The Last of Us Part II

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  1. Grizzwizz
    Jun 30, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. For me, it started off at an 8. Halfway through the game it dropped down to a 5, crawled back up to a 6 and right up until the end it stayed there. It ended up a 10. I can't stop thinking about the ending.

    It starts out amazing. (Killings included) it was a GREAT move. It takes a nosedive halfway through the game though, and it took me the rest of the game to realize it's narrative function. It's not plain cut and dry, it's a rollercoaster.

    So gameplay: It's awesome, just as much as the first game. There are parts of which I would've liked to see way more of (like the open-world bit, turns out it's the only one) and it has some good variations on the old formula throughout the game. It can get pretty tedious after a while though, and due to some narrative choices, it takes a whole lot getting used to halfway through the game.

    So the story. As you might have heard it's about revenge. But it actually isn't. It's about the feeling, the gnawing of it, the **** you go through for it, the guilt that sticks, how tiring it is. how it eats you up.

    SPOILERS:
    The game does not have a pay-off in a general sense, it's not about getting what you want, it's about finding out that whatever you wanted, isn't what you want anymore. it's about being free from whatever it was that you held on to. The game's boring parts, the tediousness, the endless repetition, combined with genuinely great moments and storytelling, makes for a great platform to a pay-off that no game has ever dared to give.

    Naughty Dog's approach is daring, ballsy, hard-fought. It's not a game for everyone because it's not traditional in most senses. It's subtle, it's rough, it's messy and it's a puzzle that fits way too damn well together.

    So what I'm trying to say is: It's great, it might not be your cup of tea and that's fine. But the storytelling is amazing. One of the reasons that you might not like it, is because you're not used to the way it's been told. You'd be wrong to assume it's a Hollywood movie covered in ultra-violence.
    It's the closest thing to a AAA title with art-house tendencies.

    To me, it's one of the first games ever that knows how to manage storytelling within games as a medium in such a sense, that it elevates the medium instead of just copying movies.

    This post probably will get buried because of disagreement, but I think it needed to be said. Naughty Dog knows what it's doing and does an amazing job. Don't knock what you don't understand. You don't have to like the game :) I'm heavily impressed and can't wait for part 3.    … Expand
  2. San_Gigi042
    Jun 30, 2020
    10
    one of the best games ever created.
    despite the spoilers suffered, I fully enjoyed it
  3. abhiously
    Jul 1, 2020
    9
    Intro:

    The Last of Us 2 has probably been one of the most polarizing games of the last decade. Naughty Dog takes a risk with their story telling in this latest installment of their post-apocalyptic IP. Gone are the formulaic yet entertaining stories as seen with the Uncharted series; no, in this sequel we get to explore the stages of grief one goes through when encountered with a tragic    Intro:

    The Last of Us 2 has probably been one of the most polarizing games of the last decade. Naughty Dog takes a risk with their story telling in this latest installment of their post-apocalyptic IP. Gone are the formulaic yet entertaining stories as seen with the Uncharted series; no, in this sequel we get to explore the stages of grief one goes through when encountered with a tragic loss, and the effects they have on themselves and their loved ones.

    Brief Description:

    Ellie’s story in The Last of Us 2 is one of grueling pain, suffering, and ultimately revenge. As her journey progresses, her insatiable lust for revenge grows stronger, throwing away her humanity with each life she takes. We’re also introduced to the character Abby, whose journey echoes Ellie’s. Both characters have experienced a lot in this unforgiving world, and ultimately it’s up to the player to figure out the right and wrong of the actions made by the two, if this is even possible. The moral ambiguity presented in this story makes it difficult to root for a hero, but this is the way Naughty Dog challenges you to view it, and form your own opinions about the story they told. Story:

    While I enjoyed the 25 hours I put into this game , I did a couple issues which prevented me from giving it a higher score. The story on paper is very interesting, however translating it to a game can be difficult. While I appreciate the parallels the game made with flashbacks for both Ellie and Abby; the execution and timing interrupted the flow of the narrative. The pacing of the game as a whole suffered due to the inclusion of the scenes, albeit they were necessary to flesh out the characters and revisit old relationships. Gameplay/Visuals: The gameplay was very much similar to the original game; however, it’s clear that the developers took the time to perfect this gameplay loop and make it as enjoyable as possible. Visually the game is stunning, and running on my old PS4 still manages to hold a constant and smooth 30 FPS. No issues to be had here. In addition, the fan noise produced by my OG PS4 was not as bad as I initially had thought it would be. Much quieter when compared to other taxing games such as God of War, and AC Odyssey. It’s worth noting that I had cleaned my PS4 recently, and replaced the thermal paste (may have helped somewhat).

    Wrapping Up:

    Overall, this game does a lot of things right. If you go into it with an open mind, a decent understanding of empathy and other basic human emotions, you’re in store for a masterful piece of storytelling.    … Expand
  4. 41mz
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    Thank you Naughty Dog for that emotional rollercoaster !!! In all aspects a improvement compare to the first game, a great sequel, a masterpiece.
  5. tur12196832
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    Bold, challenging & thought-provoking. Last of Us Part 2 doesn't care about providing you with a fun fan service sequel and goes in places that some fans of the original may dislike.
    I suggest anyone just passing through here, ignore the hate, ignore the positivity, you owe it to yourself to play it and make up your own mind.
  6. nthonyp
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    This **** game reminded me the feeling of crying again after so many years.
  7. Hofman2HQ
    Jul 3, 2020
    10
    Seriously great, emotional story and awesome climax Stop listening to some idiots saying it's shoving propaganda or something, it's a story about hate revenge told masterfully by Naughty Dog
  8. LucasSch
    Jul 3, 2020
    10
    One of the best experiences I ever had in video games. It's simply incredible, and I really hope that the people who doesn't enjoyed the game give it a second chance with other perspective.
  9. meisterreinecke
    Jul 3, 2020
    10
    Best game of 2020. Better make an appointment with your therapist though....
  10. DotPone
    Jul 3, 2020
    9
    The Last of Us 2 set out to ask one question: "Why is your violence more justified than mine?" and as I saw the credits roll I came to realize that everyone at NaughtyDog did a stellar job at answering it.

