God of War Ragnarok's Rating on Steam are 'Mixed' as Sony Faces PSN Requirement Backlash Again

God of War Ragnarok's PC Steam launch has been met with a mixed reception, primarily due to Sony's controversial PSN account requirement. This mandatory linking has sparked a wave of negative reviews, impacting the game's overall user score.

Mixed User Reviews on Steam

Currently holding a 6/10 user rating on Steam, God of War Ragnarok is experiencing a review bombing. Many players are expressing their frustration with the PSN requirement, deeming it an unnecessary addition to a single-player title.

Some users report successfully playing the game without linking a PSN account, suggesting potential inconsistencies in implementation. One review highlights the irony: "I understand the PSN anger; it's frustrating. But I played fine without logging in. These negative reviews hurt an amazing game." Another player describes technical issues, stating, "The PSN requirement ruined the experience. The game crashed to a black screen, yet it logged 1 hour 40 minutes of playtime—absurd!"

Despite the negative feedback, positive reviews also exist, praising the game's quality and attributing the negative scores solely to Sony's policy. A representative positive review reads: "Great story, as expected. The negative reviews are mostly about PSN. Sony needs to address this; otherwise, it's a fantastic PC port."

Sony's PSN Requirement Backlash

This isn't the first time Sony has faced this type of backlash. The similar PSN requirement for Helldivers 2 resulted in a significant outcry, ultimately leading Sony to reverse its decision. Whether they will do the same for God of War Ragnarok remains to be seen. The situation highlights the growing tension between publishers implementing online features in single-player games and the player community's resistance to such practices.