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God of War Ragnarok's Steam Launch Met with Mixed Reception Amidst PSN Requirement Backlash
The PC release of God of War Ragnarok on Steam has sparked controversy, resulting in a "Mixed" user review score. Many fans are review-bombing the game in protest of Sony's mandatory PlayStation Network (PSN) account requirement. Launched last week, the game currently holds a 6/10 rating on the platform.
Sony's decision to require a PSN account for this single-player title has baffled and angered many players, directly fueling the negative reviews.
Interestingly, some players report successfully playing the game without linking a PSN account. One review states, "I understand the frustration over the PSN requirement; it's annoying when single-player games force online features. But I played fine without logging in. It's a shame; these reviews will deter people from an amazing game."
Other negative reviews cite technical issues, such as a black screen after launch, falsely reporting playtime even without completing the game. One user commented, "The PSN requirement ruined the experience. The game got stuck on a black screen after launch, and it falsely registered 1 hour 40 minutes of playtime. Unbelievable!"
Despite the negative reviews, positive feedback exists, praising the game's story and gameplay. Many attribute the negative scores solely to Sony's PSN requirement. A positive review reads, "The story is excellent, as expected. The negative reviews are mostly about the PSN issue. Sony needs to address this; otherwise, it's a fantastic PC port."
This situation mirrors the backlash Sony faced with Helldivers 2, which also initially required a PSN account. Following significant criticism, Sony reversed that decision. The current situation with God of War Ragnarok leaves Sony facing a similar challenge.
