When it comes to ‘hardcore’ gamers, there seems to be no limit to what they can do. Kingdom Come: Deliverance, which was released in 2018 and sold 6 million copies, creating a huge impact worldwide, is now facing the wrath of gamers once again… So, why are players furious, and why has the game been heavily refunded?
Gamers say, ‘Denuvo again?!’
The main reason behind the harsh reactions from players is the addition of the Denuvo protection system and the fact that the game will not be released on the GOG platform this time around. For DRM-opposed gamers, GOG holds significant importance, as the platform has maintained a clear stance against DRM-protected games for many years.
A large portion of the player base of the game, developed by Warhorse Studios, believes that Denuvo negatively impacts game performance. Especially in games with high system requirements, Denuvo is often criticized for adding an extra load, causing FPS drops, a complaint frequently raised in the gaming community.
The economic aspect of the situation is also a point of debate… It is reported that the monthly cost of a Denuvo license is around $25,000. Gamers believe that this cost will indirectly be passed on to them, and on top of that, they fear facing optimization issues. This has caused a great deal of unrest, especially among PC gamers who are particularly sensitive about performance.
In the official announcement for Kingdom Come: Deliverance II, it was stated that the game would be playable in offline mode. However, the mention that ‘occasional connection will be required due to platform rules’ has become another source of disappointment for fans seeking a completely offline gaming experience.
Reactions spreading across gaming forums and social media have reignited debates about the use of DRM systems in modern gaming. The use of Denuvo, particularly in single-player story-driven games, is being increasingly questioned and criticized by the gaming community.
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