Naughty Dog spruced up the PlayStation 3 version of a title so in demand, gamers clamored for a next-gen port. The latest in The Last of Us Remastered news may disappoint some fans, though.
The Last of Us is an original PS3 title, an action-adventure game set in a post-apocalyptic world. The involved storyline and dense ambiance had players hooked on two characters, Joel and Ellie, as they weave their way through a city laid waste in the aftermath of deadly virus.
Developers had a hard time porting the game into the next-generation of consoles, especially with the resolution and frame rate upgraded. The main challenge was cramping the content, including the "Left Behind" expansion pack, into a single Blu-ray disc.
Updates on The Last of Us Remastered news pushed the release date to August instead of June, for technical reasons. The game is a straight port, but Naughty Dog assures fans aren't disappointed after the long wait; the ramped up graphics is a treat for those who want to experience it in high-resolution.
Concept art has been leaked months before the release, and though these are loaded with promises and expectations, there's one which will unfortunately remain on the drawing board. The premise of the game is based on the onslaught of the Cordyceps virus, a deadly strain which mutates hosts into monsters.
One Pixel Brush leaked concept art of an enemy in the final stage of the Cordyceps virus' progression. Players encounter enemies in different stages of infection, characterized by speed, strength, and sensitivity. The Last of Us Remastered news confirms a concept enemy won't make it to the game.
A preview of the concept art shows a bloated monster, supposedly a level boss. Naughty Dog is yet to confirm if it'll be part of the remastered port, considering the inclusion of the Left Behind expansion for the PlayStation 4 release.
