The Last of Us

The Last of Us (PS3, 2013) is a masterpiece of storytelling and survival horror, blending heart-wrenching drama with tense, resource-scavenging gameplay. As Joel and Ellie trek across a post-apocalyptic America, you’ll face brutal human enemies and terrifying Infected, using stealth, crafting, and desperate melee combat to survive. Its performances (Troy Baker, Ashley Johnson) and pulse-pounding set-pieces (like the hotel basement) set a new bar for narrative-driven games—and the PS3’s gritty visuals still hold up. A must-play that transcends gaming.