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Fix mss32.dll Missing Error in Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas

Can't play Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas due to mss32.dll error? This guide provides specific solutions for Rockstar North's 2004 release.

By System Admin Team
Verified 2025-12-16

Why Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas Needs mss32.dll

Facing Fix mss32.dll Missing Error in Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas? We will walk you through the solution.

Solution 1: Install the Official Runtime Package (Recommended)

This solution fixes mss32.dll errors for 90%+ of Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas players.

### Download Links (Official Microsoft)

- 64-bit: RAD Game Tools (bundled with games) x64 - 32-bit: RAD Game Tools (bundled with games) x86

### Installation Steps

Step 1: Download BOTH the x64 and x86 versions (yes, even on 64-bit Windows)

Step 2: Close Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas and Steam/Epic/GOG completely

Step 3: Run the x64 installer first, then the x86 installer

Step 4: Restart your computer (important!)

Step 5: Launch Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas

Why both versions? Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas may include both 32-bit and 64-bit components. Installing both ensures complete compatibility.

Solution 2: Verify Game Files

If the runtime installation didn't help, your game files may be corrupted.

### For Steam: 1. Open Steam �?Library 2. Right-click Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas �?Properties 3. Go to Installed Files tab 4. Click "Verify integrity of game files" 5. Wait for verification (5-30 minutes depending on game size) 6. Restart Steam and try launching

### For Epic Games: 1. Open Epic Games Launcher �?Library 2. Click the three dots (�? next to Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas 3. Select Manage �?Verify 4. Wait for the process to complete

### For GOG Galaxy: 1. Open GOG Galaxy �?Select Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas 2. Click Settings icon (⚙️) 3. Select Manage Installation �?Verify / Repair

Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas-Specific Fixes

Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas has some known issues that can cause DLL errors:

### Known Issues 1. Mouse issues on Windows 10/11 (use SilentPatch) 2. Frame limiter causes stuttering (disable in settings) 3. Missing radio songs in newer versions (use radio restoration mod)

### Performance Tips 1. Use SilentPatch for bug fixes and improvements 2. Install Widescreen Fix for modern monitors 3. Use dgVoodoo2 for better graphics compatibility 4. Downgrade to version 1.0 for mod compatibility

### Community Resources For additional help: GTAForums, r/GTA, Mod Database

Related DLL Errors

If you're seeing mss32.dll errors, you might also encounter issues with these related files:

- mss64.dll: Part of the same runtime package - mssa3d.dll: Part of the same runtime package - mssdsp.dll: Part of the same runtime package

The solution above (installing RAD Game Tools (bundled with games)) will fix ALL of these errors at once.

Preventing Future DLL Errors

### Before Installing New Games 1. Install all Visual C++ Redistributable versions (2008, 2010, 2012, 2013, 2015-2022) 2. Install DirectX End-User Runtime 3. Keep GPU drivers updated

### Antivirus Configuration Add your games folder to antivirus exceptions: - C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\ - C:\Program Files\Epic Games\ - C:\GOG Games\

### After Windows Updates Run sfc /scannow in an admin command prompt after major Windows updates to repair any corrupted system files.

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