Bungie’s Anti-Cheating Measures
Bungie isn’t taking any prisoners when it comes to cheating on its upcoming extraction shooter, Marathon. In a detailed blog post explaining its anti-cheat measures, Bungie took a very declarative position against those caught trying to gain an unfair advantage.
"We are taking a strong stance against cheating and anyone found to be cheating or developing cheats will be permanently banned from playing Marathon forever, no second chances," the blog post read, adding that there will be an appeals system in place.
Prevention of Cheats
However, Bungie’s anti-cheat standards go beyond punishment. In the blog post, Bungie detailed that Marathon’s dedicated servers have full authority on movement, shooting, actions, and inventory. Since these key actions rely on the server, it will translate to smoother gunplay for players as well as the prevention of cheats related to teleportation, unlimited ammo or damage manipulation.
Bungie is also incorporating a "Fog of War" system that limits the information available to players, making it more difficult for cheaters to gain an unfair advantage. This system, combined with the dedicated servers, will provide a more secure and fair gaming environment for all players.
Consequences of Cheating
As mentioned earlier, Bungie is taking a strong stance against cheating, and the consequences for those caught cheating will be severe. Anyone found to be cheating or developing cheats will be permanently banned from playing Marathon forever, with no second chances.
However, Bungie is also implementing an appeals system, which will allow players who have been falsely accused of cheating to appeal their ban. This system will provide a fair and transparent process for players to clear their names and continue playing the game.
Importance of Fair Play
Fair play is essential in any multiplayer game, and Marathon is no exception. Cheating can ruin the experience for other players, creating an unfair and frustrating environment. Bungie’s anti-cheat measures are designed to prevent this and ensure that all players have a fair and enjoyable experience.
By taking a strong stance against cheating, Bungie is demonstrating its commitment to providing a fair and secure gaming environment for all players. This commitment will help to build trust with the gaming community and ensure that Marathon is a game that players will want to play for years to come.
