When The Last of Us finally arrived on PC, fans were thrilled—but cautious. Known for its emotionally charged story and tight third-person gameplay, the original PS3 and PS4 versions set a high bar. So how does the PC port hold up?

Visually, the PC version offers greater customization—resolution scaling, unlocked frame rates, ultra-wide support, and ray-traced lighting. On high-end rigs, the game looks even more stunning than its console counterparts, with enhanced shadows, improved textures, and crisp detail.

However, launch issues marred the initial release. Crashes, shader compilation stutters, and memory leaks plagued early adopters. Fortunately, Naughty Dog and Iron Galaxy responded quickly with patches, and many of the major problems have been smoothed out—though lower-end systems still struggle.

Gameplay remains faithful to the original. Joel and Ellie’s journey is as gripping as ever. The tension of stealth combat, brutal encounters, and survival crafting all translate well with mouse and keyboard, though controller remains the preferred setup for many.

Accessibility features—carried over from the PS5 remake—are a major win. High-contrast modes, customizable UI, and full remapping ensure more players can experience the game comfortably.

While the launch was rocky, the PC version now stands as a worthy adaptation, especially for those who missed the console release. It delivers one of gaming’s greatest stories—now with sharper visuals and broader reach.