Grand Theft Auto 4 RTX Remix Update 1.1.7 Released

What's the News?

Modder ‘xoxor4d’ has released Update 1.1.7 for his highly anticipated RTX Remix Path Tracing Mod for Grand Theft Auto 4. This update primarily focuses on enhancing the visual fidelity of Liberty City by adding PBR (Physically Based Rendering) materials to various sidewalks and road surfaces, including generic asphalt, further enriching the game's graphical overhaul with realistic lighting and reflections.

Why This Matters for Your PC Build

While the news itself is about a mod update for an older game, its significance for Indian PC builders lies squarely in the capabilities of NVIDIA's RTX Remix technology and the demanding hardware it requires. RTX Remix allows modders to inject cutting-edge ray tracing (specifically path tracing) into classic titles. For Grand Theft Auto 4, this means a complete transformation of the game's lighting and visuals, bringing it closer to modern AAA titles. However, this comes at a substantial hardware cost. Path tracing is incredibly resource-intensive, pushing even the most powerful GPUs to their limits. If you're an Indian gamer eyeing such visually stunning mods, this update reinforces the fact that you will need a high-end NVIDIA RTX graphics card (preferably an RTX 30-series or, ideally, an RTX 40-series) to experience GTA 4 with this mod at acceptable framerates and resolutions. It's a testament to what's possible with modern GPU technology, but also a stark reminder of the investment needed for bleeding-edge visual experiences. For most builders, this update won't be a primary driver for a new PC purchase, but it showcases the future potential (and demands) of gaming graphics.

Indian Pricing & Availability

The RTX Remix mod for Grand Theft Auto 4 is a community-driven project and is available for free. However, the hardware required to run it smoothly is where the significant investment comes in for Indian gamers. To truly enjoy Grand Theft Auto 4 with path tracing enabled by this mod, you'll need a powerful NVIDIA RTX GPU. While we cannot invent specific product prices, high-end NVIDIA RTX graphics cards capable of delivering a good experience with demanding path tracing mods typically start upwards of ₹70,000 in the Indian market for mid-to-high-end options (e.g., in the RTX 4070 SUPER tier). For a truly uncompromised experience with such demanding visuals, you might be looking at cards well exceeding ₹1,00,000, with top-tier offerings like the RTX 4080 SUPER or RTX 4090 often costing upwards of ₹1,20,000 to ₹1,80,000 respectively. These high-end GPUs are generally available across major retailers and online platforms in India, but their premium pricing reflects their performance.

PCBuilderHub Verdict

**Pass (for most new builds) / Buy (if you already own high-end RTX hardware)** For the average Indian PC builder planning a new rig, this mod update should **not** be the primary reason to purchase specific hardware. The performance demands are extreme, and the cost-to-benefit ratio for solely playing an older game with path tracing is too high for most budgets. However, if you are an enthusiast Indian gamer who already owns a powerful NVIDIA RTX 30-series or 40-series GPU, this update is a fantastic **free upgrade** to a classic title. It breathes new life into Grand Theft Auto 4, offering a visually stunning experience that leverages your existing high-end hardware. So, for those already equipped, it's a definite "buy" in terms of downloading and trying out the mod. For everyone else, enjoy the visual showcases, but don't feel pressured to upgrade your entire system just for this specific mod.