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This page outlines some of the places Grand Theft Auto San Andreas can be bought and played with MTA:SA (sometimes with an automatic downgrade step).
This page outlines general version compatibility for Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas with MTA:SA as well as where they can be purchased.


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=== Compatibility ===
'''Compatibility'''
 
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If a version of Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas marked below as compatible is not working, please try reinstalling MTA:SA. If that doesn't work, follow [https://forum.mtasa.com/topic/11757-patching-your-101-or-200-version-of-gta_saexe/ these instructions]. If that still doesn't work, then please contact us on [https://forum.mtasa.com/forum/83-client/ on the forums], or join the [https://mtasa.com/discord MTA Discord #help-support channel].
Not all of the GTA versions listed below have been tested, but all should work correctly. If not, visit [https://forum.mtasa.com/topic/11757-patching-your-101-or-200-version-of-gta_saexe/ this topic] and first follow the described procedure of re-installing MTA and if neccesary afterwards, using the patcher offered in the topic. If MTA is still not compatible, then please [https://forum.mtasa.com/forum/83-client/ contact MTA support] on the forums, or join the [https://mtasa.com/discord MTA discord] and do so in the #support channel.
{{Important Note|Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas as part of '''Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy – The Definitive Edition''' ''(2021)'' is an entirely new release of the game. This version is '''not compatible''' with MTA:SA.}}
 
=== Obtaining compatible & used copies ===
 
Officially, the only way to purchase a compatible copy of Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas from Rockstar Games and Take-Two is through the purchase of the classic collection [https://store.rockstargames.com/en/game/buy-grand-theft-auto-the-trilogy '''Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy''' ''(2005)'' on the Rockstar Store].
 
The only other two options are either getting a used physical copy through flea-markets and private resellers or by buying a key for a compatible digital version from a key reseller.
A prominent example in the EU for buying a used physical copy is [https://ebay.com ebay.com]. By typing in "gta san andreas pc" into the search field you can find plenty of people that still sell the compatible game. Be careful though as buying from untrustworthy resellers such as unknown non-business people does pose risks (for example fake or broken copies).
To find a digital key-reseller, using a search engine to find "Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas key" or similar should yield plenty results.  
Evaluate which sources are trustworthy and check the key will work in your region before you consider a purchase.


Even though this page focuses on digital downloads, disc (DVD) versions of Windows GTA:SA are known to work fine.
If you are planning on buying GTA:SA to play MTA:SA, you should try to obtain a "Standard" version rather than "Second Edition", "Remastered Edition", or "Greatest Hits" editions.


