Hi-Fi Rush Dumps Denuvo: Patch Now or Lose Access!
The Denuvo Departure & Urgent Update Mandate
In a move that will undoubtedly be welcomed by many, Hi-Fi Rush is removing Denuvo, a controversial anti-piracy and digital rights management (DRM) solution. However, this isn't merely an optional improvement. The developers at Tango Gameworks have made it unequivocally clear: Patch 10 is mandatory. Support for Denuvo will cease entirely on January 16th, 2026. The technical implications are profound, as Tango explains:
- Denuvo's removal necessitates "significant changes" to Hi-Fi Rush's "internal system structure."
- Without Patch 10 installed, the game will no longer function after the specified mid-January deadline.
This update, initially released on December 4th, 2025, primarily handles administrative shifts, including updating in-game publisher logos. But its underlying removal of Denuvo is the critical factor making it indispensable for continued gameplay.
Under New Management: Tango Gameworks and Krafton
This significant technical overhaul comes as Tango Gameworks transitions under its new corporate parent, Krafton. The PUBG owner acquired Tango earlier this year, following the studio's former owner Microsoft's announcement in May that it intended to shut down the developer, alongside Arkane Austin and Alpha Dog Games.
The updated logos within Hi-Fi Rush reflect this change in ownership, seamlessly integrating Krafton's branding into the game's presentation. While the acquisition itself doesn't directly impact the game's acclaimed mechanics, it provides context for the administrative and infrastructural updates now being rolled out.
Continued Security Assured
For those wondering about the future of the game's security measures post-Denuvo, Tango Gameworks offers reassurance. The studio confirmed that "even after Denuvo is removed, the game’s own anti-tampering features will remain active and will not affect normal gameplay." This means that while a specific DRM solution is being retired, the integrity of Hi-Fi Rush will be maintained through its native protections, ensuring fair play without impacting the user experience.
Hi-Fi Rush, hailed in reviews as a "fantastic cocktail of rhythm-based head banging and action-packed platforming" with a "surprisingly deep and malleable" combat system, continues to be a standout title. Ensuring you grab Patch 10 by January 16th, 2026, is the only way to keep this certified banger rocking on your system.