In the realm of apocalyptic or post-apocalyptic world where the world is on the brink of collapsing. The one game that is on everyone’s mouth is “The Last of Us Part 1” that was originally released in 2013 but was remade in 2022 for the PlayStation 5. The game was developed by Naughty Dog who were also the makers of award-winning games such as the “Uncharted” game series. The Last of Us stands out as a masterpiece not only for its beautiful graphics but also for the unique storytelling and the character development in a post-apocalyptic world.

The game is set in a region of the world that is infected by a deadly virus spreading through mutated food and is turning humans into zombies. Our two main protagonists are Joel and Ellie. Who traverse together through the dangerous post-apocalyptic world.

While many games of the same genre of post-apocalyptic world portray only the harsh and hopelessness of the world. The developers made The Last of Us a different type of game and made it different from the other games of the same genre by making it known for its emotionally resonant storytelling because of the bond that forms between Joel & Ellie during their adventure. This game is filled with perfect humor, emotion, and tragedy. This game is also packed with action sequences like stealth. Gunfights. Hand to hand combat.

The Last of Us Part 1 tackles themes that have weight and focuses on sacrifice, redemption, and morality. As the players progress through the game, they must make difficult choices as per the situation they are in and must choose what is right and what is wrong.

This game shows players the meaning of relationships and bonds that each character has. It shows us that even after a world is destroyed, we can live.

The Last of Us Part 1 stands as a masterpiece because of its unique storytelling and the immersive gameplay, with outstanding graphics and very good combat and survival elements. All these factors make “The Last of Us  Part 1” the best post-apocalyptic and action packed adventure game ever to be made in gaming history.