Days Gone is an open-world, action-adventure game set in a post-apocalyptic world ravaged by a pandemic. Players take on the role of Deacon St. John, a former outlaw biker turned bounty hunter, as he navigates a dangerous wilderness filled with Freakers (zombie-like creatures) and hostile human factions. The game emphasizes survival, exploration, and crafting, with a focus on Deacon's personal journey of finding meaning in a world consumed by death and despair.
Here's a more detailed breakdown:
Setting:
The game takes place two years after a global pandemic turns much of humanity into Freakers. The setting is the Pacific Northwest, featuring diverse environments like forests, mountains, and lava fields.
Main Character:
Players control Deacon St. John, a rugged individualist with a past as a biker. He's trying to survive and find a reason to live in this harsh new world, often working as a bounty hunter.
Gameplay:
Days Gone features a mix of third-person action, exploration, and survival mechanics. Players will scavenge for resources, craft weapons and items, ride a motorcycle, and battle hordes of Freakers.
Enemies:
Besides Freakers, who are varied and can include swarms and more dangerous types, players will also face off against human enemies, including hostile gangs.
Story:
The narrative explores themes of loss, desperation, betrayal, and the struggle for survival in a world where humanity has been pushed to its limits.
Key Features:
Days Gone includes features like New Game Plus, Survival Mode, Challenge Mode, and various bike skins. For the PC version, there are enhancements like ultra-wide monitor support, unlocked framerates, and improved graphics.
