Battlestate Games addresses data mining concerns for Escape from Tarkov
Battlestate Games, the studio behind Escape from Tarkov, has shared its stance on data mining, clarifying that extracting and distributing game data harms the development team and the broader player community. The studio warned that those who mine data could face blocking or other enforcement actions within the game, as reported by DTF Portal.
The message emphasizes that data miners violate the license agreement signed during installation. As a consequence, affected players may be blocked from Escape from Tarkov. Revealing in‑advance numbers, chances of boss spawns, mission conditions, rewards, and other sensitive details deprives players of the intended first‑hand experience and the surprises the developers plan to reveal through official channels.
According to the developers, data mining creates an unfair advantage for some players who access hidden information, undermining fair play. The studio stated that it wants to retain control over information disclosure and timing, guiding what becomes common knowledge and when it becomes public.
Battlestate Games also pledged to improve communication with the community, promising more frequent updates and transparent notes about ongoing work and upcoming features. The studio expressed support for the fan-made Escape from Tarkov wiki, provided its contributors comply with rules and avoid using illegal methods to supplement articles.
The announcement sparked a largely negative response within parts of the Escape from Tarkov community. Several creators and bloggers raised questions about the permissible use of information and where the line should be drawn, though concrete answers from the studio were not provided at the time.
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