Transform GTA San Andreas into a modern-looking game with the DirectX 3.0 Mod—one of the best free graphics enhancements available! This mod improves lighting shadows reflections and textures making San Andreas look stunning.

In this guide we’ll walk you through the step-by-step installation process so you can enjoy GTA SA with next-gen visuals!
Step-by-Step Installation Guide
Step 1: Backup Your Game Files
- Before modding always backup your original game files.
- Go to your GTA SA directory (Usually C:\Program Files\Rockstar Games\GTA San Andreas).
- Copy the gta_sa.exe and models folder to a safe location.
Step 2: Install CLEO (Required for Script Mods)
- Download CLEO 4 from cleo.li.
- Extract the files and paste them into your GTA SA main folder.
- Replace files if prompted.
Step 3: Install SA Required Files
- Download SA Required Files from This Link Click Here.
- Extract and copy the files to your GTA SA directory.
Step 4: Install DirectX 3.0 Mod
- Download the DirectX 3.0 Mod from this link Click Here.
- Extract the files using WinRAR or 7-Zip.
- Copy all files (.asi .dll .ini etc.) into your GTA SA main folder.
Step 5: Configure the Mod (Optional)
- Open dxsettings.ini (if available) to adjust:
- Brightness Shadows Reflections
- Motion Blur & Depth of Field (Disable if FPS is low)
Step 6: Launch & Enjoy!
- Run gta_sa.exe (Not from Steam/Rockstar Launcher if using mods).
- Enjoy enhanced graphics with better lighting reflections and realism!
- Showcase of DirectX 3.0 Mod
Want to see how it looks? Check out:
If You Want To See How To Its Look Or How To Apply Watch My YouTube From The Link Given Below:
DirectX 3.0 Mod Gameplay And Guide (YouTube)
Final Thoughts
The DirectX 3.0 Mod gives GTA San Andreas a massive visual upgrade—making it look like a modern game! Best of all it’s free and easy to install.