    This game isn't just a great piece of entertainment, it's a necessary one.
    No game is perfect but aside some pacing and side content issues this one is very close to it.
  11. WilhelmScream
    Jul 14, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. You can tell from reading most of the negative reviews that they are driven by a certain agenda (most obviously didn't play the game and just read up facts from the Wikipedia entry). They try to make this not too obvious by constructing fake arguments for their negative downvotes ("This game has plot holes... the character design is terrible...") Quite telling by the comments that claim Abby to be the Transgender character of the game... Yeah. Surprise. She isn't.
    By all means TLOU2 is not a perfect game (it has some slog in the middle and could have been streamlined). But what it is, is still an amazing achievement. Character design, the level of detail, the intelligence of the AI - that's all top notch and unprecedented until now (RDR2 comes close second). As for the story: What other way could there have been? What did people expect? The further adventures of Joel and Ellie? A retreat of the same story - just with better graphics? The first game was based around "the things you do for love". The second takes this sentiment and turns it around. It is "the things you do out of hate". And - at least for me - it worked. It turned Abby from Ellie's Nemesis and a brute killer into a person that you can actually root for (at least understand her motives).
    Of course, if you want your stories not challenging and clean cut, this is probably not for you. TLOU2 follows more in the vain of "Game of Thrones". And people complaining were probably also wishing that the latter was Ned Stark vs. Ice Zombies.    … Expand
  12. GabriewBarros
    Jul 6, 2020
    10
    This is the first game that made me think about writing a review. It's one of those games that I loved so much when I finished, that is hard to me for even see the negative thoughts a lot of people have towards it. For me it was an unprecedented experience, that challenged me to look a lot of different perspectives of a single story, to love and hate some characters at the same time, andThis is the first game that made me think about writing a review. It's one of those games that I loved so much when I finished, that is hard to me for even see the negative thoughts a lot of people have towards it. For me it was an unprecedented experience, that challenged me to look a lot of different perspectives of a single story, to love and hate some characters at the same time, and lead me to revisit and even question beloved characters. There are a lot of people that probably got angry by some decisions the studio had, but I really believe that the story they wanted to tell just made me love even more the characters, understand that they have flaws, that they are humans.I really enjoyed the game I played, and the game Naughty Dog played with me!… Expand
  13. Claudioefe
    Jul 6, 2020
    10
    Excelente juego! Todo, por más que es extremadamente largo, es lo que ofreció el equipo y es genial, es difícil complacer a todo el mundo, pero me encanto!
  14. draufnqe
    Jul 6, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Truthful performances are like a mirror. They make us look at ourselves. And when we don’t like what we see, it can fill us with fear, which easily becomes rage. You’re clearly doing something right. Keep being brave, Bailey. Let them rage cowardly behind screen names.… Expand
  15. xaviprz
    Jul 6, 2020
    10
    Best game ever! I've never been so tensed about a videogame, it really makes you feel all the emotions
  16. Romain2608
    Jul 6, 2020
    10
    A masterpiece, this game is why video game is called art ! I will remember it for a long time
  17. Mendzzz
    Jul 6, 2020
    10
    Gameplay foda, gráficos fodas, som foda, história foda. Naugty Dog é Naughty Dog
  18. Vid_CR
    Jul 7, 2020
    10
    I did really enjoy the game. It seems a lot of people are bashing the game without even playing it. The pacing is weird and it's a little longer than I would have preferred but the characters are amazing and the gameplay is a lot better and more fluid than the first one. Scenarios are really diverse and fun to traverse. Art direction is unrivaled both in visuals and sound. I wouldI did really enjoy the game. It seems a lot of people are bashing the game without even playing it. The pacing is weird and it's a little longer than I would have preferred but the characters are amazing and the gameplay is a lot better and more fluid than the first one. Scenarios are really diverse and fun to traverse. Art direction is unrivaled both in visuals and sound. I would certainly give it a 9 out of 10, But a lot of entitled people are giving it a 0 without any consideration that I feel the need to balance the scale a little bit.… Expand
  19. Anik117
    Jul 7, 2020
    9
    A beautiful game with a great story. Maybe divisive at times but still has better direction than most of the games out there. It deserves the love.
  20. amir_ka021
    Jul 7, 2020
    9
    The last of us part 2 is very good game but not like the last of us 1

    Game play is very cery good ۸.۸/۱۰
  21. Iamaj88
    Jul 12, 2020
    10
    Frustrating at times to be sure but a beautifully told story that challenges the player to appreciate perspective and the duality of man. Combat and looting is fun though some more environmental puzzles would’ve have been good. Shouldn't be judged as merely a continuation of a beloved story or to ones own expectations but on its own merits and appreciated for what it’s trying to achieve.Frustrating at times to be sure but a beautifully told story that challenges the player to appreciate perspective and the duality of man. Combat and looting is fun though some more environmental puzzles would’ve have been good. Shouldn't be judged as merely a continuation of a beloved story or to ones own expectations but on its own merits and appreciated for what it’s trying to achieve. The writing and character development is brilliant In my opinion however if players either didn't like the first game or are looking for a happy story by Naughty Dog I’d suggest playing Uncharted instead. Overall despite some shortcomings The Last of Us 2 is a masterpiece greater than the sum of its parts.… Expand
  22. deatlyligthen
    Jul 11, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I see all the people saying that they hate playing as Abby and they despise her. I understand them, she killed Joel in a horrible way, like a monster. I wasn't thrilled to play as Abby also and I was very mad at her and wanted to see Ellie kill her brutally, the same way she did to Joel,
    but when you get to know her and listen to her story and her perspective of the world it makes you empathize with her. Because Joel killed two things for her 1) Her dad (in a very brutal way, I believe that he could just push him away or knock him out, and not shove a syringe down his throat) 2) Any hope for a vaccine/cure for the infection, and hope for a better world, a saved world.
    All that just so he won't lose Ellie, which, became like a daughter for him. I understand why he did it but I really didn't agree with it. So I can understand Abby, not agree or justify her actions, but understand them. This game is way more complex then good-evil/wrong-right/Villain-hero
    I think its a beautiful game and it has a really awesome gameplay mechanics and overall very fun game to play and get into it. I'm not giving it 10/10 because It failed to connect me to the characters and really empathize with them as the first one did. And I didn't get emotional with this game like the first game. I believe that many of the deaths in this game were not dealt with, and you didn't feel anything for them because the player didn't show any emotion to their death (Manny/Jessie ) and just forgot about them. Unlike the first game, Tess's death does have an impact on Joel's and Ellie's journey. Maybe not a huge one, but they don't just brush it away, they tend to it and Ellie tries to talk about it. I think that the meaning and impact of death were lacked in the second game. Other than that its a beautiful and amazing game. 9/10    … Expand
  23. GiBrMan24
    Jul 30, 2020
    10
    Well, this game definitely won't make you happy, and it's not meant to, because this is a cruel, uncompromising story about revenge and its consequences. But it's still one of the best games I have ever played both in terms of gameplay and plot and I'm not even going to tell you how good it is visually. So i think everyone should at least give this game a try, because if you don't you willWell, this game definitely won't make you happy, and it's not meant to, because this is a cruel, uncompromising story about revenge and its consequences. But it's still one of the best games I have ever played both in terms of gameplay and plot and I'm not even going to tell you how good it is visually. So i think everyone should at least give this game a try, because if you don't you will lose a lot. And don't listen to all those crybabies who have played the game for only a couple of hours and are already writing their angry reviews simply because they did not like the ONE single scene at the beginning of the game and who did not even try to continue playing and figure everything out… Expand
  24. shahrukhdk
    Jul 13, 2020
    10
    I understand why people are angry with the story of 'The Last Of Us Part II'. The first game left us with a very open ending and I remember people kept talking about what's next for these characters. I always expected a dark turn since there needed to be bigger consequences for Joel's actions in part one.

    i loved this game from start to finish. First of all, the game-play is    I understand why people are angry with the story of 'The Last Of Us Part II'. The first game left us with a very open ending and I remember people kept talking about what's next for these characters. I always expected a dark turn since there needed to be bigger consequences for Joel's actions in part one.

    i loved this game from start to finish. First of all, the game-play is extraordinary. The stealth mechanics blew my mind. I am glad they fixed the bow aiming system. The visuals are breathtaking and I couldn't stop using the photo mode to capture all my favorite moments.

    The story took us deeper into this post apocalyptic world. i really wanted more exploration of this world that naughty dog had created in part 1. I am glad I got to see that. The story-line is definitely darker, more brutal and unpredictable. I am that this game took me on a different path. It made me question my decisions. Whatever steps I took I felt i was synced with the character I was playing because I understood where they were coming from.

