A “The Last of Us” clone has cropped up on Nintendo’s eShop website, though calling it a “clone” is a bit generous. The game, which clearly attempts to look just like the popular post-apocalyptic action-adventure game, is currently available for purchase via the Nintendo eShop for less than one British pound.
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Here’s the official trailer for “The Last Hope – Dead Zone Survival,” the TLOU clone on the Nintendo Switch:
It’s about as rough as you’d expect, with many drawing comparisons to mobile games due to the relatively poor graphics quality and bland UI among other things. Other than the name and post-apocalyptic setting, The Last Hope also shares similar character designs with The Last of Us, with the clone game’s “Eva” character heavily resembling Ellie from TLOU.
Here’s a comparison between a poster from The Last of Us and The Last Hope’s wallpaper:
Have a look at the official description of The Last Hope, taken from the game’s Nintendo eShop page:
Features:
– Storytelling and Narrative
– Captivating Plot
– Immersive Graphics
– Engaging Gameplay Mechanics
– Unknown Locations
– Challenging Missions
– Variety of Weapons
– Meaningful Choices
The Last Hope: Dead Zone Survival is an intense storyline game set in an apocalyptic world overrun by hordes of ravenous zombies. As the main character, your sole objective is to survive and find a way to escape the nightmarish chaos that surrounds you.
To endure the challenges ahead, you must undertake daring missions that test your survival skills. Each mission you take can be the difference between life and death.
As you navigate the treacherous city streets, you’ll encounter diverse locations that hold the key to your survival. Journey to the library to safe an innocent girl from reckless zombies, head on to the pharmacy to secure vital medical supplies, explore the police station to arm yourself with powerful weaponry, and venture into the dark depths of the metro tunnels, where unexpected horrors await. Each location presents its own set of challenges pushing you closer to your ultimate goal: escaping the city on a ship to a safer haven and saving the girl, as each life matters when all you have left is the The Last Hope.
In this game, your combat skills will be put to the test as you face relentless waves of zombies. Employ a variety of weapons to fend off the gruesome undead menace. Aim for headshots to maximize your chances of survival and conserve precious ammunition.
The game’s immersive atmosphere is enhanced by its detailed visuals, eerie sound design, and a gripping storyline that unfolds as you progress.
Do you have what it takes to survive the relentless onslaught of the undead, complete harrowing missions, and ultimately find your way to safety? Brace yourself for a heart-pounding journey in The Last Hope: Dead Zone Survival.
It’s unclear as to how this game managed to get onto the eShop store or whether or not it’ll be taken down at some point due to its striking similarities with The Last of Us. It wouldn’t be surprising if Naughty Dog took action against this game and its devs, however.