A talented Last of Us fan has crafted an exquisite piece of pixel art that showcases a truly wholesome animated moment between the game's main characters, Joel and Ellie. Originally released in 2013, The Last of Us tells the harrowing story of Ellie, a young girl who is immune to the Cordyceps infection, and Joel, a smuggler learning to deal with the heartbreak of losing his daughter. Set in one of gaming's most horrific yet stunning environments, the Naughty Dog title pulls at the heartstrings of many players who experience its intense journey throughout post-apocalyptic America.
Filled with raw emotion, sacrifice and traumatizing encounters, it's easy to see why fans believe that The Last of Us has one of gaming's saddest storylines. However, beneath the game's somber and brutal exterior, many touching moments can be found by players, especially involving protagonists Ellie and Joel.
In a post on Reddit, digital artist KillerRabbitMedia has shown off their incredible pixel art animation of Joel and Ellie as they share a beautiful moment together. In the stunning piece of art, Joel is seen playing his iconic guitar as Ellie writes in her journal from The Last of Us, glazing up now and again to listen to him strumming. KillerRabbitMedia included a cozy fire between the two to really hone in on the wholesome vibes, while also incorporating a small jar with a firefly trapped inside that sits by Joel's feet.