andysniper Posted January 17, 2011 Share Posted January 17, 2011 Hi, i'm thinking of buying SA off of xblm. While ive never owned it as gta IV was the first gta i owned ive played them all since 2, but i was wondering whether its worth buying. ive got a few ms points lying around so i could get it. i'm just worried that the graphics and the polish of IV will have ruined it for me. What do you think? Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/467718-should-i-buy-x-box-download/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
lil weasel Posted January 17, 2011 Share Posted January 17, 2011 If you like Glitz, and must have pretty pictures you won't like it. The pictures are 'crude' like fingers that are fused, curves can be a series of stright lines. Tyres aren't round, etc. HOWEVER, the game play is much better, the charactors are interesting, and the terrain is varied. Also, while the game 'suggests' a way of doing missions there are optional ways to get many of them done, if you're an out of the box type thinker. Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/467718-should-i-buy-x-box-download/#findComment-1060299283 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Girish Posted January 17, 2011 Share Posted January 17, 2011 The part where SA trumps IV is gameplay and replay value. The missions are varied and fun. There's also a lot to explore too. If graphics is your main concern, then you can get it for the PC and apply modifications. There are tons of mods available for SA that further bolsters the replay value. Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/467718-should-i-buy-x-box-download/#findComment-1060299322 Share on other sites More sharing options...
andysniper Posted January 17, 2011 Author Share Posted January 17, 2011 hmm, I think I'll get it. As far as I remember from playing it all those years ago at my mates house it was great. Does anyone know how it runs as a download game and if its anything to be cautious about? Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/467718-should-i-buy-x-box-download/#findComment-1060299334 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Girish Posted January 17, 2011 Share Posted January 17, 2011 AFAIK, there is no difference whether you run it from the disc or if it's downloaded from the XBL market. It will play just the same. Nothing to worry about. Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/467718-should-i-buy-x-box-download/#findComment-1060299353 Share on other sites More sharing options...
lil weasel Posted January 17, 2011 Share Posted January 17, 2011 you might try this topic: XBOX GAME Chat Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/467718-should-i-buy-x-box-download/#findComment-1060299371 Share on other sites More sharing options...
andysniper Posted January 17, 2011 Author Share Posted January 17, 2011 Great, cheers for the advice, now just to clear some space on my hard-drive. Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/467718-should-i-buy-x-box-download/#findComment-1060299382 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nah Tso Gud Posted January 18, 2011 Share Posted January 18, 2011 The two biggest shocks going back to SA from 4 for me were the button differences... takes a bit to get used to, while in a car the gas would be ( assuming its the same button scheme as PS2 ) the A button and reverse would be X, quite different from the triggers... while on foot O would be to shoot as well... It really screwed up my online GTA IV gaming for a bit hahah... Also the physics.. running into someone basically causes them to layout flat instantly and just fly up in the air a bit.... Euphoria + ragdoll is sooo sexy compared to the old engines. After getting used to these things everything seems just fine again GREAT GTA, and a great game. Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/467718-should-i-buy-x-box-download/#findComment-1060300632 Share on other sites More sharing options...
andysniper Posted January 20, 2011 Author Share Posted January 20, 2011 The two biggest shocks going back to SA from 4 for me were the button differences... takes a bit to get used to, while in a car the gas would be ( assuming its the same button scheme as PS2 ) the A button and reverse would be X, quite different from the triggers... while on foot O would be to shoot as well... It really screwed up my online GTA IV gaming for a bit hahah... Also the physics.. running into someone basically causes them to layout flat instantly and just fly up in the air a bit.... Euphoria + ragdoll is sooo sexy compared to the old engines. After getting used to these things everything seems just fine again GREAT GTA, and a great game. is there anyway you can change the controls for it or is it stuck like that? Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/467718-should-i-buy-x-box-download/#findComment-1060303617 Share on other sites More sharing options...
lil weasel Posted January 20, 2011 Share Posted January 20, 2011 There should be a Options>Controll where you can asssign the buttons for the GTA:SA. (At least the PC is.) Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/467718-should-i-buy-x-box-download/#findComment-1060303631 Share on other sites More sharing options...
epoxi Posted January 20, 2011 Share Posted January 20, 2011 There should be a Options>Controll where you can asssign the buttons for the GTA:SA. (At least the PC is.) Unfortunately not, but at least you can switch to classic controls in GTAIV. Though personally now I've become used to them, I prefer the new controls. Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/467718-should-i-buy-x-box-download/#findComment-1060303650 Share on other sites More sharing options...
andysniper Posted January 20, 2011 Author Share Posted January 20, 2011 There should be a Options>Controll where you can asssign the buttons for the GTA:SA. (At least the PC is.) Unfortunately not, but at least you can switch to classic controls in GTAIV. Though personally now I've become used to them, I prefer the new controls. yeah that's my worry, i feel IV's give you better control. SA is downloading to my xbox now, i'm guessing there's no way to change controls then? Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/467718-should-i-buy-x-box-download/#findComment-1060303659 Share on other sites More sharing options...
