While we know that Sony has officially announced Days Gone Remastered for the PS5, there’s a catch that has some gamers frustrated. If you got your copy of Days Gone through PlayStation Plus, you won’t be eligible for the $10 upgrade to the remastered version. Here’s everything you need to know about this.
Days Gone Remastered: Why PS Plus Users Can’t Get the $10 PS5 Upgrade
So first, let’s talk about what Days Gone Remastered brings to the table. Sony has confirmed the remaster will feature upgraded visuals, improved frame rates, faster loading times, and support for Tempest 3D audio on the PS5. Not to mention, it includes brand-new game modes like Horde Assault and Permadeath Mode, plus an enhanced photo mode.
Now, here’s where things get a little messy. If you already own the PS4 version of Days Gone—either physically or digitally—you can upgrade to the remastered PS5 version for just $10. However, if you claimed Days Gone through PlayStation Plus when it was offered as part of the subscription service, you’re out of luck. Sony will not be offering an upgrade option for these players. If you want the remastered version, you’ll have to buy it at full price of $49.99.
This isn’t the first time PlayStation Plus users have been left out of an upgrade deal. Sony has a history of treating PlayStation Plus game redemptions differently from purchased copies. If you didn’t pay full price for the game, you won’t be offered a discount on the remaster. Is that fair? Many players argue that they still own the game through their subscription and should be eligible for the same upgrade option.
Sony has a track record of handling PlayStation Plus game redemptions differently from purchased copies, especially when it comes to upgrades and remasters. When Final Fantasy VII Remake was offered on PS Plus in March 2021, subscribers who redeemed it were not eligible for the free PS5 upgrade when it was released later that year. Sony later reversed this decision after backlash, allowing PS Plus users to upgrade for free in December 2021.
This shows a clear trend—Sony tends to treat PS Plus redemptions more like “rentals” rather than true ownership when it comes to upgrades. That’s why Days Gone Remastered follows this same pattern, excluding PS Plus users from the $10 upgrade deal.
As expected, the gaming community is divided. Some understand Sony’s stance, while others see this as another example of PlayStation Plus subscribers getting a raw deal. After all, Days Gone was a PS Plus freebie back in April 2021, meaning a lot of players might’ve missed out on an easy upgrade simply because they didn’t purchase it outright.
Days Gone Remastered is shaping up to be an exciting upgrade for PS5 players. But if you’re a PlayStation Plus user who was hoping for that $10 deal, you might have to rethink your plans. The game launches on April 25, 2025, so mark your calendars.
