God of War Ragnarok's Steam Launch Fails Compared to Sony Titles

God of War Ragnarok's recent launch on PC has garnered a disappointing response, with its peak concurrent players stuck at 35,615, making it one of the lower entries in Sony's catalog of first-party titles translated to Steam. This figure, while decent in isolation, falls short of its predecessor, the original God of War, which peaked at 73,529 concurrent players. Factors like the ongoing PSN account requirement that limits accessibility in many regions may affect player turnout. Despite its acclaim on PlayStation, Steam reviews have pointed out issues with performance and the frustrating account mandate, leading to calls for potential changes from Sony in the future.

God of War Ragnarok is experiencing lower player turnout on PC due to various factors, including a requirement for players to have a PSN account to access the game. This limitation has possibly prevented many potential players from purchasing the game in regions where PSN is unavailable. Additionally, there have been complaints regarding performance issues as players progress through the game.

As a sequel to the critically acclaimed God of War (2018), God of War Ragnarok expands on the story of Kratos and Atreus as they navigate the trials and tribulations of Norse mythology. The game received numerous accolades on PlayStation for its gripping narrative, breathtaking visuals, and refined gameplay mechanics, which made its lower-than-expected performance on PC all the more surprising to fans and analysts alike.