Mods like Project Rosa (512 version) replace original textures with higher-detail ones optimized for low memory usage, preventing the "missing texture" glitches common in heavily modded games. Popular Mod Options from 2022
While the main version is demanding, optimized versions (around 3 MB) exist that offer basic shader improvements compatible with budget systems.
Several community-curated packs were highlighted throughout 2022 for their stability on "potato" PCs:
Even "low-end" mods can reduce frame rates by 7–10 FPS depending on your specific hardware configuration.
A 7.79 MB pack available on LibertyCity that replaces standard environmental effects with assets inspired by GTA IV.