Sony announced that The Last of Us Part 2 Remastered will require a PlayStation Network account in the PC version. This may limit access for some players.
Sony, Naughty Dog’s popular game The Last of Us Part 2 RemasteredAnnounced that a PlayStation Network (PSN) account is required for the PC version of . This requirement is officially stated on the game’s Steam page. However, the fact that PSN is only active in 73 countries may prevent many players from accessing this game. There is no PSN support in regions such as the Baltic countries and most of Africa, creating a significant disadvantage for gamers.
PSN Requirement and Players’ Reaction
The PSN account requirement has become the focus of criticism, especially in single-player games. The same condition was previously applied to games such as God of War Ragnarök, and this led to negative user reviews on Steam. Players are forced to create fake accounts to access the game in countries where there is no PSN account. However, the possibility of Sony banning these accounts creates concern among gamers.
Sony states that this obligation is necessary to increase player safety and protect community values. The company argues that PSN connectivity makes it easier to monitor player behavior and block malicious activity. He also emphasizes that this system is critical so that banned players can appeal their accounts. However, these statements are insufficient to change the negative perception among players.
The Last of Us Part 2 Remastered will be released on Steam in 2024. However, due to the PSN requirement, it is expected to face criticism at launch, just like previous Sony games. Gamers continue to call for Sony to review this policy.