Although video games are often criticised for promoting anti-social behaviour, the truth is they bring people together. And for this lad and his father that’s exactly what happened.
On Reddit yesterday a story emerged about a boy who wrote a letter to games developer Naughty Dog, thanking them for the experiences the studio had given him and his father who recently lost his battle with a terminal illness.
The letter from user Deadmanx132489 explained how the pair used to spend hours playing Crash Team Racing and when his dad’s health started to decline they would take it in turns on The Last Of Us.
"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. 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 ____ you’re a true inspiration for all of us! "
The team also sent him these memorable gifts and The Last Of Us collectors’ items.
