Free Mod Brings Full PC VR Support to 2004’s GTA San Andreas Classic

Holydh, a talented VR modder, has introduced the GTA: San Andreas Definitive Edition – 6DoF UEVR Plugin, offering modded VR support for the game on PC through its Steam version.

Back in August, the anticipated VR version of Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas, meant for Meta’s Quest, faced an indefinite delay from both Meta and Rockstar. This left fans hanging, with Rockstar’s vibrant modding community stepping up to the challenge. Due to this unforeseen halt, it fell to the modding enthusiasts to bring the world of GTA into virtual reality, allowing gamers to experience classics like Big Smoke’s iconic fast food order in VR. This pause marked another chapter in a challenging saga for Rockstar and the GTA brand, which has struggled with significant leaks, staff reductions, and the rocky debut of the “Definitive Editions” of its earlier games, including San Andreas.

What sets Holydh’s mod apart from others is its comprehensive transformation of the game. It doesn’t just shift the basic controls into a VR environment. Instead, it introduces full first-person immersion, 6DOF motion controls, and enhanced camera dynamics for both gameplay and story scenes. This feat is achieved using an advanced iteration of modder Praydog’s UEVR injector, which is compatible with a wide array of PC games running on Unreal Engine 4.8 and newer.

For a closer look at this innovative mod, you can view it in action through various online showcases. More detailed information, along with details on the UEVR technology, is available on its Nexus Mods page. Gamers eager to explore this mod should note that it is designed exclusively for the Steam version of San Andreas Definitive Edition. Unfortunately, versions from the Epic Games Store and Rockstar Launcher will not work with this mod.

It’s worth mentioning that Rockstar has a history of legal actions, as seen with the case of Luke Ross’s VR mod for Grand Theft Auto 5. However, Holydh is confident that there won’t be any legal issues this time since the mod is freely accessible and doesn’t include files owned by Rockstar, unlike the Luke Ross mod which initially required payment to access.