A: Early PC versions of Nioh had Denuvo DRM, which severely impacted performance. CODEX removed Denuvo entirely, allowing the game to run at native speeds. The v1.21.06 crack was considered a "masterpiece" of reverse engineering.
A: Verify the file sizes. A proper CODEX release for this update is exactly 2.8 GB . If your download is smaller, use a BitTorrent client to re-check the files. Common errors come from incomplete downloads due to low seed counts.
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If you have successfully installed this update, you are playing Nioh in its definitive form. Whether you are mastering the Ki Pulse or dying for the 100th time to Hino-Enma, know that v1.21.06 is the version that finally allowed the PC samurai to stand side-by-side with their console brethren.