Find the archived Official 1.0.7.0 Patch on community sites like GTA-all or ModDB to apply it to a fresh installation. Essential Performance Fixes
(approx 15 GB download, ~22 GB installed).
Despite being an older game (2008), the optimization fixes make it run best on specific architectures.
(which translates DirectX 9 to Vulkan)—actually runs smoother. GPU Utilization:
Later versions removed several iconic songs due to expired licenses; 1.0.7.0 keeps the radio stations intact.
"Out of video memory"