How to Convert GTA 4 Mods to GTA 5 - Porting Guide 2025

Port GTA IV Mods to GTA V

Convert your favorite GTA 4 mods to work in GTA 5.

Tools Needed

• OpenIV (for both GTA IV and V)
• 3ds Max or Blender (for model editing)
• OpenFormats plugin for OpenIV
• Texture editing software (Photoshop or GIMP)

Vehicle Porting Process

1. Export from GTA 4
   • Open GTA IV in OpenIV
   • Find vehicle model (.wdr, .wft)
   • Export to OpenFormats (.odr)
2. Convert in 3D Software
   • Import .odr to 3ds Max/Blender
   • Adjust scale (GTA 4 cars often too small)
   • Fix materials and bones
   • Export as GTA 5 format
3. Import to GTA 5
   • Import using OpenIV
   • Create vehicle meta files
   • Test in-game

Texture Conversion

1. Export textures from GTA 4
2. Increase resolution if needed
3. Convert to GTA 5 format (.ytd)

Common Issues

• Scale problems: Adjust in 3D software
• Missing bones: Manually add to skeleton
• Texture errors: Re-export with correct settings