The Last Of Us Part 3 Prequel Setting Divides Gamers

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Ever since The Last of Us Part 2 ended in 2020, fans have been wondering what’s next for the series. Although Naughty Dog is now developing a completely new game, many are still hoping for The Last of Us Part 3, and it continues to be a frequent topic of discussion.

Things got even more interesting when Neil Druckmann from Naughty Dog hinted at the future of The Last of Us Part III on Instagram in March, saying there are still “a few stops left” for the series. This has sparked a lot of debate among gamers about when and where a new game might take place, and who the main characters could be.

Some players aren’t sure another game is necessary. It’s understandable to be reluctant to say goodbye to something you enjoy – like many felt after a key character’s death – but it’s a valid point to consider.

One Reddit user wondered if the story feels complete, pointing out that Ellie forgives both Abby and Joel, and Abby and Lev reach Catalina. They question what a third game could focus on if it were to include either Ellie or Abby, as their arcs seem to have reached a natural conclusion.

The fates of Ellie, Dina, and Tommy are deliberately left open-ended, allowing players to draw their own conclusions. While it leaves some questions unanswered, it doesn’t feel like a mistake in the story, and isn’t substantial enough to warrant a whole new game based on it.

Most people seem to like the current direction, but some think a third game would be better as a prequel. There’s a lot of story potential in the years leading up to Joel and Ellie’s meeting, but it’s debatable whether that story is worth telling.

One Reddit user expressed a desire to learn more about Joel and Tommy’s past, specifically what they did during the twenty years between the initial outbreak and the events of the game. They suggested exploring how Joel and Tess met and the adventures they had together, adding that it would be great to play as Joel during those times.

One fan commented, “The game itself gives us all the information we need, so there’s no need to look for more.”

Most people seem to agree that a prequel wouldn’t be a good idea. We already know Joel and Tommy did terrible things just to stay alive, and it’s questionable whether showing those events would make for a compelling story. Plus, Joel doesn’t really start to change as a person until he meets Ellie, so a prequel might not have much of a meaningful narrative arc.

Given how popular The Last of Us is, PlayStation will probably revisit the series eventually. Hopefully, when they do, the new story will be well-received, unlike the divisive reactions to The Last of Us Part II.

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2026-05-01 02:20