sp5der The Last of Us Remastered Review
May 10, 2025
In 2013, The Last of Us became a true breakthrough in the gaming industry, combining a deep emotional story with intense gameplay and cinematic presentation. Two years later, Naughty Dog released The Last of Us Remastered—an updated version for the PlayStation 4 that promised not only improved graphics and performance, but also full immersion into a dark, post-apocalyptic world.
Due to the game's age, the story has become familiar to much of the gaming community. However, The Last of Us is not just about the narrative. The game is filled with countless small, carefully crafted details, well-written characters, atmospheric and beautiful locations, and a deeply developed relationship between Joel and Ellie. All of this is accompanied by an emotional and memorable soundtrack that enhances the overall immersion.
While the gameplay may not be highly diverse, it still offers the player a certain degree of freedom in combat. For stealth gameplay, the map is scattered with bricks and bottles that can be used not only to distract enemies but also as improvised weapons. There aren't many action-heavy sequences, as the game is designed with stealth in mind. Nevertheless, this design invites players to create their own challenges—memorizing enemy routes and item locations, planning who to take out first. Combined with the high difficulty level, this adds depth and replayability to the experience.
From a technical standpoint, the remaster performs excellently: on the PlayStation 4, the game runs smoothly without frame drops, delivering a sharp and visually pleasing image. The support for 60 frames per second makes the gameplay feel even more fluid and responsive