The Last of Us

 PlayStation 3
  • Publisher: SCEA
  • Release Date: Jun 14, 2013
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9.2

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  1. rockstargames
    Jun 17, 2013
    10
    Best games ever made.
    A 10/10 score is not enough for this game. Naughty dog has made many great games, but this one is the best and probably the best game of this gen.
  2. GameInterpreter
    Jun 17, 2013
    10
    There isn't much to say about The Last of Us besides the fact that it's a thrill ride that can keep you on the edge of your seat from beginning to end; the premise itself could be said to be a cliched had it not brought an extreme amount of emotion to me throughout the bonding moments between the protagonists; Joel and Ellie. Along with the happiness that could be offered with theirThere isn't much to say about The Last of Us besides the fact that it's a thrill ride that can keep you on the edge of your seat from beginning to end; the premise itself could be said to be a cliched had it not brought an extreme amount of emotion to me throughout the bonding moments between the protagonists; Joel and Ellie. Along with the happiness that could be offered with their conversations tears can also be provoked from the games opening that may possibly be the saddest opening to any story that I have ever seen; this being said about the games beginning the tension and suspense that is felt from the games final moments are also the strong point for The Last of Us while being just as emotional as it's opening moments if not even more. Enough about the games emotional points the key point of the gameplay is to forge to survive and craft your weapons to your best advantage; Naughty Dog succeeds on a larger level than I could have ever though possible after playing through scavenging for tools and scraps to craft several items that are required to complete your journey west, such as shivs, first-aid kits, and even molotov Along with the great crafting system something that constantly plagues games in our modern market is the poor artificial intelligence, but with The Last of Us this will only be a problem for someone who gets upset from being outmaneuvered by a computer controlled bot as this game proves to have AI that works together to find a tactical advantage over the player. In my closing remarks I have to say that The Last of Us is a MUST PLAY game that constantly had me saying out loud "I can't believe this was created by Naughty Dog" due to it's dark tone and unforgiving characters. Stop reading now and buy it full price.… Expand
  3. edu696
    Jun 18, 2013
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Eu não sei o que eu posso dizer sobre este jogo, sem revelar nada, mas vou dizer-lhe que facilmente entre os dez primeiros jogos que eu joguei, e joguei um monte de jogos bons, também os personagens de Joel e Ellie são absolutamente brilhante, acho que Ellie tem uma premissa tão incrível, e Joel parece ter sido afetado pela infecção de uma forma bastante realista. A única b ad coisa que posso dizer sobre este jogo que, como bom como eu não acho que para todo mundo, algumas pessoas podem ser adiadas pela atmosfera e violência dentro do jogo, enquanto alguns vão amá-lo pelo mesmo motivo. Se você está pensando em comprar este jogo, então eu recomendo comprá-lo.… Expand
  4. mr_lizard
    Jun 20, 2013
    10
    I have never before felt compelled to give a review on a game in my life. I signed up solely for this purpose.

    Video games have had a pretty standard formula for many years. Genres trundle along, evolving, merging, supplying us masses with many a great game. The Last of Us doesn't give us any real new game mechanics, everything here has been done before, in various ways, and with    I have never before felt compelled to give a review on a game in my life. I signed up solely for this purpose.

    Video games have had a pretty standard formula for many years. Genres trundle along, evolving, merging, supplying us masses with many a great game.

    The Last of Us doesn't give us any real new game mechanics, everything here has been done before, in various ways, and with varying success. What it does, it does very well. The elements of stealth, gunplay, exploration all feel very solid. It is graphically outstanding, and provides many a 'wow look at that' moment.

    What sets this game apart, is somewhat hard to explain. Never has a game made me feel emotional to the extent that The Last of Us has. This really is a game to savour, to take your time with, to explore. The characters feel like strangers to begin with, as they should, but as you play, slowly, you get to know them. It's a cliché, but the journey is important. It's not a game about ploughing through and stomping heads, but about people, in a situation.

    I have never played a game before where I have been so eager to see that next cut scene, or to trigger that next snippet of dialogue, and I find myself hanging on every word, and every expression. The relationship between Joel and Ellie is fascinating, and hands down the best voice acing in any game I've played.

    It's difficult to say too much without spoilers, and if there is ever one game you dont want to be spoiled, this is it.

    I have played this game as I believe it was meant to be played. Slowly, thoughtfully and cautiously. I can understand how it will not appeal to everyone, and not everyone will get the point. It's a game for a mature gamer, a trend which I hope Naughty Dog will continue.

    Truly brilliant.    … Expand
  5. killer413
    Jun 17, 2013
    10
    after playing this game im completely satisfied and really sad that it is over i do hope they find some way to make a sequel i will forever miss the game and it may be one of the only games i have ever replayed truly an awe inspiring game
  6. Ausstor
    Jun 17, 2013
    10
    We face the possible game of the year, perhaps the best of the generation and one more part of the great games in history, along with MGS1 and Zelda Ocarina of Time.

    -Great gameplay, different to see in survival games.
    -Awesome story, once you enter, you aren't free.
    -Extraordinary graphics.
    -Good technical section, but with your details.

    Do not forget this game. Play it.
  7. Montana0307
    Jun 17, 2013
    10
    -Delete my other review i give tlou a 10/10 not 4!!!

    Ok first off where to start in response to Calvincrack you have some major issues son....ADD probably the main one...to say these characters are mildly fleshed out & your not the only person but in going to pick on you anyway....mildly fleshed out are you actually smoking crack then? Did you play the game with your eyes shut & the    -Delete my other review i give tlou a 10/10 not 4!!!

    Ok first off where to start in response to Calvincrack you have some major issues son....ADD probably the main one...to say these characters are mildly fleshed out & your not the only person but in going to pick on you anyway....mildly fleshed out are you actually smoking crack then? Did you play the game with your eyes shut & the volume on mute or something? This of all points is by far the most ridiculous thing I've read in these hater reviews!!! Joel & Ellie are by far two of the best developed characters of any game in history, the fact that you build a connection to both characters & develop a sense of protectiveness over Ellie is absolutely astounding for a video game & it shows how far the industry has matured unlike your brain. I mean did you really play the game with a preconceived notion that you won't like it just because it got 27 10/10s or are you also a bioshock infinite fan? I've played hundreds of games & character wise nothing compares!! If you paid attention, listened to every word spoken, interacted with every optional conversation then there's no way you could say these characters are underdeveloped it's plain stupidity on your part! I guess your just a COD kid who has no clue as to what makes a good game & good story....maybe there wasn't enough explosion for you to get excited over!! Oh and because there isn't a scripted set piece every 30secs maybe that's why you didn't enjoy it....BUT this is where you made the mistake of assuming this was uncharted2 because its not!! No where near because its not meant to be....it's a completely different tone & genre! This game is about subtle details, the ambience of a post apocalyptic world, the sheer beauty of the world that's been created is phenomenal on (7yr old hardware-and people moan about a few popups or graphical glitches here & there?!!nonsense/nitpicking fools...name 1 game with no errors...ye thought so) ...each room tells a story of the deceased, there's so many finite details in this game that it blows my mind every time I find something new!! The gameplay is also amazing, a guy said its all the same? What the? There's melee, melee with bats,wood,machetes etc multiple weapons-guns,rifles,bows etc & there's items you craft which adds like another 3-4 methods to dispatch enemies...I guess the guy that complained was just terrible at the game if all he did was punch every enemy!! The sound is pitch perfect & quite haunting from the clickers etc....another major beef I have with haters is that they think this is a survival zombie game...ND never said that they never titled it a zombie game? The infected are infected they don't die & come back to life they are infected & the cordyceps take control of the brain-people say this isn't an original idea but compared to every zombie game ever released which has a generic zombie I would say its definitely unique!! I think it's fantastic! I don't think I'll ever play a game that gripped me or made me have an emotional connection to the characters like this ever again in my life! Unless naughty dog pull it off again! But I doubt this can be topped!! I would strongly recommend this game to anyone who has a decent IQ, doesn't play COD....& doesn't rely on explosions & bullet time effects to think a game is cool, who want an amazing story driven game, to see two characters be developed masterfully & to see the end outcome & just experience a post apocalyptic America looking gorgeously crafted on the PS3!!    … Expand
  8. Gameflame
    Jun 17, 2013
    10
    This game is the best ps3 game on the market graphically and story wise. The depth and detail of this game continue to stun me as I fumble through the post apocalyptic U.S.A. and as I figure things out I'm scared of my surroundings in which I usually do not feel safe. While there are downsides to scavenging for supplies, there are upsides to it, such as the fact that you can upgrade yourThis game is the best ps3 game on the market graphically and story wise. The depth and detail of this game continue to stun me as I fumble through the post apocalyptic U.S.A. and as I figure things out I'm scared of my surroundings in which I usually do not feel safe. While there are downsides to scavenging for supplies, there are upsides to it, such as the fact that you can upgrade your weapons. The game does a great job at immersing you and sucking you into the world as is in 2033, the time which the game takes place. The rewards of beating the game are like those of Uncharted 2: Among Thieves because of the way you can make the environment change. While these don't parallel to the cheats in Uncharted 2, Naughty Dog's graphics department is not low budget, with three art styles. The premise of the game is really to get to know a 14 year old girl that you are delivering to a band of survivors and bond with her in your adventures. The multiplayer in this game is also immersive because you are the leader of a faction and you must forage for supplies for them and keep your new colonization safe. It puts you in the place of a survivor going on raids and trying to eliminate rival gangs. Game on.… Expand
  9. aikoyamamato
    Jun 17, 2013
    10
    Naughty Dog hit this one out of the park. Absolutely stunning. I have rarely experienced a video game that was so....satisfying. With an emotional, 20 minute introduction this game stole my heart and refused to let go. I laughed, I cried, I got angry, I got scared, I panicked, I loved and I hated. It was a of emotions that went out with a bang; the effects of the ending linger in meNaughty Dog hit this one out of the park. Absolutely stunning. I have rarely experienced a video game that was so....satisfying. With an emotional, 20 minute introduction this game stole my heart and refused to let go. I laughed, I cried, I got angry, I got scared, I panicked, I loved and I hated. It was a of emotions that went out with a bang; the effects of the ending linger in me still.

    Right from the beginning it is apparent how much work went into this masterpiece. Every area, every object and every character is rendered in exquisite detail. Small things like a reflection in a glossy portrait to a bandage you freshly placed on a wounded body all add up to an experience that feels ultimately...real. You feel the desperation of this broken world .

    To complement this you are given, in true Naughty Dog fashion, an amazing cast of characters. Every character is unique with his or her own circumstances. You come to like character and hate them almost immediately. Joel and Ellie in particular portray a natural chemistry that you rarely see even in cinema. Ashley Johnson's performance of Ellie sinks it home, showing you just how amazing mo-cap can be.

    Almost overshadowing these strong points is a breathtaking score by Gustavo Santaolalla. Naughty Dog could not have picked a better composer. Gustavo's acoustic guitar chills you to the bone and each track is ultimate crafted to deliver each scene perfectly. The sound effects as well help blur the lines between reality and fantasy. The clicking sounds of a Clicker serves as an awesome example of small sound effects causing real emotion. You will panic. A lot.

    Overall it is just really difficult to put words into what this game makes you feel. If you have a PS3 and have not played this game, you are doing yourself a disservice. Even if it doesn't affect you the same way it has me there is no denying the experience being worthwhile. Do it.    … Expand
  10. TheRandomness07
    Jun 27, 2013
    10
    An atmosphere and setting filled with so much detail, its impossible to not appreciate. Naughty Dog delivers again... I'm now on my 3rd playthrough and I find it to be better each time I play. The game has so much replay-ability. And also to mention the awesome job they did with the Multiplayer. 10/10 game of the generation for me.
  11. Daisuke72
    Jun 17, 2013
    10
    The best game I've ever played, a true masterpiece from start to finish. This took Uncharted's 2 spot as my favorite game of all time, Naughty Dog continues to wow me with each game they craft, while playing The Last Of Us I felt as if it were just me and the game, nothing else mattered, it was the most immersive game I've ever played. I simply didn't want the game to end, the story, I'veThe best game I've ever played, a true masterpiece from start to finish. This took Uncharted's 2 spot as my favorite game of all time, Naughty Dog continues to wow me with each game they craft, while playing The Last Of Us I felt as if it were just me and the game, nothing else mattered, it was the most immersive game I've ever played. I simply didn't want the game to end, the story, I've never felt this way about a game before.… Expand
  12. M9ki
    Nov 26, 2013
    10
    This is one of my all time favorite games, such a flawless game probally naughty dogs best game yet. Hopefully they will continue this franchise on the ps4.
  13. allanfoda
    Jun 18, 2013
    10
    the last of us fantastico não só o melhor game que joguei na vida como tbm oque mais me aprofundou na historia otimos graficos jogabilidade perfeita tem seus defeitos aqui e ali mais não estraga o game esse ano o goty com certeza dele joguei muitos games nessa geração mais esse ai foi o melhor da minha vida ND e sony estão de parabens pelo grande feito!!! feichando com have dethe last of us fantastico não só o melhor game que joguei na vida como tbm oque mais me aprofundou na historia otimos graficos jogabilidade perfeita tem seus defeitos aqui e ali mais não estraga o game esse ano o goty com certeza dele joguei muitos games nessa geração mais esse ai foi o melhor da minha vida ND e sony estão de parabens pelo grande feito!!! feichando com have de ouro a era ps3 esse game n deve levar apenas goty ele pode ser o game da geração!!!!!!… Expand
  14. marcoag2
    Jun 19, 2013
    10
    Para mim o melhor jogo deste ano até agora, ótima história unido a um gráfico exelente. Parabéns Naughty Dog. Pena não ter mais jogos deste nível no mercado atualmente.
  15. FoldsFive
    Jun 18, 2013
    10
    I'm holding my breath and crouching behind a desk. There's a Clicker in the room, his legs shuffling awkwardly as he stumbles around looking for me, his head now a bloated and blind fungal mass years of infection have removed any vestiges of humanity he once possessed. A guttural tick echoes from his mouth as he claws at the air in desperate frustration. I'm about to breathe a sigh ofI'm holding my breath and crouching behind a desk. There's a Clicker in the room, his legs shuffling awkwardly as he stumbles around looking for me, his head now a bloated and blind fungal mass years of infection have removed any vestiges of humanity he once possessed. A guttural tick echoes from his mouth as he claws at the air in desperate frustration. I'm about to breathe a sigh of relief when he passes me by but then I hear it the sound of one of those less infected but as deadly nonetheless who has spotted me and realise I'm going to run for it. I've only made it two or three steps before the Clicker hears me and screams after me in pursuit.

