Downloading full copies of GTA IV for free is piracy. This guide assumes you own a legitimate license for the game on Steam, Rockstar Launcher, or a physical DVD. We are teaching you how to downgrade, not steal. The Legend of 1.0.4.0: Why this version? To understand the how , you must understand the why . When GTA IV landed on PC in December 2008, it was a disaster. "Can it run Crysis?" became "Can it run GTA IV?" Rockstar rushed out several patches in 2009.
If you just want to play the story of The Ballad of Gay Tony and The Lost and Damned , stay on 1.0.8.0. It's less hassle.
Happy modding, and watch out for the swingset of death. This post is for educational and archival purposes. Modifying your game violates the Rockstar EULA (though they rarely ban for single-player mods). Always back up your original files before patching.
Posted by: The Retro Repo | Filed under: PC Gaming, Modding, Rockstar