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: Comprehensive lists of these "ghost" strings are documented on sites like The Cutting Room Floor gta sa original american gxt file hit exclusive
For the uninitiated, the .gxt file format is the backbone of GTA’s text localization. The American.gxt file specifically contains every piece of text displayed to the player in the North American version of the game—from mission objectives and radio station tracklists to cell phone text messages and the chaotic banter of pedestrians. | Key | Original Text | Context |
These unused mission titles have been reported before, but the exact casing and spacing differ in this original file—proving they were changed very late in QA. | | EXCL_RACE1 | “Exclusive race: San Fierro
| Key | Original Text | Context | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | HIT_PAYDAY | “You’ve reached hitman level. Extra ammo + respect.” | Unused notification. In the final game, hitman level gives no text alert. | | EXCL_RACE1 | “Exclusive race: San Fierro Hills – Requires 100% driving skill.” | References a cut race that required unlocking after driving school. | | GIRLFRIEND_EXCL | “She’s exclusive now. Other girls won’t call.” | A cut polyamory mechanic for girlfriends like Denise or Millie. |