    My vision is fading from the blood loss as I slide down behind cover, hurriedly trying to craft myself a medical kit from the few scavenged remains I've pocketed. Bullets ricochet off a nearby wall as the military advance from behind cover, suspecting I'm out of ammo. Which I am. I could have made a Molotov with the same kit, but it's too late for that now. I have no time so run towards one of them in desperation, my fist swinging towards his face.

    The Last of Us (exclusive to the PS3) is a survival horror game set 20 years after an apocalypse has devastated the Earth. And for once it's not World War III or Zombies (in as much as 28 days sort of isn't a zombie film), but in a world where the insect disease Cordyceps has spread to humanity. The remaining populace have been herded into Military controlled quarantine zones.

    The prologue which introduces you to the character of Joel is one of the best openings to a video-game I've encountered since Prey and Bioshock. It's very reminiscent of the opening to Zack Snyders 2004 remake of Dawn of the Dead in that it introduces something quite horrific into a domestic scene it's powerful, well written, perfectly paced and most unusually for a video game is phenomenally well acted. I haven't been as moved by watching anything that took such a short period of time since Pixar's Up.

    20 years later sees your character Joel eking out an existence as a smuggler, skilled in the art of survival and travelling between the quarantine zones. A living, of sorts. And in the introduction which does the great thing of being a tutorial that doesn't feel like a tutorial sees you and your partner Tess press-ganged into a most unusual smuggling operation; To escort a young girl named Ellie with a very important secret out of the city and to safety. What follows is a breathtaking journey across a plague ravaged America where the military who seek Ellie are almost as deadly as the disease-ridden infected who wander the wastes. You'll be forced to scavenge for every piece of equipment you can get your hands on every piece of ammunition is scarce with value beyond compare, and you'll rarely be in a position where you can plough dozens of bullets into an enemy to take him down.

    Yeah, yeah, yeah. So far, so video game. The survival horror genre has been done to death, so what makes this any different? Any seasoned gamer must have wandered across hundreds of post apocalyptic landscapes fighting three dozen varieties of mutants/zombies/maniacs, etc.

    Well for once the script doesn't feel like it's been cobbled together by a couple of games designers who thought they were up to the task because they watched the Mad Max Box-set at the weekend. With music composed by a decent musician (Gustavo Santaolalla) as opposed to somebody who was roped into the task because they had a Casio SA-46 keyboard in the attic which still had some batteries in. With the roles acted out by a decent cast instead of dragging people in from the street or getting a developer who was in the schools performance of Oliver a decade ago.

    The Last Of Us is an immaculately presented package. As what is possibly one of the last big titles for the PS3, it's a perfect swansong a perfectly worded eulogy for what gaming can be if the ingredients and recipe are right. I'll go out on a limb and say that it's probably one of the best video-games I've played in the last 30 years. Nigh on perfection.

    The film critic Roger Ebert wrote a brilliant piece back in 2010 describing why he thought that videogames could never be art. It's a piece I don't necessarily agree with, but it's a shame he died not least of which because I'd love to have known what he thought of The Last Of Us. He probably still wouldn't admit it was art, but I think he'd have loved it as one of the closest links between cinema and gaming I've seen in a long, long time.

    It's been an odd week for PS3 and 360 owners in which it seems that Microsoft have been determined to make you all want to buy the next generation of Playstation. The quality of The Last Of Us means you might not want to rush that quickly to invest in a next-gen console there's life in this old dog yet.

    The Last Of Us is truly brilliant. Beautiful, thought-provoking and most importantly a simply great game.    … Expand
  16. poptart222
    Jun 18, 2013
    10
    Absolutely Love this game. One of the best games I've played in a while. It defines what the survival-horror genre should be. It's exactly how I envisioned post apocalyptic life after reading The Road. This game, along with Farcry3 and Bioshock Infinite are some of the only ps3 games I can actually play without being bored after an hour. The story line is great, characters are great andAbsolutely Love this game. One of the best games I've played in a while. It defines what the survival-horror genre should be. It's exactly how I envisioned post apocalyptic life after reading The Road. This game, along with Farcry3 and Bioshock Infinite are some of the only ps3 games I can actually play without being bored after an hour. The story line is great, characters are great and the game play is great. There are a few things that bother me, like the small amount of ammo you can carry despite it being around (Normal mode), also some of the NPCs running around freely while you're trying to sneak around. Still, overall a great game that was well worth waiting for. It's not everybody's cup of tea, but as you can tell from the overwhelmingly positive reviews it's a great game. The people saying this game is overhyped don't seem to consider the possibility that they're a minority with their opinion. 10/10 would play again.… Expand
  17. fabriciopsouza
    Jun 21, 2013
    10
    Uma história fantástica, ricamente ambientada e, na contramão da maioria das histórias, temos uma relação de amor paterno se desenvolvendo entre os protagonistas. O jogo linear, sem impacto das ações do jogador sobre a história ou seu desfecho, e isto, de maneira alguma, um ponto negativo. Recomendadíssimo!
  18. Jvk27
    Jun 18, 2013
    10
    The Last of Us is pure gold. They have forged what i believe to be the most realistic post apocalyptic world. I love zombie games and i love survival games but this one has to be my favorite. I think its up for running on best game of the year. I loved the plot and the amazing character development. Sometimes the combat was a bit clunky but overall it was fantastic. They did a good job ofThe Last of Us is pure gold. They have forged what i believe to be the most realistic post apocalyptic world. I love zombie games and i love survival games but this one has to be my favorite. I think its up for running on best game of the year. I loved the plot and the amazing character development. Sometimes the combat was a bit clunky but overall it was fantastic. They did a good job of not making it an escort mission and i love that you got to play as both characters. I would recommend this game to anyone over the age of 18 that is not offended by brutal violence and constant profanity.… Expand
  19. Lethyss
    Jun 18, 2013
    10
    This is hands down the best game I've ever played. Awesome gameplay. And the story is by far the best in any game.
    It is also the first game ever that has made me cry.
    Naughty Dog gets everything right with this game. The voice acting, environment, characters, atmosphere and music is amazing.
  20. ZanDatsu
    Jun 18, 2013
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The fact I can't stop thinking about this game two days after finishing it is a testament to how special it is. I've never felt compelled to review anything in my life, yet here I am. I'll just say it up front, The Last of Us is a masterpiece of game design, in every aspect I can think of, from art direction, level design, character development (greatly helped by the talents of Troy Baker and Ashley Johnson), pacing, to the more subtle things like feeling the weight of a character through the controls. That familiar, comfortable, feeling of coming back to Joel after a short time with Ellie is not something I think I'll ever forget. No game has ever given me that sense of familiarity with a character.

    I appreciated so many of the small details. They really do make a difference. Here are just some that come to mind:

    -The bottle falling over as I helped move a shelf.
    -The subtle movements of curtains and flags.
    -AI that made me stop thinking of this game as a typical game and treat it differently than any other.
    -That the scene-setting lights in the hospital could be knocked over.
    -Individual differences in scribbled handwriting on the walls and in notes.
    -The piano in a hallway that wasn't there arbitrarily, but because it was close to a banquet room.
    -Ellie's joke about the scientists turning into monkeys. the animation on those monkeys!)
    -That Joel wanted to be a singer.
    -The giraffe scene.
    -The note to Bill being crumpled after getting tossed away.
    -Nolan North as David
    -Ellie's mood being down after seeing the deer carving.
    -The room Ellie was reading the diary in. That whole house in fact.
    -The ending

    I could go on and on, but really, it's a culmination of all of these things and more that made this game something I never thought was even possible. How can anything top this? I honestly don't know. The realities of game development almost dictate that this game shouldn't exist, but it does and I'm forever grateful for that.    … Expand
  21. StrykerOh7
    Jun 18, 2013
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The Last of Us is a beautiful experience. It is a rare, fulfilling narrative that will not disappoint you.

    At the beginning of the game I was a bit unsure. The initial sequence is fantastic and riveting, but after skipping ahead 20 years to the setting of Boston, I felt as if the environments felt a bit unauthentic. It just seemed a bit "unpolished" to me. I'm not quite sure as to why, just the scenes involving Boston seemed as if they lacked the Naughty Dog "sparkle."

    As the plot progresses however, the characters reel you in. The motion capture, facial expressions, voice acting, cutscenes- all phenomenal. You become attached to the storyline and boy is it addicting.

    Gameplay is outstanding. It is undoubtedly a Naughty Dog game. Combat, foraging, and exploration shine in this game. Crafting is a welcome feature to the post apocalyptic scenario.

    Graphics and visuals are brilliant. Every time a clicker gets too close, you are forced to watch hauntingly as it begins to devour you. It was so intense later in the game that when playing as Ellie, I had to look away.

    The sound is nothing short of amazing. Excellent score, particularly near the end of the game, the giraffe scene and the final cutscene.

    If I have any complaints about the game, they are minor. Once or twice the AI ignored one of my allies. A couple of glitchy moments but nothing major. If there's anything I would have liked to see in this game, I simply would have liked it to be longer. It took me just under thirteen hours to finish the first playthrough on normal difficulty. I know that's a decent length, but much of the story skips through parts of Joel and Ellie's journey. What happens in the land from Pittsburgh to Colorado? I enjoyed so much of the story and gameplay that I would have loved a significantly longer experience. Again, the story does do a great job of introducing new environments. Cities, snow covered forests, college campuses, rural towns, etc.

    The ending is something that we will all be talking about for quite some time. Ellie, all throughout the journey, becomes more consumed with guilt. But in the end, Joel takes the guilt of a lie in an effort to her well being. A fantastically crafted story, easily one of the best I have ever played.

    I have never completed a story and wanted to start playing it over again, right away. But that is what The Last of Us is- a masterpiece.

    One of the best games of this generation.    … Expand
  22. XtremeGamer
    Jun 18, 2013
    10
    I don't even begin to describe on amazing this game is, this game is such an amazing game and possibly the greatest game I've played, Naughty Dog once again proves they are gods of gaming, the combat in this game is gruesome and brutal, the only honest problem I have with this game was that I could not see at some points in the game, other than that I had no problem, if you love gamingI don't even begin to describe on amazing this game is, this game is such an amazing game and possibly the greatest game I've played, Naughty Dog once again proves they are gods of gaming, the combat in this game is gruesome and brutal, the only honest problem I have with this game was that I could not see at some points in the game, other than that I had no problem, if you love gaming this game is for you.… Expand
  23. xenz
    Jun 18, 2013
    10
    I went in with very low expectations, mainly because I hate zombie games. But this game... it blew my mind! It didn't take long to understand that this game was not about the infected, and with the amazing writing and story you understand how the world has become to what it is and why people are acting zombie-like. I absolutely LOVE this game!

    Pros: -One of the best gaming intro's to    I went in with very low expectations, mainly because I hate zombie games. But this game... it blew my mind! It didn't take long to understand that this game was not about the infected, and with the amazing writing and story you understand how the world has become to what it is and why people are acting zombie-like. I absolutely LOVE this game!

    Pros:
    -One of the best gaming intro's to date in this medium. I was playing this in the living room, and my parents were just minding there own business, as they usually do when I playing video games. But this time they were just entranced as I was.

    -Extravagant voice acting. Some of the best this medium has to offer, and not just from a few of the voice actors but from the whole cast.

    -Not just voice acting, but the actors performance was also incredibly well done.

    -Loved finding the little notes about the peoples life stories and events that occurred to them

    -Some of the most tense combat I've ever experienced in a game to date. An it's not about the checkpoints, and how death is trivialized. It's more about wanting to survive, and having that little inkling of health left, and just feeling triumphant, and victorious and you blow these hoarding blitzing clickers with the few ammo of buckshot you have left. Just feels so empowering.

    -Some nice scary moments (the basement in pittsburgh, the school in lincoln)

    -All the characters themselves were Joel was someone you could easily feel and relate for. Ellie was never annoying, and honestly felt like a daughter you wish you could have for yourself. She was dependent and strong, and a great female character. Bill was great as well. Loved the plight of sam and henry, and that conclusion, well, it was encapturing. Just lots of great characters all the way around. Full of depth and personality

    -Great, and I meant GREAT writing. Felt natural, organic, and just very real. Felt very much like the script of a film, or a hbo tv show -Some of the levels like Lincoln, parts of Pittsburgh, and most of the 2nd half were great.

    -First game that gets better and better as you progress. Very rare for a video game, since it's usually the other way around

    -The 2nd half, especially The Winter Chapter, is what DEFINED this game. Without this 2nd half, this game would've been a straight up dissapointment.

    -The Winter Chapter in general. So many great moments, and so many "The Road" vibes. Especially with the hanging people on the meathooks. Gave me those vibes from the road

    -Playing as ellie was so much fun -I liked how david mentioned how many people joel and ellie killed, especially in the university. Really drove home the fact, that they are brutal murders in a sense, but only trying to survive for another day

    -I really liked the in game inventory management.

