Summary
Ranking among the highest-rated games of all time,The Last of Us Part 2continues to inspire players, including one artistic fan who created a PS4 shadowbox themed around the iconic game. As audiences gear up forThe Last of Us Part 2to be adapted into the second season of HBO’sThe Last of Usdrama series, some are sharing their unique fan creations inspired by the hit franchise.
A wide variety ofThe Last of Us Part 2fan arthas caught the attention of the game’s community over the years, showcasing the longevity of the series' popularity. Putting a neat twist on the franchise’s core story element, one player has created a one-of-a-kind ode to both PlayStation andThe Last of Us.
The Last of Us Part 2fan Safe-Hope-172 shared a look at the impressive shadowbox schematic they made for a broken PS4 controller. InThe Last of Us Part 1andPart 2,the Cordyceps brain infectionwas caused by parasitic fungi, resulting in the mutation of victims into clickers and other infected monsters. Using a broken PlayStation 4 controller and building upon the Cordyceps fungi premise, Safe-Hope-172 created a stunningThe Last of Us Part 2shadowbox. The gorgeous piece features a 2D-3D schematic of the controller, showing its disassembled parts overgrown with artificial moss, fungi, and flora. References to the graffiti in the game are painted on the back of the shadowbox, along with distressing to make the artistic creation look as though it was pulled straight from the post-apocalyptic world ofThe Last of Us Part 2.
The Last Of Us Part 2 Remains A Fan-Favorite
In spite of early mixed reactions to thestoryline ofThe Last of Us Part 2, the post-apocalyptic sequel remains a beloved title and one of the most popular PlayStation games of all time. The game’s focus on franchise favorite Ellie helped lead the iconic title to earning a record-breaking number of Game of the Year awards. In the time since the game’s initial release, fans have continued to praise the sequel for its emotional storytelling and satisfying gameplay, both of which build upon the standards set by the first game in the series. While some may still be disappointed at Joel’s role in the second installment in the impactful franchise,The Last of Us Part 2has maintained a dedicated community and has kept many waiting for another story in the infected world ofThe Last of Us.
As fans hold out hope for an official announcement about athird installment inThe Last of Usfranchise, players continue to replay the first and second offerings, finding new tidbits to experience and enjoy. The community remains highly active, and the recent HBO television series has expanded interest in the series. Only time will tell if the success ofThe Last of Us Part 2will be enough to bring a third release to fruition.
The Last of Us Part 2
WHERE TO PLAY
Play the winner of over 300 Game of the Year awards, remastered for the PlayStation®5 console. Relive or play for the first time Ellie and Abby’s story, now with graphical enhancements, new gameplay modes like the roguelike survival experience No Return, full DualSense® wireless controller integration, and more. Five years after their dangerous journey across the post-pandemic United States, Ellie and Joel have settled down in Jackson, Wyoming. Living amongst a thriving community of survivors has allowed them peace and stability, despite the constant threat of the infected and other, more desperate survivors. When a violent event disrupts that peace, Ellie embarks on a relentless journey to carry out justice and find closur
