Players can now run and gun with heavier weapons like shotguns and rifles in GTA III and Vice City , a mechanic previously exclusive to San Andreas . Visual & Environmental Fixes:

The latest update for (version 1.17.37984884 ) marks a significant turning point for the controversial remaster collection. Released around November 12, 2024 , this patch—largely developed by Video Games Deluxe—aims to restore the "classic feel" that was missing at launch. Key Improvements and New Features

The logo for Grove Street Games (the original remaster developer) was removed from the startup splash screen in this update, sparking public tension between the studio CEO and Rockstar. Summary Table: Release vs. Latest Patch Initial 2021 Launch Update v1.17 (Nov 2024) Lighting Clean, sterile, and often dark Classic Lighting restored (default) Fog/Distance No fog; map feels small Volumetric fog obscures distance Controls No run-and-gun in GTA III/VC Run-and-gun enabled for all Performance Significant stuttering Stable 60fps on PS5/Xbox Series X

Fixed several broken animations, such as CJ's drinking animation at vending machines and bike-riding postures.

While this update is a massive leap forward, some community members note that:

Volumetric fog and heat haze have been improved to prevent the "entire map visible" issue that plagued the initial release.