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/286731-running-gtaiii-on-windows-vista/?do=findComment&comment=1057512384 Share on other sites More sharing options...
radioman Posted February 16, 2008 Share Posted February 16, 2008 Many problems are related to a low amount of RAM, or out of date drivers. My Recommended Specification For GTA III On Windows Vista 1024Mb (1Gb) Memory [Has To Be A Large Amount Because Of Vista's Processes]. 2.0GHz Pentium 4 or AMD Equivalent. A Mid To High Range 256Mb Graphics Card With Up To Date Drivers (If You are using Aero). A Mid To High Range 128Mb Graphics Card With Up To Date Drivers (If You are running Basic, or have disabled Aero). 1024Mb of Ram is not enough to play any GTA game on Vista, even though it is enough to run it, it lags too much to be able to play the game.-I know, because I have a Vista PC with 1024MB of RAM and all up to date drivers, and it will Run the game, but it lags too much to play it.-Even with disabling anti-virus/firewall and ending all non-essential programs. So in conclusion, I would recommend you have at least 2GB of ram, plus a 2.0GB processor or higher, and 128mb video card all with the latest drivers. Another problem might be the fact that Vista has DX10, and GTA 3/VC uses DX 9. Hope this helps. Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/286731-running-gtaiii-on-windows-vista/?do=findComment&comment=1057512527 Share on other sites More sharing options...
gtamodder Posted February 16, 2008 Share Posted February 16, 2008 I have 1GB RAM, And 2.75GHZ Processor, but the processor isn't that good. And I have a Nvidia Geforce 8500 GT, 256MB, And GTA3 Runs extreme smooth, even over 1024 x 768 x 32. And so does VC, SA. @radioman: In your topics, I saw you had 1.5Ghz processor (which should be fine, I had 1.6Ghz, and it still ran amazing, then I upgraded). And I have the same amount as RAM. It must be your graphic card. Intergrated graphics. Go to start>All Programs>Accessories>Run. Type Dxdiag Now when it brings that up, click on display tab. Look for where it says name. Please tell us it. Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/286731-running-gtaiii-on-windows-vista/?do=findComment&comment=1057512613 Share on other sites More sharing options...
radioman Posted February 16, 2008 Share Posted February 16, 2008 (edited) @gtamodder, True, I do have 1.5ghz processor and 1024MB ram, but it still lags extremely bad. Also, what's the difference between "Integrated" graphics card and the other graphics card types? Also, I just checked Dxdiag, and the name says: VIA Chrome 9 HCIGP WDDM Memory for graphics card is 178MB. Hope this helps. Edited February 16, 2008 by radioman Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/286731-running-gtaiii-on-windows-vista/?do=findComment&comment=1057512670 Share on other sites More sharing options...
gtamodder Posted February 16, 2008 Share Posted February 16, 2008 @gtamodder, True, I do have 1.5ghz processor and 1024MB ram, but it still lags extremely bad. Also, what's the difference between "Integrated" graphics card and the other graphics card types?Also, I just checked Dxdiag, and the name says: VIA Chrome 9 HCIGP WDDM Memory for graphics card is 178MB. Hope this helps. I done a search, it is Intergrated. They are very weak, and not powerful (and on-board graphics, which aren't made for gaming) The only way to stop the lagging, is to get a better graphic. I suggest a Nvidia Geforce, (Something like a 7600 GT, Or 8500 GT) I'm not to sure about the differences. Edit: It said games will run horrible, on Windows Vista with them graphics. The only way to fix it, As I said, buy a good GPU (Something like a Nvidia Geforce 7600 GT) Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/286731-running-gtaiii-on-windows-vista/?do=findComment&comment=1057512821 Share on other sites More sharing options...
radioman Posted February 16, 2008 Share Posted February 16, 2008 Thank you for the help gtamodder, I didn't know what the difference was, because my XP system has the same type of graphics card, and all 3 GTA games play good on it, so Microsoft probably made a few changes to them on Vista. I was thinking about getting a new grahics card any way, because the games do not look as good on it(vista) as they do on XP. Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/286731-running-gtaiii-on-windows-vista/?do=findComment&comment=1057514161 Share on other sites More sharing options...
