Vanguard Introduces On-Demand Anti-Cheat Mode with New Security Requirements Starting later today, the anti-cheat system Vanguard will begin supporting on-demand sessions for users with sufficiently secured PC hardware. This update allows the software to launch only when a game is running, reducing its constant presence on the taskbar and freeing up system resources. The feature is optional, meaning users can choose to keep Vanguard active at all times or switch to a more streamlined, on-demand mode. The on-demand functionality relies on a set of security requirements known as "Vanguard Pre-Check," which ensures the system meets modern hardware and software standards. These requirements include enabling UEFI Mode, Secure Boot, Trusted Platform Module 2.0 (TPM), Virtualization-Based Security (VBS), Hypervisor-Protected Code Integrity (HVCI), and the Input-Output Memory Management Unit (IOMMU). Most newer PCs already have these settings enabled by default, but users with older systems may need to manually adjust their BIOS or firmware configurations. For users whose machines meet the Pre-Check criteria, a toggle to switch Vanguard into on-demand mode will appear in the next software update. This change will remove the anti-cheat driver from launching at system startup, allowing it to activate only when a Riot Games title is opened. The taskbar will regain 256 pixels of space, as the driver no longer runs continuously. If a user’s system does not meet the Pre-Check requirements, they can follow a guided process to enable the necessary security features. This involves navigating their motherboard’s BIOS settings to activate UEFI, Secure Boot, and other critical components. While some adjustments may require BIOS changes, Vanguard emphasizes that these steps are optional and not mandatory.#riot_games #vanguard #uefi_mode #secure_boot #trusted_platform_module
