As the Battlefield 6 open beta begins its early access phase, a troubling trend has swiftly emerged: reports of cheating are already circulating. Despite EA’s extensive anti-cheat measures, including the implementation of the new kernel-level system, Javelin, it seems that barrier has not held strong for long.
Only a few hours into the beta, players have begun spotting cheats in the wild. This might strike you as surprising, considering the measures EA has taken to combat cheating. The new Secure Boot and TPM 2.0 requirements are designed to block unauthorized software from executing on your system. Yet, here we are.
The cheats on display include a soft auto-aim feature and wallhacks that offer players an overwhelming advantage by revealing the positions of opponents. While Battlefield 6 might not share the competitive landscape of Counter-Strike or Valorant, facing off against players using these cheats puts everyone else at a significant disadvantage.
So, how are these sophisticated cheats pulling off the impossible? From my experience and what I understand, these premium programs generally exploit vulnerabilities in the game’s memory checks, evading detection entirely. Interestingly, they seem to operate externally now rather than being directly installed on your device, enabling them to slip past even the strict TPM and Secure Boot safeguards EA has established.
Fortunately, these high-end cheats can be quite expensive and challenging to acquire. While this might lower the overall risk of Battlefield devolving into a cheat-infested arena, circumventing EA’s defenses is incredibly difficult and likely not a widespread issue—at least, that’s what I hope.
It’s also important to note that these cheats could pose a threat to console players due to their external nature. Disabling crossplay may help mitigate some risks, although it’s no guaranteed safeguard against cheating.
I have reached out to both EA and DICE for comments regarding this issue and will keep you updated with any new information that surfaces.
What measures has EA taken to prevent cheating in Battlefield 6?
EA has implemented a new kernel-level anti-cheat system known as Javelin, along with Secure Boot and TPM 2.0 requirements to enhance security and prevent unauthorized software.
Could external cheats affect console players as well?
Yes, these cheats can potentially affect console players since they operate externally, making it a good idea to consider disabling crossplay.
What types of cheats are currently being reported in Battlefield 6?
Players are reporting cheats that include soft auto-aim and wallhacks, which provide significant advantages by revealing enemy positions and improving aiming accuracy.
Is there a likelihood that Battlefield 6 will become overrun by cheaters?
While the presence of cheats is concerning, the high cost and difficulty of obtaining these cheats may prevent them from becoming widespread, especially given EA’s defensive measures.
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