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