How to Fix GTA 5 Infinite Loading Screen with Mods 2026

Fix GTA 5 Infinite Loading Screen — Modded Game Troubleshooting 2026

The infinite loading screen is a frustrating issue in modded GTA 5 where the game gets stuck and never reaches the main menu or story mode. This guide covers all proven fixes from quick solutions to advanced troubleshooting.

Quick Fixes (Try First)

1. Wait longer — some heavily modded setups take 5-10 minutes to load
2. Press Ctrl+Alt+Delete → open Task Manager → switch back to GTA 5 (sometimes triggers loading to continue)
3. Delete the game cache: remove files from AppData/Local/Rockstar Games/GTA V/
4. Rename your mods folder to mods_backup — if game loads, a mod is the problem
5. Update Script Hook V to the version matching your game build

Systematic Troubleshooting

1. Rename mods folder → test vanilla game loads
2. If vanilla works, use binary search: move half your mods out, test
3. Check dlclist.xml — ensure all entries reference existing DLC packs
4. Open mods/update/update.rpf in OpenIV — verify no corrupt files (0 byte files)
5. Check ScriptHookV.log in game root for error messages
6. Review asiloader.log for failed ASI plugin loads

Common Culprits

• Outdated OpenIV.asi — always use the latest version from OpenIV installer
• Too many add-on vehicles without proper gameconfig — install a high-limit gameconfig
• Conflicting script mods — two mods trying to modify the same game feature
• Broken replace vehicle — a badly converted YFT can cause infinite loading
• Missing dependencies — mods requiring other mods that are not installed

Nuclear Option: Full Reset

• Back up your mods folder entirely
• Verify game files through Steam/Epic/Rockstar Launcher
• Delete ALL mod files from the game root (ASI, DLL, scripts folder)
• Reinstall OpenIV, Script Hook V, and essential tools fresh
• Re-add mods one at a time, testing after each addition