PlayStation and Remedy Spark Outrage with Sudden PS4 Ultimate Edition Freebie on PS Plus

In a shocking move that has left many gamers reeling, PlayStation and Remedy have announced that Control's PS4 Ultimate Edition will be available for free on PS Plus, effective immediately. This unexpected development comes less than two weeks after the initial announcement of the PS5 Ultimate Edition, which is currently available for pre-order. The twist is that this freebie is only accessible through the PS4 Ultimate Edition, making it the sole means to secure a next-gen upgrade.

The sudden change has sparked widespread frustration among players who had paid in advance for the next-gen version of Control: Ultimate Edition, expecting to receive a free upgrade as previously announced. Instead, they are now left with no option but to opt for the cheaper PS4 Ultimate Edition and hope that Sony will reconsider its stance on issuing refunds.

The situation is further complicated by the recent discounting of the PS4 Ultimate Edition on the PlayStation Store, which has led to many players purchasing the game in order to secure a next-gen upgrade. This move has caused confusion among fans who had previously purchased the current-gen version of Control: Ultimate Edition with the intention of waiting for the next-gen release.

The controversy surrounding Control's free upgrade policy began last year when the publisher announced that only the newly released Control: Ultimate Edition would be eligible for a free upgrade to next-gen platforms. Many players felt shortchanged by this decision, and the latest development has only added fuel to the fire.

As the gaming community continues to grapple with the implications of this surprise announcement, one thing is clear – gamers deserve transparency and fairness from developers and publishers alike. In a market where loyalty and trust are paramount, it's crucial that companies prioritize their customers' interests above all else.

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