Sonic Colors: Ultimate, the modern re-release of the Wii-era Sonic title, has had its anti-tamper protection bypassed by piracy groups, adding another high-profile case to the ongoing discussion surrounding Denuvo DRM.
With only a couple of days left in the year, a user known as voices38 claimed responsibility for the crack, sharing the news via Reddit. According to their post, the achievement represents a “major milestone” in understanding how Denuvo operates, with the user suggesting their tools and methods have continued to evolve over time.
Originally released by SEGA as an enhanced version of the 2010 Wii exclusive, Sonic Colors: Ultimate brought HD visuals, quality-of-life improvements, and new features like Rival Rush to modern platforms. While the remaster faced criticism at launch due to technical problems, post-release patches improved stability, and the game has since found a more positive reception among Sonic fans.
This report places Sonic Colors: Ultimate alongside several other recent SEGA titles said to be affected by similar DRM bypasses, including Persona 5 Royal and Persona 4 Golden. All three shipped with Denuvo, a protection system that remains controversial among players who argue it can impact performance, even as publishers continue to rely on it to protect early sales.
Beyond SEGA’s catalog, the latter half of the year has seen a noticeable rise in reports involving Denuvo-protected games, fueling broader conversations about the long-term effectiveness of DRM, game preservation, and access as the industry heads into 2026.
As always, Sonic City does not support piracy and encourages fans to experience Sonic titles through official releases. Still, developments like this continue to spark debates across the gaming community at large.
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