God of War Ragnarok's PC Steam launch has been met with a mixed reception, largely due to Sony's controversial PSN account requirement. This mandatory linking has sparked a wave of negative reviews, impacting the game's overall user score.

Mixed Reviews on Steam

Currently holding a 6/10 user rating on Steam, God of War Ragnarok is experiencing a significant amount of review bombing. Many fans are expressing their frustration over the forced PSN account integration, deeming it unnecessary for a single-player title.

The PSN requirement has left many players bewildered, fueling the negative reviews. However, some users report successfully playing the game without linking their accounts, highlighting a potential inconsistency in implementation. One player commented, "The PSN requirement is frustrating, but I played fine without logging in. It's a shame; these reviews will deter people from an amazing game."

Another review states, "The PSN requirement ruined the experience. The game even registered 1 hour 40 minutes of playtime despite being stuck on a black screen – absurd!"

Despite the negative reviews, positive feedback also exists, praising the game's story and gameplay. These players attribute the negative scores solely to Sony's policy. One such review reads, "Great story, as expected. The negative reviews are almost entirely about the PSN requirement. Sony needs to address this; otherwise, the PC port is excellent."

This situation mirrors the backlash Sony faced with Helldivers 2, where a similar PSN requirement was later revoked due to widespread criticism. Whether Sony will respond similarly to the God of War Ragnarok situation remains to be seen.