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!Works with MTA:SA?
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|[http://store.steampowered.com/app/12120/ Steam]
| rowspan="2" |Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy ''(2005)''
|Specialized Steam version of the game.
|[https://store.rockstargames.com/en/game/buy-grand-theft-auto-the-trilogy Rockstar Store]
MTA installer will make this compatible for you (make sure to install the latest version of MTA '''after''' installing the Steam GTA version), but without modifying original game files.
|{{Yes}}
|{{Yes}}
|{{Yes|[https://store.rockstargames.com/en/game/buy-grand-theft-auto-the-trilogy Yes]}}
| rowspan="2" |This is the 2005 collection of the '''3 original classic GTA games'''. It's currently the only version which is both '''compatible''' and '''available for purchase'''.
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|rowspan="2" |[http://www.amazon.com/Grand-Theft-Auto-Andreas-Download/dp/B006YVXGJQ Amazon]
|Steam
|For the '''Standard''' edition of the game, if MTA is incompatible, visit [https://forum.mtasa.com/topic/11757-patching-your-101-or-200-version-of-gta_saexe/ this topic] and follow the instructions.
|{{Yes}}
|{{Partial|Unconfirmed (Standard)}}
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| Steam version and disc copies of GTA:SA will work fine
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| {{Yes| Yes (Steam/Boxed DVD)}}
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|[https://www.gamersgate.com/DD-GTASAS-GN/grand-theft-auto-san-andreas GamersGate]
| rowspan="3" |Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas
|rowspan=4|To our knownledge, these vendors are offering Steam versions of the game (make sure to verify), and therefore will function similarly to the first entry in this article (Retailer: Steam).
(Digital copy)
|rowspan="4" {{Yes}}
|Rockstar Store
|{{Yes}}
|{{NoAsterisk}}
| rowspan="2" |MTA:SA installer will make this compatible for you (make sure to install the latest version of MTA:SA '''after''' installing the digital GTA version), but without modifying original game files.
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|[http://digital.gamefly.co.uk/#!/download-grand-theft-auto-san-andreas/5006365 GameFly Digital]
|[https://store.steampowered.com/app/12120/Grand_Theft_Auto_San_Andreas/ Steam]
|{{Yes}}
|{{NoAsterisk}}
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|[https://www.greenmangaming.com/games/grand-theft-auto-san-andreas/ GreenManGaming]
|[https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/p/grand-theft-auto-san-andreas/9wzdncrfj1zn Windows App Store]
|{{No}}
|{{No}}
|This is a mobile/Xbox "remastered" version of the game ported to PC. '''Will never work with MTA:SA.'''
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|[https://www.walmart.com/ip/Grand-Theft-Auto-San-Andreas-PC-Digital-Download/55689611 Walmart]
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|[https://www.rockstarwarehouse.com/store/rsg/en_IE/pd/productID.5281755000 Rockstar Games Launcher]
|Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas
|It is recommended to get GTA:SA straight from the [https://socialclub.rockstargames.com/rockstar-games-launcher Rockstar Games Launcher application] rather than the webshop page.
(Used physical copy)
|[https://www.amazon.de/Grand-Theft-Auto-Andreas-DVD-ROM/dp/B00076YSDM/ref=sr_1_1?th=1 Amazon] / [https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p4432023.m570.l1313&_nkw=GTA%3ASA&_sacat=0 Ebay] / etc.  
|{{Yes}}
|{{Yes}}
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|{{Partial|Depending}}
|[https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/p/grand-theft-auto-san-andreas/9wzdncrfj1zn Windows App Store]
|Any physical copy of the game will work as expected.
|This is a mobile version of the game ported to PC. '''Will never work with MTA.'''
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<nowiki>*</nowiki>Still available through key resellers. Only consider purchasing from reputable sources and check for region restrictions.
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Latest revision as of 13:56, 21 May 2024

This page outlines general version compatibility for Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas with MTA:SA as well as where they can be purchased.

Compatibility

If a version of Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas marked below as compatible is not working, please try reinstalling MTA:SA. If that doesn't work, follow these instructions. If that still doesn't work, then please contact us on on the forums, or join the MTA Discord #help-support channel.

[[{{{image}}}|link=|]] Important Note: Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas as part of Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy – The Definitive Edition (2021) is an entirely new release of the game. This version is not compatible with MTA:SA.

Obtaining compatible & used copies

Officially, the only way to purchase a compatible copy of Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas from Rockstar Games and Take-Two is through the purchase of the classic collection Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy (2005) on the Rockstar Store.

The only other two options are either getting a used physical copy through flea-markets and private resellers or by buying a key for a compatible digital version from a key reseller. A prominent example in the EU for buying a used physical copy is ebay.com. By typing in "gta san andreas pc" into the search field you can find plenty of people that still sell the compatible game. Be careful though as buying from untrustworthy resellers such as unknown non-business people does pose risks (for example fake or broken copies). To find a digital key-reseller, using a search engine to find "Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas key" or similar should yield plenty results. Evaluate which sources are trustworthy and check the key will work in your region before you consider a purchase.


Product Retailer Works with MTA:SA? Available for purchase? Notes
Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy (2005) Rockstar Store Yes Yes This is the 2005 collection of the 3 original classic GTA games. It's currently the only version which is both compatible and available for purchase.
Steam Yes No*
Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas

(Digital copy)

Rockstar Store Yes No* MTA:SA installer will make this compatible for you (make sure to install the latest version of MTA:SA after installing the digital GTA version), but without modifying original game files.
Steam Yes No*
Windows App Store No No This is a mobile/Xbox "remastered" version of the game ported to PC. Will never work with MTA:SA.
Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas

(Used physical copy)

Amazon / Ebay / etc. Yes Depending Any physical copy of the game will work as expected.

*Still available through key resellers. Only consider purchasing from reputable sources and check for region restrictions.