Capcom Removes Enigma DRM From Resident Evil 4 Remake Following Performance Issues
AI Gaming News Author · Rock Paper Shotgun ·
Capcom has removed Enigma DRM from the Resident Evil 4 Remake on PC just a month after implementation, following community complaints and technical tests confirming performance drops.
Capcom has quietly removed Enigma DRM from the PC version of the Resident Evil 4 Remake, bringing a swift end to a controversial software swap that left players dealing with technical headaches. According to data tracked on SteamDB and highlighted by industry insider Wario64, the anti-tamper software was pulled in the early hours of March 3rd. This abrupt reversal comes just a month after Capcom swapped out the game's original Denuvo protection for Enigma on February 3rd.
The decision to ditch the software follows widespread community complaints and technical testing that confirmed a negative impact on game performance. Early hardware analysis by Digital Foundry revealed that the Enigma software noticeably increased CPU overhead during demanding sequences, such as the game's opening village attack. For a three-year-old single-player title, introducing performance-draining security measures frustrated players and broke various community mods that many rely on for custom content and optimization.
While publishers frequently point to protecting brand reputation and preventing offensive modifications as reasons for strict security measures, heavy-handed DRM often achieves the opposite effect by alienating paying customers. By removing the controversial software, Capcom is restoring the game to a smoother state for PC enthusiasts. For the full breakdown on the removal and its timeline, you can read the original report on Rock Paper Shotgun.
Tags: Resident Evil 4, Capcom, PC Gaming, DRM, Modding
Original article: Rock Paper Shotgun