#Gta iv steam mods install#
You will find soon a complete tutorial about it.Īll mods and files in our download area (section GTA 4) have a readme in the archive, so install process should be easy. Install mods for GTA 4 it's very simple.įirst of all, you need to unlock anti-modding protections. As we all know, PC gaming is at the bleeding edge of graphics technology compared to consoles and it is this raw power that has allowed the enthusiastic modding.
#Gta iv steam mods how to#
" How to install a mod for GTA 4?" it's a frequently asked question. ICEnhancer is also very good (used 2.1), bloom is a bit overdone, never measured the performance impact though. Mods allow you to experience different aspects of the game. Just keep in mind that installing too many custom cars can sometimes bug the game to spawn wayyy too many taxies. GTA IV First Person Mod is an unofficial mod for Grand Theft Auto IV. You could find a tutorial for them in GTA 4 Modding tutorials' list. There is a centralized tool for vehicle mods call GTA IV vehicle mod installer. The most important tools for GTA 4 modding are: At the moment, importing 3D models is not supported for GTA IV.Īll free tools will be uploaded in our download area, in GTA IV Tools section. To modify text files, e.g.dat files, you could use Notepad, already installed on your pc.įor 3D modeling and/or conversion, you could use 3D programs such as 3D Studio Max (30 days trial on official site), or Blender. into SteamsteamappscommonGrand Theft Auto IVGTAIVcommondata Steam. Modder's toolĮach modder, newbie or pro, needs his own tools. 7 Simple Mods to Improve GTA IVs Gameplay I did not create this modDownload. You could create a folder called "Backups" in GTA IV main folder where to put all your original files.Īn useful tool is GTA IV Recoverer, that allows you to restore files from game's DVD. You need to create a security copy for files that you will mod, to restore in case of problems. It's one of the most important modding rules: backup files.
Modding consists in modify game's files for a customized version: this will have a graphic change (e.g. In this little introduction, we'll explain what is Grand Theft Auto IV modding and will give you tutorials and support. GTA-Expert » GTA IV » Modding Introduction