Kenshi/core

What Kenshi/core is

Kenshi/core is a cross-platform anti-cheat and anti-tamper platform for 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 that include runtime hardening and code protection. Events from those four layers are correlated on one timeline. Its developer SDK supports Unreal, Unity, Source, and custom C++, while operator integrations include Slack, Discord, PagerDuty, and Datadog. Kenshi says the platform can run alongside EAC, BattlEye, in-house anti-cheat systems, and EDR tools including CrowdStrike, Sentinel, and Defender. The platform lists Linux and Windows, and includes a kernel-level client. A typical engagement begins with a scoping workshop, followed by SDK integration and live support through launch; integrations typically take 4 to 6 weeks. Licensing can be per title or per studio, and most engagements start with a scoped pilot for one title. Kenshi states that it uses TLS 1.3 for data in transit and AES-256 for data at rest, with processing and storage defaulting to UK and EU regions. It lists GDPR as compliant, ISO 27001 as aligned, and SOC 2 Type 2 as in progress. Kenshi was founded in 2024 and is headquartered in Cambridge, UK.

Who it suits

Kenshi/core suits game studios seeking anti-cheat and anti-tamper protections across hardware, kernel, runtime, and binary layers. Its SDK and engine support may fit teams using Unreal, Unity, Source, or custom C++, while per-title or per-studio licensing offers two engagement structures.

Limits

The Enterprise plan has custom pricing based on engine, platform mix, detection depth, and threat model. It is billed typically annually, with terms set during scoping.

Getting started

1. Visit the Kenshi/core platform website.
2. Arrange a scoping workshop for the engagement.
3. Choose a per-title or per-studio licensing structure.
4. Integrate the SDK with support through launch.

Verdict

Choose Kenshi/core if your studio needs layered anti-cheat and anti-tamper coverage, SDK support for its listed engines, and the option to license per title or studio. Teams should look elsewhere if they need a free plan or a published price.