    In the end I will say, I was satisfied and in the need for more. It's an original story. It's not based on a book or anything. It was made from scratch. That eliminates the element of predictability. I can't wait for Part III. The story can be summed by one of the best dialogues in gaming history, "Revenge is a fools game" - Arthur Morgan.    … Expand
  25. slain_phantom
    Jul 13, 2020
    10
    the game is amazing, the writers took a unique way of presenting this story and I love that they took this risk, I like the mechanics and graphics of these games. had a lovely experience with this game.
  26. wolfy83
    Jul 14, 2020
    10
    A brilliant masterpiece with selective focus.
    The game separates real game lovers from simple Shoot'n'Punch gamers.
    I went through TLOU2 in July 2020. Now I want to give a real review. It will contain no spoilers. As a player, I've never been so excited to finish a game to see how it ends, but at the same time, as the final approaches, I get more and more sentimental and sad.    A brilliant masterpiece with selective focus.
    The game separates real game lovers from simple Shoot'n'Punch gamers.

    I went through TLOU2 in July 2020. Now I want to give a real review. It will contain no spoilers.
    As a player, I've never been so excited to finish a game to see how it ends, but at the same time, as the final approaches, I get more and more sentimental and sad. Emotional chaos is wanted from a plot point of view. Overall, a very good job of Naughty Dog as they manage to convey feelings in this game.

    The plot idea in this game, paired with the breathtaking setting, the ingeniously used zombies, and the perfectly realistic dialogues and facial expressions, really inspired me from the first moment in the game. There is no comparable story I played with similar plot twists so far.

    It begins with a scene with Tommy, the brother of Joel, and Joel himself. The dialog is a minimalist hint where the journey could lead to plot-wise.

    The creators shed light from other perspectives on Joels decision to rescue Ellie from the Firefly researchers. It was already clear in the first TLOU that due to his previous history, Joel might have acted selfishly. All shades of gray will be needed to explore the ​​good and the bad within TLOU2.

    It is developing a masterful drama, which grabbed me immediately. The ultra-realistic dialogues mentioned above are an important point. Every, and I mean every spoken sentence makes sense and is on point. It's bizarre how good the story is advanced by the cutscenes. A grand manifesto is revealed to the player the further he follows this story, which also has the best facial animations in the whole PS4 game history.
    In one sentence: The most human game ever for the PS4.

    In a game that is also told by flashbacks, I always had the feeling that I was already or very close to the finale and was still more fascinated that the story continued elegantly. And if you think you are finished, you are not finished. And when you think you're at the end, it goes on;). Loved all the twists.

    The design that is the all-around depressing mood, especially in buildings contaminated with spores, is just top-notch. My request, take your time to explore the area and let the scenery affect you here and there. Worth it. Rarely has a game brought the mood and the environment or landscape so well into harmony.

    Unlike Uncharted, TLOU2 takes itself completely seriously. It's a cinematic drama through and through. So it is actually clear that the characters are not equipped with adventurous moves or weapons. Everything is perfectly reduced, the skills of the characters fit very well into the setting.

    The choice of skills and combat items are well thought out. Sneaking and shooting must be skillfully used to withstand larger waves of opponents. Every now and then you get a mostly nice introduction in a very well built-in tutorial. Over time, the fighting techniques should be mastered so that the more difficult opponents can be stopped at battlefields. To put it simply, there are only three game mechanics: Stealth - Fight - Explore.

    Most sections are perfectly balanced. It always remains breathtakingly exciting. The gameplay is ideal for perfectionists because, with a little practice, the character can be moved damn realistic creeping, crawling, running, throwing, hitting and shooting across the field, so that everything looks like an action-packed stealth film. The movements especially during the fight, the change between weapons and the many possibilities to use hiding places and cover give the combat system a big variation. I really enjoyed facing all kinds of opponents in combat.

    My rating: (category; grade; weighting)
    Gameplay; 9 out of 10; 2/6
    Graphic; 9 out of 10; 1/12
    Tension; 10 out of 10; 1/12
    Immersion; 10 out of 10; 1/6
    Sound/animation; 10 out of 10; 1/6
    Story; 10 out of 10; 1/6

    Overall score: 9.6 out of 10    … Expand
  27. Feroz2035
    Jul 15, 2020
    10
    The game is an absolute masterpiece , the gameplay, the story , the music and also the graphics are amazingly tied together, I enjoyed my time playing this game
  28. one_euro
    Jul 15, 2020
    10
    Great game, very immersive. Makes you feel things and think about your actions. Left me devastated, but in a good way: it’s rare to feel something really strong playing a video game, but with this game you’ll feel everything
  29. Pino55
    Aug 6, 2020
    10
    Le pongo esta calificación al juego por sus hermosos y realistas gráficos y su historia oscura y tétrica. Ay que aseptarlo tuvo un cambio muy radical al igual que a god of war solamente que god of war fue mucho mejor aceptado por los jugadores. The last of us es un juego oscuro que muestra la realidad de las cosas, también muestra sentimientos como la venganza, el dolor y la tristeza esteLe pongo esta calificación al juego por sus hermosos y realistas gráficos y su historia oscura y tétrica. Ay que aseptarlo tuvo un cambio muy radical al igual que a god of war solamente que god of war fue mucho mejor aceptado por los jugadores. The last of us es un juego oscuro que muestra la realidad de las cosas, también muestra sentimientos como la venganza, el dolor y la tristeza este juego también demuestra lo cruel que puede llegar ser el ser humano. Pero ahora hablando sobre la historia es una historia que tiene sus momentos buenos y malos más malos que buenos pero eso le da la esencia de realismo ala historia pero en fin no quería contar ningún spoiler ya que quiero que cada uno lo juegue por si mismo.… Expand
  30. Djrjr
    Aug 11, 2020
    8
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  31. blitzcomet
    Jul 6, 2020
    10
    I have no idea why this game has garnered so much immense hate. Coming from someone who counted down the days for years upon the announcement of the first Last of Us, I can say this game is undoubtedly on an equal level as the first. Gameplay is familiar but massively improved, graphics are actually astounding, better than the next ven console trailer's, and the story is fantastic. It isI have no idea why this game has garnered so much immense hate. Coming from someone who counted down the days for years upon the announcement of the first Last of Us, I can say this game is undoubtedly on an equal level as the first. Gameplay is familiar but massively improved, graphics are actually astounding, better than the next ven console trailer's, and the story is fantastic. It is hard to find a developer with the balls to take the risks they took with this game. And the ending was unbelievable. Most impactful and intense ending I've ever experienced.… Expand
  32. Dimitrakis
    Jun 30, 2020
    9
    In advance I didn't see or heard any of the spoilers before the release. I played the game like the leak never happened. Review:

    Graphics, lighting, animations both facial and skeletal are all on point some of the best in the industry. Pacing suffers at times due to the huge duration of the game being 25 hours for most playstyles it could be easly cut down to 18 hours and still be ok. For    In advance I didn't see or heard any of the spoilers before the release. I played the game like the leak never happened. Review:

