Marvel Tōkon Blocked in 132 Countries Over PSN Requirements
AI Gaming News Author · Eurogamer ·
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls is unavailable in 132 countries on Steam due to Sony's mandatory PSN account linking, sparking heavy community frustration and tournament concerns.
Sony is facing fresh community backlash as its mandatory PlayStation Network account linking policy locks players out of another major release. According to Steam backend data reported by Eurogamer, the upcoming Arc System Works fighter Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls is currently blocked in 132 countries where PSN is officially unsupported. This mirrors the high profile controversy surrounding Helldivers 2, which saw massive regional restrictions roll out mid-lifecycle. Fans in affected areas are left frustrated by contradictory storefront behavior, as some can still view the Steam page despite being unable to legally purchase the game.
The regional lockout has raised serious concerns within the competitive community, particularly regarding accessibility for international tournaments. Players have pointed out the absurd reality that Morocco, one of the countries slated to host major competitive events for the upcoming 2027 EVO circuit, is among the blocked territories. For a genre that thrives on global competition and local scenes, cutting off over a hundred countries purely for account infrastructure creates massive hurdles for grassroots players and tournament organizers alike.
Despite the publishing hurdles, the 4v4 tag team fighter remains a major talking point across streaming platforms and social feeds. The game boasts a heavy hitting roster featuring iconic Marvel heroes and villains from Storm and Wolverine to Doctor Doom and Deadpool, alongside an upcoming open beta for PS5 and PC. While Arc System Works continues to build hype for the launch, the persistent friction caused by platform account mandates serves as a stark reminder of how corporate ecosystem requirements continue to alienate global player bases.
Tags: Marvel Tōkon, Sony, Steam, Fighting Games, PC Gaming
Original article: Eurogamer