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How can you create a multiplayer game that resists cheating and hacking?

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Cheating and hacking are common problems in multiplayer games, especially online ones. They can ruin the fun and fairness of the game for other players, and damage the reputation and revenue of the developers. How can you create a multiplayer game that resists cheating and hacking? Here are some tips and techniques that can help you design and implement a secure and enjoyable multiplayer game.

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Villamor Manzano

Cybersecurity Consultant, Head, Presales Vitro Inc. Network & Security, AI Law and Ethics, Licensed Criminologist…
Aleh Strakachuk

UFL, Backend Technical Director

1 Choose the right network model

The network model of your game determines how the game data is exchanged and processed between the players and the server. There are two main types of network models: peer-to-peer and client-server. In peer-to-peer, each player communicates directly with other players, without a central server. This model is simpler and cheaper, but more vulnerable to cheating and hacking, as players can manipulate the game data or use tools to gain unfair advantages. In client-server, each player communicates with a central server, which validates and synchronizes the game data. This model is more complex and expensive, but more secure and reliable, as the server can enforce the game rules and detect any cheating or hacking attempts.

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Villamor Manzano

Cybersecurity Consultant, Head, Presales Vitro Inc. Network & Security, AI Law and Ethics, Licensed Criminologist Protective Security Management, UN Safety and Security Certified
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Server-Side Validation: Conduct critical game logic and validation on the server rather than the client. This helps prevent clients from manipulating game data. Implement input verification and limits on server-side to ensure that player actions are valid. Anti-Cheat Software: Utilize third-party anti-cheat solutions or develop your own. Anti-cheat software can help detect and prevent common cheats and hacks. Regularly update and maintain the anti-cheat system to adapt to new cheating methods. Encryption and Secure Communication: Encrypt communication between the client and server to prevent data manipulation and eavesdropping. Use secure protocols (e.g., HTTPS) to transmit sensitive information.

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2 Use encryption and authentication

Encryption and authentication are essential for protecting the game data from unauthorized access and modification. Encryption is the process of transforming the game data into a secret code that only the intended recipients can decode. Authentication is the process of verifying the identity and legitimacy of the players and the server. You can use encryption and authentication to prevent eavesdropping, tampering, spoofing, and replaying of the game data. For example, you can use SSL/TLS protocols to encrypt and authenticate the network connections, or use cryptographic keys and signatures to encrypt and authenticate the game messages.

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3 Implement anti-cheat and anti-hack measures

Anti-cheat and anti-hack measures are the methods and tools used to prevent, detect, and respond to cheating and hacking in your game. These measures can include code obfuscation, which is the technique of making the game code more difficult to read and understand. Memory protection is another technique which prevents unauthorized access or modification of the game memory. Data validation checks the validity and consistency of the game data, while data hiding hides or minimizes the game data that is sent or received by the players. Finally, a ban system can be used to punish or exclude players who are caught cheating or hacking. All of these measures can help deter hackers and cheaters from exploiting the game.

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4 Test and update your game

Testing and updating your game are important for ensuring the quality and security of your game. Testing is the process of finding and fixing any bugs, errors, or vulnerabilities in your game code or data. Updating is the process of adding or changing any features, content, or patches in your game. You can test and update your game regularly, by using tools, methods, and feedback from yourself, your team, or your players. You can also use automated or manual testing, or hire testers or hackers to test your game. Testing and updating your game can help you improve the performance, functionality, and security of your game, and prevent or fix any cheating or hacking issues.

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5 Educate and engage your players

Creating a multiplayer game that resists cheating and hacking can be a challenge, but it is possible. Educating and engaging your players can help with this process. Educating them involves informing and instructing them about the game rules, policies, and consequences of cheating and hacking. Engaging your players is the process of motivating and rewarding them for playing fairly and honestly, as well as reporting or avoiding cheaters and hackers. You can do this by providing clear documentation about the game features, mechanics, and guidelines; interacting with players through forums, chat, or email; acknowledging their achievements, skills, and behaviors; and applying and monitoring the game rules, policies, and consequences. Following these tips and techniques can help you design and implement a secure and enjoyable multiplayer game that can attract and retain your players, while also enhancing your reputation and revenue.

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Finlèy Cameron

Games Coordinator at Screen Queensland | Lecturer of Video Games & Production | Experienced Producer
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Creating an engaging and community focused approach through the design of multiplayer games will help to maintain the community's opposition of cheating and hacking. Involving the players in key decision making through polls and engagement will help to create a positive comunity for players

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6 Here’s what else to consider

This is a space to share examples, stories, or insights that don’t fit into any of the previous sections. What else would you like to add?

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Aleh Strakachuk

UFL, Backend Technical Director
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Any solution for protecting your game from hacking and cheating is temporal because any protection can be hacked. The only question is how quickly it will be hacked. So, it's like infinity racing where you try to be first all the time.

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Reinhardt Weyers

Software Engineer | Unity Developer | Co-Founder of Eidolon | Founder at Untitled Platformer
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In short; Just use server side validation. Client-side is too risky and allows players to change memory values at run-time.

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1 Choose the right network model

2 Use encryption and authentication

3 Implement anti-cheat and anti-hack measures

4 Test and update your game

5 Educate and engage your players

6 Here’s what else to consider

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4 Test and update your game

5 Educate and engage your players

6 Here’s what else to consider

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