Update 1.06 was a significant milestone in the lifecycle of GTA IV. While Rockstar Games released many patches, 1.06 was primarily focused on technical optimization and preparation for the integration of downloadable content.
Some players prefer older patches to avoid certain engine changes or because they perceive better performance in single-player modes. Preservation: Update 1.06 existed before the major 2014 GameSpy shutdown gta iv 1 06 bles00229 pkg top
Fixed a transparency bug that made tree leaves appear see-through. Update 1