Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy, a prequel to the critically acclaimed A Plague Tale series, has reportedly been leaked online, with the PC version circulating a full week before its scheduled August 27 release. This incident adds to a growing pattern of early game leaks affecting PC titles.
Reports emerged on the game's subreddit detailing the alleged cracking of the game's DRM and the subsequent online distribution of pirated copies. Images from the game's loading screen have appeared, with some users claiming to have already begun playing, while others are actively avoiding spoilers. These images have also been observed on piracy-focused subreddits.
The exact method by which the PC version of Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy was compromised remains unclear. However, this is far from the first major game to experience an early leak this year. Notable examples include Forza Horizon 6, which saw some players gain early access before its launch in May, and Lego Batman, which became available to Xbox players ahead of schedule. The leak also follows the unauthorized release of Grand Theft Auto 6 gameplay clips and the early appearance of content from 007 First Light.
Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy, developed by Asobo Studio, does not feature a paid early access option. The game is expected to be a narrative-driven experience, similar to its predecessors, but will incorporate a new action-focused approach with a parry system. It is slated to be available day-one on Game Pass Ultimate for both console and PC players. The game is anticipated to offer approximately 20 hours of gameplay.