    Graphics, lighting, animations both facial and skeletal are all on point some of the best in the industry. Pacing suffers at times due to the huge duration of the game being 25 hours for most playstyles it could be easly cut down to 18 hours and still be ok. For the story I don't really get why people are so angry, review bombing, harassing actors and directors alike. It's just stupid and only showcases how immature we are as a community. For the story the idea of the cyrcle of violence can be found in every aspect of every character Abby's and Ellie's revenge how much they have lost in the process and how every action further drives them down a hole. Also for a game who handles so many characters it did and honorable job Lev being a great example for a sidecharacter that I genuinely cared. The idea of violence perfectly translates to the gameplay with some of the most raw and brutal combat you've seen in a video game. You can feel the impact in every hit and the pierce in every bullet and the carnage that the player can do. The atmosphere is also so well put, it never fails to evoke a feel of danger and hopelessness paired with some of the most jaw-dropping art direction. The only thing that the game really suffers is meaningful exploration, scrapping for supplies is ok but after the first few hours it feels repetetive. Instead of safes with more loot you could place artifacts that can trigger flashbacks of Joel and Ellie, that I think would modivate more players to search the environments. Overall the more I think about it the more I love it. I don't support the idea that you have to top the first game or give any fun service if it's the kind of story you want to tell. All the people at naughty dog believed in that story and I can respect that and I can also respect every one who played the game and didn't liked it. All an all I enjoyed the game and I applaud naughty dog for being bold with their vision.    … Expand
  33. Pedroxd
    Jul 3, 2020
    10
    The best game in the world!!! i don’t wanna waste my time to explaning the obvius... Just give a chance to video game industry show your full potential!!!
  34. OmarHazem93
    Jul 3, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is their story, not yours. Simple as that. Everyone is trying to suggest how the story should have been and how it should have ended but it isn't yours to tell. The world they live in is unforgiving and does not give chances to say goodbyes all the time and anyone could die at any moment, including the main characters which gives it the aspect of realism and logic to be honest. Even if I hated what happened to Joel, it still made sense that 25 years of his life after the outbreak was full of killings and murders that surely had to come back around somehow.

    As the story goes, I found it to be very sensible for me. Again, no one is safe in that world and every action will have its consequences and that's why I get it, especially when I was introduced to the full story and the different perspective of the tale and letting me understand why exactly what happened has happened. Even though my feelings changed from the first scenes and the last ones towards certain characters, I was satisfied all the way and I couldn't see a different ending that will make sense.

    But what was annoying for me a little bit is the pacing and going back and forth in the story which made me pay less attention to the order of the story.

    As for the game play, visuals & graphics, voice acting, motion capture, soundtracks, sound design, level design and the littlest of the details; all I can say that they are all 10/10 and really one of the best graphics and sounds I have ever seen and heard in a video game so far. Game play was so fun and intense at the same time especially the stealth.

    Thank you Naught Dog for that masterpiece.    … Expand
  35. Eladar
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    The perfect sequel. The story that had to be told.
    The number of critics (good or bad) and all that buzz shows that they made the right choices.
  36. mystery_x
    Jul 7, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. 9/10
    Даже не смотря на то, что первая часть вызвала в свое время куда больше эмоций, но совершенно других, не таких как тут, именно за это не 8 а 9.
    Естественно, это не та игра, какой была первая часть, кого-то это разозлит, кого-то зацепит, но, кажется, безразличных почти не остаётся. Игра не о тех Джоэле и Элли, пусть первая часть тоже не была детским развлечением, но она часто была милее, уютнее, эта же намного взрослее, намного более жестокая.
    Главная мораль: Насилие порождает насилие и только тот, кто может вовремя остановиться и задаться вопросом, имеет ли "око за око" вообще смысл, сможет остановить этот порочный круг.
    Проработка локаций, графика и т.д. все на высшем уровне, минус за геймплей, он классный, но я играл на последнем уровне сложности и, конечно, заебывался временами, необходимо было часто отдыхать от всего этого однообразного стелса, но это единственное, из-за чего не мог играть больше 5 часов подряд в неё и приходилось делать перерывы.
    Не смотря на некоторые нелогичности в сюжете, на некоторые поступки, я был очень вовлечен в процесс, даже играя за Эбби, к которой не питал симпатий всю вторую часть игры, хотя понимал, как разработчики пытались выдавить жалость к этому персонажу и ее окружению.
    Скорее всего, как и многие, не хотел драться с Элли, но игра вынудила, выбора нет. Поначалу я уже поставил это для себя как минус для игры, а потом подумал и решил, что это ведь вызвало у меня эмоции, эдакая проверка на привязанность к старому персонажу, до конца не верил, что придется ее убить и оказался прав, вздохнул с облегчением.
    То, что Элли решила поехать мстить в самый последний раз считаю нелогичным, так нормальный человек уже не поступил бы никогда, но у Элли уже беда с головой и тут ничего не изменишь, и исход этого поступка уже абсолютно логичен, осталась ни с чем, поздравляю. Но какие же эмоции.    … Expand
  37. JakeDaGhost
    Jul 3, 2020
    9
    the hell with bad reviews! Game is awesome! Plot is kool and gameplay da bomb! Good job ND
  38. seriiy_golub
    Jul 3, 2020
    10
    Great game. The first thought on the first completion is "let's do it again"
  39. SolidN
    Jul 6, 2020
    10
    If you’re someone who feels entitled to a story because you payed 15 - 60 bucks for a game and liked it, then don’t play this game.
    If you’re a homophobic bigot who “doesnt want politics in his game” then dont play this game.
    If you read the leaks and didnt like what you read, actually play this game because playing it is not the same as reading it. If you like a rollercoaster story,    If you’re someone who feels entitled to a story because you payed 15 - 60 bucks for a game and liked it, then don’t play this game.
    If you’re a homophobic bigot who “doesnt want politics in his game” then dont play this game.
    If you read the leaks and didnt like what you read, actually play this game because playing it is not the same as reading it.

    If you like a rollercoaster story, then play this game.
    If you want to see the PS4 pushed to its limits, then play this game.
    If you want another story about the relationship between Joel and Ellie, then play this game.

