Even though some publishers are showing signs that they are no longer using draconian DRM set-ups for PC games, some PC titles are still using things like activation limits for their titles. The latest such game to have such a set-up is the just released Starbreeze-Atari FPS The Chronicles of Riddick: Assault on Dark Athena.

Both the Starbreeze and Atari forums have messages from people complaining about the set up which they claim does not allow for any further installations of the game once its three install limit is reached. The Amazon.com retail listing for the game has also become yet another way for those folks concerned about such DRM practices to express their feelings.

But what is the truth behind all of this? Blue's News was contacted by an Atari rep who states that the game does require online activation to play the game. According to the statement, "The activation code lets you install the game on up to 3 machines, with an unlimited number of installs on each assuming that you don't change any major hardware in your PC or re-install your operating system. If you reach the maximum number of installations you can contact the Atari hotline and if it's a legitimate request you can get a new activation code."