The emotional rollercoaster surrounding Empress, the infamous hacker known for dismantling Denuvo DRM protections, has taken yet another turn. Just recently, Empress had seemingly stepped back from her high-profile hacking endeavors, stating that she would not return to cracking Denuvo anytime soon. However, a recent development suggests that her retirement may have been short-lived.

During a philosophical discussion in a private Telegram channel frequented by her admirers, Empress was asked a thought-provoking question: “Is there a limit to human intelligence, and if so, are you constrained by it?” Her response shed light on her mindset and hinted at her future plans.

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Empress explained:

I limit my intellect by my own choice.Sometimes you might see me appear ‘sluggish’ in debates INTENTIONALLY, or I might not give a ‘proper’ response because I either want to expand the topic with more questions or I’m simply busy with other things.

I also have a mode called ‘EMPRESS MODE.’ When I press this BUTTON, I CRUSH ANYTHING AND IN RECORD TIME. Yes, that’s how I deal with Denuvo, of course.

When one participant pointed out that she hadn’t been actively cracking Denuvo lately—using the past tense “dealt” instead of “deal”—Empress responded with a surprising announcement:

I’m coming back this year. Thank you for the question.

This exchange has reignited excitement among both her followers and gamers who eagerly anticipate her return to the scene. Known for her unparalleled skills in bypassing DRM protections, Empress’s work has long been a topic of admiration and debate within the gaming community.

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