Days Gone Remastered was a highlight at Sony's recent State of Play showcase, but it has sparked some discontent among PlayStation Plus subscribers due to its $10 upgrade policy. Sony has clarified that this upgrade, available for $10, is exclusively for those who own the PlayStation 4 version of Days Gone on disc or digitally. Unfortunately, players who redeemed the game through the PS Plus subscription service, including those who got it from the now-defunct PS Plus Collection or as an Essential monthly game in April 2021, are not eligible for this discounted upgrade. Instead, they would need to purchase the PS5 remastered version at the full price of $49.99.
This decision has led to a wave of frustration among PS Plus subscribers, many of whom have taken to online forums to voice their dissatisfaction. A notable discussion on the PlayStation Plus subreddit shows subscribers expressing that they were willing to pay $10 for the upgrade but are not interested in buying the game at full price. Comments from users such as squarejellyfish_, teckn9ne79, dredizzle99, and jackanyon95 reflect a common sentiment that Sony could have generated additional revenue by allowing PS Plus owners to upgrade at a lower cost.
Some subscribers argue that Sony's choice to exclude PS Plus members from the upgrade deal seems shortsighted. They believe that offering the $10 upgrade to these players could have resulted in a significant number of sales, even if only for a brief trial of the game. On the other hand, some fans acknowledge that Sony's decision might be based on financial calculations that favor this restrictive approach, despite being labeled "stingy" by some of the community.
While Days Gone Remastered has stirred up controversy, it was not the only game announced during the State of Play. For a comprehensive look at all the announcements, check out IGN's State of Play February 2025 roundup.
