God of War Ragnarok's PC release on Steam has sparked 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 rating on Steam, largely due to negative reviews stemming from the PSN requirement. This unexpected mandate has left many players frustrated, leading to the wave of negative feedback.

While some players report successfully playing the game without linking a PSN account, others express their discontent. One user stated, "The PSN requirement is frustrating, especially in a single-player game. However, I played without logging in, which is strange. These negative reviews are unfairly impacting an excellent game."

Another review highlights technical issues potentially 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, positive feedback exists, praising the game's story and gameplay. Many positive reviewers attribute the negative scores solely to Sony's controversial decision. One player wrote, "The story is fantastic, as expected. The negative reviews are almost entirely about the PSN requirement. Sony needs to address this; otherwise, the PC port is top-tier."

This situation mirrors the backlash Sony faced with Helldivers 2, which also initially required a PSN account. Following significant criticism, Sony reversed its decision for that title. The future of God of War Ragnarok's PSN requirement remains uncertain.