The Last of Us’ Enemy Diversity Can Benefit from One Decision

At the surface level, people unfamiliar with The Last of Us could be forgiven for thinking that it’s just another zombie survival series. The infected enemies and post-apocalyptic setting make it fit a mold, but the sublime storytelling and intricate character development make the pair of games and DLC expansion stand out from its contemporaries. It’s Naughty Dog’s crowning achievement despite the studio also being at the helm of the likes of Uncharted, Jak and Daxter, and Crash Bandicoot. It’s got a sky-high reputation, and one that future games have to live up to.