: To reconstruct the game, every single part had to be downloaded into the exact same folder. Extracting part1.rar would automatically trigger the archive manager to pull data sequentially from part2.rar and subsequent files.

Which you currently own the game on (Steam, Rockstar, or retail disc). The operating system you are running.

In the late 2000s and early 2010s, home internet speeds were significantly slower than they are today. Downloading a 15GB to 14GB game in one single file was risky; a single connection drop could corrupt the entire download.

Hackers love "Part2" files. Why? Because a user who has downloaded Part1 is invested. The hacker will release a legitimate-looking Part1 on a forum, but Part2 will be a Trojan.

Bad: gta_iv_multiplayer_nosteam_part1.rar and gta iv multiplayer nosteam part2.rar

Platforms like GTA-Expert , GTA-Inside , or official Discord servers for GTA: Connected are much safer than "free download" blogs. Conclusion