lil weasel Posted January 20, 2011 Share Posted January 20, 2011 Since you're donwloading it, wait till the game is ready and Check in the Options menu(s). Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/467718-should-i-buy-x-box-download/#findComment-1060303848 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Waddy. Posted January 22, 2011 Share Posted January 22, 2011 I got SA from XBL a few weeks ago. It takes a little getting used to but when you do its still a great game. I think its much harder than IV too, more challenging. I prefer the cars in SA too, its a great game and for the few points its great value. Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/467718-should-i-buy-x-box-download/#findComment-1060306971 Share on other sites More sharing options...
andysniper Posted January 25, 2011 Author Share Posted January 25, 2011 As great as this game is I've hit a possible game breaking glitch. During 'Explosive Situation' (which is where you have to steal dynamite form hunter quarry) every time I go towards the dynamite on the forklift truck the game completely freezes. I've tried every possible way around it and no idea what to do. Any ideas? Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/467718-should-i-buy-x-box-download/#findComment-1060310272 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Komalt Posted January 25, 2011 Share Posted January 25, 2011 The game is now on sale for 600 Microsoft Points on Xbox live! I just bought mine and I can't wait for the download to finish. I have GTA4 but Im kind of bored with it now and I have all the DLC too, I love playing the story so SA should be fun for me. Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/467718-should-i-buy-x-box-download/#findComment-1060311426 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sam998 Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 I got it off live about 2 weeks ago. Much better than GTAIV. A classic and one of the best cames ever made. In my humble opinion Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/467718-should-i-buy-x-box-download/#findComment-1060328882 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raptomex Posted February 11, 2011 Share Posted February 11, 2011 I have the disc. But I downloaded this as well just so I wouldn't have to use the disc. Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/467718-should-i-buy-x-box-download/#findComment-1060334345 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Negro Bandito Posted February 13, 2011 Share Posted February 13, 2011 As great as this game is I've hit a possible game breaking glitch. During 'Explosive Situation' (which is where you have to steal dynamite form hunter quarry) every time I go towards the dynamite on the forklift truck the game completely freezes. I've tried every possible way around it and no idea what to do. Any ideas? maybe try redownloading. does it happen everytime? Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/467718-should-i-buy-x-box-download/#findComment-1060336740 Share on other sites More sharing options...
lil weasel Posted February 13, 2011 Share Posted February 13, 2011 (edited) Poster did say ... As great as this game is I've hit a possible game breaking glitch. During 'Explosive Situation' (which is where you have to steal dynamite form hunter quarry) every time I go towards the dynamite on the forklift truck the game completely freezes. I've tried every possible way around it and no idea what to do. Any ideas? maybe try redownloading. does it happen everytime? And, it is a week or so... old. Edited February 13, 2011 by lil weasel Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/467718-should-i-buy-x-box-download/#findComment-1060336751 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saganist Posted December 14, 2013 Share Posted December 14, 2013 (edited) EDIT: << merged 'new' topic into existing topic of same nature >> I want to buy San Andreas from the Xbox Live Marketplace but I heard it had a lot of glitches and many people had to re-download it. Is it worth the $15 or should I get it on PC? Edited December 14, 2013 by lil weasel Topic already exists. Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/467718-should-i-buy-x-box-download/#findComment-1064294794 Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnDReJ98 Posted December 14, 2013 Share Posted December 14, 2013 (edited) I didn't played it on Xbox, so i don't know what exactly to say, but i would recommend you a PC version. Because it's easier to install and have better graphics. However, both choices are worth. It's great game. Edited December 14, 2013 by AnDReJ98 Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/467718-should-i-buy-x-box-download/#findComment-1064294912 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aintgottime2bleed Posted December 14, 2013 Share Posted December 14, 2013 Dunno bout xbox but ps3 version is just latest version of game ( most glitches patched ). So you wont have any problems i guess only problem is $15 for 10 year old game. Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/467718-should-i-buy-x-box-download/#findComment-1064294976 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain BlaKe I Posted December 14, 2013 Share Posted December 14, 2013 If you have a PC yes get it thats if you have a PC not a Laptop GTA can not run on a laptop only if you don't have the right specs I learned that the hard way. Anyway if you don't have a good computer Get it on the 360 it is worth it I have no problems with it it looks like the PC version just the graphics are 10% lower the lightning is great the render distance is....All I can say is it 2004 Rage for freaking sakes. "Next generation can kiss my ass As long as I have My GTA V And my 360 Im good" Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/467718-should-i-buy-x-box-download/#findComment-1064295124 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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