<![CDATA[open.mp forum - General Discussions]]> https://forum.open.mp/ Fri, 17 Apr 2026 03:08:22 +0000 MyBB <![CDATA[Asking something]]> https://forum.open.mp/showthread.php?tid=3781 Tue, 20 Jan 2026 15:49:08 +0000 ALE11]]> https://forum.open.mp/showthread.php?tid=3781

Please help me, what do you think is wrong? Even though I've set the port in the config JSON, when the server starts, it still reverts to the legacy network using port 7777.]]>

Please help me, what do you think is wrong? Even though I've set the port in the config JSON, when the server starts, it still reverts to the legacy network using port 7777.]]> <![CDATA[Can't even view list of servers on sa-mp]]> https://forum.open.mp/showthread.php?tid=3779 Fri, 16 Jan 2026 04:32:25 +0000 thomasgolden]]> https://forum.open.mp/showthread.php?tid=3779 Hey everyone, what’s going on with the SA-MP servers in GTA?

I've been experiencing a problem with SA-MP. When I load the game, everything seems fine, and all the data for San Andreas is there. However, when I try to access multiplayer, I don’t even see a list of servers.

I’ve played at a friend’s place before, and it worked perfectly; I had a blast taking down opponents. But now, I can’t even find a game to join, which is really frustrating.

This morning, I was playing on SA-MP Area 51, but then it mysteriously disappeared, likely due to my dial-up connection.

Any ideas, folks?]]> Hey everyone, what’s going on with the SA-MP servers in GTA?

I've been experiencing a problem with SA-MP. When I load the game, everything seems fine, and all the data for San Andreas is there. However, when I try to access multiplayer, I don’t even see a list of servers.

I’ve played at a friend’s place before, and it worked perfectly; I had a blast taking down opponents. But now, I can’t even find a game to join, which is really frustrating.

This morning, I was playing on SA-MP Area 51, but then it mysteriously disappeared, likely due to my dial-up connection.

