In the last few days, the planned PSN requirement for “Helldivers 2” on Steam led to review bombing and a lot of criticism. In an official statement, Sony Interactive Entertainment has now admitted that the company will not pursue its plans regarding the PSN requirement after the backlash from the community.
After the successful launch on Steam, a small announcement meant that the developers of Arrowhead and the co-op shooter “Helldivers 2” were faced with massive headwinds in the last few days.
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In detail, it is about the fact that linking to a PSN account on Steam, which was initially suspended due to technical problems, should soon become mandatory. Shortly after of the announcement There was not only an outcry from the community. At the same time, Arrowhead was featured on Steam a review bombing and players confronted initiated refunds.
With the measure to stop sales of “Helldivers 2” in countries where PSN is not officially available, those responsible poured additional fuel on the fire. In a current statement, the role now followed backwards.
Sony Interctive Entertainment is backing away from its plans
After the developers of Arrowhead promised that they were looking for a solution, Sony Interactive Entertainment has now announced that it will no longer pursue its plans regarding the PSN requirement in the case of “Helldivers 2”. At the same time, those responsible admitted that they are currently still looking for the best experiences for the community on the PC.
“Helldivers fans. We've heard your feedback on the Helldivers 2 account linking update. The May 6 update, which would have required Steam and PlayStation Network accounts to be linked for new players and for current players starting May 30, will not continue.”
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“We're still learning what's best for PC gamers. Your feedback was invaluable. “Thank you again for your continued support of Helldivers 2. We will keep you updated on our future plans,” continued Sony Interactive Entertainment.
The company left it open as to when “Helldivers 2” will return to sales on Steam in the numerous countries where PSN is not officially supported. It also remains to be seen whether the announced countermeasures will be enough to appease the community on Steam.
Most recently, the review bombing ensured that “Helldivers 2” even fell behind disappointments like “Redfall” in terms of user ratings. Not only on Steam, the community recently assumed that the PR disaster could damage the success of “Helldivers 2” in the long term. Even in ours current survey A similar picture emerged.
“Helldivers 2” was released in February for the PC and PS5. Since then, the developers have regularly provided the shooter with updates and new content. For example, a new and icy war bond will be launched shortly.
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