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  1. Jun 20, 2020
    10
    Over 20 hours into the game it's an absolute masterpiece congratulations naughty dog on another masterpiece
  2. Jun 21, 2020
    10
    I really played it, excellent graphics, solid story, end that gives justice to the previous one, thanks for this Great game
  3. Jun 23, 2020
    10
    This game is great, it has improved a lot from the previous installment. It has amazing graphics with improved combat. You can argue that the story is weaker than it was in the last one but it’s much up to personal preference. You can say that the story is weak but you can’t deny that it is well acted and it’s very emotional game. It is an excellent game that I recommend everyone to playThis game is great, it has improved a lot from the previous installment. It has amazing graphics with improved combat. You can argue that the story is weaker than it was in the last one but it’s much up to personal preference. You can say that the story is weak but you can’t deny that it is well acted and it’s very emotional game. It is an excellent game that I recommend everyone to play who played the last game, it is a must play! Expand
  4. Jun 21, 2020
    10
    I think this game is amazing, the map is gigantic, there's plenty of action, drama, plays like a really long movie. I liked it a lot. Kudos to every person that worked in this game, it's a job well done from all of you.
  5. Jun 21, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is just awesome! Sure, not everybody will like the Story and how they did it, that's okay.
    I don't get the hate the game gets for the "SJW agenda" stuff. Is the main Charakter lesbian? Yes. Is the main antagonist a muscular women? Yes. I just don't get why that is a problem. Do all you haters really want the same Standard male hero male antagonist story for the rest of your life? Well for me this game is a Masterpiece.

    Sorry for my Bad english from a fellow german gamer.
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  6. Jun 19, 2020
    10
    People that give 0/10 don't even have the game. I bet they are just haters and Xbox fanboys.

    About the game, I only played 3 hours but I'm already loving it! Graphics are amazing like uncharted 4 The attention to details, the sounds, the soundtrack are superb. It's just crazy The combat is intense, realistic and awesome. The story is very strong, very emotional and hard to handle. I just
    People that give 0/10 don't even have the game. I bet they are just haters and Xbox fanboys.

    About the game, I only played 3 hours but I'm already loving it!
    Graphics are amazing like uncharted 4
    The attention to details, the sounds, the soundtrack are superb. It's just crazy
    The combat is intense, realistic and awesome.
    The story is very strong, very emotional and hard to handle.

    I just want to go home to play more hahaha

    The Last of us Part 2 it's a MASTERPIECE!
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  7. Jun 20, 2020
    10
    People that just came here to put 0 to this amazing game, just go play valorant. That seems to be your level of interests.
    Playing game all day, I can say, this is masterpiece and trying to sabotage this game is crime against gaming.
  8. Jul 9, 2020
    10
    I didn't look at any review before finishing this game so this is my honest opinion. Also, my real score for the game is 9.5. Graphics are amazing. Music is good but not as good as the first one. Story is great too but the order of way that they told the story was the weak part. Gameplay is great too but it can get repetitive sometimes. Overall I highly recommend the game.
  9. Jun 19, 2020
    10
    Well, it has been 12 hours since the game released. Of course I didn't play it. But so didn't any of the 6000 reviews already bringing the game score to an all time low. What I hate more than bad and misinformed reviews are hate reviews so I'm doing the lesser evil.

    And tbh, I don't even know why they hatin but I sure as hell can gurantee you that none of them played the game. Great
    Well, it has been 12 hours since the game released. Of course I didn't play it. But so didn't any of the 6000 reviews already bringing the game score to an all time low. What I hate more than bad and misinformed reviews are hate reviews so I'm doing the lesser evil.

    And tbh, I don't even know why they hatin but I sure as hell can gurantee you that none of them played the game.

    Great game. Haven't played it yet. But at least I'm being honest about it. 10/10 would review again.

    Ps: Will write a proper review in 2 days when a normal human being can actually finish it.
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  10. Jun 20, 2020
    10
    Game is great. Don't listen to Incel mob. It is more of the same, but that's not a bad thing..
  11. Oct 11, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is the BEST game. GREAT storyline. COOL new battle features. VERY BEAUTIFUL game. Who writes badly about the game, then he did not play this game. Game of the year! Expand
  12. Jun 27, 2020
    10
    I'm a huge fan of the first game, and part 2 is simply amazing and surpasses the first chapter in every possible way.
    Solid gameplay, incredible set pieces, beautiful maps and a mind boggling attention to details.
    NaughtyDog's trademark storytelling reaches new highs in this title, and despite the plot itself being pretty trivial (as it was in the first game), the way it's told and the
    I'm a huge fan of the first game, and part 2 is simply amazing and surpasses the first chapter in every possible way.
    Solid gameplay, incredible set pieces, beautiful maps and a mind boggling attention to details.
    NaughtyDog's trademark storytelling reaches new highs in this title, and despite the plot itself being pretty trivial (as it was in the first game), the way it's told and the way it's acted is not short of amazing.

    I just wanted to respond to all the people review bombing the game, I understand you didn't get the story you wanted. But it wasn't your story to tell in the first place. You're just a passenger. And giving a 0 to a technical/acting masterpiece just because you didn't get what you wanted is just plain stupid, be at least honest with yourself.

    Furthermore the first game lived in a morally grey area from the get go. If you ever thought Joel and Ellie were "good guys" you clearly have no idea what TLOU1 was about, and I kinda feel sorry for you.

    Also sexuality and woke themes aren't pushed in the slightest during the game so whoever still bring that up clearly have not played the game and just hopped on some hate bandwagon for the sake of being a miserable sad human being.

    I enjoyed every second of this game, even tho it's not a "fun" game, it's a game that pushes you to understand complex feeling, feeling you are forced to embrace even if you didn't want to, but that are never gratuitous or out of context. It's a mature game, and clearly there are a lot of gamers out there that do not have such maturity to even grasp the basic elements of it.

    This game is also not perfect and I would have liked a couple gameplay additions like a way to recall the horse or an attack from above tomb raider style.

