Digital Rights Management
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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.
Ubisoft testar att ta bort kravet på Ubisoft Connect för sina spel på Steam
Ubisoft is testing the removal of its Ubisoft Connect requirement for games on Steam. Instead of a separate launcher, an integrated tool will handle background services like progress synchronization and challenges. Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown is the first title to adopt this new system, with more games planned for migration.
As publishers like Sony kill physical games, DRM-free store GOG preserves classic big boxes with 3D models and box art…
As Sony moves away from physical PlayStation games, the DRM-free storefront GOG is enhancing its preservation program. GOG is now offering interactive 3D scans of classic PC game box art and printable versions for fans to recreate physical boxes at home. This initiative aims to preserve not just the games but also their packaging and included supplements.
How To Legally Download YouTube Videos
This article discusses the legal implications of downloading YouTube videos. It addresses the questions surrounding the legality of various methods available to users who wish to save videos from the platform.
Capcom removes Denuvo from Dragon's Dogma 2 ahead of its new expansion
Capcom has removed Denuvo DRM from Dragon's Dogma 2 ahead of its Dark Arisen expansion, a move welcomed by players concerned about performance impacts. The game also received a significant patch introducing UI improvements, vocation changes, enemy adjustments, and bug fixes.
Xbox discs will now grant digital access to games as part of Microsoft's self-proclaimed 'broader commitment…
Microsoft is launching a new program for Xbox Insiders that allows physical game discs to grant digital access to titles, enabling play without the disc in the tray. This initiative is framed as a commitment to game preservation and aims to help players transition their libraries. The feature will initially support thousands of titles and offers access via Xbox Play Anywhere and Cloud Gaming.
Days before movies like Terminator 2 are pulled from PlayStation libraries, StudioCanal launches new catalog label to…
StudioCanal has launched a new catalog label, StudioCanal Classics, featuring theatrical and home entertainment re-releases of over 18,000 titles, including "Terminator 2: Judgment Day" and "Pan's Labyrinth." This comes as Sony Interactive Entertainment prepares to remove over 500 StudioCanal films from PlayStation libraries due to expiring licensing agreements, highlighting concerns about digital ownership.
Xbox Announces Disc to Digital Program, Letting You Convert Physical Games To Digital
Xbox has introduced a new program allowing users to convert physical game discs into digital copies. This initiative aims to provide a more convenient way to access games without needing the original disc, though certain limitations will apply.
Nintendo takes down over 400 Switch emulator repositories in a single day
Nintendo has taken down over 400 Nintendo Switch emulator repositories from GitHub in a single day, citing DMCA anti-circumvention violations. The company argues these emulators illegally circumvent technological measures to run unauthorized copies of Switch games. This action follows previous legal efforts against emulators like Yuzu and Ryujinx.
‘Marvel Tokon’ Crack Arrives in 11 Days — and the Pirated Build Reportedly Runs Smoother
A DRM-free build of Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls has reportedly been cracked and released just 11 days after launch, with many users claiming the pirated version runs significantly smoother than the official PC release. Players have reported performance issues, crashes, and connectivity problems on the legitimate PC version, leading to speculation that the Digital Rights Management software is to blame. The cracked build allegedly bypasses shader preloading and offers a more stable frame rate, even on systems that exceed the recommended specifications.
Sony has 'zero understanding for what their customers want' says gaming preservation group
Gaming preservation advocate Clemens Istel criticizes Sony and other companies for disregarding customer rights and pushing towards digital-only distribution, potentially leading to games becoming inaccessible. He highlights issues with physical game compatibility and the loss of true ownership, contrasting console practices with the more DRM-free options available on PC.
"I'm not interested in bypassing DRM" - Preservationist brings back physical PC games using discs and…
Preservationist Ryan Enstrom is creating physical PC game discs and cartridges using existing storage media like SD cards, USB sticks, and even old HDDs. These physical copies can be used with storefronts like GOG, Steam, and the Xbox app without bypassing DRM. The project aims to keep physical media alive and demonstrates that digital collections can be made tangible.
Xbox finally fixes bug that made it impossible to play physical games while exec promises "to improve reliability…
Xbox has released an update to fix a critical bug that prevented players from launching games, including physical disc titles. The issue stemmed from an underlying service failure impacting home console sharing and Game Pass content, exacerbated by a bug in the Xbox client software. Xbox CTO Scott Van Vliet has apologized for the situation and promised broader improvements to product and service reliability.
Games Mysteriously Disappearing From PlayStation Portal Cloud Library
Numerous PlayStation 5 games have mysteriously disappeared from the PlayStation Portal's direct cloud streaming library over the weekend. While Sony reserves the right to remove titles, the widespread removal of both third-party and first-party games suggests a system glitch rather than a deliberate action. Players are reporting issues with titles like Ghost of Yotei, Madden NFL 27, and Cities: Skylines, with some contacting support who were incorrectly informed the games were no longer available for streaming.
Evening Consolidation
Xbox experienced a day-long outage that prevented both online and physical games from functioning, which the company has since resolved. The issue was reportedly caused by a licensing problem, highlighting the complexities of digital rights management even for physical media.
Xbox CTO explains what caused the Xbox outage, apologises to players, and outlines what's being done going forward
Xbox experienced a major server outage on Monday, impacting game purchases, downloads, and offline play due to a failure in an external licensing service. Xbox CTO Scott Van Vliet apologized and explained that the issue has been resolved, with the company initiating a full review to prevent future occurrences and improve transparency with the community.
Physical 'Copies' of GTA 6 Will Expire 170 Days After Launch Date in Japan
Physical copies of Grand Theft Auto 6 sold in Japan will reportedly expire 170 days after launch, requiring players to download the game within that timeframe. This news highlights potential issues with digital entitlement for physical media.