Crimson Desert Receives “Black Mark” From Some PC Gamers Following Denuvo Confirmation

The developers are currently facing a wave of tough questions from the community.

Crimson Desert is slated for release on March 20, with a highly anticipated launch on PC via Steam. While the title promises a deep array of gameplay mechanics, enthusiasts were already apprehensive about technical optimization—and now, a new red flag has appeared on the horizon.

A recent update to the Crimson Desert Steam store page has confirmed the integration of a notorious third-party protection system:

This revelation has prompted a segment of principled gamers to vow a boycott of the game. These players state they are unwilling to financially support any company that chooses to implement Denuvo in their projects.

Source: iXBT.games