GTA 5 Online Players' Accounts Reset For Exploiting Glitch To Earn Money

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Rockstar recently meted out punishment to players who took advantage of a well-known glitch in GTA Online, and as a result, some players are deeply unhappy. The loophole in question is known as the apartment/garage glitch, and it allows players to amass in-game fortunes after they purchase properties and navigate through a specific set of menu options.

In late August, Rockstar reset a number of accounts that exploited the glitch. Though not a ban, an account reset means that all players affected not only lose all money, but also vehicles purchased and levels achieved. Players with reset accounts will need to start from scratch.

In response to the news, players on Twitter have been sharing their grievances and thoughts. Some argued that Rockstar went too far by resetting accounts entirely instead of just wiping bank accounts. Others commented that players who took advantage of the glitch should've known a punishment was likely.

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