Cheating, a long-standing issue in online gaming, has been dealt a significant blow in Call of Duty’s Modern Warfare 2 and Warzone 2. Approximately 14,000 cheaters were banned from both games within a single day, marking a significant victory for the gaming community.
In 2021, Activision Blizzard introduced the RICOCHET anti-cheat system to combat the problem of cheating. Despite the ongoing efforts of cheat makers to exploit the game, the system has had some success. The recent ban wave has temporarily put another 14,000 cheaters out of action.
This recent wave of bans is speculated to be linked to a court case in which Activision was awarded $3 million in damages from cheat maker EngineOwning. It’s believed that the banned accounts are directly associated with EngineOwning and InterWebz, as users linked to these platforms can no longer log in.
With the upcoming release of Season 5 of Modern Warfare 2 and the impending launch of Modern Warfare 3, it appears that Activision is ready to intensify its crackdown on cheaters. While this won’t be the last ban wave, it’s a significant step towards a fairer and more enjoyable gaming experience.
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