Resident Evil Requiem is back in full force with The Last of Us.

Resident Evil Requiem is one of the strongest entries in the entire franchise, with a story that delivers a great mix of gritty action and sweat-inducing horror. As a hard worker resident evil Dear fans, I had high expectations for this game. But I didn't expect it to be so emotional. resident evil villageThe final ending was a bit disappointing Requiem Delve deeper into the emotional depths that the iconic zombie series can express. Resident Evil Requiem It feels like a new era for the franchise. the last of us A game to be thankful for.

In the past resident evil The franchise is known for its scary and over-the-top moments. Chris Redfield hitting a rock is one of the most notable and dumbest examples. Even in RequiemLeon can stop the rocket if he handles his mechanics properly. But the series isn't exactly known for its emotional storytelling. Resident Evil Requiem It really showed how future chapters could have all the key elements. resident evil Use metaphors and balance them with meaningful storytelling. the last of us The series still has one of the best stories in horror games, and the first game resident evil 4 thank you The latter helped provide inspiration. the last of usBut now it feels like Naughty Dog's post-apocalyptic story has made an impact. Requiem In some key aspects.

Major spoilers ahead Resident Evil Requiem and the last of us part 2.

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The Last of Us might have been a much different game if Resident Evil 4 had never been made.

In 2013, former Naughty Dog designer Ricky Cambier shared the following inspiration: the last of us In an interview with MMGN, he said: “We always wanted to build character and interact, and look at things from a very long time ago. EcoAnd mixes it with suspense and action. resident evil 4There have been many games inspired by . resident evil 4 Since launch in 2005. the last of us It may not be as clear as in games like: dead spaceBut Naughty Dog clearly took suspense to heart when developing its own zombie story.

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the last of us'The approach to the main character is also reminiscent. Naughty Dog has created Joel and Ellie as incredibly unique protagonists, but it's easy to see where Leon's primary mission of escorting Ashley might inspire them. the last of us Use two characters.

the last of us' Chapter 1 was already emotionally heavy, the last of us part 2 I went deeper. the last of us part 2's story is controversial, but it seems like some of Naughty Dog's choices were influenced by it. Requiem Directed by Koshi Nakanishi. Aside from the more emotional stories, two of the most obvious similarities between these games are the solid, gritty gameplay and dual protagonists. resident evil is no stranger to dual protagonists, but this is the first time the series has used two protagonists in this particular way.

Play as Grace and Leon Resident Evil Requiem It feels incredibly distinct, as did Ellie and Abby. Of course, Ellie and Abby are much more capable in a survival scenario than Grace, at least because they're both hardened by their own worlds. But both still feel quite different when playing. Resident Evil Requiem If you take this approach, the difference will feel more dramatic. The age difference between Leon and Grace gives Ellie and Joel a serious vibe. It may not be as close as a father-daughter relationship, but it's clear that the two are closer to the end of the year. RequiemThis is your story. In a post-credits scene, Leon checks in on Grace at work after she returns to work as an FBI analyst. The two really felt like siblings in the finale, the last of us'The theme of creating a family of choice after much loss.

Both Grace and Ellie suffered sudden and tragic losses.

Grace and Ellie lose their parental roles in horribly violent and unexpected ways. Joel's Death the last of us part 2 It still causes controversy. Death of Alyssa Ashcroft Resident Evil Requiem It may not be very controversial, but the harsh violence of both deaths is similar. Considering how sudden and heartbreaking Alyssa's death was, Requiem's development team used Joel's murder as a working template.

Trauma in general is a big topic in both fields. Resident Evil Requiem and the last of us part 1 and Part 2. Grace and Leon must deal with their own demons. RequiemAnd Joel and Ellie have been through more than anyone else has to go through. Leon's Story Resident Evil Requiem It brings him back to where all his guilt began, and it's an amazing evolution for the character. Both games do an excellent job of exploring trauma in unique ways while remaining faithful to their respective worlds.

Resident Evil Requiem Sets a New Standard for the Future of the Series

Now the question on many fans' minds is what's next. resident evil After the game Requiem It will be in store. It must have been a few years ago resident evil 10The release date is approaching, but there are already a lot of theories out there. Requiem It told an interesting and well-crafted story, but it also left a lot of loose threads that Capcom is planning to hopefully tie up in the next mainline chapter.

Capcom even Resident Evil Requiem DLC is already in the works. A release date has not yet been announced, but hopefully this will answer any remaining questions. Requiem Or set the stage resident evil 10. For now, all fans can do until then is guess what awaits players next. Requiem proved resident evil Here's what it takes to capture emotional moments, and we'll look at this in more detail in the next chapter.