MTA:SA launcher code

MTA:SA error CL44

GTA's IMG archive is damaged.

How to fix it

1. Read which archive the error names

   Read the archive’s file name in the error. If you installed a replacement model pack into that archive, keep a backup of your modded setup before you change anything.

   Source: MTA help

2. Repair or reinstall GTA

   Repair or reinstall GTA from the trusted source you own. This replaces a broken archive, or a modified one that is not compatible, and you do not need a random IMG download.

   Source: MTA help

3. Start MTA with the clean game

   Start MTA again. If it still names the archive, report the file name and whether it fails before you join or only on one server.

   Source: MTA help, MTA forum

These are the steps of the guide CL44: GTA IMG archive is corrupt.

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About this code

gta3.img holds the game's models. A failed mod install or a damaged download leaves it unreadable.

CL codes come from MTA's launcher, before the game starts: installing an update, finding GTA, loading MTA's own files or starting gta_sa.exe. MTA's own documentation gives CL44 as IMG corruption.

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