In response to Sony’s decision to require Helldivers 2 players on Steam to link their games to active PSN accounts, Arrowhead Studios has assured players in unsupported regions that they will still be able to play the game. The mandate from Sony sparked negative reviews and concerns from players regarding data privacy and accessibility.
Arrowhead Studios community manager Spitz clarified in a Discord message that if a better solution isn’t provided for players in regions without PSN coverage, the studio won’t make the requirement mandatory for those players. This statement comes after thousands of players expressed frustration over the account linking mandate, leading to negative reviews on Helldivers 2’s Steam store page.
The decision from Sony to implement the account linking requirement has been met with criticism not only from players but also from Arrowhead Studios staff. The community manager mentioned that the response from the development teams has been universally negative, and they are actively seeking better alternatives.
Despite the backlash, the studio boss acknowledged the concerns raised by the community, indicating that they are considering alternative options. This response reflects Arrowhead Studios’ commitment to addressing the concerns of players and ensuring a positive gaming experience for all Helldivers 2 players.
As the situation continues to evolve, players await further updates and potential resolutions to the ongoing controversy surrounding the PSN account linking requirement for Helldivers 2 on Steam.
