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- Days Gone has gained a cult following despite mixed reviews, with rumors of a PS5 remaster.
- The lack of a sequel for financial reasons is disappointing for fans, as the game's unique elements set it apart.
- A potential PS5 remaster may give the game a second lease of life, sparking hope for fans despite the fact that there is no chance of a sequel.
There have been plenty of unique takes on the zombie genre over the years, but Days Gone he gained a cult following for his portrayal. Despite mixed critical reviews upon release, many who played the game Days Gone I 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 stay alive. Now, rumors of a PS5 remaster on the way have excited many.
Days Gone has been in the news again recently. The game director didn't exactly appreciate these cameos Astro Botand now new rumors of a “less interesting” PS5 remaster than Horizon Zero Dawn have caused speculation about it Days Gone. VGC's Jordan Middler responded to these rumors of this “less exciting” remaster, suggesting that it could be Days Gone. If that's the case, then fans of the open-world zombie story might rejoice, but it would also sting many in the fanbase.
A Days Gone PS5 Remaster is a reminder of what will never be
No chance of a sequel hovering over a remaster
The massive hordes players face really helped Days Gone stand out in a genre struggling to be oversaturated. Although not a perfect game, the world and characters appeared in Days Gone made it a unique experience that inspired a lot of requests for a sequel. Unfortunately, it will probably never happen. Despite fan requests, Days GoneIts director stated that a sequel would never happen due to a lack of interest from higher ups at Sony. Unfortunately, the game wasn't the financial success Sony had hoped for, making talk of a sequel unlikely.
After the shocking cliffhanger ending of Days Gonethe bad news that a sequel never happens hurts even more. If a PS5 remaster is on the horizon, then it might feel like kicking the IP while it's already down. A PS5 remaster implies that there is demand for the game, so not considering a sequel can be confusing at the time.
A Sony State of Play event is rumored to take place on September 24th. The remaster claims that Sony will reveal the mysterious project at the supposed event, so these
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The remastered rumors will likely be confirmed or denied very soon.
There are many great open world games that deserve a sequel as well Days Gone is near the top of the list. The biker-influenced take on a zombie-ravaged world was a breath of fresh air for many gamers. Traversing in the zombie genre usually involves walking or even riding a horse, as in The last of us part 2but bringing motorbikes into the equation was a great way to approach map exploration. As rumors of a new Sony game state continue to swirl, hopefully there will be more answers and information on this speculation in a few days.
Days Gone can only 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 Sony's remaster is about to announce that it's “less interesting” and branding Days Gone as something fans wouldn't be happy about isn't entirely accurate.
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Developer Bend Studio is currently working on a new IP for the PS5.
Unfortunately, it looks like all hope may be lost for a Days Gone come back Of course, Sony could change its mind eventually, but Bend Studio seems pretty confident that this will never happen. If Days Gone is getting a PS5 remaster, at least it'll get a hint of a second life, even if it's not what many were hoping for.
