The Mouse vs. Gamepad Debate
In the exciting world of Marvel Rivals, a battle is brewing not just on the screen but also in the realm of player inputs. Today, Netease made a dramatic announcement on their Steam page, declaring that the use of keyboard or mouse adapters on consoles constitutes cheating. This statement is their way of saying, “We don’t want console players fishing in the same Jeff-infested pool as those on PC.” Talk about a plot twist!
Why Netease is Taking a Stand
Netease believes that gaining an unjust advantage through these gadgets severely rocks the gaming experience boat. The intention here is crystal clear: to vanquish this nefarious behavior and maintain the integrity of the game. They even threaten penalties—including temporary or permanent account suspensions—for those daring enough to use keyboard and mouse adapters. That’s one strong warning!
The Great Aim Assist Accessibility
Let’s not forget that players using gamepads enjoy the luxury of aim assist, a feature crafted into Marvel Rivals with six adjustable settings. The irony? Those sneaky console players who hop on the keyboard bandwagon might enjoy the best of both worlds: the precision of a mouse coupled with aim assist. In the eyes of Netease, this mouse is simply masquerading as a controller, and that’s where the lines between fair play and foul are drawn.
So, the next time you log in to battle it out in Marvel Rivals, remember that the mouse might not be as mighty as it seems—especially when it comes to keeping your account safe!