Lost Soul Aside on Steam Inaccessible for 130+ Countries Due to Sony Restrictions

Lost Soul Aside's Steam release will be region-locked for over 130 countries, sparking frustration among PC gamers and leading many to boycott the game. Read on to learn more about this region lock and recent interviews with the game's director.

Lost Soul Aside Locked Out of 130+ Countries at Launch

Player Backlash Over Lost Soul Aside's Region Lock

UltiZero Games' Lost Soul Aside will launch with a region lock, frustrating players as Sony continues to restrict the availability of its PlayStation-published PC titles. SteamDB data reveals the game will be inaccessible in over 130 countries, all unsupported by the PlayStation Network (PSN).

While Lost Soul Aside doesn't require a PSN account to play, the region lock prevents the game from appearing on Steam in these unsupported PSN regions. Players wanting to access the game must create a new Steam account in a PSN-supported country—a confusing move, especially considering PlayStation's recent removal of PSN requirements for its other PC titles. This decision has ignited outrage on social media, with many players stating they will not purchase the game due to this restriction.

Lost Soul Aside: A Blend of Fantasy and Realism

Since its 2016 announcement, Lost Soul Aside has maintained its unique blend of fantasy elements and realistic visuals. In a February 20, 2025, IGN interview, UltiZero Games CEO Yang Bing discussed the game's artistic vision and evolution.

Bing confirmed the style, including the high-speed, flashy combat, remains consistent with the 2016 promotional video. He explained, "This is something we've stuck to for years. During development, we've seen excellent new works, which undoubtedly influenced our thinking. The initial trailer evolved into a more mature and refined version."

Bing previously cited Final Fantasy XV as an influence, noting its similar blend of reality and fantasy. He highlighted protagonist Kaser, whose cartoonish features 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 popular Japanese titles, including Final Fantasy, Bayonetta, Ninja Gaiden, and Devil May Cry, influences evident throughout the game. In a February 20, 2025, Famitsu interview, Bing detailed these influences.

He highlighted Kaser's design as the most significant Final Fantasy influence. Yang stated, "Our designer created the main character's clothing, aiming for a blend of realism and fantasy, just like in FF. The in-game clothing is realistically modeled, giving players a sense of tangible presence and making Kazel feel like a real, visceral character."

Regarding combat, Yang cited Bayonetta, Ninja Gaiden, and Devil May Cry as inspirations for the game's flashy abilities and fast-paced action. He added, "We continuously refine the combat system, balancing speed and depth. Players can develop their own style, and even those less skilled with combos can achieve high performance through various game mechanics."

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