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  1. Jul 3, 2020
    10
    The gameplay has improved massively, I like the fact alot of the areas are seemingly unpolluted as it makes you more cautious than being constantly bombarded with enemies.
    Story's so far is good too.
  2. Jul 3, 2020
    10
    Your ability to like this game will hinge on your ability to empathize with the character Abby. The game is asking a lot of you, to set aside your anger and frustration, and try to forgive. And if you can't do that, then you will not have a good time. Which, brilliantly, is exactly what both Ellie and Abby go through in the game.

    This feels like a leap forward in storytelling. And not
    Your ability to like this game will hinge on your ability to empathize with the character Abby. The game is asking a lot of you, to set aside your anger and frustration, and try to forgive. And if you can't do that, then you will not have a good time. Which, brilliantly, is exactly what both Ellie and Abby go through in the game.

    This feels like a leap forward in storytelling. And not just video game stories, I mean storytelling as a tradition. It's something that's never been done before. It was a huge risk for Naughty Dog to take, and for those who can appreciate it, it's a true masterpiece.

    It explores so many themes; the cycle of violence, empathy, inherited pain, while also drawing parallels between the different characters and storylines. But what takes it over the top, is that it brings in the player, forcing you to grapple with the same emotions that the characters are feeling.
    It's an experience that I'll likely never forget, and fans will be talking about for years and years to come.
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  3. Jul 3, 2020
    10
    It took a few days to think it over, but in the end I really enjoyed the game. I can understand the negative feelings people have about this game, because it takes an open mind to fully appreciate what the game did. Perspective matters, and this game forces you to look at things in a different light, and it is unsettling. If you are not open to having your views changed or at leastIt took a few days to think it over, but in the end I really enjoyed the game. I can understand the negative feelings people have about this game, because it takes an open mind to fully appreciate what the game did. Perspective matters, and this game forces you to look at things in a different light, and it is unsettling. If you are not open to having your views changed or at least challenged, you will probably not like this game. However, if you are willing to hear the game out, have your opinions challenged, and understand how the perspective of the first game influenced your opinions, then I think you will really enjoy this rollercoaster of a game. Expand
  4. Jul 3, 2020
    8
    I'm gonna try and keep this as spoiler free as possible.

    There are a few things about this game that are just facts... The game looks absolutely gorgeous, one of the best looking games I've ever seen. Gameplay, even though it's not too different from the first one, it feels a lot more fluid and fun. The new kinds of enemies (both infected and non-infected) force you to keep moving
    I'm gonna try and keep this as spoiler free as possible.

    There are a few things about this game that are just facts...

    The game looks absolutely gorgeous, one of the best looking games I've ever seen. Gameplay, even though it's not too different from the first one, it feels a lot more fluid and fun. The new kinds of enemies (both infected and non-infected) force you to keep moving and thinking about the best attack tactics at the same time. The infected feel and look even more terrifying than in the first one and the introduction of the new kinds was wonderfully done.

    Now, the thing that has been dividing the fandom is obviously the story alone. If I'm gonna be honest, when comparing this game to the original, I can't say it's better, because it isn't. The first one being one of the best story driven games I've ever played and this one being a great game but not the best ever. However, it isn't nowhere near as bad as some people like to say it is. The writers made some very bold decisions as to where the story goes and many didn't like that. My advice: try to keep an open mind during the entire game. This is, from the very beginning to the very end. Here's an important warning: the story may and probably will not go the way you want it to. No, the story is not badly written but it is bold. Expect to be shocked and even angry with characters' decisions and actions. That's the objective the writers of the game had when making it so you're expected to feel that way.

    Now to address another thing people can't shut up about. Are the characters unlikable? No, but I'd say they're not as memorable as the ones we met in the first game. Some characters you will not like until the end of the game and that's fine. The game doesn't want you to like them. It wants you to understand them and as long as you can do that, I'm sure you'll enjoy it.

    This game is psychologically challenging and constantly tries to make you think about the consequences of revenge, the paths to redemption, the definition of right and wrong and your ability to say when enough is enough.

    It's not a perfect game, but this is as much as I'm able to say while keeping it spoiler free.
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  5. Jul 3, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The story is not as good as the one from the first game but it is well told. The engine of Ellie's adventure is Joel being killed and that works; but the way we arrive to Joel being killed by Abby is not so convincing. And the engine of Abby's tale is his father being killed by Joel. And that works till' the two paths encounter each other. Then a lot of sense is lost. Graphics are so good and playability tops the first game. Plus you can play it again and is almost guaranteed it is not going to be the same experience. So it is an excellent game with a not so good (but also not bad at all) story. Expand
  6. Jul 3, 2020
    10
    Um dos melhores jogos da geração atual. Jogabilidade excelente, história sem pontas soltas, personagem cativantes, roteiros digno de Oscar!
  7. Jul 3, 2020
    10
    It's a beatiful game. The graphics are awesome and gameplay are perfect!
    People are hating the game just because they don't like the story.
    The story could have been different, but it doesn't justify all the hatred. It was money well spent.
  8. Jul 3, 2020
    10
    It's soooo cool and amazing game! I love it. !!!!!!!!!
  9. Jul 3, 2020
    9
    great game for me... the gameplay is fun ! The story is a bit dramatic but its a good one !
  10. Jul 3, 2020
    9
    Me encanto el juego en si, gameplay, historia, desarrollo de personajes por así decir. Obvio tiene sus fallas pero son nulas, quizás si se hubiese organizado de diferente forma las cosas que pasaban quizás hacia que funcione mejor todo, pero la verdad es un juego que si vale la pena jugar, pasas por muchas cosas el juego te hace sentir de todo un poco. Buen guion.
  11. Jul 3, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. After years of waiting its finally here The Last Of Us 2 and my experience was pretty great actually. killing joel was a bold move to make. No questions how much we loved joel in the first part but great things eventually comes to an end this is not a superhero story and joel is not immortal this is a post-apocalyptic world which is cruel and survival is the only key. He was gonna die we saw that coming but the regret is we didnt get enough play time with joel's character to play as our favourite character for the last time. i didnt mind playing abby after she killed joel because it was a different experince and i was able to see the other side of the coin as abby's perspective after experiencing how her fathers death affected her and how this obsession of killing joel made an impact on her love life and she ended up being a brutal killer i understand her pain KINDA but i still hate her for killing joel so brutally this is all about a humans nature on an apocalyptic world. Now here are the thing i just didnt fully enjoy the third act that just happened out of nowhere but any how now we are playing as elllie so its not too bad also so now after seeing abby in such a harsh way i personally thought that ellie has taken enough from her and she suffered alot and killing her wasnt looking so ideal.
    All in all this was supposed to be a dark story and it is a really dark story it shows how vengeance can take everything from you and can effect people around you.
    But as a fan of joel i would have given this game a nine if NAUGHTY DOG had have given me an option to kill abby or leave her free.(then i would have her RIP JOEL)
    And i could have given it a ten if they had trim down some part of abby( I felt that ellie is being over shadowed by abby and this suppose to be ellie based story) and the third act didnt happened this way( It kinda feels weird and seemed happened out of nowhere)
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  12. Jul 3, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is clearly Naughty Dog's best game. It has astounding environmental design, sound, graphics, and also gameplay. Considering the story, I cannot imagine a better ending and story than this, if we accept the early death of Joel. the storytelling made me realize feel each and every death that I did during the game. The way it made me feel that both Abby and Ellie are doing the same thing and losing everyone they love was so sad yet real and breathtaking. There is no game in the entire history in which you will fight that antagonist and change that character to the protagonist at the same time. I truly believe that Ellie didn't deserve this ending because she lost everything. But the thing that matters is that she chose to do this and that was the right thing to do. In conclusion, the story is top-notch yet sad and painful. But I really enjoyed it because it gave me something new that I had never experienced. Moreover, the whole story had consistency regardless of the pace. So, I can understand why everyone is hating this game, but everything inside it is authentic. Thank you Naughty Dog for this amazing Sequel.

