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Grand Theft Auto 5 has been around for a decade now and gamers are still figuring out new ways to enhance their gameplay experiences. One major way of doing this is through the help of mods, which as the name suggests, lets you modify game files and add custom events, items, cosmetics, etc to your vanilla Grand Theft Auto game. Although there are several approaches to this, the simplest way of adding mods is by using various frameworks such as Script Hook, FiveM, Open IV, etc. Let’s dive right in and take a look at how to use some of these frameworks and customize the game to your preferences.
How to Use Mods in Grand Theft Auto 5?
As mentioned above, the most famous frameworks that you can use to mod GTA 5 are Script Hook, FiveM, and Open IV. Although they have their own intricacies, the installation process for these mods is quite similar. This is typically what the installation process looks like:
Head to the official websites for any of these modifiers. Alternatively, you can also choose to download them from the GTA 5 Mods website.
Download your preferred mod launcher along with the other prerequisites such as Plugins, ASI Managers, etc.
While FiveM is more of a client, Open IV and Script Hook require you to download plugins that are essential to modify your game’s files.
Once they are downloaded and installed you will be asked to navigate and place plugins into the game’s original folder.
Make sure you create a backup of your game files. If something goes wrong, you can simply use the backup to retrieve lost or corrupt files.
Once the plugins are pasted onto the game’s main folder, you can start customizing the game or install custom mods made by an active community of modders.
While FiveM has become more of a host for GTA Online Role Playing servers, Open IV and Script Hook are still used to tinker around with GTA 5’s single-player mode. Since the game has been around for quite a while now, there are numerous mods you can play around with.
Here Are Some of the Most Popular Mods That Have Been Created for Grand Theft Auto 5
Chaos Mod: This adds 290 unique scenarios to the world of Grand Theft Auto 5. They are often bizarre scenarios such as NPCs having RPGs in hand or Your car type suddenly popping, etc. The mod is aptly named to create chaotic situations making it extremely difficult to complete your regular missions.
North Yankton DLC: If you wish to experience the region of North Yankton after the game’s initial mission, a group of talented modders have recreated the entire area with activities and buildings to explore.
Alien Invasion Mod: This mod lets you fend off hordes of aliens from invading Los Santos and its surroundings. It adds alien NPCs with various weapons, armor, and vehicles, causing chaos on city streets.
Ironman MK3 Armor Mod: Suit up and fly around the streets, deserts, and forests of Grand Theft Auto 5 while sporting this high-res recreation of Ironman’s MK3 armor. You can also use the blast function letting you shoot lasers that obliterate your enemies.
GTA 5 Redux: If you have a capable gaming PC, you must surely check out this mod which adds 4k textures, new weather effects, and other visual overhauls to the game. It also adds other quality-of-life upgrades such as improved weapon feel, enhanced vehicle handling, and changes to the police system.
That is pretty much everything you need to know about how mods work in Grand Theft Auto 5. Make sure to disable any mods before heading into the game’s online mode as it can possibly result in your Rockstar account getting banned indefinitely.
