Everyone has different priorities, I guess.
In a move that has left fans both excited and scratching their heads, Sony has announced a remaster of Days Gone—before giving the same treatment to the beloved cult classic, Bloodborne. While the post-apocalyptic open-world adventure has its dedicated fanbase, the decision has sparked a wave of reactions across the gaming community, with many wondering why Bloodborne, a game often hailed as a masterpiece, continues to be overlooked.
The Days Gone remaster promises enhanced graphics, improved performance, and new features, aiming to bring Bend Studio’s zombie-infested world to life like never before. But for the legion of Bloodborne fans who have been clamoring for a remaster—or even a 60fps patch—this announcement feels like a missed opportunity.
The debate is heating up online, with players questioning Sony’s priorities. Is Days Gone getting the spotlight because of its potential for a sequel? Or is Bloodborne’s remaster simply a matter of “when” rather than “if”? One thing’s for sure: Sony’s decision has reignited the conversation about which classic games deserve a modern makeover—and Bloodborne remains at the top of that list for countless fans.
Sony has officially announced that Days Gone is getting the remaster treatment, much to the delight of fans of the post-apocalyptic survival game. Revealed during Sony’s latest State of Play event, Days Gone Remastered is set to launch on PlayStation 5 and PC on April 25, 2025, bringing a host of visual upgrades and exciting new features to the table.
The remaster promises to elevate the gritty, zombie-infested world of Days Gone with “improved graphical fidelity, increased foliage draw distance, and enhanced shadow and lighting quality.” Players will also get to experience the game’s immersive story like never before, thanks to support for the PS5’s 3D audio and the DualSense controller’s haptic feedback, which will make every motorcycle ride and zombie encounter feel more visceral than ever.
But that’s not all—Days Gone Remastered is packing more than just a visual overhaul. The game will introduce a challenging permadeath mode for those seeking the ultimate test of survival skills, as well as a new “Horde Assault” mode that throws players into intense, action-packed battles against waves of Freakers. Accessibility features will also be included to ensure more players can enjoy the game, and a speedrun mode will be added post-launch for those looking to beat the clock.
For fans of Deacon St. John’s journey through a broken world, this remaster is a chance to relive the story as it was meant to be experienced—with a fresh coat of polish and new ways to play. While some may wonder why Days Gone is getting the spotlight before other fan-favorite titles, there’s no denying that this remaster is set to breathe new life into a game that has steadily grown a loyal following since its original release. Get ready to hit the open road and face the horde once again in 2025!
Remastering another PlayStation game isn’t out of the ordinary. Sony’s done it to Horizon Zero Remastering another PlayStation game isn’t out of the ordinary. Sony’s done it to Horizon Zero Dawn and technically multiple times to The Last of Us. It’s just that of all the PS4 games demanding some graphical spit-and-shine, and more importantly, a revisit from players, Days Gone doesn’t rank high. The game was fine, the large zombie hordes were impressive, it’s the story that left most reviewers wanting. And increased foliage draw distance doesn’t fix that.
The vast majority of people would prefer a Bloodborne remaster, and now nearly 10 years from that game’s original release, it doesn’t seem like it’s going to happen. Sony has been, on the other hand, at least somewhat invested in Days Gone. The game was brought to PC, there’s this remaster and the company was reportedly working to adapt the game to film in 2022, the ultimate fate of most of its franchises. Maybe Days Gone Remastered is just the start of a Days Gone renaissance.Dawn and technically multiple times to The Last of Us. It’s just that of all the PS4 games demanding some graphical spit-and-shine, and more importantly, a revisit from players, Days Gone doesn’t rank high. The game was fine, the large zombie hordes were impressive, it’s the story that left most reviewers wanting. And increased foliage draw distance doesn’t fix that.
The vast majority of people would prefer a Bloodborne remaster, and now nearly 10 years from that game’s original release, it doesn’t seem like it’s going to happen. Sony has been, on the other hand, at least somewhat invested in Days Gone. The game was brought to PC, there’s this remaster and the company was reportedly working to adapt the game to film in 2022, the ultimate fate of most of its franchises. Maybe Days Gone Remastered is just the start of a Days Gone renaissance.
