• Publisher: SCEA
  • Release Date: Jun 14, 2013
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  1. Jun 30, 2020
    10
    Not an actual 10/10 - more like a 9.7/10
    (Metacritic should really allow us to use .5 scores too)
    I am truly amazed by Naughty Dogs' capability of developing only good and acclaimed games. Crash Bandicoot's tetralogy was a hit on PS1. Jak&Dexter's tetralogy was a hit on PS2. Uncharted's trilogy is a hit for PS3... and now this... The Last of Us is a masterpiece and will change
    Not an actual 10/10 - more like a 9.7/10
    (Metacritic should really allow us to use .5 scores too)

    I am truly amazed by Naughty Dogs' capability of developing only good and acclaimed games.
    Crash Bandicoot's tetralogy was a hit on PS1. Jak&Dexter's tetralogy was a hit on PS2. Uncharted's trilogy is a hit for PS3... and now this... The Last of Us is a masterpiece and will change developers approach to game development.

    TLOU main characters are the most human, realistic and relatable 3D models in gaming history.
    It is just incredible how real every dialogue feels.
    The plot tself is very simplistic, something we've actually seen over and over again... But never with such quality and attention to details: It's a story narrated by character's progression.
    The gameplay, again, is nothing new. But it's execution is almost flawless.
    The level design is amazing, among the best ever, even if sometimes it realies a bit too much on boring and repetitive set pieces to progress (the only flaw in the game).
    The graphics are incredible too, this is simply the best looking game ever done - up until PS3 of course - that can easily rival with many early/mid PS4 games too.
    And the music... guys... This game's soundtack is beautiful...
    And even so most of the game has NO background music, relying on sound effects alone. A solution always appreciated when realism has such a big role in a game.

    This goes right in my personal top three.
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  2. Nov 17, 2019
    10
    Meu Jogo favorito até hoje!!
    Só reforçou meu amor pelos Games, Sou grato por ter a oportunidade de jogar está, Que na minha opinião é uma das obras primas do mundo dos video Games.
  3. Jul 9, 2020
    10
    I came back to play this after finishing The Last of Us Part II for the second time. I've played the first The Last of Us at least 8 times, and i love it every time. Both, "The Last of Us" and "The Last of Us Part II" are the best narrative driven videogames that i've ever seen. Thank you Naughty Dog.
  4. Jan 23, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. apenas incrivelmente épico , the last of us não é só um dos melhores jogos da história , mas também um dos exemplos a serem seguidos também ! Expand
  5. Dec 2, 2019
    10
    Buen juego,lo he empezado a jugar en 2017 por el intercambio de otro huego y me llevo a esperar la 2da parte mas rapido que nunca
  6. Jul 5, 2020
    9
    Uma das melhores experiências como gamer. The Last of Us tem todos os requisitos para marcar a história do mundo dos games.
  7. Dec 16, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I have played many games but never have I neen so drawn in by a games story. Naughty Dog the king of Story Telling knock it out of the park on this one. It only took me a few minute then I was hooked. You start off playing as Joel's dau which adds a nice little touch. I believe this adds more weight to the character then if she was judt another npc. Tregedy doon strikes and Joels's daughter is catelessly shot and killed in the first 5-10 mintes. Never have zI felt such loss while playing a video game. This leads Joel on a downward Spiral. This game incorporates a great story telling. The game play is top notch also. In has a light crafting system but what makes it unique is that have to find materials out in the field. You craft on the dly through the use off you back pack. Expand
  8. Jan 4, 2020
    9
    I will put the rating based on the plan.
    History: A very good story about post-apocalypse and a single father. I put the stories 9.5 out of 10. Because it quickly ended) We move on to the next category. Gameplay: Very well made weapons and their pumping. Zombies are very dangerous! Even on minimal difficulty, zombies are complicated. To play is very fun and not boring! Stealth was
    I will put the rating based on the plan.
    History: A very good story about post-apocalypse and a single father. I put the stories 9.5 out of 10. Because it quickly ended) We move on to the next category. Gameplay: Very well made weapons and their pumping. Zombies are very dangerous! Even on minimal difficulty, zombies are complicated. To play is very fun and not boring! Stealth was especially well executed. Where there are two choices: strangle or stab. It is impossible to strangle only nutcrackers. Postapocalypse feels good. Bullets in a defit. My rating for gameplay: 8.9 out of 10.Because all weapons are not automatic. An automaton is found only at the end. The rest of the weapons are: pistols, shotguns and conventional rifles. My rating for the game: 9 out of 10. Thank you for your attention. That's how I rated the game without spoilers).
