God of War Ragnarok's recent PC release on Steam has sparked controversy, resulting in a wave of negative user reviews. The source of the outrage? Sony's controversial requirement for a PlayStation Network (PSN) account to play the single-player game.
Mixed Reception on Steam
The game currently holds a "Mixed" user rating on Steam, a direct consequence of this review-bombing. Many fans, frustrated by the PSN requirement, have voiced their displeasure through negative reviews, dragging the overall score down to 6/10.
Conflicting Experiences
While many players report negative experiences stemming from the PSN requirement, some have stated they played the game without issue, highlighting the inconsistencies in the reported problems. One user commented, "The PSN requirement is frustrating, but I played perfectly fine without logging in. It's a shame this is overshadowing an incredible game." Another review mentions technical difficulties, stating, "The PSN requirement ruined the experience. The game crashed to a black screen after login, yet it registered 1 hour 40 minutes of playtime – absurd!"
Positive Reviews Amidst the Criticism
Despite the negative reviews, positive feedback exists, praising the game's story and gameplay. These users attribute the negative ratings solely to Sony's controversial policy. One player wrote, "Great story, as expected. The negative reviews are almost entirely about the PSN requirement. Sony needs to address this; otherwise, the game is excellent on PC."
History Repeats Itself?
This situation mirrors Sony's experience with Helldivers 2, which also faced a similar backlash over its PSN account requirement. Sony eventually reversed its decision for that title after widespread criticism. Whether they will do the same for God of War Ragnarok remains to be seen.
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