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'''Weapons in GTA San Andreas''' are a principal aspect of the game. Some weapons have returned from previous games, while others are additions available only in [[Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas]] (and later [[Grand Theft Auto IV]]). A particularly useful addition is the [[Silenced 9mm|silenced pistol]], which is perfect for stealth maneuvering (another new feature), as it attracts less attention. There are also two key improvements in weapon handling, as compared to [[Grand Theft Auto: Vice City]]: smart aiming and dual-weapon wielding.
[[File:Pistol-GTASA-ingame.jpg|thumb|right|200px|The Pistol in [[Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas]].]]
'''Weapons in GTA San Andreas''' are a principal aspect of the game. Some weapons have returned from previous games, while others are additions available only in [[Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas]] (and later [[Grand Theft Auto IV]]). A particularly useful addition is the [[Silenced 9mm|silenced pistol]], which is perfect for stealth maneuvering (another new feature), as it attracts less attention. There are also two key improvements in weapon handling, as compared to [[Grand Theft Auto: Vice City]]: assisted aiming and dual-weapon wielding.
 
==Assisted Aiming==
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GTA San Andreas includes computer-assisted auto-aiming, which occurs when pedestrian targets are within the weapon's range. The range is determined by the type of weapon and the player's proficiency with that weapon (''Weapon Skill'' stat). Aiming is an improvement upon the auto-aim available in previous games where the computer would cycle between auto-aim and manual aim, depending upon the proximity of possible targets.{{fact}} Furthermore, when multiple targets are within range, the computer selects the closest target first. Another key feature is the targeting lock that changes color as the target's health decreases. Green progresses to orange, which progresses to red, and finally black upon the target's death.
 
The assisted aiming  feature is available on every weapon except the [[Rifle]], the [[Sniper Rifle]], projectiles, or any of the heavy weapons. This aiming system also bears a strong resemblance to the execution system in Rockstar's Manhunt{{fact}} where the darker the color or the target, the more gruesome the execution; while in San Andreas the darker the color of the target, the less health of the target.


[[File:GTA_SA.jpg|frame|Weapons in GTA San Andreas]]
==Smart Aim==
Smart aim{{?}} involves computer-assisted auto-aiming, which occurs when pedestrian targets are within the weapon's range. The range is determined by the type of weapon and the player's proficiency with that weapon (''Weapon Skill'' stat). Smart aiming is an improvement upon the auto-aim available in previous games where the computer will cycle between auto-aim and manual aim, depending upon the proximity of possible targets. Furthermore, when multiple targets are within range, smart aim selects the closest target first. Another key feature of smart aim is the targeting lock that changes color as the target's health decreases. Green progresses to orange, which progresses to red, and finally black upon the target's death. The smart aim feature is available on every weapon except the [[Rifle]], the [[Sniper Rifle]], projectiles, or any of the heavy weapons.
The Smart Aim also seems to bear a strong resemblance to the execution system in Rockstar's Manhunter where the darker the color or the target,the more gruesome the execution while in San Andreas the darker the color of the target,the less health of the target.


==Dual-Wield==
==Dual-Wield==
The second new feature is the ability to duel-wield several weapons (Pistol, Tec9, Micro uzi, Sawnoff shotguns) after reaching hitman weapon skill level. These weapons are light enough and feature reloading that is compatible with holding one in each hand. This allows the player to inflict twice the amount of damage per reload cycle.
The second new feature is the ability to duel-wield several weapons (Pistol, Tec9, Micro uzi, Sawnoff shotguns) after reaching hitman weapon skill level. These weapons are light enough and feature reloading that is compatible with holding one in each hand. This allows the player to inflict twice the amount of damage per reload cycle.


==Types==
 
==Weapons==
Here is a list of the available weapon slots, and the weapons that can be used in those slots. Weapons in ''italics'' can be dual-wielded.
Here is a list of the available weapon slots, and the weapons that can be used in those slots. Weapons in ''italics'' can be dual-wielded.


