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Sony's latest PS5 entry, God of War: Sons of Sparta, is at the center of an online firestorm after players discovered its local two‑player mode is not immediately available. The co‑op option is present in the game, but it remains locked until a player finishes the story once in single‑player. Many in the community say the restriction feels misleading and are demanding action.

  • Access restriction: Local split‑screen co‑op exists in the game but only unlocks after completing the campaign a full time, meaning friends who bought the game to play together can't start co‑op straight away.
  • Community backlash: Social channels and forums flooded with complaints; some users are calling the restriction deceptive and asking for refunds or clearer marketing.
  • False advertising claims: Players argue promotional material implied immediate two‑player support, prompting accusations that the feature was oversold without noting the unlock condition.
  • Historical expectations: Longtime gamers point out that older titles often hid extras behind progress as optional rewards, but today’s audience expects core advertised features to be usable from launch.
  • Potential fallout: If momentum grows, Sony or the developer may face pressure to clarify ads, change the unlock requirement, or offer remedies to dissatisfied buyers — though no official response has been confirmed yet.
Source: Push Square