Days Gone Remastered is set to launch on April 25, 2025, exclusively as a digital title for PlayStation 5. This enhanced version of the original game introduces a range of updates and new features designed to leverage the capabilities of the PS5 and provide a richer gameplay experience.PlayStation.Blog
New Gameplay Modes
The remastered edition introduces three new modes:LOS40+1Diario AS+1
- Horde Assault Mode: An arcade-style survival mode where players face escalating waves of up to 800 Freakers. Starting with only a handgun, players must survive to reach their bike and access randomized weapon caches, including new weapons like the flamethrower. Wikipedia – Die freie Enzyklopädie
- Permadeath Mode: A challenging mode where death results in either a complete game restart or a return to the beginning of the current act, depending on player preference. Wikipedia – Die freie Enzyklopädie
- Speedrun Mode: Designed for competitive players, this mode tracks completion times, pausing during cutscenes, and provides detailed statistics upon completion.
Visual and Performance Enhancements
Days Gone Remastered offers improved graphics and performance options:
- Performance Mode: Runs at 1440p resolution targeting 60 frames per second.bendstudio.com
- Quality Mode: Offers native 4K resolution at 30 frames per second.bendstudio.com
- Enhanced Visuals: Includes better shadows, lighting, and vegetation draw distances.Steam Community
- DualSense Features: Utilizes haptic feedback and adaptive triggers for a more immersive experience.
Accessibility Improvements
The remaster includes expanded accessibility options:LOS40+1GameSpot+1
- Game Speed Adjustment: Allows players to modify the game’s speed to suit their comfort.GameSpot
- High Contrast Mode: Enhances visual clarity for better visibility.
- Customizable Controls: Offers remapping of controller inputs to accommodate different playstyles.
Photo Mode Enhancements
The photo mode has been upgraded with:
- Time-of-Day Settings: Adjust the in-game time to capture desired lighting.Worthplaying
- Three-Point Lighting System: Provides advanced lighting controls for photography.
- Custom Logos: Add personalized logos to your photos.
Trophy Additions
New trophies have been added, including challenges related to the newly introduced Horde Assault and Permadeath modes. Wolf’s Gaming Blog+1GameSpot+1
Upgrade Path and Pricing
- For PS4 Owners: Players who own the original Days Gone on PS4 can upgrade to the remastered version for $10 USD.LOS40+2PlayStation.Blog+2Diario AS+2
- For New Players: The remastered edition is available for purchase at $49.99 USD.IGN+3PlayStation.Blog+3Diario AS+3
- Note: Players who acquired Days Gone through PlayStation Plus are not eligible for the discounted upgrade and must purchase the full remastered version. Diario AS+1LOS40+1
Additionally, all enhancements and new content introduced in the PS5 remaster will be available to PC players as a free update on the same day.
