Is Overwolf App for Apex Bannable?
I just found this cool new in-game overlay app (it's been a while for other games) for Apex, it has trackers and can auto clip your matches. But can anyone or the devs confirm that it's safe to use?...
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I think this app should be blacklisted.
One problem I see is that it shows you the number of players even when there are less than 11. Solos and duos are greatly disadvantaged in the final rounds if their enemies know there's no one else to rotate or ambush them.
Another issue is that it shows many details of players, allowing those that want to cheat by teaming up to find each other much easier. Also, seeing the extra stats may encourage toxicity like bullying and avoiding fights, camping, hiding or leaving the match early because remaining opponents are too strong.
I'd also forbid the server from allowing apps to take or publish any data from ongoing matches.
Hey everyone thanks for looking into our app!
I wanted to clear up a few things..
A) Overwolf is white listed and this app is not an app used for cheating, and should not get you banned. We have apps for R6, Fortnite, Rocket league, and no one has ever gotten banned.
B) In an update coming this week we will remove the ability to see the roster in the top 10.
C) Ads. The app does have ads but ads will never appear over gameplay unless you activate our window. So while you're in a gun fight, or looting, you will never seen an ad.
The goal of this app is to show you the stats of your teammates and the top players in the match. Just to give you an idea of how sweaty your game is and how good your team is. You could do this manually by looking up players on your phone or a 2nd computer. We're just making this a little easier to do. We also will show you your total damage and the damage your team has done.
Hope you enjoy our app and if you have any feature requests or questions, happy to answer! Thanks.
- @htr_xorth About adds, yes but i am streaming and whenever i pop the window i see a very idiotic add that i cant really stream. I was very hyped about the app but then adds struck me.
i got banned on apex this morning due to overwolf
@66767678 wrote:i got banned on apex this morning due to overwolf
Hi 66767678,
I'm from Overwolf, and I came across your post. I'm sorry to hear about the ban!
I want to clarify that Overwolf itself and any of its official apps will not get you banned.
We are working closely with game developers and publishers to ensure that all the apps we publish are aligned with their Terms of Service and their 3rd party policies.
We recommend that you make sure at all times that you are using an official Overwolf app by downloading it directly from our Appstore.
You can find additional information here: Overwolf Won't Get You Banned
Please feel free to reach out to us on any matter!
