As a gaming enthusiast, I can’t help but feel the frustration that many players experienced last year when Sony’s region lock controversy left us pondering over the missed opportunity to enjoy blockbuster PlayStation titles like God of War and Marvel’s Spider-Man on Steam. It’s disheartening to think that geographical boundaries could deny us access to such amazing games.
Sony implemented region restrictions on PlayStation-exclusive games when they were released on PC, a move that sparked considerable and justified criticism among eager gamers anticipating these titles.
On the other hand, they appeared to reconsider their choice regarding the launch of “Helldivers 2“, possibly due to the extraordinary success of “Stellar Blade” on PC, which gives off a hint of being excessively grasping.
Sony lifts region lock on Helldivers 2 after Stellar Blade’s PC release
Helldivers 2, published by PlayStation, was among several games impacted by restrictive regional locks imposed by Sony, which is not particularly democratic given that the game relies heavily on a large player base for an optimal experience.
Indeed, regardless of whether they were impacted or not by geographical limitations, players found themselves upset with the constraints imposed on them since living in a certain location prevented them from enjoying what was advertised as an exceptional multiplayer experience.
It appears that Sony has responded to player demands by discreetly eliminating region restrictions on Helldivers 2, following the highly successful launch of Stellar Blade on PC.
Stellar Blade was a unique PlayStation game among its peers, as it wasn’t restricted by region at launch unlike most other major Sony titles. A Reddit user ‘Ohhifoundarock’, who posts on r/Helldivers, shared this welcome news, bringing relief to the community.
It’s quite clear that Sony isn’t trying to hide their greed; the lifting of region locks on “Helldivers 2” appears to be a direct result of the successful launch of “Stellar Blade” on Steam. They recognized the potential for increased earnings from previously locked regions, which led them to remove these restrictions.
No matter the reason behind Sony’s decision, the fans of Helldivers 2 are joyful because now people can enjoy their beloved PlayStation game on a PC, eliminating concerns related to regional restrictions when playing together.
It’s important to note that certain areas like Vietnam, Syria, and Russia, along with others, have yet to gain access to Helldivers 2 as Sony has not made a decision regarding availability in these regions. For more information about the affected areas, you can refer to SteamDB.
If you reside in areas untouched by conflict, now’s your chance to lend a hand in the struggle for liberty and democracy throughout the galaxy!
Along with Helldivers 2, Sony lifts the region locks on more titles
Increasingly, PlayStation-published games are becoming region-free on PC, a change largely attributed to the release of “Stellar Blade” on PC. Games such as “God of War Ragnarok”, “Marvel’s Spider-Man 2”, and “The Last of Us Part II Remastered” are among those that no longer have regional restrictions.
It would have been ideal if the choice to remove these limitations had been made a year ago. Ideally, such restrictions shouldn’t have been imposed at all. Nevertheless, it’s always better late than never, and now PC gamers can finally experience the exclusives they’ve long been anticipating.
As a gamer, I’m thrilled about Sony’s latest move! It’s fantastic to witness them taking strides in the right direction and making their treasure trove of masterpieces accessible to gamers worldwide. This is undeniably a massive victory for PC gamers like me, and it feels like the best time ever to be part of this gaming community.
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2025-06-14 13:13