: The game was released on GOG (Good Old Games) , which by definition means it is DRM-free.

Since its release, the status of regarding piracy and "cracks" has been a straightforward topic because the game was never protected by heavy anti-tamper technologies like Denuvo. 🛡️ DRM Overview

: Some users reported that the DX12 version fixed performance issues but introduced new visual bugs, leading some to stick with the "original" cracked versions. ⚠️ A Note on Risks

: Because the developers (Piranha Bytes) and publisher (THQ Nordic) opted not to use Denuvo, there was never a "struggle" to crack the game. 🔓 Crack Timeline & Status

Unlike many modern AAA titles, launched without aggressive Digital Rights Management (DRM).

A major point of interest in the "crack" and update community was the developer's overhaul of the game engine.