The is a custom version of the game developed by the scene group Empress, known for circumventing Denuvo DRM. Its most notable "feature" is the reported removal of performance stuttering that plagued the official Steam version at launch. Key Performance Features

: It generally includes the Deluxe Edition content, such as the Trauma Pack (Mr. Raccoon weapon charm, Albert01 Chris pistol, and special safe room music).

: Depending on system specs (SSD vs HDD), installation typically takes between 8 to 17 minutes . Comparison Table: Steam vs. EMPRESS (Launch Period)