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People are focusing on Denuvo being added very close to launch, with a specific example cited: 007 First Light reportedly received Denuvo only five days before release. The discussion also questions Steam policy, arguing preorders should prevent developers from adding Denuvo less than a week before launch.

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Also known as denuvo anti-tamper

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Key Takeaway Denuvo’s late addition before release is sparking backlash and calls for Steam to restrict DRM changes during preorder windows.
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preorder timing performance/DRM concerns platform policy debate denuvo anti-tamper
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Denuvo’s late addition before release is sparking backlash and calls for Steam to restrict DRM changes during preorder windows.

People are focusing on Denuvo being added very close to launch, with a specific example cited: 007 First Light reportedly received Denuvo only five days before release. The discussion also questions Steam policy, arguing preorders should prevent developers from adding Denuvo less than a week before launch.

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Platform concern Steam preorders should not allow Denuvo within a week of release

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  • Follow r/Steam for continued debate and possible policy responses related to Steam preorder DRM changes. r/Steam

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  • Valve Shouldnt Let Games With Preorders On Steam Add Denuvo Less Than A Week Before Release dsogaming.com
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Why is Denuvo DRM so controversial?

There are examples in the past of poor implementations of Denuvo affecting a game's performance, which certainly made sure its reputation would be blighted for all eternity. It doesn't always happen, but it has happened, and that's enough to make it a concern. There are other issues, too, such as any problems with the Denuvo service just blocking you from playing a game that you spent your hard-earned money on. Denuvo also requires online connectivity in order to authenticate, which can cause issues if you want to play offline. In any case, Denuvo has done enough in its time to smear its own n

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