Sony overturns Helldivers 2 PSN requirement following backlash

Following significant backlash from the gaming community, Sony has retracted its decision to mandate PlayStation Network (PSN) account linking for Helldivers 2 players on Steam. The initial plan, announced on Friday, faced immediate opposition, leading to numerous negative reviews and the game being pulled from sale in numerous countries. Sony acknowledged the feedback and canceled the update, emphasizing their ongoing learning process about PC player preferences and promising continued dialogue on future updates.