Harooooo getting banned

 Lets see what AEGIS AI has to say about this.

 

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 post shows a 6-day multiplayer suspension for cheating, likely in an online game, with a reference to the "Code of Conduct" (linked as https://aoe.ms/codeofconduct), highlighting enforcement actions that can include temporary bans or restrictions on multiplayer access.
 
The suspension notice mentions potential issues like "streamsniping" in public Discord servers, a common cheating method in competitive gaming, and advises against using secondary accounts to bypass the ban, which can lead to further penalties.
 
Research from "Policies of Misconduct: A Content Analysis of Codes of Conduct for Online Multiplayer Games" (ACM, 2021) reveals that only 32 out of 60 popular games had accessible codes of conduct, underscoring inconsistent enforcement and community management practices in online gaming.
 
Let’s break this down with a clear analysis of the situation involving Harooooo, the AEGIS AI post, and the broader context from the web results, while addressing the community’s reaction and Harooooo’s response.
 
Overview of the Situation
The AEGIS AI post shows a screenshot of a 6-day multiplayer suspension in what appears to be Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition (AoE2:DE), with the reason listed as "Cheating." The notice references the game’s Code of Conduct (linked as https://aoe.ms/codeofconduct) and mentions potential cheating behaviors like streamsniping in public Discord servers. It also warns against using secondary accounts to bypass bans, noting that doing so could lead to further penalties, such as a 7-day ban on all accounts tied to the same family sharing setup.
Harooooo, the user mentioned in the screenshot (as seen from the nickname in the image), appears to have been banned for violating the Code of Conduct, potentially due to using a secondary account via Steam’s Family Library Sharing feature. The community is "shocked," possibly because some believe the ban was unfair—Harooooo claims he was just "playing chill with his family" on another account. However, his response also reveals a sarcastic tone, where he admits to actions that might have contributed to the ban (e.g., bragging about ratings/nicknames in a public AoE2 Discord) and makes a broader commentary on the game’s enforcement practices and technical issues.

 
Harooooo’s Response: Key Points
Harooooo’s reply provides insight into his perspective and the broader context of the ban:
Secondary Accounts and Family Sharing:
Harooooo confirms that using secondary accounts via Family Library Sharing can lead to a 7-day ban on all accounts, but only if the user publicly brags about it (e.g., screenshotting ratings or nicknames in a public AoE2 Discord). This aligns with the suspension notice’s warning about secondary accounts and the Code of Conduct’s likely prohibition on "smurfing" (using alternate accounts to play at a lower skill level, often to gain an unfair advantage).
 
High-Level Players and Enforcement Inconsistency:
Harooooo sarcastically notes that if you’re a high-level player (2k+ ELO) or a streamer, using secondary accounts for "boredom, content, or entertainment" seems to be overlooked by the game’s moderators. He implies that enforcement is inconsistent—players who keep quiet about their secondary accounts might avoid bans, while those who draw attention to themselves (like Harooooo did) get punished.
 
Game Issues Dismissed:
Harooooo also sarcastically dismisses the game’s technical problems, like "long freezes every 5 minutes," suggesting that the community and developers are more focused on policing player behavior than addressing gameplay issues. This mirrors frustrations in the web results, such as posts on Reddit (web ID: 3) where players complain about frequent freezes despite having capable hardware.
 Was Harooooo Unfairly Banned?
Let’s evaluate whether Harooooo’s ban was unfair, as some in the community seem to believe, or if it was justified based on the Code of Conduct and the context.
Arguments for an Unfair Ban:
Playing with Family: Harooooo claims he was using the secondary account to "play chill with his family." If this is true, and he wasn’t engaging in smurfing, streamsniping, or other prohibited behaviors, the ban might seem overly harsh. Steam’s Family Library Sharing is a legitimate feature, and using it to play casually with family members shouldn’t inherently violate the Code of Conduct.
 
Lack of Transparency: As seen in web ID: 2, some players have reported permanent bans without clear reasons, and the AoE2 community has expressed frustration over opaque moderation practices. If Harooooo wasn’t explicitly smurfing or cheating, the ban might reflect an overzealous or automated enforcement system.
 
