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Clips of this odd bug went viral, and players are revisiting GTA IV to test it out.
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Hidden GTA IV Friend Glitch That Changes Everything? is a quirk that lets friends phase through walls together. Researchers call it a social phase bug, and studies indicate it reshapes how crews play the city.
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Inside the exploit explained. This happens when two friends squeeze through narrow doorways at the same time. Clipping lets you share the same tiny space, and the game lets one model slide instead of colliding.
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Use these spots to unlock new heist approaches with your squad.
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Does this bug still work in current patches?
Most patches do not remove it completely, yet some door saves now block it.
Is it safe to use online?
Stick to offline modes; running modified code can trigger soft bans on Live.
