GameDoes Destiny 2 have kernel-level anti-cheat?
Yes — kernel-level anti-cheat
Destiny 2 declares BattlEye on its Steam page, which runs at the kernel level of Windows.
From the requirements on the Steam store page, checked Oct 28, 2026.
What the store page says you sign up for
| Anti-cheat | BattlEye (kernel-level) |
|---|---|
| EULA | Requires agreeing to a third-party EULA |
FAQ
Does Destiny 2 have kernel-level anti-cheat?
Destiny 2 declares BattlEye on its Steam page, which runs at the kernel level of Windows.
Does Destiny 2 require a third-party account?
No third-party account is listed on Destiny 2's Steam page.
Does Destiny 2 use DRM like Denuvo?
No third-party DRM is listed on Destiny 2's Steam page. Steam's own DRM may still apply.
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