In a move that has raised eyebrows among its player base, Capcom has quietly updated Street Fighter 6 on PC to include the controversial Denuvo DRM software. The change, which was made on May 30th, just three days ahead of the game’s release, can be seen listed on SteamDB.
Denuvo’s software is infamous for hindering the gameplay experience on PCs, with a notable instance being its impact on the Capcom game, Resident Evil Village. The problem was eventually resolved when Denuvo was removed from the game in April of the current year.
While the presence of Denuvo Anti-Tamper doesn’t bother some gamers, who instead worry more about its sister software, Anti-Cheat, there is a group of players who fear it could detrimentally affect the performance of the game.
Street Fighter 6 represents the next evolution of the iconic Street Fighter series, boasting innovative new gameplay features and enhanced visuals across all aspects of the game. Powered by Capcom’s proprietary RE ENGINE, the Street Fighter 6 experience spans across three distinct game modes – Fighting Ground, World Tour, and Battle Hub.
Despite the controversy surrounding the addition of Denuvo, Street Fighter 6 is still highly anticipated. The game offers a highly evolved combat system with three control types – Modern, Dynamic, and Classic – and introduces the new Drive System, which opens up multiple combat options using a single Drive Gauge.
In the immersive single-player story mode, World Tour, players can explore Metro City and beyond, meeting Masters who will teach them their style and techniques. The Battle Hub mode allows players to gather, communicate, and strengthen their skills together.
As the release date approaches, it remains to be seen how the addition of Denuvo will impact the reception and performance of Street Fighter 6.
