Adecade after its release, an Easter egg for The Last of Us has been revealed by Naughty Dog that has gone missed by many. The Last of Us and its sequel have been known to harbor some fascinating hidden gems, but this recent reveal is a simple, but surprising, addition to that list.
Every year, The Last of Us is celebrated by Naughty Dog on September 26. This day, referred to by fans as "The Last of Us Day", marks the date in the game that the Cordyceps outbreak occurs. Naughty Dog usually has content planned for this celebration, and this year included the reveal of a special Easter egg in The Last of Us that allows players to manually change the menu's lighting. This in-game secret has likely been missed by the majority of players, but it's incredibly easy to implement.
The Last of Us multiplayer had untapped potential for innovation, so any future attempt should deliver on something Factions never did.
The Last of Us Part 1's Menu Easter Egg Explained
A Simple Feature Hidden in Plain Sight
This particular Easter egg has already been experienced by those who have played the Left Behind DLC. In the game's menu, the lighting in the scene will change when players select Left Behind, but this can also be done manually. The original version of the menu scene features a window sill with warm sunset-like lighting shining into the room. However, when a specific button sequence is done by players, it changes the lighting to a brighter light that makes the room look like it's now in the middle of the day. It's a small change, but it's fascinating that players have gone so long without being aware that this change could be made whenever one wants.
How to Enact the Easter Egg For The Last of Us' Menu
- The button sequence is Down, Down, Up, Up, Left, Down, Right, Triangle (E on PC)
Although this series of button presses doesn't change the game in any major way, it's still an interesting way to customize the menu. The Naughty Dog roster has featured many notable titles, and The Last of Us began a new era for the company. Since the first game kicked off the post-apocalyptic franchise, a live-action HBO adaptation has become a huge hit, and hopes of The Last of Us 3 continue to grow. Small details like this are one of the many reasons why Naughty Dog has continued to grow in its success, because Easter eggs like this help showcase the amount of thought and care that goes into a game's development.
Naughty Dog has yet to announce The Last of Us 3, but Neil Druckmann has confirmed that he has crafted a story outline.
The Last of Us is filled with unexpected Easter eggs. One of the most notable to be featured in the game is in the opening scene that puts players in control of Joel's daughter, Sarah. When players make specific choices, the screen of the TV in Joel's home will suddenly change to a picture of an ant infected by a real-life Cordyceps infection. It's a spooky omen of what is about to transpire, and it went a long time without being discovered as well.
Hopes For More Updates About The Last of Us Franchise
Despite this Easter egg reveal being a fun piece of insight in honor of "The Last of Us Day", some fans have been frustrated at the lack of updates in regard to where the franchise is headed. After The Last of Us Online was canceled, many have been curious about The Last of Us 3 news.
