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The Last of Us: Left Behind Stand Alone

Review · Action · PlayStation 3 · PlayStation 4

The Last of Us: Left Behind Stand Alone

By the LumiKin editors

Reviewed: 01 May 2026

PlayStation 3 · PlayStation 4

Sony Interactive Entertainment · 2015

LumiScore

55/100

Good

The Last of Us: Left Behind Stand Alone is an action game fostering problem solving and critical thinking through its intense narrative, containing strong language and violence.

Growth (BDS)

42

Risk (RIS)

22

Daily limit

120min

Age guidance

17+

Developmental benefits

B1Cognitive
0.46
B2Social-emotional
0.37
B3Motor
0.35

The Last of Us: Left Behind offers a deeply engaging narrative that explores themes of friendship, loyalty, and survival in a post-apocalyptic world. Players will develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills as they navigate dangerous environments and make difficult choices. The story encourages empathy and emotional intelligence through its strong character development and exploration of complex relationships. The game's survival-action gameplay provides opportunities for strategic thinking and reaction time development.

Design risks

R1Dopamine pressure
0.00
R2Monetization
0.00
R3Social risk
0.00

The game contains intense violence, strong language, and disturbing thematic elements, consistent with its M rating. The focus on survival in a dangerous world may be frightening or overwhelming for younger or more sensitive players. While there are natural stopping points, the compelling narrative may encourage extended play sessions.

Heads up

  • Monthly spendTypical real-money spend by engaged players: $0–0/mo.
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Parents ask…

Is The Last of Us: Left Behind Stand Alone safe for kids?

LumiKin gives The Last of Us: Left Behind Stand Alone a LumiScore of 55/100, recommended for ages 17 and up. It offers solid benefits but needs parental guidance on the risks.

What age is The Last of Us: Left Behind Stand Alone appropriate for?

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

How long should kids play The Last of Us: Left Behind Stand Alone?

LumiKin's recommended play time for The Last of Us: Left Behind Stand Alone is Up to 120 min/day, calibrated to the game's dopamine, monetization, and social-pressure profile.

What are the main risks of The Last of Us: Left Behind Stand Alone?

The game contains intense violence, strong language, and disturbing thematic elements, consistent with its M rating. The focus on survival in a dangerous world may be frightening or overwhelming for younger or more sensitive players. While there are natural stopping points, the compelling narrative may encourage extended play sessions.