In an extraordinary tale of determination and resilience, a player known as b00lin embarked on a 763-day journey to overturn a ban issued by Activision and restore their reputation on Steam. This gripping saga unfolded after b00lin was banned following an intense 36-hour session playing the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 beta in December 2023. Initially, b00lin believed the ban might have been due to errors during the testing phase, but Activision remained steadfast in upholding the ban despite b00lin's efforts to report the issue. While most players might have thrown in the towel at this point, b00lin's resolve to clear their name propelled them into a legal battle.

Image: antiblizzard.win

Activision's refusal to provide any evidence of the alleged cheating, citing security concerns, only fueled b00lin's determination. Despite b00lin's request for what they considered "harmless" information—such as the name of the software being flagged—Activision stood firm. The case escalated to court, where it was shockingly revealed that Activision's legal team had no concrete proof of wrongdoing. This highlighted the extreme secrecy surrounding the company's anti-cheat measures. In a landmark decision, the court ruled in favor of b00lin, ordering Activision not only to lift the ban but also to cover b00lin's legal fees. The ban was finally lifted in early 2025, marking a triumphant end to b00lin's long and arduous battle.