Days Gone takes place in a post-apocalyptic version of Oregon, specifically set two years after a global pandemic that turned many humans into zombie-like creatures called Freakers
. The game’s open world includes real and fictional locations in Oregon, such as Deschutes County, Klamath County, Crater Lake, Lost Lake, Hot Springs, Cascades, Iron Butte, and Highway 97
. Key camps and regions featured in the game include Deacon St. John's home base Lost Lake, the militia-controlled Crater Lake, and the cultist area Iron Butte
. The game world is inspired by real Oregon geography and landmarks, including Crater Lake and Wizard Island
