Helldivers 2 Drama: Sony's PSN Lockout Sparks Global Backlash

Sony's PSN requirement sparks outrage as Helldivers 2 delisted in 170+ countries on Steam, triggering backlash.

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With 52.1% negative reviews on Steam, Helldivers 2's status shifts to 'Mixed' as players protest the PSN mandate.

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Arrowhead CEO Johan Pilestedt acknowledges fault in not informing players of the PSN requirement, promises solutions.

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Diplomatic war ensues between Sony and Arrowhead as community backlash intensifies. Forbes reports a coordinated campaign.

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Controversy brews as Sony weighs PSN linking to combat cheaters. Arrowhead CEO pushes back, placing responsibility on Sony.

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Helldivers 2 Drama: Sony's PSN Lockout Sparks Global Backlash

Helldivers 2 Drama: Sony's PSN Lockout Sparks Global Backlash

Sony's PSN requirement sparks outrage as Helldivers 2 delisted in 170+ countries on Steam, triggering backlash.

Sony's PSN requirement sparks outrage as Helldivers 2 delisted in 170+ countries on Steam, triggering backlash.

With 52.1% negative reviews on Steam, Helldivers 2's status shifts to 'Mixed' as players protest the PSN mandate.

With 52.1% negative reviews on Steam, Helldivers 2's status shifts to 'Mixed' as players protest the PSN mandate.

Arrowhead CEO Johan Pilestedt acknowledges fault in not informing players of the PSN requirement, promises solutions.

Arrowhead CEO Johan Pilestedt acknowledges fault in not informing players of the PSN requirement, promises solutions.

Diplomatic war ensues between Sony and Arrowhead as community backlash intensifies. Forbes reports a coordinated campaign.

Diplomatic war ensues between Sony and Arrowhead as community backlash intensifies. Forbes reports a coordinated campaign.

Controversy brews as Sony weighs PSN linking to combat cheaters. Arrowhead CEO pushes back, placing responsibility on Sony.

Controversy brews as Sony weighs PSN linking to combat cheaters. Arrowhead CEO pushes back, placing responsibility on Sony.

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