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  9. Jan 9, 2020
    10
    10/10 my favorite game. Great soundtrack, characters, voice actors, storyline, etc etc. Can’t wait for the sequel
  10. Feb 13, 2020
    10
    A masterpiece!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!"!!
  11. Jan 11, 2020
    10
    It is a perfect game for people who like shooter games and has (for me) the best story and the best characters that could have been created
  12. Aug 8, 2020
    10
    This game resonates with me on a level I can’t express with words! Beautiful game that will be forever remembered
  13. Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Amazing game, a must okay, especially after the **** that was the last of us part 2!
  14. Feb 5, 2020
    10
    Frankly my favorite plot-based game of all time and one of the best best experiences I ever had when it comes to playing video games. The story is of blockbuster movie quality, it made me cry and smile, it induced fear and wrath in me, it was just an insanely emotional ride all the way through. The graphics and sound are absolutely perfect, as are the controls and the gameplay. Not toFrankly my favorite plot-based game of all time and one of the best best experiences I ever had when it comes to playing video games. The story is of blockbuster movie quality, it made me cry and smile, it induced fear and wrath in me, it was just an insanely emotional ride all the way through. The graphics and sound are absolutely perfect, as are the controls and the gameplay. Not to forget the awesomely crafted and hands-down original and fun multiplayer mode. I used to play that one for dozens of hours, on top of the already really long and enjoyable singleplayer campaign. Expand
  15. Feb 6, 2020
    10
    Muito bom , campanha foda história impecável. Recomendo pra qualquer pessoa q queira um jogo bom
  16. Dec 15, 2022
    10
    Коридорная адвенчура в эпоху открытых миров. За те 15 часов что проходишь игру, прикипаешь к ее героям намертво, невероятно интересный сюжет не оставляет равнодушным, а музыкальное сопровождение буквально играет на струнах души. Все еще играбельна и в оригинале, но качественный ремэйк однозначно не помешает.Коридорная адвенчура в эпоху открытых миров. За те 15 часов что проходишь игру, прикипаешь к ее героям намертво, невероятно интересный сюжет не оставляет равнодушным, а музыкальное сопровождение буквально играет на струнах души. Все еще играбельна и в оригинале, но качественный ремэйк однозначно не помешает.
  17. Feb 15, 2020
    10
    One of the greatest games of all time,this game reminds me what people can do when they have the time and will,its fun,has a great story,and amazing graphics,definitely worth to play and every gamer in this planet HAS to play it..
  18. Mar 2, 2020
    10
    Um jogo sensacional, uma história extremamente bem contada! Meu favorito absoluto, devo acrescentar que os personagens são muito cativantes e ver o desenvolvimento do relacionamento entre Joel e Ellie é de tirar o fôlego.
  19. Mar 9, 2020
    10
    By far the best game I've ever played. Hits like a bag of bricks. Its hard to say what makes it so good, you just gotta play it.
  20. May 14, 2020
    10
    The game is incredible, it is simply an excellent story and it has an incredible gameplay if someone has never tried a game of this genre, they are really missing a lot
  21. Jun 21, 2020
    10
    лучшая игра на ps3 выжало все соки с ps3 . благодаря этой игры я купил ps3.
  22. Apr 4, 2020
    10
    the best games are always played, the best graphics, awesome stories, beautiful visuals, emotional stories, make this more than a game. + Epic story + Make players emotional + awesome graphics + Ai is good + excellent facial expressions
  23. Apr 21, 2020
    10
    A great game one of the greateast of all time!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  24. May 9, 2020
    10
    This is my favorite game, I look forward to the second part. Great characters, plot, graphics, animations, especially facial animations, the cutscenes are simply magnificent, camera work, getting into colors, the world, gameplay, atmosphere and music, the music is just great, this game is good for me in absolutely all aspects and because of this and 10 out of 10.
  25. Jul 6, 2020
    10
    If only the second game lived up to this absolute monument to gaming. While the story is nothing ridiculously exciting (apocalyptic zombie game with a search for a cure), what makes this game great is the relationship between Joel and Ellie, the tense and fitting gameplay, and one of the best multiplayers out.