Any ideas, folks?]]> <![CDATA[Why your server's economy is a ticking time bomb (and how to fix it)]]> https://forum.open.mp/showthread.php?tid=3765 Sun, 11 Jan 2026 11:39:12 +0000 wartacho]]> https://forum.open.mp/showthread.php?tid=3765 ​I’ve been observing the SA-MP/open.mp scene for a long time, and one thing always strikes me: we are in 2026, but 99% of servers are still managing player finances like it’s 2012.
​If your server still relies on a simple PlayerInfo[playerid][pMoney] += value and a basic SQL UPDATE, I have some bad news: Your economy is fragile, untrustworthy, and probably already compromised.
​The Problem: The "Flat Value" Trap
​Most developers treat money as a static state. If a hacker modifies a memory address or a database row is corrupted during a crash, the "truth" is lost forever. You have no way to prove where that money came from or if it should even be there.
​The Solution: High-Precision Event Sourcing (The Nexus Approach)
​In my latest project, I decided to abandon the "static money" concept and moved to a Quantum Ledger System based on Event Sourcing and Cryptographic Chaining. Here is how a serious financial core should work:
​1. Millisecond Precision (Quantum Alignment)
In a high-traffic server, gettime() is not enough. Multiple transactions can happen in the same second. By using a dual-timestamp (Seconds + Milliseconds), every transaction is uniquely aligned in time. This prevents collisions and ensures the absolute order of events.
​2. The Immutable Hash Chain (Blockchain Logic)
Instead of just saving a log, every transaction in my system is linked to the previous one using a Raw SHA-256 Hash.
Each "block" contains:
​The current transaction data.
​The balance snapshot.
​The hash of the previous transaction.
​If a single byte is changed in the database by an external tool or a rogue admin, the entire chain "breaks" mathematically. The next transaction will fail the integrity check, and the system can immediately flag the fraud. It’s impossible to "spawn" money without breaking the math.
​3. ACID Persistence & Rolling Genesis
To ensure performance, the system uses Atomic Transactions (ACID). Either the entire batch is saved perfectly, or nothing is. To prevent the database from bloating over the years, I implemented a Rolling Genesis (Pruning) system: the server maintains a "Hot Ledger" for the last 3 months and archives the rest into Cold Storage, creating a "Synthetic Genesis Block" to keep the chain's integrity intact.
​Why does this matter?
​If you want to run a professional server with a real, stable economy—especially if it involves complex systems or high stakes—you cannot afford "approximate" finances. You need a system that is self-auditing.
​I’m not sharing the source code because I believe every developer should challenge themselves to build their own security layers, but I wanted to share the concept. It’s time we stop being "scripters" and start being software engineers.
​What about you? How do you guarantee that $1,000,000 in your player's bank account is actually real?]]> ​I’ve been observing the SA-MP/open.mp scene for a long time, and one thing always strikes me: we are in 2026, but 99% of servers are still managing player finances like it’s 2012.
​If your server still relies on a simple PlayerInfo[playerid][pMoney] += value and a basic SQL UPDATE, I have some bad news: Your economy is fragile, untrustworthy, and probably already compromised.
​The Problem: The "Flat Value" Trap
​Most developers treat money as a static state. If a hacker modifies a memory address or a database row is corrupted during a crash, the "truth" is lost forever. You have no way to prove where that money came from or if it should even be there.
​The Solution: High-Precision Event Sourcing (The Nexus Approach)
​In my latest project, I decided to abandon the "static money" concept and moved to a Quantum Ledger System based on Event Sourcing and Cryptographic Chaining. Here is how a serious financial core should work:
​1. Millisecond Precision (Quantum Alignment)
In a high-traffic server, gettime() is not enough. Multiple transactions can happen in the same second. By using a dual-timestamp (Seconds + Milliseconds), every transaction is uniquely aligned in time. This prevents collisions and ensures the absolute order of events.
​2. The Immutable Hash Chain (Blockchain Logic)
Instead of just saving a log, every transaction in my system is linked to the previous one using a Raw SHA-256 Hash.
Each "block" contains:
​The current transaction data.
​The balance snapshot.
​The hash of the previous transaction.
​If a single byte is changed in the database by an external tool or a rogue admin, the entire chain "breaks" mathematically. The next transaction will fail the integrity check, and the system can immediately flag the fraud. It’s impossible to "spawn" money without breaking the math.
​3. ACID Persistence & Rolling Genesis
To ensure performance, the system uses Atomic Transactions (ACID). Either the entire batch is saved perfectly, or nothing is. To prevent the database from bloating over the years, I implemented a Rolling Genesis (Pruning) system: the server maintains a "Hot Ledger" for the last 3 months and archives the rest into Cold Storage, creating a "Synthetic Genesis Block" to keep the chain's integrity intact.
​Why does this matter?
​If you want to run a professional server with a real, stable economy—especially if it involves complex systems or high stakes—you cannot afford "approximate" finances. You need a system that is self-auditing.
​I’m not sharing the source code because I believe every developer should challenge themselves to build their own security layers, but I wanted to share the concept. It’s time we stop being "scripters" and start being software engineers.
​What about you? How do you guarantee that $1,000,000 in your player's bank account is actually real?]]> <![CDATA[Recompiling for x86_64 or likewise?]]> https://forum.open.mp/showthread.php?tid=3722 Wed, 17 Dec 2025 00:57:28 +0000 Polecalex]]> https://forum.open.mp/showthread.php?tid=3722
I'd like to start of by saying that I am extremely new to this forum (first post) and to open.mp as a whole. It's been quite a while now since I was playing / developing on SA:MP and thought I'd give Open.MP a go considering it's popularity and similarity as SA:MP is something I dearly miss. Concidering I am new, I haven't managed to scour the entire forum for any posts similar or asking the same sort of questions, so if there is already a discussion about this topic, please let me know.

Being the fool I am, I book an M2 Apple silicon macbook without really looking into the differences between the intel and apple silicon chips. Long story short, I've got this macbook sitting around not really doing much apart from the odd small project which doesn't see the light of day often. Ideally, I'd like to start using it more for development across a range of different projects but limited to my hardware, this has become quite a challenge.

Now, given that Open.MP is open source, I've been looking into the feasibility of rebuilding the sourcecode to allow development on Mac. I know that this is entirely pointless as I could just develop on a PC / Linux or even use a VM however, I'm just a difficult human being that likes to do things that do not make any sense. While I am not the best at this sort of stuff, I have successfully managed to build this using the x86_64 architecture (which great difficulty). Admittedly, it did require a lot of effort, involving a fair bit of messing around in different environments etc but it's now working.

Although due to time, I haven't managed to get a server running locally yet however, it makes me wonder why this project hasn't been released as an x86_64 architecture already. It seems odd to me only to release the 32 bit version when it's fairly simple (in certain environments) and with 32 bit systems being phased out, sure it is prudent to start this earlier than later? With all of that being said, I am curious why the source code has been compiled this way? Is it limitations with GTA:SA or simply a development design? This is in no way a request, just pure curiousity.]]>
I'd like to start of by saying that I am extremely new to this forum (first post) and to open.mp as a whole. It's been quite a while now since I was playing / developing on SA:MP and thought I'd give Open.MP a go considering it's popularity and similarity as SA:MP is something I dearly miss. Concidering I am new, I haven't managed to scour the entire forum for any posts similar or asking the same sort of questions, so if there is already a discussion about this topic, please let me know.

