MW3’s Cheating Epidemic Worsens: Players Brainstorm Ways to Combat the Cheater Plague
The cheating issue in MW3 has reached a critical point, with players struggling to distinguish between legitimate skill and cheating. Activision’s anti-cheat system, Ricochet, implemented in 2021, seems to be ineffective in curbing the rampant cheating in both MW3 and Warzone.
Despite the announcement of over 23,000 banned accounts, the cheating problem persists, prompting MW3 players to take matters into their own hands. An online brainstorming session among players resulted in various suggestions to counter the cheater issues in the game.
One proposed solution involves implementing a level requirement for accessing ranked gameplay, similar to systems in other games like Valorant and Rainbow Six Siege. This would prevent new accounts from engaging in cheating activities after being banned.
While some players expressed optimism about the anti-cheat system’s potential to adapt and improve, others criticized the removal of the option to toggle cross-play. The discussion also delved into claims of a “skill issue,” reflecting the declining trust among players due to the prevalence of cheaters.
Although the banning of over 23,000 accounts may seem like a significant effort, the recent free access weekend in December has highlighted the scale of the cheating problem. As the situation continues to evolve, players are eagerly awaiting further developments, including potential expansions of in-game bans to address the escalating cheater issues in MW3 and Warzone.