    -Really enjoyed the crafting, the upgrades as well.

    -I really loved the Giraffe segment. Made me smile to see how happy and excited Ellie was

    -Cutscenes look beautiful. Just beautiful

    -The shadows are incredible, there are really some standout beautiful moments in this game

    -Fall and Winter had some of the best atmosphere in this game

    -As frequent as death is, love that the checkpoints never punish you

    -Similar to tell tales walking dead, you can see a bond be created by these 2 characters. I honestly felt that The Last of US blew away what tell tale did in this area.

    -Love how there relationship just grows and grows. What you experience when you first me her, will be a much different relationship when all is said and done. It really is great, especially how joel turns around in the spring chater -Just a great overall fiction and world that naughty dog built.

    -A great OST as well. Never pounding upon your head. Subtle in ways, but always feel haunting, and emotional. Really, Really well done by Mr. Gustavo Santaolalla!

    -Felt like a genuine journey. So many moments that will forever be remembered.

    -Really like the ending. Wasn't what I expected, and the spoilers were wrong to! Made me think, which I always enjoy in a game
    -Probably one of the better gaming narratives to date. Yes it's predictable at times, yes it's treaded ground that's been beaten upon it's head time after time in books and films. It's tropes we've seen before. But for whatever reason, in this young medium, it feels so refreshing and new. The chemistry between these 2 characters. These are the stars of the show, and the game. How they evolve as characters, and most importantly as people is worthy of applaud to Naughty Dog Cons: -Some areas are a bit unpolished, some occasional minor glitches -Some of the AI ranges from great, to awful -Some of the minor things like strangling a guy whose screaming to death and not notifying other people around them is a bit hokey. And that's the only negative for me. But because of stellar voice actiong, story and gameplay I give this masterpiece 10/10.    … Expand
  24. velinsuportavel
    Jun 18, 2013
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. 95 is not enough for this game he had to hit 97-98 is perfect for goty 2013 without a doubt!!!!
    not only as goty game of the generation!!! the critics who are giving low grades of envy dies unfortunately I have ps3 xbox 360 pc and a super over this game has made the dust of my ps3 go away and saw the best game of the generation gta watch dogs beyond any game must overcome if it occurs can be sure it is mafia!    … Expand
  25. brunoUS
    Jun 18, 2013
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The Last of Us is one of the best games I've ever played. Imagine Uncharted 2/3, which looks better, sounds better, is more endearing characters and a plot more emotional.
    Imagine that with the combat that encourages not only several playthroughs to try a different strategy, but charging stations to get your first right strategy. But it really does not do justice. Normally I would write a long review, but this is a title that needs no introduction. It's amazing, one of the best gaming experience out there. Nothing more need be said (for fear of spoiling it) not just buy it!!.    … Expand
  26. UpperGoddom
    Jun 18, 2013
    10
    Don't believe the people that are giving this game anything below a 7. This game is near perfect and probably one of the best of this generation. The gameplay is sharp and fresh, both online and on single player. I haven't found myself this addicted to a multiplayer game in a long time. The survival aspect stays true for the online modes and it makes the matches more intense then anythingDon't believe the people that are giving this game anything below a 7. This game is near perfect and probably one of the best of this generation. The gameplay is sharp and fresh, both online and on single player. I haven't found myself this addicted to a multiplayer game in a long time. The survival aspect stays true for the online modes and it makes the matches more intense then anything i have played. The single player is equally as astounding with perfect voice actors and a brilliant story. While a little short, they get everything across they needed to. I'm currently playing through the single player on survival mode, and let me tell you. Its hard. But with the way this game is, the hardest difficulty actually makes the game more interesting and more intense, it almost seems like that difficulty is where the game really shines. With no listening mode you are forced to be even more stealthy and more clever with your actions, and each and every scenario takes careful planning. The people that are giving this game zeroes have absolutely no merit, because no matter how you look at this game it is absolutely not anything less then a 7 or 8.… Expand
  27. robothawk
    Aug 24, 2013
    10
    This game, it is not a game, it is an epic. An epic in the art of storytelling, and it comes with gameplay too. I would be content just to watch the cutscenes and pay money for it. This game is the most amazing experience I have had in a video game. (other than shadow of the colossus) People say this is just another zombie game, and they are sort of right, this is a story of the hardshipsThis game, it is not a game, it is an epic. An epic in the art of storytelling, and it comes with gameplay too. I would be content just to watch the cutscenes and pay money for it. This game is the most amazing experience I have had in a video game. (other than shadow of the colossus) People say this is just another zombie game, and they are sort of right, this is a story of the hardships and a record of surviving the apocalypse. This game deserves 10 of 10, 5 of 5 and every best game of the year awards for the next 5 years.… Expand
  28. jakenelson
    Jun 18, 2013
    10
    I don't think I have ever played a game like this. Saying this game was great would be an understatement. The game has an amazing story and is also helped by its incredible gameplay and characters. You take the role of Joel in a post-apocalyptic world, your job is to take Ellie (who I believe is the character of this generation) to a rebel group "the Fireflies". During your journey youI don't think I have ever played a game like this. Saying this game was great would be an understatement. The game has an amazing story and is also helped by its incredible gameplay and characters. You take the role of Joel in a post-apocalyptic world, your job is to take Ellie (who I believe is the character of this generation) to a rebel group "the Fireflies". During your journey you will find characters that you can love and also hate. Not only Joel and Ellie's love grow, your love for these characters will also grow. If you can play one game in your life PLAY THIS!!!… Expand
  29. Darkspirit_
    Jun 18, 2013
    10
    In a market that is filled with bland, repetitive and copy paste type games, it's nice to own a game that dares to be different. While some things might seem obvious, a lot of stuff is not. Most people will miss a lot of the fine details that are present within the game. Such as the many hidden Easter eggs and lore.
    Even characters will have their own surprises. Naughty dog does Survival    In a market that is filled with bland, repetitive and copy paste type games, it's nice to own a game that dares to be different. While some things might seem obvious, a lot of stuff is not. Most people will miss a lot of the fine details that are present within the game. Such as the many hidden Easter eggs and lore.
    Even characters will have their own surprises. Naughty dog does Survival horror justice, it depicts it's idea on how a post Apocalyptic world would look like, and does a good job doing so.

    From start to finish you get to learn about the world, you get to know the characters and watch them grow as individuals. To me It was way more than a mere cinematic experience with gameplay elements. I felt a connection with the characters, I put myself in their shoes and asked myself what I would have done in certain situations. This is the first game since Bioshock 1 ("Would you kindly" message) that has tested my morals, my basic instincts/impulses and made me question my own logic behind the decisions I've made. Towards the end of this game I felt so connected to the characters that I would literally put myself in harms way just to protect Ellie, even though I knew she was just an A.I I felt as if I needed to be there for her.

    One of the fun parts of this game is the way you struggle to get supplies, it's one of those games that "kinda forces" you to scavenge for resources or find those little treasures (not really necessary, but it does make your life easier). But it's not something that you will hate, it's not some tedious task. It's something that (at least in my experience) you will want to do, I spent hours on end, just looking around for pendants, comic books, health packs, crafting resources, tool kits, supplements and much more. I sat down reading notes, trying to learn as much as I could, always looking for clues as to what happened here, what happened to this family/person, trying to solve riddles such as why the world is the way it is, and I loved every second of it.

    I spent 16 hours on this game on my first run through, most people will also finish the game at around this time. For anyone rushing the game it may last 8-10 hours on normal difficulty, but in doing so you miss so much of the game. I recommend you take your time, search every little inch of the world and have fun doing so.

    The Last of Us may not be for everyone, but it's a game that gave me an awesome experience that I will not soon forget. I hope that you at least give the game a try, it might just be the best game you've played in a long time.    … Expand
  30. onmywaylee
    Jun 18, 2013
    10
    Oh, man, I haven't played such incredible game in years. The Last of Us isn't only about gaming or even entertainment. It is the complete package of rich and unique experience through the medium of gaming. I was always sceptical about the art of video games because of the vast majority of games having sh**ty storytelling, characters and terrible atmosphere. But, Naught Dog, you are justOh, man, I haven't played such incredible game in years. The Last of Us isn't only about gaming or even entertainment. It is the complete package of rich and unique experience through the medium of gaming. I was always sceptical about the art of video games because of the vast majority of games having sh**ty storytelling, characters and terrible atmosphere. But, Naught Dog, you are just rolling down all my face to prove that I was so wrong about it. Hats off to you all day!… Expand
  31. Zionmoose
    Jun 18, 2013
    10
    Easily my favorite game...ever. There really isn't much else to say except that the journey "The Last of Us" takes you on is epic and heartwarming. Simply just a stunning accomplishment by the team at Naughty Dog. Oh...and did I mention the game is gorgeous!
  32. SolidRace
    Jun 18, 2013
    10
    I can understand how some fans of lesser games could see The Last of Us' action as disappointing. However, I have been a fan of third-person action games for the strong majority of my life and it is my honest opinion that this game does it on par with the best, which is no surprise since it was created by Naughty Dog, who are no strangers to the third-person action genre. No matter how youI can understand how some fans of lesser games could see The Last of Us' action as disappointing. However, I have been a fan of third-person action games for the strong majority of my life and it is my honest opinion that this game does it on par with the best, which is no surprise since it was created by Naughty Dog, who are no strangers to the third-person action genre. No matter how you view the gameplay though, the narrative is the most finely crafted story I have yet to experience in its medium. Frankly, I can only hope that games in the future take notes on how to create narratives half as good as The Last of Us featured. Joel and Ellie have inevitably been added to my list of characters I actually cared for, which is regrettably a small list. Naughty Dog and specifically, the team behind The Last of Us have earned my respect and considering their continued pursuit of excellence in their games, my wallet. Bravo.… Expand
  33. NickWiser
    Jun 18, 2013
    10
    As an avid gamer and an Uncharted fan, I have been awaiting this games release for a few years now. I rarely ever preorder games because I have had bad luck with titles like God of War turning out to be flops, but I preordered this as I had a good feeling naught dog would come through with a masterpiece. I am not very far into the game yet, but man is this game beautiful. The graphics areAs an avid gamer and an Uncharted fan, I have been awaiting this games release for a few years now. I rarely ever preorder games because I have had bad luck with titles like God of War turning out to be flops, but I preordered this as I had a good feeling naught dog would come through with a masterpiece. I am not very far into the game yet, but man is this game beautiful. The graphics are awesome, gameplay is incredible, and the story is even better than that! The Last of Us definitely lived up to its hype, and I don't regret preordering it one bit. I have yet to play the multiplayer yet but if its anything like the campaign I know it will be sweet.… Expand
  34. pyrofire95
    Jun 18, 2013
    10
    Right out of the starting gate the game looks amazing, surprising that gaphics can still impress me this late in the console cycle. The game starts in a calm way and gets the player connected to the characters so you care for them throughout the entire game. Within the first 10 of gameplay it starts to set up the mood giving you fear of the unknown followed by the death, destruction, theRight out of the starting gate the game looks amazing, surprising that gaphics can still impress me this late in the console cycle. The game starts in a calm way and gets the player connected to the characters so you care for them throughout the entire game. Within the first 10 of gameplay it starts to set up the mood giving you fear of the unknown followed by the death, destruction, the infected, and lastly the people. The game has a great supporting cast that you get to know while you travel with fighting opponents developing a trust and friendship, letting the player adapt the feeling the characters give. One part i particularly like is through all the fear and terror the girl Joel travels with, Eli, sometime makes drumming or guitar noises suddenly illuminating the mood giving a light to the ugly yet beautiful world. Gameplay always keep you trying to come up with different ways of passing an obstacle, gradually giving the player more weapons to play with. A breathtaking and emotional journey and an absolute must play.… Expand
  35. holdfasthope87
    Jun 19, 2013
    10
    From someone who has been a hardcore gamer for 20 years, and who is also a HUGE film buff: This is, for me, the best game I have ever played. Why? First, the story is MASTERFUL. If this was a movie, I really believe it would have blown the critics away, and would have most likely gone down as an enduring classic. Incredible atmosphere of tension (definitely reminded me of a Coen brothersFrom someone who has been a hardcore gamer for 20 years, and who is also a HUGE film buff: This is, for me, the best game I have ever played. Why? First, the story is MASTERFUL. If this was a movie, I really believe it would have blown the critics away, and would have most likely gone down as an enduring classic. Incredible atmosphere of tension (definitely reminded me of a Coen brothers film), heartbreaking emotion (and I am almost never moved by video games stories), great "cinematography", and a script that in my opinion surpasses Cormac McCarthy's novels. Naughty Dog has drawn from a wealth of influences, and has created a story that is better than them all (in my opinion).
    Second, the gameplay is TENSE and very fun. If you didn't feel tension while playing this game, then you need to switch to hard difficulty (and listening mode turned off), because normal mode is for average gamers. I started on the hardest difficulty possible, with no listening mode, and man was this game incredibly tense. (I felt more tension throughout this than No Country For Old Men...I actually had to take breaks to give my stomach a rest). While the combat is not perfect (no game is), its VERY good, and not worth nitpicking due to how it services the phenomenal story.
    Third, this is the most immersive experience I think I have ever had, in gaming or in film. While there are occasional bugs due to the ambitious nature of the game, they are quite rare, and in the course of my 20 hour playthrough, I took my time stealthily in order to conserve the limited ammo I had, and explored the world thoroughly), I actually experienced tension, fear, disgust, hatred, hope, love, joy, peace, brokenness, sorrow. There are moments in this game that I will never forget.
    Lastly, the game is deeply philosophical. What at first glance appears to be a cliched "zombie" (although the infected are nothing like zombies, and are much more believable in my opinion) story is slowly revealed to actually be a fascinating study on humanity, morality, and love. This becomes apparent after the conclusion of the game. The game is so profound and well constructed that I could analyze its meaning (through mise en scene and use of motifs) in the same way I would a movie like "Moonrise Kingdom," "The Godfather," or "Pans Labyrinth."
    To sum it up, this game in a masterpiece. I honestly believe (in my opinion) that those who didn't like the game are either: 1) shallow gamers who enjoy mindlessly repetitive "Call of Duty" games rather than meaningful stories, 2) bad gamers, who thought that the gameplay was "broken" due to their lack of skill, and 3) People who don't understand how to interpret and understand masterful works of literature and film. IMO this game's meaning went over some people's heads. If you appreciate powerful films from geniuses like Martin Scorcese, Stanley Kubrick, Guillermo del Toro, and especially the Coen Brothers, you will love the artistry of this game.
    This game dethroned the masterpiece The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time from the top spot in my favorite games of all time. IT'S THAT GOOD. Gameplay wise, I think Zelda is a bit better, but the story of The Last of Us is one of my favorite stories ever (whether game, film, or book). No other game comes close. Gameplay is created to serve the story, so if you are into games only for the sake of mindless Call of Duty action rather than deep story and intelligent strategic combat, or if you are a fan of Micheal Bay style movies, don't play this game, its art will be wasted on you. To those with (in my opinion) good taste, GET THIS GAME!!!    … Expand
  36. Leamister95
    Jun 19, 2013
    10
    I love the fact it feels so realistic and believable every decision I make I feel like it is me doing it!!