  26. Dec 9, 2022
    10
    After so many years, I want to give my opinion of this Masterpiece, a very tragic, captivating story, with ups and downs, in which you come to empathize with its characters, graphics that for its generation, were the fundamental pillar for the next. generation, it took the graphic power to the limit of the Playstation 3 (but without any bug, or glitch that ruined the gameplay), in additionAfter so many years, I want to give my opinion of this Masterpiece, a very tragic, captivating story, with ups and downs, in which you come to empathize with its characters, graphics that for its generation, were the fundamental pillar for the next. generation, it took the graphic power to the limit of the Playstation 3 (but without any bug, or glitch that ruined the gameplay), in addition to a precise gameplay, in which stealth is a fundamental part of its history, but at the same time with very good scenes or moments of action for the most staunch players, an incredible soundtrack that makes you feel every feeling of the game, without a doubt one of the best games ever, which did not seek to please the crowd but sought to give knowing the creativity of its creators like any good work of art. It's a pity that the sequel, although it improved its gameplay unbeatably, the story left us much to be desired, losing much of what had been created in this first part. Expand
  27. May 25, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Great game. Amazing story. The relationship between these 2 characters is just amazing to experience. Great soundtrack, great enviroment, well written characters. This game is just one of the best i have ever played. Good job Bruce Straley for making this game, and Thank you Gustavo Santaollala that you made this climatic, and beautiful soundtrack that makes the game even more emotional. This game made me express many emotions, that no game ever made. From the tearful intro, through Joel meeting Ellie, heroic Tess' death, hilarious argue's between Bill and Ellie, unexpected death of Henry and Sam, Joel meeting his brother once again, Ellie making Joel survive, Ellie dealing and killing David all by herself then some amazing moments with giraffes, Joel rescuing Ellie from Marlene, to the beautiful end where Joel has to lie to Ellie. This journey is beautiful, and i don't know if any other game will manage to re-do it as Past Naughty Dog did. Thank god Part II isn't canon because this game ended Joel's and Ellie's story perfectly just like Uncharted 4 ended Nate's story. Expand
  28. Jul 21, 2020
    10
    Se você tem um PS3 ou PS4 é um game que tem que ser jogado. Um dos jogos que carregaram a plataforma. Não jogá-lo seria o mesmo que ter comprado um livro para ser um peso de papel.

    ---> Pontos positivos: - Excelente desenvolvimento dos personagens principais. - Conseguiu criar uma atmosfera de pós-pandemia muito convincente. Diferente de jogos do mesmo gênero, consegue criar no
    Se você tem um PS3 ou PS4 é um game que tem que ser jogado. Um dos jogos que carregaram a plataforma. Não jogá-lo seria o mesmo que ter comprado um livro para ser um peso de papel.

    ---> Pontos positivos:
    - Excelente desenvolvimento dos personagens principais.
    - Conseguiu criar uma atmosfera de pós-pandemia muito convincente. Diferente de jogos do mesmo gênero, consegue criar no jogador um sentimento de tensão constante e urgência.
    - O sistema de encontrar recursos e ter que "craftar" os itens com os reagentes certos nos locais certos agregam a trama do jogo
    - A partir da trama é possível extrair uma série de temas filosóficos que continuam pertinentes no mundo contemporâneo. Ex: homem é o lobo do homem; política; fragilidade da vida humana; egoísmo; amor; sacrifício
    - gráficos realistas
    - excelente trilha sonora
    - excepcional trabalho de consistência entre dublador e personagem. Ex: a voz da dubladora da ellie encaixou certinho com a personagem.

    --> Pontos negativos:
    - Existência de uma DLC que deveria ser parte do jogo original. Quem jogou o game em fase teve que comprar a DLC por fora. NaughtyDog lançou o jogo de modo incompleto e se você quiser a experiência completa terá que pagar 2x pelo mesmo jogo.
    - Incoerência entre armas no jogo e na vida real. Ex: você dá um tiro de shotgun num cidadão a uma distância de 2m e ele não morre com um tiro.
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  29. May 26, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Only played this game recently in the remastered version for the PS4. Once you get used to the game play and settle in, the journey of Joel and Ellie absorbs you, and you can't put it down. Joel is the ultimate anti-hero, a character who is actually not a particularly good person underneath, but you become attached to him, from the loss of his daughter through to his growing paternal love for his young associate. Ellie is scripted perfectly, never an annoyance and played with the confidence of a young woman who has been through a lot, but still has the teenage naivety that you would expect of a 14 year old. The controls and shooting mechanics are excellent. This game is scary, tense, emotional and satisfying. I can't wait for the sequel. Expand
  30. May 29, 2020
    10
    The Last of Us was the generation defining game for PS3. From its characters, to its storytelling, and everything in between, The Last of Us is truly a masterpiece.