Being the fool I am, I book an M2 Apple silicon macbook without really looking into the differences between the intel and apple silicon chips. Long story short, I've got this macbook sitting around not really doing much apart from the odd small project which doesn't see the light of day often. Ideally, I'd like to start using it more for development across a range of different projects but limited to my hardware, this has become quite a challenge.

Now, given that Open.MP is open source, I've been looking into the feasibility of rebuilding the sourcecode to allow development on Mac. I know that this is entirely pointless as I could just develop on a PC / Linux or even use a VM however, I'm just a difficult human being that likes to do things that do not make any sense. While I am not the best at this sort of stuff, I have successfully managed to build this using the x86_64 architecture (which great difficulty). Admittedly, it did require a lot of effort, involving a fair bit of messing around in different environments etc but it's now working.

Although due to time, I haven't managed to get a server running locally yet however, it makes me wonder why this project hasn't been released as an x86_64 architecture already. It seems odd to me only to release the 32 bit version when it's fairly simple (in certain environments) and with 32 bit systems being phased out, sure it is prudent to start this earlier than later? With all of that being said, I am curious why the source code has been compiled this way? Is it limitations with GTA:SA or simply a development design? This is in no way a request, just pure curiousity.]]> <![CDATA[Is there a WebSocket plugin or a real WebSocket for OMP?]]> https://forum.open.mp/showthread.php?tid=3721 Tue, 16 Dec 2025 15:37:55 +0000 hiago.sucesso.hs]]> https://forum.open.mp/showthread.php?tid=3721 I would like to ask if there is any WebSocket or real-time WebSocket plugin available for open.mp (OMP).
I’m looking for a solution that allows real-time communication between the server and an external application (for example, a web or Node.js service).
If anyone has experience with this or can recommend an existing plugin or approach, I would really appreciate it.
Thank you in advance.]]> I would like to ask if there is any WebSocket or real-time WebSocket plugin available for open.mp (OMP).
I’m looking for a solution that allows real-time communication between the server and an external application (for example, a web or Node.js service).
If anyone has experience with this or can recommend an existing plugin or approach, I would really appreciate it.
Thank you in advance.]]> <![CDATA[Help me for creating a friendly robbing system]]> https://forum.open.mp/showthread.php?tid=3677 Sun, 23 Nov 2025 07:33:35 +0000 [Rs]VeNoM]]> https://forum.open.mp/showthread.php?tid=3677 I’m currently developing a small, beginner-friendly bank robbery system for my open.mp gamemode and would like technical guidance on designing it properly, especially with MySQL integration and clean server-side logic.
📘 Requirements I Want to Implement
1. Robbery Requirements
Before a robbery can begin, the player must meet these conditions:
  • Must be inside the bank interior (interior ID check + area check)
  • Must possess a weapon
  • Must have a “mask” item (boolean check or inventory table)
  • Must have a valid getaway vehicle outside the bank (vehicle must be owned or rented — not strict)
  • No police nearby (optional future addition)
2. Robbery Flow
Technical flow I want to build:
  1. Player enters robbery checkpoint
  2. Script checks:
    • Player has mask
    • Player has weapon
    • Player is not wanted already
    • Bank is not in cooldown
  3. Robbery starts:
    • Set
      IsRobbing[playerid] = true
    • Create a timer (20–30 seconds)
    • Freeze player or play animation
  4. If timer completes:
    • Give reward
    • Write robbery log into MySQL
    • Add wanted level
    • Set global cooldown
  5. If player:
    • Leaves interior
    • Dies
    • Disconnects
    • Cancels robbery
      → robbery fails, timer stops, and MySQL logs failure.
3. MySQL Integration Needed
I want to store robbery activity in a table such as:

CREATE TABLE robberies (
    id INT AUTO_INCREMENT PRIMARY KEY,
    player_id INT NOT NULL,
    status ENUM('SUCCESS','FAILED') NOT NULL,
    amount INT DEFAULT 0,
    timestamp TIMESTAMP DEFAULT CURRENT_TIMESTAMP
);

