Why Players Who Use Bots Should Be Banned
Botting, or using automated programs in video games, is a major issue that undermines fair play and damages the gaming experience. In the case of the Diablo 3 player “Godly,” who has suspiciously achieved an unrealistic progression rate (23 hours of play daily for 34 days), it’s clear that botting or account sharing is likely involved. Such behavior should be met with strict consequences. Here’s why:
- It Ruins Fair Competition
Games thrive on fairness. Botting gives cheaters an unfair advantage, making it impossible for honest players to compete. The exaggerated Paragon level achieved by “Godly” devalues the efforts of legitimate players and renders competition meaningless. - It Demotivates the Community
Cheating discourages honest players, creating frustration and driving people away from the game. As the forum poster pointed out, entire guilds feel demoralized when they can’t compete fairly, leading to a declining player base and a loss of community spirit. - It Damages Developers’ Reputation
When cheating is left unchecked, players lose faith in the developers. This not only hurts the current game but can also tarnish the company’s reputation and future projects, ultimately impacting revenue and player retention.
To preserve the integrity of the game, developers like Blizzard must take firm action against cheaters. Banning bot users reinforces fairness and protects the competitive spirit that makes gaming enjoyable. Without such measures, both the community and the game itself will suffer.