    Also, I emplore everyone to play their 1st playthrough on Survivor difficulty, this game seems built for that.    … Expand
  40. Bekiboy
    Jul 3, 2020
    8
    hoping for the last of us part 3 to explain more for sure
    Eight/Ten LuXuSxKiLLa
  41. MustSeeMelons
    Jul 27, 2020
    9
    Don't understand the poor user reviews, enjoyed the game very much! This is an extra sentence.
  42. Thejodjeremie
    Jul 1, 2020
    8
    The gameplay, graphics and music are all amazing and had me hooked the entire time. The story takes alot of risks that are interesting but also annoying. There are alot of flashbacks which for me mess up the pacing but overall still enjoyed it.
  43. MissDove
    Jul 6, 2020
    8
    Main characters in the first half of the game had poor chemistry. Their interactions felt forced and unnatural. Additionally, the "we shared a kiss last night so that's enough for me to follow you to a deadly adventure, while being all sugar and rainbows, despite you having faced one of the most dramatic events of your life" narrative is way below Naughty Dog standards of storytelling. TheMain characters in the first half of the game had poor chemistry. Their interactions felt forced and unnatural. Additionally, the "we shared a kiss last night so that's enough for me to follow you to a deadly adventure, while being all sugar and rainbows, despite you having faced one of the most dramatic events of your life" narrative is way below Naughty Dog standards of storytelling. The rest of the story was as good as expected, though not better as expected. Gameplay innovations and improvements, and also new things in general were practically non-existent; which kind of justifies the "part ii" of the title, since it was not a sequel, just a continuation of the first game. Besides those flaws it's still my favourite game I've played this year so far.… Expand
  44. Evilswine
    Jun 30, 2020
    10
    A story full of relatable characters with a good ending that is not supposed to please the majority of the people, but to do what is supposed to do: tell a story. And in my honest opinion a great story. Positively adding the graphics and the stable gameplay, this just is the last real gem we'll see on the PS4.
  45. Ciriaco97
    Jul 7, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Terminei o jogo essa semana e pra mim e um dos melhores títulos do ps4, acredito que deveria ter uma continuação pois a historia deixa algumas pontas soltas, eu aposto em uma dlc futura.… Expand
  46. danieljaelee
    Jul 7, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I totally understand why lots of people dislike the game. Just like many, when I was playing it through and it switched to Abby, I had a very sour view of it all. Some, as well as myself, regard the first Last of Us game as the one of the best played. In the first game, we fell in love with the characters and especially the chemistry between both Joel and Ellie. And like a massive punch in the gut, we had to watch Joel suddenly seem out of character in helping Abby and was pummeled with a golf club in the first two-three hours of the game. I was distraught and utterly disappointed. However throughout TLOU2, it made me feel. It was an experience where I was in the shoes of both Ellie and Abby. With everything the game illustrated about the revenge cycle, it made me realize as much as I wanted Ellie to kill Abby ... it would’ve made no difference. The last fight between both Ellie and Abby made me feel extremely uncomfortable, and I was finally able to see Ellie was absolutely entrenched in her own guilt of losing Joel through the whole journey. Right when Ellie was about to start up her father-daughter relationship with Joel again, Joel murdered the next day. To this, the utilization of the central song (“If I ever were to lose you ...”) almost wraps the whole journey of Ellie’s together. In the final moments of the game, I was able to feel how lost and empty Ellie must have felt. Sure. It wasn’t an experience I was expecting. Initially, it wasn’t one I was enjoying either. I would’ve instantly loved it if the game went as I expected. But, happily ever after was never what TLOU was about. Though we fell in love with Joel and Ellie, the first game made us oblivious to what was happening outside of a certain scope. Seeing into Abby’s story was a slap in the face. But for me, it was almost needed in order to understand the world outside of Ellie and Joel’s relationship. Most of us agree that the visuals and the game mechanics were stunning. And props to Naughty Dog for all the accessibility options. I rated it a 10 because I’ve never had such an experience with a game before. It’s a bitter game but it’s one where I really understood and soberly felt what Ellie was going through.… Expand
  47. Landwardspoon
    Jun 30, 2020
    10
    This game is an absolute masterpiece. Play it.

    Seriously, it's a wonderful game. Naughty Dog story telling is just so far above everyone else. The game play is finally really good. Don't listen to the people posting reviews who didn't even play it or, heard the leaks and decided to leave a 0 out of 10 review, telling people to burn it.

    This game is worth your time, so play it.
  48. arturito08061
    Jun 21, 2020
    8
    the game is good, but not perfect, fights, mechanics and graphics are good, but the story ain’t the best, even though it’s a game you should play.
  49. gamestar821
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I cannot understand the hate for this fantastic game.

    From the first second I loved playing it. The graphics are **** awesome. The Characters look like real people.
    Yeah, it sucks that Joel had to die, but to me it didn't come as a surprise. From the first trailer I thought he would be dead. So, it was a story of revenge and, who is the bad guy in this? Abby for killing him? Or Joel for killing her dad an saving Ellie, but to what price? Ellie and Thommy both lost their wives, and for what? Revenge, But Joel is still dead. And Jesse. And so many more people. So, naughty dog told us a story about what violence can do. And in the End Ellie is all alone, the thing she most feared....

    I pray for a third game, the story is not over, abd I pray for our Ellie to get her girl and son back.

    Thx Naughty dog for the best story I have ever played.    … Expand
  50. LorenzoPM12
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is incredible, the characters and the story are of incredible complexity, so complex that this is a story with no sides there are no villains or heroes in The Last of Us 2, sure everybody likes Ellie and Joel but but Joel is not an innocent soul in the Last of Us, he kills and tortures people with no remorse or regret even people that didn’t deserve it, in The Last of Us 2 Ellie murders countless people in order to kill one person, while Abby did kill Joel, for the entirety of her gameplay she is risking her life to save others, I think that The Last of Us 2 is a story about consequences, Abby loses all her friends and the love of her life for killing Joel, Joel loses his life for murdering countless people and Ellie loses all she had forgoing after someone that spared her twice, I’m only 14 years old and understood this game a lot better than a bunch of adults that think that every story has a happy ending.… Expand
  51. Mehmet0Emir
    Jul 14, 2020
    10
    this game is a masterpiece. graphics, gameplay, sounds etc. are awesome. if we look at the story part i know it shouldnt be like that. but this is the best choice i think. i liked it very much and ı hope there will be a part 3 (maybe ellie joins to fireflies to make a cure)
  52. vermaprakhar13
    Jun 23, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Just an amazing game. Loved the story telling.
    There were some uncomfortable moments when you have to play from other POV. But it is a part of story which eventually makes sense and you get attached to other's motives.
    Great game.    … Expand
  53. dukissj
    Jul 1, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. i really love it, the gameplay, story, all, when i was playing with ellie i wished the game doesn't end but when i had to play with abby, i really wanted the game end, i really hate that part, in all the flashback i do't empathize with her, the end is unexpected and the people are angry because abby kill his favorite character and ellie don't kill her.… Expand
  54. Sirbird
    Jun 23, 2020
    10
    Did any of you actually play the game or just form your opinion based off leaks? Honestly I didn’t want to like the story either but when I actually PLAYED THE GAME I thoroughly enjoyed it the whole way through. The new infected are down right terrifying. I didn’t want to like the ending and didn’t but when I actually started thinking about it for what it was and the meaning behind it andDid any of you actually play the game or just form your opinion based off leaks? Honestly I didn’t want to like the story either but when I actually PLAYED THE GAME I thoroughly enjoyed it the whole way through. The new infected are down right terrifying. I didn’t want to like the ending and didn’t but when I actually started thinking about it for what it was and the meaning behind it and everything both characters went through I fully understood why they made it. All around a great game with my first play through taking over 30 hours… Expand
  55. ashtinfay
    Jul 15, 2020
    10
    Big risk and it paid off! Great game, great story, great visual, great gameplay. Great everything! Kudos, Naughty Dog!
  56. Evecarr
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Terminei a alguns dias ... Realmente é magnífico...essa franquia me trouxe emoções nunca sentidas em um game anteriormente No primeiro jogo quando entrei na sala de cirurgia controlando Joel ...eu entrei com Raiva e com vontade de matar aqueles médicos ...mesmo que aparentemente eu podeira deixá-los vivos em um primeiro momento eu não pensei duas vezes matei eles ..como se tivesse realmente salvando a Ellie ....essa sensação nunca tinha sentido jogando algo ...na parte dois quando descobri que a Abby era filha do médico ...falei putz ..e quando percebi que eu iria controlar ela ...e conhecer a história dela ...eu pensei vai dar merda .....cara que montanha russa (esses caras da naugthy dogs são uns FDP) nunca ninguém fez nada parecido. Por fim que jogo amigos !!… Expand
  57. AkiAru
    Jun 29, 2020
    9
    I don't have any words to describe how I feel. It made me a different man. No doubt it will be recognize like masterpiece in right time. Must play.
  58. RavenMays
    Jun 30, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I loved the game. Character interaction was fluid and realistic. Graphics look amazing. Joel's death was beautifully done. Which I know a lot of people disagree with but hear me out. Narratively Joel had done as much as he could and to kill him off in such a "cruel" and realistic way was a good motivator not only for the characters in the game but also for the player who had spent so much playing as Joel in the first game. And some people argue that the way he died was dumb. Joel wouldn't reveal who he was. He's too smart for that. But that only works as a problem if no time had passed for there to be growth and change for Joel. We see through flash backs that Joel has changed as a character. He is more trusting of people and works with them better. Before he would have likely left Abby to her fate and moved on but he saved her. They obviously deal with other groups so introductions are normal for Joel and this group. His death is realistic and works very well narratively and to say otherwise is just incredibly ignorant of how people and stories operate. Sure, have gripes and opinions on how it could've been better but to say "I'm not playing the game because Joel died". That's dumb and if you're not ready to play a game with depth then why are you playing Last of us at all? Go back to playing Mario or some **** … Expand
  59. Snowy_Otaku
    Jul 7, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Despite all the disappointment and bad feelings that have come out in response to this game, it's still one of the best experiences I've ever received from Naughty Dog/gaming in general. I watched the leaks before playing (had my best friend watch too) and we were even more excited to play. My first playthrough was literally all over the place, but replaying the game on Survivor+ is definitely worth a shot. Enemy AIs are aggressive, sneaky, and not blind. On having an "open mind" and being a huge fan of the first game, I figured that I would enjoy the story regardless of how it turned out. The gameplay and graphics were enough to be excited about alone. The best review for this game I've heard went along the lines of, "0/10 for making us smoke the Devil's lettuce, 10/10 for letting us punch sh*t as Abby."

