Lost Planet 3 vs Days Gone
Side-by-side comparison of features, pricing, ratings, and alternatives.
Lost Planet 3 returns to the extreme and unpredictable conditions of the series, revealing new truths about the foreboding planet E.D.N. III. Players step into the boots of Jim Peyton, a rig pilot who leaves Earth for a hazardous contract with Neo-Venus Construction (NEVEC) to survey the terrain and secure vital Thermal Energy reserves. Blending intense third-person shooter combat with first-person rig piloting gameplay, the title delivers a compelling single-player campaign alongside diverse multiplayer modes. Brave treacherous environments, battle indigenous Akrid, and survive the ever-changing climate while fighting for an early ticket home to family.
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.
- Compelling narrative exploring the planet's colonial past
- Immersive first-person rig piloting mechanics
- Atmospheric and dynamic frozen environment
- Diverse selection of multiplayer modes
- Immersive post-apocalyptic world
- Deep crafting and customization systems
- Intense combat and survival mechanics
- Strong narrative and characters
- Linear level design limits exploration
- Pacing can feel slow during narrative transitions
- Technical performance struggles at launch
- Some players may find the Freaker hordes too repetitive or frustrating
- Limited character customization options
- Some minor bugs and glitches reported by players
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The Verdict
AI-generated from listing dataDays Gone offers a richer open‑world, higher‑rated experience, making it the safer default; Lost Planet 3 trades that for a unique rig‑piloting mechanic and multiplayer modes.
Key differences
- •Open‑world exploration vs. linear level design
- •Motorcycle customization and deep crafting vs. utility‑rig mechanics
- •Single‑player focus vs. inclusion of multiplayer modes
- •Higher critic score (75 vs. 58)
- •Post‑apocalyptic horror theme vs. sci‑fi frozen planet setting
Gameplay & fun factor
Days Gone provides varied missions, stealth, and large Freaker hordes; Lost Planet 3 is more linear.
Platform availability
Days Gone is PS4 exclusive; Lost Planet 3 is available on multiple platforms (implied by multiplayer).
Price & value
Lost Planet 3 costs $39.99 vs. Days Gone $59.99, offering lower upfront cost.
Multiplayer / co‑op
Lost Planet 3 includes multiplayer modes; Days Gone is single‑player only.
Content & replayability
Open world, dynamic weather, day‑night cycle, and skill tree give Days Gone higher replay value.
Difficulty & accessibility
Both have moderate difficulty; Days Gone may be frustrating with large hordes, Lost Planet 3 has performance issues.
Graphics & performance
Days Gone released in 2019 with modern graphics; Lost Planet 3 (2013) had launch performance struggles.
Choose Lost Planet 3 if…
Players who prioritize lower price, multiplayer, and a unique rig‑piloting sci‑fi experience.
Choose Days Gone if…
Players who want an immersive open‑world, strong story, and higher critical acclaim, and don’t need multiplayer.
Common questions
Which game is cheaper?
Lost Planet 3 costs $39.99, while Days Gone is $59.99.
Do either of these games have multiplayer?
Only Lost Planet 3 offers multiplayer modes; Days Gone is single‑player only.
Which title has better critical reception?
Days Gone has a higher critic score (75/100) compared to Lost Planet 3 (58/100).