January 17th 2024.
Is The Last Of Us Part 2 Remastered considered the best story in gaming?
Hey there, fellow gamers! I came across a review of The Last Of Us Part 2 Remastered by GC and I have to say, I was impressed. I didn't even know about the new features like the roguelike mode and the cut levels. I already own the original on PlayStation 4, but I'm seriously considering taking advantage of the upgrade option and paying for it. I don't mind paying for new content, rather than just the content itself.
However, my hesitation lies in whether I want to play the game again. Don't get me wrong, it's a masterpiece with the best story in any game, but as GC mentioned, it's a pretty grim experience with no happy ending. I'm not sure if anyone can truly say they enjoyed playing a game like this, but I have to give credit to Naughty Dog for their storytelling. The way they set up the characters from both protagonists' perspectives is truly amazing and we haven't seen anything like it in years.
Speaking of games, I was reading some fallout from GAME's decision to abandon video game trade-ins on the Wednesday letters page. As a gamer who still prefers physical copies, this is quite a blow for me. Sure, we still have CeX, but in my experience, they pay much less for everything and their knowledge is limited. I like to buy physical copies so I can trade them in later if needed, but now I might have to turn to eBay, which is not as reliable and I might end up losing money in the long run.
But let's face it, we gamers are the ones to blame. Next time you buy a digital game for £70, end up disappointed, and have no way to trade it in, remember that there used to be an alternative. It's a shame that we let it disappear for no reason.
Moving on to another topic, it seems like FromSoftware has made a deal with either Sony or Xbox. How else can we explain the lack of DLC news for their game and rumors suggesting it will be released in February? I mean, that leaked controller was pretty convincing, but where is the DLC? Maybe it got delayed at the last minute and the rumored release date is not accurate. I hope I'm wrong, because I don't like exclusives and the thought of missing out on content is disheartening.
Speaking of game companies, I've been trying to figure out what Microsoft's game plan might be at the moment. It's not an easy task, especially for an outsider like myself who doesn't know the inside story. But with their recent acquisition of Activision Blizzard, it seems like they're just going to sit back and wait for streaming to take over. They might not be able to beat Sony in console sales, but they can definitely dominate in streaming with their technology. It may not be an exciting plan, but it makes sense.
Switching gears to Nintendo, there are rumors of a remaster of Zelda: Breath Of The Wild for the upcoming Switch 2. Knowing Nintendo, they won't just stop at improving the graphics. But what else could they add? Perhaps they could include the Ultrahand or something similar? Personally, I think it would be a neat idea, but then they might spoil one of Tears Of The Kingdom's best features if they decide to remaster that game too soon.
Another idea could be to introduce the motorbike from the DLC into Breath Of The Wild earlier on. It could open up new possibilities, as the game currently struggles to load the game world quickly enough for the bike to work properly. They could also add other vehicles and even put enemies in them. Imagine a Mad Max meets Zelda scenario, anyone?
Finally, I want to touch on the topic of violence in games. A reader named Wonk brought up the point that Naughty Dog's focus on a "cycle of violence" narrative may be an easy way to avoid creating a more mature story and game world. I understand the idea of making the player feel uneasy and apprehensive about the violence, but at times it can feel like the game is glorifying it rather than showing any real moral revulsion. However, as GC pointed out, the cycle of violence theme is directed towards the named characters and it's difficult to fully characterize the hundreds of unnamed enemies you come across in action games. It's a challenge for storytelling in these types of games, but at least The Last Of Us Part 2 Remastered attempts to address it.
Well, that's it for now. What are your thoughts on these topics? Feel free to share your opinions by emailing us at email. Until next time, happy gaming!
Hey there, fellow gamers! Have you heard about the remastered version of The Last Of Us Part 2? It's been making waves in the gaming community, with some even calling it the best story in all of gaming. In fact, our Wednesday letters page is still buzzing with discussions about it.
One reader wrote in to share their thoughts on the game, mentioning how they didn't know about the extra features like the roguelike mode and cut levels. As someone who already owns the original on PlayStation 4, they were considering taking advantage of the upgrade option and paying for it. They didn't mind paying for the upgrade since there was new content included, but they were unsure if they wanted to experience the intense and bleak storyline again. However, they acknowledged that it was a masterpiece with the best story they've seen in a game.
On a different note, there was also some fallout from GAME's decision to stop accepting video game trade-ins. One reader expressed their disappointment with this news, as they still prefer buying physical copies and having the option to trade them in later. They shared their experience with CeX, the only other place that accepts trade-ins, and mentioned how they offer much less money and knowledge compared to GAME. In the end, they decided to try selling their games on eBay, although they're aware it's not a reliable option.
In another letter, a reader speculated that FromSoftware must have struck a deal with either Sony or Xbox, as there's still no update on the DLC for their popular game, Elden Ring. They mentioned how the leaked controller was a clear sign of its existence, but they're confused as to why there's still no news about its release. They added that they hope it won't be an exclusive, as they don't like the idea of missing out on content.
Shifting our focus to Microsoft, one reader tried to make sense of their recent moves in the gaming industry. They shared their theory that Microsoft's plan is to wait until streaming becomes more popular and then use their ownership of Activision Blizzard to their advantage. They acknowledged that they may not be able to compete with Sony in terms of console sales, but they can dominate in the streaming market.
Finally, there was some speculation about a potential remaster of The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild for the upcoming Switch 2. One reader wondered what new features Nintendo could add to the game, aside from better graphics. They suggested including the Ultrahand, a tool from a previous Zelda game, or even adding vehicles and enemies for a Mad Max meets Zelda experience. Another reader chimed in, expressing their concern that adding too many features could potentially spoil the game's original appeal.
But not all readers were completely satisfied with The Last Of Us Part 2. One reader raised a valid point about the game's narrative and use of violence. They suggested that the game's focus on the "cycle of violence" theme may have been an easy way to avoid creating a more mature and morally complex storyline. They also mentioned feeling disconnected from the enemies, as they were simply seen as cannon fodder. However, our team clarified that the game's themes revolve around the named characters, and it's difficult to fully flesh out the hundreds of unnamed enemies in a game.
Well, that wraps up this week's letters page. Don't forget to share your own thoughts and opinions by emailing us at [insert email address]. Until next time, happy gaming!
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