The highly anticipated Ghost Of Tsushima Director’s Cut is set to launch on PC this week, but it seems that players in nearly 180 countries will be missing out on the full experience. The reason behind this unfortunate situation is the requirement for players to sign in to a PSN account to access the game’s online features.
Upon closer inspection, it becomes evident that the issue of regional restrictions affecting access to online features is not a new one. Similar problems were faced by players of Helldivers 2 in the past, leading to a backlash from the gaming community. The recent addition of ‘purchase restricted countries’ for Ghost Of Tsushima on Steam has sparked controversy among players, with some reporting automatic refunds for their pre-orders.
Despite Ghost Of Tsushima being primarily a single-player game, the necessity of a PSN account for online multiplayer mode and other features has upset many fans. The developers, Sucker Punch, have tried to address these concerns by emphasizing that a PSN account is not required to enjoy the single-player campaign. However, the lack of availability of PSN accounts in certain regions continues to be a major roadblock for players.
The incidents surrounding Helldivers 2 earlier this year should serve as a cautionary tale for game developers and publishers. The negative impact of regional restrictions on player experience and the subsequent backlash on platforms like Steam cannot be underestimated. Sony’s decision to drop the requirement for a PSN account in response to player feedback reflects the importance of listening to the community.
As Ghost Of Tsushima prepares for its launch on PC, it will be interesting to see how Sony handles the issue of regional restrictions and online features. Will they be more flexible in their approach, or will they stand firm on their requirements? The impact of this decision on the game’s Steam reviews remains to be seen, but one thing is certain: player feedback and the overall gaming experience should take precedence in such situations.
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