What makes a work of literature great? Does it have to be a classic, part of the canon or does it even have to be a book, in the traditional sense?

The Last of Us is one of the most impactful video games of all time, and the source for the smash HBO series adaptation. In this in-depth discussion, we'll dive into the popularity of video games as a storytelling medium - one that far outsells both traditional books and movies - to explore what it means to 'have agency' or 'be immersed' in a story. It’s undoubtedly a work of art, but can we consider The Last of Us a work of literature?

Join us to explore these issues, where we'll also play with these unique aspects of the medium in a zombie-themed choose your own adventure; find out if you have what it takes to survive (at least for a little while) in the zombie apocalypse.

What to expect:

A 60-minute workshop with a small group providing opportunities for discussion and questions.

Being Human 2026

This project was produced in collaboration with the 2026 Being Human Festival. Founded in the UK as the only national festival of the humanities, Being Human is now a global celebration dedicated to demonstrating the breadth, diversity and vitality of the humanities.

View the full Festival program here.

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