Summary of Reddit Comments on Piracy Games

Denuvo

Pros:
- Protects initial sales:
  - A comment mentions, "Atlus's Metaphor: ReFantazio is their best-selling game, but it has Denuvo."
  - Capcom's and Square Enix's games with Denuvo still sell well.
- Revenue generation:
  - "He purchased a game due to Denuvo being present."
Cons:
- Performance impact:
  - "Performance issues like in RE8 where pirated versions ran better."
- Customer Impact:
  - "High entry barrier with DRM for legitimate buyers."
- Lack of Benefits:
  - Challenges to name tangible benefits for players from Denuvo.

Nintendo v. Gary Bowser

Nintendo pursued felony charges:
- Facing 11 felony counts, such as wire fraud, trafficking, and conspiracy.
Opinions varied on the severity of the sentence:
- Some found it excessive while others believed it was justified.
Gary Bowser's Background:
- Involvement in international criminal activities.
- Selling game cracks and making profits.

Impact on Revenue

Game Sales:
- Games like Elden Ring and Baldur's Gate 3 sold well regardless of piracy or DRM.
Consumer Behavior:
- Piracy does not always indicate lost sales.

Personal Experiences

Benefits of Piracy:
- Some ended up buying the game after trying a pirated version.
Game Recommendations:
- Friends sharing positive experiences influenced purchases.

Palworld and Other Games

Palworld:
- An uptick in piracy might be linked to Palworld's early access release.
Spacewar and Cube Racer:
- Used for testing games during development.
Lethal Company:
- Mentioned along with Palworld as a cause of increased piracy.

This summary provides insights into the discussions surrounding Denuvo, Nintendo's actions against Gary Bowser, and the impact of piracy on game sales and consumer behavior.