Implementing features like Streaming Enabled in late 2021 improved load times but also required a complete overhaul of the game's code, which temporarily helped in disrupting older exploit frameworks.

Developers were simultaneously reworking major areas like Bronze City and the Bank , introducing new mechanics that were heavily impacted by the unfair advantage of automated aiming. Developer Response and Anti-Cheat

September 2021 was a pivotal time for The Wild West as the developers at Starboard Studios were preparing for the massive .

Some versions of these scripts included features for automatic hunting, allowing users to farm animals like bears and deer with perfect accuracy. Context: The 2021 Competitive Landscape

The rise of these scripts led to a "cat-and-mouse" game between script creators and the development team.