    P.S: Many people are complaining about the repetitive gameplay that has not been enhanced from the first game. I completely disagree as I believe the main idea of the gameplay is the same but it generates an entirely new experience if you fully explore the world. For example, during the encounters when you are fighting WLF or Seraphites, There are at least 10 or 20 strategies to go through the level
    and you will be bored if you face the game with the strategies from the first game. There are lots of strategies and combat sequences that are unique and you have probably missed it because of your approach. For example, one of the best combat sequences was when you were under the trucks and headshot the enemies and they find you and there is a great animation in that combat. There are lots of these in the game, which will make the game a unique experience for every player.
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  13. Jul 3, 2020
    10
    Its the Game Of The Year i can't believe i such played this phenomenal game. Its story, gameplay and graphics are amazing Some people will not like this game's story but in my opinion its the best story for some reasons. Totally a masterpiece
  14. Jul 3, 2020
    10
    What a wonderful game... Not gonna lie, though, I wish things had gone differently for Joel, and Ellie. Oh, how I wish that. But that doesn't mean I don't like the story. Or that I have to hate it, because of everything that happens; like a lot of people seem to do. At the end of the day, I understand the story. And if people would open their minds to, at least, understand it, as well,What a wonderful game... Not gonna lie, though, I wish things had gone differently for Joel, and Ellie. Oh, how I wish that. But that doesn't mean I don't like the story. Or that I have to hate it, because of everything that happens; like a lot of people seem to do. At the end of the day, I understand the story. And if people would open their minds to, at least, understand it, as well, they'd also see how amazing is this game. Expand
  15. Jul 3, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is perfect, people who thinks the game sucks are trash. I played it on Hard for the first time without aim lock and it is not hard at all if you actually use your kit and surroundings the right way.

    And story wise OMG sooo goood like what is people talking about? I HATED ABBY so much. I was mad that I had to play with her (like everyone else Im sure) but the more you play her, you get to love her. She went through so much worse than Ellie. Like dude: Joel kills her dad (who actually asked for it when he said “Im not gonna let you take her”), Abby gets revenge and kills Joel and lets Ellie live. Ellie doesn’t even know the real reason at this point and goes and kill everybody on Abbys friends list. She killed Owen! I don’t understand how that is not enough.

    I love Ellie and Joel, everything bad they did was for love but they are definitely the villains if you actually see it from Abbys perspective. Also keep in mind Joel killed Marlene, which I don’t think Ellie knows yet.

    People are mad because Ellie didn’t kill Abby at the end. Hello! Did you forget Abby spared Ellie twice? Now they are kinda even.

