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The Last of Usseries has been one of the best in gaming andThe Last of Us Part 3is one of the most awaited titles. Naughty Dog and Neil Druckmann have already confirmed that a third title is coming and we know exactly what they can do with the upcoming game.
What the third title could do is use the Swarm Engine seen in games like Space Marine 2. Why you ask? Well, hordes are an established trope in zombie media. Apart from that, we’ve seen it done well already in games like Days Gone. But with the Swarm Engine, it can reach a height of quality that we haven’t seen before.
The Last of Us Part 3Has So Many Options To Explore
The Last of Us Part 2took daring steps in character development. The depiction of Ellie’s maturation and moral struggles amidst a broken world was full of controversial narrative decisions, and Naughty Dog could build on this inPart 3.
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In the upcoming sequel, one thing the devs could do is take inspiration from a popular zombie media trope and add hordes. Ellie could face even more challenges not just from single enemies but from swarming groups like we often see on TV or in other games.
I’ve seen enough, the swarm engine is another custom engine better than UE5pic.twitter.com/2oa3pymHuy
One of the reasonsSpace Marine 2has garnered so much attention isits proprietary Swarm Engine, which allows for hundreds of enemies to swarm the player simultaneously.
I have understood why I love risk of rain(1, 2, returns) Helldivers 2, and Space marine 2… They’re horde shooters, and I have very bad aim, so I technically hit all my shots just cause there’s so many of thempic.twitter.com/JAVCjCkhlT
Another reason Naughty Dog may want to look atSpace Marine 2’s mechanics is that the swarm concept could create a unique story dynamic inTLOU Part 3. Ellie’s character arc, which has evolved from a teenage survivor to a vengeful fighter, could
The Story Could Also Use The Swarm Feature
There’s also the question of howThe Last of Uscan keep its emotional storytelling while integrating large-scale, swarm-based combat. The relationship between Ellie and her surrogate father figure, Joel,and her own growthas a survivor is the series’ emotional backbone.
Naughty Dog has already outlined The Last of Us 3, but it’s not in development yet.Neil Druckmann says “I did write an outline for a story, that we’re not making – but I hope one day can see the light of day – that explores a little bit what happens after this game. We’ll see.“pic.twitter.com/K5fA8xDte1
In Part 3, Ellie could assume a role as a guardian or mentor to a new character, such as JJ. Imagine a situation where Ellie is fighting for her life but also defending Dina or JJ from an infected swarm. In a way, it would add to her already-developing character
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Unlike Space Marine 2’s battlefield-oriented approach,The Last of Usthrives on slow-burn suspense and psychological tension. A swarm of enemies, if managed withThe Last of Us’ more grounded approach, could serve as a metaphor for Ellie’s relentless inner battles.
Given the anticipation surroundingThe Last of Us Part 3, fans are eager to see where the devs will take us next. Director Neil Druckmann has hinted at an outline forPart 3, though no specific details have been revealed.
Do you think this would work inTLOU Part 3? Let us know in the comments!
Daniel Royte
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As part of the FandomWire team, Daniel has followed the hero-shooter genre closely with a focus on titles like VALORANT, Apex Legends, and Marvel Rivals. You can also find him providing insight on the latest AAA titles from Elden Ring to GTA 6 and exploring the world of gacha games like Genshin Impact and Wuthering Waves. With more than 1,000 articles under his belt, you’ll need to look no further for a unique insight into every situation.If he’s not looking for the latest video game news, you’ll find him cheering on Ferrari in the race tracks of Formula 1 or at the theatres for the latest MCU releases.
