The Last of Us series is a story-driven survival action game set in a world devastated by a fungal infection that has turned much of humanity into violent infected. The games follow different survivors as they struggle to live in a ruined United States filled with abandoned cities, hostile groups, and dangerous infected.
The series is known for its grounded gameplay, where ammunition and supplies are limited and players must rely on stealth, crafting, and careful decisions to survive. Exploration plays a large role, with environments that tell the story of a collapsed society slowly being reclaimed by nature.
Across the series, the focus remains on character-driven storytelling and the relationships between survivors trying to navigate a harsh and unforgiving world.