PSN Account Linking FAQ (official)

[アンジェル]

Here are the questions and answers that we have received regarding mandatory account linking so far. We will update this thread with any additional info if we receive it!

1. What’s the benefit of having a PlayStation Network Account? I don’t have a PlayStation.
Account linking provides a consistent and reliable means of reporting, moderation, actioning and appeal for ALL Helldivers 2 players. We take online safety seriously and this is our main way to protect players from griefing and abuse: by enabling the banning and suspension of players that engage in that type of behaviour.

By linking accounts, you have the benefit of our extensive support team infrastructure for reporting these bad actors (and our appeals process if you are banned/suspended). This all helps us to make Helldivers 2 a safer and more enjoyable space for everyone.

2. Why do I need a PlayStation Network account now? I didn’t when the game launched on Steam.
Due to technical issues at the launch of HELLDIVERS™ 2, account linking was temporarily made optional. Now that the issue has been resolved, this grace period is expiring and we are reinstating the requirement to link accounts.

3. I am currently in a country or territory that is not PSN-enabled. Can I still sign in and link an account?
PSN requires users to register in their country or territory of residence. Individuals who are traveling, working, or studying abroad may create an account in a country or territory different from the one in which they are currently located.

4. When is this happening? And how do I connect my PSN account to my Steam account?
Current players on Steam:
Current players on Steam will start to see the mandatory login from May 30th and will be required to have linked a Steam and PlayStation Network account by June 4th.
New players on Steam:
You will begin to see the account linking option appear when booting up Helldivers 2 from May 6th.
To connect your accounts follow the prompts on screen.
You will be required to link a Steam and PlayStation Network account from May 6th.

5. How will my data for account creation be used? Is it safe?
However you choose to play, we strive to make gaming welcoming, secure, and inclusive for everyone. We’ve created easy-to-use tools to help you take control of who you interact with, how we use your personal information, and how it is displayed and shared.

You can find more information on our privacy and safety features here:
https://www.playstation.com/en-gb/privacy-security-safety/

For more details about how we use your personal information, check the “Information Sharing and Transfers” section of our Privacy Policy: https://www.playstation.com/en-gb/legal/privacy-policy/

6. I already have Helldivers 2 on PS5 and Steam, do I have to make a new account for the Steam version?
No, you do not need to make a new PlayStation Network account. You can connect your current PlayStation Network account to your Steam account.

7. If I own Helldivers 2 on PS5 and Steam, will my progress be shared between platforms?
No, progress on the PS5 and Steam version of Helldivers 2 remains separate at this time.

8. How do I sign up for a PlayStation Network account?
You can create an account online via your phone/PC browser before you launch Helldivers 2, or you can create an account online when prompted to upon launching Helldivers 2.

Support page: https://www.playstation.com/support/account/create-account-for-psn/

Direct account creation page:https://id.sonyentertainmentnetwork.com/id/create_account_ca/

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Source: just has been posted by Baskinator via official Helldivers 2 Discord

If you read along the lines, you will understand. Maybe.

[CVA]

Just revert the changes instead...

[ArgonLain]

Part 3 is just ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥

[Zero Filth]

Yeah no, it was listed as optional and then changed, bait and switch at it's finest.
Besides, I had my data stolen from the PSN back in 2011 and used in another country, I will not abide.

[XOLiD]

Originally posted by アンジェル:

3. I am currently in a country or territory that is not PSN-enabled. Can I still sign in and link an account?
PSN requires users to register in their country or territory of residence. Individuals who are traveling, working, or studying abroad may create an account in a country or territory different from the one in which they are currently located.

Good to know that if you're in a country with no PSN you just gotta travel abroad to make one.

[billyhatcher643]

Originally posted by Zero Filth:

Yeah no, it was listed as optional and then changed, bait and switch at it's finest.
Besides, I had my data stolen from the PSN back in 2011 and used in another country, I will not abide.

yep i saw it on the store page and i know it was optional glad i waited till they did this announcement now ill never get it

[BaneofMills]

Originally posted by ArgonLain:

Part 3 is just ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥

Its pathetic. When I read that I just

[Ðeagle]

The age verification for PSN in many countries requires a facial scan and photo ID.

You will never recover the goodwill you threw away.

[drow1212]

Your community is speaking to you and you still insult them. You clearly do not love your players continue going down the wrong path instead decision you have made.

[⸸Vileblood⸸]

Originally posted by アンジェル:

3. I am currently in a country or territory that is not PSN-enabled. Can I still sign in and link an account?
PSN requires users to register in their country or territory of residence. Individuals who are traveling, working, or studying abroad may create an account in a country or territory different from the one in which they are currently located.

So just... get a passport and book an expensive flight...

[akitoscorpio]

Originally posted by XOLiD:

Originally posted by アンジェル:

3. I am currently in a country or territory that is not PSN-enabled. Can I still sign in and link an account?
PSN requires users to register in their country or territory of residence. Individuals who are traveling, working, or studying abroad may create an account in a country or territory different from the one in which they are currently located.

Good to know that if you're in a country with no PSN you just gotta travel abroad to make one.

I think they read between the lines of that are "If your from a country with no PSN, no the feck your not, you go to school there."

[MidKnightRanger]

This is nothing but lies and ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥

[Namethatworks]

I will never give Sony my personal information again full stop.

I got screwed over a decade ago due to PSN getting hacked.

The credit card that was attached to the account (which needed to be for PS+) was compromised so it had to be cancelled.

My account was stolen due to the hack for 2 weeks during which I was paying for a service that I didn't have access to, couldn't utilise, or cancel.

Then PSN was down for months shortly after that due to another hack.

That's when I came to Pc.

[captk89]

hey look sony sent in one of their dogs; who's a good boy?!?!

[Kriya Takagi]

Originally posted by Namethatworks:

I will never give Sony my personal information again full stop.

I got screwed over a decade ago due to PSN getting hacked.

The credit card that was attached to the account (which needed to be for PS+) was compromised so it had to be cancelled.

My account was stolen due to the hack for 2 weeks during which I was paying for a service that I didn't have access to, couldn't utilise, or cancel.

Then PSN was down for months shortly after that due to another hack.

That's when I came to Pc.

not gonna say none of this happened to you it probably did however i doubt its the reason you switch to PC with all the mess pc games have been dealing with. with game's anti cheat engines and what not. now moving to pc because better quality and possibilities of modding support sounds much more likely.

[Namethatworks]

Originally posted by Koyuta kota:

Originally posted by Namethatworks:

I will never give Sony my personal information again full stop.

I got screwed over a decade ago due to PSN getting hacked.

The credit card that was attached to the account (which needed to be for PS+) was compromised so it had to be cancelled.

My account was stolen due to the hack for 2 weeks during which I was paying for a service that I didn't have access to, couldn't utilise, or cancel.

Then PSN was down for months shortly after that due to another hack.

That's when I came to Pc.

not gonna say none of this happened to you it probably did however i doubt its the reason you switch to PC with all the mess pc games have been dealing with. with game's anti cheat engines and what not. now moving to pc because better quality and possibilities of modding support sounds much more likely.

I moved to Pc over a decade ago. 15 years according to Steam.

The gaming landscape wasn't anywhere near as bad then.

And yes having to go through all that BS & stress 100% made me drop Sony.

Why would keep paying a company that doesn't care enough about it's customers to have decent security.

And Steam was so kind to give a free Steam copy of Portal 2 with my PS3 copy. Made it simple to start.