During Sony's recent State of Play showcase, the announcement of Days Gone Remastered caught the attention of many, but it has left some PlayStation Plus subscribers feeling frustrated due to its $10 upgrade policy. Sony has clarified that the $10 upgrade to the remastered version on PlayStation 5 is exclusively available to those who own the PlayStation 4 disc or a digital copy of Days Gone. Unfortunately, this means that players who obtained the game through the PS Plus subscription service, including those who redeemed it from the now-defunct PS Plus Collection or as an Essential monthly game in April 2021, are not eligible for the discounted upgrade. Instead, they must pay the full price of $49.99 to access the PS5 remastered version.
This decision has sparked a wave of discontent among PS Plus subscribers, many of whom have taken to online platforms like the PlayStation Plus subreddit to voice their frustrations. A notable thread on the subreddit is filled with comments from subscribers who express their willingness to pay the $10 upgrade fee but are unwilling to purchase the game at full price. Users such as squarejellyfish_ have pointed out that Sony could have potentially earned a significant amount if PS Plus players were allowed to upgrade, even if just to try the game for a short period. Similarly, teckn9ne79 and dredizzle99 have stated their preference for the upgrade option over buying the game outright, with dredizzle99 suggesting that Sony might be missing out on a large number of potential sales from the PS Plus community.
Jackanyon95 criticized the decision, arguing that since the game was previously offered for free, allowing an upgrade would have generated additional revenue from existing owners. However, some subscribers are not entirely surprised by Sony's approach, acknowledging that the company likely made this decision based on financial calculations. Despite this, Sony is facing criticism from its dedicated fanbase, who are labeling the company as "stingy" for not extending the upgrade offer to PS Plus members.
While Days Gone Remastered was a highlight of the State of Play, it was not the only game announced. For a comprehensive overview of all the announcements, you can check out IGN's State of Play February 2025 roundup.
