Indiana Jones and the Great Circle aims to be one of Bethesda’s big games, but just like in the movies, it looks like Indy will have to face evil. Until its arrival, the game was confirmed to feature Denuvoan anti-piracy system that feels more like an archaeological curse than a modern tool. Although its creators defend it as a bulwark against piracy, the technology’s history means that many gamers see it as more of a hindrance than a solution.

Denuvo, for those who don’t already know, is an anti-piracy system that acts as a digital gatekeeper, constantly verifying that the user has a legitimate copy of the game. Of course, this is in line with the interests of developers and distributors, but in practice it turns out that it has more disadvantages than advantages… especially for users. As we have already told you in this article, this system brings additional load on the processor, which can cause significant drops in performance. In games with high technical demands, such as Indiana Jones and The Great Circle, this is especially disturbing. When you already need high-end hardware to ensure a smooth experience, adding Denuvo to the cocktail doesn’t seem like the best idea.

The impact doesn’t end there. As we have explained in the past, This system also complicates moddinga practice that is almost an art for many players. In a title based on a franchise as iconic as Indiana Jones, the modding community was able to contribute innovative content that extended the game’s lifespan. But with Denuvo on the scene, that potential seems destined to be at least partially buried.

Practically since Denuvo appeared, Its adverse effects caused constant rejectioneven forcing some developers to remove it from their titles after criticism from their users. Those in charge have tried to improve her image with campaigns like the ones we told you about last year and a few weeks ago, but the results have been questionable, to say the least. Most players still see this as a system that penalizes those who purchase the game legitimately, while pirates often find ways around it within days.

It’s clear that Bethesda is committed to protecting its investment, and it’s a legitimate goal. But When this protection causes more problems for users who buy the game than for those who pirate it, one wonders if it is really worth it.. I’ve always believed that there are things that should stay in the Indiana Jones movies: curses, death traps, and troublesome relics. In the real world, a game should be an exciting experience, not a test of technical patience. It will remain to be seen if Indiana Jones and the Great Circle can prevent Denuvo from becoming his last great trap.