Riot Says Vanguard Anti‑Cheat Won’t Brick PCs
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- Riot Games says its Vanguard anti‑cheat software does not damage or brick PCs, countering rumors that it harms hardware.
- Sportskeeda Tech warned that the anti‑cheat could damage SSDs, but only for players who cheat.
- player.one reported Riot’s clarification that Vanguard will not cause hardware failure for legitimate users.
- Kotaku covered Riot’s denial, noting the anti‑cheat’s impact is limited to cheating detection.
Why it matters: Legitimate Valorant players avoid costly hardware repairs, while cheaters face detection and possible bans; Riot’s clarification protects its reputation and reassures hardware manufacturers, reducing potential legal liability.
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