GoW Ragnark’s PSN Remover Mod Taken Down

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GoW Ragnark's PSN Remover Mod Taken Down

Key Takeaways

  • Modder removes PSN login remover mod for God of War due to potential legal liabilities.
  • Sony hasn’t taken legal action against modder, but potential financial risks exist.
  • Mod was posted by another user on Nexus, other download links exist online.

As a long-time console gamer who’s seen my fair share of data breaches and questionable practices from various companies, I can’t help but feel a sense of vindication watching the PC community grapple with Sony’s latest move – the PSN login requirement for God of War: Ragnarök. It’s like watching the pot call the kettle black, but in this case, the pot is Sony and the kettle is… well, still Sony.

The creator of the PSNlogin remover mod for God of War: Ragnarökhas removed his mod from Nexus Mods, fearing its legal liabilities.

Modder iArtoriusUA stated that he chose to eliminate the mod due to receiving excessive and unwanted attention from his creation. Although it appears that Sony’s legal team hasn’t reached out to the modder yet, he felt it was prudent to take precautions and err on the side of caution.

Sony might have found it challenging to demonstrate that the modder broke any laws. In case they chose to take legal action, it’s unclear which approach would have been effective, as there was no traditional piracy or violation of copyright involved in the situation.

It’s uncertain if the modder is a U.S. citizen, if so, their actions may have been done for monetary gain or caused substantial financial harm to Sony, which U.S. law mandates in such cases. If not, Sony might claim that the modder’s activities somehow facilitated a breach that could open the door for future unauthorized duplication of their products.

It is illegal, under federal law, to engage in copyright violation when the intent is to make a profit or achieve personal financial benefits.

– Justia

Sony hasn’t confirmed if the mod exists or taken it down, and given iArtoriusUA’s concerns, it’s understandable, as any potential legal issue could potentially carry enormous financial costs.

Before the large Japanese company issues an official declaration, any claims regarding the mod’s legal status should be considered as speculative assumptions.

Despite iArtoriusUA’s backpedaling, the mod is now up again on Nexus and will likely remain available on multiple websites.

Good For Thee, Not Good For Me

GoW Ragnark's PSN Remover Mod Taken Down

As the debates surrounding Sony Helldivers 2 subsided and discussions about God of War Ragnarök emerged, some console gamers have been quick to point out that PC players should be cautious in their criticism of Sony’s policies, as similar issues are not unique to the platform. To put it another way, while there is a grain of truth to this argument, the situation is somewhat complex.

Sony’s login system isn’t unique, but it stands out as one from a company whose data breaches and questionable cybersecurity are well-known in legend. The largest attack on record resulted in an estimated 100 terabytes of data being stolen, although the precise size of the files has not been definitively confirmed.

PC gamers value their privacy and data deeply, making this match a particularly challenging one, as they prefer minimal interference with their gaming experience. After all, nobody wants extra hurdles while playing games.

As a gamer, I’ve reluctantly accepted third-party login requirements in the past, but it’s never been something I’ve welcomed. Installing launchers and creating accounts for games that don’t necessitate them has always been a bother. However, when it comes to Sony, they seem to be an exception. They haven’t forced this upon us, gamers.

These questionable player tactics could potentially involve a move that is almost a shot at their feet, which is an attempt to attract a wider, novice audience.

Although Sony wasn’t the initial contender, they might have been the ones to ultimately bend the PC gamers to their side. In an attempt to gain their favor, this was done despite numerous refund requests and negative reviews for Ragnarok. So far, Sony has continued to uphold their PSN login policy unwaveringly.

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2024-09-30 00:08