God of War Ragnarok's recent PC release on Steam has sparked controversy, resulting in a "Mixed" user review score. Many fans are review-bombing the game in protest against Sony's mandatory PlayStation Network (PSN) account requirement.
Steam Reviews Mixed for God of War Ragnarok
PSN Requirement Fuels Negative Reviews
Launched last week, God of War Ragnarok currently holds a 6/10 user rating on Steam, largely due to negative reviews stemming from the PSN account requirement. This decision has baffled many players, leading to the wave of negative feedback.
While numerous negative reviews cite the PSN requirement, some players report successfully playing the game without linking an account. One user commented, "The PSN requirement is frustrating, especially in a single-player game. But I played through fine without logging in. It's a shame; these reviews will deter people from an amazing game."
Another review highlights technical issues potentially linked to the PSN requirement: "The PSN requirement ruined the experience. The game got stuck on a black screen after logging in, yet it registered 1 hour 40 minutes of playtime. Unbelievable!"
Despite the negative backlash, positive reviews praise the game's quality, attributing the negative scores solely to Sony's policy. One player stated, "The story is fantastic, as expected. The negative reviews are almost entirely about the PSN requirement. Sony needs to address this; otherwise, the PC port is excellent."
This situation mirrors the controversy surrounding Helldivers 2, where Sony's initial PSN requirement was later reversed due to player outrage. Whether Sony will respond similarly to the God of War Ragnarok backlash remains to be seen.