    Best Zombie/Survival game I've ever played **Joel is the man**
  37. mastesers
    Jun 19, 2013
    10
    Seriously i'm not a fanboy or whatever, but this is the best game i've ever played. I don't find any weaknesses at all (maybe the multiplayer, but this isn't that type of game). Sincerely can't find a game that I was excited and involved more. Ps. Ellie's character is outstanding.
  38. XeonWithAnX
    Jun 19, 2013
    10
    There are so many zombie esque games out there, but I figured Naughty Dog would have a good take on it. I wasn't wrong. So many different survival games focus on the monsters when in reality, I've always wanted to see a focus on not only interpersonal stories but how humanity as a species would handle the fall of modern society. it wasn't exactly about the outbreak and for that they getThere are so many zombie esque games out there, but I figured Naughty Dog would have a good take on it. I wasn't wrong. So many different survival games focus on the monsters when in reality, I've always wanted to see a focus on not only interpersonal stories but how humanity as a species would handle the fall of modern society. it wasn't exactly about the outbreak and for that they get one of the few things games get from me, a solid 10 points. The story is immersing, the world in dark, and there's a really good take on human interaction that I've only really seen in a few things, movies included. I can't help but just love the game for that. The banter of the characters, how they interact with everything juxtaposed with the bad hands they're dealt. There's a good character arc and deeper meanings behind what you see. It's definitely worth a buy.… Expand
  39. Adthelad96
    Jun 19, 2013
    10
    The best game of the generation hands down!!
    Naughty dog created an outstanding game which any PS3 owner should get. Naughty dog created uncharted which is the one of the best adventure games out there however it limited them to what emotionally they can show. this game shows that emotional side.
    BUY IT!!!!
  40. Lavidessa
    Jun 19, 2013
    10
    one of the best games ever made,spectacular graphics,breathtaking gameplay,definitely the best game of this generation.Naughty Dog is always worth,expect gta in deciding the game of the year
  41. Ershin
    Jun 19, 2013
    10
    This game blew my mind! It is the game I hoped it to be, with a story that is among the best in video games. The presentation is peerless and must look good even to those preferring PC gaming. On consoles, the characters and animation, along with the incredible detail of the environments, is the best I have seen this generation. Naughty Dog's incredible talent as directors/storytellersThis game blew my mind! It is the game I hoped it to be, with a story that is among the best in video games. The presentation is peerless and must look good even to those preferring PC gaming. On consoles, the characters and animation, along with the incredible detail of the environments, is the best I have seen this generation. Naughty Dog's incredible talent as directors/storytellers surpasses even that of theirs of game designing. The less one says of the story the better, for fear of giving anything away of this most exciting and heart-wrenching tale. It is true: the game is very dark and brutal and bloody. But this is merely consequential, considering the game's extraordinarily realistic and adult take on a post-apocalyptic world. Surviving is harsh in the world of "the last of us", and the white-knuckel skirmishes demonstrate this. The combat in this game is some of the best I have experienced in games, with its lack of resources, such as bullets, emphasizing skill and tactics. Stealth is a big part of the game; indeed, a number of areas allow for play through without confrontation. A note to pacifists: your characters Joel and Ellie will at times have to kill, there is no way around it. None of the characters are innocent. The world they live in simply does not allow it. Of course, as is standard with Naughty Dog productions, the soundtrack and design is terrific. The soundscape is at times evocative, scary, sad and haunting. In short: there is really nothing I can level against this masterpiece and whole heartedly recommend this title to all (mature!) gamers. Aside from being one of the finest games of this whole generation, it is probably the most important in regard to the art of the craft of video games.… Expand
  42. frosthound
    Jun 19, 2013
    10
    This game pulls on the heart strings!!!! If your looking for anther uncharted this is not it. But IMHO it blows uncharted out of the water as well as adding a new IP to dev naughty dog's gold line up hell I made this account just to say how good this game is! Naughty dog if you pick up and run with this IP you will get my money every time!
  43. zamorian79
    Jun 19, 2013
    10
    Believe the critic reviews. The game is that good. It is a great story, with amazing, believable characters, incredible voice acting and music score, top notch sound effects and atmosphere, great and brutal gameplay where every kill counts, in most video games you pass across waves of enemies but killing doesn't matter, in this game every kill counts, it's close and personal, it'sBelieve the critic reviews. The game is that good. It is a great story, with amazing, believable characters, incredible voice acting and music score, top notch sound effects and atmosphere, great and brutal gameplay where every kill counts, in most video games you pass across waves of enemies but killing doesn't matter, in this game every kill counts, it's close and personal, it's necessary. The Last of Us is a jewel. I have found a couple of glitches, but nothing that hinders the experience. The game is a masterpiece.… Expand
  44. claudionmc
    Jun 19, 2013
    10
    Impressive in every aspect. Graphics, Illumination, Story, Length, Emotions, the Persons in play, Sound, Soundtracks, Multiplayer experience, Gameplay in general I were submerged into a world like never before, feeling not only the excitement that I felt with halo 4 or uncharted 2/3, but also the emotions that the game transmitted, like heavy rain... it has a perfect combination of thatImpressive in every aspect. Graphics, Illumination, Story, Length, Emotions, the Persons in play, Sound, Soundtracks, Multiplayer experience, Gameplay in general I were submerged into a world like never before, feeling not only the excitement that I felt with halo 4 or uncharted 2/3, but also the emotions that the game transmitted, like heavy rain... it has a perfect combination of that sensations, that makes me feel at the end of the game that I've played a master piece.

    I don't think that there is any game out there that could match The Last Of Us (I don't want to spoiler either), but I think that it is only comparable with the Uncharted 2 scandal... Naughty Dog made it again    … Expand
  45. lordphynix
    Jun 19, 2013
    10
    It is rare that a game can hit a note so fast and make you care for its characters. From the opening to the ending, the story grabs you and compels you to keep on playing to see what happens next. The character interactions were fluid without the voice actors sounding like they were reading a script. The environments were gorgeous and well done. The combat was everything that Naughty DogIt is rare that a game can hit a note so fast and make you care for its characters. From the opening to the ending, the story grabs you and compels you to keep on playing to see what happens next. The character interactions were fluid without the voice actors sounding like they were reading a script. The environments were gorgeous and well done. The combat was everything that Naughty Dog promised with a choice on stealth mechanics or open combat, unlike other games the AI companion was not hampering or detrimental to the gameplay or those mechanics.

    The Last of Us has set a new bar in game-based storytelling and should set the standard for video game storytelling in the years to come.    … Expand
  46. GamersNational
    Jun 19, 2013
    10
    The Last of Us is a must own. With great gameplay, stellar visuals, and phenomenal voice acting, The Last of Us is a masterpiece. The game is a survival game. And, just like a real apocalypse, you care for your partners and kill to survive. Many other survival games nail the "survive" factor but cannot create a human-like attachment between characters. Naughty Dog has nothing to proveThe Last of Us is a must own. With great gameplay, stellar visuals, and phenomenal voice acting, The Last of Us is a masterpiece. The game is a survival game. And, just like a real apocalypse, you care for your partners and kill to survive. Many other survival games nail the "survive" factor but cannot create a human-like attachment between characters. Naughty Dog has nothing to prove and might have just made the best game of the year. Joel and Ellie might be the best duo in years (much better than Mario and Luigi). Truly The Last of Us is the epitome of a great video game.… Expand
  47. Penguin143
    Jun 19, 2013
    10
    The most outstanding game of this fading generation. Naughty Dog have created something so unique and so beautiful, and yet profound and heart-breaking at the same time. I've been made to truly care about the characters and what happens to them, in a way I didn't think was possible in a video game. This coupled with varied and thoughtful gameplay makes for a wonderful viewing/playingThe most outstanding game of this fading generation. Naughty Dog have created something so unique and so beautiful, and yet profound and heart-breaking at the same time. I've been made to truly care about the characters and what happens to them, in a way I didn't think was possible in a video game. This coupled with varied and thoughtful gameplay makes for a wonderful viewing/playing experience. The gameplay itself consists of stealth, problem-solving, gun-play and scavenging. These all blend together, and mean the gameplay never feels repetitive or boring. I particularly like the way the main two characters interact and work together in certain parts of the game. The wide range of landscapes, and the mix of slower paced, and sometimes hectic gameplay means you won't want to put down your controller. The graphics are truly phenomenal, making excellent use of lighting and shadows, and an insane amount of detail is embedded throughout. The collision of urban and jungle environments makes for a breathtakingly beautiful, yet believable world. In fact, it makes you question whether we need next-gen consoles with graphics like this! The music is sets the tone of the game, and does a wonderful job of injecting the right emotion into the on-screen action, both in cut-scenes and actual gameplay. All these components together create an unforgettable gaming experience. If you're after a non-stop, action packed game such as Uncharted, then perhaps you're looking in the wrong place. But if you're looking for a beautiful, immersive, emotional, character-driven, cinematic game with a compelling storyline, and amazing graphics and gameplay, then you will not be disappointed. The Last of Us is without a doubt the best game I've ever played, and after you have experienced it, I'm sure you will feel the same way!… Expand
  48. NaughtyDawg
    Jun 19, 2013
    10
    I just finished the game and I am seriously floored, no game has made me feel the way the last of us has and I have been playing games for a long time. If you own a ps3 you must buy this game, and if you do not own a ps3, the last of us justifies the purchase of the console on its own. This game it is an emotional roller coaster that you cannot miss out on as a gamer, and I can guaranteeI just finished the game and I am seriously floored, no game has made me feel the way the last of us has and I have been playing games for a long time. If you own a ps3 you must buy this game, and if you do not own a ps3, the last of us justifies the purchase of the console on its own. This game it is an emotional roller coaster that you cannot miss out on as a gamer, and I can guarantee that you will never have an experience this vividly intoxicating and unique from any other game.… Expand
  49. blitzcomet
    Jun 19, 2013
    10
    This is one of the most emotionally engaging, intense, and graphically superior games I have ever played. Surprisingly, there are not any frame rate issues and lagging despite how...next gen it its. Scavenging actually doesn't get boring because of all the detail that is in the houses and well everything. So even if there wasn't any reason to go into the houses I still would, just to lookThis is one of the most emotionally engaging, intense, and graphically superior games I have ever played. Surprisingly, there are not any frame rate issues and lagging despite how...next gen it its. Scavenging actually doesn't get boring because of all the detail that is in the houses and well everything. So even if there wasn't any reason to go into the houses I still would, just to look at the stuff. Oh yeah the story is probably one of the best in recent gaming history. It never bored me for a second.… Expand
  50. Ybenax
    Jun 19, 2013
    10
    Un juego exente, con una trama envolvente y un gameplay interesante digno de rejugavilidad. Eso, tiene un par de bugs y hay un par de mecánicas que podrían ser refinadas, pero por lo demás el juego es casi impecable.
  51. dtl
    Jun 19, 2013
    10
    I don't usually play this kind of game. I tried Uncharted. It was fine, but it did nothing for me. My brother saw something in the trailers, and early scores, though, and got me to look into it. By the time i'd seen them, I knew I had to buy and play this game.

    The game I got was far better even than the game I thought I was buying. Though imperfect, the combat is quite good, but where    I don't usually play this kind of game. I tried Uncharted. It was fine, but it did nothing for me. My brother saw something in the trailers, and early scores, though, and got me to look into it. By the time i'd seen them, I knew I had to buy and play this game.

    The game I got was far better even than the game I thought I was buying. Though imperfect, the combat is quite good, but where the game really shines is in the interactions between Joel and Ellie. There is a lot of emotion in them, but they are pitch perfect in it. Never have I wanted to protect a character that much in my entire history of gaming, which stretches quite a ways back now. I would look back and watch her follow me not because she ever failed, or because i had to, but because I truly cared. I laughed. I smiled my head off. I even cried a few times. Yet I never felt like they were manipulating my emotions, because there was an honesty to the story. I have to bow down to the people who made this game.

