Destiny 2 developer, Bungie wins legal battle against Destiny 2 cheat companies. Learn more about the legal process that happened, how much was awarded to Bungie, and what other actions is Bungie doing to ensure fair play in Destiny 2.
Bungie Wins Lawsuit Against Destiny 2 Cheat Makers
Awarded $6.7 Million For Damages
LaviCheats, one of the most well-known cheat producers for Destiny 2, was the target of Bungie's latest legal triumph in the company's ongoing war against cheaters and cheat developers. Just a few days prior, VeteranCheats, a different cheat vendor, lost a case brought by Bungie and was required to pay millions of dollars in penalties.
For Bungie, providing a fair environment for their players has always been a top priority. The successful outcome of the lawsuit against LaviCheats will surely be welcomed by regular Destiny 2 players, who have long been frustrated by the prevalence of cheaters in the game.
The lawsuit was initiated in August 2021, and after several months of legal proceedings, Bungie was awarded a total of $6.7 million in damages and attorney fees. The fact that LaviCheats owner Kunal Bansal chose not to participate in the arbitration process also worked against the company, leading to a default judgment against them on most claims. As a result, LaviCheats has been legally forced to shut down its activities.
Bungie Committed To Fair Gaming Environment
Although some cheat developers have attempted to take court decisions against them to an appeal in the past, they have not been successful to date. It is a credit to Bungie's dedication to ensuring a level playing field for all players that they have successfully reduced the number of cheat creators in the gaming industry.
Bungie has been highly watchful of ways to hack into the game and has even banned players from using third-party peripherals in Destiny 2. Bungie believes that this strategy is vital to lessen the number of cheaters in video games, even though it may have an adverse effect on some innocent users who have valid reasons for utilizing specialized controllers.
Ultimately, the developer's efforts to combat cheating aim to ensure a fair and enjoyable experience for all players.
