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Kenshi/core

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Spec score 7.3 #13 of 19 in Game DRM Software

What it is

Kenshi/core is a paid, cross-platform anti-cheat and anti-tamper platform protecting software from hardware through the application layer. It lists 27 detection modules across hardware, kernel, runtime and binary layers, plus 32 anti-tamper protections including runtime hardening and code protection. Events from those layers are correlated on one timeline. The developer SDK supports Unreal, Unity, Source and custom C++, while operator integrations include Slack, Discord, PagerDuty and Datadog. Kenshi says it can operate alongside EAC, BattlEye, in-house anti-cheat systems and EDR tools such as CrowdStrike, Sentinel and Defender. Typical engagements include a scoping workshop, SDK integration and live launch support; integrations typically take 4 to 6 weeks. Licensing may be per title or studio, usually beginning with a scoped pilot for one title. Kenshi lists Linux and Windows, uses TLS 1.3 in transit and AES-256 at rest, and defaults processing and storage to UK and EU regions. Pricing is on request.

Spec sheet

Purpose
Kenshi/core provides anti-cheat and anti-tamper protection from hardware to application.Read 7 Oct 2026 · kenshisecurity.com
Platforms
Listed platforms and distribution include Windows, Linux, Steam, Xbox, PlayStation, Epic Games Store, and GOG Galaxy.Read 7 Oct 2026 · kenshisecurity.com
Deployment
Typical engagements include a scoping workshop, SDK integration, and live support through launch; integrations typically take 4 to 6 weeks.Read 7 Oct 2026 · kenshisecurity.com
Integrations
The SDK supports Unreal, Unity, Source, and custom C++, and operator integrations include Slack, Discord, PagerDuty, and Datadog.Read 7 Oct 2026 · kenshisecurity.com
Compliance
Kenshi lists SOC 2 Type 2 as in progress, ISO 27001 as aligned, and GDPR as compliant.Read 7 Oct 2026 · kenshisecurity.com
Headquarters
Cambridge, UKRead 28 Sep 2026 · kenshisecurity.com
Founded
2024Read 28 Sep 2026 · kenshisecurity.com
Company
Kenshi says it was founded in 2024 and is headquartered in Cambridge, UK.Read 7 Oct 2026 · kenshisecurity.com
Anti-tamper
The platform lists 32 anti-tamper protections, including runtime hardening and code protection.Read 7 Oct 2026 · kenshisecurity.com
Commercial terms
Licensing can be per title or per studio, and most engagements start with a scoped pilot on a single title.Read 7 Oct 2026 · kenshisecurity.com
Compatibility
Kenshi says it can run alongside EAC, BattlEye, in-house anti-cheat systems, and EDR tools including CrowdStrike, Sentinel, and Defender.Read 7 Oct 2026 · kenshisecurity.com
Data protection
Kenshi states that it uses TLS 1.3 in transit, AES-256 at rest, and defaults processing and storage to UK and EU regions.Read 7 Oct 2026 · kenshisecurity.com
Detection
The platform lists 27 detection modules across hardware, kernel, runtime, and binary layers.Read 7 Oct 2026 · kenshisecurity.com
Incident response
Kenshi says affected customers are notified within 72 hours of a confirmed personal data incident.Read 7 Oct 2026 · kenshisecurity.com
Telemetry
Hardware, kernel, runtime, and binary events are correlated on a single timeline.Read 7 Oct 2026 · kenshisecurity.com

Plans and prices

Enterprise Priced on request Typically annual; terms set during scoping Custom integration engagement · bespoke pricing based on engine, platform mix, detection depth, and threat model · 27 detection modules · 32 anti-tamper protections · dedicated integration engineer Read 7 Oct 2026 · kenshisecurity.com

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Strong points and limits

Strong points

  • 27 detection modules across four layers
  • 32 listed anti-tamper protections
  • Supports Unreal, Unity, Source and custom C++
  • Can run alongside existing security tools
  • UK and EU regional processing defaults

Limits

  • Pricing is bespoke and on request
  • Integrations typically take 4 to 6 weeks
  • SOC 2 Type 2 is still in progress
  • Engagements usually begin with one-title pilots

Who it suits

Kenshi/core is for game and software teams needing kernel-level anti-cheat and anti-tamper protection. Its SDK and engine support suit teams integrating protection into multiple development environments.

Verdict

Kenshi/core offers layered detection, tamper protection and telemetry with broad engine and security-tool compatibility. Buyers should plan for a scoped integration engagement rather than an immediate self-serve setup.

Where Specifiction places it

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