Resident Evil Requiem comes full circle with The Last of Us

Resident Evil Requiem is one of the strongest titles in the entire franchise, delivering a story filled with an amazing mix of wild action and sweat-inducing horror. Like stubborn Resident Evil fan, I had high expectations for this game. However, I did not expect it to be so emotional. Resident Evil VillageThe finale was a little heartbreaking, but Requiem dives even deeper into the emotional depth that the iconic zombie series is capable of. Resident Evil Requiem it's like a new era for the franchise, and maybe The last of us games for thanks.

In the past, Resident Evil the franchise is known for its scares and over-the-top moments. Chris Redfield boulder to boulder is one of the most spectacular and crazy examples. Even in RequiemLeon can deflect missiles if you really beat the mechanic. However, the series wasn't exactly known for emotional storytelling. Resident Evil Requiem really showed how future chapters can have all the essentials Resident Evil tropes and balance them with a meaningful narrative. The last of us series is still one of the best stories in horror gaming, and the first game was Resident Evil 4 thank. The latter helped inspire The last of usbut now Naughty Dog's post-apocalyptic story seems to have made an impact Requiem in several key aspects.

Major spoilers ahead Resident Evil Requiem and The last of us part 2.

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In 2013, former Naughty Dog designer Ricky Cambier shared some of the inspiration for The last of us in an interview with MMGN. He said: “We've always wanted to take character building and interaction, to look at something that far back in time Icoand mix it with suspense and action Resident Evil 4.” There were many games inspired Resident Evil 4 since its introduction in 2005. Its influence on The last of us may not be as straightforward as games Dead universebut Naughty Dog definitely took its tension to heart when developing its own zombie story.

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The last of usIt also resembles the approach to the main characters. Although Naughty Dog made Joel and Ellie incredibly unique protagonists, it's easy to see how Leon's primary mission to accompany Ashley helped inspire the direction The last of us would with his two characters.

The last of usThe first chapter was already emotionally heavy, but The last of us part 2 he delved even deeper. The last of us part 2The story is controversial, but it seems like some of Naughty Dog's choices have made an impact Requiem directed by Koshi Nakanishi. Aside from a more emotional story, the two most obvious similarities between these games are rooted in gritty gameplay and dual protagonists. Resident Evil is no stranger to dual protagonists, but this is the first time the series has used two main characters in this particular way.

They play as Grace and Leon Resident Evil Requiem she feels incredibly different, just like Ellie and Abby. Of course, Ellie and Abby were at least both hardened by their world, so they're much more capable in survival scenarios than Grace. Yet both feel completely different when played. Resident Evil Requiem takes this approach and makes the difference even more drastic. The age difference between Leon and Grace also gives off serious Ellie and Joel vibes. It may not be quite a father-daughter relationship, but it's clear the pair have grown closer towards the end of the year. Requiemstory. In the post-credit scenes, Leon checks on Grace at work after she returns to her job as an FBI analyst. The two feel like brother and sister in the finale, which she leans into The last of us' theme of creating a chosen family after so many losses.

Both Grace and Ellie have dealt with sudden, tragic losses

Grace and Ellie end up losing their parental figures in horribly violent and unexpected ways. Joel's death in The last of us part 2 still sparks debate. Death of Alyssa Ashcroft v Resident Evil Requiem may not be nearly as controversial, but the raw violence of the two deaths is parallel. Given how sudden and heartbreaking Alyssa's death is, it wouldn't be surprising if RequiemThe development team used Joel's murder as a template to work from.

Trauma in general is a huge theme in both Resident Evil Requiem and The last of us part 1 and Part 2. Grace and Leon have their own demons to face Requiemand Joel and Ellie have been through more than anyone should. Leon's story v Resident Evil Requiem it brings him back to where all his guilt started and it's a wonderful development of the character. These two games do a great job of exploring trauma in unique ways that are also true to their worlds.

Resident Evil Requiem sets a new standard for the future of the series

Now the question on many fans' minds is what's next Resident Evil after the game Requiem will have in stock. It will be a few years before Resident Evil 10The release date is here, but there have already been many theories. Requiem it told an engaging and well-crafted story, but it also left a lot of loose threads that Capcom hopefully plans to tie up in the next chapter of the main line.

Capcom even confirmed that a Resident Evil Requiem DLC is already in the works. A release date has yet to be announced, but hopefully it will answer the questions left hanging afterwards Requiem or prepare the ground for Resident Evil 10. At this point, all fans can do is speculate about what's next for the player until then. Requiem he did it Resident Evil he has what it takes to get his emotional moments and the next chapter will hopefully explore that further.