Community Shock: The community’s reaction suggests that Harooooo might be a known player, and his ban for what seems like a minor or unclear violation could be perceived as disproportionate.
 Arguments for a Justified Ban:
Bragging in Public: Harooooo admits to screenshotting his ratings or nickname in a public AoE2 Discord, which likely drew attention to his use of a secondary account. Web ID: 0 discusses how Family Library Sharing is often used for smurfing in AoE2:DE—intermediate to pro players create new accounts to avoid losing ELO on their main accounts or to play with friends at a lower rank, which disrupts fair matchmaking. Even if Harooooo wasn’t smurfing, publicly flaunting a secondary account might have flagged him for violating the Code of Conduct.
 
Code of Conduct Violation: The suspension notice explicitly mentions "cheating," and the Code of Conduct (as referenced in web ID: 2) prohibits behaviors like cheating, griefing, and toxicity. If Harooooo’s secondary account usage was interpreted as smurfing—or if he engaged in other questionable behavior (e.g., streamsniping, as mentioned in the notice)—the ban aligns with the game’s rules.
 
Precedent for Enforcement: Web ID: 1 highlights how streamsniping and other unfair practices (like feeding information to streamers) are considered cheating in the AoE2 community, with top players like Viper and Hera condemning such actions. If Harooooo’s actions crossed a similar line, the ban would be consistent with community standards.
 Likely Scenario:
Harooooo’s ban likely stems from his use of a secondary account via Family Library Sharing, which was flagged as smurfing or a related violation after he publicly bragged about it in a Discord server. While he claims he was just playing casually with family, the AoE2 moderation team might have interpreted his actions as unfair play, especially given the community’s sensitivity to smurfing (as seen in web ID: 0). The 6-day suspension (rather than a permanent ban) suggests that this was a first or minor offense, but the warning about secondary accounts indicates that the moderators are cracking down on Family Sharing abuses.
Community Reaction and Broader Context
The community’s shock likely reflects a few factors:
Harooooo’s Reputation: If Harooooo is a well-known player or streamer, his ban might seem surprising, especially if he’s perceived as a casual or fair player. His sarcastic comment about 2k+ players and streamers getting a pass suggests that the community might see double standards in how rules are enforced.
 
Frustration with Moderation: Web ID: 2 and web ID: 0 show ongoing discontent in the AoE2 community about moderation practices, including bans for unclear reasons and the lack of solutions for smurfing via Family Sharing. Harooooo’s case might be seen as another example of inconsistent or heavy-handed enforcement.
 
Technical Issues Ignored: Harooooo’s jab about game freezes (echoed in web ID: 3) resonates with players who feel that the developers prioritize policing behavior over fixing gameplay issues, fueling frustration with the overall state of AoE2:DE.
 Harooooo’s Sarcasm and Implications
Harooooo’s response is laced with sarcasm, particularly when he says that high-level players can get away with using secondary accounts for "content or entertainment" and that players should just "keep their mouth shut" to avoid bans. This suggests:
Perceived Double Standards: Harooooo believes that enforcement is stricter for regular players than for high-profile streamers or pros, a sentiment that aligns with community discussions in web ID: 0 and web ID: 1 about fairness in moderation.
 
Cynicism About the Game: His dismissal of the game’s freezes as "all fine" reflects a broader cynicism about the developers’ priorities, a common theme in the AoE2 community as seen in the web results.
 Additional Context from Research
To add depth, a 2021 study titled Policies of Misconduct: A Content Analysis of Codes of Conduct for Online Multiplayer Games (ACM, 2021) found that only 32 out of 60 popular online multiplayer games had publicly accessible codes of conduct. This highlights a broader issue in gaming: inconsistent enforcement and lack of transparency in community management. In AoE2:DE’s case, while the Code of Conduct is accessible (as linked in the suspension notice), the community’s frustration (seen in web ID: 2 and web ID: 0) suggests that enforcement is often unclear or perceived as unfair, which might explain the shock over Harooooo’s ban.
Conclusion
Harooooo’s ban was likely triggered by his use of a secondary account via Family Library Sharing, which was flagged as a violation (possibly smurfing) after he publicly bragged about it in a Discord server. While he claims he was just playing casually with family, the AoE2 moderation team probably interpreted his actions as against the Code of Conduct, especially given the community’s ongoing issues with smurfing and Family Sharing abuses. The ban doesn’t seem entirely unfair based on the rules, but the community’s shock and Harooooo’s sarcastic response highlight deeper frustrations with inconsistent moderation, double standards for high-level players, and unresolved technical issues in AoE2:DE. If Harooooo believes the ban was unjust, he could appeal through AoE support or seek community support on platforms like the AoE2 Discord or Reddit, as suggested in web ID: 2. However, his public admission of using a secondary account might weaken his case.