Sony recently made the decision to backtrack on their decision regarding the account linking update for Helldivers 2, much to the delight of the community. After receiving backlash, Sony realized their mistake and announced that the update would not be moving forward. However, region restrictions still remain. In this video, KhrazeGaming provides an overview of the situation, including Sony’s official response and the CEO of Arrowhead’s comments. Let’s jump right in and take a closer look at the key takeaways from the video.
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Key Takeaways:
- Sony backtracks on account linking update for Helldivers 2
- Region restrictions still remain
- Arrowhead’s CEO comments on the situation
- Effects of the boycott and misguided hate
Sony’s Backtrack on Account Linking
Sony initially made the decision to require Steam and Playstation network account linking for new and current players of Helldivers 2. However, after receiving extensive backlash from the community, Sony announced that the update would not be moving forward. This decision was seen as a huge win for the fanbase, as it showed that their voices were heard and their feedback was valued.
Region Restrictions
While Sony backtracked on the account linking update, region restrictions still remain for certain countries. These restrictions prevent players in these regions from accessing and purchasing the game. This has caused frustration among players, as they are unable to enjoy the game due to these limitations. Additionally, there have been issues with refunds for players within these regions, as the refund process is more complicated.
Arrowhead CEO’s Comments
The CEO of Arrowhead, the developer behind Helldivers 2, also provided some insight into the situation. He mentioned that account linking was initially implemented due to requirements from publishers and the importance for online titles on Playstation. However, when the servers experienced issues on launch day, the decision was made to temporarily disable account linking. The CEO takes responsibility for not ensuring players were made more aware of the requirement and acknowledges the backlash from the community.
Effects of the Boycott and Misguided Hate
The boycott against Sony’s account linking update has had severe and effective consequences. However, some of the hate spilled over to other titles that Sony had no involvement in. This misguided hate directed towards other Arrowhead releases shows the unfortunate side effects of controversial situations. It is important to differentiate between the actions of Sony and the developers behind the game.
With the recent backtrack from Sony, the question remains about their future policy on account linking. Will it be mandatory for all online games, especially those that release multiplatform? Clear communication and transparency from Sony will be crucial moving forward to avoid similar controversies in the future.
