Part 9/11:
The Last of Us franchise, once celebrated for its storytelling and emotional depth, now faces an uncertain future regarding its reputation. The fallout from Part II’s divisive release, combined with these mass discounts and surplus stocks, paints a picture of a franchise that has suffered from overhype, misjudged consumer expectations, and controversial creative decisions.
Gamers and industry watchers will be watching closely to see how Naughty Dog and Sony respond. Will they double down and try to revive trust, or will this discounting spree be the beginning of a long decline? Only time will tell.