Sony Underfire Yet Again for Blocking Marvel Tokon in 132 Countries on PC
Sony faces criticism as Marvel Tokon becomes unavailable to PC players in 132 countries due to mandatory PlayStation Network requirements.
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The brief
Sony is facing widespread backlash following the restriction of Marvel Tokon on PC. The game is currently blocked in 132 countries, a move linked to a requirement for players to utilize the PlayStation Network.
Coverage from outlets including OpenCritic, VICE, and Push Square emphasizes that these restrictions mirror previous controversies involving Helldivers 2. Reports highlight that the current block has placed the platform under significant scrutiny from the gaming community.
Future developments will hinge on whether Sony alters its regional availability policies or PSN requirements for the title. Coverage does not yet specify if the company intends to adjust its current stance regarding the 132 blocked regions.
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Quick answers
Why is Marvel Tokon blocked on PC?
Coverage states the game is being blocked due to a requirement for players to use the PlayStation Network.
How many countries are affected?
According to reports from VICE and Push Square, the game is blocked in 132 countries.
Is this the first time Sony has faced this issue?
Coverage from OpenCritic notes that this situation is being compared to the controversy surrounding Helldivers 2.
Coverage (6)
- MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls Is Banned In 132 Countries, But There's Still Hope Steam Deck HQ · 3h ago
- PlayStation Has Clearly Learned Nothing From Helldivers 2, As Marvel Tokon Is Being Blocked In 132 Countries OpenCritic · 3h ago
- ‘Tarkov Meets Fallout’ MMO Faces Bankruptcy As Updates Stop and Reviews Plummet Insider Gaming · 3h ago
- PIONER creators explained how they will fix the game ixbt.games · 3h ago
- PlayStation Reportedly Blocks Marvel Tokon PC in 132 Countries Over PSN Requirement VICE · 3h ago
- Sony Underfire Yet Again for Blocking Marvel Tokon in 132 Countries on PC Push Square · 3h ago
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