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ELI5: Why is cheating in online games seemingly so prevelant? (sh.itjust.works)
submitted 2 months ago by Mandy@sh.itjust.works to c/explainlikeimfive@lemmy.world
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What do these people think they gain?

Whats the point?

Do they really just want to ruin stuff for everyone?

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[–] Exusia@lemmy.world 23 points 2 months ago (1 children)

In a single player game no one should give a shit. Give yourself a million dollars. Mod in a gun that does 50,000 damage. A car that does 350mph.

It's pvp where people notice/care you're cheating

[–] Lemminary@lemmy.world 2 points 2 months ago (1 children)

Yeah, I'm reminiscing because I was reminded of that particularly fun period in my life. Nothing to do with the main topic.

[–] Zoot@reddthat.com 2 points 2 months ago (1 children)

Have you tried gtao with mods/cheats? Its the only game that I happily "cheat in" because when I play, I just want to have fun with the new things. Also keeps you safe from other modders, and I've made quite a few friends just being able to enjoy the game and not grind.

[–] Lemminary@lemmy.world 1 points 2 months ago

I haven't played GTAO, but maybe I'll check it out. Thanks for the tip.