Sony Backs Down from “Helldivers 2” PSN Link Demand

Key Points:

– Helldivers 2, a multiplayer shooter game, was set to release on Steam and Epic Games Store on March 1, 2023.
– Sony Interactive Entertainment had previously demanded that the game include a PlayStation Network (PSN) link for online multiplayer, which the developers, Matterhorn Games, refused to do.
– Without the PSN link, Sony threatened to block cross-play between the Steam/Epic Games Store and PlayStation versions of the game.
– Matterhorn Games announced on February 23, 2023, that Sony had given up on its demand for the PSN link.
– The developers stated that they will now focus on adding Steam and Epic Games Store achievements and leaderboards.

Hot Take:

Well, it looks like Sony finally realized that trying to force a PSN link on a game that doesn’t want one is about as fun as trying to force square pegs into round holes. Or, you know, trying to make Jello wrestling an Olympic sport. I mean, come on, Sony, let the developers live their best lives! And let’s be real, if gamers really wanted to play “Helldivers 2” with their PlayStation pals, they could just invite them over for a good old-fashioned couch co-op session. Or, you know, buy a PlayStation. But hey, that’s just my two cents. #SonyGivesUp #Helldivers2

Original Article: https://www.forbes.com/sites/paultassi/2024/05/06/sony-gives-up-helldivers-2-psn-link-demand-the-only-way-this-could-have-ended/