  31. May 29, 2020
    10
    It´s impossible to compare or say that either game is better than TLOU 1 so far, 0 changes.
    Masterpiece. Brilliant. Game of the games. Best game until now.
  32. Jun 4, 2020
    10
    Simplemente increíble, se volvió uno de mis juegos favoritos, con mucho entusiasmo espero la segunda parte, la continuación de esta increíble historia.
  33. Jun 5, 2020
    8
    Played it on PS Now. The story is tense, emotional and well paced, visuals are gorgeous. But the gameplay is pretty repetitive and can be very frustrating (combat when zombies rush you). But story and atmospere always kept me going.
  34. Jun 5, 2020
    10
    really good story, really good mechanics, the style with the deadly fungus focus its a good way to make something refreshing in the same genre. the story is one i will not spoil, because its worth buying and the online.. god, played this a long time and i can say it was one of the best ps3 games ever and without a doubt, it will be one of the best in the playstation history. you must play this.
  35. Jun 5, 2020
    9
    Terminei o jogo na dificuldade normal, o jogo me surpreendeu perfeitamente é um excelente jogo e um dos melhores que ja joguei na vida, esse jogo representa toda a capacidade do studio naughty dog.
  36. Sep 27, 2020
    10
    No game I have ever played has made me fall in love with characters so deeply. By the end of this game, you have an undeniable connection to these characters. They are filled with flaws, they make horrible decisions, they are **** holes, but they are real humans just like you. They game play alone is enough to make this game a 10/10. No other game makes your heart pound and literally feelNo game I have ever played has made me fall in love with characters so deeply. By the end of this game, you have an undeniable connection to these characters. They are filled with flaws, they make horrible decisions, they are **** holes, but they are real humans just like you. They game play alone is enough to make this game a 10/10. No other game makes your heart pound and literally feel like you are (Batman) being chased by zombies. When hiding from zombies in the game, in the real world you will try to slow your beating heart and calm your breath for fear of being heard by a clicker because you feel like you are actually there. The story on top of this exhilarating game play, brings the entire game into that category of legendary masterpieces, not just in the video game genre, but in all of media and dare I say art. Expand
  37. Jun 6, 2020
    10
    The best game I've ever played. Cant describe the impact that it had on me. Can't wait for Part 2!
  38. Jul 20, 2020
    10
    I first played this game when I was 13 it completely caught me off guard on just how amazingly good it is I've been playing it for the past few years now I can say that I completed it over 25 times on different difficulties and still to this day it does not get boring. The game's characters are incredible the combat and stealth are done so well. this will be forever my favorite game of all time.
  39. Jun 10, 2020
    10
    Hands down my favourite game of all time. Nothing can beat this game for me.
  40. Jun 12, 2020
    10
    el mejor juego que he provado hasta la fecha, excelente equilibrio entre historia y jugabilidad.
  41. Jun 12, 2020
    10
    This is the best game i have played since i started gaming this game deserves 10
  42. Aug 30, 2021
    10
    The Last of Us was released for the PlayStation as an exclusive, which ended up sparking many debates around the world whether video games should also be considered art. And keeping in mind what this game did, the debate was absolutely necessary. Just by the fact that this one game could make someone talk about this topic itself proves that it is not just an art, it is a masterpiece.The Last of Us was released for the PlayStation as an exclusive, which ended up sparking many debates around the world whether video games should also be considered art. And keeping in mind what this game did, the debate was absolutely necessary. Just by the fact that this one game could make someone talk about this topic itself proves that it is not just an art, it is a masterpiece. Although I haven't actually played this game, I have watched PewDiePie's gameplay on it. And trust me, in no way is this going to affect my verdict on it in any form.
    The Last of Us follows the story of Joel, a man who lost his daughter in a sudden zombie outbreak. He manages to rescue a girl named Ellie who was the same age as his daughter, and from there begins their journey to travel across the country to get a better future. Ellie is not an ordinary person. She doesn't get affected by a zombie bite, which is because of her unique genetics. So an organisation named The Fireflies wants to use her to create a cure for the zombie outbreak, which is why Joel and Ellie must make it all the way over there alive.
