Days Gone Remastered PS5 Upgrade Unavailable for PS Plus Game Redemptions

During Sony's recent State of Play showcase, the announcement of Days Gone Remastered caught the attention of many, but it has sparked discontent among some PlayStation Plus subscribers due to its $10 upgrade policy. Sony has clarified that only owners of the PlayStation 4 disc or digital copy of Days Gone are eligible for this discounted upgrade to the PS5 version. Unfortunately, this excludes those who obtained the game through the PS Plus subscription service, including those who redeemed it from the now-defunct PS Plus Collection or during its run as an Essential monthly game in April 2021.

This means that PS Plus subscribers who have Days Gone in their library must pay the full $49.99 to access the remastered version on PS5. The revelation of this upgrade policy has led to a wave of frustration among subscribers, evident in online forums such as the PlayStation Plus subreddit. Many have expressed their disappointment, indicating they would have been willing to pay the $10 upgrade fee but are now opting out of purchasing the game altogether.

Comments from the community, such as those from user squarejellyfish_, suggest that Sony could have generated significant revenue if PS Plus players were included in the upgrade offer. Teckn9ne79 echoed this sentiment, stating they would only pay for the upgrade and not the full price. Dredizzle99 called the decision "pretty stupid," emphasizing that many PS Plus owners would have been willing to pay the $10 to try the remaster. Jackanyon95 criticized the move as "awkward," pointing out that Sony is missing out on potential earnings from the large base of PS Plus owners.

Despite the backlash, some subscribers are not surprised by Sony's decision, acknowledging that the company likely made this choice based on financial projections. Nonetheless, Sony is facing criticism from its dedicated fanbase, with some labeling the company as "stingy" for not extending this offer to all players.

While Days Gone Remastered was a highlight of the State of Play, it was not the only game revealed. For a comprehensive list of all announcements, check out IGN’s State of Play February 2025 roundup.