    I hope Ellie and Abby become friends in the end!
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  16. Jul 3, 2020
    8
    I do not know English well for this reason I am writing a review in Russian using google translator.
    I hope for your understanding.
    I'm a crazy fan of the first part of TLOU. In the beginning, I thought that the LGBT agenda, which was so screaming at every turn, would ruin my impression of this game. After receiving a copy of the game on their own paws and evaluating it personally. I
    I do not know English well for this reason I am writing a review in Russian using google translator.
    I hope for your understanding.
    I'm a crazy fan of the first part of TLOU. In the beginning, I thought that the LGBT agenda, which was so screaming at every turn, would ruin my impression of this game. After receiving a copy of the game on their own paws and evaluating it personally. I made sure that everything with the game is normal. And I really liked her too
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  17. Jul 3, 2020
    10
    Extrordinary attention to every single aspect of the game. Story, gameplay, characters, photography, audio and graphics.
  18. Jul 3, 2020
    10
    The best combination of movie and game. Outstanding graphics, motion capture, and fantastic human story. I finished it today, and the I thin my head is spinning. This is one of the best games I ever played.
  19. Jul 3, 2020
    10
    Un juego muy maduro que te deja marcado. De los 5 mejores de la generación.
  20. Jul 3, 2020
    10
    Absolutely briliant game, I have never played anything like this before. I loved everything especially the characters. The story is brilliant in my opinion.
  21. Jul 3, 2020
    10
    Best way to define it is a roller coaster of emotions, takes you to a journey that makes you wonder if you're doing the right thing. There's enough material to go further and make more content.
  22. Jul 15, 2020
    9
    Después de 31 horas de juego puedo decir que es un juego excelente en el apartado técnico, tiene gráficos excelentes, un gameplay muy bueno y unos puzzles sencillos pero a la vez mas elaborados. Bien, hablando de la historia, creo que es buena pero no excelente, tiene momentos tristes, de enojo, escenas impactantes pero creo que le faltó ser un poco mas dinámico, pasando a la historia deDespués de 31 horas de juego puedo decir que es un juego excelente en el apartado técnico, tiene gráficos excelentes, un gameplay muy bueno y unos puzzles sencillos pero a la vez mas elaborados. Bien, hablando de la historia, creo que es buena pero no excelente, tiene momentos tristes, de enojo, escenas impactantes pero creo que le faltó ser un poco mas dinámico, pasando a la historia de abby, es buena pero pasando algunas horas se siente bastante pesada y se pierde un poco la esencia del juego, hubo algunas partes que aunque no fueron aburridas si las sentí un poco de relleno y en otras parecía que estaba jugando resident evil, otro punto negativo es que pierdes mucho el tiempo looteando, eso si quieres mejorar tus armas y conseguir los coleccionables, pero si esto no te importa puedes pasar de largo. El final creo que fue justo para los dos personajes pero fue un poco forzado el capitulo anterior antes de llegar al final. Fuera de eso, creo que es un gran juego, pero no excelente en cuanto a la historia, pudieron recortar unas horas y no pasaba nada. En fin, yo le daría un 85/100. Expand
  23. Jul 3, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. In a lot of the criticism I read of Part II, I see a lot of people saying that the ending should’ve involved Ellie killing Abby, or a choice for the player whether to do so. In my opinion, either of these endings would’ve fundamentally gone against what I believe the writers’ intentions were in telling the story the way it was told, and undermined the entirety of the rest of the game.

    This game is about forgiveness. Everything that happens in the game culminates in the moment Ellie remembers Joel on the porch as she’s holding Abby underwater, in the same way that everything in the first game culminates in Ellie final ‘okay’. For me, when Ellie chooses not to go through with the vengeance, it was like a pressure relief valve was finally opened, releasing all the tension the game had built up between Ellie and Joel, Ellie and Abby, and Ellie and herself. In that small moment, Ellie finally opened herself up to at least the possibility of forgiving Joel for what he did to her (which we explore through the flashbacks), of forgiving Abby for what she did to Joel (which the game attempts to make the player themselves do through the second half of the game), and of forgiving herself for how she treated Joel after he told her the truth, the guilt associated with that, and the destructive and self destructive path she went down to hunt down Abby for taking Joel away from her, along with the ‘future days’ of reconciliation she envisioned between Joel and herself (which we see, and feel, in the first half of the game).

    All of the ways the game built up these layers of hate, guilt and, ultimately forgiveness within Ellie and the player would’ve been for nothing if Ellie simply kills Abby. Giving the player a choice about this would diminish the impact of the ending as much a choice between saving Ellie and humanity in the first game would’ve diminished the overpowering nature of Joel’s paternal love built up throughout that game.

    Ellie killing Abby would’ve been a truly grim, cynical, and nihilistic ending where Ellie really does end up with nothing left and completely alone, and would’ve turned it into the ‘revenge bad’ story a lot of this game’s critics claim that it currently is.

