A player who wreaked havoc in Valorant matches while using a distinct "Evil" Tung Tung Tung Sahur skin has been banned after footage of their exploits gained widespread attention. The hacker's actions prompted renewed discussion regarding the effectiveness and invasiveness of Riot Games' anti-cheat system, Vanguard.
The skin, which transforms the character into a visually unsettling, deranged version inspired by the "Tung Tung Tung Sahur" internet meme, became the focal point of the controversy. Viral video clips showcased the cheater employing wallhacks and auto-targeting, allowing them to eliminate entire teams with ease. In one widely shared video, the hacker is seen moving backward and shooting through walls, resulting in rapid enemy eliminations.
This incident sparked criticism within the Valorant community, with some players questioning Riot's kernel-level anti-cheat. Analyst "vladk0r" voiced concerns that such cheaters could negatively impact competitive match outcomes before being detected and banned, potentially invalidating results. Another player commented that cheaters would always find ways to circumvent anti-cheat measures, suggesting a greater reliance on server-side detection and behavioral analysis rather than elevated client-side privileges.
Riot's anti-cheat director, Phillip Koskinas, confirmed the ban via Twitter. He identified the cheat as "Sysinfo," humorously dubbed "lowskill vibeslop," and shared the cheater's Riot ID, "FaeL o Anacondo," along with the number of games played. Koskinas acknowledged the need to improve proactive measures for open qualifiers in the free-to-play game, stating that detection is possible over time but emphasizing the importance of early prevention.
The developer's swift action resolved the immediate issue, ending the "Evil Tung Tung Tung Sahur" hacker's disruptive presence in Valorant lobbies.