The upcoming PC release of Shin Megami Tensei 5: Vengeance will feature the controversial Denuvo Anti-Tamper technology. This confirmation came to light through the game's pre-order listings.

Atlus has a history of incorporating Denuvo in their PC games, starting with the release of Persona 4 Golden in 2020. Despite occasional fan complaints and misconceptions about its impact on game performance, Atlus has stuck with using Denuvo without much controversy.

The commencement of pre-orders for Shin Megami Tensei 5: Vengeance has revealed that the game will follow suit and include Denuvo. The Steam page explicitly mentions Denuvo as the sole third-party DRM (Digital Rights Management) feature for the game.

Atlus's Denuvo Legacy Continues with SMT5: Vengeance

The last Atlus PC game released without Denuvo was Catherine Classic in 2019. Since then, all 12 subsequent games by the studio on Steam have included Denuvo from day one. Unlike some developers who remove Denuvo post-launch, Atlus, unlike their parent company Sega, chooses to retain it in their games, implying a lasting presence in SMT5: Vengeance.

The Fan Response to Atlus's Denuvo Usage

News of Denuvo's inclusion in Shin Megami Tensei 5: Vengeance has sparked mixed reactions among fans. While some express disappointment and feel targeted, others see it as a non-issue that won't affect their decision to purchase the game.

Interestingly, much of the online conversation around the game focuses on the anticipated alternate story route called Canon of Vengeance. This additional 80-hour adventure is set to delve deeper into the game's narrative, generating excitement among JRPG enthusiasts.