LoL & Valorant streamers might get banned by Riot… for their sponsors

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As a long-time fan and dedicated streamer of Riot Games titles, I find myself grappling with the recent updates to their global terms of service. Like most players, I confess that I rarely read the fine print, but this time it feels like more than just another quick time event.

As a dedicated gamer, I’ve recently learned that Riot Games has made some significant updates to their global Terms of Service. These alterations could potentially impact streamers who broadcast their favorite games like League of Legends or Valorant, and in extreme cases, lead to a ban. It’s essential for us as a community to stay informed about these changes and ensure we comply with the updated rules to continue enjoying our favorite titles.

Riot Games changing their global terms of service

Have you honestly admitted that you’ve ever taken the time to read the terms of service for any multiplayer game? Often, it seems like a tedious task of scrolling through endless text until an “agree” button appears at the end, which we click to proceed. However, there are instances where understanding these terms can be beneficial or even crucial, such as when streamers play games developed by Riot Games.

It appears that Riot Games’ recent efforts against cheaters in Vanguard, who attempt to leverage loopholes, are aligned with updates they’ve made to their global terms of service.

Among various Riot Games titles such as Teamfight Tactics, League of Legends, Valorant, and others, the main emphasis of these updates revolves around managing content created by individuals who promote questionable or inappropriate content.

Content creators are targeted by Riot Games

As a gamer, I’ve noticed some changes in the rules that have stirred quite a bit of conversation, particularly when it comes to stream sniping and Riot’s stance on it. Now, it’s explicitly clear that stream sniping is not tolerated. Additionally, actions outside the game that somehow relate to Riot’s intellectual property can also lead to consequences. However, the most heated debates seem to revolve around how Riot handles boosting.

Essentially, “Boosting” refers to allowing another user to elevate your account’s rank or level. This practice has consistently breached Riot’s terms of service. However, the rules have become more stringent and comprehensive, as indicated in the text.

Content that promotes breaking our terms of service, specifically sponsorships for and content around boosting services, is now subject to penalty. This can happen formally through sponsored posts on social media accounts, videos, streams, or just in casual conversation that occurs during the course of content.

As an avid gaming enthusiast, I want to share some insights about Riot’s policies. If a streamer or content creator assists or endorses services that artificially boost your game performance or helps you acquire accounts, be aware that Riot Games has the authority to ban these accounts from their games.

This implies that if your content aligns with the “League of Legends” (LoL) or any intellectual properties they own, you need to exercise extra caution while deciding on what to endorse or even debate during live streaming.

Are your thoughts about enhancing gameplay with external tools like boosting services clear? In your view, does Riot Games act justly when they penalize players who resort to such practices?

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2024-11-28 13:09