Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls is now blocked in 132 countries thanks to Sony's controversial PSN linking requirements
Sony’s PSN linking policy cuts off *Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls* for PC players in 132 countries—reviving a 2024 controversy
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Sony’s requirement that *Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls* on PC link to PlayStation Network (PSN) has triggered a global block, with the game now unavailable for purchase in 132 countries. The restriction follows a similar 2024 backlash over *Helldivers 2*’s PSN mandate, which also led to regional exclusions. Coverage highlights the policy’s impact on non-PS4/PS5 users, particularly in markets where PSN access is limited or restricted.
Outlets including *IGN*, *GameLuster*, *Instant Gaming News*, and *EventHubs* report the block as a direct consequence of Sony’s enforcement of PSN linking, framing it as a repeat of the *Helldivers 2* controversy. Next steps hinge on Sony’s response and potential developer concessions. If Marvelous or Sony modifies the PSN requirement, the block could lift; otherwise, players in affected regions may seek unofficial workarounds or regional accountarounds.
Coverage does not yet specify whether mobile or console versions of the game are impacted.
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Quick answers
Why is *Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls* blocked in these countries?
Sony’s policy requires PC versions of the game to link to PSN, which is unavailable or restricted in 132 countries, leading to purchase blocks.
Is this the first time Sony has enforced PSN linking for PC games?
No—this follows a 2024 controversy over *Helldivers 2*, which also faced regional exclusions due to the same PSN requirement.
Will the console or mobile versions of the game be affected?
Coverage does not yet specify whether the block applies to console or mobile versions of *Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls*.
Coverage (5)
- On PC, MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls will not be available in 132 countries Instant Gaming News · 22h ago
- Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls on PC Blocked in 132 Countries Due to PlayStation Account Requirement GamingBolt · 1d ago
- Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls purchases for the PC have been blocked in 132 countries EventHubs · 1d ago
- Marvel Tokon Blocked in 132 Countries 2 Years After Helldivers 2's PSN Requirement Controversy IGN · 1d ago
- Marvel Tokon Blocked in 132 Regions Over PSN Policy GameLuster · 1d ago
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