Counter-Strike 2 has been embroiled in a little bit of controversy online over the last few days for its recent anti-cheat measures. Players have reported being unfairly kicked from matches for allegedly using input automation, a practice that involves using scripts or hardware to perform actions more quickly than normal. This has been implemented to combat features such as the recent Razer keyboard Snap Tap Mode, which is deemed to give an unfair competitive advantage.
The issue came to light after numerous players on a CS2-dedicated Reddit forum shared their experiences of being abruptly removed from games without any clear explanation. Many of those affected claimed to be using legitimate hardware, such as (cheap) AliExpress keyboards, and had not modified their game configuration in any way.
CS2 players kicked for input automation claim they’re innocent
The controversy has sparked heated debates in forums among the CS2 community, with others reporting the same issue. Some players argue that the anti-cheat system is overly sensitive and is punishing innocent users. Others have taken the side of Valve, the game’s developer, claiming that the measures are necessary to maintain a fair and competitive environment in-game.
Valve has yet to issue a public statement on the matter, but the issue has raised concerns about the potential for false positives and the impact on the overall player experience. If the allegations are true, it could damage the reputation of Counter-Strike 2 and erode player trust in the game’s developers, or at least deter playing from jiggle-peeking so fast.
On the bright side, this implementation is certainly a test run; no one is getting VAC banned after all. Valve is likely testing the sensitivity of the detection at the moment, but it seems like not everyone is safe – even with the best keyboard for CS2.
