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Denuvo attempts to subpoena Discord, Valve, and Reddit in effort to identify hacker
Denuvo is seeking subpoenas for Discord, Valve, and Reddit to identify a hacker known as "voices38" who has allegedly bypassed its digital rights management technology on numerous PC games. The company claims this hacker's success in cracking Denuvo's security, which has been increasingly defeated this year, threatens the effectiveness of its DRM service for publishers and developers.
Embark promises to get stricter with Arc Raiders bans as cheaters continue to plague the extraction shooter: "No…
Embark Studios is implementing stricter anti-cheat measures and harsher punishments for cheaters in their extraction shooter, Arc Raiders. The studio acknowledges that cheating remains an ongoing issue and is improving its detection systems, including machine learning models and kernel-level protection. Permanent bans are now standard for all known cheat programs, with expanded license restrictions and potential hardware bans for repeat offenders.
Denuvo are suing a prolific cracker for bypassing their DRM on 26 videogames, despite not knowing their real identity
Denuvo is suing an anonymous individual known as "voices38" in the US District Court for the Northern District of California for allegedly bypassing DRM on 26 video games, including Black Myth: Wukong and Doom: The Dark Ages. The company is seeking damages and an injunction, while also attempting to identify the cracker through subpoenas to platforms like Valve, Reddit, and Discord. Concerns are raised about Denuvo's impact on game performance and preservation.
Denuvo is on the hunt for DRM cracker 'voices38' as the company attempts to take one of its biggest foes to…
DRM producer Denuvo is suing an individual known as 'voices38' for allegedly circumventing its anti-piracy measures on games like Hogwarts Legacy and Black Myth: Wukong. Denuvo is using the Digital Millennium Copyright Act to pursue the case, seeking to unmask the anonymous actor through subpoenas to platforms like Valve and Discord. The move comes as Denuvo's software is generally unpopular with gamers.
Denuvo strikes back at prominent cracker ‘voices38’, with lawsuit intended to unmask them
Denuvo has filed a lawsuit against a prominent cracker known as 'voices38' for allegedly bypassing its anti-tamper technology on 26 games. The digital rights management company aims to unmask the individual, who has gained a following online for releasing cracked versions of Denuvo-protected titles. The article explores the controversy surrounding Denuvo, its perceived impact on game performance, and the ongoing battle between DRM providers and crackers.
Pirate Who Cracked Denuvo Games Like Resident Evil Requiem Plans to Keep Doing So Despite Being Sued
A pirate known for cracking games protected by Denuvo's Digital Rights Management software is facing a lawsuit. Despite legal action, the individual plans to continue their activities, indicating a defiant stance against the DRM provider.
Facing lawsuit from Denuvo, pirate who cracked the anti-piracy tool in Resident Evil Requiem, Pragmata, Black Myth: Wukong, and dozens more says they'll do it again
Denuvo is suing an anonymous pirate known as 'voices38' for allegedly cracking and distributing games protected by its anti-piracy technology, including titles like Resident Evil Requiem, Pragmata, and Black Myth: Wukong. Despite the lawsuit, the pirate claims they will continue their activities, though Denuvo reportedly has access to their Discord and Steam profiles.
Dead by Daylight is now testing Denuvo, but "will not include" its anti-piracy DRM
Dead by Daylight developer Behaviour Interactive is trialing Denuvo's anti-cheat solution exclusively on Steam. The company clarified that this anti-cheat tool is separate from Denuvo's controversial anti-piracy DRM, which will not be implemented in the game. The trial is temporary, and players will be prompted to install the anti-cheat software to play.
Embark is finally cracking down on Arc Raiders' cheaters and duplication antics: 'Our commitment to anti-cheat…
Embark is implementing Denuvo Anti-Cheat in Arc Raiders to combat cheaters and duplication exploits. The developers are taking strict measures against those involved in exploiting the game's economy and are building safeguards to prevent future occurrences. Players will be notified when reported cheaters are banned and when lost loot is returned.
