PSN Accounts for Playstation's PC Ports No Longer Required (For Some Games)

Sony's PlayStation Network (PSN) account requirement for some PC ports is changing. Starting after the January 30, 2025 release of Marvel's Spider-Man 2 on PC, PSN accounts will become optional for several titles.

Games Affected:

This change affects Marvel's Spider-Man 2, God of War Ragnarök, Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered, and the upcoming PC release of The Last of Us Part II Remastered (April 2025). However, games like Ghost of Tsushima Director’s Cut and Until Dawn will still require PSN accounts.

Incentives for Using a PSN Account:

While optional, using a PSN account offers benefits:

• Trophies and Friend Management: Access to PlayStation's trophy system and friend lists.
• In-Game Bonuses: Exclusive content for certain games:
  • Marvel's Spider-Man 2: Spider-Man 2099 Black Suit and Miles Morales 2099 Suit.
  • God of War Ragnarök: Armor of the Black Bear set and resource bundle.
  • The Last of Us Part II Remastered: Bonus points, Ellie skin (Jordan’s Jacket).
  • Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered: Nora Valiant outfit.

Sony plans to add further incentives in the future.

Background and Backlash:

Previous requirements for PSN accounts on PC, particularly for Helldivers 2 and God of War Ragnarök, faced significant player backlash due to limited PSN availability (70+ countries) and concerns about data privacy. This led to negative reviews and, in the case of Helldivers 2, a reversal of the PSN requirement.

This shift towards optional PSN accounts on PC suggests Sony is responding to player feedback and adapting its approach to PC gaming.