'I want people to be able to wrestle with it': Troy Baker wants 'The Last of Us' fans to go through the same pain that still haunts him years later

'I want people to be able to wrestle with it': Troy Baker wants 'The Last of Us' fans to go through the same pain that still haunts him years later

HomeNews, Other Content'I want people to be able to wrestle with it': Troy Baker wants 'The Last of Us' fans to go through the same pain that still haunts him years later

Whether or not Mazin adapts Joel's ending as it was, it's clear that we're not ready for what's to come with HBO's adaptation.

The Last of Us: How Pedro Pascal's Joel Changed OG actor Troy Baker's take on the character

Troy Baker's role as Joel in The Last of Us has become one of the most iconic voice acting roles in gaming history. Delicately nuanced, full of complexity, yet absolutely human, it's one of those works that only comes once per console generation.

As Craig Mazin and his team continue full steam ahead into development of the second season of HBO's adaptation, it's fascinating to look back at Baker's thoughts on the events of the original and discern what it might mean for the show's future.

When it first came out and pushed the PlayStation 3's capabilities to the limit, The Last of Us captivated everyone with its visuals, story and compelling characters.

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