    I really like story based, linear games. A Plague Tale: Innocence is one of my favourite games. And this game really reminded me of that. For having a good linear game the story must be phenomenal, but that is not all there is to do. The characters must also make us feel some bond. Everyone I have known who has played or at least known about this game talks about how Joel and Ellie feel like friends to them. This is the reason why there was so much outrage on Joel's death in the sequel.
    Joel and Ellie have a bond that can neither be described as friendship nor guidance. It is something way more than that. Joel has always considered Ellie as a daughter, while Ellie sees Joel as someone she can look up to. This is the reason why Joel is always so defensive in saving Ellie, and even killed the Fireflies to save her in the end when he learnt the only way to cure the world was by euthanising Ellie. If this was any other game everyone would have said something like, "Bruh what was the point of going so far if they had to just end it like that UwU!?" But they didn't. That's because within the runtime Joel and Ellie form such a bond with the gamers that they feel inseparable.
    And finally what makes this game so good is the graphics. The animation, the character design, the atmosphere, the motion capture - everything has been done to the point. The music is also very nicely put to use, and the whole idea of Joel playing a guitar is what made this bondage so good. If a single thing was put out of place, the whole game could have fallen apart. In spite of being a zombie game this has more focus on the human element rather than making the player want to go out there and go on an all out rampage.
    Let's put it this way - video games are definitely art, and The Last of Us is definitely a masterpiece. It's kinda sad that the sequel does not live up to the expectations that this game gave, and that is the reason why people hate it so much. Because it has created a bar so high up it itself can't reach it now. As a standalone game this was absolutely perfect, but I don't really mind the sequel as much. I hope the franchise returns back to its roots in the future. I'd really appreciate that.
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  43. Jun 15, 2020
    10
    Excelente jogo! Sem dúvida um dos melhores jogos de sempre. Desejoso po o segundo.
  44. Jun 17, 2020
    10
    Simplesmente Incrível! O melhor jogo que eu já joguei na vida! Pode não ser um jogo perfeito, mas ele com certeza merece muito mais uma nota 10 que uma nota 9
  45. Jun 18, 2020
    10
    The game is simply a masterpiece. From the level design, story, character interaction, and sound everything is carefully crafted. Ellie and Joel's relationship is what defines this game. From the moment you feel you're stuck with a child to the point where you realize she's just like your daughter, Sarah. The game ending is also great. It allows the player to reflect on whether Joel didThe game is simply a masterpiece. From the level design, story, character interaction, and sound everything is carefully crafted. Ellie and Joel's relationship is what defines this game. From the moment you feel you're stuck with a child to the point where you realize she's just like your daughter, Sarah. The game ending is also great. It allows the player to reflect on whether Joel did the right choice or not. Expand
  46. Jun 20, 2020
    8
    Due to frame-rate issues, I played the game on easy-mode as I was more interested in the story than the game-play, I found the story immensely compelling, so much so that I thoroughly enjoyed the experience and I think this is one amazing game despite the limitations of the software.
  47. Apr 29, 2023
    9
    Great game. I feel like it might have been a bit overhyped because I spent years hearing about it and then when I finally played it, it wasnt as amazing as everyone said it was. Although, it may just be me and I may be at fault for creating hype for myself that would obviously lead to disappointment after. Still, I think it is a very good game and would probably put it around 8.5/10 if notGreat game. I feel like it might have been a bit overhyped because I spent years hearing about it and then when I finally played it, it wasnt as amazing as everyone said it was. Although, it may just be me and I may be at fault for creating hype for myself that would obviously lead to disappointment after. Still, I think it is a very good game and would probably put it around 8.5/10 if not 9. I didnt have much problem with the gameplay aspect as other people did. I wish Amy Hennig had stayed at Naughty Dog and hadnt been cast away. This was Naughty Dogs last great game and later they went the woke route. Expand
  48. Jun 24, 2020
    10
    Story,musics,gameplay everything is perfect. everyone needs to play this masterpiece !
  49. Jun 18, 2020
    10
    Unforgettable and truly remarkable duo of characters, especially Joel whom I would consider one of the greatest written characters in a long while.
  50. Jun 29, 2020
    10
    The greatest game of all time, if you're just getting into TLOU franchise I'm warning you fourth coming, no game will ever come close to this as your first playthrough, the second game compared to this is like comparing quartz to diamonds, truly the single best defining game of this generation, likely to influence games and gamers for decades to come.

    P.S do yourself a favor and never
    The greatest game of all time, if you're just getting into TLOU franchise I'm warning you fourth coming, no game will ever come close to this as your first playthrough, the second game compared to this is like comparing quartz to diamonds, truly the single best defining game of this generation, likely to influence games and gamers for decades to come.

