The Last of Us: Left Behind

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  1. strapcharles
    Feb 25, 2014
    10
    This is a great DLC. Short but sweet. Not too challenging, but challenging enough to keep you having to try over and over a few times. But you get it pretty quickly.
  2. MikefromAngus
    Feb 14, 2014
    10
    Simply incredible! the graphics are amazing even on LOW 720p! and On a PS3 console! Story is great! tense is there, gameplay is good as well. This is one of the better DLC I have ever played!
  3. Kenmei
    Feb 18, 2014
    10
    Any excuse I get into playing more, original content for the Last of Us, I'll be all over. And this is no exception. There's alot to love about this short experience but there's a few things that don't really gel within the game. The game is goes from a series of flashbacks to present time, within the game, where you learn more about Ellie's motivations about why she's doing what she'sAny excuse I get into playing more, original content for the Last of Us, I'll be all over. And this is no exception. There's alot to love about this short experience but there's a few things that don't really gel within the game. The game is goes from a series of flashbacks to present time, within the game, where you learn more about Ellie's motivations about why she's doing what she's doing. The introduction of the character of Riley, who we've only heard about till this point, was well done. The storyline about her and Ellie's final day together was, by itself, enough for admission for me. There's a particular stance that the writers took here with their relationship that I fully applaud, even though it feels a bit forced. I won't go into details about the biggest key moment in the DLC, but it's got alot of people talking about it right now, and for good reason. I do feel like the combat portions of the game probably didn't need to be there. I wish the DLC had just focused on Ellie and Riley instead of trying to force you through a part of the main story that wasn't really necessary. It was a great experience and just goes to remind you that this is the last bit of original content for the Last of Us, which is really sad. The game and story end on a high note, just like everything else involved with the game. This truly was one of, if not the, best game of the last generation and it goes out with a bang. I highly recommend this to anyone who wants some more Last of Us to play.… Expand
  4. Reconhope
    Mar 31, 2014
    10
    This DLC makes you remember why Last of Us drew in gamers worldwide. One of the most compelling stories to ever touch gamers gets even deeper into the backstory, in this dlc, and it's worth every bit.
  5. Lobo_War_D
    Feb 15, 2014
    10
    Some people said there's no sense on putting Ellie helping Joel and Ellie and Riley having fun in the same DLC. I'd rather say this was a perfect idea. Ellie and Riley were like sisters (if you played the DLC, you'll know they're more than friends) and one cared about the other, something that friends in real life usually don't. It compares Ellie's past friendship with her relationshipSome people said there's no sense on putting Ellie helping Joel and Ellie and Riley having fun in the same DLC. I'd rather say this was a perfect idea. Ellie and Riley were like sisters (if you played the DLC, you'll know they're more than friends) and one cared about the other, something that friends in real life usually don't. It compares Ellie's past friendship with her relationship (more like father-daughter) with Joel and tell us how far would Ellie go for somebody she loves. Ellie is more human the most of the real humans.
    I'd give it a 11/10, but that's not possible. So... 10/10, a masterpiece DLC for a masterpiece game    … Expand
  6. Thegodfatherson
    Apr 25, 2015
    10
    NOTE: I DID NOT PLAY THIS ON A PS3, I PLAYED THE PS4 VERSION.

    Left Behind, is an undoubted masterpiece, it is one of the best DLC's out there. There is much more to the heart wrenching story of The Last Of Us, Left Behind is more human and excel in every way. It starts up in th middle of the events of The Last Of Us, Joel is badly wounded, and Ellie needs something to patch him up, or    NOTE: I DID NOT PLAY THIS ON A PS3, I PLAYED THE PS4 VERSION.

