Marvel Rivals Cracks Down on Keyboard and Mouse Adapters with Ban Threats

NetEase pledges to enforce strict penalties for players using input emulation devices to gain an unfair advantage.

NetEase, the developer of Marvel Rivals, has announced that players using keyboard and mouse adapters on consoles or PCs will face penalties, including possible permanent bans.
The adapters enable players to combine the precision of a mouse with controller-based aim assist, creating a significant competitive advantage.
Devices targeted include popular brands like XIM, Cronus Zen, Titan Two, KeyMander, and Brook Sniper, though any similar devices are also subject to enforcement.
Detection methods include a combination of advanced tools and manual review by human moderators, with players also able to report suspected cheaters using the in-game replay tool.
This move follows similar actions by other developers in the gaming industry, reflecting a broader effort to maintain fairness in competitive multiplayer games.