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In 2022-2023, the FBI and international agencies like the FIOD dismantled major networks that had been distributing pirated games for years.
While there isn't a single "official" paper with that exact title, there are highly relevant peer-reviewed studies and industry reports from 2022 and beyond that cover the state of game cracking and its financial impact. 📄 Key Academic Study: The Revenue Effects of Denuvo
If a crack occurs after 6 weeks, the revenue loss drops to only 5%.
The study suggests that Denuvo DRM is effective for publishers because it protects the "golden window" of the first 12 weeks of sales. 📊 Industry Reports & Statistics (2022)
Reports from 2022 highlight a significant surge in piracy, largely driven by economic factors.