The latest episode of GDC Side Quest features Lucia Suarez in a discussion about the basics of anti-cheat operations and the challenges facing game developers as hackers, scammers and other malicious actors use generative AI tools to develop increasingly capable cheats and hacks.
Suarez, formerly a member of Blizzard Entertainment’s risk operations management team, joins host Beth Elderkin for an introductory look at modern anti-cheat efforts. The conversation also draws on Suarez’s experience combating cheat developers who targeted World of Warcraft players.
The episode focuses on how security experts approach the mindset of cheaters and work to protect the integrity of developers’ games. Listeners can hear the full discussion for more details about Suarez’s experience and the principles behind anti-cheat operations.
The Game Developer Podcast is released every two weeks and covers the successes, failures and lessons of game development. It is hosted by Bryant Francis, edited by Pierre Landriau and features music by Mike Meehan. GDC Side Quest is hosted by GDC Festival of Gaming marketing manager Beth Elderkin.
Sources: Game Developer.