A raw v1.0 executable is buggy on modern Windows (10/11). You must install these "essentials" immediately:
The "us" suffix stands for (North American region). Why does region matter? Because different regions had different disc protections and, more importantly, different audio licenses. The European (EU) version had minor variations in radio station tracks, but the executable structure was nearly identical for modding. Gta Sa EXE 1.0us
But what exactly is this file? Why is there such an obsessive focus on the "1.0 US" version? And why can't you just use the Steam or Rockstar Launcher version you bought yesterday? A raw v1