All articles tagged with #denuvo
Denuvo DRM was added to IO Interactive’s 007 First Light just six days before its May 27 release, prompting some buyers to cancel pre-orders due to performance fears and intrusive protections, with backlash on Steam and Reddit over late DRM disclosure.
Dodi Repacks, one of the most prolific pirate game repackers, said in a Roadmap update that they’re stepping back to marry and pursue a law degree, sharing personal blog details that elicited mixed reactions from fans online.
A purported Subnautica 2 build and screenshots have circulated online two days before its May 14 early access release, with the leak’s origin unclear but pointing to the Denuvo cracking group DenuvOwO. The episode unfolds amid a high-profile legal dispute between Unknown Worlds and Krafton over the game’s delay and payout.
Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight briefly went live early for some Xbox players via Walmart pre-orders, while the PC version on Steam uses Denuvo DRM, which may affect performance; some users managed to access the full game for a few hours before access was restricted.
Cracking forums, including CrackWatch, claim all non-VR Denuvo-protected games have been bypassed using a Hypervisor exploit that runs below the OS. Capcom’s Pragmata was cited as recently bypassed ahead of its launch. Irdeto says it’s developing countermeasures that won’t move Denuvo below the OS, but publishers may still face revenue impact (up to about 20% in the first week) until new protections land, effectively creating an open season for affected titles.
A hypervisor-based bypass of Denuvo DRM prompted the company and its parent Irdeto to announce updated security versions and a new online check requiring verification every two weeks for affected games; FitGirl claimed the bypass makes all single-player Denuvo games cracked, with NBA 2K25/26 and Marvel's Midnight Suns cited as examples; officials insist the changes won't impact performance and will not run in Ring -1, though the DRM raises ongoing debates about ownership and preservation as anti-piracy measures evolve.
Hackers claim they bypassed Denuvo DRM using a new HVB bypass, effectively cracking games; in response, 2K is introducing 14-day online check-ins with fixed offline tokens for PC titles like NBA 2K25, NBA 2K26, and Marvel’s Midnight Suns to require periodic online verification.
PC piracy researchers say Denuvo’s anti-tamper protection is effectively defeated via unsigned hypervisor bypasses, making all known Denuvo-protected PC games crackable or bypassable. The breakthrough, led by groups like DenuvOwO and Voices38, means even recent releases circulate freely; Irdeto is pursuing countermeasures, but the list of uncracked titles reportedly shrinks, with only a few VR titles potentially holding out.
Crimson Desert will include Denuvo DRM on its PC Steam release, added just days before launch and sparking debate over potential performance impacts despite strong pre-release hype and a large wishlist.
Borderlands 4's launch on Steam is highly successful in terms of player numbers but is marred by widespread performance problems, including crashes, stuttering, and hardware compatibility issues, leading to mixed reviews. The game’s optimization appears to be problematic, possibly due to Unreal Engine 5 and DRM software, with some players experiencing improvements after hardware upgrades and driver updates, while others face ongoing issues. A recent patch may have introduced new problems, prompting calls for further updates.
Irdeto, the developer of Denuvo anti-piracy software, has unveiled TraceMark for Games, a new watermark technology that allows game developers to track down leaks back to the original source. This tool aims to discourage leakers from leaking sensitive information by adding a unique ID to game files, which can be visible or invisible. Combined with Denuvo's Anti-temper product, TraceMark provides additional security measures for game developers during the pre-release phase, helping to protect their creative and financial investments.
Warner Bros has added Denuvo anti-tamper tech to the upcoming game Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League just 10 days before its release, sparking controversy among PC gamers. The move has raised concerns as the publisher had not previously disclosed this information, leading to skepticism about the game's quality and performance. This last-minute addition of Denuvo contrasts with other publishers like Square Enix and Capcom, who typically list it in advance and often remove it from their titles later. Despite the lack of review codes, media outlets plan to provide PC performance analysis after the game's release.
Lords of the Fallen developer Hexworks firmly states that the game will not feature Denuvo Anti-Tamper tech, a third-party protection software designed to prevent piracy and limit access to game files. This stance aligns with other game developers, such as Tekken 8's director, who have chosen not to incorporate Denuvo into their games.
Payday 3 developer Starbreeze has announced that the controversial DRM system, Denuvo, will no longer be included in the upcoming heist shooter. Denuvo is known for its anti-cheat and anti-piracy features but is disliked by players due to potential privacy concerns and negative impact on game performance. The change was made less than a week before the game's release, which will also be available on PS5 and Xbox Series X/S.
Postal developer Running With Scissors criticizes the use of Denuvo and DRM technologies in gaming, stating that they punish consumers. The developer argues that intrusive DRM software like Denuvo is an unfair punishment and that the gaming industry deserves a better future. The inclusion of Denuvo and DRM often sparks debates about ownership of digital properties and the limitations they impose on consumers. Running With Scissors suggests that respecting consumers and creating games they want to play can help combat piracy without the need for such measures.