    Seriously, I ended up loving the story and characters more than I expected, especially the "unlikable" ones/parts. Even from the leaks, I was able to sympathize with Abby's motivations and actions. She kills for survival and revenge just as much as any other badass character in their world. I immediately understood why Joel had to die. Now, I may have also gotten really drunk to the point where I was throwing up/having flashbacks of Joel's death like Ellie (which, funnily enough, directly prevented me from writing this review sooner; better that I wrote this sober ig), but my point is, the impact of Joel's death is seen and felt clearly through this game's general reception. It's quite depressing and upsetting. I don't want to insult his character more than it has already been, but Joel wasn't a good person for all that he did in the first game. He took away Ellie's choice and he would do so again. He was just like Abby for many years after the outbreak too. Abby becomes like Joel (him being initially reluctant to protect Ellie) when she decides to protect Yara and Lev , who deserve much more love. You teach them to like dogs, they help you confront your fear of heights, and Yara gets a second chance to live which allows her to kill Isaac, cleverly concluding the WLF-Seraphite conflict. Lev is practically Ellie from the first game (and, uh, trans pride ;3 maybe the TLoU3 will be a transitioning journey heh).
    They get a second chance, but not without suffering some consequence. Joel dies for wiping out the Fireflies, Lev loses his mother and sister, Abby loses everyone and is enslaved for months before being saved by Ellie just to receive more abuse. Ellie loses her left ring and pinky fingers as a consequence for her revenge quest, tragically making her unable to play guitar the same as she once could. This game also has amazing set pieces, some of the best in gaming.

    Ultimately, I can't imagine a stronger motivation for a revenge story than Joel. You get the feeling early on that your actions and everyone else's are morally ambiguous. Who can say that someone or something is morally right or wrong when our story revolves around brutally killing other survivors just like us? The Last of Us Part 2 is not it's predecessor and it shouldn't be, though it does expand upon everything that the first game was and I'm glad that this story got to be told and that they didn't end it at Part 1. At the same time, I do feel bad for the people let down by this game, but come on guys, it's at least a 7/10 lol.    … Expand
  60. WillSith1337
    Jul 3, 2020
    10
    Excelente game, jogabilidade e combate impecáveis, historia profunda que nem todos serao capazes de entender a mensagem que ela passa.
  61. sialvarez
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    One of the best games for the PS4. A lot of people are arguing about how the story takes some controversial decisions, but that's on brand with this saga.
  62. doplerwim
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The Last of Us Part 2 is a masterpiece.
    It is the kind of game that is a must-play if you own a Ps4. Graphics are amazing and realistic, gameplay mechanics have been updated and upgraded to deliver a truly addictive game experience.

    The story is dramatic and heart felted, people were actually not ready for it. And the game does a fine job using that. You will feel a wide variety of emotions during the game, from hate, love, hope, despair, sadness and even frustration. But it's this emotional rollercoaster that makes the storytelling stand out. Maybe you won’t feel so good bu playing a certain character in the game and the things the forces you to do, but don’t lose the point. It is not about you, it is about the world this characters inhabit and their relationships.    … Expand
  63. chrisynelred
    Jul 6, 2020
    10
    You have to be seriously biased or dishonest to give this game a rating of 0. A rating you would give to games full of bugs, with outdated graphics and a horrible gameplay. TLOU2 is the exact opposite of that. People have forgotten they were playing a game... but of course since half of the people who rated badly this game have only watched it on a stream, that explains a lot...
    I will    You have to be seriously biased or dishonest to give this game a rating of 0. A rating you would give to games full of bugs, with outdated graphics and a horrible gameplay. TLOU2 is the exact opposite of that. People have forgotten they were playing a game... but of course since half of the people who rated badly this game have only watched it on a stream, that explains a lot...
    I will not repeat what was already said by many others, the game is a masterpiece and gave me emotions that I have never felt with a game, ever....
    Go blind, and dont listen to the haters, TLOU2 will be remembered as one of the best and most daring game of its generation.    … Expand
  64. OlegKizaru1
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    Thanks Naughty Dog. I really love this game.
    Graphics, gameplay, atmosphere, excellent storytelling. Play it as soon as possible!
  65. GunWraith_1107
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    I believe the story is just as great as in the first one. I don't buy into the whole Naughty Dog pushing a political agenda. I don't believe they mislead anyone with the game trailers. The character development with both playable characters were great. I hope to be able to see them more in upcoming installments. Great job Naughty Dog. Excellent game.
  66. Bruuhhhhh
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    Recommend it! One of the absolute best game this year. This game truly is something different
  67. mz0196
    Jul 1, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. (Spoilers!)

    Ellie's overall story arch is really sad and conflicting, how she realizes by the end that she lost everything she once had from the beginning of the game, but didn't quite appreciate especially her relationship with Joel.
    this game wants to be hated for sure at some points, but that doesn't necessarily mean it's a bad one.
    great improvement in terms of gameplay, animations and graphics, that puts it at an 8 for me, but thats just like my opinion afterall.    … Expand
  68. Joelle06
    Jul 1, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Es un buen juego para que no te pierdas la oportunidad de ganar dinero en tu casa y ganar dinero extra gratis en tu casa… Expand
  69. Storabbioso
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    The best game ever
    10/10 gameplay
    10/10 story
    100%Joel
    100% Ellie
    I love the first chapter
  70. Rodrigoreis
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    De longe foi a melhor experiência que já tive jogando videogame. Um Jogo simplesmente fantástico.
  71. tonycc83
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Magnifico... davvero IL CAPOLAVORO!!!!! non si può non piangere di dolore o non affezzionarsi ad Elli e Joel... sembra che raccontino qualcosa di latente della tua vita....… Expand
  72. DevilYan
    Jul 1, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is a MUST play video game, it is technically perfect, visually stunning, the sound was breathtaking, music just right, and one of the best stories I have ever played.

    Yes, this is not the popular opinion, and yes, the game is very polarizing, but yourself a favor and just play the game and build your own opinion as to if you're trying to decide if you want to get the game based on user reviews do it based on those that have substance and actual arguments, most of the ones that say the story is trash or bad written can't actually make any solid argument other than I was forced to play as Abby, or they dishonored the original game story and characters.

