An official from Arrowhead has disclosed that discussions are underway with Sony to manage the current debate surrounding the unexpected enforcement of the PSN account prerequisite for playing Helldivers 2 on PC. This recent update also shed light on the unfolding Helldivers 2 narrative.

Helldivers 2 PSN Account Dispute Overview

The action-packed shooter, published by PlayStation, debuted in early February on the PS5 and PC. Initially, the Steam version was globally available, offering an optional feature to link the game with a PlayStation Network account. However, this option was inaccessible to many, as PSN is only accessible in 73 of the 195 countries worldwide. While creating an account for a supported region from any location is technically feasible, it violates Sony's terms of service and could lead to a ban. The upcoming Helldivers 2 update, scheduled for May 6, will mandate PSN account linking, as announced by the publisher on May 3, triggering significant backlash from the community.

Arrowhead CEO Engages in Dialogues with Sony to Resolve PSN Concerns

In response to the Helldivers 2 PSN uproar, CEO Johan Pilestedt committed to rebuilding community trust. This commitment sparked mixed reactions among the company's patrons. Pilestedt has now taken to social platforms once more to clarify that the Swedish studio is actively discussing potential solutions with PlayStation. While assuring fans that their feedback is valued, he clarified that the final decision does not rest with him.

CEO Acknowledges Responsibility in Helldivers 2 Dispute

Despite lacking authority over the resolution, Pilestedt acknowledged his share of responsibility in the ongoing Helldivers 2 controversy. He accepted that the initial decision to make PSN account linking optional was his own. The controversial May 3 update post on Steam attributed the optional feature to