    Left Behind, is an undoubted masterpiece, it is one of the best DLC's out there. There is much more to the heart wrenching story of The Last Of Us, Left Behind is more human and excel in every way. It starts up in th middle of the events of The Last Of Us, Joel is badly wounded, and Ellie needs something to patch him up, or he will die of blood loss. She ventures into the Shopping Mall to find Health Aid Kits. But the story jumps back and forth between Ellie's mission to help Joel and Ellie's past with her friend Riley. And the transition between these events takes place smoothly enough to give you a sense of excitement and sadness mixed together in a nice martini of passion made by developer Naughty Dog. The best moments strike when you go around the mall with Riley and explore things that Ellie has never seen before, like Photo Booths, Merry Go Rounds and Arcades. At one point, you get to have a water fight and go inside a Halloween shopping store and dress up as wearwolves, and at one point in your life, you may have down those things, that is why Left Behind is so excellent on its own way. It is so human, that even when you're having fun, you are crying inside of you, it's clings on to you and never lets go even after it ends. There are smartly designed combat sections, like always, the horror is there and it is better than ever. If you have played The Last Of Us, you might know that the clickers of runners are no the biggest threat, the humans are, and the AI has significantly improved over the main game itself. If you have finished one of the best games ever created, this should be a breeze for you, a breeze that is warm and smells nicer than ever. At one point, I found a tape recorder that had a recording of a soldier telling his story as his wounds drag him down and eventually kill him, the depth gone into each and every part of this game is incredible and a Naughty Dog continues to impress me game after game and DLC after DLC. Left Behind is a must play, you have to experiance this human masterpiece. Left Behind can be called a game of it's own, you'll cringe, you'll cry, you'll remember.    … Expand
  7. JackValentine
    Feb 14, 2014
    10
    When we approach "Left Behind", we have to ask ourselves, "What if it's the best part of The Last of Us thus far?"

    I managed to avoid every other trailer aside form the thirty second reveal shown back in November. I find that nowadays, every trailer is a spoiler. This made my experience all the more enjoyable. The downloadable story of about 3 hours, tells a prologue story of Ellie.    When we approach "Left Behind", we have to ask ourselves, "What if it's the best part of The Last of Us thus far?"

    I managed to avoid every other trailer aside form the thirty second reveal shown back in November. I find that nowadays, every trailer is a spoiler.
    This made my experience all the more enjoyable.

    The downloadable story of about 3 hours, tells a prologue story of Ellie. Before leaving the quarantine zone. Before Joel. Before the Fireflies.
    You play as Ellie on the very day that she was bitten, while her and a young friend named Riley explore an abandoned mall.
    There was a lot more to the story than I could have ever expected, however, that's something that you must see for yourself to truly appreciate.

    One of the best parts about the new DLC, is the removal of a large part of the combat. One of the things that slightly frustrated me about the first game, was the fact that it seemed like killing people was the only thing allowing me to progress through the level.
    This time around, it's down to just the narrative to drive the story. There are some of the mechanics that were intended to be used for combat purposes in the original game, that have been reworked in some of the most wonderful ways I could ever have imagined.
    You also are given quite a bit of freedom to roam around the locations of the game, and there is a great sense of exploration that comes into play.

    I should comment on the length, and I cannot even express how frustrating it is to see registered critics docking points because it is relatively short. If critics could only see past the function of the game as a distraction and more as the piece of art that it is, they may realize that it is quality over quantity that matters, and always will be.
    Not to even mention the fact that at around 3 hours (while I was taking my time to explore), I found it even then to be a little drawn out. But spending an extra half an hour with such wonderful characters is hardly a bad thing.

    Overall, The Last of Us: Left Behind, is a phenomenal addition to one of the greatest games of all time.
    You should already know if you're interested in returning to the dark, harrowing world of Ellie and Joel, but if you are even slightly on the fence, just know that the $15 spent will not be wasted.

    A 10.

    Jack Valentine    … Expand
  8. Cloud302
    Feb 27, 2019
    10
    Serving as a prequel to The Last of Us, (and a sequel to the Last of Us: American Dreams comics), you get to meet Riley for the first time, in-game, and are taken on a short (but powerful) journey of heart that emphasizes exploration, and if taken at a leisurely and appreciative pace, could be unlike anything you've ever experienced in the realm of gaming to date.

    Note: The head writer    Serving as a prequel to The Last of Us, (and a sequel to the Last of Us: American Dreams comics), you get to meet Riley for the first time, in-game, and are taken on a short (but powerful) journey of heart that emphasizes exploration, and if taken at a leisurely and appreciative pace, could be unlike anything you've ever experienced in the realm of gaming to date.

