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Hacker News·16d ago·5 min read
Modder Runs GTA III Inside GTA: San Andreas on an In-Game TV
TL;DR
A modder has successfully integrated GTA III into GTA: San Andreas, allowing players to control both games simultaneously. This was achieved by running GTA III within the San Andreas process, sharing the same graphics device.
✦ Why It Matters
Engineers can explore advanced modding techniques to create immersive experiences in existing game frameworks.
Key Takeaways
- Experiment with game integration using shared graphics processing.
- Consider creating mods that allow real-time character switching.
- Ensure players have access to original game files for modding.
- Explore the potential of running multiple game engines within a single process.
How It Works
Dryxio's mod allows GTA III to run directly on a television screen in GTA: San Andreas by sharing the same Direct3D graphics device. This means that both games can render simultaneously, with GTA III's graphics being displayed as a live texture on the in-game TV.
Players can switch between controlling characters in both games without pausing or interrupting gameplay.