The highly anticipated release of The Last of Us Part 2 Remastered for PlayStation 5 on January 19, 2024, has brought some exciting revelations for fans of the game series. The latest news, as reported by The Gamer, is that the remastered version includes the first in-game confirmation of Ellie's surname.

Reddit user tomdurnell was quick to spot a tiny reference on a space suit worn by Ellie in a trailer for the new roguelike mode. Upon closer inspection, the nametag on the suit reveals Ellie's surname as "E. Williams." This confirmation comes after previous mentions by Neil Druckmann, the co-president of developer Naughty Dog, and through design documents and the Japanese game manual. However, this is the first time Ellie's surname has actually appeared in a The Last of Us game, as the developers had previously remained tight-lipped about the surnames of their characters.

The inclusion of Ellie's space suit as a costume in the No Return roguelike mode adds an exciting twist to the gameplay. Players will now have the opportunity to fight through waves of enemies across different maps while dressed as Ellie and other main characters, including Dina, with various wild and wacky costumes, such as the space suit.

The Last of Us Part 2: Remastered not only brings the game to Sony's current console generation, but also introduces several additional features. Apart from the No Return mode, players can explore three Lost Levels with developer commentary, enjoy guitar free play, experience graphical enhancements, and take advantage of DualSense integration, among other upgrades.

For existing owners of the original game on PS4, there is an option to upgrade to the PS5 version for a discounted price of $10. Additionally, save files can be seamlessly imported, ensuring a smooth transition for players wanting to continue their journey with Ellie in the remastered edition.

As fans eagerly await the release of The Last of Us Part 2 Remastered, the newfound revelation of Ellie's surname in the game's new roguelike mode adds another layer of depth and excitement to an already immersive gaming experience.