In a remarkable display of determination, a player known as b00lin spent 763 days battling a ban imposed by Activision, ultimately overturning it through a legal battle and restoring their reputation on Steam. b00lin documented this entire journey in a detailed blog post, shedding light on the challenges faced and the eventual triumph.
The ordeal began after b00lin played over 36 hours of the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 beta in December 2023. Initially, they believed the ban might have been due to errors during the testing phase. However, despite reporting the issue, Activision upheld the ban, leaving b00lin with no choice but to take legal action.
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Throughout the legal proceedings, 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, but to no avail. The case escalated to court, where it was revealed that Activision's lawyers had no concrete proof of wrongdoing. It became evident that the company's anti-cheat measures were shrouded in secrecy.
In a significant victory, the court ruled in favor of b00lin in early 2025, ordering Activision to cover their legal fees and lift the ban. This outcome not only restored b00lin's reputation but also highlighted the importance of transparency and fairness in gaming.
