Character randomly moving around in GTA:VC

Last Updated: January 21, 2024

My character is randomly moving without my command

If you have a joystick or game pad that you aren't using in GTA Vice City PC, you may want to unplug the joystick & disable it in the Gaming Options of your Control Panel. Simply click on the device and then click Remove.

There are two methods of control in GTA Vice City. Those modes would be Standard, which causes the player to strafe instead of turn, and Classic, which allows for more of the Play Station 2 feel to the game. We recommend using the Classic controls when using any joysticks or game pads. Also if you have any devices plugged into your serial port besides just your mouse will cause circle movements to the left. (Handheld Palm's, 3d tablets or serial cameras)

If you are using a joystick or game pad that has a Z axis (Throttle), make sure that the throttle is set to zero (Middle). If it is not you will experience camera rotation moving completely to the left or right depending on where the throttle is set.