Why are VPNS banned?

0ften

Quick question, why does crossfire ban people from using vpns to reduce game server distance and increase ping? I don’t use it, but players like me have to deal with lag due to game servers being located so damn far.

IGN_Galaxy

Using VPN is prohibited and you know that


If you are having issues due to being out of server, go to your CF version

Painanator

I think it has to do with "that you have to play in your own region" policy. They probably have deals with other CF departments, so there is no player stealing. It might also have something to do with anti-cheat.

SirPanoCFES

0ften wrote: »

Quick question, why does crossfire ban people from using vpns to reduce game server distance and increase ping? I don’t use it, but players like me have to deal with lag due to game servers being located so damn far.

Using a VPN is illegal because you can hide your real IP. That means you can bypass certain things.

You can use programs like Exilag or WTFast because they aren't VPN but GPN (Gamers Private Network).

It is even prohibited for surveys because the information can be falsified.

If you decide to use a VPN software, you will do so at your own discretion while being aware of the potential risks associated.

0ften

So does this mean Exitlag and WTFast are programs you can use in crossfire? Or is it also bannable like VPNs?

SirPanoCFES

0ften wrote: »

So does this mean Exitlag and WTFast are programs you can use in crossfire? Or is it also bannable like VPNs?

These programs do not hide our IP. Therefore they may be legal. In theory, they can't bypass something like a vpn would.

​​​​​WTFast =It's a GPN, not a VPN. WTFast does not encrypt or modify traffic.

Anything that masks your IP is against the rules on CrossFire.

By Kanadian:

Id be careful of anything that changes your path to the server, Nattie, but from a quick search this 'ExitLag' doesnt appear to have anything illegal about it, and it doesn't hide your IP or use a VPN, so it should be fine. Use at your own risk though, as always