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Tips for dealing with bullies in online games

Jakarta (ANTARA) – Game multiplayer is more than just entertainment, many gamers also communicate with each other via this platform, until the appearance of trolls or bullies.

Anyone can experience bullying or bully in game, which of course worry some players and parents. For example, a new player might receive insults for still adapting to the game.

The consequences of being distracted can also range from depression to depression. If a teammate or opponent starts to show bad behavior, here are tips from Kaspersky, which are summarized from their blog.

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Trying to stay calm

As cliché as it may sound, try to remember that whatever bullies write is just words on the screen. Remember that whoever starts a fight, anyone who participates can get a reprimand for speaking unkind words.

Don’t panic if you’re threatened with being reported for causing defeat. As long as it doesn’t break any of the rules of the game, no one will be able to block it.

Discuss any conflicts in the game with trusted people, such as friends or family. This will give you the opportunity to release your inner burdens, as well as give you a different perspective, and a feeling of comfort.

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Don’t be ashamed to make a complaint

Almost all game online provides a mechanism to disclose about users behaving inappropriately towards others. For example, Steam moderators urge users to report violations committed by community members.

They also imposed strict prohibitions on humiliation and aggression. Although bullies don’t get cracked right away, either on Steam or game certain, complaints can provide notification.

Then, if other people complain the same about them, the bully will get special attention. For example, the Xbox has a reputation system for its players gamer. If someone is constantly receiving complaints, they may not be blocked, but the circle of play will be limited.

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Block player game aggressive or filter chat messages

Most of the platforms game features non-reporting tools to combat abuse, such as setting up automatic chat filters to avoid the most unpleasant.

If you find harassment, turn off the aggressive fellow player. If you find harassment during and outside game, add these players to your block list so they don’t contact further.

Stop the match with the bullies

If your teammates bombard with insults or threats, and you find it difficult, protecting yourself is the main thing. Of course, then it will affect the survival of the game, but your mental health and mood are more valuable.

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Keep personal information confidential

If all of your fellow players know you by an alias, they can’t do any harm in real life.

Before thinking about giving out personal information to anyone, make sure you trust them.

You also don’t have to share phone numbers, email addresses, or social media accounts with teammates. You can use the internal chat to communicate during the game.

Don’t share too many in-game profiles. Remember that bullies can study it to find out more about you.

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Reporter: Arindra Meodia
Editor: Suryanto
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