The WhatsNext verdict
If you want a character-driven survival story built around tense stealth, scarce resources, and a bleak, atmospheric journey, this is a strong fit. Skip it if you need fast, varied combat or a lighter tone.
What it does best
Characters you fall in love with
A story that hits hard
Atmosphere you can drown in
Best-in-class stealth
What might put you off
Combat can feel repetitive and secondary to the story
Slow, relentlessly grim pacing
The setup
What you are walking into
The Last of Us Remastered is an updated release of the PS3 game The Last of Us. It is identical to the PS3 version but runs at a 1080p resolution and incorporates character models with a higher resolution. There are also improved shadows and lighting, upgraded textures, 60 frames per second and other types of improvements. In addition to the base game, two map packs and the expansion The Last of Us: Left Behind are included.
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