Among Us is getting an account system next week - here's how it works Eurogamer.net If you click on a link and make a purchase we may receive a small commission. Read our editorial policy. Among Us is getting an account system next week - here's how it works Run a tight ship. News by Emma Kent Contributor Updated on 25 Mar 2021 An account system may not sound like the most glamorous game feature of all time, sure, but it's been one of the most highly-requested additions for Among Us - and with good reason. As a result of the game's explosion in popularity last year, developer InnerSloth has struggled to crack down on hackers and cheaters, while players frequently complain about toxicity and unfair treatment in public lobbies. The addition of accounts and reporting tools should (at least partially) address this, and after announcing the account system would arrive in The Airship update on 31st March, InnerSloth has now detailed exactly how it will work. Watch on YouTube Among Us map reveal trailer: The Airship In a blog post, InnerSloth explained that accounts are currently focused on "reporting and moderation capabilities", but the developer would eventually like to add a friend system, and a way to "transfer cosmetics between devices". Accounts will be required for changing your display name, and you'll need an account to access free chat. You'll still be able to play Among Us without an account as a "guest": but your name will be randomly assigned, and you'll be limited to the quick chat (a radial menu with prewritten callouts). Anyone under the age of digital consent - normally 13 - will be required to get a parent or guardian's permission to create an account and access free chat. Hopefully these measures will help make the game much safer for children, a concern frequently raised by the community. hey Crewmates, small featurewe've just added Quickchat (v 2021.2.21) - this is an easier, faster and safer option to play if you're using text chat! more info in game.i know u're waiting for the big update news too. the ball is rolling, promise i'll get u more info soon! pic.twitter.com/16ZDIwmWGt- Among Us (@AmongUsGame) March 5, 2021 To see this content please enable targeting cookies. Manage cookie settings As for the reporting tool, you'll be able to report someone for inappropriate names, inappropriate chat, cheating, hacking, harassment or general misconduct. Reports will be read by a human moderator, and if upheld, could result in a temporary or permanent ban (including secondary accounts). InnerSloth has published a code of conduct further detailing what counts as inappropriate behaviour. As of yet there's no way to link multiple accounts, but InnerSloth says this is "coming soon". InnerSloth previously explained the account system took a while for the team to create due to the sheer number of considerations required. Given InnerSloth only has five team members, that's probably fair enough. Become a Eurogamer subscriber and get your first month for £1 Get your first month for £1 (normally £3.99) when you buy a Standard Eurogamer subscription. Enjoy ad-free browsing, merch discounts, our monthly letter from the editor, and show your support with a supporter-exclusive comment flair! Support us View supporter archive More News Google announces cloud gaming Chromebooks less than a fortnight after Stadia shutdown GeForce Now preinstalled. 4 Atari will hold RollerCoaster Tycoon rights for another decade Ups and downs. 7 Lady Dimitrescu will be a tad smaller in Resident Evil Village's Mercenaries DLC Level the playing field. 1 Overwatch 2 suffers another DDoS attack and character roster bugs Mei Mei. 13 Latest Articles Digital Foundry Nvidia GeForce RTX 4090: a new level in graphics performance The Digital Foundry video review - and how the new GPU champion delivers for 4K 120fps gaming. Google announces cloud gaming Chromebooks less than a fortnight after Stadia shutdown GeForce Now preinstalled. 4 Feature Evercore Heroes wants to wind people up the right way "There's less rage at them, because they didn't end your fun." Genshin Impact Path of Gleaming Jade dates, login event rewards Including other anniversary rewards and how to claim them. Supporters Only Premium only Off Topic: Take a minute to appreciate Cookin' with Coolio's incredible scallops recipe. What a great book. Premium only Off Topic: Reading City of Glass in comic form "Where exactly am I going?" Premium only Off Topic: Il Buco is a transporting film about a really big hole Underlands. Off-Topic Netflix handled Sandman brilliantly It was Dreamy. 9 Buy things with globes on them And other lovely Eurogamer merch in our official store! Explore our store