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PlayStation Plus Subscribers Praise Days Gone as One of the Best Open-World Games
The 2019 Sony Bend Studio title has found new life on the subscription service, with fans calling it a "peak" open-world experience.
Published on Feb. 1, 2026
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PlayStation Plus subscribers are praising Days Gone as one of the best open-world games available on the service, with fans highlighting the game's impressive open world filled with danger and adrenaline-pumping moments. While a sequel to the 2019 title is unlikely, players are grateful for the opportunity to experience the definitive open-world zombie apocalypse game.
Why it matters
Days Gone has developed a cult following since its initial release, with players discovering the game's strengths after initially dismissing it due to lukewarm reviews. The game's renewed popularity on PlayStation Plus showcases the value of the subscription service in helping underrated titles find new audiences.
The details
Released in 2019, Days Gone was developed by Sony Bend Studio and published by Sony. The game features an open-world set in the aftermath of a global pandemic, with players navigating the dangers of the post-apocalyptic landscape. While the game received mixed reviews upon release, PlayStation Plus subscribers have praised its impressive open world, adrenaline-fueled gameplay, and the sense of fear and dread when encountering the game's hordes of zombies.
- Days Gone was first released on April 26, 2019.
- The game has found new life on PlayStation Plus in 2026.
The players
Days Gone
An open-world action-adventure game developed by Sony Bend Studio and published by Sony in 2019.
Sony Bend Studio
The game development studio behind Days Gone.
What they’re saying
“Days Gone isn't my favorite game of all time (that would be Ghost of Tsushima, which has a Days Gone reference), but it's certainly on my list for top games of all time. This was a joy to play through all the way. I can't believe I slept on it earlier because of bad reviews, it really is a definitive open world zombie apocalypse game.”
— Reddit user (Reddit)
“I'd never played a game that genuinely made me run in fear muttering 's**t, s**t, s**t' under my breath until this one. When you accidentally disturb a hoard, it's one of the most adrenaline causing moments I've ever had playing video games.”
— Reddit user wehttamman (Reddit)
The takeaway
While a sequel to Days Gone is unlikely, the game's renewed popularity on PlayStation Plus shows the value of subscription services in helping underrated titles find new audiences and appreciation. The game's impressive open world, adrenaline-fueled gameplay, and dedicated fan base have cemented its status as one of the best open-world experiences available on the platform.
