The Last of Us Now Steam Deck Compatible? Here’s What You Need to Know

It has been confirmed that the 2023 PC edition of Naughty Dog’s remake of The Last of Us Part 1 is now Steam Deck compatible. While Gabe Newell and his team’s Steam PC client impacted the industry, Valve was once known primarily as a game developer, releasing iconic games like Half-Life, Portal, and Left 4 Dead. This year, the Washington-based company displayed its hardware prowess with the Steam Deck portable system.

Although The Last of Us Part 1 is still a PS5 exclusive, it was revealed during this year’s Game Awards that it would be released on PC on March 3, 2023. The game, which debuted in September, is a remake of the 2013 original TLoU. Naughty Dog’s franchise has typically only been available on PlayStation systems, but with the remake’s release on PC, individuals without a Sony machine will be able to enjoy the highly regarded post-apocalyptic game.

Steam Deck has experienced some wholesome competition as a result of this influence. There is obviously room in the video game business for numerous handheld devices that effectively serve as portable PCs, as demonstrated by the OneXPlayer, a competitor to Valve’s gadget. Additionally, it’s likely that the system may have a rise in sales the following year as The Last of Us Part 1 is now available on the Deck.

“The Last Of Us Part I’s PC production gave us the chance to expand the game”, according to game director Matthew Gallant. “We gained a lot of knowledge from creating Uncharted: Legacy Of Thieves Collection earlier this year on the PC, and we are eager to create The Last Of Us Part I for the platform as well.”

Fans may acquire “bonus supplements to increase your skill set” and “bonus weapon components to expand your arsenal” by pre-purchasing the game.

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