Arc Raiders devs promise "strict measures" are being taken against item duplication users and more Denuvo as Embark fights to get cheaters under control
Embark Studios is implementing strict measures against users engaging in item duplication and cheating in Arc Raiders, expanding the use of Denuvo Anti-Cheat. The developers are also introducing new in-game notifications to inform players when their reports lead to action against cheaters, aiming to maintain a fair gaming environment.
Nvidia's working with all the anti-cheat vendors to make competive games work on RTX Spark and WoA… just…
Nvidia is collaborating with anti-cheat vendors to ensure competitive games function on its new RTX Spark chips for Windows on Arm. This initiative aims to address a key barrier for Linux gaming by improving compatibility with major anti-cheat software like Easy Anti-Cheat, BattlEye, and Denuvo. Nvidia expects to announce further game support in the coming months.
Arc Raiders has added Denuvo anticheat 'initially to a limited player pool' after a successful rollout in The…
Embark Studios has begun implementing Denuvo anti-cheat software into Arc Raiders, initially for a limited player pool, following a successful rollout in The Finals. This move aims to combat persistent cheating issues that have plagued the extraction shooter since its launch. While Denuvo has faced criticism for potential performance impacts, Embark Studios has stated they will not use its DRM and are working to minimize performance effects.
Arc Raiders turns to Denuvo Anti-Cheat in hopes of curbing foul play, Embark say they're "working to ensure minimal impact on performance"
Embark Studios is implementing Denuvo Anti-Cheat software in Arc Raiders to combat cheating, with plans to roll it out to a limited player pool starting May 19th. The studio emphasizes their commitment to minimizing performance impact, a concern that has affected other games using similar technology. This update also introduces a new trader named Ermal and a grenade launcher weapon called the Rascal.
Issues and Activism
Warner Bros. Games has added Denuvo's digital rights management software to LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight shortly before its launch. This decision has sparked discussion among players regarding game security and potential performance impacts.
Things go from bad to worse for Denuvo, as every game under its protection has now reportedly been bypassed
Denuvo's digital rights management protection has reportedly been bypassed on all games, including VR titles, following the widespread adoption of a Hypervisor exploit. This marks a significant setback for Denuvo and its parent company Irdeto, potentially impacting publisher confidence and prompting discussions about the future of DRM and the rise of cloud gaming.
Denuvo DRM reportedly fully cracked open, 2K apparently fights back with online checks
Denuvo DRM, a widely criticized anti-piracy technology, has reportedly been fully cracked, impacting numerous games. In response, publisher 2K Games has implemented a new DRM measure requiring online checks every 14 days for titles like NBA 2K25, NBA 2K26, and Marvel's Midnight Suns, which may inconvenience legitimate players.
Denuvo dealt major blow as crackers claim all non-VR games with the anti-tamper have been bypassed
Crackers claim to have bypassed Denuvo's anti-tamper software on all non-virtual reality games, dealing a significant blow to the DRM provider. A new 'Hypervisor' bypass method is reportedly responsible for circumventing the protection, leading to games like Capcom's Pragmata being cracked before their official launch. Denuvo's parent company, Irdeto, has stated they are working on updated security measures.
Issues and Activism
Denuvo, a digital rights management (DRM) software used to protect PC games, has reportedly been cracked or bypassed. This development means that games previously secured by Denuvo can now be accessed without the intended restrictions.
Irdeto Fighting Denuvo Crack
Irdeto has responded to reports that its Denuvo copy-protection software has been cracked, leading to instances of zero-day piracy. The company's statement addresses the security breach of its anti-tamper technology.
Pearl Abyss Ends Crimson Desert DRM Drama Before It Could Begin
Pearl Abyss is launching Crimson Desert with the same Denuvo DRM implementation for reviewers as for consumers, aiming for transparency and an accurate representation of the final player experience. This proactive approach has preempted potential controversy, with the gaming community largely respecting the honesty. The company's decision reflects a commitment to building trust and avoiding the common practice of providing stripped-down review builds.
