Over the years, I have developed a range of new concepts, mechanics and systems related to the Counter-Strike economy and its future development. I maintain that I was the original creator of the concepts behind the Arms Deal, the Steam Market integration, skin battles and related third-party platforms and services that grew around the skin economy. My work has never been limited to weapon skins alone. I have also prepared ideas for new systems, expanded mechanics and further development opportunities, i...

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These communities have modified game files to enable non-steam users who do not posses a game license to connect to the Valve game. This is in direct violation of Steam TOS. These communities also promote the use of pirated software, and attempt to monetize their operations while stealing Valve intellectual property. The players who legally purchased the game are severely mistreated. “host or provide matchmaking services … or emulate or redirect the communication protocols used by Valve … through p...