Razer Partners with World Network to Launch Human-Only Gaming Verification System

The new 'Razer ID verified by World ID' system aims to combat gaming's AI bot problem through blockchain-based identity verification, but faces privacy and regulatory hurdles.

Razer and Sam Altman's World Network have introduced 'Razer ID verified by World ID,' a blockchain-based system to verify human players and exclude AI bots in online gaming.
The system uses iris scans or government ID to confirm users' humanity and will debut in the blockchain-based game 'Tokyo Beast.'
A survey found that 59% of gamers encounter bots in games, and 71% believe bots diminish gaming enjoyment, highlighting the need for human-only gameplay modes.
World ID technology has faced regulatory challenges, including bans in Spain, Germany, Portugal, and Kenya, over privacy concerns related to biometric data use.
Razer and World Network emphasize that the system prioritizes privacy by verifying users without collecting personal data like names or emails.