Sony Underfire Yet Again for Blocking Marvel Tokon in 132 Countries on PC
Sony faces widespread criticism as the PC version of Marvel Tōkon becomes unavailable in 132 countries due to mandatory PlayStation Network requirements.
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Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls is currently inaccessible to PC users in 132 countries. Coverage indicates the unavailability is linked to a requirement for a PlayStation Network account, drawing comparisons to previous issues involving Helldivers 2.
The industry discussion centers on Sony's regional policies regarding PC titles and the accessibility of their services globally. Observers are monitoring the situation for potential shifts in Sony’s platform requirements.
Coverage does not yet specify if the developer or publisher intends to revise account policies or provide alternative access in the affected regions.
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Quick answers
Why is Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls unavailable in certain regions?
Coverage states the game is being blocked due to a mandatory PlayStation Network account requirement.
How many countries are affected by the block?
The game is reported as blocked in 132 countries.
Has there been an official change to the PSN requirement?
Coverage does not yet specify any changes to the policy.
Coverage (7)
- PIONER Devs Break Radio Silence Regarding Future Updates Insider Gaming · 16h ago
- MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls Is Banned In 132 Countries, But There's Still Hope Steam Deck HQ · 16h ago
- PlayStation Has Clearly Learned Nothing From Helldivers 2, As Marvel Tokon Is Being Blocked In 132 Countries OpenCritic · 16h ago
- ‘Tarkov Meets Fallout’ MMO Faces Bankruptcy As Updates Stop and Reviews Plummet Insider Gaming · 16h ago
- PIONER creators explained how they will fix the game ixbt.games · 16h ago
- PlayStation Reportedly Blocks Marvel Tokon PC in 132 Countries Over PSN Requirement VICE · 16h ago
- Sony Underfire Yet Again for Blocking Marvel Tokon in 132 Countries on PC Push Square · 16h ago
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