Where there’s competition, there’s cheating. Unfortunately, this isn’t just a true statement in the traditional sports world as it’s just as prevalent in the world of esports and gaming.

After 10 people were arrested in China over one of the biggest cheating rings to date, the question becomes how much regulation will be imposed on the world of esports. (You can find more info here: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/china-video-cheating-ring-hackers-arrested/)

Lewis invites MAP Esports Founder Jacob Miles, and the Power Players League’s own Austin Rasor to discuss the issues with cheating in esports, why it’s so easy to cheat, and predictions about what’s to come in the world of esports to help address this major issue.

Full Episode Breakdown:

2:17 – The importance of understanding cheating, and why it’s so important to understand it’s not the way to the top.

6:23 – The cheating scandal that’s impacting the world of esports, and why this may change a lot of what happens in the future

9:01 – The shocking realization of how much cheating is going on within the world of esports (and it’s not even illegal right now). 

12:17 – Why the developers of the games are the ones who need to address cheating, and why it’s not as high on their agenda.

15:26 – Why cryptocurrencies are also helping to hide cheaters within the industry.

16:43 – From a casters perspective, are there specific moments and things that have been seen that makes you question if they’re actually cheating.

20:22 – How does this affect the importance of cyber security within the gaming industry.

23:17 – How does cheating actually look within esports, and what are the terms and codes you may look for.

27:10 – Why it won’t be about lessening cheating, but how can the developers evolve into creating safer spaces, and how will it be regulated?