The Last of Us - Discussions about the story / game / DLC

Here's a little spot for all TLoU fans to discuss the story / DLC / game events etc.

Please use spoilers when talking about specific events to keep those of us who haven't finished yet in the dark :)

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So far I love this game, the way they managed to reach in your soul and get you hooked on what is happening is just unreal.

Walking about the city trying to get to places have been quite a challenge for me, I walk down a street and into a little building and suddenly you get surrounded by a mob of angry things who want nothing more than to rip your head off... It keeps the suspense high and your attention never falters, just in case you make a wrong turn.

One of the best games I have played. Played it on PS3, and later got it on PS4 again. Loved how the DLC tied into that missing bit during the main game. I've gotten the platinum for it as well, and even though it requires multiple play throughs for it, I enjoyed every bit. Would like to go for the last two trophies though for that 100%, so I might try Grounded/Grounded+ and some stage.

Best bit for me, though it was a bit short, was Winter.

Working on platinum and just realized, I must have played through the first time on easy as the only choice I have for new game plus is easy and normal.
So now I have to play through first with Survivor and then Survivor+ ?

Ah, finally a thread dedicated to TLOU!!

Spoiler: show

I'm at the part where Joel met Billy,right after one of the main characters died.

how far away from the end am I?

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Originally Posted by blaaislaai

Ah, finally a thread dedicated to TLOU!!

SPOILER ALERT
I'm at the part where Joel met Billy,right after one of the main characters died.

how far away from the end am I?

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don't forget about [SPOILER] [/ SPOILER] tags

Spoiler: show

I assume you're talking about (fat) Bill?
And Tess just died?

Yeah... you're still another 10 hours or so to go. That's still really early game!

Sorry about that BioTek, I updated my post.

Thanks for the reply, looking forward to see what happens next in the story

Spoilers on the below video, I will post more of these in coming days. Please, only watch these videos if you have completed the base game, The Last of Us and it's DLC Left Behind.

Be warned, major spoilers ahead!!!


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O85Z...Phbd0A&index=9

I'm gonna try and finish it this week still! Then update the thread when done

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Originally Posted by blaaislaai

I'm gonna try and finish it this week still! Then update the thread when done

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I did it in around 18hours. But that's taking it really slow.

I would suggest you take your time though and work through it at your own pace. BUt try not to play anything whilst playing this. Once I had completed this game, it's almost as though I couldn't play anything else (literally) for around a month. It had just set such a high bar and you kinda expect all other games to reach it, but nothing quite fills that void. I would start playing another game after completing it and close it within 15min.
Then give it a week, and play through Left Behind. That you'll do in a session/night. It's really not long. But what it adds is invaluable.

I'm taking things really slow indeed, trying to explore all areas for crafting material. Rushing the game is no fun at all and judging from all the reviews and comments about the game I will definitely take my time.

How is the multiplayer though?

I'm just trying to fit BF:Hardline into my schedule first as the beta is till this weekend.

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Originally Posted by blaaislaai

I'm taking things really slow indeed, trying to explore all areas for crafting material. Rushing the game is no fun at all and judging from all the reviews and comments about the game I will definitely take my time.

How is the multiplayer though?

I'm just trying to fit BF:Hardline into my schedule first as the beta is till this weekend.

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The multi player was quite fun for me. It's not fast paced though, and team work is essential. The first time I joined a game I got my ass handed to me while running and gunning. You have to complete both the Firefly & Hunter journeys for the two trophies to complete the platinum. There are other multiplayer trophies as well, but they don't count towards the plat. You should get most of them during your journey though.

Tip : All difficulties are unlocked from the word go, so don't start on easy/normal, but rather hard (or survivor/grounded if you're a freak). It's really not that more difficult on the harder levels, just less of everything. And during the tough sections, the game does tend to give you what you need, and if used right, it should be more than enough.

No spoilers in this, feel free to watch. Quite interesting none-the-less.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=baOlT-1yY4A

It really is a masterpiece of a game. It doesn't do anything groundbreaking (despite a pretty much technically perfect game), the story is really nothing incredibly unique or special, but Naughty Dog and the actors really nailed the characters and you just can't help but be sucked into their journey. I don't think I've ever been so emotionally affected by a game. Initially upon completion I was like, "That's the end? How boring.", but as Beotek said it really stays with you and I found myself thinking about it over and over again, doing a lot of reading online about it and eventually deciding the ending was pretty perfect. It's the game I whip out to prove to anyone games have come a long way since being a childish way to pass the time. Really looking forward to the live action film, although I really can't see them duplicating the characters faithfully, but I have hope seeing as ND are writing the screenplay. And then of course the eventual sequel. I'd love for an older Ellie to be the main protagonist.

