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Now a decade old, the original The Last of Us was released at a time when every game came with a multiplayer mode added on, as well as paid DLC expansions.<\/p>\n
2022 remake The Last of Us Part 1<\/a> did not include the fan-favourite Factions multiplayer mode \u2013 that will instead be getting a standalone sequel<\/a> \u2013 but the acclaimed expansion is bundled in for free.<\/p>\n Titled Left Behind, the DLC once again puts you in control of Ellie and adds some extra character development that recontextualises the rest of the game.<\/p>\n However, the use of flashbacks makes deciding when to play Left Behind a bit of a pickle \u2013 but luckily we\u2019re here with some recommendations. Here\u2019s when to play Left Behind and how long it will take, without any spoilers!<\/p> Chronologically, Left Behind takes place both before and during the events of The Last of Us, making it difficult to play the entire story in order.<\/p>\n However, as DLC Left Behind was designed to be played after completing the main game, and upon release came with a message on the main menu recommending you finish the campaign first, Left Behind is far more effective once you are familiar with Ellie and her journey, and retroactively adds some interesting context to key moments in the main story.<\/p>\n However, if you\u2019ve played the game before and are set on a chronological playthrough then Left Behind takes place during the time skip between autumn and winter. Play it just after completing the University chapter<\/a> and just before starting the Lakeside Resort chapter.<\/p> When should you play The Last of Us: Left Behind?<\/strong><\/h2>\n