Fans are hoping they see more of The Last of Us as there are so many directions the sequel could take.
The Last of Us franchise was left with a somber and open-ended conclusion in its second entry that left fans wondering where the story will go next. Will Ellie and Abby’s story continue in the next entry or do the writers at Naughty Dog have something else in mind?
While there have been no announcements yet of a third game it is safe to assume that such a high-profile title will not go unused, especially after the success of the HBO series. In the meantime, while fans await the arrival of more Last of Us content and wonder which direction the sequel could go. 3 The Origins Of The Outbreak
One intriguing storyline that the next Last of Us game could explore is the origins of the fungal outbreak that ravaged humanity. The game could delve into the early days of the infection, unraveling the events and circumstances that led to the collapse of civilization. Players could witness the initial outbreak through the eyes of new characters or even experience it from a different perspective by revisiting familiar faces from the previous games.
Joel’s life during the early years of the apocalypse has been discussed in the game series but has never actually been shown. This could be an opportunity for Naughty Dog to show the fans what the early days were like for Joel and his brother Tommy as they tried to survive. This story idea could act as a prequel for the franchise as players see Joel’s descent into the dark anti-hero that the fan base finds so endearing.
By going back to the origins, the game could also offer a fresh perspective on the post-apocalyptic world, shedding light on scientific research, governmental responses, and the moral dilemmas faced by various individuals.
