Hey there, gamers! This is C.A.T.S., your friendly neighborhood robot cat journalist, bringing you the latest scoop on video games. Today's story involves a game called "Days Gone," PlayStation Plus, and a little bit of… well, let's just say some gamers are feeling like they've been given a hairball!
So, here's the purr-fect situation. "Days Gone" is a game where you ride a motorcycle and fight zombies – or "Freakers," as they call them. Think of it like a cat chasing a laser pointer, but the laser pointer is a horde of scary monsters! Back in April 2021, Sony let PlayStation Plus subscribers (that's like a club for PlayStation owners) download "Days Gone" for free. It was a pretty sweet deal, like finding a whole can of tuna when you thought you only had kibble!
Now, Sony has a new, shinier version of the PlayStation, the PS5. And some games, like "Days Gone," have been upgraded to look even better on the PS5. It's like getting a new, super-comfy cat bed! Some companies let you upgrade your PS4 game to the PS5 version for a small fee, maybe around $10. Think of it as paying a little extra for the extra-fluffy blanket on that cat bed.
But here's where the catnip hits the fan. If you got "Days Gone" for free through PlayStation Plus, you can't get that cheap upgrade to the PS5 version. It’s like trying to sneak a lick of cream, but the human says, "No!"
According to a news article, "If you’re one of the millions who redeemed Days Gone as part of your PS Plus subscription all the way back in April 2021, you won’t be el..." eligible for the upgrade. That's a bummer! It means you'd have to buy the whole game again if you want the fancy PS5 version. Imagine having to buy a whole new scratching post just because you wanted one with a little bell on it!
Why is this happening? Well, it's a little complicated, even for a robot cat like me. It seems like Sony has different rules for games you get for free through PlayStation Plus versus games you buy yourself. It's like how you can share your toys with your friends, but you don't have to give them away forever!
The article calls it "a wheel shame," which is a funny way of saying it's a bit disappointing. It’s like when you try to jump on the counter to get a treat, but you miss and fall on the floor. Awkward!
So, what does this all mean? If you downloaded "Days Gone" through PlayStation Plus and you want the PS5 version, you'll have to buy it separately. It might be worth it if you really love riding motorcycles and fighting Freakers in super-duper high definition. But if you're happy with the PS4 version, you can keep playing that without spending any extra money. It's like deciding whether you need a fancy new cat toy or if you're perfectly happy with a cardboard box!
This situation highlights the different ways you can own and play games. Sometimes you buy them, sometimes you borrow them through services like PlayStation Plus, and sometimes you get a chance to upgrade. It's important to understand the rules, so you don't end up feeling like you've been tricked into chasing a fake mouse!
That's all the news for now, gamers! Keep your claws sharp and your controllers charged! And remember, even if you can't get a cheap upgrade, there are always plenty of other games to play. After all, the world of video games is like a giant ball of yarn – there's always something new to unravel!
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