Days Gone Remastered's $10 upgrade sparks PS Plus subscriber outrage. While the remastered version for PlayStation 5 was a highlight of Sony's recent State of Play, the $10 upgrade path is exclusive to those who purchased the PlayStation 4 disc or digital version. PS Plus subscribers, including those who acquired the game through the now-defunct PS Plus Collection or its April 2021 Essential offering, are ineligible for the discounted upgrade and must pay the full $49.99 price.
This policy has ignited a firestorm of criticism on online forums, particularly the PlayStation Plus subreddit. Many subscribers express their willingness to pay the $10 upgrade fee but are now choosing to forgo the PS5 remaster entirely. Several comments highlight the potential lost revenue for Sony, suggesting that even a small upgrade fee from a large portion of PS Plus users would have been significant. One user, squarejellyfish_, noted that Sony could have generated substantial revenue even from those who might only play for a short time.
While some acknowledge Sony's likely financial analysis behind this decision, the company is facing accusations of being "stingy" from some dedicated fans who anticipated a more generous approach. The Days Gone Remastered announcement was just one of several PlayStation game reveals during the State of Play event; IGN's February 2025 State of Play roundup provides a comprehensive overview of all announcements.