Valve is one of the biggest companies in the gaming world, with hugely successful titles like Counter-Strike, Dota 2, and Team Fortress 2. However, one of the biggest issues these games—especially Counter-Strike—still face is the overwhelming presence of cheaters. Unfortunately, the current detection system, VAC (Valve Anti-Cheat), has proven to be ineffective against the constant evolution of cheating methods.

Nowadays, it’s common to encounter players using aimbots, wallhacks, and other types of cheats even in casual or ranked matches. This completely ruins the experience for honest players. Many eventually give up on the game out of frustration, which harms the community and damages the game’s reputation.

Valve needs to invest more in modern technologies like real-time anti-cheat systems, machine learning, and possibly even partnerships with cybersecurity companies to deal with this issue more effectively. Transparency about anti-cheat actions and faster, more visible punishments would also go a long way in restoring trust.

If Valve wants to keep its player base active and satisfied, fighting cheaters must become a priority. The quality of a game is directly tied to fairness and competitiveness—and that can only be ensured with a more modern and effective anti-cheat system.