    In the end I would give it a solid 9. But I will give it a 10 to make up for the embarrassment the hateful and ignorant part of the gaming community has brought to the table.
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  13. Jul 2, 2020
    10
    A really good game that makes you feel, with a story not everyone can accept.
  14. Jun 21, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Grandioso juego, muy diferente del primero pero sin duda un fuerte candidato al Goty Expand
  15. Jun 19, 2020
    10
    Don't listen to all of the butthurt haters review bombing this game. First of all the gameplay is clearly better than the predecessor even though people keep saying it's outdated. Sure it could use some refinement here and there but it's pretty solid as it is. Also people saying that the gameplay is behind are stupid because this game is based on the same engine as Uncharted 4 is and noDon't listen to all of the butthurt haters review bombing this game. First of all the gameplay is clearly better than the predecessor even though people keep saying it's outdated. Sure it could use some refinement here and there but it's pretty solid as it is. Also people saying that the gameplay is behind are stupid because this game is based on the same engine as Uncharted 4 is and no one complained about that games gameplay?! Story is a lot worse than the first one but in my opinion it's still better than most of the other AAA games out there. Lastly the graphics which might just be some of the best if not the best videogame graphics I've seen. soundtrack is also as good as in the first one. Expand
  16. Jun 19, 2020
    10
    One of the greatest games I've ever played! Naughty dog is the best game developer in the world! #tlou2=goty
  17. Jun 22, 2020
    10
    Che juego hermoso, la narrativa no tanto, pero veo que esta siendo calificado injustamente, me gusta mas el primero a nivel narrativo, pero the last of us part 2 es una obra de arte en graficos y una muy buena jugabilidad
  18. Jun 22, 2020
    10
    Sin palabras! Otra maravilla de entrega de Naughty Dog. Excelente, con una historia muy dura y muy bien planteada. Un imprescindible de esta generación
  19. Jun 19, 2020
    10
    Игра потрясающая. Отличный геймплей, хороший сюжет, я не понимаю людей, которые говорят, что там повестка, она хорошо вплетена в сюжет и по первым 20 часам игра офигенная. Графика хорошая. Всем рекомендую игру
  20. Jun 27, 2020
    10
    This is the best game i have ever played in my role life!!! Can’t wait for another sequel of the saga The Last of Us! Good job Naugh
  21. Jun 25, 2020
    10
    This is simply the best game I've ever played. It's devastating, and it hurts but this is what actual art is supposed to do. Thank you, Naughty Dog.
  22. Jun 20, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Very good game I highly recommend the only thing I didn't like about the game was the death of Joel but it complements a lot of the story and I recommend playing the first one Expand
  23. Jun 23, 2020
    10
    This game is marvelous when it comes to combat and gameplay mechanics and I wouldn't say it's better than its predecessor but it sure does have its own kicks!! Love the game
  24. Jun 19, 2020
    10
    Just do not listen to the haters who gave the game a bad score, I just finished the game myself, and I have never seen anything like this, it’s unique, brutal and absolutely genius. This is the kind of game that pushes the gaming industry further and allow for inspiration. Naughty dog again proves that they are the best game developers
  25. Jun 19, 2020
    10
    People are judging this game without even playing it . This isn’t fair . I’m a big fan of the series and despite some OUT OF CONTEXT leaks I found this story groundbreaking and well written. But To get to this point you have to experience it for yourself.
    ND has set the bar very high for AAA games. The enemies and compagnons AI is so advanced that makes you think it’s a real person.
    People are judging this game without even playing it . This isn’t fair . I’m a big fan of the series and despite some OUT OF CONTEXT leaks I found this story groundbreaking and well written. But To get to this point you have to experience it for yourself.
    ND has set the bar very high for AAA games. The enemies and compagnons AI is so advanced that makes you think it’s a real person. After finishing it I had only one desire : is to replay it again and explore more of the world and story.
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  26. Jun 19, 2020
    10
    Don’t all these right wing racist and homophobic pieces of **** sway this games quality. Don’t let these neckbearded basement dwelling sick people get their way. It’s a fantastic game with an insane twist. Amazing graphics and gameplay. Even if you don’t play it, don’t just simply believe it’s terrible because of angry mobs of right wing ****
  27. Jun 19, 2020
    10
    Хорошая игра, которая может держать интригу. Тебе всегда будет интересно, как закончиться новая история старых персонажей. Приятная графика и интересный геймплей затягивает на долго. Всем рекомендую.
  28. Jun 19, 2020
    10
    Great game play all the way through I had no problems with contents of the game.
  29. Jun 19, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Vale mierda, descuidaron la historia solo para poner personajes lgbt, que ademas se ven muy forzados. La muerte de joel indigna, infumable, como mierda confia en alguien asi de facil, mas con todo lo q a vivido. Y ese final de mierda. Dios mio q final mas mierda. La historia sola esta bien, pero cuando la pones en el universo de tlou, no queda bien. Si ND queria hacer un juego con un mensaje politico tan fuerte como lo intentsron con tlou2, hubieran creado otro juego, y asi no hechan a perder un juego tan perfecto como el 1. El 7 es porque a pesar de todo, el juego logra su principal cometido, el cual es hacerte sentir triste, impacyado, q te den ganas de vengarte, hacerte enojar. Pero lamentablemente, ese sentimiento que tan bien lograron transmitir, se ve opacado por la cagada de desarrollo de historoa q hicieron. Un juego decepcionante, q bastardea un juego perfecto y un personaje perfecto. Expand
  30. Jun 20, 2020
    10
    You just have to play the game for yourself don't let people spoil it to you. It's so much more than a just a game.
  31. Jun 19, 2020
    10
    best game of all time, i even feel sorry for the cashiers who came to give a bad score here, you should be playing the junk xbox games
  32. Jun 19, 2020
    10
    The game affects the feeling of WHO REALLY PLAYED from beginning to end. This is beautiful, as it will impact each person in a unique way. So many details in perfectly done places, varied facial expressions and a very rich world. Of course, there are slips in the story (the game that you don't have, that throws the first stone) and maybe even a little sloppiness with a character, but IThe game affects the feeling of WHO REALLY PLAYED from beginning to end. This is beautiful, as it will impact each person in a unique way. So many details in perfectly done places, varied facial expressions and a very rich world. Of course, there are slips in the story (the game that you don't have, that throws the first stone) and maybe even a little sloppiness with a character, but I found the situation very justified for the whole development of the plot. The issue of homosexuality, so criticized by many, I see no problem, perhaps the person is TOO conservative or too prejudiced. As I said, this game will affect each person in a unique way, and I think it is too wrong to generalize in a negative way, and this applies to the end of the game, because I learned that there will always be several sides of the same situation, that is, maybe yours truth is not really the truth. For me, this game is a masterpiece, strong, very well done, rich in details and full of emotions. It is not a game for children. Expand
  33. Jun 19, 2020
    10
    I love this game on so many levels. The longer time passes to think about it, the more I like it. As I was playing, it was definitely difficult to see what the characters went through. But I love the way it stands for empathy and understanding others point of view. I was extremely sad to see my favorite character die, but I understand it is a zombie apocalypse video game and Life isI love this game on so many levels. The longer time passes to think about it, the more I like it. As I was playing, it was definitely difficult to see what the characters went through. But I love the way it stands for empathy and understanding others point of view. I was extremely sad to see my favorite character die, but I understand it is a zombie apocalypse video game and Life is brutal. The game was beautiful and the gameplay was very entertaining. Thank you to all who made it Expand
  34. Jun 20, 2020
    10
    Great. Simply great. It’s the best game I have played in years. 10 out of 10
  35. Jun 20, 2020
    10
    Absolutely Stunning. Plays with your mind and continues right where the first part ended. One of the best games of this generation.
  36. Jun 20, 2020
    10
    This game is very realistic, and so the deaths may not be Marvel-style. The narrative is a treasure and the gameplay is brilliantly polished.
  37. Jun 20, 2020
    10
    I support this non-bigoted game creator Everyone should feel included and represented.
  38. Jun 27, 2020
    10
    Bestes Spiel das ich je gespielt habe. Die Story ist nicht für jeden was. Im ersten Part ging es um Liebe, Natürlich werden diesen mehr mögen als den in dem es um Hass und Rache geht.
  39. Jun 20, 2020
    10
    If you liked the first game, you will like this game as well. Tense situations, exhilarating gameplay. All with the polish you can expect from a naughty dog game. I'm about ten hours in now and absolutely love the game!
  40. Jun 20, 2020
    10
    This game is awesome. It's definitely not the 1st one but it was never supposed to be. It's still emotional, violent, and good story telling along w great visuals. Definitely worthwhile. Ignore all the sensitive boys who are mad about this game being female-led & having openly gay characters. I've been gaming for 20+ yeas & have NEVER been offended by all the male led video games, andThis game is awesome. It's definitely not the 1st one but it was never supposed to be. It's still emotional, violent, and good story telling along w great visuals. Definitely worthwhile. Ignore all the sensitive boys who are mad about this game being female-led & having openly gay characters. I've been gaming for 20+ yeas & have NEVER been offended by all the male led video games, and heterosexual men I've had to play as as a female myself. TLOU2 is great, play it yourself and find out. Expand
  41. Jun 24, 2020
    10
    La verdad es que, si bien la historia tiene algunas incoherencias, lo comprendo totalmente pero se puede dejar pasar ya que te entrega diverso contenido de más en los que realmente tus acciones se ven afectadas por las consecuencias, momentos emotivos y tristes, en como está estructurada también me pareció genial, realista y cruda.
    Todos sabíamos sobre un evento traumático, es algo que se
    La verdad es que, si bien la historia tiene algunas incoherencias, lo comprendo totalmente pero se puede dejar pasar ya que te entrega diverso contenido de más en los que realmente tus acciones se ven afectadas por las consecuencias, momentos emotivos y tristes, en como está estructurada también me pareció genial, realista y cruda.
    Todos sabíamos sobre un evento traumático, es algo que se nos viene mostrando desde los trailers, tenía que ser algo impactante, algo que te dejara un mal sabor en la boca y lo consiguieron. El hecho de que controláramos a un personaje nuevo jugable se me hizo un poco difícil tener una afinación con éste pero lo conseguí de alguna manera. El gameplay, para que decir, es perfecto, los enfrentamientos son demasiado buenos y te dejan enganchado. Diría que tenía las expectativas demasiado altas pero no me decepcionó, una historia cruel y espontánea que me dejó satisfecho, me encantó.
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  42. Jun 20, 2020
    10
    Microsoft must have paid a company to review bomb this place because all the user reviews are utter nonsense and basically cut and paste of each other. Either that or an angry kid in his basement reposting the same garbage. Read the critic reviews as I can tell you from my experience they are more accurate than the trash you will read for user reviews. This game is a masterpiece ofMicrosoft must have paid a company to review bomb this place because all the user reviews are utter nonsense and basically cut and paste of each other. Either that or an angry kid in his basement reposting the same garbage. Read the critic reviews as I can tell you from my experience they are more accurate than the trash you will read for user reviews. This game is a masterpiece of gameplay, graphics and story telling. One of the best games of this generation. Do yourself a favor and just play it. Expand
  43. Jun 20, 2020
    10
    Immense, intense, character driven game. This really is the defining game of the generation. A pure masterpiece.
  44. Jun 20, 2020
    10
    This game is a fantastic sequel to the original, lots of new gameplay features, amazing environments and a fantastic storyline.
  45. Jun 20, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Amazing game! Highly recommend it for everyone. Playing as both protagonist and apparent antagonist creates a complex reality to navigate. Expand
  46. Jun 20, 2020
    10
    Este juego es una obra de arte tanto gráficamente como en jugabilidad e historia,
    Siento que no merece las miles de críticas negativas que sufre este juego, este juego vale totalmente la pena y que todas las críticas a este juego no te impidan tener una gran experiencia.
  47. Jun 21, 2020
    10
    Gameplay is a new and improved version of the amazing gameplay from the first one. Clickers are still just has horrifying and there were many intense moments where I could feel my heart beat. Amazing. And the story is just brilliant. I’m a straight white dude and I **** loved it because I can accept that a woman can be jacked and that gay people exist. This story portrays a very realGameplay is a new and improved version of the amazing gameplay from the first one. Clickers are still just has horrifying and there were many intense moments where I could feel my heart beat. Amazing. And the story is just brilliant. I’m a straight white dude and I **** loved it because I can accept that a woman can be jacked and that gay people exist. This story portrays a very real version of the themes of vengeance and consequences. And just how stubborn and unforgiving humans can be. 10/10 **** brilliant Expand
  48. Jun 21, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The hate for this game is extremely unwarranted. I guarantee that most of the people hating on this game haven't even played it. And if they did, they wouldn't give it a chance. This has been my most anticipated game ever. The first one is my 2nd favorite game of all time but i genuinely think that this game is better. The story is better, the gameplay is leaps and bounds better and the characters are better. We barely know these new characters but I cared about them as if they were my real friends.
    The relationship between Dina and Ellie is everrrything. They have so much chemistry together. Even the relationship between Owen and Abby was very well done. And let me just say this. The fact that I cared about Abby after she did what she did is crazy. The writing for this game is just insanely good.
    The ending for this game is great. From Abby and Ellies fight scene all the way to Ellie walking away from the country house leaving her guitar there is masterful. So much to unwrap with this game. One of my favorite things about this game is the overall lesson. Don't let revenge consume you. Revenge is a big thing in this game. Abby got revenge for her father and that caused all of her friends to die and for her and her new friend to almost die. Ellie wanted to get revenge for Joel and she lost Jesse, her fingers, and almost Tommy, Dina and her life. She DID try to let it go but she kept remember Joel dying and developed PTSD over it so to put those nightmares to bed, she decided to go get that revenge and even that almost killed her. Ellie thankfully didnt go through with killing Abby and i think that was a good move. Even though Abby deserved it in Ellies eyes, she let her go.
    I also really like that this game shows that Joel was the real bad guy all along. Never thought that I would think of him as a bad guy but this game did it.


