Important takeaways
- Days Gone has gained a cult following despite mixed reviews, with rumors of a PS5 remaster circulating.
- The lack of a sequel due to financial reasons is disappointing to fans, as the game's unique elements set it apart.
- A potential PS5 remaster could give the game a second life and bring hope to fans even though there is no chance of a sequel.
There have been many unique takes on the zombie genre over the years, but Days gone has gained a cult following with his portrayal. Despite mixed critical reviews at launch, many who have played Days gone fell in love with the game. The open world zombie survival story follows biker Deacon St. John in a post-apocalyptic world where factions fight to survive. Now rumors of a PS5 remaster on the way have excited many.
Days away has resurfaced in the news recently. The game's director wasn't exactly appreciative of the cameo in Astro Botand now new rumors of a “less exciting” PS5 remaster than Horizon Zero Dawn has sparked speculation about it Days gone. VGC's Jordan Middler responded to these rumors of this “less exciting” remaster by suggesting that it could be Days away. If so, fans of the open-world zombie saga may rejoice, but it would also sting many in the fanbase.
A Days Gone PS5 Remaster is a reminder of what will never be
No possibility of a sequel would overshadow a remaster
The massive hordes players face certainly helped Days away stands out in a genre that struggles with being oversaturated. While it wasn't a perfect game, the world and characters were there Days away made it a unique experience, which has inspired a lot of demand for a sequel. Unfortunately, that will probably never happen. Despite requests from fans, Days aways director has said that a sequel will never happen due to a lack of interest from Sony's higher-ups. Unfortunately, the game wasn't the financial success Sony was hoping for, making sequel talks unlikely.
After the shocking cliffhanger ending of Days awaythe bad news that a sequel is never happening hurts even more. If a PS5 remaster is on the horizon, it might feel like kicking the IP while it's already down. A PS5 remaster means there is a demand for the game, so not thinking about a sequel can be confusing at that point.
A rumored Sony State of Play event is speculated to happen on September 24th. Remaster claims have suggested that Sony will reveal the mysterious project at the supposed event, so these
Days away
rumors of remasters are likely to be confirmed or revealed very soon.
There are many great open world games that deserve a sequel, and Days away is near the top of the list. The biker-influenced version of a zombie-ravaged world was a breath of fresh air for many players. Traversing in the zombie genre usually involves going 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 exploring the map. As rumors of a new Sony State of Play continue to swirl, hopefully there will be more answers and insights given to these speculations in a few days.
Days Gone may just live on as a one-off cult classic
Although a PS5 remaster of Days gone would be a bittersweet announcement, there is also the possibility that this is simply a rumor that will soon be proven false. The rumor mill claims that the remaster Sony is about to announce is “less exciting” and marking Days gone which something fans wouldn't be excited about isn't entirely accurate.
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developer Bend Studio is currently working on a new IP for the PS5.
Unfortunately, it appears that all hope may be lost for one Days away comeback. Of course, Sony may eventually change its mind, but Bend Studio seems pretty confident that this will never happen. If Days away gets a PS5 remaster, it will at least get a semblance of a second life, even if it's not what many were hoping for.
