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

God of War Ragnarok's PC Steam release has sparked significant controversy, resulting in a "Mixed" user review score. Many fans are review-bombing the game in protest of Sony's mandatory PlayStation Network (PSN) account requirement.

Steam Review Bombing Over PSN Mandate

Launched last week, God of War Ragnarok currently holds a 6/10 user rating on Steam. The negative reviews stem primarily from Sony's controversial decision to require a PSN account for a single-player title. This decision has left many players frustrated and has fueled the negative review trend.

While numerous negative reviews cite the PSN requirement, some players report successfully playing the game without linking an account. One user stated, "I understand the PSN anger; it's frustrating when single-player games force online features. But I played fine without logging in. It's a shame these reviews might deter people from an amazing game."

Another review highlights technical issues possibly linked to the PSN requirement: "The PSN requirement ruined the experience. The game got stuck on a black screen after login, even though it registered 1 hour 40 minutes of playtime—absurd!"

Despite the negative feedback, positive reviews praise the game's quality, attributing the low score solely to Sony's policy. One player wrote, "Great story, as expected. The negative reviews are almost entirely about the PSN requirement. Sony needs to address this; otherwise, the PC port is excellent."

This situation mirrors the recent backlash against Sony's PSN requirement for Helldivers 2. Following widespread criticism, Sony reversed its decision for that title. Whether they will do the same for God of War Ragnarok remains to be seen.