    This game uses flashbacks perfectly. I don't usually like flashbacks in my movies, games or what have you. It always feels like padding but here, it has a meaning and feels necessary to the plot. The last flashback we got..oopph what a tear jerker man.


    When Joel sang that song to Ellie in the beginning "If I were to ever lose you, I'd surely lose myself." That right there pretty much summarizes the game. Ellie lost herself. I love that little bit. The graphics are pretty great. The only con I have with them is that Owen didnt look as good as the others.


    Don't listen to the haters for this game. They just can't get over the death of Joel and completely write off the entire game cuz of it. They just wanted the same exact game as the first one. And to you homophobes out there that think just because theres a gay character in a game it means they're automatically pushing the agenda. **** you. Grow up. This **** should be looked at as normal. You are whats wrong with the world. Graphics- 9.5/10
    Characters- 10/10
    Story- 10/10
    Gameplay- 10/10

    I very much loved this game and I think if you get the binky out of your mouth and give this game a chance, go into it with an open mind and look at the game from a story perspective, you would love this game just as much as me.

    If you HONESTLY did ALL of that and STILL didn't like the game, then thats fine. You're intitled to your opinion.
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  49. Jun 21, 2020
    10
    The best game I have ever played, don’t understand the bad reviews, I waited so long for this game and played the first one all the time. This has not disapointed me at all, it’s made me cry and made me laugh in some parts, this is a masterpiece and the creators should be proud. The voice acting is incredible and the graphics have blown me away! The story is absalutely amazing and it’sThe best game I have ever played, don’t understand the bad reviews, I waited so long for this game and played the first one all the time. This has not disapointed me at all, it’s made me cry and made me laugh in some parts, this is a masterpiece and the creators should be proud. The voice acting is incredible and the graphics have blown me away! The story is absalutely amazing and it’s taking me suprise at every turn, I’m around halfway through the game now and I can’t wait to hump back in in a minute. Love it so much. Thank you naughty dog Expand
  50. Jun 23, 2020
    9
    Naughty Dog nails it, it's a wonderful game. If the first was about losing and then finding yourself in love, this one is about finding and losing yourself in hate. A bittersweet story of a spiral of revenge that goes on and on, losing it's own motives on the way. Nothing is written in black and white, all characters are gray: clearly developers wanted us to feel like someone's antagonist,Naughty Dog nails it, it's a wonderful game. If the first was about losing and then finding yourself in love, this one is about finding and losing yourself in hate. A bittersweet story of a spiral of revenge that goes on and on, losing it's own motives on the way. Nothing is written in black and white, all characters are gray: clearly developers wanted us to feel like someone's antagonist, and that's the core. Enemies scream for their loved ones who you just murdered and we start to question if we're right. Beautifuly done in my opinion, that's the kind of story we keep thinking about later. In a world full of games we choose how the plot goes it's wonderful how in this one not having a choice is a narrative choice wich tells a lot about the characters.

