GameDoes Call of Duty have kernel-level anti-cheat?
Yes — kernel-level anti-cheat
Call of Duty declares RICOCHET Anti-Cheat on its Steam page, which runs at the kernel level of Windows.
From the requirements on the Steam store page, checked Oct 31, 2026.
What the store page says you sign up for
| Anti-cheat | RICOCHET Anti-Cheat (kernel-level) |
|---|---|
| Boot protection | Requires both Secure Boot and TPM 2.0 |
| Third-party account | Activision Account (can be linked to your Steam account) |
| EULA | Requires agreeing to a third-party EULA |
FAQ
Does Call of Duty have kernel-level anti-cheat?
Call of Duty declares RICOCHET Anti-Cheat on its Steam page, which runs at the kernel level of Windows.
Does Call of Duty require a third-party account?
Yes. The Steam page says Call of Duty requires a Activision Account, which can be linked to your Steam account.
Does Call of Duty use DRM like Denuvo?
No third-party DRM is listed on Call of Duty's Steam page. Steam's own DRM may still apply.
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