    One note, this is not a relaxing game. It is engaging. it is intense. It is stressful. It is worth every second I spent playing it. It may be too early to tell how how I'll feel about it in the future, but Ii bet that in twenty years, I'll still be telling everyone how much I loved it. It is not only one of the best games to this point in history, it transcends the medium. This amazing game is what art should be, not what often passes itself off as it.    … Expand
  52. Jitalik
    Jun 20, 2013
    10
    A marvelous adventure. Lenghty, mature, brutal, touching and beautiful. It has its own pace, doesn't care about entertainment and its the first game through my 25 years as a gamer, to feel like a excellent old leather cover book. Kudos to Naughty Dog and Sony to take this bold step and deliver once more an experience "Like no other".
  53. KyleThompo
    Jun 20, 2013
    10
    I will NOT spoil this wonderful game for you, as you need to experience it yourself!

    Right from the get go, THE LAST OF US has you fully intrigued into this beautiful wasteland in which NAUGHTY DOG have done one hell of a job imagining! The way in which it opens is better than most narratives, the way it makes you feel is unlike anything I have ever felt towards a video game (or most    I will NOT spoil this wonderful game for you, as you need to experience it yourself!

    Right from the get go, THE LAST OF US has you fully intrigued into this beautiful wasteland in which NAUGHTY DOG have done one hell of a job imagining! The way in which it opens is better than most narratives, the way it makes you feel is unlike anything I have ever felt towards a video game (or most movies for that matter) in my life. One reason THE LAST OF US' narrative is unmatched by most games, is because it has a cast of brilliant actors who are extremely believable and the fantastically modeled characters that are animated perfectly that they voice.

    (This paragraph, may contain a MINOR SPOILER, skip ahead if you don't want to risk figuring out the plot from what I state here)
    There is a really strong message incorporated into THE LAST OF US. That message being, in a situation such as the post-apocalypse which is filled with crazed, infected humans that want to bite and kill you. The infected aren't the ones to fear, it is the humans! The way in which that is got across is amazingly written and a very difficult choice made easy is made because of it!

    Okay, there were a few problems on the gameplay front that will take you away from the immersion such as; the AI (from what I saw previous to its release, I thought the AI was going to be unlike any other, realistic in every way) but it does come with its buginess that sadly kind of takes away from the realistic vibe NAUGHTY DOG seemed to be going for. For example, the enemy NEVER seemed to notice Ellie, or the other allies that tagged along with Joel when they were in clear sight of them (e.g. Ellie would walk right into an enemy and would move by without been spotted) & enemies wouldn't be alerted by a body on the ground. But these problems will not make me subtract any points from what I believe is possibly the greatest game I have ever played! And besides, the bugs glitches have been made up for with some of the best and most brutal killing animations in the history of gaming (each kill seems unique from the last one) you will find yourself cringing at what you will make Joel do to these poor (but evil as hell, so its okay) survivors.

    So why do I consider it "the greatest game I have ever played". Well, I like a good story, a story that makes you feel, a story you can not stop following & a story that is simply, told well. THE LAST OF US does all of that PERFECTLY! I have never played a game with so much heart, so much character, so much, AWESOMENESS... the story in THE LAST OF US is so damn powerful and puts all of whom say games are not capable of telling stories that are worth while to shame!

    One last thing, about the genre in which THE LAST OF US is categorized into (post-apocalyptic zombie apocalypse) it has done it better than any other narrative in that genre for me! It was perfect and it ended (NO spoiler) differently to expected. And I will be remembering that prologue especially, for years to come (as it is one of the best I have seen in fiction). NOW THAT IS ONE WAY TO OPEN A STORY!

    NAUGHTY DOG have done it again folks (they are officially one of the most trustworthy developers that never seem to disappoint!)

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    PLUSES

    + The campaign lasts longer than most linear-based games on the market nowadays (at a finishing time of 14 16 hours when going through it how expected)

    + It actually gives you a bit of a challenge when you play it on the higher difficulties (I hear easy is tricky too, didn't play on it)

    + There are some surprises around every corner

    + OH, HOW THE HELL DID I ALMOST FORGET. The scoring for THE LAST OF US is one of the greatest in fiction (it compliments the fantastic story so well)

    + A popular genre that is slowly sliding down hill, REDEEMED!

    THE LAST OF US is (for me)...
    PERFECTION!
    [10/10]    … Expand
  54. Renato_Otaga
    Jun 20, 2013
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Há tempos eu procurava por um jogo que me fizesse interessar pela história apresentada, jogabilidade, gráficos, imersão, tensão, medo. Tudo isso você encontra neste jogo épico e com uma história surpreendente.

    A tensão o acompanha a cada passo e a cada esquina que você vira.
    O que me impressionou muito foi o fato do conceito ser trabalhado com um fungo parasita que existe de verdade, o ‘cordyceps unilateralis em que apenas insetos são afetados. Produtores, impressionados com a ação do tal fungo, decidiram trabalhar em cima dessa ideia, porém, em vez de insetos, humanos.

    O conceito do jogo a sobrevivência, mas a história prende a nossa atenção, deixando o jogo mais envolvente e com aquela sede de querer saber o que vai acontecer adiante!

    O protagonista da história (Joel) um dos sobreviventes do ataque de fungos causado na região do Texas. Depois da morte de sua filha Sarah, que foi alvejada por um soldado achando que ela estava com o fungo, Joel passa a viver com sua parceira em Boston numa quarentena em que militares vigiam quem entra e quem sai do local.

    Joel precisa se virar, procurando por munições e ferramentas (são muito escassas no jogo) para poder sobreviver nesse mundo frio e solitário, no qual ninguém confiável.

    Ellie uma sobrevivente de 14 anos, ela está infectada pelo fungo ‘cordyceps unilateralis’, no entanto, este não a afeta completamente. Após duas semanas que foi infectada, nada acontece, qualquer ser humano afetado pelo vírus em apenas dois dias terá o fungo espalhado completamente no corpo; muitos acham que ela imune ao vírus e pode ser a cura da praga de fungos.

    Apesar da idade, Ellie muito sábia e esperta, consegue se virar da melhor maneira possível e de uma boa ajuda ao protagonista, capaz de prover kit médico, achar munições e avisar se Joel está correndo perigo.

    O jogo apresentam diversidade em inimigos; desde humanos saqueadores a infectados de 3 estágios, deixando o clima mais tenso.

    Cenário: A ambientação possui uma diversidade entre natureza e prédios devastados, passando de um clima úmido e abandonado, para um clima seco, mas com algumas brisas que podem ser sentidas apenas de olhar os balanços das árvores, e até mesmo nas neves, dificultando a visão.

    O tempo de jogo de mais ou menos de 12 a 16 horas, dependendo de como você jogar, um tempo considerado bom, pois muitos outros jogos possuem um tempo de jogo de 6 a 10 horas.
    Escolhas no jogo estão relacionadas com diversas ocorrências, como passar por um local sem ser visto, matar um inimigo surdina ou matar de maneira brutal (essa maneira faz muito barulho e chama muita atenção, mas que bacana é!).
    A brutalidade do jogo extrema; socos, pontapés, tiros de 12 no estômago fazem com que as tripas fiquem mostra e explosões que dilaceram todo o corpo dos inimigos. Vale ressaltar que o jogo não recomendado para menores de 18 anos e quem está acostumado com jogos de criança e violência mediana não recomendável jogar nem assistir.
    Objetos como garrafas vazias e blocos de tijolo são essenciais para atordoar ou distrair os inimigos.
    A inteligência artificial está muito boa. Muitas vezes você pode capturar um inimigo como refém, caso você esteja sem bala e atirar, o inimigo escutará que você não tem mais munição e partirá ao ataque. Um ponto negativo em relação inteligência artificial seria algumas partes nas quais parece que os inimigos estão olhando para Ellie (personagem secundário), mas não a enxergam.
    O envolvimento que os saqueadores possuem entre si, capacitando um ataque coordenado e verificando cada canto do ambiente sensacional, significa que na próxima vez que você for jogar, os inimigos vão circular o ambiente de maneira diferente, já que você pode distraí-los para outros lugares com objetos espalhados pelo cenário.
    Um verdadeiro jogo de survival horror, ensinando muitas produtoras como fazer um game de survival horror com uma história empolgante, envolvente, com momentos de tensão e ação. Brilhante, envolvedor, impecável e único, descreve o jogo.
    Não toa que os principais sites de games deram nota 10, os personagens são carismáticos, gráficos belos, jogabilidade estonteante, cenários imersivos, tensão em um ambiente que você não pode contar com a ajuda de qualquer um, materiais e munições escassas tornam o jogo mais adaptativo para um cenário de survival.
    Terminei o modo Campanha no difícil em 16 horas e meia, vasculhando todos os cantos. Mesmo após essas horas jogadas, queria mais tempo, pois a história muito empolgante e dinâmica, com momentos de tensão que deixa o jogo surpreendente. No momento, estou jogando o modo Sobrevivente (que só habilitado após concluir o Campanha no difícil), em que não existe a habilidade de escuta furtiva, as munições e objetos são mais escassos que no modo anterior já citado.
    Concluo que, se no difícil o jogo nos deixa bem imersivo, imagine no Sobrevivente? Muito emocionante!
    Lembre-se:

    Faça cada bala valer a pen    … Expand
  55. hamdihamzeh
    Jun 20, 2013
    10
    i just got the last of us few days ago. trust me. it is amazing! the stories completely immerses you feeling like what it would be like when you are actually in a post apocalypse never let down i would be willing to play this game again unlike bioshock infinite i felt like i was talking to real people.

    gameplay wise it really made me jump whenever i would go into a room with a clicker i    i just got the last of us few days ago. trust me. it is amazing! the stories completely immerses you feeling like what it would be like when you are actually in a post apocalypse never let down i would be willing to play this game again unlike bioshock infinite i felt like i was talking to real people.

    gameplay wise it really made me jump whenever i would go into a room with a clicker i would get scared to death trying not to get caught and looting a whole room making sure i have all bullets which is a key element to a post apocalyptic game i hardly used my gun only for runners trying to kill me. the graphics are amazing whenever i go take a walk in a shop i would notice all the detail and how naughty dog took so much effort into making this. if you are not a gamer or not a one who enjoys survival horror this is not the game for you i seen critics giving the game a 8/10 which is completely stupid.

    the story is so good having a team and ending up with just a partner pulls you into the sorrow and devastation into what happened to these people or what will. crafting is really important element in this game, i never used building both healing kit and shivs to stealth kill a clicker. i truly love this game having guilt whenever i would pass a conversation or a cut scene with joel and ellie. these characters have such a way of bonding it us unlike any other game i have experienced. ever. ellie was bought into this cruel world where joel has not having different view points about the world around them. very sad which is really good. this game is better than uncharted. im serious i hate playing this game because whenever i do i have less time to get to the end. i wish i could just wipe out my memory and play it again. i think ellie is my favorite game partner ever. despite ellie being invisible why would you want to get caught if she was visible. i would just be walking and she would start whistling or swear at something. throw a brick at an enemy A.I. and i would kill them instantly. i did not use most of my weapons in my storage i mostly used the shotgun for clickers whenever i did not have a shiv to stab a clicker in the neck. this game is so amazing i wonder what time it took naught dog to make it because i just loved playing the game and i hope there is some story DLC coming because i just love watching the bond between joel and ellie and how they change whenever they work together. if you have not played the game i am going to say a spoiler. joel and ellie find two survivors called henry and sam. as you progress you go to their hide out at their last cut scene. sam is very upset and asks ellie about her fears when they finish and ellie goes to bed sam shows a bite on his leg. the following day ellie wakes up to get sam for breakfast and is attacked. henry shoots sam and tells joel it his fault. while joel tries to take the gun henry commits suicide and shoots himself in the head. that is a 10/10 game showing how cruel the world they live in is and how people go insane and dont know how to react. i just love playing the game no joke it is the best game i have ever played. ever. some people might not understand but you have to understand the game genre and how people react to these types of situations that is due to low scores. this is how you leave a mark on a console the playstation 3 with the upcoming playstation 4 this game is a mark of great games a masterpiece.

    i have to talk about ellie she is the best characters i have encountered in a game and how she is just used to killing infected people is just amazing i remember playing sleeping dogs and a 20 year old guy shot a man in the head and got depressed about it. some characters cant live with themselves when they kill. but thats it ellie kills for her partner joel and helps him showing their bond of not having any guilt whatsoever and just doing it for a helping hand and not reconsidering and going into devastation like other characters. ''it was either him or me'' thats what joel told ellie when joel was nearly gonna die from a murderer. knowing to keep an eye out for each other and not caring. thats why ellie is such a good character knowing their a team and always will be a team. basically ellie is the main character even on the main hardcover on the game

    the characters are what make this game so believable and real and so in depth that you can actually feel the emotion of a character and what there going through and being so interested in what there doing so simple as enjoying a view makes it a masterpiece

    the textures on the characters look like actual people. i started wishing that joel and ellie where real people because i have never seen such personality and bond is so refreshing and enjoyable. the years and effort put into this game pays off as one of the best video games ever made.

