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A week from its release date, Crimson Desert swallows some Denuvo DRM
Pearl Abyss has added Denuvo DRM to Crimson Desert just one week before its release. The game's Steam description was also updated to reflect its open-world action-adventure nature, focusing on the journey of Kliff and the Greymane faction.
Crimson Desert adds confirmation of Denuvo DRM to its Steam page a week out from launch
Crimson Desert has confirmed the addition of Denuvo DRM to its Steam page just one week before its launch. This move is likely to be met with criticism from a segment of the gaming community.
Crimson Desert Includes Denuvo DRM, To Nobody’s Delight
Pearl Abyss has confirmed the addition of Denuvo DRM to the PC version of Crimson Desert, sparking player concern over potential performance impacts. The developer recommends high-end hardware for optimal performance, while PlayStation 5 players will have graphical presets available.
Crimson Desert Launch Times And Pre-Load Dates Revealed
Pearl Abyss has revealed the global launch and pre-load times for their action-adventure game Crimson Desert, set to release on March 19. Digital pre-orders will allow players to pre-load the game starting 48 hours before launch. The article also details PC requirements and mentions the inclusion of Denuvo DRM software.
Valve’s Legacy DRM Locks Players Out of 150 Classic Games
Valve's legacy DRM system, Steam CEG, is preventing players from accessing approximately 150 older games, including major franchises like XCOM and Call of Duty. This issue is impacting speedrunners and modders who rely on older game builds, and raises concerns about game preservation and historical access.
Denuvo has been removed from DRAGON QUEST I & II HD-2D Remake
Square Enix has removed Denuvo DRM from Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake on PC shortly after its October 2025 release. The removal was not officially announced but is visible on SteamDB. Patches were also released for Dragon Quest I and II, addressing gameplay adjustments, ship speed, bug fixes, and adding more Traveller's Tips.
You can finally mod Resident Evil 4 worry-free as Capcom ditches Enigma DRM: ‘It was only hurting those who purchased the game’
Capcom has removed the Enigma DRM from the PC version of Resident Evil 4 Remake, allowing players to mod the game freely and improving performance. The DRM, which was added months after the game's release, was criticized for hindering legitimate players and modding efforts without effectively stopping piracy.
Capcom quietly removes DRM system it added to 3-year-old Resident Evil 4 Remake last month
Capcom has removed the Enigma DRM system from the Steam version of Resident Evil 4 Remake, which was added just last month. Players reported that the DRM negatively impacted CPU performance, particularly during cutscenes. The removal was not officially announced but was noted by players and confirmed via Steam database updates.
Capcom Removes Enigma DRM From The PC Version OF Resident Evil 4 Remake
Capcom has removed Enigma DRM from the PC version of Resident Evil 4 Remake. This decision comes after players noted performance issues and the game's age, with many having already completed it. The move addresses concerns about DRM negatively impacting the player experience.
Morning Patches
Enigma DRM has been removed from Resident Evil 4 Remake, according to Reddit discussions. Additionally, patch notes for War Robots: Frontiers released on March 3, 2026, were also mentioned.
Marathon Fontslop & New Pokemon Type | TAG
This article covers several gaming news items, including Bungie's decision to keep the "fontslop" UI in Marathon, potential new monster types and mechanics in Pokémon Winds and Waves, preorder bonuses for Pokémon Pokopia, a progress-losing glitch in Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen, a new expansion for Cities Skylines 1, Nvidia's RTX 5070 topping the Steam Hardware Survey, feedback from Marathon's Server Slam, Capcom removing Enigma DRM from Resident Evil 4 Remake, and a potential tease for a Fallout: New Vegas remaster from Iron Galaxy Studios.
Resident Evil 4 remake has the Enigma Protector DRM removed
Capcom has removed The Enigma Protector DRM from the Resident Evil 4 remake, following the earlier removal of Denuvo. This change, confirmed by SteamDB, is expected to improve game performance across all platforms, including PC, SteamOS, and Linux.
Capcom yank Resident Evil 4 Remake's Enigma DRM, which had reportedly impacted the horror flick's performance
Capcom has removed the Enigma DRM from the Resident Evil 4 Remake on PC, following player complaints about performance impacts. The Enigma DRM was only recently added, replacing Denuvo DRM, and reports indicated it negatively affected CPU performance and frame rates.
Capcom ditches Resident Evil 4 Remake's new, performance-choking DRM
Capcom has removed all DRM software from the PC version of Resident Evil 4 Remake on Steam. The game previously used Enigma Protector, which replaced Denuvo, but has now been stripped of any digital rights management to improve performance.
Capcom Pulls Enigma DRM From Resident Evil 4 Remake, Following Performance Complaints - IGN
Capcom has removed the Enigma DRM from Resident Evil 4 Remake following widespread player complaints about performance degradation. The controversial DRM, which replaced Denuvo anti-piracy protection, was found to cause significant frame rate drops, particularly in cutscenes. Fans and performance analysts have criticized the decision to add DRM to an older game, leading to Capcom's apparent reversal.
Ghost of Yotei (PS5)
Ghost of Yotei offers a relaxing open-world experience on PlayStation 5, featuring locked 60 FPS performance and graphics comparable to Ghost of Tsushima. While the gameplay systems are slightly more complex and exploration is enjoyable, the story and final boss difficulty were found to be less compelling than its predecessor. The game supports offline play, though a day one patch was downloaded to fix bugs and improve the UI.