    P.S do yourself a favor and never touch the second game, destroys everything you will love about this one, but if you do, i hope you enjoy the game more then i could. :)
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  51. Jun 19, 2020
    10
    Masterpiece, unlike the sequel. Wish I could play this game for the first time again.
  52. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    лучшая игра выходившая на ps3 , Если вы не играли то пройдите
  53. Jun 19, 2020
    10
    Solo necesito dos palabras para definir este juego: Obra Maestra, tanto en argumento, como jugabilidad, sin bugs, al menos yo no encontre ninguno para ser un juego de ps3, buena calidad grafica para el tiempo en el que salio
  54. Jun 29, 2020
    10
    Absolutely amazing game. It follows the adventure of a grizzled Joel and a 14 year old girl named Ellie as they make their way across a post apocalyptic United States. The game has an amazing story with an ambiguous ending that was sadly completely screwed up by its sequel.
  55. Jun 22, 2020
    10
    This game is so beautiful , I've played so many games and never fallen in love with a game this bad . The Last Of Us tells the story of Joel and Ellie in such a unique and amazing way that it wins over the hearts of the players . This game shows us that no matter how hard life gets , there is always happiness in it . I love this game and this is the best game I've ever played . This gameThis game is so beautiful , I've played so many games and never fallen in love with a game this bad . The Last Of Us tells the story of Joel and Ellie in such a unique and amazing way that it wins over the hearts of the players . This game shows us that no matter how hard life gets , there is always happiness in it . I love this game and this is the best game I've ever played . This game is a masterpiece Expand
  56. Aug 31, 2022
    10
    GoooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOD
  57. Jun 19, 2020
    10
    The last of us is the game where we can see from brutal violence to the sweetest moments in gaming history.
  58. Jun 24, 2020
    10
    The greats of all the time
    The game is good aswan best
    Joel is best of chraxters
  59. Nov 6, 2020
    10
    Best game I have ever played! I loved every second of it, the only flaw to it is the bad framerate but the rest is amazinh
  60. Jun 23, 2020
    10
    great game
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  61. Jul 20, 2020
    10
    best third-person ps3 game ever gameplay is on point and the story is emotional af no cap
  62. Jun 20, 2020
    10
    Very good game I love very well done good graphics and gameplay and story excellent
  63. Jul 3, 2020
    8
    The Last of Us is a fantastic game and one of the most compelling story-wise. It also proves that the zombie genre can actually surprise you with such an incredible experience. It might not be a true "zombie" game but it's still a variant. And a truly original and believable one at that. A phenomenon like this could actually happen in the future.

    But TLoU doesn't stop there, it mixes
    The Last of Us is a fantastic game and one of the most compelling story-wise. It also proves that the zombie genre can actually surprise you with such an incredible experience. It might not be a true "zombie" game but it's still a variant. And a truly original and believable one at that. A phenomenon like this could actually happen in the future.

    But TLoU doesn't stop there, it mixes flawless stealth and survival gameplay with beautiful timeless graphics. The soundtrack and voice acting are also great. In general, The Last of Us is a fantastic game all around and one of my all-time favorite third-person shooter and survival games.

    The ending could have been more conclusive but still works great that way. It's also worth noting that this game also offers one of the best and most tense multiplayer PvP experience.
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  64. Jun 21, 2020
    10
    O melhor jogo da geração do PS3. 10/10 Foi o GAME OF THE YEAR de 2013 e acho que somente o Parte 2 fará algo melhor!
  65. Jun 21, 2020
    10
    The best story in a game I have ever experienced with unrivalled character devolpment.
  66. Jun 19, 2020
    10
    Masterpiece and one of the best games ever made!
    This game has a truly compelling story and lovable characters. Also if you like challenges it's highly replayable on higher difficulties. 100% recomended!!
  67. Jun 19, 2020
    10
    This is definitely the best PS3 game of all time! It is a masterpiece and one of my favorite games ever.
  68. Jun 20, 2020
    10
    Masterpiece. Very good game. Such an immersing world, great characters Joel and Ellie's rela
  69. Jun 21, 2020
    9
    Very good game and the narrative of the plot. If not for the ps3 graphics in 2013, it would have been all great. Revealing the characters and their behavior, their actions, their emotions, it feels like the developers put their heart into this work. I strongly advise everyone to play this part (not in any case the second part).
