Sony PlayStation Magnum Opus Exclusive Lands a Spot in World Video Game Hall of Fame

The Last of Us is one of the most significant titles in the history of PlayStation exclusives. Developed by Naughty Dog America, TLOU secured an auspicious reputation in the gaming industry. Giving tribute to its reputation and significance, HBO Studio decided to adapt the game into a live-action series featuring some of the biggest names in Hollywood. 

On May 20, 2023, the Strong National Museum of Play inducted the series into the World Video Game Hall of Fame. Alongside Sony’s survival horrors, three other games have been bestowed the honor. This includes Barbie Fashion Designer, Computer Space, and Wii Sports. 

PlayStation exclusive The Last of Us gains its spot in the Video Game Hall of Fame

This year, the committee had a tough time choosing the games to be inducted into the list, as the finalists were some of the most influential games in history. It included Age of Empires, Angry Birds, Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, FIFA International Soccer, Goldeneye 007, NBA 2K, Quake, and Wizardry. 

Back in 2013, The Last of Us was released for the PlayStation 3. At that time, the genre of horror was over-saturated with zombie survival games and titles with post-apocalyptic settings. But even in such a dense environment, The Last of Us was able to establish a distinct identity for itself. With its cinematic gameplay and fresh take on the genre, The Last of Us was a breath of fresh air in the gaming industry. 

Electronic Games Curator Lindsey Kurano says, “Despite debuting in 2013, The Last of Us remains popular because of its quality of gameplay and strength of the story.” She added, “The 2023 HBO adaptation has expanded the game’s reach and popularity. Created with Naughty Dog’s involvement, the show has garnered support from both critics and fans as one of the best video game adaptations ever made.” 

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The World Video Game Hall of Fame was established in 2015 in order to curate some of the most influential titles that have had a significant impact on the gaming industry and helped shape the modern gaming scene. They also review a game’s influence on pop culture before bestowing it with the honor.

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The Last of Us meets almost all the criteria, but what are your thoughts on the other finalists? Let us know in the comments below!