Summary
Astro Bot’s Joel cameo appears to settle an age-old debate in the eyes of someThe Last of Usfans.Now that PlayStation has created a full-fledged video game around Astro, who is generally considered the gaming brand’s new mascot,Astro Botfans have another, larger batch of references to appreciate, one of which shows Team Asobi potentially taking a side in one ofThe Last of Uscommunity’s biggest conflicts.
One of the things players have been enjoying the most aboutAstro Botis the way that the game highlights minute details of beloved video game characters.Astro Botachieves this through its numerous cameos, using stylized versions of the game’s titular character to pay homage to other franchises. Some cameos are taken to the next level through props that can be acquired for the PlayStation-themed bots, with Joel wielding one of his two go-to throwable distraction tools. c
Astro Bot’sThe Last of Uscameo displays Joel carrying a brick, whichsome Redditorshave taken as a definitive answer to the debate over which item is better in the series' games. The many who have played throughThe Last of Usgamestend to have a preference between bottles or bricks as they fight through the post-apocalyptic world, with everything from their look and sound to their durability being taken into consideration. Either can be used as a melee or throwing weapon, and while the brick is statistically better, the choice often comes down to what players vibe with. Still, it seems likeAstro Botis agreeing with the community’s concensus on the superior throwable.
Astro Bot Settles The Last of Us' Brick vs. Bottle Debate
This makes sense, as there is an actual difference inbottles and bricks inThe Last of Usgames. Players have recognized that the brick is considerably more effective in melee combat, available for three hits, with some gamers nicknaming brick attacks as the “three-piece combo.” In contrast, the bottle breaks after one hit during melee gameplay, though someLast of Usplayershave argued that it can stun enemies longer when it’s thrown. Still, a majority of players prefer to use the brick because it feels like it would make more sense in survival combat. Additionally, the fact that Ellie is carrying a bow in her cameo can be considered a testament to its usefulness, in addition to how much it fits her character, so the same would make sense for the brick.
Astro Botgoes out of its way to offer entertaining cameos. So far, it’s pleased many fans,Last of Usfans included.The Last of Usdid not get aHero Stage, but ifAstro Boteventually adds more content through some DLC or a sequel, then perhaps it will get even more love from Team Asobi.
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