Respect is a weird word. It seems to have 2 nearly opposite meanings (kind of like literally):

1. Deep admiration for someone or something for their abilities, qualities, or achievements
2. Due regard for the feelings, wishes, or rights of others

So the first one implies that respect must be earned. The second implies that everyone must be respected by default (their due regard), thus respect is unearned.

No you don't, so you can either mod the game or not play the game right?