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

In an exciting development for VR enthusiasts, modder Holydh has unveiled the GTA: San Andreas Definitive Edition – 6DoF UEVR Plugin. This mod adds PC VR support specifically for the Steam version of the game.

Back in August, Meta and Rockstar decided to put a hold on their much-anticipated Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas VR port for the Quest, leaving the project in limbo. This decision left it up to Rockstar’s dedicated modding community to bring the beloved game into the virtual realm for fans eager to experience moments like Big Smoke’s iconic food order in VR. The stalled project came after a challenging period for Rockstar and the GTA series, marked by considerable leaks, layoffs, and less-than-stellar launches of the remastered Definitive Editions, including San Andreas.

Holydh’s mod isn’t just a straightforward adaptation of the classic game’s mechanics into VR. Instead, it transforms the experience with full first-person integration, advanced 6DOF motion controls, and enhanced camera work for both gameplay and cutscenes. This impressive piece of work leverages an improved version of modder Praydog’s UEVR injector, a tool that brings VR support to numerous PC games built on Unreal Engine 4.8 or newer.

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For those eager to dive in, further details about the mod and the UEVR can be found on its Nexus Mods page. A crucial note for prospective users: this mod is strictly compatible with the Steam version of San Andreas Definitive Edition, not the Epic Games Store or Rockstar Launcher versions.

While Rockstar has shown a fierce protective streak regarding mods before, as seen with the Luke Ross VR mod for Grand Theft Auto V, Holydh is optimistic this mod will remain safe. The main difference is that you can access this mod for free, and it doesn’t include any of Rockstar’s original files, unlike the Luke Ross mod, which initially required payment.