The Last of Us Left Behind: play order, length and what is included
See when to play Left Behind, how long it takes and which current editions include it.
Applies to: Part I and earlier releases · premise spoilers only
The short answer
Play Left Behind after finishing the Part I main story on a first playthrough. It includes prequel scenes but also reveals information presented during the main campaign. Part I includes the rebuilt Left Behind chapter; a typical run takes about two to three hours.
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When to play
Finish Part I first on a first playthrough. Although part of Left Behind occurs earlier, its framing assumes knowledge from the main campaign and reveals a gap at a deliberate point in that story.
Which editions include it?
Part I includes a rebuilt Left Behind chapter. The PS4 Remastered package also includes the earlier version. On the original PS3 release it began as separate downloadable content.
How long?
A first story run commonly takes two to three hours. Searching for optional conversations, artifacts and trophies takes longer.
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