    My interpretation is that Ellie’s discovery of her own capacity for forgiveness is what drives her to keep going at the very end of the game. She’s holding on to the hope that Dina can also find the same intuition within herself to forgive Ellie for leaving their life on the farm.
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  24. Jul 4, 2020
    9
    After putting 25 hours into this game, I can safely say Naughty Dog have done it again. The level of story telling on display here, on top of gorgeous graphics, smooth animation, beautiful yet dark soundtrack, top-notch gore effects and amazing AI all meld into one of the best must-play-for-yourself games of 2020. It's easy to jump on the hate bandwagon nowadays and blindly hate this gameAfter putting 25 hours into this game, I can safely say Naughty Dog have done it again. The level of story telling on display here, on top of gorgeous graphics, smooth animation, beautiful yet dark soundtrack, top-notch gore effects and amazing AI all meld into one of the best must-play-for-yourself games of 2020. It's easy to jump on the hate bandwagon nowadays and blindly hate this game based off of leaks and internet trolls, but if you take gaming seriously as a hobby, don't do yourself that disservice and experience this master-class level of a game for yourself! Some minor plot points are not as sharp as they could be but they are still magnificent. PLAY THIS GAME ATLEAST ONCE. Expand
  25. Jul 4, 2020
    8
    Albeit not a perfect game, it's damn well fantastic. I found issues with the story, but nothing that majorly ruins the game. Play it for yourself and form your own opinion.
  26. Jul 4, 2020
    10
    Was an experience unlike anything I ever played and I mean it in a good way. The gameplay, technical aspects, art, and mechanics are great. The story is well written but does make you think and was invokes emotions and makes you think which turned off many. But I loved it.
  27. Jul 4, 2020
    8
    Die Story finde ich super! Weil man nach der Story etwas mehr über sein Verhalten nachdenken muss.
  28. Jul 4, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Just Completed a while ago.For me it was a great game.I really Enjoyed the first.I don't know there are many negative reviews.As the makers say it is a dark game set in a dark age.The another playable character abbys segment made a caring for the character that Ellie kills.It was a good idea by the director. In one word it is a Masterpiece. Expand
  29. Jul 4, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Ebby ölse daha iyi olurdu. Oyunun başından sonuna kadar ebby'den nefret ettim. Keşke suda boğarak öldürseydi. Expand
  30. Jul 4, 2020
    10
    this game may not be for everyone. But it is a work of art that will stand the test of time for challenging us to forgive and care about the other
  31. Jul 4, 2020
    8
    Надеюсь вы осознаете что натворили, и поймёте, что игра МОЖЕТ КОМУ ТО ПОНРАВИТСЯ. Даже когда человек играет в фифу, и искренне любит её, вы будете ненавидеть его меньше чем того, кому понравилась tlou2. Игра не заслуживает 10/10, но и не заслуживает 1-4/10. Моя оценка- самая объективная и неподкупная. Я не советую покупать игру сейчас, лучше дождитесь скидки, но учтите, что вы определённоНадеюсь вы осознаете что натворили, и поймёте, что игра МОЖЕТ КОМУ ТО ПОНРАВИТСЯ. Даже когда человек играет в фифу, и искренне любит её, вы будете ненавидеть его меньше чем того, кому понравилась tlou2. Игра не заслуживает 10/10, но и не заслуживает 1-4/10. Моя оценка- самая объективная и неподкупная. Я не советую покупать игру сейчас, лучше дождитесь скидки, но учтите, что вы определённо словите спойлер, если будете тянуть. Expand
  32. Jul 4, 2020
    10
    Game is amazing! Idk why people keep review bombing a game that they probably haven't even played yet. You're a sheep if that's you...10/10. Another great Sony exclusive.
  33. Jul 4, 2020
    10
    I'm just crying this game it's just a rollercoaster of emotions, I can't describe what I'm feeling
  34. Jul 4, 2020
    10
    What a masterpiece. Incredible story, graphics and gameplay. Knowing what happens to the characters really changes the way you think about the first game as well, even years after it’s release. I loved it and wouldn’t change a thing about it.
  35. Jul 4, 2020
    9
    This story is definitely not what anyone thought they wanted from The Last of Us 2, but it's daring, raw, innovative, and ultimately fantastic. I feel like it truly deserves at least 3 playthroughs before one can really appreciate it's greatness.
  36. Jul 4, 2020
    10
    Best gameplay, deep emotional trip. I never was comfortable with tlou ending. And this one is the balance needed.
  37. Jul 4, 2020
    9
    For my opinion the best game of the yeahr, but I give them only 9/10 points, because I don't agree completely with the stroy
  38. Jul 4, 2020
    10
    A dark, brutal and sad tale about vengance and violance with the possibility of redemption. Richly entertaining though and I can’t recommend it enough.
  39. Jul 4, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Best emotional game experience since last of us part one. Simply a masterpiece in every aspect. Expand
  40. Jul 4, 2020
    10
    This is by far one of the best narrative driven games of this generation. This game is better than the original in pretty much every way. I'm giving it a 10 out of 10 but it doesn't mean it's without its flaws. However, the emotional impact it will have on you will make you ignore its imperfections. Amazing game.
  41. Jul 4, 2020
    10
    One of my favorite games I have played in a long time. Strong character drama, oozes atmosphere, a very creative game that is unlike anything I have played before. Very much recommended.
  42. Jul 4, 2020
    10
    One of the greatest stories ever told. Ever. I thought it was masterful and. An or wait to see the HBO adaptation of it all.
  43. Jul 4, 2020
    10
    It is a masterpiece — the best I've ever played. Do not look at any scores until you play, only this way you can make up your mind.
  44. Jul 4, 2020
    10
    The best story I have ever been told, and I'm so glad it was done through the medium of video games. I felt every emotional change that the game wanted me to feel. Remove your expectations of where this story should go. It's not your story, trust that Naughty Dog knows what it's doing. This is a crowning achievement for video games, and will drive the industry forward by leaps and bounds.The best story I have ever been told, and I'm so glad it was done through the medium of video games. I felt every emotional change that the game wanted me to feel. Remove your expectations of where this story should go. It's not your story, trust that Naughty Dog knows what it's doing. This is a crowning achievement for video games, and will drive the industry forward by leaps and bounds. Movies, shows and books cannot achieve the same immersion with the story that video games can, and this game is strongest example of how powerful that difference can be. Expand
  45. Jul 4, 2020
    10
    Masterclass has twist and turns that make you rethink what you know about the characters. All around perfection
  46. Jul 4, 2020
    10
    Just to be clear I am a PC gamer primarily and the Last of Us Part 2 is a great game end of story
  47. Jul 4, 2020
    10
    Not was I was expecting, but then neither was part 1. Undeniable that this makes you feel.
  48. Jul 4, 2020
    8
    This game is Hard.
    It's not a real sequel, and that is what hurts.
    But after taking the time to think about it. It's a good game that goes beyond what we've seen before. I felt every emotion they wanted me to feel. That's part of the Journey, this is not a happy story you only enjoy. This is a story you fell so much, love, hate, guilt, sadness, emptiness. The combat gameplay is so
    This game is Hard.
    It's not a real sequel, and that is what hurts.

    But after taking the time to think about it. It's a good game that goes beyond what we've seen before. I felt every emotion they wanted me to feel. That's part of the Journey, this is not a happy story you only enjoy. This is a story you fell so much, love, hate, guilt, sadness, emptiness.

    The combat gameplay is so tense compare with the first one. Really enjoy it.

