GameDoes Escape from Tarkov have kernel-level anti-cheat?
Yes — kernel-level anti-cheat
Escape from Tarkov 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) |
|---|---|
| Third-party account | Battlestate Account (can be linked to your Steam account) |
FAQ
Does Escape from Tarkov have kernel-level anti-cheat?
Escape from Tarkov declares BattlEye on its Steam page, which runs at the kernel level of Windows.
Does Escape from Tarkov require a third-party account?
Yes. The Steam page says Escape from Tarkov requires a Battlestate Account, which can be linked to your Steam account.
Does Escape from Tarkov use DRM like Denuvo?
No third-party DRM is listed on Escape from Tarkov's Steam page. Steam's own DRM may still apply.
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