The competition between anti-cheat software is intensifying. Battlefield 6 players are experiencing restrictions if they have Valorant installed, causing a significant stir in the gaming community.

As detailed by Tom’s Hardware, the conflict arises from two aggressive anti-cheat programs: Riot Vanguard and Javelin, EA’s proprietary solution essential for Battlefield 6. Both operate at the kernel level, granting them thorough access to monitor for cheating attempts. This interaction can lead to frustrating situations, where you cannot play both games simultaneously.

Key Points:

• The error is misleading; uninstalling Valorant isn’t necessary, but you must close it when playing Battlefield 6.
• Phillip Koskinas, head of Riot’s anti-cheat team, noted that Vanguard and Javelin ‘cooperate’ yet cannot run concurrently.

In a statement, AC Ward, an EA anti-cheat director, reassured players that future updates would fix the messaging errors regarding the conflicting software, urging players to avoid running multiple game clients at once to optimize performance.

This clash of anti-cheat systems underscores the ongoing struggle for security in gaming. As these solutions become mainstream, players are left questioning the balance between fairness and privacy in their gaming experience.

Battlefield 6 and Valorant Anti-Cheat

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