Naughty Dog has reached out to a mourning gamer after he shared some truly touching moments with the internet.
Redittor Deadmanx132489 took to the social platform to discuss how games helped forge a bond between he and his dad.
“My father passed away 4 months ago. Growing up we would play Crash Team Racing together for years every night,” Deadmanx132489 said. “When his health declined him and I would take turns playing The Last of Us.”
He then contacted The Last of Us developer, offering up the story along with his thanks.
The developer replied with gratitude and a gift to the gamer.
“Thank you so much for writing to us and sharing your story. I can’t begin to tell you how much it touched our hearts here at Naughty Dog,” a rep from the developer wrote back. “And knowing how involved our games were with you and your father is amazing to hear.
“Stories like yours are the reason why we work so hard to make great games, and reading that The Last of Us changed your life is inspiring. When I read that you felt you were with your father again while playing it, it nearly drove me to tears. I can’t imagine the pain you went through these last several months, but I’m touched that we’ve been able to help you get through it.
“Please enjoy these items being sent over for you. We hope you like them and hope your continued support of our games carries on. When you receive this, please send me an email with your shirt size, I’d love to send some shirts. Thank you again for writing in [name withheld] you’re a true inspiration for all of us!”
Good on you, Naughty Dog.
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