Usage:
  • When robbery starts → optional insert “STARTED”
  • When completed → insert “SUCCESS”
  • When failed → insert “FAILED”
I am using BlueG’s MySQL R41-4.
4. Variables & Suggested Structure
I am planning to use:

new bool:IsRobbing[MAX_PLAYERS];
new RobberyTimer[MAX_PLAYERS];
new RobberyCooldown;

I need suggestions:
  • Best way to handle cooldown storage (global variable vs MySQL field)
  • Whether robbery interior should use a dynamic area instead of a simple CP
  • Whether I should use
    SetTimerEx
    or y_timers from YSI
  • Best practice for structuring robbery logic (separate module vs callbacks)
5. What I am Requesting
I am looking for:
✔ Clean structural guidance
✔ A simple example showing the robbery logic
✔ Recommended approach for failure detection
✔ Suggested way to integrate the MySQL logging
✔ Advice on keeping the system beginner-friendly but scalable
This is my first robbery system, so I want to design it correctly from the beginning instead of patching it later.]]> I’m currently developing a small, beginner-friendly bank robbery system for my open.mp gamemode and would like technical guidance on designing it properly, especially with MySQL integration and clean server-side logic.
📘 Requirements I Want to Implement
1. Robbery Requirements
Before a robbery can begin, the player must meet these conditions:
  • Must be inside the bank interior (interior ID check + area check)
  • Must possess a weapon
  • Must have a “mask” item (boolean check or inventory table)
  • Must have a valid getaway vehicle outside the bank (vehicle must be owned or rented — not strict)
  • No police nearby (optional future addition)
2. Robbery Flow
Technical flow I want to build:
  1. Player enters robbery checkpoint
  2. Script checks:
    • Player has mask
    • Player has weapon
    • Player is not wanted already
    • Bank is not in cooldown
  3. Robbery starts:
    • Set
      IsRobbing[playerid] = true
    • Create a timer (20–30 seconds)
    • Freeze player or play animation
  4. If timer completes:
    • Give reward
    • Write robbery log into MySQL
    • Add wanted level
    • Set global cooldown
  5. If player:
    • Leaves interior
    • Dies
    • Disconnects
    • Cancels robbery
      → robbery fails, timer stops, and MySQL logs failure.
3. MySQL Integration Needed
I want to store robbery activity in a table such as:

CREATE TABLE robberies (
    id INT AUTO_INCREMENT PRIMARY KEY,
    player_id INT NOT NULL,
    status ENUM('SUCCESS','FAILED') NOT NULL,
    amount INT DEFAULT 0,
    timestamp TIMESTAMP DEFAULT CURRENT_TIMESTAMP
);

Usage:
  • When robbery starts → optional insert “STARTED”
  • When completed → insert “SUCCESS”
  • When failed → insert “FAILED”
I am using BlueG’s MySQL R41-4.
4. Variables & Suggested Structure
I am planning to use:

new bool:IsRobbing[MAX_PLAYERS];
new RobberyTimer[MAX_PLAYERS];
new RobberyCooldown;

I need suggestions:
  • Best way to handle cooldown storage (global variable vs MySQL field)
  • Whether robbery interior should use a dynamic area instead of a simple CP
  • Whether I should use
    SetTimerEx
    or y_timers from YSI
  • Best practice for structuring robbery logic (separate module vs callbacks)
5. What I am Requesting
I am looking for:
✔ Clean structural guidance
✔ A simple example showing the robbery logic
✔ Recommended approach for failure detection
✔ Suggested way to integrate the MySQL logging
✔ Advice on keeping the system beginner-friendly but scalable
This is my first robbery system, so I want to design it correctly from the beginning instead of patching it later.]]> <![CDATA[GTA SA-MP Scripting: Issue with rendering dynamic objects]]> https://forum.open.mp/showthread.php?tid=3667 Wed, 12 Nov 2025 10:16:04 +0000 williamrhein]]> https://forum.open.mp/showthread.php?tid=3667 I’ve created a map that extends beyond 20,000 in the x coordinates (east of Los Santos). I’ve set my SetPlayerWorldBounds(playerid, 500000.00, -2000.00, 2000.00, -500000.00) and am using the latest version of the Incognito plugin. However, when I reach beyond 20,000 in x coordinates, the objects stop loading, and my car spawner script also fails to function.

What could be causing this issue, and is there a way to resolve it so I can continue mapping beyond this limit?

Here’s my code:

Code:
[https://pastebin.com/09YV34uL][1]<br><br>
All of my Objects are inside game mode in the function OnGameModeInit()]]> I’ve created a map that extends beyond 20,000 in the x coordinates (east of Los Santos). I’ve set my SetPlayerWorldBounds(playerid, 500000.00, -2000.00, 2000.00, -500000.00) and am using the latest version of the Incognito plugin. However, when I reach beyond 20,000 in x coordinates, the objects stop loading, and my car spawner script also fails to function.

