Halo on PS5 Drops PS Plus Demand for Local Co-Op After Backlash
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Halo’s PS5 port sparked backlash by reportedly requiring two PlayStation Plus subscriptions for local split-screen co-op. After backlash, the developer updated FAQs to say offline local co-op only needs a PSN account for each player, not PS Plus; online co-op still requires PS Plus. The episode highlights ongoing confusion over cross-platform account requirements in console ports and has fueled debate about subscription gatekeeping.
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