One of Ellie's Skins in The Last of Us Part

In the gaming world, The Last of Us Part II Remastered is hitting the shelves today for PlayStation 5, offering enthusiasts of the post-apocalyptic series the freshest take on the award-winning 2020 title.

Despite some complaints about Naughty Dog churning out numerous remasters (2013’s The Last of Us had three), reviews for Part II Remastered are largely positive, hailing it as the pinnacle of the series, especially from a technical standpoint.

The latest release introduces unlockable in-game skins for the main characters, Ellie and Abby, adding a personalized touch to the gaming experience.

While the game pays homage to sentimental scenes from the series, it also features nods to other PlayStation games, evoking a sense of nostalgia and melancholy for players.

A Noteworthy Throwback One standout outfit in The Last of Us Part II Remastered lets Ellie sport a t-shirt adorned with a Killzone icon.

This marks the first time in over a decade that a PlayStation-focused studio has referenced the Killzone franchise, leaving long-time fans yearning for a new installment in the series.

Once positioned as a formidable sci-fi shooter challenging the likes of Halo, Killzone boasted next-gen gunplay, an engaging storyline, and a unique universe filled with lore and innovation.

Debuting on the PlayStation 2, it continued its legacy on the PlayStation 3 with two releases and a final iteration on the PlayStation 4 in 2013. Killzone also made appearances on the PSP and PS Vita between these releases.

Post-2013's Killzone Shadowfall, developer Guerrilla shifted gears towards Horizon: Zero Dawn, steering their creative talents in a completely different direction.

The absence of Killzone from storefronts worldwide is still mourned, despite the moderate success of Killzone Shadowfall. While not a groundbreaking title, it offered stunning visuals, a substantial campaign, and a satisfactory multiplayer experience, falling slightly short of titles like Battlefield 4, COD Ghosts, and Halo 4.

Now, the closest connection to the long-forgotten Killzone franchise is a t-shirt in a 2020 game remake developed by an entirely different studio.

For devoted fans, it stings.

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