    The cons are:
    -Huge lore, but we know so little about it.
    -There's a rough 10hours where the story doesn't really move (kind of a slow start)
    -Some characters had such a big potential but were kind of wasted/put away for the sake of moving on with the story. ( Wish we could have a better part for them).
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  49. Jul 4, 2020
    10
    Absolutely fantastic game. Far better than the first one both narratively and playability
  50. Jul 4, 2020
    10
    This game is phenomenal and easily needs to take game of the year. Don’t pay attention to the butt hurt bigots that can’t handle anything outside their box. Must play.
  51. Jul 4, 2020
    10
    The Last Of Us Part 2 is like every game that came before it. Being it's not perfect, but its also like few games before it being an absolute masterpiece. If you own a Ps4 you owe it to yourself to play it!
  52. Jul 5, 2020
    8
    Great game but part 1 is superior in all aspects apart from graphics. Still, a must play for PS4 owners but may disappoint diehard Part 1 fans. Myself included.
  53. Jul 5, 2020
    10
    My new "Best game ever". Last time its been Witcher 3.
    I'm crying after final movie.
  54. Jul 5, 2020
    10
    Ich liebe dieses Spiel und auch die Geschichte auch. Die schlechten Kritiken kann ich nicht nachvollziehen und ich empfehle jedem das Spiel zu spielen.
  55. Jul 6, 2020
    10
    Está no top 5 dos melhores jogos de todos os tempos, a história é envolvente, empolgante. Os gráficos em uma TV 4k não ficou melhor que god of war, mas é lindo.
  56. Jul 6, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A game that can introduce hatred into the real world
    Not perfect yet?
    It takes courage to be hated, especially 3A games
    Another game spindle is forgive
    Seeing the last, I really understood that the person Ellie forgave was not Abby, but herself.
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  57. Jul 6, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Personally, I really enjoyed the game. But I can also see why there is a lot of controversy about it. I avoided any leaks and spoilers before playing the game by the way. Yes, they killed Joel early in the game (I was kinda expecting Dina to be killed off before starting the game). And yes, it was devastating to see him like that in his final moments. But that was the point. You are supposed to hate Abby for what she did to our (not so innocent) Joel. Although, this only worked partly for me, because when Abby travels to Jackson and states that she's looking for a man I thought: that's probably Joel --> probably because of the events at the hospital --> probably someone of her family got killed there --> maybe her dad or brother was one of the medical staff in Ellie's surgery. So, back then I already thought that she probably has viable reasons to do what she did. That's why I had no problem to feel empathy for her in her part of the game. I think that the game stands and falls with the player's ability to try to change their perspective from Ellie's to Abby's. I have to admit that at first I also didn't like her that much. Well, you're not supposed to like her from the get go anyway. She's not my type of character visually (I can't stand muscles, especially on women) and I know it's superficial but this also stands in my way of liking her. But getting to know her during her chapters I learned to like the character she is inside. She's relatable in my opinion and by the end I didn't want Ellie and Abby to continue fighting each other. In my opinion it says something about a game if it's able to change your opinion like that.

    Positive points
    + Cool characters, both old (Ellie, Joel, Tommy, ...) and new ones (Dina, Jesse, Abby, Lev, ...)
    + Amazing acting (both motion capturing and voice acting)
    + Good storyline (not as good as the predecessor but still makes you feel something a lot of times)
    + Outstanding visuals (both environment and characters (including gestures, etc.))
    + A lot of possibilities to interact with the environment (smash windows, lie down (while being able to use your whole arsenal), ...)
    + Good level design (you always have multiple ways to continue the fight)
    + Interaction between enemies (yelled strategies etc.) are believable and make sense
    + Amazing attention to detail (you can leave bloody footprints after walking through a blood puddle for example)
    + Good soundtrack that fits each situation well

    Negative points
    - Gameplay, although enjoyable, gets repetitive quite quickly
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  58. Jul 6, 2020
    9
    This is not the game any fan wanted, but it’s brilliant and timely. It’s also super uncomfortable and sometimes that’s what we need to grow. I think fan reactions are a testament to how loved Joel and Ellie were as characters and nobody wants to see their loved ones put through the wringer. That’s what this game is tho and it asks us how do we overcome hate and our weird human tribalismThis is not the game any fan wanted, but it’s brilliant and timely. It’s also super uncomfortable and sometimes that’s what we need to grow. I think fan reactions are a testament to how loved Joel and Ellie were as characters and nobody wants to see their loved ones put through the wringer. That’s what this game is tho and it asks us how do we overcome hate and our weird human tribalism when it feels so natural and justified? That seems to be a big question for 2020. Expand
  59. Jul 6, 2020
    10
    Mano é muito bom meu deus velho, esse game é mais que um jogo é uma obra de arte
  60. Jul 6, 2020
    10
    I didn't get my hopes high, so i wasn't that much hyped for this. But this game did delivered to me. That's adventure was awesome. I was kinda dissapointed from the first part, cuz all the shootings were simillar in the different environment. The best game play and the graphics in the generation of ps4.
  61. Jul 6, 2020
    10
    Well written game with interesting Charakters that deeply touched me. It tells the story of how violence only creates more violence. You will think about it long after you finished it. In my opinion a true masterpiece and how a story driven game is supposed to be. I cant understand why so many people hate it. I bet most of them haven't played it or are just bigots that hate it onWell written game with interesting Charakters that deeply touched me. It tells the story of how violence only creates more violence. You will think about it long after you finished it. In my opinion a true masterpiece and how a story driven game is supposed to be. I cant understand why so many people hate it. I bet most of them haven't played it or are just bigots that hate it on principle. Sure, nothing is perfect and if you don't like games, that focus mainly on storytelling and not game play, than this game probably isn't something for you, but if you enjoyed the first game, than you will love this one. Expand
  62. Jul 6, 2020
    10
    Me envolvi muito na história do game pra mim foi o melhor jogo que já joguei nós esclareceram muitas dúvidas que tínhamos referente ao final do primeiro jogo, acontecimentos muito chocantes e que nos emocionam.
  63. Jul 6, 2020
    10
    Game is a masterpiece, seriously, don't listen to all the haters. Best game in genre yet.
  64. Jul 6, 2020
    10
    An incredible game that adds even more depth to the story and characters of the first game. The game is bleak and brutal with bouts of beauty. The gameplay is astonishing and the graphics a level beyond any other game on the PS4; all in all get another masterpiece from Naughty Dog.
  65. Jul 6, 2020
    10
    One of the Best game so far ! Love thé story, gameplay and graphic !!!!!!!
  66. Jul 6, 2020
    10
    In simple words, master piece.
    The mechanics, gameplay, history, characters, incredible, must play this game by yourself.
  67. Jul 6, 2020
    10
    So far the best game I've played in this year!!! Amazing gameplay, amazing characters and an impressive, poignant story... 10/10!!!
  68. Jul 6, 2020
    10
    For me its a Masterpiece. Best Game ever. Even better as the first one. Perfect Storytelling.
  69. Jul 6, 2020
    10
    The game is amazing, people are behaving like spoiled brats and bombing the game because they do not agree with the history.
  70. Jul 6, 2020
    10
    Sequel perfetto de primo. Gioco spettacolare e fluido. Il finale fa intendere la liberazione di Ellie dal passato che tanto la tormentava. Mi dispiace che queste 25 ore siano passate così in fretta e spero tanto in una parte 3 .
  71. Jul 6, 2020
    10
    10/10
    Much better than last of us 1
    Graphics out of the box
    NPCs and AI top
    Best history ever
    Game of the year
  72. Jul 6, 2020
    10
    The game delivers extremely nice graphics and incredible sound design. The gameplay is basically the same as in The Last Of Us 1, just improved.
    The story takes you through all kinds of emotions. But the story is so well written and told through great acting. No game has given me such a great experience as The Last Of Us 2. Don't listen to the haters, the game is good.
    I respect and
    The game delivers extremely nice graphics and incredible sound design. The gameplay is basically the same as in The Last Of Us 1, just improved.
    The story takes you through all kinds of emotions. But the story is so well written and told through great acting. No game has given me such a great experience as The Last Of Us 2. Don't listen to the haters, the game is good.
    I respect and thank Naughty Dog for this incredible game !
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  73. Jul 6, 2020
    10
    No game/movie/media has made me *feel* like this game has. We are extremely fortunate to have Naughty Dog in the gaming industry.
  74. Jul 6, 2020
    10
    This is the most touching story, it is very deep and heartbreaking, makes you cry with every memory. I fully understand what the developers might have intended, and they knew that most people would not understand the message. This is a multi-faceted cycle of violence that needs to be stopped and not succumb to your instincts, which say that everything must be stopped by radical measures.This is the most touching story, it is very deep and heartbreaking, makes you cry with every memory. I fully understand what the developers might have intended, and they knew that most people would not understand the message. This is a multi-faceted cycle of violence that needs to be stopped and not succumb to your instincts, which say that everything must be stopped by radical measures. The plot of the second part can sharpen the character of naive people, this is a beautiful universe that ended very painfully. As if it would end in real life. Thanks. Expand
  75. Jul 6, 2020
    10
    If you loved the first game, please play this and ignore the facile low review scores. Trust in the storytellers, and play through to the end. It's an incomparable gaming experience.
  76. Jul 6, 2020
    10
    Amazing game,will play with your emotions.Prepare to be hurt and feel hate.Never experienced such strong feelings in a game before.
  77. Jul 6, 2020
    10
    Amazing game which only improves on mechanics from the first game. Ignore the 1 star reviews.
  78. Jul 6, 2020
    9
    It's a game about vengeance, family, redemption and trying to understand what is really important in life. Very solid gameplay, an insanely thought provoking story and characters that will stick with you long after the game is over.

