The central theme of The Last of Us is that life is about more than just survival. It imagines a world in the wake of an apocalyptic event and shows us that even in such dire circumstances, individuals can still find a purpose in life and live a life that reflects humanity. Philosophers have long argued that humans are not just meant to live life or survive, but to live a good life and use their ability to reason, make art, love and use logic. This episode is so powerful because it shows us that even in a world that’s falling apart, it’s still possible to strive for more than just animalistic survival.