The optional conversations inThe Last of Us Part 1make up much of the game’s quieter moments, encouraging players to interact with companions by rewarding them with trophies and points for unlockable extras. Through interactions with Ellie and many ofThe Last of Us Part 1’s other characters, the player can better understand the complex world around them and the relationship that characters have to it.
The Last of Us Part 1’s third chapter takes Joel and Ellie further away from the Boston Quarantine Zone and into the trap-ridden town of Lincoln, where Joel’s fellow smuggler, Bill, resides. As the pair explore the town trying to find a working car, the player can learn more about Ellie’s aspirations and Bill’s cautionary survivalist lifestyle.This guide will show players where to trigger each optional conversation in this chapterto help them unlockthe “Getting to Know You” trophy.
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Bill’s Town | The Woods
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A little while into this chapter,Joel will boost Ellie over a fenceto open it from the other side. This will take the pair out onto a wide street flanked by stores. Onthe left side of the street is a restaurantwithan Angel Knives arcade machine. Players can wait for Ellie to approach it and then talk to her about it.
Bill’s Town | Safehouse
AfterJoel is caught in a snare trap, there will be a fraughtchase through Bill’s Townthat ends with a cutscene. Upon regaining control of Joel, players shouldapproach the chessboard in one of the diner boothsand chat with Ellie.
Bill’s Town | Graveyard
After grabbing supplies at Bill’s church safehouse, the group will cut through a Clicker-infested graveyard andmake their way through some backyard alleyways. After dealing with some Infected, Ellie will open a door and the trio will mount an RV and cut through a treehouse, dropping down into a yard with a pool. After clearing out the Clickers and heading inside the house, players should walkupstairs into a child’s bedroom. In the room with Boy’s Diary artifact, they can wait for Ellie to join them and then talk to her.
Bill’s Town | High School Escape
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This one is found just before the chapter endswith the group in Frank’s garage. Players should search Frank’s bedroom tofind the Note from Frank and hand it to Bill.
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Aftergiving Bill the letter from Frank, players canwalk over to the driver’s side window to talk with Ellie.
The Last of Us Part 1is currently available for PS5, and is in development for PC.
