VALORANT Anti-Cheat Update Shows Decrease in Cheating Reports
According to a recent report by Matt “K3o” Paoletti, a member of the VALORANT anti-cheat team, cheating rates in the popular esport game are at an all-time low. The fall 2021 VALORANT anti-cheat update strengthens the game’s integrity and continues the efforts to keep cheaters from spoiling the experience for players. Paoletti also mentions that the team reviewed professional players during the open qualifiers of the VALORANT Champions Tour to maintain competitive fairness. The introduction of previous meta-game system updates has also contributed to the decline in cheating reports.
The growing popularity of VALORANT has led to the emergence of a global market for cheat makers. However, Riot Games is committed to staying ahead of the curve and has made significant progress in combating cheating. This is evident in the decrease in cheating reports, resulting in a smoother gaming experience for players.
Paoletti encourages players to report any suspicious behavior and provide detailed comments to assist the anti-cheat team in their efforts. Although the decrease in cheating reports is a positive development, the team recognizes the need to remain vigilant and proactive in addressing the issue.
While cheaters may always exist in VALORANT to some extent, the team has dedicated substantial time and resources to minimize cheating and ensure that it does not lead to long-term competitive success. Striking a balance between game safety and staying ahead in the arms race with cheaters is a key focus for Riot Games.
In upcoming updates, the team will continue to prioritize preventing cheaters from disrupting the game, including addressing other forms of game integrity abuse such as boosting low-ranked players. Thanks to advancements in cybersecurity, Riot Games is better equipped to identify and prevent cheaters.
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