This is still a game I need to play. Damn the lack of spare time and horrendous prices on PS4 games!

i think i am like 90 percent finish with the game ....

Busy studying all the concept art and man these are some talented artists.

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Originally Posted by BeoTeK

Working on platinum and just realized, I must have played through the first time on easy as the only choice I have for new game plus is easy and normal.
So now I have to play through first with Survivor and then Survivor+ ?

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If you play on Survivor then + it unlocks all the trophies below that difficulty.

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Originally Posted by Nemesis

The multi player was quite fun for me. It's not fast paced though, and team work is essential. The first time I joined a game I got my ass handed to me while running and gunning. You have to complete both the Firefly & Hunter journeys for the two trophies to complete the platinum. There are other multiplayer trophies as well, but they don't count towards the plat. You should get most of them during your journey though.

Tip : All difficulties are unlocked from the word go, so don't start on easy/normal, but rather hard (or survivor/grounded if you're a freak). It's really not that more difficult on the harder levels, just less of everything. And during the tough sections, the game does tend to give you what you need, and if used right, it should be more than enough.

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Pro tip: At the end of the Sewers, simply stay close to the door you can get straight into a cut scene and skip half the fight.

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Originally Posted by Glordit

If you play on Survivor then + it unlocks all the trophies below that difficulty.



Pro tip: At the end of the Sewers, simply stay close to the door you can get straight into a cut scene and skip half the fight.

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The very last door? Or earlier in the sewers? When I played it on Survivor that last bit frustrated me quite a bit, but eventually got through.

Also, I had a glitch when I played my Survivor+ playthrough. During the tunnel section leading up to the hospital I did not get any bloaters. Not one at all. And here I was saving up molotovs and fuel for the flame thrower. Did have fun with them on the clickers though.

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Originally Posted by Nemesis

The very last door? Or earlier in the sewers? When I played it on Survivor that last bit frustrated me quite a bit, but eventually got through.

Also, I had a glitch when I played my Survivor+ playthrough. During the tunnel section leading up to the hospital I did not get any bloaters. Not one at all. And here I was saving up molotovs and fuel for the flame thrower. Did have fun with them on the clickers though.

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It's the final door where Joel and Henry have that stand off with the waves of clickers, attack the first wave then keep close to the door and you should be able to skip most of the fight.

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Originally Posted by Glordit

It's the final door where Joel and Henry have that stand off with the waves of clickers, attack the first wave then keep close to the door and you should be able to skip most of the fight.

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That could have saved me a few grey hairs...:rolleyes:

I'm at this chapter now:

http://thelastofus.wikia.com/wiki/La...sort_(chapter)

a few left, then I'm done. :D

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Originally Posted by blaaislaai

I'm at this chapter now:

http://thelastofus.wikia.com/wiki/La...sort_(chapter)

a few left, then I'm done. :D

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I swear when they where making Davids character they thought of Al Pacino.

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Originally Posted by Glordit

I swear when they where making Davids character they thought of Al Pacino.

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I thought the same, there is a resemblance!

Totally addicted to the game now, aiming to finish it this evening still.. If no loadshedding occur :P

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Originally Posted by blaaislaai

I thought the same, there is a resemblance!

Totally addicted to the game now, aiming to finish it this evening still.. If no loadshedding occur :P

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If you got the GOTY on PS3 or Remasterd on PS4 play the DLC it adds so much more depth to Ellie's character.

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Originally Posted by Glordit

If you got the GOTY on PS3 or Remasterd on PS4 play the DLC it adds so much more depth to Ellie's character.

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Got it on PS4 yeah, will be playing the DLC a few weeks after i finished the game. Have other games to clock first

Have you guys seen the documentary Grounded: The Making of The Last of Us?

That was not how I pictured the dude that voiced Joel Lol!

He will voice Ocelot in the upcoming MGS V: The Phantom Pain

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Originally Posted by PythonFSi

Have you guys seen the documentary Grounded: The Making of The Last of Us?

That was not how I pictured the dude that voiced Joel Lol!

He will voice Ocelot in the upcoming MGS V: The Phantom Pain

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Nope, but found it on youtube here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yH5MgEbBOps

Will be checking it out tonight, 1h24min documentary, it can only be good!!

I finished the game this weekend, it was just AMAZING!!

[MENTION=559]PythonFSi[/MENTION]
Dude, Troy Baker is like THE go to guy in the gaming industry at the moment. Check out his resumê on IMDB. It's insane all the titles he's in. He is an extremely talented voice actor.

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Originally Posted by blaaislaai

Nope, but found it on youtube here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yH5MgEbBOps

Will be checking it out tonight, 1h24min documentary, it can only be good!!

I finished the game this weekend, it was just AMAZING!!

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If you have Remastered, rather watch it from the disc. It'll be at 1080p at least and more enjoyable than a YT vid.

