God of War Ragnarok's PC release on Steam 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 Requirement

Launched last week, God of War Ragnarok currently holds a 6/10 rating on Steam. This negative reception stems primarily from the PSN account mandate, a decision that has baffled and angered many players.

While some negative reviews cite the PSN requirement as a reason for their low score, others report playing the game without linking an account. One user commented, "The PSN requirement is annoying, but I played fine without logging in. It's a shame these reviews will deter others from an amazing game."

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

Despite the negative reviews, many positive comments praise the game's quality, attributing the low overall score solely to Sony's policy. "Great story, as expected," one player wrote. "The negative reviews are mostly about the PSN requirement. Sony needs to address this; otherwise, the game is fantastic on PC."

Sony's Past PSN Controversies

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.