The error mentions texture conversion, which relies on DirectX libraries. Even if you have DirectX 12 installed, GTA 3 requires specific legacy files from DirectX 9.
Because the game is old, it expects to be run on an older version of Windows. Forcing it to run in a compatibility mode often resolves the texture conflict. gta 3 cannot convert textures your video card hot
The "Cannot convert textures for your video card" error in the original Grand Theft Auto III The error mentions texture conversion, which relies on
I finally figured out why GTA 3 kept crashing with the dreaded error. My GPU was hitting 85-90°C and the fans sounded like a jet engine. The error mentions texture conversion