The story of GTA 4 and its patches, including 1.07, highlights the ongoing relationship between game developers, players, and the sometimes complex world of game cracking. While game piracy is a controversial topic, it's undeniable that groups like Razor1911 and Zition played a role in extending the life of GTA 4, making it accessible and enjoyable for a wider audience.
However, patch 1.0.7.0 also that relied on previous versions (especially 1.0.4.0). It introduced a more aggressive DRM check and made the game dependent on GFWL for saves.