PSA: Days Gone Remastered $10 PS5 Upgrade Not Available for Game Redemptions via PS Plus

Sony's recent State of Play showcased Days Gone Remastered, but its $10 upgrade policy has sparked controversy among PlayStation Plus subscribers. The $10 upgrade to the PS5 remaster is only available to those who purchased the PlayStation 4 version (disc or digital). PS Plus subscribers who redeemed the game through the service (including the now-defunct PS Plus Collection and April 2021's Essential monthly offering) are ineligible for the discounted upgrade and must pay the full $49.99 price.

This decision has prompted widespread online complaints. Many PS Plus subscribers express their willingness to pay the $10 upgrade fee but are now unwilling to purchase the game at full price. Several Reddit comments highlight the potential lost revenue from this restriction. One user points out that Sony could have generated significant additional income by extending the $10 upgrade offer to PS Plus users, even if only a fraction took advantage of it. Another user stated they would have paid the $10 upgrade fee but will now retain their existing PS Plus copy. The sentiment is echoed by others who find the policy "stupid" and are unwilling to pay full price for what they perceive as an unnecessary remaster. One user even criticized Sony for its perceived lack of generosity, given the game was previously offered for free through PS Plus.

While some PS Plus subscribers understand Sony's likely financial calculations behind this decision, many hardcore fans are criticizing the company's perceived "stinginess." The Days Gone Remastered announcement was just one of several PlayStation game reveals during the February 2025 State of Play event. For a complete overview of the announcements, refer to IGN's State of Play February 2025 roundup.