    time to wrap this up. this game is amazing truly a wonderful experience i will never forget i know that this game will be the game of the year masterpiece    … Expand
  56. Gedo
    Jun 20, 2013
    10
    From start to the ned it is quality, thank you for this masterpiece ND. Game of the year Hell no! Its the Game Of The Generation and I know that they will won the title.
  57. polesp
    Jun 20, 2013
    10
    Best Game this generation hands down, every second is just perfect. Just making this review to counteract all those butthurt Xbox only fans grow up and get both consoles or all like I did)
  58. Emendo12
    Jun 20, 2013
    10
    I beat The last of Us a while ago. It was the most amazing story in a video game I've ever seen. The game itself is amazing, and It's easily among the top 5 best games I've EVER played, and I've been playing games since 2001! It's got fantastic mechanics, a "feels" filled story, and the gameplay is fantastic.
    I spent 12.5 hours playing it in my first boot up. Second time I spent 2-3 hours    I beat The last of Us a while ago. It was the most amazing story in a video game I've ever seen. The game itself is amazing, and It's easily among the top 5 best games I've EVER played, and I've been playing games since 2001! It's got fantastic mechanics, a "feels" filled story, and the gameplay is fantastic.
    I spent 12.5 hours playing it in my first boot up. Second time I spent 2-3 hours and beat it!
    I only have 3 issues: 1.) recycled goons 2.) glitches/bugs and 3.) Multiplayer costs an extra 9.99!
    All in all, I'd give The Last of Us a 9.7/10~
    I am still deciding whether or not to buy the online pass...    … Expand
  59. igor2001
    Jun 26, 2013
    10
    I'd give this gaming experience an "11" if it were possible. I just completed this remarkable journey, and as I listened to the music as the credits rolled, the emotional, gut wrenching toll on my psyche refused to dissipate. Scenes of beauty and hope balanced the dismal, dark world Joel and Ellie sojourned. I consider myself fortunate to have played what is more than just a game.I'd give this gaming experience an "11" if it were possible. I just completed this remarkable journey, and as I listened to the music as the credits rolled, the emotional, gut wrenching toll on my psyche refused to dissipate. Scenes of beauty and hope balanced the dismal, dark world Joel and Ellie sojourned. I consider myself fortunate to have played what is more than just a game. This is an amazing venture for which words of praise can never do it justice enough.… Expand
  60. brawlertone
    Jun 20, 2013
    10
    Not only is the story top notch, but so are the actors portraying everyone. You can also find a stellar multiplayer worked into this deluxe package which will surely win game of the year. While it's certainly not perfect with AI, it's not enough to hault this massive train of a game. Easily the best game I've played all year.
  61. Aquahammer
    Jun 20, 2013
    10
    Hands down one of the best games I have ever played. One of the finest bits of storytelling I have come across in any medium. I will spare you the long review and simply urge you to play this wonderful game.
  62. amirgamer
    Jun 21, 2013
    10
    naughty dog is very good company this game is beautiful graphic and sound is very good and gameplay amazing like sony for game and naughty dog is very best game in year2013
  63. CarsonEdta
    Jun 21, 2013
    10
    Is the world worth saving? Or will we become a mirror of despair, absent of hope, trapped in hell, sucked into the wake. You have to understand the impact of what exactly this game is trying to do, Its not a zombie story (despite popular belief) because in fact the virus cordyceps doesn't kill its victims. Instead it grows around the brain, and in time completely alters the victims faceIs the world worth saving? Or will we become a mirror of despair, absent of hope, trapped in hell, sucked into the wake. You have to understand the impact of what exactly this game is trying to do, Its not a zombie story (despite popular belief) because in fact the virus cordyceps doesn't kill its victims. Instead it grows around the brain, and in time completely alters the victims face and movement. These infected are alive. Its disturbing to think about, unsettling at times. But why is this so important? Why is this game getting so much phrase?

    Take a look at naughty dog for a second, Uncharted, Jak and Daxter, these guys just don't make mature games. So how did they pull off making one of the most mature games in history? Because for every action you take in The Last of Us you remember that your characters Joel and Ellie aren't your typical protagonists. They kill, they steal, they run, they hide, and despite what we think is so horrifying, they are used to this desolated world around them, in short, they aren't normal, they are a new brand of human. An evolution of what we will become if we allow our self's to fall to darkness. The moment you have down time Joel and Ellie instantly talk casually about life and what the world used to be like. This is not a game about killing and blood, and terror. Its about sacrifice, hope, destiny. This is not a typical survival horror game, this is a compelling third person journey that once you get sucked in, you wont want the experience to come to an end.

    Well Mike that's all great but I want to play a game not watch a movie. That is the stroke of genius here, apart form being one of the best written games Ive played this generation, and one pulls some of the best performances, the games gameplay is some of the best to date. Its brutal, unforgiving, impact full, the ending will say with you for days, you'll want to play a second or third time. You'll want more, you'll want to know why naughty dog waited so long to show off there true talent. This game is a marvel, but I didn't always thing that, I wasn't convinced until I had the controller in hand, And I suggest you do the same.

    I will warn though, this game isn't for the faintest of hearts. Its violence is the most disturbing aspect, and here its done exceptionally well because it truly has meaning. The 15 to 18 hour game will teach you a lot about life if you allow it, don't limit yourself, if you are a true gamer, who likes compelling experiences stop reading the this and buy the game.

    Graphics, believe it or not uncharted 2 (at one time a fantastic looking game) is now wildly outdated, thanks mostly to this games superb art style. You'll want to reach out and touch your tv at times, each interior tells an interesting story, at times the game is at its best when you can just stop and explore the world around you.

    Sound, some uncharted call backs with weapon draws, but ultimately the sounds have just further add to the suspense. Clickers and infected in general are horrify. The entire cast is phenomenal, and the soundtrack is unbelievable.

    Story, I can say without hesitation that the real root of the story and its end will require some real thought, the game doesn't go into full detail at times, most of the story is told with strong symbolism.. so naturally many will hate it. I look for mature adult experiences, immature teens, kids, and adults for that matter will be left clueless. This game requires brains, I know, crazy right?

    Gameplay, 10. Weapons range from bricks to nail bombs, from revolvers to shotguns and all between. Which ever you chose to us, you will immediately feel the impact of each hit, each cry of pain and each blood spray. Its a small selection that never seems limited considering how each encounter feels dramatically different. You never quite know what will be around the next corner, you are constantly on edge and never unprepared, that is if you search each nook and cranny for various supply's, and you'll want too. This precision and attention to detail are unmatched. This flaws are easy to overlook, considering it is so much better than what has been passing as a new $60 release in recent years.

    Its flaws, I hate the idea of giving a game a 10. No game is perfect. The last of us suffers from A.I. problems here and there, and at launch I was hit will and autosave bug which made me lose my first two hours of progress. This bug has been fixed, but whats important to note, even after all that, the game was so beyond what I had imagined, it didn't even bother me. I hope every developer takes something away from this game. This is the true future of games, I have no doubt in my mind.

    If you liked these games, you'll love The Last of Us.

    Alan Wake 9/10
    Uncharted (whole series) 8/10
    Tomb Raider (New) 7/10
    Red Dead Redemption 9/10    … Expand
  64. flo720
    Jun 21, 2013
    10
    this game is purely perfect:
    -extreme graphics with almost no jagging
    -awesome and touching story
    -long campaign
    -challenging and strategic multiplayer
  65. Shilefin
    Jun 21, 2013
    10
    A true gem of console gaming. This is a game that, while focusing heavy on the emotional side of the story, does not give up its gameplay or any other aspect of what makes up a game for that matter. It is a complete package. Naughty Dog gives us a magnificent story with great characters and dialog, that at the same time isn't just trying to get through the gameplay sections to get toA true gem of console gaming. This is a game that, while focusing heavy on the emotional side of the story, does not give up its gameplay or any other aspect of what makes up a game for that matter. It is a complete package. Naughty Dog gives us a magnificent story with great characters and dialog, that at the same time isn't just trying to get through the gameplay sections to get to another cutscene. The game offers quite hard at times but well-made and rewarding sneaking and fighting mechanics that while holding their own merit also help to make this game's story as engaging as it is. The art style, dark at times, but also making room for happiness engulfs the entire game, leaving us with a great experience once it ends. And to top it off, our journey is accompanied by a marvelous soundtrack by Gustavo Santaolalla, which suites the game perfectly. Worth every dollar.… Expand
  66. Crimson_Beaver
    Jun 21, 2013
    10
    Beautiful story great gameplay literally masterpiece Totally worth every dollar. Naughty Dog did a great job letting me get addicted to the game after 20 minutes. The team totally gained 10 out of 10.
  67. ChaosBreakGamer
    Jun 21, 2013
    10
    1st of all i would like to say immediately that because this game is by naughty dog it is somewhat linear. But the game does an amazing job in rewarding you the player for exploring every corner of the levels by giving you a lot of materials and ammo which are very rear ingredients within the world of the last of us. The environments in the game are simply Breathtaking and story deep and1st of all i would like to say immediately that because this game is by naughty dog it is somewhat linear. But the game does an amazing job in rewarding you the player for exploring every corner of the levels by giving you a lot of materials and ammo which are very rear ingredients within the world of the last of us. The environments in the game are simply Breathtaking and story deep and intense. the story is engaging and it became the game that brought me closest to tears in the start. Combat was intense and fluid with many ways to apply your items in it, as for ammo it is rear so it is not a game where you can 'run and gun' it is a game with remarkable and challenging A.I and simple to use yet deep mechanics. the game applies stealth very well and allows you to craft items with realistic strength, use and durability. the length is decent about 15 hours long and there is an even harder mode called 'survival' unlocked once you finished 1 play through, and the game has good replay value duo to the many ways of finishing various levels and there are mechanics such as the 'listening' ability that allows you to see enemies through walls and the crafting mechanic which is pretty self explanatory. this game is a definite triple A budget and it shows. the game may not be the best game out there but if you own PS3 you owe it to yourself to buy this game because it is an unmissable experience, it has everything somebody like me wants in a game, good and fluid combat in which different enemies require diverse tactics that make you think before engaging in combat, a meaningful story with a satisfying conclusion and beautiful environments. this game is the whole package.… Expand
  68. ninoekk
    Jun 21, 2013
    10
    sencillamente espectacular, es una obra maestra que hay que jugar si o si!!! los graficos, la historia, todoooo esta muy bien hecho. lo mejor que ha sacado ps3!!!
  69. TheEnder
    Jun 21, 2013
    10
    This is simply one of the greatest games that I have ever played. Amazing stealth combat and creepy dark areas to beautiful forests will draw you right in. The Last of us also brings in a well written story that will draw you in until you have to see it through to the end
  70. Frazzcards
    Jun 21, 2013
    10
    Naughty Dog has done it again! The Last of Us is a story untold before, gruesome, suspense filled, and never failing to leave the "what if" factor of this infectious world and leaving surprise after surprise around each corner. Ellie, voiced by Ashley Johnson, personifies how people adapt to survive and how this world shows the need to change and grow up quickly. Joel, voiced by TroyNaughty Dog has done it again! The Last of Us is a story untold before, gruesome, suspense filled, and never failing to leave the "what if" factor of this infectious world and leaving surprise after surprise around each corner. Ellie, voiced by Ashley Johnson, personifies how people adapt to survive and how this world shows the need to change and grow up quickly. Joel, voiced by Troy Baker, also serves as an image on the necessary and harsh changes that the human race uses to overcome their weaknesses. The Last of us is unmatched in every way and is already a pronounced frontrunner for Game of The Year. It took me on an emotional journey that was challenging engaging and left me honestly awestruck that a video game could be this good. Among the best games I've ever played and ,along with the uncharted series, Solidifying a place as one of my favorite games. Naughty Dog has done it again. 10/10… Expand
  71. neoamon
    Jun 21, 2013
    10
    If I have to sum up what I feel about this game in one word then I'll say Engrossing.
    You can set thro the 17 hours campaign without noticing the time pacing by.
  72. IlIPanic
    Jun 21, 2013
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. One of the best games I have ever played!Just brilliant!!!Naughty dogs really know how to create perfect game!No I can't even imagine what they are gonna do on PS4!… Expand
  73. TriadFish
    Jun 21, 2013
    10
    This game has the Atmosphere and diversity of "Half-Life 2", the graphics of "Crysis", the story of "FF 7" and the value of "Ocarina of Time". This isnt just the best game and best looking game of this console generation, it is one of the best games ever made. If you own a PS3 and dont play this game, you only use it for watching BluRays.
  74. rockstarrooney
    Jun 21, 2013
    10
    This game has all the elements of greatness. It has excellent combat system, real-time healing and crafting, great dialogue and an awesome story. The relationship between Joel and Ellie is what makes this game stand above the rest. I don't see how this game is over-rated. It is in a league of its own. There are a few instance that may feel like Uncharted, but ammo is scarce and using yourThis game has all the elements of greatness. It has excellent combat system, real-time healing and crafting, great dialogue and an awesome story. The relationship between Joel and Ellie is what makes this game stand above the rest. I don't see how this game is over-rated. It is in a league of its own. There are a few instance that may feel like Uncharted, but ammo is scarce and using your instincts is crucial. The graphics are great and have great detail a you travel across the United States. The game has it's tense moments when you venture through dark and abandoned homes and buildings. Looking for supplies or a way out from the infected. Over-all the game is by far the best exclusive for the PS3. Highly recommended.… Expand
  75. McG
    Jun 21, 2013
    10
    Amazing game, pure perfection yet again from Naughty Dog. Looking at other reviews here you can tell they either haven't played the game or are Xbox fanboys... meh.
  76. legabitloose
    Jun 23, 2013
    10
    The only thing I can really say about The Last of Us is that its something, as a gamer, your gonna want to experience. It has no Uncharted esc moments of epic superhero fun. In fact in this game you can't really say that you are playing as "heroes" and the people you are brutally killing, aren't always bad guys. Its the sort of game that sends chills up your back and keeps you up at nightThe only thing I can really say about The Last of Us is that its something, as a gamer, your gonna want to experience. It has no Uncharted esc moments of epic superhero fun. In fact in this game you can't really say that you are playing as "heroes" and the people you are brutally killing, aren't always bad guys. Its the sort of game that sends chills up your back and keeps you up at night after you finish it. I can't recommend this enough to lovers of good games or good stories. Not only is this a definitive system seller for the Playstation is cements Naughty Dog as a system seller themselves. After seeing this sort of game I don't need to have an announcement or knowledge of what NG will bring to the PS4. Just knowing that they're gonna keep making games is enough to make me fork out my cash and put my faith in Playstation.… Expand
  77. Masterpatrick11
    Jun 21, 2013
    10
    Amazing game you should get its beautiful everything is perfect love you naught dog! It is worth the money geat for a special gift to! Also best graphics for ps3 by far.
  78. RRGreiner
    Jun 21, 2013
    10
    There is a lot to be said about narrative. When it comes to games it is often easy to forget story and substitute exciting set pieces and flashy graphics. It is easy to allow a player to roam freely around a huge world and do whatever they please in lieu of any true structure. It is easy to grant creative freedom and remove all vestiges of a coherent tale. But what are you left with?There is a lot to be said about narrative. When it comes to games it is often easy to forget story and substitute exciting set pieces and flashy graphics. It is easy to allow a player to roam freely around a huge world and do whatever they please in lieu of any true structure. It is easy to grant creative freedom and remove all vestiges of a coherent tale. But what are you left with?