    Later in game we play as another character that's not Ellie. Very courageous choice from Naughty Dog, and though I loved this character I think most of people who will dislike the game will come from here. The only downside of the game in my opinion it's that sometimes this part seems like a fetch quest: go here, go there. Everytime you go here or there something important does happen, but I think the wandering in this part could be a little shorter. And that's the only reason it's not a perfect ten for me, the rest is absolutely amazing.

    Beautiful graphics, amazing gameplay. Environments are stunning, from huge open areas to narrow and dangerous passages, from destroyed cities with collapsed builinds to small abandoned towns. Two new kinds of infected and a huge improvement in AI. Different groups of enemies behave different to you. In my first run it took me almost 23 hours to finish in the easiest difficult. For a linear game, that's a huge story arc.

    Most people who are giving bad reviews didn't even play the damn game. Most say something about the trans character and the muscular lady. They are different characters, so from here you can say a lot about what's happening.

    Don't be fooled by anyone, the game is awesome. Not a perfect ten for me, but something like a 9.8.
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  51. Jun 22, 2020
    10
    before you rate the game. Go through it to the end. this is a good game. Yes, you really have to endure the second half of the game, but believe me it’s worth it. What a deep sense the developers put in this game.
  52. Jun 21, 2020
    10
    Wooow magnifique de À à Z. Un jeu qui sert bien plus le propos que juste la volonté des joueurs et qui finalement performe dans les deux
  53. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    I finished the game for the first time a few hours ago and it was such a wild journey. It was draining and emotional, but in a good way. I’m easily scared by gore and violence, but I felt like I had to experience this story for myself from start to finish, because it’s rare that we get to experience the cycle of revenge so intimately. I was happy (and sad) to explore this theme with theI finished the game for the first time a few hours ago and it was such a wild journey. It was draining and emotional, but in a good way. I’m easily scared by gore and violence, but I felt like I had to experience this story for myself from start to finish, because it’s rare that we get to experience the cycle of revenge so intimately. I was happy (and sad) to explore this theme with the characters of this grim world. Ashley’s performance as Ellie is still spot on, and the addition of Abby (Laura Bailey) adds a whole new layer to this story. This game asks many questions that I often ask myself, especially about the thin line between justice and vengeance, and about the people who are left behind. My favorite quote comes very far in the game and encapsulates everything that I took away from The Last of Us: “I don’t think I can ever forgive you for that. But I’d like to.” If you’re ready to go on this hard journey, you should definitely pick up this game. Expand
  54. Jun 21, 2020
    10
    All i can say is that i love this game! and idc what anyone says, don't listen to people's negative reviews. If you are really curious about the game, go out and grab yourself a copy and be your own judge, don't let some cry babies ruin your expectations of the game you've been waiting so long to play and enjoy. After 20 plus hours i felt satisfied with the game and i don't regret myAll i can say is that i love this game! and idc what anyone says, don't listen to people's negative reviews. If you are really curious about the game, go out and grab yourself a copy and be your own judge, don't let some cry babies ruin your expectations of the game you've been waiting so long to play and enjoy. After 20 plus hours i felt satisfied with the game and i don't regret my purchase at all. I would also like to thank naughty dog for creating such a master piece and making such a wonderful experience for me. Expand
  55. Jun 22, 2020
    10
    The games is great! don't really understand the review bombing. All I know is it doesnt deserve the low user score its getting
  56. Jun 22, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Very very good The game is awesome is one of the best games Ever made is very beautiful graphics The gameplay is perfect The caracters to , if have multiplayer mode are perfect Expand
  57. Jun 25, 2020
    10
    Excellent video game. It is not possible to zero when it stands out for a narrative and mature history full of hues. Also, its graphics and gameplay stand out, as it happened with the first installment. If you are looking to repeat the experience that TLOU 1 gave you, you are wrong: TLOU Part II has its own essence. The new game protonized by Ellie is nothing more than a huge game that isExcellent video game. It is not possible to zero when it stands out for a narrative and mature history full of hues. Also, its graphics and gameplay stand out, as it happened with the first installment. If you are looking to repeat the experience that TLOU 1 gave you, you are wrong: TLOU Part II has its own essence. The new game protonized by Ellie is nothing more than a huge game that is treated with contempt and injustice. I'm passing NG + and I know what I'm talking about. Expand
  58. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. i don't even think of this simply as a "game" it was an incredible emotional and physical journey about human emotion, from hate to love, and intrapersonal reflexions. i felt everything the game wanted me to feel, the grief, the sadness, the raw anger, the fear, the desperation, the love, the forgiveness, and the reconciliation with one's self. Definitely would've love to play more with Ellie, since it's the main character and the one in the cover of the game, but still this was an incredible experience. Expand
  59. Jun 22, 2020
    10
    The story is amazing, really emotional - and this coming from a person who usually skips cutscenes to get to the action! You can see a LOT of work went into writing the story, giving the characters real life, and a story that fits PERFECTLY with the 1st game. Thank you, ND, for this amazing sequel.
  60. Jun 22, 2020
    10
    great game, awesome plot, not inferior to the first part, I get real pleasure from playing in the evenings after hard work.
  61. Jun 22, 2020
    10
    Perfecto.
    Aún no estoy seguro si puedo superar a la obra dr arte del primero. Es perfecto.
  62. Jun 23, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The plot is interesting, the gameplay is excellent.
    Well,the game turned out great, to the final controversial.
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  63. Jun 23, 2020
    10
    Me parece muy buen juego aunque por otras cosas que no tienen nada que ver con la historia del mismo lo estén mortificando
  64. Jun 23, 2020
    10
    Jogo incrível, assim como o primeiro, mas infelizmente muitas pessoas não entenderam o game e deram muitas notas negativas
  65. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Right away I have to say that if you are not going to play this game because of the plot leaks or the low user score that the game has on metacritic you are doing yourself a disservice. Also, the same goes for if you quit playing within the first few hours of the game due to what happens to one of the main characters. Several of the leaks and rumored plot points are completely untrue andRight away I have to say that if you are not going to play this game because of the plot leaks or the low user score that the game has on metacritic you are doing yourself a disservice. Also, the same goes for if you quit playing within the first few hours of the game due to what happens to one of the main characters. Several of the leaks and rumored plot points are completely untrue and are not even in the game. Or they've been twisted because of someone's bias and are far different onscreen than what people have written about them or talked about in a YouTube video.

    Unfortunately, so many people are missing out on playing the sequel or posting a review on here without even playing the game because of these things. That being said the game is incredible and in some ways even better than the original. The graphics, environments, level design, music, pacing, combat, and UI are all some of the best of this console generation. Now for the part that everyone seems to be complaining about and why they're review bombing every single user review site.

