Naughty Dog’s comprehensive remake of The Last of Us Part One brings the original masterpiece to the PlayStation 5 with a host of new enhancements. Whether you’re returning to Joel and Ellie’s journey or playing for the first time, here are 21 key things you should know about the game before diving in.

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1. It’s a Full Remake

The Last of Us Part One has been completely rebuilt from the ground up to take full advantage of the PlayStation 5’s hardware, making it the definitive version of the game.

2. Supports 4K and 60 FPS

Players can choose between native 4K at 30 FPS or dynamic 4K at 60 FPS, offering a balance between resolution and performance.

3. Vastly Improved Visuals

The power of the PS5 allows for improved lighting, redesigned character models, and finer details, such as enhanced facial animations and more realistic environmental interactions.

4. Motion Matching for Smoother Animations

A new animation technique, motion matching, makes character movements feel more fluid and lifelike, improving immersion.

5. More Interactive Environments

Expect a more destructible and reactive world, where objects break, move, and shift based on gameplay interactions, making each combat encounter feel more dynamic.

6. Seamless Cutscenes to Gameplay Transitions

The same models are used in cinematics and gameplay, making for smoother and more immersive transitions.

7. Redesigned Locations

From Jackson to the Capitol Building, every environment has been redesigned to enhance exploration, realism, and emotional impact.

8. Smarter Enemy AI

Taking inspiration from The Last of Us Part II, AI enemies now communicate, flank, and strategize more effectively, making combat encounters feel more intense and unpredictable.

9. Improved Ally AI

Companions like Ellie can now predict enemy movements and avoid detection more intelligently, leading to a smoother stealth experience.

10. 3D Audio Enhancements

With 3D audio support, players can pinpoint threats and environmental cues with greater accuracy, increasing immersion in the game’s world.

11. Enhanced Haptic Feedback

The DualSense controller provides detailed haptic responses, such as feeling gunshots, crafting interactions, and environmental feedback.

12. Realistic Shotgun Haptics

The shotgun has been given a next-level experience with immersive feedback, including vibrations for each pump action and sound effects through the controller’s speaker.

13. Adaptive Triggers for Weapons

The adaptive triggers offer realistic resistance, particularly for the bow, where tension increases as you pull the string back.

14. Over 60 Accessibility Options

The Last of Us Part One features an extensive suite of accessibility features, allowing more players to enjoy the game with customizable settings for vision, hearing, and mobility needs.

15. Built-in Audio Description

For the first time, audio descriptions for cutscenes are included in the game, offering greater accessibility to visually impaired players.

16. New Visual Filters and Rendering Modes

The game introduces new rendering modes and visual filters, allowing players to customize the game’s aesthetics for a unique experience.

17. Perma-Death Mode for Ultimate Challenge

For those seeking an extreme challenge, Perma-Death Mode means if you die, you restart from the beginning.

18. Speedrun Mode for Competitive Players

A Speedrun Mode has been added, allowing players to track and improve their completion times.

19. Expanded Photo Mode

The game’s photo mode now includes more options, letting players capture stunning in-game moments with enhanced tools.

20. New Character Models and Costumes

A new model viewer allows players to examine characters in stunning detail, and new unlockable costumes give Joel and Ellie a fresh look.

21. Left Behind DLC Included

The Left Behind expansion, which explores Ellie’s backstory, is fully included and remastered with the same level of care as the base game.

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Final Thoughts

The Last of Us Part One isn’t just a visual upgrade—it’s a fully rebuilt experience that refines gameplay, improves accessibility, and enhances immersion. With new AI mechanics, stunning visuals, and deep customization options, this is the ultimate way to experience Joel and Ellie’s journey.

Are you excited for The Last of Us Part One? Let us know which features you’re most looking forward to!