    So now to not mimic all those reviews I am going to tell you why the story is a masterpiece, obviously, I can't do that without spoilers, so if you don't want spoilers this is the time to turn away.

    I'm going to start with the fact (yes it is a fact and not an opinion) that not everything you don't like is trash, you're entitled to enjoy what you do regardless of what the majority of the audience says and there are masterpieces out there of every kind that you're not obligated to like. being that said this game has a plot about revenge, however, the story goes about breaking the violence spiral, you lose everything if you do not, and both main characters are about that.

    If you watch Abby's story without knowing the events of TLoU Part 1 or are objective enough to see her side of the story on her shoes, you would realize that at the moment of meeting Joel and actually killing him, Abby was at the same place you as a player and Ellie as a character was at the time Ellie decides that she must kill every last one of them, that makes Abby's character about as rich as Ellie's and is masterfully done.

    The death of Joel was a catalyst and such a strong driver for the story, it makes Ellie embark on this quest and finally save Ellie, who's lost everything, Joel, Jackson Group, Dina and even the last 2 things that connected her to her parent figures, her mom's knife at the beach in the fight with Abby and in the same fight the ability to play the guitar which was her last connection to Joel, but she regains her humanity which makes Joel's death worth it and not be for nothing.    … Expand
  73. JosephGuts
    Jul 1, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. the game is not bad, in gameplay it is very good, the problem is that the story is a bit weak.
    a pity that everyone got angry because they kill they already know who and because there is a transvestite    … Expand
  74. abdullah8287
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    This game was a masterpiece. The gameplay, graphics and the story were all great
  75. Skunkster
    Jul 1, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is a technical and gameplay tour-de-force. The graphics are stupendous, the sound design amazing, and the mechanics, while an evolution of previous Naughty Dog games are a big leap forward in variety and fluidity.

    The story is...complicated. And probably will leave you less than satisfied at first. But it is much deeper than many initial impressions and reviewers give it credit for. Personally, I don't think the developers were always successful in putting the player in the emotional spot that they wanted them and that caused some dissonance and probably poor reviews from some players. Two days after finishing, I'm still processing things. The game certainly doesn't end in a way that brings satisfaction to the player, but it does end in a way that closes the story and makes the point it is trying to make.

    Kudos to Naughty Dog for putting out another intense, immersive, and utterly gorgeous game experience that took risks and pushed the player to look beyond themselves and into themselves to question what they find there.    … Expand
  76. Maroslav
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    One of the best games. Great story, great graphic, new enemies, new characters. I’ve got everything what I want. Thx Naughty dog.
  77. Bokkelul
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. One of the best games I ever played! All ready a big fan of the first one.
    Loved the story, the switch in the story line and the ability to learn and grown in the end.
    My heart was racing throughout the game.    … Expand
  78. rlavado4
    Jul 1, 2020
    8
    Expresa muchas cosas este juego , a diferencia del primero no lo logra superar, sin embargo creo que es una obra maestra no solo por la manera en la que trama se vuelve interesante, sino en como juega con tus sentimientos y no sabes a quien apoyar , y el soundtrack nisiquiera lo puedo definir con palabras.
  79. Deninerd
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    I loved it. Story wise it's not as powerful as the first.. But what sequel is? I wouldn't suspect a part two to be better. But it's still amazing!
  80. Waters3629
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. If you genuinly give this game a 7 or lower, you are not getting the story. God this game was good. The story was amazingly writen and the way it was told is incredibly good. Yes, it’s controversial that Joel died, but what did you want Naughty Dog to do? Create a second TLOU part 1? Then you would only get the same as the Fast & Furious movies. The first one was extremely good. Godlike. You can’t top that with a similar story. You need to explore a different story, a different side, a different goal. This game has done that magnificently. 10 out of 10, game of the year for me. Great gameplay and a magnificant story. What a charm to play. I cannot (!!) wait for Part 3. Lets go! Make it already!… Expand
  81. Jordan6
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    This game has done something that no other game or even movie has made me felt. It was very emotional, I felt anger, sadness, empathy, love, and last but not least hope. I for one actually finished the game and even NG+ and tbh my second play through was even better than the first. I'm glad we got the story that we did because if it was just Joel and Ellie travelling across the countryThis game has done something that no other game or even movie has made me felt. It was very emotional, I felt anger, sadness, empathy, love, and last but not least hope. I for one actually finished the game and even NG+ and tbh my second play through was even better than the first. I'm glad we got the story that we did because if it was just Joel and Ellie travelling across the country again there would be no depth.… Expand
  82. leitho94
    Jul 1, 2020
    9
    Mi opi,ion personal es muy buen juego la verdad tanto graficos jugabilidad y la historia es oscura analizante y triste porque da a entender que de que nadies gana y que buscaron venganza y ellie la perdona para demostrar que es capaz de perdonar a una persona hasta al mismo joel...muy bueno el juego
  83. zuban32
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Cmon, what's wrong with you all - you may not like the events story consists of but that doesn't mean it's horrible in itself. It gave 10x much emotions than all the games for the previous couple of years. Ignore the gorgeous graphics etc, it's the story that drives here. Forget 5/5 to God of War, it's a child fairytale compared to this. Personally I wouldn't prefer the same roadtrip as the first TLOU, it just wouldn't have triggerred the same fellings again. And I glad we had that Cal level with the final fight, it still feels you defeated Abby and revenged Joel, no need to kill her as it's Ellie who decided not to. Try to play part 1 and you'll notice gameplay evolutionized a lot (crafting in the 1st was better for me though). Playing Abby punching Ellie feels disgusting, but I suppose that's what Druckmann wanted us to feel, it simply tightens our connection to the characters (well, one of them). For me the game overshadowed even TW3 I love so much. Let's be honest, none of the recent titles caused so much of emotions. A true masterpiece, can't stop thinking of it, but hoping for a more sunny part 3 :)… Expand
  84. Redcamil
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    This game is different. Excellent narrative and story line, I enjoyed every minute of it and it's complex story. Totally recommended
  85. Bsshjss
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    Loved the game, felt like a movie, didn’t feel right killing Joel, but maybe it was the best for the game to keep a story, also loved the fact that might be a part 3
  86. Ricardosandroc
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    Um jogo sensível, feito com carinho, envolvente, bela continuação do primeiro. História bem elaborada, jogabilidade ótima.
  87. ChakaZG
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    Fantastic, emotional, at times difficult story, with great, relatable character growth, and great voice acting. Amazing level design, and some of the best visuals available this generation of consoles. Gameplay has been improved from the original game, and while it's nothing groundbreaking in the genre, it's still very solid and enjoyable. Definitely one of the top games of 2020, and thisFantastic, emotional, at times difficult story, with great, relatable character growth, and great voice acting. Amazing level design, and some of the best visuals available this generation of consoles. Gameplay has been improved from the original game, and while it's nothing groundbreaking in the genre, it's still very solid and enjoyable. Definitely one of the top games of 2020, and this generation in general.… Expand
  88. Carlugo
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    Excelente historia, compleja, requiere madurez para vivirla, muestra distintos puntos de vista, genera emociones encontradas, no gusta en muchos casos, pero eso no quita que este bien elaborada. Excelentes gráficos, muy buena jugabilidad. Uno de los mejores juegos del 2020
  89. Curlybob43
    Jul 1, 2020
    9
    Gameplay, graphics, sound design, etc 10/10 - but that’s not why you are here;

    ‘This is the only game I have ever played, that requires some of you to play’ Troy Baker. There have been several bombastic reactions to the release of this game, dating back to the reveal and subsequent leaks. There have been claims of false advertising, which, personally, I believe is overblown - as they had    Gameplay, graphics, sound design, etc 10/10 - but that’s not why you are here;

    ‘This is the only game I have ever played, that requires some of you to play’ Troy Baker. There have been several bombastic reactions to the release of this game, dating back to the reveal and subsequent leaks. There have been claims of false advertising, which, personally, I believe is overblown - as they had to alter specific content to protect those who did not ruin the story for themselves.