    The storyline and new characters introduced in this game are amazing. The first Last of Us is one of my all-time favorite video games, if not my favorite, and I've beaten it multiple times. I never expected this game to meet the bar that the first game set but somehow it did. I do not want to post any spoilers but I will say that the game is directly tied to the decision that Joel makes at the end of the first game. For some reason, it appears that many people forget that the decision he made to kill multiple Fireflies in order to save Ellie was morally ambiguous. Joel's decision to save one life over the lives of the Fireflies and potentially hundreds if not thousands of people that would have been saved because of a cure for the virus was not a black and white ending. Joel and Ellie were not and are not in the sequel morally-pure characters. It's what makes them good characters and not stereotypes of ones usually represented in stories about zombies or virus outbreaks.

    That is exactly where the sequel picks up. Joel has to wrestle with the consequences that he faces for this decision and how it will affect everyone around him especially Ellie. The narrative in this game is told out of order as the player weaves through multiple playable characters' storylines. What makes this game's truly incredible and unique though is how it shows the side of the antagonists. We get to see how Joel and Ellie's oftentimes extremely violent actions impact the lives of the people they kill as well as their family and friends. I don't want to say much more than that due to potentially stating any spoilers. If you've heard spoilers or rumored plot points give the game a fair chance. You can't truly experience a game until you've played it. If you've managed to avoid all spoilers then go in with an open mind. I highly doubt that you won't enjoy it in some way.

    Naughty Dog has done the impossible. Each game in their history has continually raised their bar for their ability to tell outstanding stories through the medium of video games. They've learned from their previous games and created one of the most highly polished games of this console generation and all time. Don't miss out on experiencing it.
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  66. Jul 10, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. the game is one of the greatest games on ps4 hands down ... despite the obvious agenda ... the story is just so great the ending is great ... i really cant find a bad thing about this game beside what i mentioned above .... all in all this game desearves alot more than this rating from the players and thats is why i give it 10/10 thank you naughty dog ❤️❤️ Expand
  67. Jul 10, 2020
    10
    One of the most gut-wrenching, mentally exhausting games I've ever played. It was an incredible experience and I loved it. I wish more people were open to the story and themes that this game wanted to convey.
  68. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I am a casual gamer who plays for fun and I am writing this review based on my own experience with the game. I would ideally give it a 9.5 but that is not an option. Hence the 10.

    I am splitting my review into 3 sections. Gameplay, graphics ad Story. The story section will contain major spoilers.

    1. Gameplay:
    Overall, there were some major improvements to the gameplay compared to the previous game. For a major portion of the previous game, the goal of the player was to find the fireflies. Every time we got closer to the goal, a sick twist of events would push the goal a bit further and we were forced to play on. Only in the final act of the game, there are a bunch of twists and turns that shifts the focus of the player from the main story and throws in some variety. A good example of this is the part where Ellie is kidnapped by the Cannibals.

    This is completely different in part 2. This game is split into smaller missions and each mission has smaller goals along with one final mission goal. This made the gameplay experience more engaging.

    The game also throws in more variety by adding more uniqueness to various enemy types. There are some new infected as well as human enemy types and each of them engages with you differently. If you are someone who likes to take a stealthy approach, you can overhear the conversations of the human enemy types and sometimes they are really interesting. I also felt that the map design of this game encourages stealth more than the previous game. Engaging with the enemies in combat is also great fun as you get to handle a larger set of weapons while you play as the 2 different characters in the game.

    The game has many environmental puzzles you had to solve to open safes and locked doors with loot behind them. The environmental puzzles were not very hard to crack but you would easily miss the looting area if you don't make a conscious effort to look for them. The puzzles you had to solve to open safes were repetitive but fun.

    I did find the guitar portions mildly annoying, but it was connected to the climax beautifully. So I will give it a pass.

    2. Graphics:
    The outdoors were beautiful and breathtaking whereas the indoors were rich and filled to the brim with details and easter eggs. The game lets you play in a multitude of settings like lush grasslands, forests, swamps, burning village, stormy sea, shaky sky bridge etc. to name a few. The top-notch graphics used to render these environments in detail makes the game more engaging and fun. The game sometimes gives you areas to walk around and explore and appreciate the beauty with no threats around. The character animations for combat, restocking, upgrading weapons etc. were also extremely detailed.

    3. Story: (spoiler alert)
    In short, it is a story of 2 people that are thirsty for revenge against each other and how their lives are impacted by it.

    Joel, the fan-favourite protagonist of the previous game is killed brutally within the first hour of gameplay by a character called Abby who is this game’s antagonist. This lets the player take control of Ellie on a 3-day adventure to track and kill Abby. During the course of these 3 days, you come face to face with allies of Abby. As a player, you get to kill these allies one by one in typical videogame fashion.

    Finally, when you come face to face with the antagonist, the game decides to play a cruel joke and makes you play the 3 days again as the antagonist. Although this portion might not succeed in making players like the antagonist, it helps you get a better understanding of how Ellie’s actions of the past 3 days have impacted Abby’s life. The game reserves some of the better action sequences for this portion of the game as a way of bribing the player to complete this part of the game. The cruel joke continues as the player is forced to beat up Ellie to the last inch of her life while playing as Abby.

    Eventually, the player is given back the control of Ellie so that we can get our long-overdue payback. At this point I was itching to get my hands on Abby. The cruel joke continues as the game presents me with the opportunity to get my revenge but at the same time, it manages to convince me to not wanting to do it. Until this point I was eager to beat the S**t out of Abby, but when I was supposed to ‘press square repeatedly’ to get the kill, I could not get myself to do it. Ellie uses the final bit of goodness in her vengeance filled psyche to show mercy to Abby. Abby rides away into the sunset. Yes, the antagonist kind of wins.

    The game then ends with a scene involving Joel that manages to further elevate our love for our favourite protagonist from the first game.

