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In the gaming world, AMD is known for cooking up some awesome tech. Recently, they served up their "Anti-Lag/+" feature for CS2, the newest title in Valve's iconic Counter-Strike series. But it's turning heads for the wrong reasons, as it's causing a lot of players with AMD hardware to get VAC (Valve Anti-Cheat) banned when they use it to improve their gameplay.
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AMD's new driver update brought the "Anti-Lag/+" feature to Counter-Strike 2, but it messes with the game's engine dll functions. This article dives into what AMD's Anti-Lag/+ is all about, how it might affect CS2 players, and why there's a chance you could end up with a VAC ban if you're not tactful.
Turn off the AMD Anti-Lag/+ feature in CS2 to not get VAC banned
CS2 doesn't mess around when it comes to cheating. Similar to its predecessor CS:GO, Counter-Strike 2 has the Valve Anti-Cheat (VAC) system. It is a tough nut to crack and slams the door on cheaters trying to mess with the game. This includes folks using cheats, hacks, or any sketchy mods.
So, here's the rundown: AMD's Anti-Lag/+ feature, designed to reduce input lag and make the game better for AMD users, does its thing by tweaking engine dll functions. These tweaks can set off alarm bells for VAC, which might see them as unwanted code changes.
Risking VAC bans
When VAC detects code tinkering in CS2, it doesn't ask questions; it slams players with a VAC ban. This isn't fun at all, as it means you can't play the main game modes, you might lose your in-game inventory, and you'll be locked out of VAC-secured servers. VAC bans are notoriously tough to deal with, and the appeals process is like running through a maze blindfolded.
What's AMD doing?
AMD knows there's some concern in the gaming community about the Anti-Lag/+ feature for CS2. They've confirmed on social media that they're working on an update to make this feature mesh with VAC. That's a relief for AMD users who want to enjoy the benefits of Anti-Lag/+ without worrying about a VAC ban.
AMD and Valve have also promised to help out folks who got banned due to this issue. The catch is that we don't have a timeline for the fix or the ban reversals yet. But it's good to see them taking gamers' concerns seriously. In the meantime, make sure to turn off the Anti-Lag/+ feature if you're playing CS2 on an AMD-powered PC, as it will definitely get you VAC banned.
It won't be long until the issue gets fixed, as both AMD and Valve have acknowledged the issue. Even if you've already received a VAC ban due to this feature, it will be reversed soon enough. AMD is cooking up an update to make everything smooth. Just hang in there, and soon, you'll be gaming with Anti-Lag/+ without worrying about getting banned.
