Days Gone is a video game where you can freely explore a large world and take part in exciting missions and battles. It is like an open-world action-adventure video game made by Bend Studio and published by Sony Interactive Entertainment. It first came out on April 26, 2019, for PlayStation 4. Later, it was also released on PC in May 2021.
The game takes place in a post-apocalyptic world, which means most of the world is destroyed after a deadly virus spreads, a world that has been ruined by a disaster, where people are struggling to survive. Many people are dead, and others have turned into zombie-like creatures called Freakers.
Who is the game about?
The main character in the game is Deacon St. John. He is a biker and a former soldier. After the virus outbreak, Deacon travels through dangerous forests and broken roads on his motorbike. He is looking for his missing wife, Sarah, who he thinks might still be alive.
While trying to survive, Deacon also helps other people, fights enemies, and slowly learns the truth about what happened to the world.
Where is the game set?
The game is set in Oregon, USA, which is shown with beautiful forests, rivers, mountains, and small towns. But behind this beauty, there is danger everywhere. Freakers can attack anytime, and players have to be careful all the time.
Why did Days Gone become popular?
When Days Gone was released in 2019, it got mixed reviews. Some people said the game had bugs and felt slow in the beginning. But many players liked it because of:
- A strong and emotional story
- Realistic characters
- Fun motorbike riding
- Big open world to explore
- Thrilling fights with large groups of Freakers
- Beautiful graphics and sound
After its release on PC in 2021, even more people discovered the game. It slowly became a fan favorite. Many now call it a hidden gem or an underrated masterpiece.
How is the gameplay?
You play in third-person view, controlling Deacon. You ride a bike, fight enemies, use guns and knives, and set traps. You have to collect fuel, food, and parts to keep going. There are both story missions and side missions.
Sometimes, huge groups of Freakers attack at once. It gets very intense, and you have to think fast or run to survive. The game mixes action, horror, survival, and deep emotions in one package.
Will there be Days Gone 2?
Many fans have been asking for Days Gone 2. The developers had ideas for a sequel, but sadly, Sony did not approve it. This made fans very upset. Some even started online petitions asking Sony to bring the sequel.
So far, there is no official news about Days Gone 2, but fans still hope it will happen one day.
Now even after 6 years, Days Gone is still loved by many gamers around the world. It might not have won awards, but it won the hearts of players with its emotional story and exciting gameplay.
If you enjoy survival games with action, emotions, and a strong hero then Days Gone is a great game to try.