    Verdict:
    Apart from a few plot holes, I thoroughly enjoyed the emotional roller coaster the game took me on. I would recommend this game to anyone who enjoys a work of fiction that emotionally manipulates you. Others might not enjoy this.
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  69. Jun 25, 2020
    10
    Masterpiece. You can't say otherwise for a game like this. You feel the tension from beginning to end and the story is so good.
  70. Jun 25, 2020
    10
    Perfect, beautiful, super emotional, brutal, shocking, brave and revolutionary in every way. This was an experience. Best game I ever played.
    Sadly it's receiving so many hate cause those so called ,,agendas” things that really aren’t here and false rumours that went out before release.
  71. Jun 28, 2020
    10
    This was an amazing game with an unpredictable and challenging story. More of the gameplay I loved from the first game, but refined and perfected. Beautiful graphics that take full advantage of the PS4's hardware. Exciting, emotional, and provocative. Do not listen to crybabies on the internet, try the game out for yourself.
  72. Jul 1, 2020
    10
    顽皮狗,你挑战了游戏和玩家,这是游戏史上最强烈的二律背反,最丰富的情绪表达,尽管你们的作品仍然这么粗糙潦草,我还是要表扬你们。
    但是你们犯了最严重的错误,就是在预告片欺诈玩家。如果有实力的话,你们最好把所有事情都在游戏里完成。在我看来小岛秀夫当年的行为简直可以说是黑历史,你们偏偏要学这个!
    我仍然会给你很高的分数以此鼓励你们,但希望你们能变得真正勇敢起来。 Naughty dog, you challenge the game and the player. This is the strongest antinomy in the history of the game, the richest expression of emotions. Even if your work is still so rough and scribbled, I still
    顽皮狗,你挑战了游戏和玩家,这是游戏史上最强烈的二律背反,最丰富的情绪表达,尽管你们的作品仍然这么粗糙潦草,我还是要表扬你们。
    但是你们犯了最严重的错误,就是在预告片欺诈玩家。如果有实力的话,你们最好把所有事情都在游戏里完成。在我看来小岛秀夫当年的行为简直可以说是黑历史,你们偏偏要学这个!
    我仍然会给你很高的分数以此鼓励你们,但希望你们能变得真正勇敢起来。
    Naughty dog, you challenge the game and the player. This is the strongest antinomy in the history of the game, the richest expression of emotions. Even if your work is still so rough and scribbled, I still want to praise you.
    But you have made the most serious mistake, that is, when I told Hideo Kojima's behavior in those years, it can be said to be black history.
    I will still give you a very high score to gradually encourage you, but hope you can become truly brave.
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  73. Jun 30, 2020
    10
    I don’t understand the hate I honestly think it’s a phenomenal game and should win game of the year.
  74. Jul 13, 2020
    10
    This is one of the most timely and important games. If you have not played the first game please do so. Then play this one until the credits roll. Be open to the experience the game is taking you on. Graphically, narratively, technically one of the most impressive feats in gaming history. Take your time with it. Live in it. Embrace it. Feel it. Dwell on it. Reflect. Learn perspective. BeThis is one of the most timely and important games. If you have not played the first game please do so. Then play this one until the credits roll. Be open to the experience the game is taking you on. Graphically, narratively, technically one of the most impressive feats in gaming history. Take your time with it. Live in it. Embrace it. Feel it. Dwell on it. Reflect. Learn perspective. Be open to where your emotions might go. The mechanics and graphics alone are enough to carry this game. But the punches and surprises it pulls of are truly unforgettable. Truly a masterpiece Expand
  75. Jul 13, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It is a 10/10 game ... unforgettable at the visual level, literally I thought I was watching and playing a movie, dynamic environments, at the story level I know that it was not easy to integrate so many nuances but they did it in an excellent way, since they did not They only left the comfort zone of a game to sell many copies but concentrated on exposing many traits of the people that we can feel identified, hatred, rancor, love, the relationship father and daughter, doing everything for the person that you love, but also show that although everything is wrong and you think that you are on the side of "good", it is not always like that, it is all about redemption and learning ....... very well accomplished, besides that I appreciate a game that does not only tells typical stories but dares to innovate ... LGBTTTIQ +, various types of love and affection, redemption and learning
    Magnificent
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  76. Apr 4, 2022
    9
    I really don't get the anger and the hate around this game
    The story is really original. The structure could be discuss, and it's certainly not a choice I would have maid if I were on the decision panel, but, I think it's a reason why it's good. It's hard, different, not expected
    There are some length, but at least, you can play them, not just watch them. The atmosphere is greeeeeaaaat
    I really don't get the anger and the hate around this game
    The story is really original. The structure could be discuss, and it's certainly not a choice I would have maid if I were on the decision panel, but, I think it's a reason why it's good. It's hard, different, not expected
    There are some length, but at least, you can play them, not just watch them.
    The atmosphere is greeeeeaaaat and the feeling you get during this game come from a really large spectrum (love, sad, hate, anger, frustration (but not because of the playability))
    It's an amazing game. enjoy
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  77. Jun 20, 2020
    10
    The amount of manbabies out there who havent even played the game yet they went out to give it a 0/10 is astonishing. The saddest thing though is that most of them went out and read a bunch of spoilers in a few sentences and then thought that reading about these things out of context is the same as playing the game and feeling the impact they make. All in all they destroyed an amazingThe amount of manbabies out there who havent even played the game yet they went out to give it a 0/10 is astonishing. The saddest thing though is that most of them went out and read a bunch of spoilers in a few sentences and then thought that reading about these things out of context is the same as playing the game and feeling the impact they make. All in all they destroyed an amazing experience and they act like babies. Their loss. Dont be like them... Expand
  78. Jun 22, 2020
    10
    People need to grow up - there is no point for Naughty Dog to re-make the same game, just to keep fans of the first game pleased.

    The Last of Us II IS a different game. And while it is different - it is still extremely entertaining and well executed.
  79. Jun 20, 2020
    10
    This game is absolutely incredible to say the very least. The writing of the game feels like a natural extension of the franchise. More as a continuation of the story in the first than a sequel. Every gameplay aspect that improved Uncharted 4 is on full display here in the best ways. Every character feels real and the circumstances surrounding their relationships are second to none. TheThis game is absolutely incredible to say the very least. The writing of the game feels like a natural extension of the franchise. More as a continuation of the story in the first than a sequel. Every gameplay aspect that improved Uncharted 4 is on full display here in the best ways. Every character feels real and the circumstances surrounding their relationships are second to none. The heartbreak, the joys, and the tense nature of the original are all there if you're willing to look past this onslaught of review bombing and actually experience everything Naughty Dog gave their all to present. 10/10 will get the Platinum. Expand
  80. Jun 19, 2020
    10
    Just finished the story, don’t listen to the reviewers bomb giving it a 0 without even playing the game. This was amazing, the graphics, the gameplay, the immersive world, the story, the characters and the brutality of this game will stay with me for years to come. A true masterpiece!
  81. Jun 23, 2020
    10
    Brillante en todos sus apartados! Te dejara con la boca abierta! Gráficos, historia, sonido etc.Eso si, no es cuento para niños!
  82. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    One quarter of the way through the game opinion: I enjoyed this more than the first. Deeply appreciated that Druckman didn’t sellout and write something to please everyone. I’ve usually associated gay as being a bit too annoyingly sensitive and too gentle (for lack of a better word...or maybe it’s delicate), but this movie is as gutsy and manly as it can get. But at the same time it stealsOne quarter of the way through the game opinion: I enjoyed this more than the first. Deeply appreciated that Druckman didn’t sellout and write something to please everyone. I’ve usually associated gay as being a bit too annoyingly sensitive and too gentle (for lack of a better word...or maybe it’s delicate), but this movie is as gutsy and manly as it can get. But at the same time it steals your heart even though u might not be the same sexual orientation as Ellie u can’t help but sympathize and appreciate that there is love there. There’s so much I want to say it’s funny, the game play is so enjoyable but tbh I gotta keep playing. I think if there are complaints about this move it’s bc some ppl a bit to sheltered (as this generation can be) to appreciate a story with some real struggle and some suffering and I kind of enjoy seeing fruitcakes like that squirm a little.

    After finishing: you can tell so much love went into creating this. There is such attention to detail, but at the same time, each step is leading us toward a bigger picture. Its hard for me to see how someone can not like it if they play it through, or even just play it half way through. Understandably I think some people were devastated by listening to some of the leaks, I went on nearly hate site towards the game and liked it, but well before the end of this journey I could see I was hasty in my reaction. It's a better story and more entertaining and more meaningful than most best pictures like Forest Gump, Braveheart, No Country for Old Men...and in comparing it to a book, it its in the same vein thematically as "To Kill a Mockingbird", but I feel even more superior because it was a sequel.

