Horizon Zero Dawn’s Stunning Remaster Pushes OG Version to Luxury Pricing Point
The Remastered Horizon Zero Dawn: Save Your Money, Sony Says
In a move that’s left many gamers scratching their heads, Sony has announced that the recently released remastered version of Horizon Zero Dawn will be available for PS5 and PC on October 31, with a price tag of $50. But here’s the twist: if you already own the original game on PS4, you can upgrade for just $10.
However, if you were thinking of buying the old PS4 version now so you could upgrade later, think again. Sony has doubled the price of the original game to $40, making it no longer a viable option to save money. As spotted by Eurogamer, the price increase took place on September 25.
So, what does this mean for gamers who want to play Horizon Zero Dawn on PS4? If you buy the game today and then upgrade to the PS5 version, you’ll be spending a total of $50. That’s because the price of the remastered game is $50, and the upgrade price is $10. But if you had waited for the price to drop on the original game, you could have bought it for $20 and then upgraded for $10, saving $10 in the process.
Why is Sony doing this?
Sony hasn’t officially commented on the price increase, but it’s clear that they’re trying to discourage people from buying the original game at a discounted price and then upgrading to the remastered version. By doubling the price of the original game, Sony is effectively making it no longer worthwhile to buy the old game and then upgrade.
Some might argue that this move is a bit silly, as it’s not hurting anyone to allow people to buy the old game at a discounted price and then upgrade. After all, Sony is still making money from the sale of both the original game and the remastered version.
What are your options?
If you still want to play Horizon Zero Dawn on PS4, you can still find cheap used physical copies of the game. Alternatively, if you own the original game on disc, you can still upgrade to the remastered version for just $10.
It’s worth noting that Sony isn’t going to go around smashing up every copy of Horizon Zero Dawn hanging out in GameStops around the country (at least, we don’t think they will!).
Conclusion
The release of the remastered Horizon Zero Dawn has left many gamers with some tough decisions to make. While the game looks like it’s going to be a great addition to any PS5 or PC gamer’s library, the price increase on the original game has left some feeling frustrated. Whether or not this move will impact the success of the game remains to be seen.
