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Days Gone vs Van Helsing

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Days Gone
Days GoneSurvive the Freaker apocalypse
Van Helsing
Van HelsingHunt Dracula in a gothic shooter adventure.
Overview
Description

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.

Step into the shoes of the legendary monster hunter Van Helsing in this third‑person shooter based on the 2004 Stephen Sommers film. Travel from the foggy streets of Paris to the haunted castles of Transylvania as you battle classic monsters and the infamous Count himself. The game captures the film’s dark atmosphere while delivering action‑packed gunplay across PlayStation 2, Xbox, Game Boy Advance, and mobile platforms.

Pricing
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Paid (One-time)
Category
Third-Person Shooters
Third-Person Shooters
Best for
Action-adventure fans
Fans of movie‑based action horror
Specifications
General
msrp
$59.99
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release date
2019-04-26
2004-04-27
Specifications
developer
Bend Studio
Megatube
publisher
Sony Interactive Entertainment
Vivendi Universal Games
age rating
PEGI 18, ESRB M
ESRB T
multiplayer
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Single player
critic score
75/100+44%
52/100
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Immersive post-apocalyptic world
  • Deep crafting and customization systems
  • Intense combat and survival mechanics
  • Strong narrative and characters
  • Faithful adaptation of the movie’s storyline
  • Varied weapon arsenal for combat
  • Distinct boss fights with Dracula’s brides
  • Available on multiple platforms
Cons
  • Some players may find the Freaker hordes too repetitive or frustrating
  • Limited character customization options
  • Some minor bugs and glitches reported by players
  • Linear level design limits replayability
  • Graphics dated by modern standards
  • Controls can feel clunky on handheld version
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The Verdict

AI-generated from listing data

Days Gone offers a richer, modern open‑world experience with higher critical praise but costs more and is PS4‑only, while Van Helsing is a cheaper, multi‑platform linear shooter tied to its movie source.

Key differences

  • •Gameplay scope: open‑world survival vs. linear shooter levels
  • •Graphics: modern (2019) vs. dated (2004)
  • •Critical reception: 75/100 vs. 52/100
  • •Platform availability: PS4 exclusive vs. four platforms
  • •Price: $59.99 MSRP vs. unspecified one‑time paid (likely lower)
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Gameplay & fun factor

Days Gone provides open world, crafting, and dynamic weather, whereas Van Helsing is linear with limited replay.

Days Gone

Platform availability

Van Helsing runs on four platforms; Days Gone is a PS4 exclusive.

Van Helsing

Price & value

Van Helsing’s price is unspecified but likely lower than Days Gone’s $59.99 MSRP.

Van Helsing

Multiplayer / co‑op

Both are single‑player only.

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Content & replayability

Days Gone’s open world and side quests give more replay value than Van Helsing’s linear design.

Days Gone

Difficulty & accessibility

No specific difficulty or accessibility data provided for either.

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Graphics & performance

Days Gone (2019) has modern graphics; Van Helsing (2004) is dated by today’s standards.

Days Gone

Choose Days Gone if…

Players seeking a modern, immersive open‑world survival adventure on PS4.

Choose Van Helsing if…

Fans of the Van Helsing film who want a cheaper, multi‑platform shooter.

Common questions

Which game is cheaper?

Van Helsing’s price is unspecified but likely lower than Days Gone’s $59.99 MSRP.

Do either of these support multiplayer?

Both are single‑player only.

Which has better critical reviews?

Days Gone received a 75/100 critic score, while Van Helsing scored 52/100.