    I sympathize to those who heard about leaks and felt their high expectations were crushed. I know a theme of hope leaves you with this feeling that's hard to beat, like at the end of part 1. At the end of part 2, despite the insult you felt to your heart early on, you can tell as a gamer who longed to take a journey, you were deeply respected and loved.
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  83. Jun 28, 2020
    10
    Attention please! This is a review written by someone who HAS ACTUALLY PLAYED AND FINISHED THE GAME. The whole freaking 30 hours, yes. I'm also not going to spoil anything here, only talk about the overall experience.

    First, lets talk about those 30 hours. **** hell, this game is loooong. I swear to God, they could've easily made 2 games out of all the events and stuff that happens in
    Attention please! This is a review written by someone who HAS ACTUALLY PLAYED AND FINISHED THE GAME. The whole freaking 30 hours, yes. I'm also not going to spoil anything here, only talk about the overall experience.

    First, lets talk about those 30 hours. **** hell, this game is loooong. I swear to God, they could've easily made 2 games out of all the events and stuff that happens in this game. And absolutely nothing in it feels like "filler" content, the game just bombards you with action after action, twist after twist, it's insane. The game also has more locations and places to explore than I could've ever imagined, it's RIDICULOUS. Not ONE of them looks rushed or anything lesser than a masterpiece in terms of detail and visuals.

    Talking about visuals, HOLY **** You played Uncharted 4? Yeah, this game looks considerably better. I don't know how it's possible, but it's true. TLOU 2 has absolutely no right to look this good on a current gen console. The PS4 goes out with a bang with this game.

    STORY. Oh, **** What the **** do i even say here... I close my eyes and I see scenes from the game. Play it. Do it and you'll understand. I'm kinda going through my adjectives here, I don't even know how to describe it. The game will take you on a ride and there's no getting off until you reach the end. It's history making kind of story. People will talk about it for years to come.

    I left one of the best parts for last... The gameplayyyyy. Visceral. **** Visceral. Absolutely ridiculous what they did here. No other game comes as close in terms of making your enemies feel ALIVE. Making your character feel alive while in combat. No game has did what TLOU 2 has done in terms of gameplay. EVER.
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  84. Jun 21, 2020
    10
    Without a doubt the best Naughty Dog game, and one of the best games ever. The review bombing is completely unjustified and frankly embarrassing.

    Gameplay wise the game is a huge step up from the first game, it's more intense and far more visceral, especially melee combat which feels meaty. Small additions like being able to go prone open up lots of possibly for stealth, being able to
    Without a doubt the best Naughty Dog game, and one of the best games ever. The review bombing is completely unjustified and frankly embarrassing.

    Gameplay wise the game is a huge step up from the first game, it's more intense and far more visceral, especially melee combat which feels meaty. Small additions like being able to go prone open up lots of possibly for stealth, being able to crawl under cars, lay in grass to avoid patrols really opened up your options. The game also feels far more responsive than other games going for this hyper realistic style, gameplay was not sidelined for realism. As with all Naughty Dog games there were also many amazing set pieces with intense action sequences that got the adrenaline pumping.

    Visually it's a masterpiece, the cut scenes especially were fantastic. The animations were just on another level, which made the game feel so much more realistic, the tiniest details were paid attention to and it made a big difference overall. The lighting, textures, shadows, character models and particle effects were all so well done, the developers didn't leave any of the PS4s power on the table, and they did it all without too many performance drops.

    The audio was top-notch, with industry leading voice work and some of the best atmospheric sounds I've ever heard, which helped the gameplay feel beyond intense at times, certain areas were legitimately terrifying. One small touch which I loved was the fact enemies called out names when you killed their friends, it made them seem more real, instead of just random NPCs.

    The story was excellent, with some truly heartbreaking moments and lots of little stories interwoven throughout. You got to see the other side of the story in a way that's rarely the case, which made you reflect on your decisions and made you ask yourself "am I the bad guy?".

    Overall The Last of Us II is a masterpiece, and a game you definitely should play, unless you have a problem with a gay lead, like the people review bombing one of the best games ever made ;)
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  85. Jun 20, 2020
    10
    Es muy triste tener que ver esta nota que es claramente fruto del haterismo y la homofobia . He jugado gran parte de la campaña y creo que es una nota totalmente injusta. El apartado técnico es sobresaliente y muestra un gusto por el detalle excelso, la historia es valiente y osada y tan sólo una pincelada más de la pluralidad que enriquece nuestra sociedad; en lo jugable es quizásEs muy triste tener que ver esta nota que es claramente fruto del haterismo y la homofobia . He jugado gran parte de la campaña y creo que es una nota totalmente injusta. El apartado técnico es sobresaliente y muestra un gusto por el detalle excelso, la historia es valiente y osada y tan sólo una pincelada más de la pluralidad que enriquece nuestra sociedad; en lo jugable es quizás donde es más convencional, pero lo que hace lo hace muy bien. En definitiva una auténtica joya, y lo dice un jugador que juega sobre todo en Xbox. Expand
  86. Jun 24, 2020
    10
    A masterpiece of interactive storytelling. A video game that pushes the art form to depths previously only achieved by a very small number of rare gems in other forms of media.
  87. Jul 1, 2020
    10
    The people here that burn this game down just as a statement should be ashamed of themselves. Rating a game 0 just because the story doesn't go as you want it to go. Shameful. Naughty Dog has managed to make a good and surprising game and the second half really lets you think and wonder of your initial thoughts are right. Any game that gets uppity of na and makes you think, is by far aThe people here that burn this game down just as a statement should be ashamed of themselves. Rating a game 0 just because the story doesn't go as you want it to go. Shameful. Naughty Dog has managed to make a good and surprising game and the second half really lets you think and wonder of your initial thoughts are right. Any game that gets uppity of na and makes you think, is by far a special game Expand
  88. Jun 23, 2020
    10
    a game worthy of the end of a generation. with a more than justified history. there is not only an incentive for the protagonist, this incentive is also given to the player, who immerses herself in the story and is totally absorbed by her until the end. everyone involved is to be congratulated for this great game as its predecessor was. maybe even more.
  89. Jul 2, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is amazing, I don't understand why so many people hate it (well maybe I do but it feels like **** reason to hate it so much like this). I have some cons for sure, for example I just couldn't get over playing Abby, I wasn't able to sympathize with her (I know maybe I should, considering all the things even "good" poeple in this game did just like Ellie, but I just love Ellie :D) but it is what it is and pros surely overcome the few cons. It's just sad game af, people should try to understand what ND tried to tell us with this and love it for what it is, don't hate it because you didn't get what u wanted. Yea and maybe they could keep Ellie those two fingers at least :( so she can play the guitar, because that's one thing I didn't get..how could Abby bite off TWO fingers, where did she get the strength for it (her condition in that moment considered), maybe I am just dumb I don't know :D but it feels like it's impossible to bite off two fingers like that, but still..for me 10/10. Expand
  90. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Cool game, play and understand for yourself. **** the haters. I apologize for my English)
  91. Jun 28, 2020
    10
    This game is a milestone in game development history. It is a worthy crown jewel of the final era for PS4.
    Story can be hard to swallow for some, but this is not a simple ride. The whole game revolves around revenge, and its consequences. The game makes you wonder, and at some points question the actions of the protagonist. I am happy to see that in 2020 game development has reqched a
    This game is a milestone in game development history. It is a worthy crown jewel of the final era for PS4.
    Story can be hard to swallow for some, but this is not a simple ride. The whole game revolves around revenge, and its consequences. The game makes you wonder, and at some points question the actions of the protagonist. I am happy to see that in 2020 game development has reqched a level that both graphics and story and gameplay can reach a level that I honestyl care about the whole outcome. This entire presentation cannot be achieved in an earlier generation of consoles due to technology barriers. I urge everyone to try it with an open mind, it will awe you, and you will want more. The only sad thing about this game is that it will leave you wanting more, while there is none alike.
    I honestly cannot wrap my head around the reviewers who condemn the game due to the lesbian propaganda. Dude, grow up this is hwat the world is like, whether you like it or not. Regarding the choice of storyline, this is the best way to write it, Some might not like it, but that is the point where it shines the most. Struggle, catharsis, an emotional joyride.
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  92. Jun 24, 2020
    10
    I speak for myself when I say this, but hear me out: this game isn’t perfect, but it’s a powerful cathartic experience, and I think you would miss out on something extremely rare if you didn't experience it for yourself. I didn't find the narrative deficient, nor the characters to be "bleak" or "empty". I thought it was a beautifully weaved story with brilliant pacing and deep and richI speak for myself when I say this, but hear me out: this game isn’t perfect, but it’s a powerful cathartic experience, and I think you would miss out on something extremely rare if you didn't experience it for yourself. I didn't find the narrative deficient, nor the characters to be "bleak" or "empty". I thought it was a beautifully weaved story with brilliant pacing and deep and rich characters. Characters fueled by hatred, revenge and suffering on every side, brutally contrasted by love and memories of what hope of a better world could have ever meant in a sunken world (in that sense, I think playing the first game is imperative to really comprehend Ellie and Joel’s relationship). I felt for every one of these characters, one way or another. And yes it's about vengeance, but it's so so so much more than that! What Naughty Dog did here is undeniably audacious and risky, but believe me, it is absolutely worth it, precisely because of what makes this medium what it is: immersion. I cried, I laughed, I felt regrets, fear, loss, I mourned, a lot, I felt love and hope, I felt hate and despair. If you read this, don't let the hate get to you. Give this game a try, headphones on, shut the lights and just dive in. Try to forget about the fact that there were leaks in the first place. You gotta play this game for yourself, and if you don't like it, fine, it's okay, why wouldn't it be? I can see why a lot of people don't like it, but don't hate it for the wrong reasons. At the end, I'm just terribly sad that this game got ruined by leaks out of their context. If it weren't for those leaks, a lot of people would have seen it for what it truly is. I tell ya, don’t miss this. You wanted the sequel? Well there it is, that’s it right there and you know what? It was worth the wait. Expand
  93. Jun 19, 2020
    10
    Wonderful game, story is simple but it is gonna give you so much feelings.
  94. Jun 22, 2020
    10
    If you really are on the fence about playing this, which you shouldnt only on naughty dog track record. Just take a quick glance at the negative reviews a quick read will tell you exactly whats going on here.

