Sony is relaxing its PlayStation Network (PSN) account linking requirement for several PC games, starting with Marvel's Spider-Man 2. This follows player feedback regarding the previous mandatory linking. Games like Marvel's Spider-Man 2, The Last of Us Part II Remastered, God of War Ragnarök, and Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered will no longer require PSN account connection to play. The impact on other single-player PC titles remains unclear.

However, Sony is still incentivizing PSN account linking. Connecting your account will unlock bonuses, including early suit unlocks in Marvel's Spider-Man 2 and one-time resource bundles in games like God of War Ragnarök. These incentives are detailed below:

PlayStation PC In-Game Content Incentives:

• Marvel’s Spider-Man 2: Early unlock of the Spider-Man 2099 Black Suit and the Miles Morales 2099 Suit.
• God of War Ragnarök: Access to the Armor of the Black Bear set (previously only available in New Game+) and a resource bundle (500 Hacksilver and 250 XP).
• The Last of Us Part II Remastered: +50 points to activate bonus features, unlocking extras including Ellie's Jordan's Jacket skin.
• Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered: Access to the Nora Valiant outfit.

Sony plans to continue adding benefits for players who link their PSN accounts, including trophy support and friend management. The company hasn't confirmed whether other PC games will also drop the PSN linking requirement.

The reception to Sony's PC game releases has been mixed. While many appreciate the wider availability of previously console-exclusive titles, the mandatory PSN linking faced significant backlash, particularly in regions where PSN isn't available. This was highlighted by a brief, since-reversed, requirement for PSN account linking in Helldivers 2 last year.