    There has been some degree of debate as to whether or not video games are art. While most of the debate has been based in the visual representation of art, the narrative has been mentioned more than once. Games have become more mature as the industry has grown and, as a result, have become far more than child like distractions. They have become art.
    In the same way that the visual beauty of a painting or photograph can grab the observer, so can the incredible beauty of a digital, interactive landscape. Just as one can become lost in the art of prose from the likes of Hemmingway, Shakesphere, King, or Clancy, so can one lose themselves in an interactive narrative. Just like the combination of the visual and the narrative can captivate the imagination with film, so can the interactive cinematic experience. Video games, in some cases, are art. Period.

    The Last of Us is art.

    Let me begin the review proper by saying that The Last of Us is NOT perfect. It has flaws and I will point them out, but go into this knowing that even with flaws it gets a perfect score. So I give the final score ahead of the review for this one, 10.

    Ok, now, onto the review.

    From the very start of The Last of Us we are thrust into a world that is completely believable. The attention to detail the developers placed on this title is obvious and appreciated. Things look, sound, and feel believable and immersion is achieved easily. Joel (our 'hero') is a man with a life. He is clearly a good and simple sort of guy and his life looks to be the same balance of great and terrible that makes real life what it is. Then it is torn away from him. Tragically, torn away.

    From then on the familiar is gone. The Joel we see next is a different man. Changed by the past XX years of living in what is left of society. Altered by his experiences in this horrid new world and yet still, there is a hint of the former Joel just under the surface. It is this version of Joel that we take control of, and really get to know.

    As Joel and Ellie make their way across America they run into all sorts of challenges. Some are of a physical nature, others moral. What really echoes, however, is the personal journey each takes, alone and together. The narrative is where it is at here, not the excellent gameplay, not the remarkable visuals, the story. But more on that later...

    The gameplay in The Last of Us is nothing new in gaming. A third person camera and dual stick movement set the basic controls in familiar territory. L1 aims, R1 fires when aiming or reloads when not aiming. L2 sprints and R2 switches shoulders when aiming and enters into a sort of listening mode when not aiming. X is contextual, square melee attacks, O enters and exits sneak and triangle is another contextual button. The D-pad is assigned to inventory and weapon selection.

    Movement and aiming are easy enough and combat feels as brutal and satisfying as one might expect from the trailers. The variety of weapons available is good and there seems to be something for every situation. The enemies are not as varied as in other games but they are perfectly suited for the the story. They also require some thought when engaging as death comes quick and easy in this world.

    The only real flaws I can point out come in the form of difficulty spikes. Right when ammunition is critically low you will find yourself in situations that require a lot of it. While this is not done intentionally, the game can become frustratingly difficult. Until you think it out. In EVERY situation where I became stuck I found my solution by rethinking the encounter. For example a room that you have to defend for a certain amount of time will seem terribly difficult and then suddenly you realize that you can set up in a spot and eliminate a good number of baddies from a safe distance and then use your big stuff on the few tough baddies. The game is full of moments like this which works both for and against it at times.

    Exploration of each environment of a joy thanks to some of the best visuals this generation of gaming has seen and some of them best level design as well. Each level feels less like a path (though they very much are) and more like a way through. The way in which you traverse these areas is also well planned and thought out and seeing how Ellie and Joel aid one another through the world is a, thankfully, fluid experience and rarely if ever seems gimmicky or intrusive.

    All the best gameplay and graphical splendor means little without a solid story, and as I have mentioned, The Last of Us delivers. The story is the entire focus of the game and is kept going by a few clever ways. First of all the gameplay does a wonderful job of serving the story for the most part, managing to stay in context to the story and avoid feeling like just a game most of the time. Secondly the game gives you the opportunity to engage in optional conversations that also help to drive the personal narrative further. Lastly the game seems to revel in it's own story. It really knows that it is telling the story of these people and the journey they undertake and maintains a focus on that story.

    It is not often that I feel emotional attachments to game characters. Regardless of how they may try most characters fail to feel real to me. They are perfectly good at serving their purpose, but that is all. Joel and Ellie are more. Elizabeth in Bioshock Infinite impressed me with how well she did things on her own and Ellie is just as impressive and I really cared about what happened to her.
    I felt the pain they endured and enjoyed the moments of levity they shared (want to hear a joke). I was afraid for them and elated for them. In short, I felt an emotional connection with them. It helped that they seemed like real people. In look action, motivation, emotion, even just the way they move. Very convincing.

    Listening to the way they speak to each other and what they say makes the relationship between Ellie and Joel one that is not only interesting, it is fascinating and there is a very real sense of history and possibility that exists below the surface. Ellie asks Joel questions about what the world was like before and he avoids them or answers them. Ellie says and does things in a very mature way most of the time, but still has moments of pure child-like wonder.

    All in all The Last of Us is a game that plays like an interactive story. There are a few gameplay elements I didnt mention, like an upgrade system for skills and weapons, and a crafting system, that are present but really I just wanted to focus on what makes this game a 10. Sure, everything has to work well but that is the point. It does. Everything works like a game should AND has a story that I would love to read as a novel or comic series, or see as a movie. Its an excellent game wrapped around a superb story.

    10/10    … Expand
  79. yazanalramlawi
    Jun 21, 2013
    10
    one of the most amazing games I've ever played.... the only down side is that the game has to end eventually...characters cast and graphics are amazing.
  80. koachy92
    Jun 22, 2013
    10
    The story telling of Naughty Dog has always been on par or better with their productions in the past, be it Crash Bandicoot, Jak and Daxter, and especially Uncharted, they always illustrated their characters actions and dialog to match the character in question and appeal to the audience they are trying to engage. In The Last of Us they hold true to that sentiment and take it to anThe story telling of Naughty Dog has always been on par or better with their productions in the past, be it Crash Bandicoot, Jak and Daxter, and especially Uncharted, they always illustrated their characters actions and dialog to match the character in question and appeal to the audience they are trying to engage. In The Last of Us they hold true to that sentiment and take it to an unbelievable level of storytelling genius, getting you emotionally attached to every character they portray which adds to the immersion process the game conveys. There is something that sets this game apart and on a different level from even the Uncharted series. The pure emotion set into each character, and the dialog used by the writers makes for a storytelling extravaganza. It took at least an hour or two for me to get connected with Drake, but Joel and all his companions that you fight with and escort immediately show a sense of realism in emotion and dialog in contrast to the landscape and feel of the game play that let you get emotionally attached to them right when said character is introduced. I believe Naughty Dog only intends on getting better with each IP they release. The experiences they give us are some of the best I've ever encountered while playing video games. I know my critique doesn't matter, but nonetheless I give The Last of Us 10/10.… Expand
  81. Sithboy22
    Jun 24, 2013
    10
    Some idiot by the name of Dog4life reviewed this game on here and gave it a 1 but then proceeded to admit that it was indeed a great game!( which it is, one of the best A gaming experience like this only comes along once in a blue moon and should def not be missed. Bring on the inevitable sequel!
  82. SomeRandomGamr
    Jun 22, 2013
    10
    Not only does this game incorporate just-under-perfect graphical properties but the story line adds new ideas to a survival environment. Naughty Dog (the developers of the Uncharted series) have outdone themselves in what is to be one of the greatest games of 2013. Although the game may have "a massive game breaking bug" (Anonymous Rater), it does not affect the overall experience thatNot only does this game incorporate just-under-perfect graphical properties but the story line adds new ideas to a survival environment. Naughty Dog (the developers of the Uncharted series) have outdone themselves in what is to be one of the greatest games of 2013. Although the game may have "a massive game breaking bug" (Anonymous Rater), it does not affect the overall experience that you get in a game like this. If I haven't convinced you to buy this game, let me hit you with this: This game is spectacular and provides a great gaming experience. (The only reason I did not put actual game examples is because they may have spoiled the actual game, and no-one likes that).… Expand
  83. D-macdaddy
    Jun 22, 2013
    10
    The critics of this game will point to the fact that it is a zombie game in a world over-saturated in zombie games/movies/tv. But this game is so much more than a generic zombie apocalypse. The incredible narrative not only demands emotional attachment to various characters throughout the game, but so accurately depicts the collapse of human morals when faced with a collapsed society. MostThe critics of this game will point to the fact that it is a zombie game in a world over-saturated in zombie games/movies/tv. But this game is so much more than a generic zombie apocalypse. The incredible narrative not only demands emotional attachment to various characters throughout the game, but so accurately depicts the collapse of human morals when faced with a collapsed society. Most first person shooters get stale fairly quickly with repetitive gameplay and needless killing, but The Last of Us stays surprisingly fresh throughout the entirety of the game. It is not a happy story, nevertheless I have never been so fully immersed into a game. It might not be the most fun game I have ever played, but it is without a doubt the best game I have ever played.… Expand
  84. balls
    Jun 22, 2013
    10
    A true masterpiece. The story, the characters, the gameplay, all mindblowing good. It's what every game should be like. The thing that stood out the most were the fight scenes. They are cinematic, challenging, and yet give the player a lot of choice unlike the generic shooters of today.

    Last of Us is hands down the greatest PS3 game ever made and dare I say the best game of this    A true masterpiece. The story, the characters, the gameplay, all mindblowing good. It's what every game should be like. The thing that stood out the most were the fight scenes. They are cinematic, challenging, and yet give the player a lot of choice unlike the generic shooters of today.

    Last of Us is hands down the greatest PS3 game ever made and dare I say the best game of this generation. If you haven't already done so, BUY THIS GAME.    … Expand
  85. Ghost_Rider
    Jun 22, 2013
    10
    From the trailer, I thought it looked very appealing. I was not disappointed. However, after I started playing, the game pulled me in and did not let go until the very end. Every aspect of the game was made either flawless or mighty close to it. AI and the combat system were extremely realistic, while still fun and challenging at the same time. However, the main gem of this masterpiece isFrom the trailer, I thought it looked very appealing. I was not disappointed. However, after I started playing, the game pulled me in and did not let go until the very end. Every aspect of the game was made either flawless or mighty close to it. AI and the combat system were extremely realistic, while still fun and challenging at the same time. However, the main gem of this masterpiece is the story. It's not often you can play with so much emotional connection between the player and the characters. After one finishes the game, you're left with a great feeling and many thoughts, almost like after reading a really good novel. As for me, it took around 3 more days to really process the plot. There's so much depth, it really pulls the player in. The next comes the sound. It was beautifully made and used through out the entire game, and really completes the experience. This game earned a sincere place along with my all time favourites, next to Half Life series. If I would, I would give 20 out of 10, as the game really moved me, and it doesn't happen often. If you own a PS3, I believe it's a crime not to try it out.

    P.S. Specifically tried not to give any plot details away.    … Expand
  86. Bygvraa
    Jun 22, 2013
    10
    The only thing you need to know about this game, is that this game is not like any other game.
    Because this game, will most definitely become one of the best games you will ever play.
  87. Ravilinator
    Jul 2, 2013
    10
    Aside from a sometimes wonky AI and a little too much ladder climbing, the flaws are totally compensated for by everything the game does right. Many good games I've played either have better story than gameplay or vice versa but The Last of Us excels at both. I would recommend this game for anyone.
  88. TurnUpTheSun
    Jun 22, 2013
    10
    The Last of Us. Truly an epic game. The two characters Joel and Ellie are very memorable and just has an impact on you that not just any game can replicate. Everything in the game is amazing. Characters, graphics, atmosphere, and the thing i like about it is that it provides you situations that can actually make you feel like your right there next to them and you gotta do something.The Last of Us. Truly an epic game. The two characters Joel and Ellie are very memorable and just has an impact on you that not just any game can replicate. Everything in the game is amazing. Characters, graphics, atmosphere, and the thing i like about it is that it provides you situations that can actually make you feel like your right there next to them and you gotta do something. Definitely a good game.The only thing that i can say is bad about this game is that certain times you can rage quit a lot. I thought that this game was going to be like another 'Dead Island' or games related to it. I definitely was proven wrong. Truly remarkable game.… Expand
  89. federico1987
    Jun 22, 2013
    10
    This game is a rarity, one you won't want to end. This is my personal standard as to whether or not a game is 'good.' You will contemplate the characters and the events of the game after the game has indeed ended, Further proof it is 'good,' it continually forces upon you a suspension of disbelief; and this speaks to its realism in that you will use it a comparison to real lifeThis game is a rarity, one you won't want to end. This is my personal standard as to whether or not a game is 'good.' You will contemplate the characters and the events of the game after the game has indeed ended, Further proof it is 'good,' it continually forces upon you a suspension of disbelief; and this speaks to its realism in that you will use it a comparison to real life possibility. Mario does not have this effect, therefor it doesn't transcend being a video game, like the Last of Us, which is more accurately described as a great entertainment experience. It melds the positives of more narrative-based entertainment mediums with a form of active entertainment, a video game, allowing for further immersion and involvement than a passive form of entertainment, like a good book, even.

    speaking to the games characteristics, you have freckles/scars/moles, but probably would prefer to focus on your redeeming qualities out of respect. i acknowledge nothing is perfect, this game included. i still rated it a 10 because it is a powerhouse of effort. this was a human creation that came from a place of love, real work and effort are evident through and through.

