Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls is now blocked in 132 countries thanks to Sony's controversial PSN linking requirements
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls faces restricted availability across 132 countries due to mandatory PlayStation Network account requirements.
📍 Aftermath
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls remained unavailable for PC users in 132 countries due to Sony’s mandatory PlayStation Network account requirement for purchases. The restrictions were confirmed across multiple reports, with no updates indicating a reversal or alternative solution.
The story quieted without further developments in coverage.
Epilogue added 44d ago, after coverage quieted.
Quick answers
How many countries are affected by the block?
Coverage confirms that Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls is blocked in 132 countries.
What is the reason for the restricted availability?
The restrictions are attributed to mandatory PlayStation Network account linking requirements for the PC version of the game.
Is this a new industry policy?
Coverage notes that this situation follows previous industry controversies regarding similar PSN account requirements, such as those seen in 2024 with Helldivers 2.
The brief
The PC version of the upcoming title Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls has been blocked for purchase in 132 countries. This limitation coincides with the game's pending launch and affects regions where the PlayStation Network is currently unavailable.
Coverage from TechPowerUp, GamingBolt, IGN, and other outlets identifies the mandatory PlayStation Network account linking policy as the primary cause for these regional blocks. Reports note that this follows similar industry controversies regarding platform account requirements.
Future developments will depend on whether account policies are adjusted to accommodate restricted regions or if current limitations remain in effect for the game's release.
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Sources (6)
- Marvel Tōkon Fighting Souls Blocked in 132 Countries Ahead of Launch TechPowerUp · 47d ago
- On PC, MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls will not be available in 132 countries Instant Gaming News · 47d ago
- Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls on PC Blocked in 132 Countries Due to PlayStation Account Requirement GamingBolt · 47d ago
- Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls purchases for the PC have been blocked in 132 countries EventHubs · 47d ago
- Marvel Tokon Blocked in 132 Countries 2 Years After Helldivers 2's PSN Requirement Controversy IGN · 47d ago
- Marvel Tokon Blocked in 132 Regions Over PSN Policy GameLuster · 47d ago
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