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Then buy a machine without TPM. Or buy games that don't require TPM.

Of course online multiplayer games are gonna have more stringent device security requirements to try to deter cheaters on the PC platforms. Companies aren't gonna mass produce new HW and SW customized to your own individual desires just because you want something else than the masses of consumers don't care about.

Vote with your wallet if TPM bothers you. Otherwise I don't see what your argument stands on.



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