Overwatch 2 bans over 500,000 cheaters

As an ardent follower of Overwatch 2, I can’t help but be impressed by their unyielding commitment to fair play. In the latest update on their Defense Matrix initiative, they’ve managed to ban a staggering half-million accounts that were caught cheating! For those who value honest gameplay, this is definitely good news. Keep up the great work, Overwatch 2!

Overwatch 2 bans over 500,000 accounts for cheating

Not only did they prohibit more than 50,000 accounts due to dishonest behavior, but on August 19th, they also declared a ban on over 40,000 accounts for deliberately joining forces with individuals who were cheating.

1. The post declared that cheating tools such as aimbots and wallhacks spoil the game for everyone involved. To combat this issue, our team is diligently working to banish these hacking methods and the individuals who employ them or benefit from their actions.

How does Overwatch 2 detect cheating?

The post continued, highlighting the use of anti-cheat technologies. For example, at the start of Season 11, the Overwatch 2 team launched preventive measures to detect cheaters on console. The team addressed also the use of unapproved peripherals such as XIM devices in Overwatch 2.

Overwatch 2 reporting and Streamer Protect updates

Hey there, fellow gamers! In the latest update, we’ve got an exciting new addition to the in-game scoreboard starting from Season 12. Now, it’ll be a breeze to manage both text and voice chat with teammates and opponents, making gaming more seamless than ever.

As a long-time Overwatch player with countless hours under my belt, I fully support this new update by Streamer Protect. For years, I’ve witnessed many players taking advantage of the Hide My Name feature for nefarious purposes such as causing disruption in games through secondary accounts. With this change, seasoned players like myself can use the tool honestly and fairly without worrying about abuse from others. Having completed the Unrelenting Hero challenge myself, I believe that only those who truly deserve it should have access to these features. This decision not only ensures a fair playing field but also promotes a more positive gaming environment for everyone involved. Kudos to Streamer Protect for taking a stand against abuse and fostering a community built on skill, sportsmanship, and integrity.