Days Gone Remastered Preorders Show Strong Performance Despite Criticisms

At the recent PlayStation State of Play event, the unveiling of Days Gone Remastered was met with mixed reactions from the gaming community. Many PlayStation users were quick to voice their concerns, primarily focusing on the pricing strategy for this updated version. Despite the initial backlash, the game is actually seeing strong preorder numbers ahead of its release on April 25.

Interestingly, Days Gone Remastered has made its way into the top 10 best-selling preorders on the PlayStation Store, something highlighted by user @vikingdad278. Although initially positioned at number eight, it has currently nestled into the tenth spot.

The preorder list also includes heavyweights like three different editions of Monster Hunter Wilds, two versions of MLB The Show 25, the Elden Ring Nightreign Deluxe Edition, WWE 2K25, PGA 2K25, and the Assassin’s Creed Shadows digital deluxe edition. Notably, it’s outselling anticipated titles such as Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, and Doom: The Dark Ages.

What makes the preorder success of Days Gone Remastered particularly intriguing is the unique pricing model. Loyal fans who already own the game can grab the remaster for a mere $10, which is a significant discount from the standard $49.99 price tag. However, this offer doesn’t extend to those who have accessed the game through Sony’s PS Plus subscription service. While it’s unclear how many preorders are from players tapping into the $10 deal, it’s reasonable to assume that a substantial number of existing owners are opting to snag the remaster at this reduced price.