"The Last of Us Part 2 PC Port Needs PSN Account"

Summary

• The Last of Us Part 2 Remastered on PC will require a PlayStation Network account, frustrating some prospective players.
• The game will be released on April 3, 2025.

When The Last of Us Part 2 Remastered hits PC screens later this year, it will still require a PlayStation Network (PSN) account. This move by Sony has stirred up some controversy with their PC ports of formerly exclusive titles. While bringing fan-favorite games like The Last of Us Part 2 Remastered to Steam is exciting, the mandatory PSN account requirement is a sticking point for many gamers.

The original Last of Us, remastered as The Last of Us Part 1, has been available on PC since 2022. Following its successful launch, Sony is set to release The Last of Us Part 2 on PC on April 3, 2025. This sequel, previously exclusive to PlayStation and requiring a PS5 for the remastered version, is a big deal for fans. However, the requirement for a PSN account might dampen the enthusiasm for some.

The official Steam page for The Last of Us Part 2 Remastered clearly states that a PSN account is needed to play the game, and players can link their existing PSN accounts to their Steam profile. This detail might be easy to overlook, but it's a significant issue. Previous PC ports of PlayStation games faced similar backlash, with Sony eventually removing the PSN requirement for Helldivers 2 due to strong community feedback.

Sony's Push for PSN Account Creation on PC

Sony's strategy to require a PSN account for PC games is understandable from a business standpoint. For instance, the PC version of Ghost of Tsushima needs a PSN profile for multiplayer and to access the PlayStation overlay. However, The Last of Us Part 2 is a single-player game, making the necessity of a PSN account seem out of place. It appears to be a tactic to encourage more PC players to engage with Sony's ecosystem, even if they don't own a PlayStation.

Creating a PSN account is free, but setting up or linking an additional profile can be a hassle for those eager to jump into the game. Moreover, the PSN service isn't available in all countries, potentially making the game inaccessible to some fans. Given the series' reputation for pushing boundaries in gaming accessibility, such a restriction might not sit well with the community.