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Originally Posted by BeoTeK

[MENTION=559]PythonFSi[/MENTION]
Dude, Troy Baker is like THE go to guy in the gaming industry at the moment. Check out his resumê on IMDB. It's insane all the titles he's in. He is an extremely talented voice actor.

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If you have Remastered, rather watch it from the disc. It'll be at 1080p at least and more enjoyable than a YT vid.

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Ooh, never knew it was on the physical disc. I'll have a look, thanks dude.

I played TLOU must be over a year ago on the PS3. I got it on the Christmas sale. Definitely one of the best games I've played. I never managed to find a MP game though. Would have liked to have a go at that.

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Originally Posted by Glordit

If you got the GOTY on PS3 or Remasterd on PS4 play the DLC it adds so much more depth to Ellie's character.

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I got the digital version with the season pass included, so I got the Left Behind DLC, it was short, but a great addition to the game, and ya, great bit of character development

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Originally Posted by blaaislaai

Nope, but found it on youtube here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yH5MgEbBOps

Will be checking it out tonight, 1h24min documentary, it can only be good!!

I finished the game this weekend, it was just AMAZING!!

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It is I agree. Played it on PS3 then bought the Remastered Edition when I got my PS4. Theres that empty feeling you get when you done with the game and you start thinking about when a sequel will be released . . . would they actually be able to top this in a sequel? :D

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Originally Posted by blaaislaai

Ooh, never knew it was on the physical disc. I'll have a look, thanks dude.

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I can't recall if they touch on the Left Behind DLC in the Grounded video (I think they do), so be warned! This video was made roughly a year later from the original PS3 game, iirc.

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Originally Posted by BeoTeK

[MENTION=559]PythonFSi[/MENTION]
Dude, Troy Baker is like THE go to guy in the gaming industry at the moment. Check out his resumê on IMDB. It's insane all the titles he's in. He is an extremely talented voice actor.

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If you have Remastered, rather watch it from the disc. It'll be at 1080p at least and more enjoyable than a YT vid.

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I did. Jeez! He's done quite a lot of work in the gaming industry. Extremely talented yes.

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Originally Posted by blaaislaai

Ooh, never knew it was on the physical disc. I'll have a look, thanks dude.

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Actually me either! I have the Remastered Edition but where would you find it?

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Originally Posted by PythonFSi

It is I agree. Played it on PS3 then bought the Remastered Edition when I got my PS4. Theres that empty feeling you get when you done with the game and you start thinking about when a sequel will be released . . . would they actually be able to top this in a sequel? :D

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No, and I don't think they'll be doing a sequel. This is Naughty Dog after all, they do things their way. I can't even imagine being a sequel and don't think I even want one! I've never even felt the need for a sequel, the story fits in perfectly fine without the need for one. I was more than happy with the ending, albeit I was awe struck, but still, it opens up so much more thought and discussion.

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Originally Posted by PythonFSi

Actually me either! I have the Remastered Edition but where would you find it?

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Main menu -> The Last of Us -> Bonus -> Grounded The Making Of
(if memory servers)

The ending was good, straight to the point. I loved it.

Loved all the easter eggs in the game as well. Jak & Daxter . . . Unchartered . . . I think there was a Crash Bandicoot as well.

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Originally Posted by PythonFSi

The ending was good, straight to the point. I loved it.

Loved all the easter eggs in the game as well. Jak & Daxter . . . Unchartered . . . I think there was a Crash Bandicoot as well.

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Also during Winter playing as Ellie I found a looted shop with a PS3 and two controllers.

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Originally Posted by PythonFSi

The ending was good, straight to the point. I loved it.

Loved all the easter eggs in the game as well. Jak & Daxter . . . Unchartered . . . I think there was a Crash Bandicoot as well.

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I have not noticed any of them :( but would definitely play again on a higher difficulty and keep an eye out.

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Originally Posted by Nemesis

Also during Winter playing as Ellie I found a looted shop with a PS3 and two controllers.

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Huh? Really? Never saw that lol

Now I have to play TLoU again heheheee

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Originally Posted by blaaislaai

I have not noticed any of them :( but would definitely play again on a higher difficulty and keep an eye out.

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Theres a J&D and Unchartered board game in the shop somewhere as well as J&D t-shirt you can buy for Ellie in the bonus section.

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Originally Posted by PythonFSi

Huh? Really? Never saw that lol

Now I have to play TLoU again heheheee

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If I recall right, not the shop/building you enter after escaping from David, but the one to the left (can climb out through the open window on the left and enter that building, it's on one of the lower shelves). Few dudes out side looking for you in the blizzard, and they do enter the shops looking for you.

Anyone else use the photo mode? Got a few shots I took during my playthrough(s).