  70. Jun 20, 2020
    10
    The best game on PS3 platform, still worth buying after so many years, Multiplayer draws you for many hours.
  71. Jul 3, 2020
    10
    Great game, perfect story, good gameplay, interesting characters, dialogues. 10/10, this game worth it.
  72. Jun 20, 2020
    10
    A real immersion in a post apocalyptic world from the game intro, the story ,characters, atmosphere ,and music are just amazing . We don't want to let go of the controller, we love our characters and we always want to know more about them . the ending is just perfect and stay in our heads for long time . Masterpiece
  73. Jun 20, 2020
    9
    One of the rare game that i actually try to finish and didn't rush it in the same time. Its hard to find a post-apocalyptic game that focus into developing a normal simple father and daughter relationship as fine and natural like this.
  74. Jun 21, 2020
    10
    One of the best video game I have ever played, breaks my heart that the sequel is so weak.
  75. Jun 23, 2020
    10
    Simplesmente perfeito !! O melhor game da geração !! Melhor trilha sonora!! Melhor história, melhor protagonista!!
  76. Jun 20, 2020
    9
    obra maestra de videojuego, tanto en graficos y en una historia que te mantiene pendiente todo el tiempo con un final estremecedor
  77. Jun 20, 2020
    9
    Un juegazo sin duda muy buena historia buen manejo y con varias dificultades y los personajes súper bien definidos
  78. Jun 21, 2020
    10
    For me, the greatest video game off all time. Pulls you straight in with an incredible intro, I've never felt such an immersive experience in my gaming life. The Visuals and Gameplay is amazing but nothing could compare to the marvellous story telling, the beautiful relationship between Joel and Ellie had me feel with awe. I finished this game feeling whole. Thank you Naughty Dog for thisFor me, the greatest video game off all time. Pulls you straight in with an incredible intro, I've never felt such an immersive experience in my gaming life. The Visuals and Gameplay is amazing but nothing could compare to the marvellous story telling, the beautiful relationship between Joel and Ellie had me feel with awe. I finished this game feeling whole. Thank you Naughty Dog for this wonderful game. Expand
  79. Jun 22, 2020
    10
    A true masterpiece. Joal and ellie are the "realist" characters in a video game that I have ever played. All the characters felt real. Sadly this effort was not to be duplicated in the sequel.
  80. Jun 21, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This was the first game i played on PS3 so i was not so expert in the nieuw game graphics but i remember that's was me best game. The story was wonderful Expand
  81. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. What The Last of Us has that others games don't? The combat and gameplay are great, but no exceptional, the graphics are just gorgeous, as Naughty Dog always makes, the story is amazing and the storytelling top notch, but not for a 10. Then, what is it? The short dialogues and expressions between the characters and their development. This game has some of the greatest character's development, and if you don't pay attention to little things, expressions, faces, and short dialogues between Ellie and Joel, you won't see how great this game really is. Walking around the cities, abandon houses and buildings, listening and learning with the characters, as you are part of that, as you are also growing with them. The most significant scene that express the core of the game, is the one where Ellie and Joel see some giraffes and pet them. That scene seems to be just a simple and nice part of the game, but it has a deep meaning behind it, expressing the changes and the development of the world and of Ellie and Joel, as they now move on and continue to walk, with only the future ahead. Seeing how the city that once was full of people, which now has animals walking freely around it, makes you wonder if the future will be good or bad, but they move on. And we also move on, taking step by step to the future where we belong. The Last of Us ending is one of the most discussed endings: was Joel right or wrong? It all depends how you look at it. He was not wrong, but he was not right. He was a cold man, he was broken and fixed on the past. Ellie showed him how the present and future can be good, and he moved on. Ellie saved him, and he saved Ellie for his own well being. I can't say I don't understand him, as I would do the very same thing. We are all humans after all. Expand
  82. Jun 24, 2020
    10
    One of the best linear story-driven games of all time there is.
    Played several times (original and remastered) and it clicks each time.
    I don't really huge fan of the ending (I'm not a father and can't 100% imagine or feel this) but it's a really good quality written story with a logical end. I highly recommend this game. That's a pity we won't see a sequel of this story ever, except
    One of the best linear story-driven games of all time there is.
    Played several times (original and remastered) and it clicks each time.
    I don't really huge fan of the ending (I'm not a father and can't 100% imagine or feel this) but it's a really good quality written story with a logical end.