    No political views and agendas have not invaded this game. You however will get to experience this amazing and gruesome story about perspective. Not vengeance no revenge cycles...
    If you really are on the fence about playing this, which you shouldnt only on naughty dog track record. Just take a quick glance at the negative reviews a quick read will tell you exactly whats going on here.

    No political views and agendas have not invaded this game. You however will get to experience this amazing and gruesome story about perspective. Not vengeance no revenge cycles... persepective.

    The writing, pacing, acting everything you loved about the first one is here. Only though if you think there was no room for it to get more mature, think again.

    The gameplay is also very refined and feels like a perfected naughty dog formula.

    Most reviews here are based only on the leaks. I did spoil it for myself but to my surprise it did not detract from my experience. This is genuinely well crafted.
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  95. Jun 20, 2020
    10
    Wonderful. Thx, ND. That was really nice adventure. Can’t wait next chapter of ND history.
  96. Jun 20, 2020
    10
    Best game! The game is simply incomparable in all moments, I did not expect. The long-awaited sequel was not just good, but also better than the first part. Masterpiece!
  97. Jun 21, 2020
    10
    Anyone who rated this game a 9 or lower either did not play it or is dumb as rocks. The best game I have ever played. Will be GOTY unless Cyberpunk is realllllly special. Congrats Naughtydog. You made one hell of a game.
  98. Jun 24, 2020
    10
    The Last Of Us Part II is a beautifully tragic story about survival, morality, civilisation, love, loss and hatred.

    Its storyline is brutal and intense, and will constantly keep you engaged and wanting to do more. There is never a dull moment, despite the depressing nature of the overall story. It’s ability to make me laugh and cry within the space of 30 seconds was horribly brilliant.
    The Last Of Us Part II is a beautifully tragic story about survival, morality, civilisation, love, loss and hatred.

    Its storyline is brutal and intense, and will constantly keep you engaged and wanting to do more. There is never a dull moment, despite the depressing nature of the overall story. It’s ability to make me laugh and cry within the space of 30 seconds was horribly brilliant. Your emotions are constantly heightened when playing this game, whether that be for good or bad purposes.

    Druckmann and his team at Naughty Dog have created a piece of visual art; its graphics and scenery are like no other game I have ever played. I could get lost in the sightseeing of Seattle for hours, searching for every Easter egg and collectible available.

    Accompanying this is the most spectacular music and sound design throughout. As a music producer myself, it is something I could only dream of making. (I highly recommend trying the game out with fancy speakers turned up high with the bass booming. You will not regret the experience you encounter).

    Not to mention the most incredible acting which also keeps the game both gripping and engaging consistently. Ashley Johnson in particular comes back to play the role of Ellie and she exceeds all expectations. She had a big role to play and could have easily wrecked her reputation as Ellie. However it has been an absolute pleasure playing as her in both games. Next is a newcomer to the game, Shannon Woodward. She plays the role of Dina, providing phenomenal chemistry between her character and Johnson’s. She is the perfect motivator for Ellie and provides such an incredible spark in both characters. Another newcomer to the game, Laura Bailey, provides a new twist to the role of the antagonist known as Abby. Her performance is fresh and exciting, and adds a more humane feel to the stereotypical bad guy. There are many other new additions to this game as well, keeping the storyline constantly evolving the more you delve in. Every character has been written with precise detail and incredible care and it has been wonderful learning about everyone and everything.

    The Last Of Us Part II is a game which requires your full attention when playing, or face the fear of missing out on some vital information along the way. I finished the game after a long 21 hours and 46 minutes on moderate difficulty, but felt completely rewarded with my time due to extremely informative cinematic scenes, as well as the ability to search around for artefacts and other collectibles along the way.

    Combat was certainly difficult in areas, but required you to think outside the box and therefore challenged me a lot as a player which I admire greatly about this game. Its gruesome clickers never let me off the hook for anything, allowing me to grow as a player with patience, tactical motivation and courage. Other enemies who you will discover later on as well again provide a fresh new feature to this game, truly testing your skills to the maximum.

    I would gladly play this game in its entirety again and again. Phenomenal work by Naughty Dog, Druckmann and the rest of the team, and a truly wonderful sequel to follow the first game.
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  99. Jun 19, 2020
    10
    Great game, exploring is fun, the environments are huge and i like the new infected. Everyone on here giving it a bad score hasn't even played it and are just throwing a tantrum
  100. Jun 23, 2020
    10
    Naughty Dog’s masterpiece.
    Cruel ,violent and beautiful.
    This is real next - generation game, believe me.
Metascore
93

Universal acclaim - based on 121 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Negative: 0 out of 121
  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  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]