“The last of us” has made a deep impression on the world of video games thanks to its story of survival. After 9 years, HBO Max will launch a series with Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey giving life to Joel and Elli, respectively. Its premiere is scheduled for this January 15 and gamers could not be more excited to see the result.
The expectations are high, but the first reviews already predict that it will be a pleasure and that it will satisfy the most demanding fans.
What did the critics of “The last of us” say?
- Collider: “Druckmann and Mazin have taken this unforgettable story and made it richer and more powerful, letting us live with these characters and their world in a way that we couldn’t in the game. ‘The last of us’ is a monumental success”.
- Empire: “Easily the best video game adaptation ever made: one that delves into the game’s dystopian lore while staying true to its emotional core. Like the game, it’s a masterpiece.”
- The Telegraph: “In its scale, the portrayal of terror and the believable vision of friendship in disaster make ‘The Last of Us’ a rare piece of television: an adaptation that makes you want to play the game.”
- IGN: “HBO’s ‘The Last of Us’ is an impressive adaptation that should thrill newcomers and enrich those already familiar with Joel and Ellie’s journey alike.”
What is “The last of us” about?
“The last of us” focuses on the relationship between Joel, a smuggler in this new world, and Ellie, a teenager who may be the key to curing a deadly pandemic. Joel is a survivor who is hired to escort the 14-year-old girl out of a quarantine zone.
The series is produced by Craig Mazin, the creator of “Chernobyl,” and Neil Druckmann, the writer and creative director of the Naughty Dog video game. It is a duo that took away the concern of fans fearful of a failed adaptation.
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