The Last of Us Remastered Graphics Comparison: PS3 vs. PS4

We take a splitscreen look at the difference between the PS3 and PS4 versions of The Last Of Us.

Take a look at the difference from the original 720p 30 frames a second, to the new 1080p 60 frames per second version. How much better do you think it is?

[ThatEnglishDude]

Another comparison?

[Derekvinyard13]

This is at least the 10th one

[Letthewookiewin]

"One of the best games Ive ever played"., me. But fuck stop with these comparison articles its superb on PS4! Its like i upgraded my video card for 50$ and now have a better looking game

[lifeisgamesok]

Anyone who feels there's anything other than a slight change is lying to themselves

[Eamon]

Hmm, I'm inclined to agree.

I mean, The Last of Us looked fantastic on the PS3. But it's a little disappointing that the PS4 version doesn't look too different.

Nevertheless, my PS4 copy should be arriving this Friday.

[Rageanitus]

Agreed, it was a bit disappointing that the PS4 version will have a drastic change in texture and lighting quality. I guess that is why its called a remaster vs a remake.

It's great that they managed to achieve 60FPS and 1080P.... this is very welcome and I hope all ps4 games do this in the future.

[Ares84HU]

Are you guys looking at the same comparison I am? Because there is a pretty big difference. I also have the PS3 and PS4 version myself and just compared it last night. The differences are very clear. Also in the PS4 version you get the DLC as well. All for $49.99, not a bad deal if you ask me.

[Angels3785]

Don't tell me let me guess...oh look what a surprise.

So the reviewers...and pretty much anyone but you are lying to themselves?

If it really was disappointing...we wouldn't need an xbox loyal telling us. There would be articles...kinda like how when forza 5 and ryse got downgraded? Or when ryse and dead rising 3 had huge frame drops?

[XiNarutoUzumaki]

Dat 60FPS gameplay though. That's where the real difference is. Even navigating the menus is noticeable.

You have to say the same over and over don't ya. Like if Graphics is the only thing considered here. We get it; there isn't a big difference, but all the improvements and the 60FPS gameplay are the most important factors here.

[marlinfan10]

yeah its not a huge change but its still a great game so whatever. its good for people like me who didnt play the entire game the first time or people that didnt get to play it at all.

[XiNarutoUzumaki]

I hope you are enjoying it. Been playing the MP nonstop.

[marlinfan10]

ive been loving it so far. havnt touched the MP yet though, i wana finish the story first.

[DigitalRaptor]

Stop lying to yourself and everybody else. There's nothing "slight" about this.

1080p is over 2x the number of pixels on screen affording a significant and noticeable change in visual clarity and detail you would never have noticed before. Reduces jaggies to near non-existent.

60FPS is double the number of frames the PS3 version ran and affords a completely new feel to the gameplay.

4x the detail in textures, 2x the shadow details, improved lighting, improved draw distances, no visible texture streaming. All drastic changes in of themselves.

The environmental detail was never as clean as this in the PS3 version:
https://farm4.staticflickr....
http://i5.minus.com/iM0QzPA...
http://i.cubeupload.com/ssI...
http://i5.minus.com/iE6TE8H...
http://i6.minus.com/i6AqWBP...
http://i1.minus.com/ibcKyPh...
http://i3.minus.com/iCwO0Am...
http://abload.de/img/thelas...

Cutscene character models, whilst the PS3 version was less detailed by quite some. You're lying to yourself if the PS3 version's in-game character models looked nearly as godly as these:

http://i7.minus.com/ibkwfC3...
http://i1.minus.com/iLcgt5W...
http://i1.minus.com/iQbr0g6...
http://i.picpar.com/mKX.jpg
http://i2.minus.com/iNQnoML...
http://i5.minus.com/ib2tP48...
http://i7.minus.com/ibs4wUf...
http://i.picpar.com/7NX.jpg
http://i.picpar.com/gKX.jpg
http://abload.de/img/thelas...
http://i4.minus.com/iQHd3i1...
http://i1187.photobucket.co...

Not even close to the PS3 version. And that is all in-game, so don't kid yourself. You can only take photos in-game.

This area looked horrible on the PS3 version, and now looks lovely on PS4: http://abload.de/img/thelas...

You only have to visit the NeoGAF photomode thread to see that the up in detail is astounding: http://www.neogaf.com/forum...

[Bathyj]

Unbelievable. I think the usual suspects trying to downplay these graphics dont even realize, those pix were taken in game. Thats exactly what you see when playing it other than the angles.

Joels shirt blows me away. Look at the threadcount in that flannel. His stubble, the pores in his skin. The fact that guy he is strangling looks like he was smoking dope.

Theres so much detail to look at and it looks great. Why is anyone even doubting the graphics just because its not Uncharted 4 level yet? Trust me, Naughty Dog will raise the bar so high again, most wont touch it with a cherry picker.

Theres so much eyecandy here my eyes just became diabetic.

[ATi_Elite]

You are gonna be my console liason and graphics expert next time I need to compare a 1600p 60fps PC version to its console multiat because you sir know what you are talking about.

So now im gonna have to save this post and use it against you every time you say there basically no difference between PC verion and its console multiplat lol

You even pointed out all the differences and have links for proof.

Awesome job and bubbles up for well said.

[christian hour]

Case in point; I had no idea Joel had some light chest hair until I seen these screens captured in the ps4 remaster.

