"Activision Sued: Player Wins Over Unfair In-Game Ban"

In an inspiring tale of perseverance and justice, a player known as b00lin spent 763 days fighting to overturn a ban issued by Activision and restore their reputation on Steam. b00lin detailed this remarkable journey in a comprehensive blog post, shedding light on the challenges faced and the ultimate triumph achieved.

The saga began when b00lin received a ban after playing over 36 hours of the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 beta in December 2023. Initially, b00lin assumed the ban was due to errors during testing, but Activision upheld the decision despite b00lin's efforts to report the issue. While most players might have given up, b00lin was determined to fight back.

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Activision refused to provide any evidence of alleged cheating, citing security concerns. b00lin only requested "harmless" information such as the name of the software being flagged, yet the company remained steadfast in its refusal. The case escalated to court, where it was revealed that Activision's lawyers had no actual proof of wrongdoing. It became clear that the company prioritizes anti-cheat secrecy to an extreme degree.

Ultimately, the court ruled in favor of b00lin, ordering Activision to cover legal fees and lift the ban. This victory was achieved in early 2025, marking a significant win for b00lin and setting a precedent for other players facing similar issues.