November 2023

Why Can't I Let Go of The Last Of Us?

Content Overview :

Seven-year wait for The Last of Us Part II Remastered and HBO adaptation.
Development of Alan Wake 2 expanding the 'Remedy-Verse'.
Deep appreciation for The Last of Us series and potential oversaturation.
Influence of The Last of Us since 2013 release.
Sequel's departure from original's story and future of the series.

The Last of Us Part II Remastered: An Unforgettable Journey Revisited

The Last of Us Part II Remastered featuring Ellie and Abby Image: Naughty Dog

It's hard to forget the seven-year wait for a sequel to Naughty Dog's post-apocalyptic action game, The Last of Us. The ending left us pondering, questioning if a sequel was even in the cards. Yet, here we are, hit with a wave of Last of Us content, including a promising HBO adaptation and the announcement of The Last of Us Part II Remastered.

Alan Wake 2: Building on the 'Remedy-Verse'

Let's not forget to mention the exciting development of Alan Wake 2, a game that promises to expand the 'Remedy-Verse'. You can check out a video discussing the game's development and its roots in the Remedy-Verse on our social media platforms.

Also, take a look at our previous articles: "Is Alan Wake Worth Playing Before Its Sequel?" and "Tears Of The Kingdom's Newspaper Questline And The State Of Hyrulean Journalism".

Deep Appreciation for The Last of Us Series

As a fan of The Last of Us and its sequel, I have a deep appreciation for the series. The artwork of Ellie and Abby adorns my apartment walls, and a $2000 replica of Ellie’s guitar from Part II is a prized possession. However, even the most devoted fans can see when it's time to slow down, and The Last of Us series might be reaching that point.

The Last of Us: A Decade of Influence

The Last of Us Remastered box art Image: Naughty Dog

The Last of Us, released in 2013, received widespread acclaim, winning numerous Game of the Year awards. It turned co-directors Neil Druckmann and Bruce Straley, and cast members Ashley Johnson and Troy Baker, into household names. Even the action-adventure series Uncharted adopted a more somber tone in Uncharted 4, following The Last of Us' success.

From DLC to Remastered Edition

In 2014, we were introduced to the Left Behind DLC, focusing on Ellie's past. This was followed by The Last of Us Remastered on PlayStation 4. Despite its early release, the remastered edition, complete with extras and improved frame rate, was a reasonable prospect, considering the PS4's lack of backward compatibility.

The Sequel and Beyond

The sequel, revealed at PlayStation Experience 2016, promised a departure from the original's story, focusing on the themes of hatred and cycles of violence. It's clear that The Last of Us has become a major player in the gaming industry. Let's see what the future holds for this influential series.

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