    Anyway, the story is harrowing, brutal, enlightening and admittedly taxing at times. It holds up a mirror to your ego, emotional impulses and objectivity. ‘At first I thought this was a game about hate, then I realised it is about love and hope’ Neil Druckmann. Throughout the violence, brutality and sacrifice - can you hold on to those you love, the person you are and control your irrationally - fighting to hold on, instead of giving in to your hateful destructive quest for ‘justice’. Hate can lose you more than letting go. There is a price for forgiveness, but is it a bigger one than revenge? That’s for you to decide.    … Expand
  90. BlueFox09
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    Game of the year! When i play this game i crying, laughing and thinking. Amazing, emotional journey. Can't wait part III
  91. Abel3024
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    Great gameplay, amazing graphics and a compelling story for people that go into the game open minded. 10/10 for me
  92. Linensky
    Jul 1, 2020
    9
    NaughtyDog took a risk, but for now, they weren't rewarded. Great game overall. Never had this much emotions (from happy to sad, nervous to excited, angry to relieved) in a game in a very long time. If you want to know if the game is good, play it and finish it. Only then you'll understand the mixed reviews it is getting.
  93. Ronnye
    Jul 3, 2020
    10
    Simplesmente magnifico. .
  94. HSD
    Jul 3, 2020
    10
    Despite playing, and loving, this game about empathy... I find it hard to emphasise with the people throwing their toys out of the pram about this game.

    Over-hype and preconceived notions going into anything, from movies to videogames, can kill your experience. Anyone going into this having loved the first game with an open mind will grow to love this game too. It's hated by alot of    Despite playing, and loving, this game about empathy... I find it hard to emphasise with the people throwing their toys out of the pram about this game.

    Over-hype and preconceived notions going into anything, from movies to videogames, can kill your experience. Anyone going into this having loved the first game with an open mind will grow to love this game too.

    It's hated by alot of people now because of over-hype and preconceived notions, but precisely because of this it will stand the test of time and be remembered in the years to come.

    The people who shout the loudest arent often the most knowledgeable. They're often the most immature.    … Expand
  95. Altz
    Jul 3, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It pushes what a game could be, it showcase a movie where you control the characters

    they maximise what can a game do compare to a movie. If a movie is created it is focused only on the protagonist and their reasons however in this game they make the audience/player feel a rollercoaster ride of emotions. They confused the audience who to favour and it is a great experience    … Expand
  96. DarthCelus
    Jul 3, 2020
    10
    Este jogo é uma obra prima, ignore todas as analises ruins a historia desse game é incrivel!
  97. tmo9
    Jul 3, 2020
    10
    This game is a milestone in gaming history - in terms of story, atmosphere, graphics, game mechanics and morality. The game kept what was good in pt1 and it optimized what was not-yet-perfect in pt1. The result is amazing. The Controls, weapons and KI is really overwhelming. The graphics is absolutely outstanding, never have seen anything like that on a PS4pro. And the story isThis game is a milestone in gaming history - in terms of story, atmosphere, graphics, game mechanics and morality. The game kept what was good in pt1 and it optimized what was not-yet-perfect in pt1. The result is amazing. The Controls, weapons and KI is really overwhelming. The graphics is absolutely outstanding, never have seen anything like that on a PS4pro. And the story is breathtaking and extremely disturbing, and it feels so hardcore 'real' and 'uncandied'. By slipping into the role of Ellie AND Abby the experience gets so much more valuable. And after all, i still love the sad story of Ellie and Joel. And i love the lovestory of Ellie and Dina. Breaking with (bad) standards is controversal, but it makes this game the first of a new era! Best story ever. Best game ever.… Expand
  98. mi_chix
    Jul 3, 2020
    10
    Best game ever!!!!

    I absolutely cannot understand why the game is rated so badly. I don't understand why so many fans want a new story. I think the story is perfect as it is. Naughty Dog has continued the series as it was, always with blatant turns and difficult decisions. Why change history if only a handful of people don't like it? You should just stop taking yourself too    Best game ever!!!!

    I absolutely cannot understand why the game is rated so badly. I don't understand why so many fans want a new story. I think the story is perfect as it is. Naughty Dog has continued the series as it was, always with blatant turns and difficult decisions. Why change history if only a handful of people don't like it?

    You should just stop taking yourself too seriously. The real fans would just be happy with the story.    … Expand
  99. Fhenz
    Jul 3, 2020
    10
    The absolute best game I played in years, people who can't get over the story just weren't ready for what this game promises: discomfort, grief, sadness, and overall existential questions and empathy. You get to feel what living in a post-zombie apocalypse feels like never before and that is due to the genius of naughty dog's narrative structure. Get in if you are ready for a disturbingThe absolute best game I played in years, people who can't get over the story just weren't ready for what this game promises: discomfort, grief, sadness, and overall existential questions and empathy. You get to feel what living in a post-zombie apocalypse feels like never before and that is due to the genius of naughty dog's narrative structure. Get in if you are ready for a disturbing experience that will change your vision of life forever. Not for the faint-hearted.… Expand
  100. Alexandre-
    Jul 3, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Very good, excellent game. Perfect graphics, good gameplay and incredible story! I Dont understand why people are hating this amazing game.

    It shows that Ellie would do exactly the same thing Joel did for her in part I. In the end, Ellie also let Abby live, and I found that exciting. I was already sad to think Abby was going to die.

    Still, what an incredible game. It made me like the person, Abby, who killed Joel, the protagonist of part I. He showed me that everyone has their reasons and their points of view.

    I also liked Abby and how she saved Lev, and started to care for him as if it were his family.

    Still, even though Ellie killed Owen, who Abby loved, she let Ellie live, which was noble of her. Thankfully, Ellie was also touched at the end and left behind the feeling of revenge.

    My only negative criticism is the ease of the game. I played at the maximum difficulty level, survival, and even then I didn't find the game difficult. Thats the only reason for i dont give maximum rating.    … Expand
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Universal acclaim - based on 121 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 113 out of 121
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 121
  3. Negative: 0 out of 121
  1. GameMAG
    Sep 13, 2020
    90
    The Last of Us Part II is the high point of the PlayStation 4. The plot is controversial, but the game is the incredibly addictive adventure of Ellie, from which it is impossible to pull away from the opening and to the very end.
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  2. PLAY! Zine
    Sep 5, 2020
    93
    Not everyone is going to enjoy the motives of The Last of Us Part II. But if you try and manage to accept the subliminal and not so subtle messages as a fact that the world has gone awry and that people have the need to have somewhere or someone to belong to as their own way out, then... You will witness the boundaries of gaming expand. You will witness a true masterpiece.
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  3. Game World Navigator Magazine
    Sep 3, 2020
    75
    If you loved the original for its great characters and well-paced story – stay away from this game. However, if you’re aching to sink into the depths of depression, or just want to cut some throats and burn some zombies – Part II will deliver. [Issue#247, p.72]
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