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

Lost Soul Aside will be region-locked for over 130+ countries on Steam, causing frustration among PC gamers who are now opting not to purchase the game. Dive into the details of the region lock and 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

UltiZero Games' Lost Soul Aside will be region-locked at launch, causing frustration among gamers due to Sony's ongoing restrictions on PlayStation-published titles. According to SteamDB, Lost Soul Aside will be unavailable in over 130+ countries, all of which are not supported by PlayStation Network (PSN).

Despite this, Lost Soul Aside does not require a PSN account to play. However, the region lock means the game will not appear on Steam in countries without PSN support. To play the game, players must create a new Steam account in a country where PSN is supported. This move is particularly confusing given PlayStation's recent decision to remove PSN requirements for their PC titles. PC gamers are voicing their frustrations across social media and forums, with many choosing not to purchase 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 blended fantasy elements with realistic visuals. In an IGN interview on February 20, 2025, UltiZero Games CEO Yang Bing discussed the game's inspiration and consistent style.

Bing emphasized that the game's style, including its high-speed and flashy combat, has remained unchanged since its initial promotional video in 2016. 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 mentioned that Final Fantasy 15 influenced the game, particularly in its blend of reality and fantasy. This is evident in the protagonist Kaser, whose cartoonish facial features and hairstyles contrast with the realistic textures of his skin, hair, and clothing.

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, which are reflected in various aspects of the game. In an interview with Famitsu on February 20, 2025, Bing detailed how these influences shaped the game.

He highlighted that the design of Kaser is heavily influenced by the Final Fantasy series. Yang 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 and pacing, Yang mentioned the influence of Bayonetta, Ninja Gaiden, and Devil May Cry, known for their flashy abilities and fast-paced action. He added, "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!