Steam is Refunding Helldivers 2 Players Even if They Have More Than 2 Hours of Playtime

Steam is making unexpected moves in the gaming world, refunding Helldivers 2 players despite their playtime exceeding the usual two-hour limit. Helldivers 2, developed by Arrowhead Game Studios, has been a popular multiplayer game on both PlayStation and PC platforms. However, recent controversies surrounding mandatory PlayStation Network (PSN) account linking for PC players have led to widespread discontent among the gaming community.

The announcement of a mandatory PSN account linking for PC players of Helldivers 2 from a message posted on social media by Sony through Arrowhead, and it has sparked outrage among the gaming community. Players are upset about the requirement, which they argue restricts access to the game for those residing in countries without access to PSN.

Despite Steam's standard policy of limiting refunds to games played for less than two hours, numerous Helldivers 2 players have successfully received refunds after exceeding this limit. Reports suggest that Steam is making exceptions in response to the significant backlash against the mandatory PSN account linking requirement.

The controversy surrounding the account linking announcement has led to significant backlash from players, resulting in a drop in Helldivers 2's rating on Steam from «Very Positive» to «Mostly Negative.» Players have expressed concerns about the impact of mandatory PSN account linking on their ability to access the game, particularly for those in countries without PSN access. To claim a refund for Helldivers 2 on Steam, players can follow these steps:

Amid the controversy surrounding the PSN and Steam account linking, concerns have arisen regarding potential bans for Helldivers 2 players attempting workarounds in regions without access to PSN. The fear of permanent account bans adds another layer of complexity to an already contentious situation. This development highlights the broader implications of platform policies and the importance of ensuring equitable access to