    I highly recommend this game.
    That's a pity we won't see a sequel of this story ever, except the two ("Left Behind" and "The Birthday Gift") DLC's.
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  83. Jun 22, 2020
    10
    From the hour you start this game to the moment it's finished, it hits you and hurts you in the best way. The impact of the story and characters is done phenomenally well. The gameplay is fun and the game looks great, but the story is absolutely amazing.
  84. Sep 13, 2020
    10
    A perfect game in every sense. Beautiful and captivating story from start to finish. Unfortunately only to be permanetly destroyed by political correctness starting with the Left Behind DLC and ending in TLOU Part II. RIP.
  85. Jun 29, 2020
    10
    Not even a question. 10. This game is my favorite game of all time. I played it a couple years ago and revisited it and it was so good. The story telling in this game is amazing. Worth for you to buy.
  86. Jun 20, 2020
    10
    Great Story, Gameplay and real fantastic portrayal of a Zombie Apocalypse with heart and emotion.
  87. Sep 5, 2022
    10
    The narration of this game is amazing, you become attached to its characters and feel so many emotions during this journey.
  88. Jun 20, 2020
    10
    Will go down as the best game I have ever played thus far. What a game to end the PS3 era with.
  89. Jul 10, 2020
    10
    This game, it's DLC, and it's sequel, The Last of Us Part II, these two games are the best video games I've ever played.
    These entries are the most mature and thought out titles I've ever encountered. I hold these two games in the unbeatable realm of Red Dead Redemption II and GTA V.

    LETS HOPE THE LAST OF US PART III IS A POSSIBLY.
  90. Jun 24, 2020
    10
    Najlepsza gra w jaką grałem. Dobra grafika jak na Ps3, super przedstawieni bohaterowie i historia
  91. Jun 20, 2020
    10
    Best game of the generation. Love the story, characters, interaction between them. 10/10!
  92. Jun 20, 2020
    10
    Esse jogo é sensacional, é uma obra de arte, Tlou é o melhor jogo que joguei na vida, parabéns a Naught Dog pelo excelente trabalho!
  93. Jun 20, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Jogo incrivel, história magnífica e jogabilidade inovadora. Esse jogo é tão incrivel que mesmo depois de 7 anos não consigo parar de jogar Expand
  94. Jun 20, 2020
    10
    Juego de la década, realmente es muy bueno, tiene el mejor desarrollo de personajes y muy buena historia.
  95. Jul 8, 2020
    10
    Melhor jogo ja feito, história sensacional, nunca me emocionei tanto com um game, simplesmente SENSACIONAL
  96. Jun 22, 2020
    10
    Best story-focused game I have ever played. It is without a masterpiece of gaming. Its gorgeous, thrilling, deep and has an incredibly interesting and twisting story
  97. Jun 21, 2020
    9
    Best game i have ever played looooo9oooooooooooooovvvvvvvvvvvvveeeeeeeeeee muchhhhhhhhhhhjhjhhh
  98. Jun 21, 2020
    10
    This is one of the greatest video games of all time. The story was simply amazing and the characters were extremely well developed. The gameplay is fun and intuitive. No other video game comes close to perfection this game has achieved in storytelling.
  99. Jun 29, 2020
    10
    One of the best games i have ever played in my life.After 7 years it is still my favorite game the 2 main characters are amazing their dynamic is so good 10/10 masterpiece.
  100. Jun 21, 2020
    10
    Arguably the greatest game of the 21st century. Everything you ever wanted in a triple a game, a fantastic story with great character development, beautiful soundtrack,... This game is nothing short of being a masterpiece.
Metascore
95

Universal acclaim - based on 98 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 97 out of 98
  2. Negative: 0 out of 98
  1. Sep 16, 2013
    97
    Flawless in its ambition and almost perfect in its execution. A brave and remarkable game quite unlike any other.
  2. Sep 10, 2013
    80
    The Last of Us is a great action-adventure game that manages to capture the feeling of post-apocalypse and survival. The story is alright but way too manipulative and borrows heavily from other, better, material. Still the segmented survival gameplay and the amazing audiovisual production makes the game an experience everybody should check out.
  3. Official PlayStation Magazine Benelux
    Sep 4, 2013
    90
    Despite the breakneck pace of the prologue, it takes quite a while for The Last of Us to pick up some speed again. However, once the cold harsh winter arrives, the action (and story) ramps up. So much so, it puts most Hollywood productions to shame. [July 2013, p.76]