GameDoes Battlefield V have kernel-level anti-cheat?
Yes — kernel-level anti-cheat
Battlefield V declares EA Javelin Anticheat 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 | EA Javelin Anticheat (kernel-level) |
|---|---|
| Third-party account | EA Account (can be linked to your Steam account) |
| Third-party DRM | EA app online activation |
| EULA | Requires agreeing to a third-party EULA |
FAQ
Does Battlefield V have kernel-level anti-cheat?
Battlefield V declares EA Javelin Anticheat on its Steam page, which runs at the kernel level of Windows.
Does Battlefield V require a third-party account?
Yes. The Steam page says Battlefield V requires a EA Account, which can be linked to your Steam account.
Does Battlefield V use DRM like Denuvo?
The Steam page lists third-party DRM: EA app online activation.
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