COME ON THURSDAY NIGHT! I cant take the wait any longer especially with all these gorgeous screens hitting the internet :(

[RevXM]

Lighting, draw distance, water, particles and effects in general have been upgraded.

One thing I noticed was the reflection and clarity on glass was so good. Dont think the Ps3 version had clear windows and as good looking reflections. I noticed just when you first meet Ellie and you walk through the the building with the appartment where joel Lays down on the couch to kill some time.
In the hallway there is broken glass on the floor and the view through the windows was sort of nice. better than what I remember.

Also for some reason moving containers and stuff around is way more smooth now than what I remember. ND have done some slight tweaks to gameplay also.

I also thought that the pixelated shadows at 60FPS would drive me nuts, but screenshots must have been zoomed in I guess cause it didn't bother as much as I expected and it feels great at 60FPS. But I do still hope they can improve it with a patch, make some optimazation that allows for the same shadows as 30fps mode maybe or any improvement but that is me being picky about my next gen shadows, game looks gorgeus nonetheless.

[Bathyj]

Im sorry, but like YOU would know, you havent played either version have you?

I'm playing it and it looks great, the detail is incredible and its as smooth as a velvet child. Textures are much improved and the framerate looks rock solid.

Yes, they are the same game, what do you expect it to look like, it was already one of the most impressive looking games on a console. But saying theyre the same in like saying a Rib-Eye is just the same as a minute steak, theyre both beef arent they?

Videos just dont tell the story, and arent good enough for this gen, even when they are 1080p, its not the same as playing it. Anyone sitting back and watching a video and writing the difference off as minor is lying to themselves. And others.

You want to see the difference. Play them. Then use the photomode, which Sony is not scared to do with their games, because it lets you put every single detail under a powerful microscope and a bright light letting you zoom right in on almost anything and exposing any defects.

Let me tell you brother, there aint many.

[EData]

That's honestly a testament to Naughty Dog's great abilities. Reviewers are calling it the best looking next gen game and all ND had to do was update the res, textures a bit and a few other things. It's hard to improve on how great it already looked. I think it does look better on PS4 no doubt, but it also looked great on PS3.

I can't wait to see what ND does with Uncharted 4.

[incredibleMULK]

agreed. which is why i'll wait for it to be free on playstation plus.

game looks exactly the same. I just want to play it with normal triggers and not that r1 l1 bullsh1t.

[LordMaim]

You keep telling yourself that.

[Bathyj]

I dont know whats funnier, that you might actually believe that, or in your hate youre trying to downplay PS4 but actually saying this http://i4.minus.com/iQHd3i1... http://abload.de/img/thelas... is what a PS3 game looks like.

[Corpser]

The difference is pretty much same as what the pc version of a multi platform game looks like compared to the ps3 version last gen

[Neixus]

Enough with the youtube video comparisons, if you're going to compare the game through video, atleast choose Gamersyde.

As youtube compresses the video, and doesn't fully support 60fps, it's a waste.

Pictures are what that shows how good this game looks

This is captured IN-GAME with photo mode; https://farm6.staticflickr....

If you seriously can't see any differences, your eyes may be damaged.
Heres Nathan Drake in uncharted 4 for reference ;)
http://images.gamersyde.com...

[frankiebeans]

it plays better but its not that much better looking at all, it already was a good looking game.

[Moe-Gunz]

Videos make it seem like there isn't a decent size difference in graphics. Playing it is a different story. It looks stunning.

[cyclindk]

Finally played the dlc, simply excellent story-telling and a lot of fun to play.

Great job ND.

[Reaper29r]

This was completely over hyped. All the "TLoU runs on a next gen engine held back by PS3" is not true. I caved in and ended up grabbing it last night since game stop had a trade up deal ($25 off). But the differences are definitely minimal. Kinda pissed me off because when the intro cut scene started I was like WHOA this looks insane (explains why they always showed cut scenes and not game play, think about it). But when those ended and transitioned (like a slap to the face I might add) I was like wtf is this. Gave it more time to at least see the outside environments and was disappointed for the most part there as well. I was expecting at least some good AA along with the 1080p for a super sharp picture but it was still pretty jaggy (buildings, stairs, and ladders show this the best). I sat 7 feet away since I have a 55 inch Bravia and could still see all the aliasing. I would say the only decent and truly noticeable improvement was the frame rate. And that during intense parts drop to the mid 40s I'd say. Not a bad thing because it normally runs smooth but the 30fps lock was definitely due to this, their reasoning is bs as I suspected since they announced it. And only CERTAIN textures. Some stuff still looks like a smeared or blobbed mess. It's still a classic and great game, but it's the graphics upgrade being rated and I would say if you already own this on PS3 and have all the DLC save your money. Definitely not worth full price all over again. The game stop trade in is until August 3rd if you still have your PS3 copy and want to "upgrade". Of course some blind fan boys will disagree. They're lying to themselves, rent or borrow the game first if you can and see for yourself. I know this is PS and ND country where nothing negative goes so you can bring on all your hate IDC. I have 20/15 vision with a great set up so I know it's not me and you guys are just lying to yourselves.

[Funky Town_TX]

I never understood the hype around the game in the first place.

[CernaML]

"Not a bad thing because it normally runs smooth but the 30fps lock was definitely due to this, their reasoning is bs as I suspected since they announced it. "

Buuullllshhhhiiiiit.

Ive given this remaster at least a good 3 hours so far and the frame rate has been rock solid for at least 95% of the time. The lock is most definitely NOT for those rare drops.