Riot Games, the developer behind popular titles such as Valorant and League of Legends, has announced a new anti-cheat requirement that could pose a challenge for players with older PCs. The studio revealed that a BIOS update will be mandatory for certain players, following the discovery of a UEFI bug that could allow cheaters to bypass memory protections.

According to a statement from Riot Games, the new requirement is aimed at enhancing the security of their online multiplayer games. "We're committed to providing a fair and secure experience for all our players," said a spokesperson for the company. "The UEFI bug we discovered could potentially be exploited by malicious actors, and we're taking proactive steps to prevent this."

The new requirement will affect players who have not updated their BIOS in a while, particularly those with older systems. "We understand that this may cause inconvenience for some players, but we believe it's essential to ensure the integrity of our games," added the spokesperson. Riot Games has a history of implementing strict anti-cheat measures, and this latest move is part of their ongoing efforts to combat cheating in their games.

The UEFI bug was discovered by Riot Games' security team, which has been working closely with hardware manufacturers to develop a solution. "We're working closely with our partners to ensure that all affected systems can be updated to the latest BIOS version," said a representative from the company.

The new requirement is not the first of its kind in the gaming industry. Many popular online multiplayer games, including Fortnite and Apex Legends, have also introduced strict anti-cheat measures in recent years. However, the BIOS update requirement is a significant step, as it affects a broader range of players.

As of now, players who fail to meet the new requirement will be unable to play Riot Games' online multiplayer titles. The company has not specified a timeline for the implementation of the new requirement, but it is expected to be rolled out in the coming weeks.