    It's not a 10 for me because I really ended it wanting more, maybe some single player modes with scenarios like: 'Go full stealth', or '1Hit Kill', but even
    It's a game about vengeance, family, redemption and trying to understand what is really important in life. Very solid gameplay, an insanely thought provoking story and characters that will stick with you long after the game is over.

    It's not a 10 for me because I really ended it wanting more, maybe some single player modes with scenarios like: 'Go full stealth', or '1Hit Kill', but even without any extras, it is still a masterpiece
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  79. Jul 6, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Obra maestra, los gráficos son de otro mundo, la jugabilidad es excelente, el ambiente, la banda sonora, etc, hacen que sea una experiencia súper memorable. Los personajes son super reales, no hay ningún héroe, todos son personas y pueden morir en cualquier momento, dado un punto de la historia ya nadie es buena persona, pero podes empatizar con todos. Tiene una historia que te atrapa y si sos sensible este juego no es para vos; es "controversial", personajes lgbt, los cuales son criticados por ninguna razón, como si una persona no pudiese tener otra sexualidad que no fuese heterosexual, como si un director no pudiese desarrollar un personaje hasta ese punto. Admito que tiene fallos en la historia (y no hablo de la muerte de joel porque en mi opinión era necesario y si le pones un 0 a este juego porque no querías que joel muera honestamente no deberías ser capaz de votar en tu país xd). Ya estoy hablando solo de lo malo, el final pudo haber sido mejor aunque me satisface, y por eso le doy un 9 y no un 10, el juego no es un fan service para que los fanáticos de este juego se pongan contentos, por eso es el lo que es, por eso tiene estas reseñas asquerosas, la gente compró el juego para un fan service con joel como el héroe pero se encontraron con que no es inmortal y que es un personaje súper real. Esta es mi sincera opinión sobre mi juego favorito :D Expand
  80. Jul 6, 2020
    10
    This is a mind blowing game for the full 28 hours that I invested. Having played the Last of Us part I 4 years ago I was really looking forward to this game and Naughty Dog delivered massively.

    Again the storyline was sublime, it was a rollercoaster ride from love to revenge and from self hatred towards pity for your opponents. How this game makes you as a player part of the story is
    This is a mind blowing game for the full 28 hours that I invested. Having played the Last of Us part I 4 years ago I was really looking forward to this game and Naughty Dog delivered massively.

