This issue isn't always caused by a literal virtual machine (VM). It can be triggered by:
For , you can try editing the .vmx configuration file: Shut down the VM. Open the .vmx file in Notepad. Add the following lines to the bottom: monitor_control.restrict_backdoor = "true" hypervisor.cpuid.v0 = "FALSE" Save the file and restart the VM.
Open the , type "Turn Windows features on or off," and open it. Scroll down and uncheck the following: Virtual Machine Platform Windows Hypervisor Platform Windows Sandbox Click OK and Restart your computer. 2. Adjust BIOS Settings This issue isn't always caused by a literal
If you are intentionally trying to play Dead Space 3 on a VM (like VMware or Parallels), you may need to "hide" the VM's identity from the guest OS.
Locate the or Overclocking section.
The most effective fix for most users is disabling the Windows features that use virtualization.
Modern Windows features like Core Isolation or Virtual Machine Platform (often used for WSL2 or Android apps) run in a virtualized container that the game may detect. Add the following lines to the bottom: monitor_control
Some antivirus software uses small "sandboxes" or VMs to isolate processes, which can trigger the security alert. Step-by-Step Fixes to Run Dead Space 3
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