Last Updated: 2025-07-17
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“This game requires Secure Boot on capable hardware.”
To maintain the integrity of gameplay and reduce the risk of unauthorized software or cheating tools, THE FINALS requires Secure Boot to be enabled on systems that support it.
Secure Boot is a security feature built into most modern Windows PCs. When enabled, it ensures that only trusted, signed software is loaded during system startup. This helps protect your PC from malicious or unauthorized programs, many of which are unsigned and commonly used for cheating or exploiting games.
Secure Boot is not the same as kernel-level anti-cheat software, and it does not involve any third-party programs. It’s a Microsoft-verified security layer, and in many cases (especially on Windows 11), it is enabled by default.
Secure Boot prevents unauthorized, unsigned software from launching something often used to inject cheats or manipulate games. As part of our ongoing commitment to fair play, THE FINALS uses Secure Boot as an additional anti-cheat safeguard on supported systems.
You can follow our step-by-step instructions here:
How to Check Your Secure Boot Status
The exact process for enabling Secure Boot varies depending on your device manufacturer. Below are links to the official instructions for some common PC brands:
Samsung (Select your model and consult the user manual)
Tip: If your manufacturer isn’t listed, try searching:
"[Your computer brand] enable Secure Boot"
If you’re unsure how to proceed, contact your PC or motherboard manufacturer directly for help.
Please double-check that Secure Boot is fully enabled and supported on your system. If you're unsure how, refer to:
How to Check Your Secure Boot Status
If Secure Boot is enabled but you're still seeing errors, please Embark Support We’re here to help.