    Again the storyline was sublime, it was a rollercoaster ride from love to revenge and from self hatred towards pity for your opponents. How this game makes you as a player part of the story is something that no other game of film ever does.
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  81. Jul 6, 2020
    9
    A great sequel, but not for everyone, given the brave and “philosophical” plot development. Still, the game is impressive and entertaining during all the playthroug, both in gameplay and narration; the right path that story-driven videogames should follow.
    Highly recommended.
  82. Jul 6, 2020
    10
    По моему мнению, сюжет игры - один из лучших сюжетов про месть, насилие и трайбализм как среди фильмов, так и среди игр. Тема, которую Дракман поднимает, раскрыта чуть более чем полностью, и при этом посыл предельно ясен и достаточно важен. Особенно сейчас. Иронично, как эта игра буквально расколола игровое сообщество (к слову о трайболизме, ахах). Стоит понимать, что сюжет не для всех, онПо моему мнению, сюжет игры - один из лучших сюжетов про месть, насилие и трайбализм как среди фильмов, так и среди игр. Тема, которую Дракман поднимает, раскрыта чуть более чем полностью, и при этом посыл предельно ясен и достаточно важен. Особенно сейчас. Иронично, как эта игра буквально расколола игровое сообщество (к слову о трайболизме, ахах). Стоит понимать, что сюжет не для всех, он может многим не понравиться, особенно если вы любите Джоэла и Элли как персонажей (вам ой как может не понравиться, что с ними произойдет по итогу). Геймплейно - улучшенная во многих аспектах первая часть. Ставлю такую оценку отчасти с целью вытащить игру со дна юзерскора, которого, по моему мнению, эта игра не заслуживает. Expand
  83. Jul 6, 2020
    10
    Nice gameplay, at the end You understood why all the things happen, and yes Joel dies
  84. Jul 6, 2020
    10
    Absolutely amazing game. Stunning scenery, great story and great game play. Sad to see that people didnt have the same experience as me from this masterpiece.
  85. Jul 6, 2020
    9
    8.5 but I'm rounding up. This review is geared for others who have beaten the game.

    Overall, an unforgettable and hard-hitting experience. A stunningly beautiful game, incredible combat, and a dark and brutal story with some, in my opinion, annoying but forgivable flaws. For context, I had played part 1 3-4 times prior, and did my first ever playthrough on Survivor (fresh, not NG+)
    8.5 but I'm rounding up. This review is geared for others who have beaten the game.

    Overall, an unforgettable and hard-hitting experience. A stunningly beautiful game, incredible combat, and a dark and brutal story with some, in my opinion, annoying but forgivable flaws.

    For context, I had played part 1 3-4 times prior, and did my first ever playthrough on Survivor (fresh, not NG+) before immediately starting Part 2. So it was very fresh in my mind and that influenced my take on this game.

    ***Visuals: 10/10
    It's Naughty Dog, did you expect anything less?

    ***Gameplay: 9.5/10
    I just replayed the first game prior to starting this, and I'd give that an 8.5 on gameplay for comparison. For reference, I played Part 1 fresh (not NG+) on Survivor, and started Part 2 on Survivor but switched down to Hard about 25% of the way through. Very few complaints. In particular, stealth was perfection. Compared to the painstaking sneaking required in part 1 Survivor, there were so many more options with crafting arrows and pistol silencers. I loved the addition of dogs to force you to move, and I loved the additions of grass and prone movement to expand your options. The level of tension I got in some sections on Survivor was just excellent

    ***Story: 7.5/10
    I thought Ellie's part of the story was damn near flawless. Joel getting killed by vengeful Fireflies sucked but was very believable. No way he could've gotten away with that massacre without anyone hunting him down. Perfect motivation for Ellie's quest for vengeance and letting them show the cost it has to her as a person. Right down to Ellie leaving Dina to hunt down Abby in Santa Barbara. I wanted so much for Ellie to stay and have a happy ending, but ND made me buy it.

    I appreciate what they were trying to do with Abby. Her motivations for killing Joel were certainly believable, and I get that they wanted to show her as a fellow human with feelings and stuff to make us question Ellie's blind rage. But her story was too long, I kept waiting for the flashback to be over until realizing that I was going to have to play through the past 3 days her. Then having us control her as she BEAT ELLIE AND DINA TO NEAR DEATH? That was not cool at all and I really could have done without it.

    They could have humanized Abby with so much less time, and it felt like it was driven by game design choices of not wanting to develop her combat less than Ellie's. If we'd played as Ellie finding her on that beach barely clinging on to life, would it have been any less impactful when Ellie threatened Lev and still tried to fight Abby? I don't think so at all. What Ellie did there was wrong, and we didn't need to know really anything about Abby as a person to realize it. She could be an irredeemably evil villain from our perspective, and we'd know it was bad for Ellie to go through with it.

    Following from that, it makes the key part of the "Abby's not a completely bad person" plot sort of fall flat. Yara and Lev felt very forced in. I am extremely sympathetic to the social message behind that plot, but it felt like ND were trying to do too much narratively here. It was a very cliche take on a character questioning their own identity, parents/community rejecting them for it, and didn't really add anything to that conversation that hasn't been done much better in other fiction.

