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GTA Vice City Next Gen Edition Loading Screen Fix

GTA Vice City Next-Gen Edition is a fan made remastered version of the classic GTA Vice City featuring improved graphics enhanced textures And More.

The fan-made GTA Vice City Next-Gen Edition provides a remastered version of the original GTA Vice City with updated graphics, improved details, and modern visual effects. However, many players face an issue where the game gets stuck on the loading screen and fails to start properly.

Thankfully, this problem can be fixed easily by replacing the commandline.txt file in the game installation directory. Follow this complete guide to get back into the game without any issues.

GTA Vice City Next-Gen Edition stuck on loading screen issue

Why Does GTA Vice City Next-Gen Edition Get Stuck on the Loading Screen?

The loading screen issue usually occurs due to the following reasons:

  • Incorrect or missing command line parameters.
  • Compatibility issues with modern Windows versions.
  • Conflicting or broken mods affecting game startup.

Replacing the commandline.txt file restores proper launch settings and allows the game to load normally.

How to Fix the Loading Screen Issue

If you face any issues while installing this fix, watch the video tutorial below.

Step 1: Download the Fix File

  • Download the commandline.txt fix file from here: Click Here
  • Make sure the file is not corrupted before use.

Step 2: Locate the Game Installation Folder

  • Right-click the GTA Vice City Next-Gen Edition shortcut.
  • Select Open File Location.
  • If installed manually, open the folder where you extracted the game files.

Step 3: Replace the Commandline File

  • Find the existing commandline.txt file.
  • Delete it or rename it (example: commandline_backup.txt).
  • Paste the new commandline.txt file into the folder.

Step 4: Restart the Game

  • Close unnecessary background applications.
  • Launch the game again.
  • The loading screen issue should now be fixed.

Check out: GTA Vice City Next-Gen Edition Complete Guide

Watch the Full Video Tutorial

For a complete visual walkthrough, watch the full YouTube guide below:

Additional Fixes (If the Issue Persists)

Run the Game as Administrator

  • Right-click the game .exe file and choose Run as Administrator.

Enable Compatibility Mode

  • Right-click the game .exe → Properties → Compatibility tab.
  • Select Windows XP (Service Pack 3).

Update Graphics Drivers

  • Ensure your NVIDIA, AMD, or Intel GPU drivers are fully updated.

Disable Mods Temporarily

  • Remove other installed mods and test the game again.

Conclusion

GTA Vice City Next-Gen Edition delivers a modern experience of a classic game, but loading screen issues can disrupt gameplay. Replacing the commandline.txt file is a quick and effective solution. Follow the steps above and enjoy Vice City without interruptions.

Check out: GTA Vice City Next-Gen First Person Mod