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==Introduction== | ==Introduction== | ||
'''Weather''' is an essential aspect that has been existing throughout most of the GTA games; [[Grand Theft Auto III]] being the first to have multiple weather changes viewed in a 3-Dimensional form. It plays a crucial role by complementing to the vibes and atmosphere of the game such as a pink setting sky to suit the Vice City's 80's vibe and a dull, plain sky to suit the [[Liberty City]] atmosphere. The weather in the game is controlled by a time cycle which causes a certain weather type to occur at a particular time. Anonymous types of weather occur at rarer times than others. In places such as [[San Andreas]], A certain type of weather only occurs in a particular climate or area such as Sandstorms in the desert of [[Bone County]], [[Las Venturas]]. Thus, some time cylcles of weather are included exclusively for a | '''Weather''' is an essential aspect that has been existing throughout most of the GTA games; [[Grand Theft Auto III]] being the first to have multiple weather changes viewed in a 3-Dimensional form. It plays a crucial role by complementing to the vibes and atmosphere of the game such as a pink setting sky to suit the Vice City's 80's vibe and a dull, plain sky to suit the [[Liberty City]] atmosphere. The weather in the game is controlled by a time cycle which causes a certain weather type to occur at a particular time. Anonymous types of weather occur at rarer times than others. In places such as [[San Andreas]], A certain type of weather only occurs in a particular climate or area such as Sandstorms in the desert of [[Bone County]], [[Las Venturas]]. Thus, some time cylcles of weather are included exclusively for a Grand Theft Auto game depending on the area's real-life climate. | ||
[[Mods]] have been created for seasonal weather such as ''snow | [[Mods]] have been created for seasonal weather such as ''snow'' for people who crave a wider range of intriguing [[climate]]. | ||
==Types Of Weather== | ==Types Of Weather== | ||
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'''Rain''' occurs in most GTA games from every 3-5 days though sometimes it can vary depending on what climate you are in. [[Grand Theft Auto IV]] first introduced realistic rain drops forming on the player's screen as if they were actually there and they are the protagonist. The III era first introduced car's headlights reflecting the rain on the road which instantly resulted in senses of realism, making the game more 'alive'. The rainfall can vary depending on how clear the skies are. Heavy rainfall results in occasional thunder and lightning, causing the console version's controller vibrate rapidly, again as a sense of realism. | '''Rain''' occurs in most GTA games from every 3-5 days though sometimes it can vary depending on what climate you are in. [[Grand Theft Auto IV]] first introduced realistic rain drops forming on the player's screen as if they were actually there and they are the protagonist. The III era first introduced car's headlights reflecting the rain on the road which instantly resulted in senses of realism, making the game more 'alive'. The rainfall can vary depending on how clear the skies are. Heavy rainfall results in occasional thunder and lightning, causing the console version's controller vibrate rapidly, again as a sense of realism. | ||
'''<h3> | '''<h3>Sunny/clear</h3>''' | ||
''' | '''Sunny''' weather occurs quite often in most cities, ranging from 2-4 days in the III era; especially if your flying in a helicopter or plane above the clouds to see you could view it pretty much nearly everyday. The III era first introduced players to visualise heatwave when the sun reaches blazing heats however does not affect the player's health in any way. It brings a cheerful atmosphere and reputation to areas such as San Andreas and Vice City. The sun causes short shodows to appear behind objects such as lampposts and buildings. | ||
'''<h3>Fog/Mist</h3>''' | '''<h3>Fog/Mist</h3>''' | ||
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'''<h3>Cloudy</h3>''' | '''<h3>Cloudy</h3>''' | ||
'''Cloudy''' weather is probably the most common occuring type of weather in GTA out of the lot as well as 'clear sky. Cloudy weather has been featured in every single GTA game out of the current franchise and does not bring a particular vibe or atmosphere to the game. It is described as a ' | '''Cloudy''' weather is probably the most common occuring type of weather in GTA out of the lot as well as 'clear sky. Cloudy weather has been featured in every single GTA game out of the current franchise and does not bring a particular vibe or atmosphere to the game. It is described as a 'default' weather due to how common it occurs. It can be seen pretty much everyday at some point. Cloudy weather does not have much of a visual difference, as the sky is still brightly lit, and visibility is still high. | ||
'''<h3>Sandstorm</h3>''' | '''<h3>[[Sandstorm]]</h3>''' | ||
A '''sandstorm''' is an intriguing format of weather produced '''exclusively''' for [[Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas]]. It occurs regularly only in the Desert, [[Las Venturas]] as it suits the climate. It clearly mimics aspects of the Nevada desert in Las Vegas. | A '''sandstorm''' is an intriguing format of weather produced '''exclusively''' for [[Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas]]. It occurs regularly only in the Desert, [[Las Venturas]] as it suits the climate. It clearly mimics aspects of the Nevada desert in Las Vegas. | ||