Denuvo Bypass: What You Need to Know in 2026
Everything you need to understand about Denuvo anti-tamper technology and how it affects SteamTools users.
Denuvo: The Elephant in the Room
If you've been around the SteamTools community, you've heard about Denuvo. Let's break down what it means for you.
What is Denuvo?
Denuvo Anti-Tamper is a digital rights management (DRM) technology used by game publishers to prevent unauthorized access and modification of their games.
How Does It Affect SteamTools?
Games with Denuvo protection have an additional layer of encryption that:
- Prevents direct manifest unlocking
- Requires online authentication
- May block offline play
The Current Status (January 2026)
Here's the status of popular Denuvo games:
| Game | Status | |------|--------| | Black Myth: Wukong | ✅ Cracked | | Elden Ring | ✅ No Denuvo | | Cyberpunk 2077 | ✅ Denuvo Removed | | Marvel Rivals | ⚠️ Active Denuvo |
What Can You Do?
- Check DexLua: Our crack status badges show real-time Denuvo information
- Wait for Updates: Denuvo is often removed months after release
- Use Alternatives: Some games have Denuvo-free versions on GOG
The Future of Game DRM
The gaming industry is slowly moving away from aggressive DRM as publishers realize it often hurts legitimate customers more than pirates.
Stay updated with the latest crack status on DexLua.