The Last of Us turns seven years outdated as we speak, simply 5 days earlier than the discharge of the highly-anticipated The Last of Us Part 2.
Centering across the relationship fostered between co-protagonists Joel and Ellie, The Last of Us launched to close common acclaim again in 2013 and is famend to this present day for its darkish and harrowing grit. The sequel, spearheaded by Neil Druckmann and Halley Gross, has been eagerly anticipated by followers ever since credit rolled on the inaugural game.
It feels considerably becoming that it’s as a result of ship in the identical week as the unique title, seven years on (or 5 years in-game, which, from trailers, takes place in 2018).
If you’re interested by The Last of Us Part 2, remember to try our spoiler-free review, through which Kirk calls it a “generation-defining masterpiece.” You may also try a video model of the evaluate under.
“When the credits rolled on The Last of Us Part 2 I was still buzzing from the excitement of the final few hours,” reads the evaluate. “My loyalty shifted between characters. I grew to love who I hated and dislike who I loved. I laughed, I teared up. I felt anger and elation. It’s the new high water mark for video game characters and I can’t wait for everyone to see just how special it is.”
“As soon as it ended, I booted up New Game Plus and I’m experiencing it again with my eyes open, the context of the finished story imprinting new meaning into those early scenes and characters. I’m not swiping in the dark anymore.”
We additionally compiled a helpful round-up of other reviews, which signifies that – like its predecessor – The Last of Us Part 2 has been acquired with close to common acclaim.
Apparently Naughty Dog’s next project will be either The Last of Us Part 3 or a brand new IP.