    - Looting is absolutely rewarding and thrilling, given the scant amount of resources. this blends an organic expository supporting detail throughout the game with a sensible and Rewarding gameplay mechanic.

    - the notes and diaries are emotionally evocative. and here's the kicker; you'll kill some clickers and runners, then look around at the disheveled space you're in. you'll read a note and feel sad for those who died, then feel doubly sad when you realize the victims weren't always spirited away, but sometimes they were the very same clicker or runner you killed.

    - the somber tone of the game was intended, and was quite successfully established and maintained, meaning the narrative hit the mark perfectly. life is not always happy, even without a mushroom apocalypse. certain moments offer a reprieve however, showing hope, in any circumstances, just like in real life. it can't rain all the time, as they say.

    - listen mode should be turned off. plain and simple. you'll feel real tension not knowing what (if anything) is in the next room.

    - the game is wonderful to look at. the world, despite all the death, lives and breathes, you want to explore it all and see what there is to see, this graphical fidelity lends to the immersion and the feeling of "i want more time with this game, to see all the pretty stuff!"

    - the characters seem real, they are not perfect heroes, at times you might find Ellie annoying, but this IS a fourteen year old child, maybe it just shows i'm getting old that i found her humming music and making guitar noises annoying in the midst of humanity's fall and vicious monster attacks. Joel is a man and like any man he feels the weight of the world on his shoulders, except for joel, it's not just HIS world, but actually all of mankind's world in fact resting upon him. supporting characters are amazingly fleshed out and developed. to avoid spoilers i'll say no more.

    - the melee system is fantastic. like many other things, for instance: joel falling through a bus *NOT REALLY A SPOILER* some gameplay aspects/scenarios seem like repurposed assets from an Uncharted game, but this is fine since the lost world jurassic park did this trick first, and Naughty Dog errs on the side of realism with their set pieces; it seems perfectly acceptable). it actually adds to the charm; this FEELS and BREATHES like a naughty dog game; much like you can tell a song is by a certain band from the sound of the guitar sometimes.

    - this feels like a game naughty dog has really wanted to make, what with the uncharacteristic 'not-zombie' ending portion of uncharted, dilapidation, generators being turned on, freakish monsters that go bump in the night, they've shown their capability in the horror aspect before but many sleep on it.

    - the looting in this game seems to take the looting from fallout into consideration, except now we have a reason to pick up a pair of scissors from someone's cupboard other than to over-encumber ourselves accidentally.

    - the violence is not fairly complained about, when the grisly death animation sequences are no worse than those in dead space.

    - this game is amazing and 5000 characters would not be enough to accurately convey that, it would take about 16 hours to do that (so go play the game, on hard, no listen mode!! and remember ammo is precious, just like this absolute gem of a game.

    my favorite games of all time are Super Metroid, Demon's Souls, and THIS, The Last of Us.

    10/10 bricks to the face

    and 5/5 smashed 2 x 4's to the head

    Game of the Generation easily, red dead's characters felt like characters, not people IN COMPARISON TO THE LAST OF US.

    **** amazing, i'll stop typing now. and by the way multiplayer is a blast    … Expand
  90. JordReimer
    Jun 29, 2013
    10
    Step 1: Stop reading reviews of Metacritic

    Step 2: Go to your local game store and purchase Last of Us.

    Step 3: Play.

    Yes, it's that good. One of the best single player games I have ever played. Period.
  91. rydenshep
    Jun 22, 2013
    10
    The Last of Us is by far, to date, the greatest story NaughtyDog has ever written. A game that truly connects you to the characters in a way you've never been connected before. A game which, if you are either a mother, father, or have a child you love, will you make you weak in the heart and tearful in the first twenty minutes. The relationship between Joel and Ellie is one of the greatestThe Last of Us is by far, to date, the greatest story NaughtyDog has ever written. A game that truly connects you to the characters in a way you've never been connected before. A game which, if you are either a mother, father, or have a child you love, will you make you weak in the heart and tearful in the first twenty minutes. The relationship between Joel and Ellie is one of the greatest in the gaming world. How you seem them bond together; Ellie never seeing the outside world, and Joel living through twenty years of it.. How different they are and how similar they are, as well. The relationship of these two characters makes the game worth playing alone.… Expand
  92. Metaprox
    Jun 23, 2013
    10
    LOVED IT!!! This was more like an interactive movie than any other game I've played. Story was awesome, gameplay was enjoyable, infected were creepy, humans were realistic, emotionally invested in characters, great voice acting, beautiful graphics... I could go on and on. It's been awhile since I've been this excited and engrossed in this type of game. Can't wait to see what you do on theLOVED IT!!! This was more like an interactive movie than any other game I've played. Story was awesome, gameplay was enjoyable, infected were creepy, humans were realistic, emotionally invested in characters, great voice acting, beautiful graphics... I could go on and on. It's been awhile since I've been this excited and engrossed in this type of game. Can't wait to see what you do on the PS4 when you do a sequel! Great job!… Expand
  93. MrSniffles
    Jun 23, 2013
    10
    Do yourself a favor and get your hands on this title. The execution is incredible, and the story will grab you within a few minutes. From the confused and sad-stated Joel, to Ellie's emotional impact and witty remarks, you'll be completely amazed and absorbed in what every character has to say. I've played all the big titles this gen, and I have to say this game wins over them all- it'sDo yourself a favor and get your hands on this title. The execution is incredible, and the story will grab you within a few minutes. From the confused and sad-stated Joel, to Ellie's emotional impact and witty remarks, you'll be completely amazed and absorbed in what every character has to say. I've played all the big titles this gen, and I have to say this game wins over them all- it's that astounding. Brilliant writing; brilliant everything.… Expand
  94. JpaxxX
    Jun 23, 2013
    10
    A real masterpiece; the story telling is so mature and breath-taking. I am glad i have bought this piece of art because i would have miss one of the best games ever made (and in the top 3 of this generation). Sony spoils its customers so well; Sony (and Naughty dogs here) are giving the PS3 the final it deserves (there's still "Beyond two souls", an other exclusive, to be released) andA real masterpiece; the story telling is so mature and breath-taking. I am glad i have bought this piece of art because i would have miss one of the best games ever made (and in the top 3 of this generation). Sony spoils its customers so well; Sony (and Naughty dogs here) are giving the PS3 the final it deserves (there's still "Beyond two souls", an other exclusive, to be released) and make us have an early glimpse of what the PS4 will offer us; and we are glad to be on this wonderful trip. Thanks so much for all of this.… Expand
  95. JoelsXEllie
    Jun 23, 2013
    10
    Buy this now!!!-Broskii's Gaming

    Changed my life!!!-Uncle Ben

    I believe in Joel and Ellie!!!-Clark Kent

    I'm Batman!!!-Matt Damon

    This is not a bear!!!-Ghosts
  96. manjuananth
    Jun 23, 2013
    10
    Really awesome game!! Perfect voice acting and story.Really awesome combat and melee. The story never fell short and I was leaning on the edge of my couch. If you have a ps3 you should buy this game
  97. mavsfan41
    Jun 23, 2013
    10
    Please hear me out before writing me off as a PlayStation fanboy touting naughty dogs greatness. The last of us is absolutely one of the best video games ever created. Even If you totally disregard the dynamic and exciting gameplay, just being able to watch Joel and Ellie warrants your $60 purchase. I finished the game about a week ago and I still think about the ending all the time. ItPlease hear me out before writing me off as a PlayStation fanboy touting naughty dogs greatness. The last of us is absolutely one of the best video games ever created. Even If you totally disregard the dynamic and exciting gameplay, just being able to watch Joel and Ellie warrants your $60 purchase. I finished the game about a week ago and I still think about the ending all the time. It brings you back to the brilliant title of the game and what it entails. The visuals are easily the best I've ever seen, the soundtrack and sound design seems perfect, and the pacing and storytelling have a huge impact on you. Please do yourself a favor and buy this game. Lastly, please think about the ending once you've seen it rather than complain and you might learn a little about yourself, which is a tremendous accomplishment for a video game.… Expand
  98. SeaOtter
    Jun 23, 2013
    10
    Okay so I'm going to give my honest review of this game.

    First let's get all the bad things out of the way. There are a bunch of bugs in this game. From disappearing corpses, to dialogue not having sound( This happens rarely and is probably just my blueray giving problems, althoug it's just a week old ps3.). The enemy AI supposedly doesn't notice your companions since then they'd give    Okay so I'm going to give my honest review of this game.

    First let's get all the bad things out of the way. There are a bunch of bugs in this game. From disappearing corpses, to dialogue not having sound( This happens rarely and is probably just my blueray giving problems, althoug it's just a week old ps3.). The enemy AI supposedly doesn't notice your companions since then they'd give your position away too often. This is supposedly how they developed it and is not a bug. Really? Okay, I guess that isn't a bug, just programming then. Because your companion AI is literally dumb as a brick. Here's an example of my first playthrough.

    I was sneaking past a few clickers in a graveyard, I was tensed the out because a clicker jumping you meant insta-death. So sneakily sneaked towards a clicker's back and wouldn't you know it, old Bill came stomping his feet so hard, running right in a circle around the fore-mentioned clicker, just to hide in plain sight-next to the clicker. My windows almost broke from the intense amount of sound he was producing. I have to admit, my heart stopped because this is the first time it happened and at least the clicker didn't notice him. (It will happen again don't you worry.) I gathered my strength and proceeded towards the clicker to slash it's throat. But unfortunately for me, Joel's crotch produced friction in his underpants and alerted the clicker to his presence. Killing him instantly.

    Something like that really breaks the immersion.

    Another thing that really irked me was the spawning in of enemies. I found myself in a very emotional part of the game and decided not to induce a firefight. I went in all ninja like and strangled every single last one of the bastards. Just to have five more guys spawn from out of nowhere, when they start surrounding me and move towards my position. They literally force you in to a firefight. At least this doesn't always happen and for the most part you can just sneak past everyone.

    Now there are a bunch of small bugs in the game, which I think should be easily fixable with a patch or two. But for the most part, they're all minor and never really impact the game in a complete and utter negative way. In all honesty, the companion AI isn't even that big of a deal as I made it out to be, at least they don't alert the enemy right? That would've sucked balls.

    Multiplayer has it's fair share of problems as well. Okay, actually I just encountered one. But I'm sure there are more bugs. I joined a game just to have my camera placed at a static location. It wasn't following my character, it was just stuck at the intro of the match. The only fix I had for this was to aim for the whole duration of the match, that's the only way I got the camera to follow my character. (Which I didn't do for an entire match, since it's annoying. I just joined another game.)

    Now for the good things. Now, let's start from the beginning.
    The intro was brilliantly done, I won't say what happened, just that it's like getting punched in the nads. My eyes were all watery. You know a game's going to blow you away once it does that. But right after the whole intro sequence, I found the beginning section of the game to be rather, underwhelming. Don't get me wrong. The atmosphere was drawing me in, the dialogue was well written, the voice acting top notch and the graphics were phenomenal. Something was just missing. *Que uplifting music* Then comes Ellie, there to brighten your day in this depressing pale world. The relationship between Joel and Ellie will have you emotionally attached to these characters in no time. You'll cry, you'll laugh, you'll get angry, then you'll cry some more. The story, I will admit is cliche to a degree. Most of it's idea's has been used before, but it feels right. It's been revamped and maybe made even better. Can't go in to too much detail, I don't want to spoil anything of course.

    The atmosphere rakes you in to the world. The sound makes you feel like you're really there. If you hit someone with a blunt object, you can actually hear how hard that thing hits. Guns sound like they pack a punch. Music ques at the right times. The world Naughty Dog has crafted is something you can literally gawk at for hours. It's that beautiful. I found myself staring at the environment more than actually playing the game. The cut-scenes portray character emotions on a whole new level. Okay so my character limit is almost up.

    Just to recap.
    The BAD:
    Disappearing corpses.
    Glitching AI
    Glitching camera in multiplayer

    The GOOD.
    Beautiful soundtrack.
    Sounds are realistic.
    Story is brilliant.
    Voice acting is superb.
    Replay value.
    Enemy AI is smart.
    Graphics.
    Atmosphere.    … Expand
  99. GameFan365
    Jun 23, 2013
    10
    Brutal, exhausting, savage and absolutely wonderful. These are just a few of the emotions I felt while playing through Naughty Dog's PS3 masterpiece: The Last Of Us. The developers that brought us the Uncharted franchise have shifted their creative focus from the "Summer-Blockbuster" style of adventure game, instead bringing us a dark, grisly and very humanistic tale of loss and survival.Brutal, exhausting, savage and absolutely wonderful. These are just a few of the emotions I felt while playing through Naughty Dog's PS3 masterpiece: The Last Of Us. The developers that brought us the Uncharted franchise have shifted their creative focus from the "Summer-Blockbuster" style of adventure game, instead bringing us a dark, grisly and very humanistic tale of loss and survival. In the process of this the minds at Naughty Dog may have created a new benchmark in the world of interactive entertainment.

    Read my full review at www.GameFan365.com    … Expand
  100. Jackrushante
    Jun 23, 2013
    10
    From the First to the last minute, this game is just unbelievably good.. 20 Hours to complete it, of course i did a lot of exploration and every time i encountered enemies, i tried to do a perfect stealth action, to go through..
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95

Universal acclaim - based on 98 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 97 out of 98
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 98
  3. Negative: 0 out of 98
  1. GamingXP
    Sep 16, 2013
    97
    Flawless in its ambition and almost perfect in its execution. A brave and remarkable game quite unlike any other.
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  2. Level7.nu
    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.
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  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]
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