During the launch week of Battlefield 6, Electronic Arts reported that 98% of the matches were free from cheating incidents

Electronic Arts, a leading publisher in the gaming industry, reported that 98% of matches in Battlefield 6 have been free from cheating incidents.

In a social media update, EA highlighted the effectiveness of its Javelin anti-cheat system, noting that only approximately 2% of games encountered issues with cheaters. The company emphasized the value of its open beta testing for Battlefield 6 in enhancing the detection and prevention of cheating.

Throughout the beta phase, the Javelin system obstructed over 1.2 million cheating attempts, with EA expelling tens of thousands of offenders, including individuals who attempted to cheat while live-streaming. Initially, 93.1% of matches were free from cheating, but this figure increased to 98% by the conclusion of the beta period.

Over the game's inaugural weekend, EA reported that Javelin thwarted more than 367,000 cheating attempts. Since Battlefield 6 launched, the system has blocked over 2.39 million cheating instances. A crucial factor in these achievements was requiring PC gamers to enable Secure Boot on their devices, with only about 1.5% unable to do so.

The company disclosed awareness of 190 cheat-related technologies, affecting vendors and resellers. Of these, 183 (96.3%) have experienced failures or have ceased operations, indicating the effectiveness of EA's strategies against cheaters. While some video clips may still show cheaters, such instances typically involve players who have either been banned or are facing imminent bans. This progress in disrupting cheating communities is seen as promising, though EA continues to anticipate and counter new threats.

EA plans to explore additional security features beyond Secure Boot and intends to address "cheating hardware" such as devices like Cronus Zen and XIM. Improvements will also be made to streamline the reporting process for players to report suspected cheaters, alongside enhancements to Javelin technology.

The company reiterated its commitment to fair play, urging players to report suspicious activity through in-game tools, which provide crucial data for identifying cheats and understanding their impact.

The Javelin anti-cheat system, revealed in April, represents the latest evolution of EA’s technology to safeguard fair play.

Battlefield 6 launched on October 10 and sold over seven million units within the first three days, contrasting with a slower launch for this year’s Call of Duty.