Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas - Multiplayer (SA-MP) Overview

Carter stepped out. He pulled out his nightstick. /me adjusts his utility belt, stepping between the groups. /s LSPD! Break it up!

  1. Spawn: When you join a server, you'll spawn at a designated location. You can choose your character's appearance and skin before spawning.
  2. Movement: Use the W, A, S, and D keys to move your character. You can also use the mouse to look around.
  3. Commands: Familiarize yourself with basic commands:

    Whether you want to live a second life as a San Fierro truck driver, dogfight in the desert, or simply drive a BMX up a skyscraper, the world of SA-MP is still waiting for you. The server lists are still green with players. The text chat still scrolls by. And somewhere in Los Santos, a virtual police chase is just starting.

    In the game, his character raised a pixelated cigarette to his lips. In reality, Carter was a 24-year-old IT technician sitting in a room in Ohio, but here, he was a veteran Detective. He wasn't here for the stunts or the deathmatches. He was here for the Roleplay .

    As of 2026, several long-standing communities remain active:

    If you encounter issues during installation or gameplay, standard fixes include: Execution Errors: Right-click the SA-MP launcher, go to Properties > Compatibility , and select "Run this program as an administrator" Stability: