Summary
Naughty Dog has rolled out an important update for bothThe Last of Us Part 1andThe Last of Us Part 2 Remastered, adding support for the PlayStation 5 Pro. Besides optimizingThe Last of Us Part 1andPart 2 Remasteredfor Sony’s upgraded console, these updates also include a range of fixes to improve gameplay and accessibility.
A remake of the 2013 original,The Last of Us Part 1was released in 2022and features improved graphics, better performance, and updated gameplay for the PS5. The game still centers on Joel and Ellie as they journey through a post-apocalyptic world, highlighting themes of survival and human relationships. Similarly,The Last of Us Part 2 Remasteredbrought the 2020 sequel to the PS5, offering enhanced visuals and new content like the “No Return” roguelike mode, along with extras such as the Guitar Free Play mode. Both games are now receiving some important and helpful updates.
As announced byNaughty Dog in both thePart 1andPart 2 Remasteredpatch notes, the two games now include a “Pro” mode, specially designed to utilize the full power ofthe upcoming PlayStation 5 Pro. In this mode, the games are displayed at 1440p resolution but use PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution to upscale to 4K, aiming for a smooth 60 frames per second. Players with compatible screens can enjoy this mode for better visuals and performance than what the regular PS5 options offer. The previous Performance and Fidelity modes are still available, but the new Pro mode is a great option for those wanting to get the most out of the upgraded PS5 Pro.
Additionally, both updates tackle some ongoing issues in the games. ForThe Last of Us Part 1, the fixes include resolving problems with New Game+ mode, which wasn’t working properly when players used Chapter Select. There’s also a fix for a bug that stopped some players from earning trophies because their save data and artifact collection weren’t syncing correctly. An issue withtrophies inThe Last of Us Part 2 Remasteredwas also addressed, tackling a problem in which trophies wouldn’t unlock after players imported save data from the PlayStation 4 version. There were also gameplay tweaks to improve stat tracking, particularly for kills using specific weapons or stealth techniques.
Both games have also received various minor fixes to smooth out glitches that could cause problems in gameplay, including adjustments to how characters behave and interact with their surroundings. With these latest updates, bothThe Last of Ustitles have joinedthe list of games receiving PS5 Pro upgrades. Players can look forward to an enhanced experience with these two games in the popular franchise.
PlayStation 5 Pro
*Enhanced features require a compatible display in addition to the PlayStation 5 Pro console.
The Last of Us Part I
WHERE TO PLAY
Experience the emotional storytelling and unforgettable characters in The Last of Us, winner of over 200 Game of the Year awards, now rebuilt from the ground up for the PlayStation 5 console.In a ravaged civilization, where infected and hardened survivors run rampant, Joel, a weary protagonist, is hired to smuggle 14-year-old Ellie out of a military quarantine zone. However, what starts as a small job soon transforms into a brutal cross-country journey.- Completely rebuilt using Naughty Dog’s latest PS5 engine technology with advanced visual fidelity, fully integrated DualSense™ wireless controller features, and more.- A total overhaul of the original experience, faithfully reproduced but incorporating modernized gameplay mechanics, improved controls, and expanded accessibility options.- Feel immersed in improved environmental storytelling, effects, facial animations, and enhanced exploration and combat.
