Sony Restrictions Block Lost Soul Aside on Steam in Over 130 Countries

Lost Soul Aside, the highly anticipated action RPG from UltiZero Games, will be region-locked for over 130 countries on Steam at launch, causing widespread frustration among PC gamers. This decision has led many to reconsider purchasing the game. Dive deeper into the details of the region lock and gain insights from recent interviews with the game's director.

Lost Soul Aside Locked For 130+ Countries At Launch

Players Frustrated With Lost Soul Aside Being Region-Locked

The region-locking of Lost Soul Aside on Steam stems from Sony's ongoing restrictions on PlayStation-published games. According to SteamDB, the game will be unavailable in over 130 countries that are not supported by the PlayStation Network (PSN).

Interestingly, Lost Soul Aside does not require a PSN account to play, yet the region lock means the game won't appear on Steam in unsupported countries. To circumvent this, players would need to create a new Steam account in a country where PSN is supported. This move has baffled many, especially since PlayStation recently eliminated PSN requirements for their PC titles. The backlash has been significant, with PC gamers voicing their frustrations across social media and forums, many deciding against purchasing the game due to these restrictions.

Lost Soul Aside Will Blend Fantasy Elements With Realistic Visuals

Since its announcement in 2016, Lost Soul Aside has consistently showcased a unique blend of fantasy and realistic visuals. In an IGN interview on February 20, 2025, UltiZero Games CEO Yang Bing discussed the game's enduring style and inspiration.

Bing emphasized that the game's visual and combat style, characterized by high speed and flashy action, has remained consistent since its initial promotional video. He noted, "So this is something that we have been sticking to for all these years. During this development process, we, of course, continued to see some new and excellent works, which maybe we got some influence through, [on] our thought along the way. So from the beginning, this personal trailer gradually evolved into a more mature and well-run version, I should say."

Bing also highlighted the influence of Final Fantasy 15 on Lost Soul Aside, particularly in the design of the protagonist, Kaser. Kaser's cartoonish facial features and hairstyles contrast with the realistic textures of his skin, hair, and clothes, embodying the game's unique aesthetic.

Influences From Final Fantasy, Bayonetta, Ninja Gaiden, and Devil May Cry

Lost Soul Aside draws inspiration from several iconic Japanese games, including Final Fantasy, Bayonetta, Ninja Gaiden, and Devil May Cry. In an interview with Famitsu on February 20, 2025, Bing elaborated on how these influences shape various aspects of the game.

The design of Kaser, for instance, heavily reflects the influence of the Final Fantasy series. Bing explained, "I had a designer design the clothes for the main character, and I wanted to combine realistic and fantasy elements, just like in FF. After the clothes are designed, they are actually made and reproduced in the game. By doing so, we thought that the players would feel as if it actually existed, and that the main character, Kazel, would also feel as a bloody, realistic character."

Regarding combat, Bing cited Bayonetta, Ninja Gaiden, and Devil May Cry as inspirations for the game's fast-paced and flashy combat system. He stated, "We're also constantly improving and refining the combat system, maintaining a sense of speed in combat while also adding a certain amount of depth. Players can develop their own style, and even if they are not good at sequential moves, they can use various systems to achieve high performance and make the game go smoothly."

Lost Soul Aside is scheduled for release on May 30, 2025, on PlayStation 5 and PC. Stay updated with the latest news on Lost Soul Aside by checking out our article below!