With that context, here is the curated list.
The has shrunk slightly compared to 2023-2024, but the intensity has increased. Developers are now weaponizing Denuvo to protect not just the .exe file, but also to prevent the use of "Lossless Scaling" mods and texture injection tools (which they misclassify as cheating).
The "list" of games using Denuvo in 2025 can generally be categorized into three distinct groups, each telling a different story about the industry.
As the gaming industry continued to evolve in 2025, the use of Digital Rights Management (DRM) tools remained a hot topic of debate. One of the most contentious DRM solutions was Denuvo, a software designed to protect games from piracy. While some developers swore by its effectiveness, others criticized its impact on game performance and customer satisfaction.
This article was last updated on April 28, 2025. Listings are subject to change as publishers update their DRM policies.
