
This was another clear signal that we had to remove DRM as soon as possible – the quality of our users’ gameplay experience is absolutely our number one priority!” We were unpleasantly surprised when some of our fans reported much larger differences, up to 30% lower framerates.

Pre-release tests showed only small performance differences compared to the DRM-free (GOG.com) versions. DRM adds another layer of complication and potential problems. This purpose has been served, so we are pleased to let our users enjoy the full freedom of game usage they deserve.”īadowski also explained CD Projekt RED’s stance on DRM from another perspective, “It’s important to remember that the PC platform is far more complex than consoles. We felt DRM was necessary to prevent the game being pirated and leaked before release. This is completely in line with what we said before the release of The Witcher 2. So, we felt keeping the DRM would mainly hurt our legitimate users. This means it has to be superior in every respect: less troublesome to use and install, with full support, and with access to additional content and services. Our approach to countering piracy is to incorporate superior value in the legal version.

Other notable improvements include frame rate increases of approximately up to 30%, especially noticeable on DRMed versions and low spec systems, better stability, and non-problematic installation of free DLCs (the first free DLC, the “Troll Trouble” quest, is incorporated into the patch), the possibility of inverting the mouse and re-mapping directional control on the keyboard, and more.Īdam Badowski, CD Projekt RED Development Director, commented, “Our goal is to make our fans and customers happy and to reward them for buying our game and DRM schemes does not support our philosophy as they might create obstacles for users of legally bought copies. This gives players the freedom to install and play the game on any number of computers, and no activation code is required.

The most noticeable change is the removal of the DRM protection world-wide. CD Projekt RED announces the release of Patch 1.1, which brings important improvements to The Witcher 2, the highly acclaimed game released a week ago.
