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Crimson Dragon vs Days Gone

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Crimson Dragon
Crimson DragonRide dragons, battle the White Phantom and save Draco from Crimsonscale.
Days Gone
Days GoneSurvive the Freaker apocalypse
Overview
Description

Set on the distant planet Draco, humanity's last colony fights a deadly disease and a colossal enemy known as the White Phantom. As a rare survivor able to tame dragons, you join the Seeker defense forces to hunt down the threat and protect the remaining settlers. Control your dragon in fast‑paced aerial combat, upgrade its abilities, and tackle missions ranging from solo story quests to cooperative assaults against hostile forces. The game blends shooter mechanics with dragon‑riding thrills across single‑player, multiplayer, and co‑op modes.

Days Gone is an action-adventure survival horror game set in a post-apocalyptic Oregon. Players control Deacon St. John, a bounty hunter fighting to survive against hordes of Freakers, the zombie-like creatures that have devastated the world. The game features a vast open world to explore, a variety of missions and side quests, and a dynamic weather system and day-night cycle that affects gameplay.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Category
Third-Person Shooters
Third-Person Shooters
Best for
Dragon shooter enthusiasts
Action-adventure fans
Specifications
General
msrp
$59.99
$59.99
release date
2013-11-22
2019-04-26
Specifications
developer
Grounding Inc
Bend Studio
publisher
Microsoft Studios
Sony Interactive Entertainment
age rating
PEGI 12, ESRB T
PEGI 18, ESRB M+50%
multiplayer
Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
critic score
55/100
75/100+36%
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Unique dragon‑riding shooter mechanics
  • Rich sci‑fi narrative set on an alien world
  • Supports single‑player, co‑op, and multiplayer modes
  • Varied skill‑tree for dragon customization
  • Immersive post-apocalyptic world
  • Deep crafting and customization systems
  • Intense combat and survival mechanics
  • Strong narrative and characters
Cons
  • Mid‑range critic score may deter some players
  • Graphics show their age compared to newer titles
  • Multiplayer matchmaking can be inconsistent
  • Some players may find the Freaker hordes too repetitive or frustrating
  • Limited character customization options
  • Some minor bugs and glitches reported by players
Community & Metrics
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1
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The Verdict

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Days Gone offers a higher‑rated, story‑driven open‑world adventure on PS4, while Crimson Dragon provides multiplayer dragon combat at a similar price but with lower reviews.

Key differences

  • Days Gone is a PS4 exclusive single‑player experience; Crimson Dragon includes multiplayer/co‑op modes and is not limited to one console.
  • Critic scores differ markedly: Days Gone 75/100 vs Crimson Dragon 55/100.
  • Days Gone focuses on survival crafting and narrative; Crimson Dragon emphasizes dragon‑riding shooter mechanics and skill‑tree customization.
  • Age ratings: Days Gone ESRB M (18+) versus Crimson Dragon ESRB T (13+).
  • Release dates: Days Gone (2019) is newer than Crimson Dragon (2013), affecting graphics and tech.
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Gameplay & fun factor

Days Gone has a higher critic score (75) and deep survival/crafting loops versus Crimson Dragon's lower score (55).

Days Gone

Platform availability

Days Gone is PS4 exclusive; Crimson Dragon’s platform isn’t specified, implying broader potential availability.

Crimson Dragon

Pricing & value

Both list an MSRP of $59.99.

Tie

Multiplayer / co‑op

Crimson Dragon offers single‑player, multiplayer and co‑op; Days Gone is single‑player only.

Crimson Dragon

Content & replayability

Days Gone features an open world, side quests, and dynamic weather; Crimson Dragon relies mainly on its multiplayer modes.

Days Gone

Difficulty & accessibility

Crimson Dragon’s ESRB T rating makes it accessible to younger players; Days Gone is rated M.

Crimson Dragon

Graphics & performance

Days Gone released in 2019 with newer graphics; Crimson Dragon (2013) is noted as showing its age.

Days Gone

Choose Crimson Dragon if…

Players who want dragon‑riding shooter action with multiplayer/co‑op options and a lower age rating.

Choose Days Gone if…

Players who want a story‑rich, single‑player open‑world survival game on PS4.

Common questions

Is there any multiplayer in Days Gone?

No, Days Gone is single‑player only.

Which game has a higher critic rating?

Days Gone with a critic score of 75/100 versus Crimson Dragon's 55/100.

Can I play Crimson Dragon on PlayStation?

Platform not specified; Days Gone is PS4 exclusive, so availability on PlayStation is unclear for Crimson Dragon.