A remastered version of Days Gone was announced at the recent Sony State of Play showcase, finally giving the zombie adventure game a long-awaited fresh coat of paint for the PS5. Originally released back in 2019, Days Gone was a mixed bag for some of the industry’s most prominent critics, but the game was a hit among many players. Despite the positive reception from fans, a sequel to Days Gone was never greenlit, which has been an ongoing mystery for a lot of gamers.
The game’s director, John Garvin, has been quite vocal about his disappointment with Sony for never making way for a sequel. Some theories point to low sales, but the game sold over 7 million copies by 2022. Regardless of the actual reason that a Days Gone sequel never entered development, the upcoming remaster could turn the tides for the action-adventure title.
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Days Gone Remastered is Hopefully the Beginning of Something Bigger
Reaching a Larger Audience
Days Gone may have sold over 7 million copies within its first three years, but it could still benefit from reaching an even bigger audience. It’s been six years since the original version was released, and in that time, an entire demographic of gamers who may have missed out on stepping into the shoes of Deacon St. John has grown up. The excitement of a remaster could reignite interest in the story, and if it’s clear that there is a newfound demand for a sequel, then Sony might finally have a change of heart.
Despite its mixed reviews at launch, Days Gone‘s visuals and in-game character performances were still praised.
Sony Clearly Sees Potential in Days Gone Now
It seems as though, in recent years, Sony may have become more willing to make Days Gone 2 a reality. This is purely speculative, of course, but Days Gone has been far more prevalent in Sony marketing lately than it previously had been. From being featured in the company’s 30th anniversary ad to having a cameo in Astro Bot, the increased presence of Days Gone could be a positive sign for the franchise’s future.
Between the uptick in Days Gone appearances and the impending arrival of Days Gone Remastered, the state of Bend Studio’s motorcycle-loving zombie tale looks more promising than ever before. Once the remaster launches, it will be interesting to see if it paves the way for more Days Gone, though its critical and commercial reception remain to be seen.
- Days Gone Remastered is scheduled to launch on April 25, 2025.
- For those who already own Days Gone, upgrading to the remaster will only cost $9.99.
- Unfortunately, players who have the game through PS Plus cannot get the upgrade deal and will have to pay full price at $49.99.
Days Gone Remastered Shows That All Hope Isn’t Lost
After the remaster’s release on April 25, renewed speculation about a Days Gone sequel is likely to pop back up in the discourse. Yes, Days Gone Remastered is bittersweet for those who are still wishing for a sequel, but its existence is at least a spark of hope. Only time will tell what Bend Studio and Sony decide, but if Days Gone Remastered proves successful, it could mark a big moment for the franchise going forward.
Days Gone Remastered will be a digital-only release.
Also, with Sony canceling Bend Studio’s in development live-service project, the developer seemingly has its schedule freed up, at least as far as it’s known. It’s possible that the studio could already be in the early stages of another project. However, between this cancelation and the announcement of Days Gone Remastered, things are looking a little brighter for the cult classic zombie title.
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April 25, 2025
- ESRB
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M For Mature: Blood and Gore, Drug Reference, Intense Violence, Sexual Themes, Strong Language
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PlayStation Studios