Is this accepted practise?

[John Given]

And don't forget Montana Grizz, any player that looked at another side by starting up a new scenario as the other side (or worse, using the scenario editor) completely ruins the fun of the scenario for himself, in addition to the other issues mentioned. Think of the satisfaction you get when you get a victory - and all you knew about the enemy was the forces seen moving about during the enemy turn, and perhaps the general location of his artillery.

The point of the blitz is to have fun and chill with friends. Ladder points can't hold a candle to the value of comradeship. Besides, even players who lose every single game will still rise on the ladder - they'll just rise slower is all. It's not worth it to peek/cheat.

Glad you asked the question though.