Naughty Dog has this week released a new TV commercial for its upcoming PS3 games title which is currently in development called The Last Of Us.
The Last Of Us is a PS3 exclusive and will be launching on June 14th, 2013. It is now available to pre-order online. Check out the latest TV commercial for The Last of Us after the jump.
Game Overview and Characters
The Last of Us PS3 game focuses on two survivors, an adult Joel and a young Ellie, trekking across a post-apocalyptic United States. Joel is voiced by Troy Baker and Ellie by Ashley Johnson. The game is set in a world where a modern plague has decimated the population, leaving cities abandoned and being reclaimed by nature. The remaining survivors are often hostile, fighting each other for scarce resources such as food, weapons, and other essentials.
The game plays in a third-person view, with players controlling Joel, while Ellie is controlled by the console’s A.I. This dynamic creates a unique gameplay experience where players must rely on both characters’ strengths to survive. Joel, a hardened survivor, brings his experience and combat skills to the table, while Ellie, a young teenage girl, offers her bravery and wisdom beyond her years.
Gameplay and Features
Naughty Dog, the developers of The Last Of Us, explain that the game is a genre-defining experience blending survival and action elements to tell a character-driven story. The narrative is deeply immersive, focusing on the relationship between Joel and Ellie as they navigate the dangers of a post-apocalyptic world. The game emphasizes stealth and strategy, requiring players to carefully manage their resources and make tactical decisions to survive encounters with both human enemies and infected creatures.
The environments in The Last Of Us are richly detailed, showcasing the contrast between the decaying remnants of human civilization and the encroaching wilderness. Players will explore a variety of settings, from overgrown urban landscapes to rural areas reclaimed by nature. The game’s graphics and sound design contribute to a hauntingly realistic atmosphere, drawing players into its world.
One of the standout features of The Last Of Us is its AI system. Ellie’s AI is designed to be highly responsive, making her a valuable companion in combat and exploration. She can assist Joel by providing cover fire, distracting enemies, or even finding hidden items. This level of interaction between the player and the AI-controlled character adds depth to the gameplay and strengthens the bond between Joel and Ellie.
Naughty Dog has also incorporated a crafting system, allowing players to create weapons and tools from scavenged materials. This system encourages exploration and resourcefulness, as players must search for supplies and decide how best to use them. The crafting system adds another layer of strategy to the game, as players must balance their immediate needs with long-term survival.
“The Last of Us is a genre-defining experience blending survival and action elements to tell a character-driven story about a population decimated by a modern plague. Cities are abandoned and being reclaimed by nature. Remaining survivors are killing each other for food, weapons, and whatever they can find. Joel, a ruthless survivor, and Ellie, a young teenage girl who’s braver and wiser beyond her years, must work together to survive their journey across what remains of the United States.”
The Last Of Us promises to be a groundbreaking title for the PS3, offering a compelling blend of storytelling, gameplay, and atmospheric design. As the release date approaches, anticipation continues to build for what many expect to be one of the standout games of the year. Whether you are a fan of action-adventure games or simply looking for a gripping narrative experience, The Last Of Us is shaping up to be a must-play title.
Source: Kotaku
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