Unveiled gifts and Sony's updated policy for PSN on PC

Sony's PC gaming policy sparks controversy among players. The company's requirement for PSN tethering, even in single-player titles, coupled with regional service limitations, restricts access to new releases.

Sony recently announced policy adjustments. While PSN tethering for PC remains, some concessions have been made. These games will not require mandatory PSN tethering:

• Marvel's Spider-Man 2
• God of War Ragnarök
• The Last of Us Part II Remastered
• Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered

Players choosing to tether to PSN will receive these in-game bonuses:

• Marvel's Spider-Man 2: Early access to the "2099" suit line for Peter Parker and Miles Morales.
• God of War Ragnarök: The Black Bear armor set, early access to the "Lost Things" chest, and resource packs.
• The Last of Us Part II Remastered: Bonus points for unlocking features.
• Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered: The Nora Valiant costume.

In November, Sony COO Hiroki Totoki acknowledged player resistance to PSN connection requirements, citing security and order as justification. While he mentioned service-based games, he failed to clarify how mandatory PSN accounts enhance security in single-player experiences like Marvel's Spider-Man 2 or God of War Ragnarök.

Times have changed, and the gaming landscape demands a reassessment of these practices.