Days Gone update (build 18212596) is now available to download on PC. According to unofficial Days Gone PC patch notes, the latest update enhances visual realism with improved lighting, shadows, and sky simulation. Apart from this, the new Days Gone patch also introduces DualSense haptic support, accessibility options, and significantly darker nights for deeper immersion.
Days Gone PC Patch Notes for April 25, 2025

Patch Highlights
- DualSense controller haptic feedback support added
- New accessibility features introduced
- Major visual upgrades to world graphics and lighting
- Enhanced atmospheric and sky rendering using ozone and spectral simulation
- Nighttime now appears significantly darker for realism
World & Visual Enhancements
Graphics Improvements
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Implemented new atmospheric and sky simulation using ozone and spectral light calculations
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Produces more realistic color tones and light intensities
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Nighttime lighting is now significantly darker, increasing immersion
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Enhanced screen space indirect lighting and ambient occlusion for better visual depth
Shadow Enhancements
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Shadowmap resolution doubled when Shadow Quality is set to Highest
Controller & Accessibility
DualSense Support
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Added haptic feedback support for the DualSense controller, enhancing gameplay immersion
Accessibility
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New accessibility features added to improve usability for all players
Additional Improvements
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Minor optimizations and polishing for overall game experience
Previously, a big update added a new option to reset jobs, new bike decals and tanks, and a general improvement to optimization for our game. Unfortunately, since the last major patch, players are experiencing a number of bugs in the game. Today’s Days Gone patch will fix a few of these issues.
Download free Days Gone update on PC.