ARC Raiders’ 3-Strike Cheater Permaban Frustrates Players
Cheating continues to be a significant issue in ARC Raiders, a multiplayer PvP game where high stakes intensify the game’s challenges. Unlike typical shooters, players face severe penalties when eliminated, losing their entire loadout upon death. This has drawn considerable attention from both players and streamers. In response, the game’s developer, Embark, has announced a new anti-cheat policy, but reactions to it have been mixed.
ARC Raiders’ New Anti-Cheat Policy
The newly introduced policy features a three-strike ban system:
- First offense: 30-day ban
- Second offense: 60-day ban
- Third offense: Permanent ban
While some players argue that this policy is too lenient, others believe it provides a necessary framework for addressing cheating. Many within the community feel that a zero-tolerance approach should be enforced, suggesting that even one instance of cheating should result in an immediate ban.
Concerns About False Positives
One of the main concerns regarding this policy is the potential for false positives in cheat-detection systems. It’s plausible for innocent players to be unfairly flagged as cheaters. Opponents of the three-strike system argue that such inaccuracies warrant immediate bans rather than a gradual progression towards one.
Comparison with Other Games
ARC Raiders is not alone in its approach to handling cheating. Various online PvP games implement a range of policies, including:
- Battlefield 6: Claims to have a zero-tolerance policy.
- Marvel Rivals: Infamously issued a 100-year ban to one cheater.
- Many games: State that cheating can lead to permanent bans but lack clear guidelines.
This ambiguity allows some cheaters to create new accounts and potentially evade detection if the bans are not effectively targeted.
The Future of ARC Raiders
As the new banning system is not yet fully operational, its effectiveness in deterring cheaters remains uncertain. Given the persistent nature of those who cheat, it will be a challenge for Embark to maintain a fair gaming environment. The community is watching closely to see how this policy will reshape gameplay and whether it will effectively reduce the prevalence of cheaters in ARC Raiders.
