The Last of Us Part 1: How to Beat David

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During the ninth chapter ofThe Last of Us Part 1, players will begin as Ellie hunting animals in a wintery forest setting. Following the events at the university, Ellie is now alone and using everything she has learned to live another day, with taking down a deer being the player’s first task.

Along the way, players encounter two men who offer to provide medicine in exchange for the deer. One of these men, David, takes a particular interest in Ellie and the pair of them fend off several Infected together. The player then learns that David is the leader of a community, many of which had met a bloody end after encountering Joel and Ellie. After he initially lets her go, players will eventually be captured by the group.

As it so happens, this group of people are cannibals, and while David wants to keep her alive, Ellie’s reluctance to join them enrages him. Upon escaping, players will find themselves in an old restaurant, and as they attempt to leave, David will appear and disarm Ellie before locking them both in as a fire breaks out. Ellie is now in serious danger, and it's up to the player to bring down David before he can get to her.

The Last of Us Part 1: How David Can Be Even More Terrifying Than Before

Once David locks the door and begins moving to where Ellie has taken cover, players will be able to assume control and move to a better hiding spot and take this opportunity to survey the arena. In this old restaurant, players will have plenty of cover to hide and sneak around as David prowls, but be careful of the broken plates in some areas. Stepping on these will create noise, and David will be alerted of the player’s location.

Armed with only a switchblade, the goal is to use the cover around the restaurant to remain out