In an inspiring tale of perseverance, a player known as b00lin spent 763 days fighting a legal battle against Activision to overturn an unfair ban and restore their reputation on Steam. b00lin shared the entire journey in a detailed blog post, shedding light on the challenges they faced.
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 was a result of 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 battle, Activision refused to provide any evidence of alleged cheating, citing security concerns. b00lin had only requested "harmless" information, such as the name of the software being flagged. The case eventually went to court, where it was revealed that Activision's lawyers had no actual proof of wrongdoing. It became evident that the company prioritizes anti-cheat secrecy to an extreme degree.
In a significant victory for b00lin, the court ruled in their favor in early 2025, ordering Activision to cover their legal fees and lift the ban. This case serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of standing up for one's rights, even against formidable opponents like Activision.
