The phrase "" appears to be based on a misunderstanding or a typo, as the actual game size and its "extreme rip" versions are significantly smaller. In fact, a 512 GB drive typically reports exactly 461 GB of usable space after formatting, which may be the source of that specific number. Real GTA IV File Sizes The standard and "extreme rip" versions of Grand Theft Auto IV are much smaller than 461 GB:
It is not optimized. At all. I’m running an [Insert your GPU/CPU here] and I’m dipping below 30fps just driving through Star Junction. If you thought the vanilla port was bad, this adds 10x the load. It’s barely playable, but as a tech demo? It’s stunning.
The legitimate Grand Theft Auto IV: Complete Edition requires only about 22 GB to 32 GB of disk space.
Hundreds of gigabytes of "junk" data meant to make the file look impressive or to keep your computer busy while a background script runs. Malware & Miners:
It is a waste of bandwidth, storage, and a massive security risk. If a "rip" is bigger than a modern Call of Duty install, it’s not a game—it’s a trap.
The phrase "" appears to be based on a misunderstanding or a typo, as the actual game size and its "extreme rip" versions are significantly smaller. In fact, a 512 GB drive typically reports exactly 461 GB of usable space after formatting, which may be the source of that specific number. Real GTA IV File Sizes The standard and "extreme rip" versions of Grand Theft Auto IV are much smaller than 461 GB:
It is not optimized. At all. I’m running an [Insert your GPU/CPU here] and I’m dipping below 30fps just driving through Star Junction. If you thought the vanilla port was bad, this adds 10x the load. It’s barely playable, but as a tech demo? It’s stunning.
The legitimate Grand Theft Auto IV: Complete Edition requires only about 22 GB to 32 GB of disk space.
Hundreds of gigabytes of "junk" data meant to make the file look impressive or to keep your computer busy while a background script runs. Malware & Miners:
It is a waste of bandwidth, storage, and a massive security risk. If a "rip" is bigger than a modern Call of Duty install, it’s not a game—it’s a trap.
