PSN drama? Over. Four of PlayStation’s biggest hits are now unleashed on Steam worldwide.
Sony has finally taken a chill pill and dropped the regional restrictions on some of its biggest first-party games on Steam. That’s right — God of War Ragnarok, The Last of Us Part 2 Remastered, Marvel’s Spider-Man 2, and Helldivers 2 are now available in way more countries, even ones without official PSN support.
This is a major reversal from the nonsense earlier this year when Sony tried to force a PSN login for Helldivers 2, triggering an international meltdown that saw the game pulled from 177 countries and Steam reviews go from glowing to gut-punched.
But now? The floodgates are open.
Context: From Chaos to Clarity
Let’s rewind. In early 2024, Sony pushed out a controversial PSN requirement for Helldivers 2 — meaning if your country didn’t support PSN (like most of the Middle East, parts of Asia, Africa, and more), you couldn’t play. Players revolted. Steam forums exploded. Refund requests skyrocketed. The game was temporarily delisted in nearly two hundred regions.
Then came the apology tour. Sony dropped the login requirement after realizing they’d essentially region-locked joy. And now, without much fanfare, they’ve gone even further:
- Removed regional restrictions on four top-tier PlayStation titles
- Made them purchasable in nearly every country except the usual suspects (Sorry, North Korea — still no Kratos for you)
The only holdouts now are the ultra-restricted markets: Belarus, Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Russia, Syria, Vietnam, and Japan. Yes — even Japan, Sony’s home turf, doesn’t get these PC ports. Go figure.
Why This Is a Big Deal for Gamers
This isn’t just some back-end toggle flip. It’s a clear shift in Sony’s PC strategy:
- More global access = more players = more sales
- Less platform gatekeeping = happier community
- No PSN required = freedom to frag without friction
And it’s probably no coincidence that this change comes after the runaway success of Stellar Blade — which launched without any restrictions and sold like hotcakes globally. Turns out, people love it when you let them buy things.
For years, Sony’s PC push felt half-hearted. You could sense they were holding back, like someone who brings a PS5 to a LAN party and refuses to unbox it. But now? They might finally be ready to play ball with the PC crowd.
What the Players Are Saying
Reddit and Steam forums are vibing with this move. Here’s a taste:
“About time Sony stopped geo-fencing my fun. I’ve had a Kratos-sized hole in my library for years.”
“Can confirm — I can finally buy God of War Ragnarok in my country. Bless you, angry dad.”
“Sony saw Helldivers 2 go nuclear and decided maybe selling games is better than not selling games.”
Gamers in previously locked-out regions are celebrating like they just beat a Souls boss — sweaty, relieved, and ready to brag.
What This Means Going Forward
If this trend sticks, we could be looking at a new era of PlayStation-PC harmony. A few predictions:
- Future ports (like Ghost of Tsushima 2?) won’t be geo-blocked
- Less PSN dependence for solo titles
- A smoother path for live service games to succeed globally
Sony still hasn’t issued an official statement — probably trying to dodge another PR misfire — but the evidence is live on Steam.
Check your storefront. If you see Kratos, Joel, Spidey, and the Helldivers squad smiling back, you’re part of the new wave.
Final Thought: Better Late Than Never, Sony
Sure, it took a global backlash, mass delistings, and a community uprising. But Sony finally did the thing.
If you live in a previously locked-out region, this might be your chance to dive into some of the best PlayStation games ever made — no VPN wizardry or PSN gymnastics required.
So… what’s the first title you’re downloading?
Let us know in the comments — and if you’re from a newly unblocked country, welcome to the party. Kratos has been waiting for you.