What could be causing this issue, and is there a way to resolve it so I can continue mapping beyond this limit?

Here’s my code:

Code:
[https://pastebin.com/09YV34uL][1]<br><br>
All of my Objects are inside game mode in the function OnGameModeInit()]]> <![CDATA[Starting a RP Server]]> https://forum.open.mp/showthread.php?tid=3664 Tue, 11 Nov 2025 01:58:28 +0000 JakeFalcone]]> https://forum.open.mp/showthread.php?tid=3664 <![CDATA[After School Community looking for mapper]]> https://forum.open.mp/showthread.php?tid=3662 Mon, 10 Nov 2025 20:10:15 +0000 cosminupgaming]]> https://forum.open.mp/showthread.php?tid=3662
My development team and I are working in development a roleplay server english based community and we are looking for an experienced mapper. It is a paid position.
The requirements are simple: outstanding portfolio, serious and good communication. This is a serious project therefore we are looking to work only with serious people.

Contact: https://discord.gg/VADTb5HX72
Discord: cosminupgaming]]>
My development team and I are working in development a roleplay server english based community and we are looking for an experienced mapper. It is a paid position.
The requirements are simple: outstanding portfolio, serious and good communication. This is a serious project therefore we are looking to work only with serious people.

Contact: https://discord.gg/VADTb5HX72
Discord: cosminupgaming]]> <![CDATA[SA:MP Custom Character Like GTA V]]> https://forum.open.mp/showthread.php?tid=3590 Wed, 22 Oct 2025 16:15:19 +0000 Dilshad]]> https://forum.open.mp/showthread.php?tid=3590 <![CDATA[Need To Hire Pawno Coder. for my project.]]> https://forum.open.mp/showthread.php?tid=3390 Wed, 27 Aug 2025 03:27:51 +0000 arbicgamers34]]> https://forum.open.mp/showthread.php?tid=3390 <![CDATA[SA-MP Developer]]> https://forum.open.mp/showthread.php?tid=3335 Mon, 11 Aug 2025 16:30:27 +0000 srlohuan]]> https://forum.open.mp/showthread.php?tid=3335 Elevate Your SA-MP Server with Professional Development Services

Looking to create a unique and engaging experience for your players? I offer high-quality scripting services to bring your vision to life.
My expertise includes:
  • Custom game modes from scratch
  • System development (Admin systems, Economy, Factions)
  • Bug fixes and optimization
  • Legacy code updates
Let's build something great together.

Contact me on Discord or DM:
Discord: ferraril]]> Elevate Your SA-MP Server with Professional Development Services

Looking to create a unique and engaging experience for your players? I offer high-quality scripting services to bring your vision to life.
My expertise includes:
  • Custom game modes from scratch
  • System development (Admin systems, Economy, Factions)
  • Bug fixes and optimization
  • Legacy code updates
Let's build something great together.

Contact me on Discord or DM:
Discord: ferraril]]> <![CDATA[How many people are active now a days?]]> https://forum.open.mp/showthread.php?tid=3313 Wed, 06 Aug 2025 14:58:55 +0000 NoxxeR]]> https://forum.open.mp/showthread.php?tid=3313 <![CDATA[[Request] Linko Gaming Roleplay Gamemode]]> https://forum.open.mp/showthread.php?tid=3203 Fri, 20 Jun 2025 19:34:02 +0000 JamesC]]> https://forum.open.mp/showthread.php?tid=3203
Does anyone have or know where I can get Linko Gaming Roleplay Gamemode script?

Thanks]]>
Does anyone have or know where I can get Linko Gaming Roleplay Gamemode script?

Thanks]]> <![CDATA[I would like to know about activity of user "mauzen"]]> https://forum.open.mp/showthread.php?tid=3153 Tue, 15 Apr 2025 07:14:29 +0000 Wriney]]> https://forum.open.mp/showthread.php?tid=3153 Hi all, I would like to know about activity of user "mauzen", first and foremost, I would like to get lost includ "mfex" and other inkluda created by this user, in connection with the loss of connection with the forum, this is not possible, and on the website of nausena include also not available. (translated via Yandex translator).]]> Hi all, I would like to know about activity of user "mauzen", first and foremost, I would like to get lost includ "mfex" and other inkluda created by this user, in connection with the loss of connection with the forum, this is not possible, and on the website of nausena include also not available. (translated via Yandex translator).]]>