Last Of Us Part 1 To Challenge Pros With Permadeath & Speedrun Modes

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The remake for The Last of Us Part 1 will have new experiences for veteran players with new permadeath and speedrun modes. The Last of Us Part 1 was officially announced during the 2022 Summer Game Fest and has received a bit of a tepid reception from long-time fans dubious of its necessity. This notion left many to wonder if the Last of Us Part 1 Remake's $70 price would be worth the value.

Since launching in 2013, The Last of Us has proven to be quite the tough act to follow for Naughty Dog. Joel and Ellie’s captivating journey across a post-pandemic fungal zombie-infested U.S. has been the source of many memorable experiences, both wholesome and tragic. Couple this compelling narrative with some intense survival-shooter gameplay, and it’s easy to see why many remember The Last of Us so fondly. Its follow-up, The Last of Us Part 2, would significantly improve the gameplay of its predecessor and arguably surpassed the first in terms of critical reception. However, despite these improvements, Last of Us 2’s controversial narrative would sharply divide the fanbase. Due to the reveal for the Last of Us Part 1 remake leaking before its unveiling at the 2022 Summer Games Fest, it's unfortunately struggled to gain momentum amongst its divided fans.

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PlayStation’s official YouTube channel recently showcased a 10-minute trailer of what new features fans can expect in the upcoming remake of The Last of Us Part 1. Alongside improved graphics and enemy AI, Last of Us Part 1 will include new permadeath and speedrun modes. Permadeath mode was introduced in Last of Us Part 2 and will function similarly in the Part 1 remake. At the beginning of the game, players