Sony’s ongoing strategy regarding the availability of PlayStation games on PC continues to raise eyebrows, particularly in light of its recent decision to eliminate the mandatory PlayStation Network (PSN) sign-in requirement. While the company has made strides to appease players by allowing access without a PSN account, the reality remains that a significant number of its titles are still inaccessible in various regions.
Stellar Blade fans concerned as Lost Soul Aside is the latest PlayStation game to be region blocked
The latest casualty in this ongoing saga is the highly-anticipated game, Lost Soul Aside. According to discussions on ResetEra, the SteamDB entry for this PlayStation-published title reveals that it is blocked in an astonishing 130 countries, all of which lack official PSN support. This situation raises questions about Sony’s commitment to expanding its reach in the global gaming market.
Despite the optional nature of the PSN requirement, previously released PlayStation games remain inaccessible in these same regions. This inconsistency has left many players puzzled and frustrated. For instance, gamers in countries such as the Philippines and Vietnam find themselves unable to even view the store page for PlayStation games on Steam, effectively shutting them out of the experience entirely.
The implications of this strategy are particularly concerning for fans of Stellar Blade, who now face uncertainty regarding their ability to purchase the game should Sony decide to release it on PC. With a potential lockout affecting players in 130 countries, the decision to restrict access raises significant questions about Sony’s approach to regional availability and its impact on the broader gaming community.
