Tom Clancy's The Division Beta Has Already Been Hacked

It appears that the beta build for The Division has already been hacked. This information surfaced yesterday and we got more details about it via Reddit. Basically, the game's PC beta does not have any anti-cheat system at all, and almost everything can be hacked on a client's side.

[djplonker]

That sucks... Just gotta hope ubi Ban people after launch and reset their characters for this type of behaviour.

Repeat offenders should be banned from uplay/steam

[ABizzel1]

I said this before the beta even launched that it was going to be hacked to death. The PC version of Borderlands was hacked like no other to the point it moved over to the console versions, and the Division is going to be the same, because this is really a first for Ubisoft, and I don't see them being able to monitor this kind of activity online consistently, when they're also trying to make DLC content, and add new items and stuff monthly.

[Codewow]

This isn't a hack at all. It's simple file manipulation. Why the hell Massive never added verification to the game is beyond me. What's actually happening is actually WAY easier to do than making a program to do it for you. The servers aren't verifying any data coming from the client thus allowing anyone to change a few numbers and boom, infinite ammo.

[Parasyte]

The thing with the first Borderlands game is that Gearbox actually encouraged the weapon hacking to see what people could come up with.

I guarantee you it is where some of the weapon designs in Borderlands 2 came from.

[UnHoly_One]

Gearbox did not encourage the hacking. They even implemented patches to try to curtail some of it.

At least on the console side. I'm not sure about on PC, but I'm reasonably sure they got the same patches.

[XisThatKid]

Yup glad I'm on The PS4 end of the stick on this one I don't want my experience bashed by forces beyond the authority especially.

[ChrisW]

One of the purposes for Beta is to resolve hacking problems, which is another reason why it doesn't have any anti-cheat systems in it.

[Corpser]

They turned off server checks for this beta, this is a non issue once the game is released

[FullmetalRoyale]

Well I suppose, for fans, that it is very fortunate that they had a beta. If for no other reason that they are now aware of this prior to launch. I'm pretty lukewarm on this game(neither open nor closed minded), but I really really hate cheaters.

[ABizzel1]

I'm in the same boat about the game. I think it's a great concept, but I don't think the execution is there. The Division 2 might be that game, but I don't think the Division 1 is it, but for those who like MMORPG's, and open-world co-op I'm sure it'll be a good game to them, but my expectations for games has jumped after playing the best of last gen.

[Masterchief_thegoat]

This game is living up the hype hopefully it gets good review.cause Ubisoft does not want watchdog 2.0

[seanpitt23]

The console version isn't that far from the PC version due to the 30fps. This has allowed the graphics settings to be equivelent to high setting on PC. Now if the consoles went for 60fps then you would see a big difference in the graphics comparing the two.

[Bully718son]

Game gonna need more to keep for a few months

[CP_Company]

a lot of russians going to play this,so,a lot of hack is going to be :/

[FlameBaitGod]

"In order to back up his claims, the user has provided a video showing speedhacking"

Uhhhh am I not understanding something or does no one else see that the video isn't running at normal speed sometimes ? You can look at the extraction time..... its not going at normal speed.... its actually being fast forwarded....

I see no speedhacking, just an edited video. As for the inf. ammo I've had that and I have also turned invisible, just bugs to fix.

[Codewow]

Either way, every cheat enabled right now is due to no file verification happening on the server side. You can simply change the numbers set with a program like cheat engine and you have instant ammo, super fast weapon fire speed, perfect accuracy, etc.

[OoglyBoogly]

Yeah, it's pretty easy to cheat in the game as it is. In my time with the game I tried to cheat past the red beta wall that stops you from exploring the rest of the map. While doing so I found it wayyy too easy to get things like unlimited ammo, no reload, unlimited health, etc. Granted, I never used this in the Dark Zone (wanted this keep this stuff offline/away from PvP) but it was pretty simple to do using Cheat Engine.

So yeah, here's to hoping they fix this stuff...I want to say some people were cheating today as I kept dying when around Rogue agents despite never hearing gun fire or saw anyone shooting at me. Was very weird, even my cousin that was playing with me had the same thing happen to him.

[Psychotica]

Yet another reason it would have been better as a single player only game..

[ProgressiveLiberal]

How has Ubi handled hackers on Rainbow Six? I'd imagine that they have a strong anticheat in a multiplayer oriented game in the final version.

[ServerBOT]

Never understood cheaters and even the willingness to pay for the "hacks".

Even on consoles with bo3 prestige glitch.
I am seeing whole communities groups dedicated to it and people begging for and even selling accounts.

[akurtz]

people love to cheat!! theyre the same peeps who used cheat codes in earlier games to feel OP!

[DLConspiracy]

It's essentially a mindset of an inability to lose mixed with seeing people's reactions for attention. Insecurity runs rampant amongst these little script kiddies. They desperately need attention but will say they are doing it for the "lulz" and to help the games online infrastructure. It's a lie and an excuse to feel powerful since they aren't. They've never worked hard at anything and probably are spoiled by their parents.

[kbozz71]

They think they're good even though they're cheating. Instant gratification despite being in denial that they have to cheat to "win". Welcome to the "me! me! me!" generation of gamers lol.

