Microsoft Keeps LIVE Fair, Punishes Cheaters

by Mike Bendel March 25, 2008 @ 11:58 am


Using hacked game saves to gain Achievements and boost your Gamerscore? Don’t do it. Major Nelson issued a warning on this matter a few months ago, but now Microsoft is taking disciplinary action against cheaters.

The top offenders identified as violating the Xbox Live TOS today had their Gamerscore reset to a total of zero, and are now clearly labeled as a “dirty cheater” on their Gamercard. Additionally, the offenders will be unable to acquire previously obtained achievements.

Gamerscore Correction [Major Nelson]

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