The Last of Us Part II

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  1. Nitrousgiant131
    Aug 7, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Es un juego que da un giro de inmediato lleno de emociones, nuevas maneras de juego y una historia que se queda marca en uno mismo, si faltaron historias para contar ojala y salga un dlc pero si vale la pena jugarlo… Expand
  2. Dekrev
    Aug 7, 2020
    4
    Not that great. I feel they tried however the story is poisoned by politics like a lot of what’s infesting today’s entertainment. Existing characters felt out of place New characters are flat and lack dimension
    Story is tired and ludicrous - lacked the imagination the first game had.
    The graphics were great - game mechanics were fine - the world building was great. It’s unfortunate- they    Not that great. I feel they tried however the story is poisoned by politics like a lot of what’s infesting today’s entertainment. Existing characters felt out of place New characters are flat and lack dimension
    Story is tired and ludicrous - lacked the imagination the first game had.
    The graphics were great - game mechanics were fine - the world building was great.
    It’s unfortunate- they had a vision for this game and fit the entire story in to fit that vision using contrivances, weak characters and bad storytelling.
    Other than that - I loved it.    … Expand
  3. Bob651
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    非常震撼的遊戲，藝術形式甚至超出了電影和舞臺劇的表現手法。很遺憾許多人欣賞不了無禮地打零分差評。由衷地感謝頑皮狗團隊的付出。
  4. tuviejaentanga2
    Aug 7, 2020
    3
    Habiendo jugado este juego, me he llevado una gran decepción. La verdad que lo último que esperaba era que Ellie se convirtiera en una mala persona. Sin embargo, lo único que logro rescatar del juego es al personaje y desarrollo de Abby, junto a la mecánica del juego que es excelente. Sinceramente, no veo necesario haber llevado un juego en base a la muerte de un personaje y protagonistaHabiendo jugado este juego, me he llevado una gran decepción. La verdad que lo último que esperaba era que Ellie se convirtiera en una mala persona. Sin embargo, lo único que logro rescatar del juego es al personaje y desarrollo de Abby, junto a la mecánica del juego que es excelente. Sinceramente, no veo necesario haber llevado un juego en base a la muerte de un personaje y protagonista tan querido. Lo único que puedo esperar a continuación para la próxima entrega es que mejoren y no repitan este tipo de errores que hicieron que muchos nos hayamos arrepentido de comprar el juego./Having played this game, I have been very disappointed. The truth was that the last thing I expected was for Ellie to turn into a bad person. However, the only thing I can rescue from the game is Abby's character and development, along with the game mechanics that are excellent. Honestly, I don't see it necessary to have played a game based on the death of such a beloved character and protagonist. The only thing I can hope for next for the next installment is that they improve and do not repeat these kinds of mistakes that made us regret buying the game.… Expand
  5. maxman222
    Aug 7, 2020
    9
    Awesome set pieces, unique narrative, some scenes are tough to watch, but overall it's an emotional epic with solid game-play (and a lot of looting)
  6. Eli7777
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    This is masterpiece. Don't listen to angry user that dobt get what they want. the game get you back the tlou universe. Back to belove characters. And will break your heart.
    Just an masterpiece
  7. Edelweiss777
    Jun 24, 2020
    0
    Perhaps the worst game of the century. SJW garbage and degenerate postmodernist propaganda. Such a waste of great potential.
  8. Bl00dyFellow
    Aug 7, 2020
    9
    Playing this game is like watching the mix of No country for old men, Unforgiven and Godfather.

    It's one of the best technically done games I ever played, and one of the strangest stories I ever experienced. I liked Abby, I liked the ideas behind the story. but the execution has one problem. In my opinion, the game, narrative, and writers threaten gamers like they are much smarter    Playing this game is like watching the mix of No country for old men, Unforgiven and Godfather.

    It's one of the best technically done games I ever played, and one of the strangest stories I ever experienced.

    I liked Abby, I liked the ideas behind the story. but the execution has one problem. In my opinion, the game, narrative, and writers threaten gamers like they are much smarter than they really are. I hated this game and loved it at the same time, and all I can say in the end, thanks to all the people involved in making this piece of art.

    I will miss Joel and sincerely hope Naugty Dog will release part 3.

