Capcom Drops Enigma Protector from Resident Evil 4

Capcom has removed the Enigma Protector DRM from the Resident Evil 4 Remake, following a brief trial that began on February 3, 2023. This decision comes after players reported significant performance issues on PC, which were confirmed by Digital Foundry.

Performance Issues and Feedback

The switch to Enigma Protector resulted in noticeable CPU throughput drops, leading to a rise in negative reviews on Steam. Players expressed dissatisfaction with the game's performance, prompting Capcom to reconsider its DRM strategy.

Current DRM Status

As of March 3, 2023, Capcom has removed Enigma Protector, and the game is currently without third-party DRM. While Denuvo has not been reinstated, Capcom has a history of using it for major releases, suggesting it may return in the future. Meanwhile, DRM-free options like GOG remain unavailable for Resident Evil 4.

Update: 17 Jun 2026