    Note: The head writer of Last of Us himself, Neil Druckmann heavily recommends that you read the prequel comics first (as do I), as they're official storyline, and they tell the story of how Ellie first meets Riley, which occurs before the story within this DLC, and sets the stage for a great deal of what occurs within it. ALSO, do NOT play this DLC before having completed the core campaign of The Last of Us, or else several major plot points will be tainted for you.    … Expand
  9. Migz_PT
    Feb 14, 2014
    10
    The Last of Us Left Behind only has around two hour of single player experience, but that´s not just we are looking for in the DLC.
    The DLC is just Amazing, I mean Naughty Dog did a great job again, the story telling, the past, what is left behind is what it shows the potential in the The Last of Us.
  10. ForeverFalling
    Feb 14, 2014
    10
    A fantastic insight into Ellie's backstory. Some great combat sections and a few genuinely touching moments. Its short, but remember, its quality over quantity. Some people obviously don't know the meaning. And to the idiot's questioning why the last of us got 10's and was so highly rated, it received these rating's because it deserved to. These same people most probably haven't evenA fantastic insight into Ellie's backstory. Some great combat sections and a few genuinely touching moments. Its short, but remember, its quality over quantity. Some people obviously don't know the meaning. And to the idiot's questioning why the last of us got 10's and was so highly rated, it received these rating's because it deserved to. These same people most probably haven't even played the full game, let alone this DLC.… Expand
  11. vrildox
    Feb 14, 2014
    10
    If you're SO poor that you need to review a game based on cost, then please stop posting on metacritic. 15 dollars! Let me go check the ashtray in my car so I can pay for this DLC. 15 bucks is a pack of gum to me. You people should write reviews that matter instead of bashing a masterpiece.
  12. brawlertone
    Feb 14, 2014
    10
    You know, I was amazed by how it started and what direction it went in! A very fitting piece to this wonderful puzzle. Naughty Dog is truly one of a kind!
  13. ekolet
    Feb 15, 2014
    10
    To be honest I would give street cleaner simulator a 10 if the driver was Ellie.
    It is way too short and end is a little bit disappointing, how come Ellie didn't have to kill Riley? How did naughty dog miss such a powerful scene?
  14. KrisWhiteWolf
    Feb 27, 2014
    10
    Just like the main game,Left Behind is an aboslute masterpiece.Amazing graphics,incredible storyline,great gameplay and some of the best characters in gaming.The DLC could definetly be longer,it's only about 2 to 2 and a half hours long,but it's definetly worth it even for the pricepoint of 15 dollars.Quality over quantity,as they say.And when it comes to quality,this game has itJust like the main game,Left Behind is an aboslute masterpiece.Amazing graphics,incredible storyline,great gameplay and some of the best characters in gaming.The DLC could definetly be longer,it's only about 2 to 2 and a half hours long,but it's definetly worth it even for the pricepoint of 15 dollars.Quality over quantity,as they say.And when it comes to quality,this game has it all.Congratulations,Naughty Dog,you guys did it again!… Expand
  15. iddqd4
    Jan 18, 2018
    10
    Потусить в магазине, пофоткаться, поиграть на сломанном аркадном автомате, пострелять из водяных пистолетов и поцеловать Райли на 10 из 10.
  16. jhonathaperes
    Jul 3, 2020
    10
    Loved it, just what the game needed to expand its narrative. Very well made, I recommend it to all the fans of the first game.
  17. insloanwetrust
    Feb 25, 2014
    10
    Left Behind is a fantastic prequel to The last of us. It focuses on Ellie and her friend Riley. It's about Ellie's back story before the events of The last of us. It also ties in with the main story but I won't spoil anything here. This game takes story telling, characters, emotion and relationship building to a whole new level. You will just have so much fun and play with a smile on yourLeft Behind is a fantastic prequel to The last of us. It focuses on Ellie and her friend Riley. It's about Ellie's back story before the events of The last of us. It also ties in with the main story but I won't spoil anything here. This game takes story telling, characters, emotion and relationship building to a whole new level. You will just have so much fun and play with a smile on your face living the life's of two teenage girls as they go about their life's in a post apocalyptic world. The game focuses more on their characters and relationship and it has a more relaxed and playful tone than the main game. There are also new combat editions that makes you able to pit Humans against the infected that was really cool to play around with. The mini games and side stuff where really fun, an arcade game you play really has you enthralled and a water gun fight is somehow intense. I believe the best parts of the game are when you're just doing everyday teenage girl things. Of course in a post apocalyptic world that's filled with infected it's not all fun and games and you will have to deal with them. Ellie is much different than Joel in this regard. She is more nimble and has a handy knife but is a lot weaker and feels more vulnerable. The gameplay is identical to the main game and that's good because it's perfect. This game is short however but it's absolutely quality over quantity with this one. This DLC will stick with you and give you some talking points after the credits have rolled. It's one of the best DLC's I've came across and anyone who enjoyed the last of us should pick this DLC up because it complements the main game really well and tells us more about one of the best characters in recent times in video games Ellie.… Expand
  18. flax0174
    Feb 18, 2014
    10
    This piece of dlc is based around the main game, it is played out in flashbacks. It contains a few collectibles, art gallery to increase playtime. The game has naturally borrowed gameplay mechanics from the main campaign which work really well and user friendly. The game on my first playthrough took me 2 and a half hours to complete on survivor difficulty and is was a fresh andThis piece of dlc is based around the main game, it is played out in flashbacks. It contains a few collectibles, art gallery to increase playtime. The game has naturally borrowed gameplay mechanics from the main campaign which work really well and user friendly. The game on my first playthrough took me 2 and a half hours to complete on survivor difficulty and is was a fresh and entertaining piece of dlc. It expertly portrays ellie as a funny and typical teenager, but a teenager with wisdom and a knack for survival. It fills out the missing parts from the main campaign and it ties up a lot of loose ends. I loved it and im going for another playthrough soon.… Expand
  19. Gamingrules37
    Feb 14, 2014
    10
    The Last Of us Left behind is an epic follow up to the main game and as a DLC it shines
    Pros
    - Amazing Story - Awesome characters - New Gameplay elements - Visuals and Detail - Emotion Cons - Rushed at times Do not trust anyone who says " I love the last of us " but gives this game a 0-5 score ... Anyone who played both games would understand that this is a DLC and it is    The Last Of us Left behind is an epic follow up to the main game and as a DLC it shines
    Pros
    - Amazing Story
    - Awesome characters
    - New Gameplay elements
    - Visuals and Detail
    - Emotion
    Cons
    - Rushed at times