paulbeattie87 Posted February 17, 2008 Share Posted February 17, 2008 Thank you for the help gtamodder, I didn't know what the difference was, because my XP system has the same type of graphics card, and all 3 GTA games play good on it, so Microsoft probably made a few changes to them on Vista. I was thinking about getting a new grahics card any way, because the games do not look as good on it(vista) as they do on XP. Yeah grab yourself a graphics card, the Via Chrome9 IGP (integrated graphics processor) on Vista or XP is very weak. It's made for browsing the web and well thats about it. It does aero but very choppy and slowly. As for which card either the Nvidia 8500 or one of the new ATi one's, they are supposed to be pretty good value. Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/286731-running-gtaiii-on-windows-vista/?do=findComment&comment=1057518096 Share on other sites More sharing options...
silverfang Posted April 25, 2008 Share Posted April 25, 2008 I'm having trouble with GTA3 not sure if it is vista specific or not but it is really annoying When I load up the game all text says missing on it i don't know what it means, or what to do to solve it. Please help Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/286731-running-gtaiii-on-windows-vista/?do=findComment&comment=1057921013 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vinnie Posted April 25, 2008 Author Share Posted April 25, 2008 The text says Missing . Why don't you try uploading a screenshot? Is this a warez copy Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/286731-running-gtaiii-on-windows-vista/?do=findComment&comment=1057921037 Share on other sites More sharing options...
silverfang Posted April 25, 2008 Share Posted April 25, 2008 (edited) The text says Missing . Why don't you try uploading a screenshot? Is this a warez copy I'll do it know one sec Edit: http://fc04.deviantart.com/fs28/f/2008/116...y_cridland3.jpg Edited April 25, 2008 by silverfang Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/286731-running-gtaiii-on-windows-vista/?do=findComment&comment=1057921158 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vinnie Posted April 25, 2008 Author Share Posted April 25, 2008 Have you tried reinstalling? Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/286731-running-gtaiii-on-windows-vista/?do=findComment&comment=1057921250 Share on other sites More sharing options...
silverfang Posted April 25, 2008 Share Posted April 25, 2008 Yeah but i get to I Scream You Scream mission and it happens again Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/286731-running-gtaiii-on-windows-vista/?do=findComment&comment=1057921285 Share on other sites More sharing options...
guizado Posted October 21, 2008 Share Posted October 21, 2008 Hello i have Vista on my PC and i'm having some troubles with saving the game on GTA III . The game works just fine and when i went to the house to save the game it says that the save has unsucesseful. I have tried to install the game again, put the compability mode to windows XP and went to foruns to see if there was a solutions but the problems continue. Can anyone help me?? thx Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/286731-running-gtaiii-on-windows-vista/?do=findComment&comment=1058605779 Share on other sites More sharing options...
radioman Posted October 25, 2008 Share Posted October 25, 2008 Hello i have Vista on my PC and i'm having some troubles with saving the game on GTA III . The game works just fine and when i went to the house to save the game it says that the save has unsucesseful. I have tried to install the game again, put the compability mode to windows XP and went to foruns to see if there was a solutions but the problems continue. Can anyone help me?? thx On Vista, the save files are in the Documents folder under GTA 3 User Files Folder, if you use Vista or XP compatibilty mode, and the Public Documents folder if you use 98 compatibilty mode. It is unusual to not be able to save on PC, unless your harddrive is corrupt-just like on the the PS2, your memory card can be corrupt. Hope this helps. Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/286731-running-gtaiii-on-windows-vista/?do=findComment&comment=1058613070 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vinnie Posted November 8, 2008 Author Share Posted November 8, 2008 Have you applied the 1.1 Patch? Saved Games are stored in /Users/Username/Documents/GTA3 User Files Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/286731-running-gtaiii-on-windows-vista/?do=findComment&comment=1058644032 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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