    The missing piece, in my opinion, is that we never really see Abby internally reckon with what she's done and whether it was wrong for her to kill Joel. She gets consequences, sure. Ellie and Tommy kill basically all of her friends who were involved in killing Joel. But she never has to reckon with WHY she faced those consequences. She never has to understand Joel's motivations for saving Ellie, or put herself in his shoes and ask whether she'd have done the same thing. She has quite the parallel when she has to kill her former comrades to save Lev, but we never see her think about it. If ND is going to give her so much time, give her a redemption and forgiveness arc. Have her beg Ellie for forgiveness, and make Ellie reckon with the choice of whether to grant it. THIS would've humanized her and given us much more time to play as Ellie and explore her psyche. We never really got to see Ellie reckon with the fact that her quest for vengeance cost her friend his life and left Tommy with a severe injury or disability. Less Abby, more of that, and the story would've been perfect.
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  86. Jul 6, 2020
    10
    I feel like most of the people who hate the game did not really understood the story. Yes it's about revenge but it's just a part of the entire story. This game makes you come out of your comfort zone and did something no other game I have ever played has done before. I felt uncomfortable a lot while playing but at the end I felt different. If you are not willing to come out of yourI feel like most of the people who hate the game did not really understood the story. Yes it's about revenge but it's just a part of the entire story. This game makes you come out of your comfort zone and did something no other game I have ever played has done before. I felt uncomfortable a lot while playing but at the end I felt different. If you are not willing to come out of your comfort zone and widen your vision on everything and every character you will hate the game for sure.
    The story made sense. We don't like to see that our heroes have flaws or to sympathize with our enemies. But in the end the world is not black and white.
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  87. Jul 6, 2020
    9
    Il gioco è graficamente stupendo, la trama è parecchio coraggiosa e tratta temi difficilmente trattati da altri giochi nello stesso modo e questo giocare molto con i sentimenti del giocatore l'ho trovato molto azzeccato per un gioco di questo calibro anche se in alcuni momenti sembra forzata. A livello di Gameplay il gioco è migliorato parecchio, aggiungendo nuove meccaniche come loIl gioco è graficamente stupendo, la trama è parecchio coraggiosa e tratta temi difficilmente trattati da altri giochi nello stesso modo e questo giocare molto con i sentimenti del giocatore l'ho trovato molto azzeccato per un gioco di questo calibro anche se in alcuni momenti sembra forzata. A livello di Gameplay il gioco è migliorato parecchio, aggiungendo nuove meccaniche come lo strisciare, saltare liberamente e infilarsi nei posti stretti in modo da rendere gli enigmi ambientali molto più complessi e non banali, pure lo shooting è migliorato grazie a nuove armi, un nuovo sistema di "crafting" e un azione molto frenetica in quasi ogni combattimento. Pure la musica è parecchio ispirata anche se alcune canzoni non mi sono piaciute e trovate anonime. L'unico vero lato negativo che posso riscontrare nel gioco è la durata, il gioco dura 30 ore ma di gameplay, la trama dura massimo la metà Expand
  88. Jul 6, 2020
    9
    hace mucho tiempo que no jugaba a un videojuego que me afectara tanto emocional y físicamente
  89. Jul 6, 2020
    10
    Игра замечательная с какой-то моралью она намного лучше первой части и конец заставляет задуматься а праведьно ли? Игра шедевр на века 12/10
  90. Jul 6, 2020
    9
    Honestly a really good game. All the zeros for being a "political" game are nonsens. Ellie came out as a lesbian in the DLC. There are some rainbow flags in a street. Not everyone is a white male. That's about it. Zero? Come on. The music, voice -over, graphics, level design are really good. Gameplay and mechanics are expanded upon the first game, but it is not revolutionary. I wasn't intoHonestly a really good game. All the zeros for being a "political" game are nonsens. Ellie came out as a lesbian in the DLC. There are some rainbow flags in a street. Not everyone is a white male. That's about it. Zero? Come on. The music, voice -over, graphics, level design are really good. Gameplay and mechanics are expanded upon the first game, but it is not revolutionary. I wasn't into the game until i switched to Hard, then i was engulfed in this materpiece. Expand
  91. Jul 6, 2020
    10
    This game is far more engaging, thought-provoking and memorable than the original, which is saying quite a lot. The plot will upset a lot of people, especially seeing as many people who have read the leaks want to hate the game to defend their ego. I think for anyone with an open mind and who is not a delusional fan boy of some of the characters in the original (to the extent of wrongfullyThis game is far more engaging, thought-provoking and memorable than the original, which is saying quite a lot. The plot will upset a lot of people, especially seeing as many people who have read the leaks want to hate the game to defend their ego. I think for anyone with an open mind and who is not a delusional fan boy of some of the characters in the original (to the extent of wrongfully considering them a saint) this game is a strong game of the year contender and one of the most unique and best stories in gaming, Expand
  92. Jul 6, 2020
    10
    Un truc que j'avais une idée de la vidéo de la merde comme tu le mets en ligne et toi J
  93. Jul 6, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I know why people are upset with this game. The beginning of the game seemed alright until Joel’s death. That’s when I wanted to stop playing. It was a bad way for him to die and his character was written wrong there’s no disagreeing on that. But after that Ellie’s story gets really good and she has become one of my favourite game characters. She was written well. Abby’s story went downhill a little as it wasn’t bad but just wasn’t as Interesting as Ellie’s and I think one of the reasons for this is because we hate Abby. The game tries to make you like and tries to show she is changing as a person but i still **** hated her. Another bad part I thought was when you have to fight Ellie as Abby just so Abby can win. To be honest I think tlou2 is a really good game and all comes down to Joel’s song where he says “if I ever were to lose you, I’d lose myself”. That’s exactly what happened to Ellie in my opinion which is why she probably let Abby go as she knew Joel was right with what he said and didn’t think she’d be any better than Abby getting revenge but she realised it was too late when she got back home as Dina left. Ellie also said her fear was ending up alone which is exactly what happened. The games just a dark story about how revenge isn’t always right even if you hate Abby. It took risks and I respect. Good game but not as good as the first game. Expand
  94. Jul 6, 2020
    10
    Absolutely stunning. Great writing. Chemistry between characters is out of this world.
  95. Jul 6, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Muy bueno me gustó buena trama y historia lo supieron llevar bien buenos gráficos ambientación, todo de diez Expand
  96. Jul 6, 2020
    10
    Absolutely amazing game!! Put me on a very, very emotional rollercoaster, but loved every moment of it! Definitely one of my favourite games :)
  97. Jul 6, 2020
    9
    I think that I have never thought so much about a story in videogame. The Last of Us Part II is wonderful piece of art. Until the final few hours of the game I wanted to rate it somewhere between 2 and 5 out of 10. But final hours have changed my mind. GG Naughty Dog
  98. Jul 6, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. esta buenísimo el juego, no entiendo tantas quejas de caprichosos que vi, se centran tanto en los detalles que no disfrutan la historia, me gusto jugabilidad. los escenarios , las animaciones. yo espere al lanzamiento del juego no vi spoilers ni nada filtrado del juego.me gusto, asi no mas. Expand
  99. Jul 6, 2020
    10
    Best game I‘ve ever played. I feel sorry for the developers of this beautiful game, its a pity that their work is not being honored as it should.
  100. Jul 6, 2020
    10
    Потрясающая графика и детализация окружения.Интересный геймплей гармонично сочетающий стелс и агрессивное прохождение.Интересный сюжет (для тех кто не нахватался спойлеров) с несколькими неожиданными сюжетными поворотами.В общем я в экстазе.Гениальная игра.Потрясающая графика и детализация окружения.Интересный геймплей гармонично сочетающий стелс и агрессивное прохождение.Интересный сюжет (для тех кто не нахватался спойлеров) с несколькими неожиданными сюжетными поворотами.В общем я в экстазе.Гениальная игра.
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]