    Do not trust anyone who says " I love the last of us " but gives this game a 0-5 score ... Anyone who played both games would understand that this is a DLC and it is meant to be a mini adventure .    … Expand
  20. EL-MiNiO
    Feb 15, 2014
    10
    Masterpiece DLC for a masterpiece game! A completely different experience, awesome soundtrack, awesome story even when you know what will be happen. 10/10
  21. Persona5
    Feb 14, 2014
    10
    Short but sweet. An amazing follow up to the main story with a lot of emotional moments and some amazing character development for Ellie. I loved this DLC, and the ending is also perfect.
  22. YoutubeTGW
    Jun 6, 2014
    10
    This was a great DLC I don't know what else to say without spoiling, it fills on some missing parts and introduces Ellie's background story I wasn't at all disappointed.
  23. DonoQc
    Feb 14, 2014
    10
    The Last of Us Left behind is Stunning ! , It's called a DLC so yes it's shot but it's enough. I played for maybe 3h-3h30 at difficult. It's a sequel of the comics if you ever read those: American Dreams.

    I recommend for every person who love the last of us : true fan will adore this new DLC !!!
  24. Yagrold
    Mar 14, 2014
    10
    I can pay a price of a AAA console game for this DLC, another epic story, a really additive DLC.
    Naughty Dog is really one of the best developers in the gaming industry.
  25. Queenm4321
    Feb 16, 2014
    10
    This DLC is incredible. The DLC defiantly will make you experience some heartbreaking feelings after playing this. So, enjoy entering Ellie's past and try not to cry.
  26. Grafonn
    Feb 15, 2014
    10
    Хорошо рассказанная история.Мне нравится что в дополнение упор идет больше на историю, чем на экшен.
  27. Monstroianni
    Feb 16, 2014
    10
    An incredible DLC with a lot of emotional moments and character character development for Ellie. Also the ending is perfect. A completely different experience, awesome soundtrack, awesome story.
  28. Joeler
    Feb 16, 2014
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Maybe the best thing that could have happened after The Last of Us.
    It may be short, but totally worth the €15,-. At the end I was like: "Is this it?" I just wanted to keep playing and in less than a day, I already completed it 2 times and watched it 1 time on Youtube. The music is once again amazing. Especially the song at the end of the story and begin of the credits is still going bouncing in my heart (yeah). After the darkness of the main story, I think it was smart to do something that showed how much fun you could still have. A carroussel is not really the most awesome thing in this world for people older than 8, but I loved looking at Ellie while she was on it. The acting is really convincing, especially the end when Ellie was crying.
    I also liked all the links to our time, like the "what's a face book?" and all the twitter accounts and the sites (if you didn't know about that, you should google it).
    It may be not as good as The Last of Us itself and it will probably not mess with my head for so long, but it's a DLC and that's an extra. It's an exceptional DLC that many companies can look at before they make one.
    The Last of Us with Left Behind is something is something I will remember for the rest of my life and I'm really proud that this thing was made in the time I lived and played games. In 50 years, I hope I can just go to a kid of my age and show this game and say like: "Yeah, this was what we had and it's the most awesome thing in the history of things that exist", like my parents did with games like Pong.    … Expand
  29. Neuroxic
    Feb 17, 2014
    10
    I should be giving this DLC a 9, but am scoring it higher because ND should be rewarded for the risk they took with regards to its pacing and content.

