New swearing policy?

I was playing NHL 19 last night, and one of my teammates was being (Mod Removed - Profanity). He kept going offside on purpose whenever someone other than him had the puck, called for a pass every time our goalie got the puck (resulting
in 3 goals against our team), spamming the call for pass button no matter where he was, etc. Basically ruining the game for everyone. Then, as we were about to lose 5-1, he QUITS with 0.2 seconds left, costing me XP. So I did what pretty much anyone would
feel justified in doing, and sent him a message that simply said (Mod Removed - Profanity) And I got a 24 hour communication ban.

I mean.... first of all, simply dropping (Mod Removed - Profanity)
is a bannable offense? Every other game I play is filled with that, and much worse. I didn't we suddenly had to abide by some Victorian code of ethics. It's complete Puritanical nonsense. Second, where is the ban for the troll who completely ruined a game for
others? I reported him for unsporting conduct and quitting early... but I get a ban for using a naughty word. Nice. Is this just because he reported it, or is any swearing in a message automatically flagged? Can I swear in messages to my friends? I've been
an xbox live member for 10 years and have never received any sort of enforcement action, but now fully grown adults aren't allowed to use certain words because they... make others sad? What? Don't get me wrong, I'm not down with slurs or other harassment,
and would never use language like that, but simply one (Mod Removed - Profanity) to someone who clearly deserves it is just normal, adult behavior. There's nothing I can do about it, but I just want to voice my opinion that this new policy
is absolutely ridiculous.

:)

 

Swearing Ban ?

If someone searches for a topic that ends up being old, they're scolded, but if they create a repeat thread, they're scolded anyways... Get over it. This is a decent topic revisit and to discuss anyways.

When it comes to swearing, I'm okay with it online provided it's not directed at another player or racist. For example, if you get upset with losing a match and curse as a result, I'm okay with that as long as you don't get carried away (after all, a negative
attitude is unfortunately infectious and can and will affect how you play - it's why many players will try to trash talk you, which I'm not okay with).

 

Swearing Ban ?

On that matter yes. I have my links on one source for easy reference. I clicked the wrong one. Apologies then..misunderstanding.

 

Hello there!

We understand that you're frustrated about this.

In response to your concern, the community continues to grow, the Xbox Live Policy & Enforcement Team remains committed to preserving and promoting a safe, secure and enjoyable experience for all of our members across every device. If a player
behaves poorly on Xbox Live – whether on an Xbox console or a Windows device, we take it seriously and will ensure any enforcement action applies to their account on each platform. Take a look at
Microsoft’s Code of Conduct Explained for Xbox Live Customers.

For more information about what each type of enforcement means, visit
Xbox Live Suspensionsand
Xbox Live Device Bans.

Hope this helps.

 

It's nothing new actually. Profanity has always been a violation of the code of conduct.

 

‘Offensive’ language on Xbox Live could lead to ban, according to new TOS

No, this is new. I've had xbox live for 10 years, been swearing the whole time, never been an issue until now.

 

No its alwsys hss been an violatiom

Just bwcause noone reported you before doesnt mean it wasnt alaways an offence it always hss been

As you can see the miderators also have edited your post to remove profanity

It doesnr matter who.starts the fight if you retailiate in anyway that violates.the code of.conduct.you will also be punished if reported

You.can.google.or.even search.forums

Cursing.and harassment has been the number onenthing that causes communication bans evennfrom the original xbox

 

If you define "behaving poorly" as using a harmless word, but not trolling in-game and quitting early, then ok.

None of the Mod Removed - Profanity None parts of my OP had profanity in them, for the record. I can't even use a letter with the word "bomb" after it now.

If I'm sending a message to a friend of mine and swear, will that be a ban, or does it have to be reported? I've been called all kinds of names that are far worse than what I said, actual slurs that I've reported, and nothing happens.

 

It's less likely to be seen by the enforcement team if it's not reported, but could still warrant a suspension if they see it or you get reported for something else and they see it.

There is no way to know 100% when another person gets an enforcement action, but the enforcement team does investigate every complaint they receive. So any of the complaints you've filed would have had action taken against them as long as it did violate
the code of conduct.

 

Hey Godpuncher,

According to the
Microsoft Service Agreement:

We may change these Terms at any time, and we’ll tell you when we do. Using the Services after the changes become effective means you agree to the new terms. If you don’t agree to the new terms, you must stop using
the Services, close your Microsoft account and, if you are a parent or guardian, help your minor child close his or her Microsoft account.

Hope this helps!

 

I can sympathize with your frustration as this griefer costed you your time and XP as well as feeling like they may have gotten away with their acts. The reason they did is because the course of action that should have been taken was you reporting them
and leaving it at that. Will this always work and will they always get taught a lesson? Probably not, but it’s better than getting suspended yourself.