The Last of Us episode 7 review: Left Behind

A fun look at Ellie and her past with Riley as they spend time in an abandoned mall while confronting each other’s differing ideologies with FEDRA and the Fireflies, but there is little more to it. Scenes are almost lifted from the game but feel empty despite exquisite performances from Bella Ramsey and Storm Reid that saves the episode and elevates the plot as much as they can.… Read More The Last of Us episode 7 review: Left Behind

The Last of Us episode 6 review: Complexity of family

Family is the central theme of this episode, showing the complexities of the found and blood family while making sure to show the effects the world and loss has had on Joel. Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey deliver powerhouse performances, but the ending of the episode is underwhelming and takes away from an otherwise perfect episode.… Read More The Last of Us episode 6 review: Complexity of family

The Last of Us episode 4 review: Vengeance At All Costs

Episode 4 expands the world even more by taking Joel further out of Boston, stopping in Kansas City to face a group of people set out on vengeance. This episode builds up the relationship between Joel and Ellie perfectly, through tricky situations and the odd bad joke. The episode could benefit from a longer runtime and some scenes feel forced but still a fantastic episode. … Read More The Last of Us episode 4 review: Vengeance At All Costs