The Last of Us Part 1 Review Roundtable: Is it really worth $70? VGC Open main menu Lengthy FIFA players MultiVersus characters Disney Dreamlight recipe list First for Video Game News Follow VGC The Last of Us Part 1 Review Roundtable Is it really worth $70 VGC’s Jordan Middler and Hamish Black of Writing on Games discuss the controversial remake Video Game News 1st Sep 2022 / 10:49 am Posted by Jordan MiddlerThe Last of Us Part 1 reviews have been published ahead of the remake of the PlayStation classic’s release later this week. Before the reviews went live, VGC’s Jordan Middler and Hamish Black from Writing On Games – who have both been playing the game separately – linked up to discuss their thoughts. Is the price tag justified? Is it simply more graphics? What does this say about the state of Sony‘s first party? These things and more were all discussed in our near 30-minute video. The Last of Us Part 1 - VGC reviewer roundtableWatch on YouTube Subscribe to VGC on YouTube In VGC’s The Last of Us Part 1 review, we said: “If you want to play the very best version of one of the greatest games that has ever been made, then The Last of Us Part 1 is a triumph. “Not everyone needs to buy that UHD Bluray. But there are some people that want that. And in this case, it not only makes the entire experience look generationally better than its last iteration, but it also makes an already stellar story, and unmatched performances even better.” “The thing that made The Last of Us such a significant game was the galactic leaps it made in performance capture and storytelling on the PS3 in its dying days. This version of the game finally feels like it’s conveying the game’s most sublime storytelling moments in the way it was always meant to, but technologically couldn’t. Further reading 35 Review The Last of Us Part 1 is the definitive version of one of the best games everFor those who can stomach the $70 asking price, Naughty Dog's stunning remake is a triumph“There isn’t a developer working today that can deliver these experiences with quite the utter mastery that Naughty Dog displays.” “$70 is a steep mountain to climb. While the lack of multiplayer is a shame, as the original mode was highly underrated, Naughty Dog clearly has multiplayer aspirations that would far outshine remaking the game’s original suite.” 4 Comments Related VGC Reviews Review The Last of Us Part 1 is the definitive version of one of the best games ever Related VGC Content Last of Us TV show’ s Ellie hasn’ t played the game was ‘ encouraged not to’ 1 day ago Here s the first trailer for HBO s The Last of Us show2 weeks ago Popular Now on VGC1 Harley Quinn voice actor criticises Chris Pratt Mario casting ‘ It should be Charles’ 2 Phil Spencer could be teasing Xbox s game streaming device in a new office photo3 Modern Warfare 2 will seemingly require a phone number like Overwatch 24 Interview How PlatinumGames is betting on Nintendo expertise to shape its future5 Platinum thinks hiring of Nintendo veteran can take the companies relationship to the next level More Video Game News Biomutant is coming to Switch according to a retailer listingThe game could be released for Nintendo’s console next month1 month ago1 US PlayStation shipments were reportedly up 400% last monthPS5 supply appears to be increasing as Christmas approaches1 hour ago1 Comment Overwatch 2 servers down for some as Blizzard removes two heroes temporarilyThe game's rocky launch has caused much fan frustration2 hours ago1 Valve says ‘ next-gen’ Steam Decks are planned and may include streaming machines"The theme, size and shape will change", a designer has said1 month ago1 CommentBy commenting on this article you agree to adhere to VGC’s community guidelines. Notice: To display comments please allow the use of Functional Cookies in Cookie Preferences.