: If you have already downloaded or executed a file from such a torrent, it is highly recommended to run a full system scan using a reputable antivirus (like Microsoft Defender or Malwarebytes) to check for unauthorized background processes.
: While the game was eventually cracked by other entities (like Blizzless or EMPRESS), "CODEX" is not the verified source for a functional, safe crack of this specific title.
The search term "" refers to a pirated version of NieR Replicant ver.1.22474487139... purportedly cracked by the group CODEX .
: Files found on public torrent sites with this naming convention often contain Trojans, miners, or ransomware . Since there is no official CODEX release for the latest updates of this game, these uploads are high-risk.
: The cracking group CODEX officially retired in February 2022. Because NieR Replicant uses Denuvo DRM, and CODEX rarely cracked Denuvo-protected titles toward the end of their activity, any "new" torrents appearing under their name now are almost certainly malware or "fakes" designed to look legitimate.
However, there are several critical security risks and facts you should be aware of regarding this specific file: