Pirated versions generally cannot connect to official Activision servers. Online multiplayer is typically restricted to LAN play with bots or other players using the same crack.
Users often report an error stating "Steam must be running to play this game." Fixes usually involve applying specific LAN fixes or updated crack files from repositories like GameCopyWorld .
Recent reports from Infosec Writeups indicate that the game (even via Game Pass) has been targeted by hackers using RCE exploits, which can allow malicious code to run on a player's machine.
According to the official specifications on Green Man Gaming , your PC must meet these minimum standards to run the game: Intel Core i3 3225 3.3 GHz or AMD Ryzen 5 1400. RAM: 8 GB.