A Days Gone remaster would be a bittersweet PS5 release

Key points

  • Days Gone has gained a cult following despite mixed reviews, and there are rumors that it will be remastered for PS5.
  • The lack of a sequel due to financial reasons is a disappointment for fans, as the game's unique elements set it apart.
  • A possible remaster for PS5 could give the game a second life, igniting hope in fans, despite the lack of a sequel possibility.



Over the years there have been many unique takes on the zombie genre, but Days gone by has gained a cult following with its portrayal. Despite mixed reviews from critics upon release, many who played Days gone by in love with the game. The open-world zombie survival story follows biker Deacon St. John in a post-apocalyptic world where factions fight for survival. Now, rumors of an upcoming PS5 remaster have many excited.

Days gone by has recently returned to the forefront. The game's director didn't exactly appreciate the cameo in Astrobotand now new rumors about a “less exciting” PS5 remaster Horizon Zero Dawn have caused speculation as to whether it is Days gone byVGC's Jordan Middler responded to these rumors of this “less exciting” remaster by suggesting that it could be Days gone byIf that were the case, fans of the open-world zombie tale might rejoice, but it would also annoy many fans.


A Days Gone remaster for PS5 is a reminder of what will never be

No chance of a sequel would hang over a remaster

The huge hordes that players face were really helpful Days gone by stand out in a genre struggling against saturation. While it is not a perfect game, the world and characters present in Days gone by made it a unique experience, which inspired many requests for a sequel. Unfortunately, that will probably never happen. Despite fan requests, Days gone bystated that a sequel will never happen due to lack of interest from Sony's higher-ups. Unfortunately, the game was not as financially successful as Sony had hoped, making negotiations for a sequel unlikely.


After the surprising and surprising ending of Days gone bythe bad news of a sequel never coming out hurts even more. If a PS5 remaster is on the horizon, then it might feel like kicking the IP out of its system while it’s already dormant. A PS5 remaster implies there’s demand for the game, so not considering a sequel could be confusing at that point.

A Sony State of Play event is rumored to be held on September 24. Remaster's claims have suggested that Sony will reveal the mysterious project at the rumored event, so these
Days gone by
The remastering rumors will likely be confirmed or denied very soon.

There are a lot of great open-world games that deserve a sequel, and Days gone by is near the top of the list. The biker-style take on a zombie-ravaged world has been a breath of fresh air for many gamers. Traversal in the zombie genre usually involves riding on foot or even on horseback, as in The Last of Us – Part 2but bringing motorcycles into the equation was a really cool way to approach map exploration. As rumors of a new Sony State of Play continue to circulate, hopefully there will be more answers and insights into this speculation in the coming days.


Days Gone could live on as an unrepeatable cult classic

Although a PS5 remaster of Days gone by It would be a bittersweet announcement, there's also the possibility that it's simply a rumor that will soon be revealed to be false. The rumor mill claims that the remaster Sony is about to announce is “less exciting”, and marking Days gone by as something fans wouldn't be thrilled about isn't entirely accurate.

Days gone by
Developer Bend Studio is currently working on a new IP for PS5.


Unfortunately, it seems that all hope may be lost for a Days gone by return. Of course, Sony could eventually change its mind, but Bend Studio seems pretty confident that this will never happen. If Days gone by will receive a remaster for PS5, it will at least get a taste of a second life, even if it's not what many were hoping for.

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