* '''Slot 1: Hand'''
{| class=wikitable
** [[Fist]]
! '''Slot 1: Hand'''
** [[Brass Knuckles]]
! '''Slot 2: Melee Weapons'''
* '''Slot 2: Melee Weapons'''
! '''Slot 3: Handguns'''
**[[Knife]]
!'''Slot 4: Shotguns'''
**[[Golf Club]]
! '''Slot 5: Sub-Machine Guns'''
**[[Shovel]]
!'''Slot 6: Assault Rifles'''
**[[Pool Cue]]
|rowspan="2" align=center|[[File:MP5-GTASA-icon.png|right||The [[Heads-Up Display|HUD]] icon for the [[MP5]]]]
**[[Nightstick]]
|-
**[[Baseball Bat]]
|
**[[Katana]]
*[[Fist]]
**[[Chainsaw]]
*[[Brass Knuckles]]
* '''Slot 3: Handguns'''
|
** ''[[Pistol]]''
*[[Knife]]
** ''[[Silenced 9mm]]''
*[[Golf Club]]
** [[Desert Eagle]]
*[[Shovel]]
*'''Slot 4: Shotguns'''
*[[Pool Cue]]
** [[Pump Action Shotgun|Shotgun]]
*[[Nightstick]]
** ''[[Sawn-off Shotgun]]''
*[[Baseball Bat]]
** [[SPAS 12|Combat Shotgun]]
*[[Katana]]
* '''Slot 5: Sub-Machine Guns'''
*[[Chainsaw]]
** ''[[TEC 9|Tec-9]]''
|
** ''[[Micro Uzi|Micro SMG]]''
*''[[Pistol]]''
** [[MP5|SMG]]
*[[Silenced 9mm]]
* '''Slot 6: Assault Rifles'''
*[[Desert Eagle]]
** [[AK-47]]
|
** [[AR-15|M4]]
*[[Pump Action Shotgun|Shotgun]]
* '''Slot 7: Rifles'''
*''[[Sawn-off Shotgun]]''
** [[Sniper Rifle]]
*[[SPAS 12|Combat Shotgun]]
** [[Rifle|Country Rifle]]
|
* '''Slot 8: Heavy Weapons'''
* ''[[TEC 9|Tec-9]]''
** [[Flamethrower]]
* ''[[Micro Uzi|Micro SMG]]''
** [[Rocket Launcher]]
*[[MP5|SMG]]
** [[Heat-Seeking Rocket Launcher]]
|
** [[Minigun]]
*[[AK-47]]
* '''Slot 9: Explosives'''
*[[M16|M4]]
** [[Tear Gas]]
|-
** [[Molotov Cocktail]]
! '''Slot 7: Rifles'''
** [[Grenade]]
! '''Slot 8: Heavy Weapons'''
** [[Satchel Charges]]
! '''Slot 9: Explosives'''
* '''Slot 10: Handheld Items'''
! '''Slot 10: Handheld Items'''
** [[Fire Extinguisher]]
! '''Slot 11: Gifts'''
** [[Spray Can]]
! '''Slot 12: Special Items'''
** [[Camera]]
! '''Slot 13: Others'''
* '''Slot 11: Gifts'''
|-
** [[Flowers]]
|
** [[Cane]]
*[[Sniper Rifle]]
** [[Dildo]]
*[[Rifle|Country Rifle]]
** [[Vibrator]]
|
* '''Slot 12: Special Items'''
*[[Flamethrower]]
** [[Night Vision|Night Vision Goggles]]
*[[Rocket Launcher]]
** [[Thermal Vision|Thermal Vision Goggles]]
*[[Heat-Seeking Rocket Launcher]]
** [[Parachute]]
*[[Minigun]]
** [[Jetpack]]
|
* '''Slot 13: Others'''
*[[Tear Gas]]
** [[Detonator]]
*[[Molotov Cocktail]]
*[[Grenade]]
*[[Satchel Charges]]
|
*[[Fire Extinguisher]]
*[[Spray Can]]
*[[Camera]]
|
*[[Flowers]]
*[[Cane]]
*[[Dildo]]
*[[Vibrator]]
|
*[[Night Vision|Night Vision Goggles]]
*[[Thermal Vision|Thermal Vision Goggles]]
*[[Parachute]]
|
*[[Detonator]]
|}


