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The Last of Us

The Last of Us is a 2013 game set in post-apocalyptic America. Players will take up the role of Joel, a smuggler, as he attempts to help a teenage girl named Ellie cross the country. The two must avoid mutated cannibals and other dangers in their adventure.

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Franchise:
The Last of Us
Platform:
PS3, PS4
Released:
June 14, 2013
Developer:
Naughty Dog
Publisher:
Sony
Genre:
Action, Adventure
Multiplayer:
Online Multiplayer
Engine:
Proprietary (overall), Havok (physics)
ESRB:
M for Mature: Blood and Gore, Intense Violence, Sexual Themes, Strong Language
Expansions:
The Last of Us: Left Behind
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Rumors Surrounding PlayStation's Showcase Point Toward a Specific Outcome

PlayStation's recent showcase was a bit of a mixed bag, and according to some rumors, that could pave the way for an obvious outcome later this year.

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The Last of Us' Multiplayer Game Might Be in the Same Boat as Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League

Naughty Dog may have seen the writing on the wall with the reception to Rocksteady's big reveal, opting to save face and reassess priorities.

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HBO's The Last of Us Has the Perfect Blueprint to Adapt The Last of Us Part 2

HBO's The Last of Us TV show was a success, and it already has the perfect way to adapt The Last of Us Part 2 to appeal more to all audiences.

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HBO's The Last of Us is Setting Up Ellie's Journey in Part 2 Better Than the Games

HBO's The Last of Us was able to subtly weave in hints to Ellie's violent future, hopefully leading to better fan reception than when Part 2 released.

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The Last of Us' Multiplayer Spin-Off and Deviation's Games Hint at a Worrying Trend for PlayStation

Reports indicate a shift in direction for PlayStation that some find troubling after the news about The Last of Us Multiplayer and Deviation Games.

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Naughty Dog's Continued Commitment to Single-Player is a Good Sign

News surfacing over Naughty Dog's development of "a brand new single-player experience" points towards the company's commitment to its roots.

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Gamer Finds The Last of Us’ Joel In Watch Dogs: Legion

A gamer online finds The Last of Us' protagonist, Joel Miller, as a surprise recruitable character in Ubisoft's Watch Dogs: Legion.

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The Last of Us Multiplayer's Latest Update is Disappointing, But It Also Makes Sense

After missing out on the PlayStation Showcase, Naughty Dog shares some unfortunate but unsurprising news about The Last of Us multiplayer game.

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8 Stealth Games To Play Instead Of Gollum

Lord of the Rings fans were disappointed with Gollum's lackluster gameplay. Here are a few titles they could turn to instead.

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Why The Last of Us Should Steer Toward New Protagonists in Future Entries

The Last of Us' Ellie and Joel are an iconic duo, but future entries in the beloved Naughty Dog franchise should find their own unique dynamic.

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The Last of Us Multiplayer Should Take a Page Out of Call of Duty, Left 4 Dead's Playbook

The upcoming multiplayer spin-off for The Last of Us should take notes from other zombie co-op games and offer more than just its Factions game modes.

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Naughty Dog Gives Update on The Last of Us Multiplayer Game

Naughty Dog provides an update on its long-running The Last of Us multiplayer project following a period of silence from the studio.

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The PlayStation Showcase Has Left a Lot of Questions Unanswered

The latest PlayStation Showcase was a bit of a mixed bag overall, and rather than answer fans' questions, it's opened up even more cans of worms.

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Naughty Dog Could be Applying the Finishing Touches to its Next Big Game

New evidence suggests that Naughty Dog's next big game—likely the yet-to-be-unveiled The Last of Us spinoff—is in its final stretch of development.

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The Last of Us Part 1 Lakeside Resort Walkthrough (Chapter 9)

Here's everything you need to know to make it through the Lakeside Resort section in The Last of Us Part 1.

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The Last of Us Will Soon Find Itself in the Same Predicament as Game of Thrones

HBO's adaptation of The Last of Us Part 2 is currently in development, which may place the show in the same predicament as HBO's Game of Thrones.

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Last of Us Ellie Star Ashley Johnson Files Restraining Order Against Ex-Boyfriend

The Last of Us and Critical Role star Ashley Johnson files a restraining order against her ex-boyfriend after abuse, extortion, and threats.

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Pedro Pascal Sci-Fi Movie Almost Got A Sequel With Book Of Boba Fett Star

Pedro Pascal and The Book of Boba Fett star Sophie Thatcher almost made a sequel to their sci-fi thriller set on a poisonous moon.

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25 Games With Inclusive LGBTQ+ Romance Options

Games have been getting more inclusive with romance options over the years. These titles are some of the best for LGBTQ+ romance.

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The Last of Us Part 1 PC Port Has Reached Impressive Sales Milestone in Only 8 Weeks

The critically acclaimed The Last of Us Part 1 manages to cross a notable sales figure since its release back in March 28 for gaming PCs.

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