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[(FG) NeeDSiE]

quite simple to get the patch, login to windows live on gta4 and apply the patch, fixes are here:

Graphics Menu:
Added "Water Quality", "Shadow Quality" and "Reflection Resolution" sliders in graphics menu.
Added "Definition" and "VSync" toggles in graphics menu.
Rendering optimizations.
VSync optimizations.
Nvidia 7000 series
Mirrors fixed

PATCH 1 FIXES:
Direct input device support is now disabled by default and can only be enabled with the commandline: "-usedirectinput"
Supported Controllers:
Logitech Dual Action
Logitech RumblePad 2
Logitech Cordless RumblePad 2
Saitek P2500
Supported Wheels:
Note: Controls are unmapped, user must map controls using Manufacturer's mapping software.
Logitech G25 Racing Wheel
Logitech Wingman Formula GP Wheel
Logitech MOMO Racing
MOMO Force
Driving Force Pro
Driving Force
Formula Force
Added Commandline "-notimefix" which will help some users who are experiencing the fast/slow gameplay issue after patch 1 was applied.
Fixed a bug that caused some users to experience endless looping audio effects after Patch 1 was applied.
Benchmark was disabling sounds after Patch 1 was applied, this is now fixed.

CRASH FIXES:
Unable to load game fixed - For some users, a DOS window would open and close immediately upon Game Launch, GTA IV would never launch.
Hang on Initial Game Loading Screen fixed - Some users experienced Character Art Loading screens in an endless loop.
Certain causes of the RESC10 error have been fixed (Alt-Tab, change resolution). If you experience an RESC10 error, you must restart.
Certain Instances of the "GRAND THEFT AUTO IV has encountered a problem and needs to close" error have been fixed.

VIDEO EDITOR:
Naming clips is now mandatory on Export

MULTIPLAYER:
Legitimate players being kicked from Multiplayer matches has been fixed.

GENERAL ADDITIONS / FIXES:
Wireless 360 controllers not functioning - Triggers were full on/off, fixed.
In the Options menu accessed from the Title Screen a “Game” section has been added with the ability to turn Clip capture on/off.

[(FG) Preci]

ye i got it and installed it, dont really see much differnce tbh with ya

[(FG) NeeDSiE]

ye i got it and installed it, dont really see much differnce tbh with ya

well before i was getting slowdowns when i turned my lights on, i dont get that now, shadows look better in peak day time, i get the same performance in the middle of the islands as i do on the outskirts of liberty city.

[(FG) Preci]

well on mine middle island was laggy and first and then it was fine, also mine depending on how long i had been playin it for as well, the longer i played the better and smoother it was with my GPU warming up but i guess we will see what its like in the day, im in night atm on gta lol

[(FG) SammyCR]

just as i give it way lmao nice.

[jam1e]

dont really notice the difference in the patch tbh ;s since i got my 4870 and got my q6600 to 3.6 everythings been fine

[(FG) NeeDSiE]

dont really notice the difference in the patch tbh ;s since i got my 4870 and got my q6600 to 3.6 everythings been fine

lmao, ATi/AMD: the way its meant to be gay

[(FG) SammyCR]

i have a amd quad mate runs like a horny bitch on lots of speed but also have nvidia for gfx ^^

[(FG) Blade]

nVidia + AMD is definately the way to go!

[jam1e]

err... i think not, my intel (450fsb x8 = 1800rated fsb) would spank any AMD out apart from the phenomII which is really a competitor for the i7 anyway and the 4870 1gb is the best bang for buck gfx card you can get without paying more than £200

[(FG) NeeDSiE]

err... i think not, my intel (450fsb x8 = 1800rated fsb) would spank any AMD out apart from the phenomII which is really a competitor for the i7 anyway and the 4870 1gb is the best bang for buck gfx card you can get without paying more than £200

maybe but the drivers leave much to be desired, thats why most people use Nvidia, better driver compatability and a new driver released with every new game

[(FG) juliankr]

maybe but the drivers leave much to be desired, thats why most people use Nvidia, better driver compatability and a new driver released with every new game

agreed. my mate is using the same gpu as jamie and is having a lot of problems with the catalyst software. nvidia for gaming anyday and either or for cpu.

[jam1e]

agreed the drivers aren't as good. personally i've not any problems so far. but fuck me the performance is good :>