==Trivia==
==Trivia==
*The [[TEC 9|Tec-9]] and the [[Minigun]] are the only weapons which, when fired, do not move CJ's body, unlike most weapons.
*The [[TEC 9|Tec-9]] and the [[Minigun]] are the only weapons which, when fired, do not move CJ's body, unlike most weapons.
*Oddly enough, melee weapons such as the chainsaw can be used to amass large sums of money in short periods of time if the player correctly utilises the weapon with no law enforcement in their vicinity. Much like the bat in GTA III where the play can kill literally thousands of citizens with no wanted level if planned correctly.
*Oddly enough, melee weapons such as the chainsaw can be used to amass large sums of money in short periods of time if the player correctly utilizes the weapon with no law enforcement in their vicinity. Much like the bat in GTA III where the play can kill literally thousands of citizens with no wanted level if planned correctly.


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Revision as of 20:56, 28 January 2013

The Pistol in Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas.

Weapons in GTA San Andreas are a principal aspect of the game. Some weapons have returned from previous games, while others are additions available only in Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas (and later Grand Theft Auto IV). A particularly useful addition is the silenced pistol, which is perfect for stealth maneuvering (another new feature), as it attracts less attention. There are also two key improvements in weapon handling, as compared to Grand Theft Auto: Vice City: assisted aiming and dual-weapon wielding.

Assisted Aiming

GTA San Andreas includes computer-assisted auto-aiming, which occurs when pedestrian targets are within the weapon's range. The range is determined by the type of weapon and the player's proficiency with that weapon (Weapon Skill stat). Aiming is an improvement upon the auto-aim available in previous games where the computer would cycle between auto-aim and manual aim, depending upon the proximity of possible targets. [Verification Needed] Furthermore, when multiple targets are within range, the computer selects the closest target first. Another key feature is the targeting lock that changes color as the target's health decreases. Green progresses to orange, which progresses to red, and finally black upon the target's death.

The assisted aiming feature is available on every weapon except the Rifle, the Sniper Rifle, projectiles, or any of the heavy weapons. This aiming system also bears a strong resemblance to the execution system in Rockstar's Manhunt [Verification Needed] where the darker the color or the target, the more gruesome the execution; while in San Andreas the darker the color of the target, the less health of the target.


Dual-Wield

The second new feature is the ability to duel-wield several weapons (Pistol, Tec9, Micro uzi, Sawnoff shotguns) after reaching hitman weapon skill level. These weapons are light enough and feature reloading that is compatible with holding one in each hand. This allows the player to inflict twice the amount of damage per reload cycle.


Weapons

Here is a list of the available weapon slots, and the weapons that can be used in those slots. Weapons in italics can be dual-wielded.

Slot 1: Hand Slot 2: Melee Weapons Slot 3: Handguns Slot 4: Shotguns Slot 5: Sub-Machine Guns Slot 6: Assault Rifles right The HUD icon for the MP5
Slot 7: Rifles Slot 8: Heavy Weapons Slot 9: Explosives Slot 10: Handheld Items Slot 11: Gifts Slot 12: Special Items Slot 13: Others

Trivia

  • The Tec-9 and the Minigun are the only weapons which, when fired, do not move CJ's body, unlike most weapons.
  • Oddly enough, melee weapons such as the chainsaw can be used to amass large sums of money in short periods of time if the player correctly utilizes the weapon with no law enforcement in their vicinity. Much like the bat in GTA III where the play can kill literally thousands of citizens with no wanted level if planned correctly.