
The Last Guardian is an action adventure puzzle game developed by genDESIGN and Japan Studio and published by Sony Interactive Entertainment. It was released on December 6, 2016 for PlayStation 4 and can also be played on PlayStation 5 through backward compatibility.
The game was directed by Fumito Ueda, the creator of Ico and Shadow of the Colossus. You play as a young boy who wakes up in a mysterious ruined valley next to Trico, a huge creature that is part bird, part cat, and part dog.
Progress depends on the bond between the two. You climb, explore, and solve environmental puzzles, while Trico helps you reach high ledges, cross gaps, and deal with hostile guards. Trico does not always follow orders right away, so learning to read its behavior is part of the challenge.
The Last Guardian is a single-player story with no online modes. Its focus is on atmosphere, quiet moments, and an emotional story told mostly through actions rather than dialogue. The relationship with Trico grows over the course of the adventure, and that bond is the emotional heart of the game. Small gestures, such as calming Trico or feeding it, slowly build trust between the two.
Some camera and control quirks are part of the experience, as Trico's movement feels like a real animal. It suits players who enjoy slow-paced adventures, puzzle platforming, and games built around a strong companion character.
PS4 and PS5: Digital codes are redeemed on PlayStation Network. The PS4 version also runs on PS5 through backward compatibility.
PS4 Pro: The game is enhanced for PS4 Pro, with improved resolution or performance options.
Region: PSN codes are region-locked, so match the code region to your PlayStation account.
Before you buy, check the activation platform and region on each offer, then follow our guide on how to activate your CD key. For more details, visit the official The Last Guardian page on PlayStation.com.
Action adventure from Fumito Ueda, creator of Ico and Shadow of the Colossus.
Developed by genDESIGN and Japan Studio for PlayStation 4.
Bond with Trico, a giant creature part bird, cat, and dog.
Environmental puzzles solved by working together with Trico.
Climb, explore, and escape a mysterious ruined valley.
Emotional story told mostly through actions, not dialogue.
Enhanced for PS4 Pro and playable on PS5.
Single-player adventure with no online requirement.
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