[JuZtCallMePapi]

Not having cheat protection is common for Alphas and Betas. They want the game exploited as much and soon as possible BEFORE the game goes live so they can fix all (most) of the vulnerabilities. Granted, nothing is perfect when it comes to the PC side, but that's neither here or there. Point is I'm not surprised that this Beta was unprotected. Sure, it may have ruined it for some of the players but it was for the better good.

[UltraNova]

Dear friend, you put a lot of trust in Ubisoft, you might want to dial that back down or you're gonna wish you did.

[JuZtCallMePapi]

Thank you for your concern, however, I can assure you my trust is something I hold dear. When it comes to PC Gaming, I take multiplayer in any game with a grain of salt because of the fact of PC hacks are out there. Some public, some not so. Regardless, I never claimed that Ubi (or any other publisher)has solved the riddle of a bug/hack free gaming experience. All I was trying to convey is that 1)I'm not surprised of the lack of protection in the Beta and 2)It was more than likely done on purpose to see how/if they can better protect from/fix the most critical of bugs/exploits BEFORE the official launch. Such is the goal of all Betas and Alphas of any game. How they go forward after the Beta is another thing entirely.

As they say, "expect the worst and hope for the best."

Cheers.

[Moe-Gunz]

I have an extra beta code for PS4 if anyone is interested: NG94-LMNL-A939

[Whirlwind_Fanfare_08]

Thanks for putting that code up. It worked!

[jmac53]

Here's an extra one for PS4 too!
HLQE-K3NM-9HC2

[Arty84]

would love to see the reaction if this ends up like Dayz/arma where hackers do whatever they want

[aquaticDonut]

Yeah, was playing with an invisble guy earlier. I'd just be waiting for an extraction and see 2 rogues on the other rooftop get off'd when they're the only ones there.

[xPaYDaYx]

I played the beta for 30 minutes and got bored lol, definitely won't be buying this game.

[akurtz]

playing with a squad is the games full potential unfortunately. but when you do, its pretty fun!!

[quenomamen]

DarkZone better be less crowded in final game cuz you couldn't do extract jack squat in the beta without 6 SOBs trying to jack your stuff.

[Kreisen]

Welcome to the world of mmos lol.

[akurtz]

the beta was dead sunday night!! with the full game probably having bigger dark zones, keep the player count or add more!

[DafunkyRebel]

the trick is to activate two extraction zones and make them go to one and camp out there while you sneak off to the other and get your loot off the ground

[MCTJim]

UBISoft should put "Cheater, Get Em." above their heads in the dark zone for a week. They would never make it out alive with their loot.

[akurtz]

LMAO!! YEEEESSSSS!!

[AgentSmithPS4]

I'd have the game give them great loot that they can't use until they "unlock something," make them feel really good, then later delete it and leave a message "Haha cheaters never win."

[Sirch]

Meh, this is typical for any PC title, isn't it? There will always be people trying to circumvent the system, and when they have full file access and on a system where you can literally control everything down to the network packet layer from the originating service, it's going to be easier to do so.

That is the primary reason I've been playing so many console titles instead of PC - I like to play online, and it evens the playing field. Sure, some people use lag switches to get the upper hand, but those are few and far between. A consoles closed ecosystem has it's benefits.

[Vegamyster]

"Meh, this is typical for any PC title, isn't it?"

Exploits here and there? Yes. Enough to ruin your experience? Doubtful.

Issue here isn't even hacks, its something that can be easily fixed before the game launches.

[AgentSmithPS4]

Disclaimer, I want the game to be great but I won't be buying it right away. The views expressed are those of a tortured soul and may not represent those of the average gamer.

If they weren't wise enough to have good anti-cheats in place in the beta, to prevent bad press and consumer rage etc, should they be trusted to add a strong A-C system and support/upgrade it in the future? Is this more of the "lets just rush it out, they'll buy anything anyway, and we can always fix it later" attitude that some companies seem to have these days? If they do release an unfinished product and the masses buy it they'll be rolling in cash, wiping tears of joy with $100 bills, and you'll be left butthurt, a wallet filled with regret and only greasy human hands to wipe your tears of sorrow ;).

[Maxor]

Its a beta where the stats are stored locally. So of course there's going to be hacks duh. This is why there were so many hacks for Dark Souls.

But I'm sure Ubi is going to change this for the live version or else the game will be ruined and no one will buy the DLCs which is Ubisoft worst nightmare.

[FN4GM]

Elitists ruining everything.

[PiperMCFierceson]

Man the game has potential, I totally see the "diamond they are sitting on" so to say. They need some heavy refining to do. The servers were atrocious. They need to scale back on people's health. You only have three magazines. And countless number of times I found myself emptying all of them, to no avail because my "prey" would just roll away fleeing reviving himself. The weapons do not execute accurate damage. I would hit someone twice in the face with a shotgun. And nothing happen but him rolling then we exchange gunfire. The grenades don't do enough damage either. The "invisible" players in the lobbies were running rampant racking up kills and chasing in on there rogue status. By hopping over the boundary line and tea pawning safely in the saferoom. Idk if I have enough confidence in Ubisoft to have this sorted out by launch. With that being said, when the game is running without any hiccups. It is a blast. I just feel they should make it more friendly towards the stragglers with no team to survive in whatever they chose to do. Whether it's to be friendly or be a lone wolf rogue agent.