The Last of Us Part I

About The Last of Us Part I

Naughty Dog rebuilt The Last of Us Part I for modern systems and released it on September 2, 2022. You can play this single-player shooter adventure on PlayStation 5 or PC. The story follows Joel and Ellie twenty years after a fungal infection wiped out most humanity. This version is not just a port. It features a complete graphical overhaul with improved lighting and character models. Players get the main campaign plus the Left Behind DLC included from the start. The game targets those who want to see how the original PS3 classic holds up with next-gen graphics. It brings back the emotional weight of the characters while fixing the clunky controls found in older versions.

Gameplay

You move through ruined cities and overgrown forests managing limited ammo and health items. Combat requires stealth or quick tactical shooting against infected humans and other survivors. You can crouch to avoid detection or use crafting materials to make Molotov cocktails and tranquilizer darts. The game uses cover-based shooting mechanics that feel tight on the new engines. Environmental puzzles involve moving heavy objects or finding keys to unlock paths. Exploration is slow and methodical as you scavenge for supplies in abandoned buildings. The controls have been modernized to support dual analog sticks smoothly without the camera jitters of the original. You must ration every bullet because enemies can overwhelm you if you run out of resources.

What Players Think

The PlayPile community rates this title at 85.1 out of 100 based on 745 IGDB ratings. Players describe the vibe as chaotic with five votes, hardcore for three votes, and atmospheric for one vote. The average completion time sits around 23.7 hours for most users. Only 29 achievements exist in the game with a low average unlock rate of 23.7 percent. The rarest achievement is "It Can't Be For Nothing" at just 3.80 percent. Current pricing on GameBillet shows a lowest point of $29.99, though the cheapest current deal sits at $38.95. Review snippets from our data suggest players appreciate the visual fidelity but note the difficulty spikes remain intense.

PlayPile's Take

This game is worth your time if you want a narrative-driven survival shooter with high production values. The price point around thirty dollars makes it accessible for new players or veterans revisiting the story. Achievement hunters should target "It Can't Be For Nothing" but expect a low success rate due to specific requirements. Avoid this if you dislike slow pacing or linear progression. The controls feel much better than the original release. You get the full experience with DLC included without extra cost. Finish the campaign and move on because the achievement grind is not for everyone.

Storyline

Twenty years after a mutated fungus started turning people all over the world into deadly zombies, humans become an endangered species. Joel, a Texan in his forties with the "emotional range of a teaspoon" (to quote Hermione from Harry Potter), finds himself responsible with the safety of a fourteen year old girl named Ellie whom he must smuggle to a militia group called the Fireflies. And as if the infected aren't enough of a hassle, they also have to deal with the authorities who wouldn't let them leave the quarantine zone, as well as other survivors capable of killing anyone who might have something useful in their backpacks.