Valorant has been affected by a new type of stream sniping called “crypto throwing.” Players are being paid in crypto currency to sabotage the ranked games of famous streamers, which is a disturbing trend.
Content creators for Valorant are coming out against this unethical practise now that accusations have been made and proof has been shared on social media. In this piece, we’ll talk about the rise of crypto throwing, its effects on the streaming community, and Riot Games’ response.
The Rise of Crypto Throwing:
In the world of stream hacking, crypto throwing is a fairly new thing. The idea is simple but scary: players in a Discord server put a “bounty” on a streamer, and other players take the bounty by ruining the ranked game of the targeted streamer.
It’s not clear why people pay for this service, but it’s thought that some may be betting against the success of the streamer, while others may be looking to make a lot of money. No matter why people do it, crypto throwing has become a big problem that hurts the Valorant community.
Streamers Take a Stand:
Valuable streamers who have been hurt by crypto throwers are speaking out about how upset they are and shining light on this scary problem. Famous people like PROD have shared pictures from Discord servers that show that bounties have been put on the heads of popular streamers like ShahZaM, Kyedae, and others.
The facts and personal experiences show how big the problem is and how important it is to take action right away. These streamers are now demanding that Riot Games handle this growing concern and take effective steps to stop crypto throwing.
"Shahz always cries about stream snipers" https://t.co/wzQ878DZXH
— G2 ShahZaM (@ShahZaMk) June 4, 2023
The Ripple Effect on the Community
Crypto throwing is not only bad for streamers, but it also hurts the Valorant group as a whole. The inclusion of throwers hurts the fairness of ranked matches and makes competitive gameplay less fun.
Honest players who work hard to get better and move up the ranks are unfairly placed against cheaters who try to sabotage their advancement.
This toxic environment not only makes the game less fun, but it also makes committed players less likely to play in ranked matches, which hurts the number of players and the health of the game as a whole.
The Ripple Effect on the Community
Despite how serious the situation is, Riot Games hasn’t given a full answer to the problem of crypto throwing yet. Tarik’s private 10 man lobbies were put in place as a workaround, but they are not a long-term answer.
Also, Valorant‘s Premier mode, which is still in beta, is not meant to replace the competitive line in its entirety. As the community waits for Riot Games to issue a definitive response, it is still important for the developers to make sure that everyone has a fair and fun time playing.
Join me in denouncing crypto throwers in Valorant! Let’s demand action from Riot Games to protect fair play and the integrity of the game. Together, we can create a better gaming environment.
