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Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls is now blocked in 132 countries thanks to Sony's controversial PSN linking requirements

Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls is blocked in 132 countries on PC due to controversial PlayStation Network account requirements.

By · Published July 8, 2026  14:51 UTC · Updated July 9, 2026  00:33 UTC

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Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls was blocked in 132 countries ahead of its PC launch. This restriction was attributed to PlayStation account and PSN policy requirements.

Epilogue added 115d ago, after coverage quieted.

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How many countries are affected by the block?

The game is blocked in 132 countries.

Which platform is specifically affected?

The blocks apply to the PC version of the game.

What is the cause of the regional restrictions?

The restrictions are due to PlayStation Network (PSN) account and linking requirements.

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  • Primary Driver: Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls is blocked in 132 countries on PC due to controversial PlayStation Network account requirements.
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Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls is unavailable for purchase in 132 countries on PC. The block is tied to requirements for users to link a PlayStation Network (PSN) account.

Coverage from IGN, GamingBolt, and TechPowerUp emphasizes the policy's link to PSN requirements. IGN notes this follows a similar controversy regarding Helldivers 2 two years prior.

Other reporting from EventHubs and GameLuster confirms the regional blocks ahead of the game's launch. Future developments depend on the implementation of the PSN policy and its effect on the game's availability across the blocked regions.

Synthesized by Archynetys from the headlines below under a strict no-invention contract. ✓ fact-checked: all claims supported by sources Updated 115d ago.

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