The Last of Us is a post-apocalyptic video game that was released in 2013.

The Last of Us is a post-apocalyptic video game that was released in 2013. One of the main characters in the game is a young girl named Ellie who is immune to the infection that has devastated the world. In the game's downloadable content (DLC) titled "Left Behind," players also meet Ellie's friend, a teenage girl named Riley who is deaf.

In the DLC, players experience the relationship between Ellie and Riley before the events of the main game. The DLC features a scene in which Ellie and Riley communicate using American Sign Language (ASL) while exploring an abandoned mall. The use of ASL in the game has been praised for its representation of deaf characters and the inclusion of ASL in the gameplay.

The Last of Us has been recognized for its inclusion and representation of diverse characters, including Ellie and Riley. The game's developers consulted with deaf consultants and actors to ensure that the portrayal of Riley and the use of ASL in the game was accurate and respectful.

Overall, the inclusion of a deaf character in The Last of Us has helped to raise awareness about the deaf community and the use of ASL. It has also been praised for its positive representation of diverse characters in video games.