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The Last Of Us

Review · Action · PlayStation 3 · PlayStation 4

The Last Of Us

By the LumiKin editors

Reviewed: 01 May 2026

PlayStation 3 · PlayStation 4

Naughty Dog · 2013

LumiScore

80/100

Recommended

The Last Of Us is an action-adventure game that fosters empathy and critical thinking through its compelling narrative, but contains intense violence and mature themes.

Growth (BDS)

67

Risk (RIS)

0

Daily limit

120min

Age guidance

17+

Developmental benefits

B1Cognitive
0.74
B2Social-emotional
0.50
B3Motor
0.75

The Last Of Us offers a deeply engaging narrative that fosters empathy and critical thinking through its compelling characters and difficult moral choices in a post-apocalyptic world. Players will develop strong problem-solving, strategic thinking, and spatial awareness skills as they navigate extensive levels and adapt to dynamic enemy AI.

Design risks

R1Dopamine pressure
0.00
R2Monetization
0.00
R3Social risk
0.00

The game features intense, realistic violence, including combat with infected humans and other survivors, as well as strong themes of fear and horror. The mature content, including language, requires careful consideration for younger audiences.

Heads up

  • Monthly spendTypical real-money spend by engaged players: $0–0/mo.
Avg playtime~15 hReviewedApr 2026How scores are calculated →

Parents ask…

Is The Last Of Us safe for kids?

LumiKin gives The Last Of Us a LumiScore of 80/100, recommended for ages 17 and up. It scores well on developmental benefits with manageable risks.

What age is The Last Of Us appropriate for?

LumiKin's rubric recommends a minimum age of 17+ for The Last Of Us (M), based on benefits, risks, and content review.

How long should kids play The Last Of Us?

LumiKin's recommended play time for The Last Of Us is Up to 2 hours/day, calibrated to the game's dopamine, monetization, and social-pressure profile.

What are the main risks of The Last Of Us?

The game features intense, realistic violence, including combat with infected humans and other survivors, as well as strong themes of fear and horror. The mature content, including language, requires careful consideration for younger audiences.