Riot Vanguard: Kernel-level anti-cheat required on all competitive systems; Tournament PCs are hardened with restricted software installations; Peripheral device verification at all LAN events
Why people argue about this
People often assume that the safety and integrity rules in Valorant are only about anti-cheat measures and soundproof booths for mental health support at events. They overlook the broader enforcement through real-time monitoring by Riot Games, which includes swift bans for cheating and other violations that can severely impact gameplay fairness.