    After playing the Tibetan village scene in Uncharted 2 I realized that ND was capable of creating a AAA game with a minimal amount of combat where the main focus was dialog and exploration. This is the closest they've come to making one.    I should be giving this DLC a 9, but am scoring it higher because ND should be rewarded for the risk they took with regards to its pacing and content.

    After playing the Tibetan village scene in Uncharted 2 I realized that ND was capable of creating a AAA game with a minimal amount of combat where the main focus was dialog and exploration. This is the closest they've come to making one.

    The first 75% (around two hours) of Left Behind are nothing short of superlative. Having read the prequel comics I was ecstatic about the game's references to events in these, as I was to the fact that the protagonists are strong-willed non-sexualized young women. There's plenty of dialog yet it never seems forced or artificial, and there are many serious conversations about the characters lives and where they're heading.

    Like its story the game is beautiful and a few seconds into playing it my jaw had dropped as I was once again astonished at the level of graphics ND are able to get out of hardware bordering eight years of age, let alone the detail in their environments.

    For me however, the reason these first two hours stood tall above almost all AAA games I've played until now was the amount of combat: there were two encounters with infected and no encounters with humans. And this was perfect.

    They were segments in TLoU that nailed this (The opening section of the Fall chapter, the university, the sewers and the neighborhood) and are in fact my favorite parts of that game but overall I felt that TLoU had too much combat.

    Clearing room after room of zombies and goons is not fun, and in a devastated world I don't expect there to be many of each. This plausibility issue was my my chief problem with TLoU and the last 25% of Left Behind.

    There's too much combat in the DLC's penultimate chapter, and like TLoU ND still hasn't let go of one of their biggest sins: a difficulty spike at the end of a game. It's frustrating, ruins the pacing but above all signals to the player that game is coming to an end, causing instant loss of immersion.

    But as I mentioned at the beginning I forgave ND for these issues as they are SO close to creating a game with a focus on dialog and exportation. A game where combat is intense but rare.

    I only wish the DLC had lived up to its name, and left behind ND's addiction with combat completely.    … Expand
  30. thezaza101
    Feb 18, 2014
    10
    A short but awesome DLC; this DLC is as good as the main story in terms of quality. my only complaint is that i found the DLC too easy even on survivor mode.

    Yes if you have played the main story then you already know what happens in this DLC but it is still very enjoyable to play and it will still be an unforgettable experience, this really shows how good the game and the DLC is put    A short but awesome DLC; this DLC is as good as the main story in terms of quality. my only complaint is that i found the DLC too easy even on survivor mode.

    Yes if you have played the main story then you already know what happens in this DLC but it is still very enjoyable to play and it will still be an unforgettable experience, this really shows how good the game and the DLC is put together.

    I will repeat what i said on my main game review to emphasize what i think of this game.."To put it simply, if they did a re-release of this game on the PS4, I'd buy it again full price and buy a PS4 in the process even though i played through this game 6 times and done achievement runs."    … Expand
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 69 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 64 out of 69
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 69
  3. Negative: 0 out of 69
  1. CD-Action
    Jun 28, 2014
    70
    There’s a scene in Left Behind proving that Naughty Dog not only has ambition to elevate games to the rank of art form, but simply does it. [05/2014, p.64]
  2. Games Master UK
    Apr 7, 2014
    88
    A fantastic way to extend an already brilliant narrative, and made with a hugely engaging structure. [May 2014, p.69]
  3. Play UK
    Apr 6, 2014
    81
    It's short - perhaps a little too short for the price - but Left Behind exhibits the same exceptional quality that made The Last of Us one of PS3's finest. [Issue#242, p.56]
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