In a remarkable tale of perseverance, a player known as b00lin spent 763 days fighting to overturn a ban issued by Activision and restore their reputation on Steam. Their journey, which included a legal battle, was meticulously documented in a blog post that serves as a testament to their dedication.
The ban came after b00lin played over 36 hours of the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 beta in December 2023. Initially, they believed the ban was a result of errors during the testing phase. Despite reporting the issue, Activision upheld the ban, a decision that would have deterred most players. However, b00lin was determined to clear their name.
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Activision's refusal to provide any evidence of alleged cheating, citing security concerns, further fueled b00lin's resolve. They only requested "harmless" information, such as the name of the software being flagged, but to no avail.
The case eventually reached the courts, where it was revealed that Activision’s legal team had no concrete proof of wrongdoing. This highlighted the company's stringent approach to anti-cheat secrecy. Ultimately, the court ruled in favor of b00lin, ordering Activision to cover their legal fees and lift the ban. This victory was finally achieved in early 2025, marking a significant triumph for b00lin and setting a precedent for players facing similar issues.
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