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The Hell Divers 2 incident echoes wider industry concerns about censorship, control, and corporate overreach. Earlier episodes, such as the controversy surrounding Stellar Blade and its possible censorship, have contributed to a general climate of mistrust toward major publishers like Sony.
Players are increasingly wary of policies that impose mandatory account linking, region-locking, or restrictions that hinder access or customization. Many see these moves as encroachments on consumer rights in favor of corporate security measures, often with questionable efficacy.