CS2 has been plagued by a cheating problem since its launch, with the Premier leaderboards filled with cheaters. The highest ELO matches are often disrupted by hackers, leading to frustration among players. However, with the latest CS2 update, there seems to be a change in the air. Let’s explore if Valve has finally addressed the CS2 anti-cheat issue!
Updates to CS2 Anti-Cheat
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Following months of apparent inactivity, VACnet has sprung to life after the latest CS2 update. Players are now being banned mid-match, indicating that the CS2 anti-cheat system is finally functioning as intended.
In addition, the CS2 anti-cheat is now able to detect and stop irregular gameplay during matches. Though the specifics are unclear, this should target spinbotters, providing relief to players facing unfair competition. While wallhacks remain a challenge to detect, Valve’s efforts show promise in combating cheating.
While Valve may not have completely resolved the CS2 anti-cheat issues, the reintroduction of the Overwatch system from CS:GO could prove to be a valuable tool. The community’s manual review of reports through Overwatch will likely help in identifying and dealing with wallhackers. Valve’s steps towards improving the anti-cheat system are commendable, signaling positive progress in the fight against cheating in CS2.
