Naughty Dog has just rolled out a new update for The Last of Us Part 1 on the PS5 — patch 2.0.2 — that aims to smooth out some of the game’s rough edges. This update arrives after the October 2024 patch that resolved issues related to the game’s photo mode, tweaked display settings for better fidelity, and made minor adjustments to the audio and lighting in one of the later chapters.
Originally released in 2022, The Last of Us Part 1 is a modern remake of the 2013 classic. It enriches the original experience by upgrading the combat, enhancing exploration elements, and incorporating new accessibility options. Both The Last of Us Part 1 and The Last of Us Part 2 Remastered benefitted from a recent PS5 Pro update, which not only made them more compatible with the advanced system but also fixed some lingering bugs and expanded upon their accessibility features.
Patch 2.0.2, which became available to gamers on November 26, addresses two specific issues. Firstly, it serves as a remedy to a game crash that players encountered when dispatching enemies. Despite the game’s well-praised graphics, there was a hiccup with overly sharp visuals, which this patch has now softened to meet the intended visual standards for PS5 users.
Every game has its flaws, and The Last of Us Part 1 is no exception. It once had a bug where infected foes behaved as if they were not. However, Naughty Dog is proactive in fixing such issues, with updates designed to scrape out any bugs that might pop up. Conversations on platforms like Twitter revealed that some bugs addressed in this patch also affected The Last of Us Part 2 Remastered, particularly with texture rendering. Meanwhile, a portion of the PC gaming community continues to face troubles with the game’s port.
The update has generally been well-received among The Last of Us community, though it’s no surprise that fans have been vocal in expressing their desires. There’s a strong demand for the Factions multiplayer, which was part of the original game’s allure, to be integrated into the remake. Additionally, the community is buzzing with discussions about the possibility of a third installment in this post-apocalyptic series, although Naughty Dog has recently dispelled rumors about a new IP that were mistaken for a hint at a sequel.
The Last of Us doesn’t merely rely on nostalgia — it’s a compelling game that has been excellently rebuilt for PS5, boasting intricate storytelling and memorable characters. Set in a world where both infected creatures and hardened survivors exist, players follow Joel as he attempts to escort 14-year-old Ellie out of a military zone, with this mission spiraling into a challenging, emotion-laden journey across the country. The PS5 version offers a complete overhaul of the original, with refined mechanics, better controls, and stunning visual fidelity that fully leverages the console’s capabilities, including an enhanced experience with the DualSense controller.
