According to an exclusive report on ⁣leading eSports platform Dust2.us, Valve Corporation has lifted its ban ⁤on professional e-Sports player, Joshua “Steel”⁤ Nissan. This marks a significant turn for the seasoned player whose career was abruptly halted due to the widely controversial match-fixing scandal.

Nissan,‍ popularly known by his moniker “Steel”, was one of the many players dismissed from mainstream eSports following the match-fixing ​incident in 2014. Although he continued participating in less mainstream tournaments throughout his suspension,the⁤ alleviation ⁤of the ban signifies an official‍ comeback into premier tournaments for this seasoned‍ player.

The ban lift‌ was effective promptly as⁤ per Valve’s statement, Dust2.us reported. However, the gaming corporation did not⁤ provide reasons for the reversal of the‍ six-year long‍ restriction against the player.

Steel made headlines in 2014 as part of iBuyPower Team, which was embroiled in a massive controversy surrounding ⁢match-fixing.The team, which had won the CEVO Professional season 5 Finals ⁣before ​the ⁢scandal, was disqualified when it was discovered that they ‍intentionally lost a match for ⁣gambling ‌profits.

the incident ​led to the expulsion of four ‍of its players, including Steel, from premier gaming tournaments‌ effectively ending ‍their⁤ professional‌ careers. It was a‌ significant blow to the‌ eSports realm⁤ and ‌led ‍to heightened ‍integrity and transparency measures within the gaming industry.

As 2014, Steel did not fail ⁣to impress despite his⁣ suspension by continuing to build his gaming career through various lesser-known tournaments.His return to mainstream eSports ‍tournaments‍ presents​ a tale of resilience and passion for the craft.

There has ‌been a mixed reaction from the gaming community following Valve’s decision, Dust2.us reports. While many welcomed the decision‍ to lift​ the ban, ‌some believe it sets a negative precedent. Regardless, it is evident that most ⁤fans are excited to see Steel⁣ back in ‍the spotlight.

The⁣ decision also‌ brings hope to the other banned players though there is ⁢no official announcement regarding the‍ alleviation of their suspensions. For now, fans can look forward to seeing Steel return to the tournaments and whether this may influence Valve’s decisions in the future.

Valve’s decision suggests their willingness to reevaluate harsh punishments. It will be interesting to monitor what this means for the future of‍ players⁢ who have had similar fates. Dust2.us and other gaming platforms will ⁣be keenly observing the outcomes and implications of this unexpected move.