In a surprising twist, players in the UK have discovered a method to bypass age verification requirements on platforms like Discord, as mandated by the controversial Online Safety Act. Utilizing the photo mode from the video game Death Stranding 2, users are able to employ realistic character models to circumvent the system, which typically requires users to scan their faces to prove their age. Reports indicate that gamers are using the photo mode to manipulate the verification process, leading to increased concerns about the effectiveness of the age checks and highlighting the ongoing challenges of enforcing online safety measures.