    Thank you, Neil Druckman, you made me think about the world and my life

    For me, the main theme of the game is not Cycle of Violence, but this one
    "What is the price that we must pay for happiness, and in the end was it really worth it" Joel says yes, and I will say yes too    … Expand
  9. Marciobrc
    Jun 23, 2020
    10
    The Last of us 2, is FANTASTIC. Naughty Dog has definitely defined how to make a game for adults. The narrative takes us out of our comfort zones. The game is technically perfect ... Those who are badly missing from the game are haters, who are too dishonest to admit that The Last of us 2 is excellent.
  10. SHELDOR_BUZINGA
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    A perfect 10.
    Probably only of the greatest games ever made.
    I’m just doing my bit to help with all the review bombers out there.
  11. Wetaman
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    A brilliant game and sumptuous storytelling caught in a crossfire of culture wars.
    I have played this through three times, and each time I found more reasons to enjoy it, saw more subtlety in the telling and found more empathy for the characters. The gameplay becomes familiar but not automatic, drop your guard and the game will eat you. A challenge even on New Game +. Don’t listen to the    A brilliant game and sumptuous storytelling caught in a crossfire of culture wars.
    I have played this through three times, and each time I found more reasons to enjoy it, saw more subtlety in the telling and found more empathy for the characters. The gameplay becomes familiar but not automatic, drop your guard and the game will eat you. A challenge even on New Game +. Don’t listen to the politics, play the game    … Expand
  12. MrKalamaroe
    Jul 21, 2020
    10
    After thinking about this game for weeks upon weeks, I can confidently say that I adore The Last of Us Part II, the gameplay is fantastic, the graphics are the best I've ever seen, the music is incredible and the story, at least the way I interpret it, is amazing. Considering how many people share their opinion on the internet, I'm probably in the minority when I say this, but I can easilyAfter thinking about this game for weeks upon weeks, I can confidently say that I adore The Last of Us Part II, the gameplay is fantastic, the graphics are the best I've ever seen, the music is incredible and the story, at least the way I interpret it, is amazing. Considering how many people share their opinion on the internet, I'm probably in the minority when I say this, but I can easily give The Last of Us Part II a 10/10.… Expand
  13. Andew
    Aug 2, 2020
    10
    Es un juego que merece ser pensado, analizado y digerido correctamente, y una vez hecho eso, sabrás lo asombroso que es. Sin duda este juego ganará mucho más cariño con los años, cuando toda esta ola de hate se supere y, objetivamente, se vea que es una obra maestra.
  14. Panic_nade
    Aug 7, 2020
    1
    There are no words how disappointed I am with this game. Sometimes its better not to make a sequel.
  15. jimmymc64
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    Great storyline and the same good combat from the first game. It gives you a new perspective on the world of The Last of Us, exploring new places and characters, while building on the events of the first game.
  16. andrecocos
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    Bunch of self entitled **** that thought that someone owes them any type of story in this game. People and their dumb expectations... Jeez

    The game is brilliant. The story is deep, smart and well written. As 7 years ago did the first part, this one pushed the limits of what we expect from a game. It’s probably one of those games we’ll remember for a long time, until Naughty Dog make a    Bunch of self entitled **** that thought that someone owes them any type of story in this game. People and their dumb expectations... Jeez

    The game is brilliant. The story is deep, smart and well written. As 7 years ago did the first part, this one pushed the limits of what we expect from a game. It’s probably one of those games we’ll remember for a long time, until Naughty Dog make a third part.    … Expand
  17. NaurO
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    I had very high expectations of the game, which were exceeded. Although I had to experience small spoilers before release, the game has silenced my doubts about the time very quickly.
    The only weakness of the game was not being able to offer the perfect happy end. But therein lies the perfection of the game, because there is a commentary on violence and revenge, which is shown    I had very high expectations of the game, which were exceeded. Although I had to experience small spoilers before release, the game has silenced my doubts about the time very quickly.
    The only weakness of the game was not being able to offer the perfect happy end. But therein lies the perfection of the game, because there is a commentary on violence and revenge, which is shown realistically and comprehensibly from several perspectives.
    The game complements the first part perfectly and should not be disturbed by unnecessary "LGBTQ" or "unnecessary deaths" disscusions, which are led by people who didn't play the game to the end.    … Expand
  18. Atreu5
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    Incredible story, amazing gameplay, fantastic soundtrack, and the best graphics ever. It is a masterpiece.
  19. zeeeee
    Aug 7, 2020
    6
    I don't know if i love or be indiferent in this games. They improve almost every thing from the first but the story...
    I don't say that was terrible because it wasn't, i just expected something diferent. Some glamours death to a **** badass caracter that everyone loved
    I just feel a little bit empty by the beginning of the game. Don't judge Neil about the story but kinda like that the    I don't know if i love or be indiferent in this games. They improve almost every thing from the first but the story...
    I don't say that was terrible because it wasn't, i just expected something diferent. Some glamours death to a **** badass caracter that everyone loved
    I just feel a little bit empty by the beginning of the game.
    Don't judge Neil about the story but kinda like that the part2 give me the same feelings like the first.
    Still a very good game to play and enjoy.    … Expand
  20. Pallews
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    After the first game I doubted they would be able to top the feeling I had after playing through it since that was a whole new level of storytelling in a video-game.

    Now, all these years later, the successor makes me realize how talanted these people are. Anybody who played the first game will try this game because of how good the first one was. But not everyone will like the way things    After the first game I doubted they would be able to top the feeling I had after playing through it since that was a whole new level of storytelling in a video-game.

    Now, all these years later, the successor makes me realize how talanted these people are. Anybody who played the first game will try this game because of how good the first one was. But not everyone will like the way things turn out. The way they develop the story to question if ellie truly is the good guy reminds us that that everything has consequences and others are affected by your actions.

    The first game truly was the greatest game of all time according to me, but the successor is competing at another level in terms of involving player empathy. If you're anything of a game lover, try this game after you've played the first one.    … Expand
  21. AndiTiME22
    Aug 7, 2020
    4
    This game and the way they treated the story is a joke.
    Gameplay and graphics are the only +.
  22. Lin651
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    Greatest game ever. Don't get miss led by those freaky haters. Thank you Naughty Dog, I sincerely expecting part 3.
  23. Dchar
    Aug 7, 2020
    3
    Misleading trailers followed by an inconsistent story. The overall theme gets lost in the poor storytelling. The graphics are cool I guess
  24. Daniskumik27
    Aug 6, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. es un juegazo lo único malo es la muerte de Joel pero el resto es un juego increíble… Expand
  25. Tattilover
    Aug 7, 2020
    0
    Es un juego bastante malo, nada que ver la historia de los trailer y la calidad del mismo, hay demasiados bugs que hacen que el kuego parezca amateur,
  26. Mhyway
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    Just finished the game and I have to say that this game challenged me in every way possible. How they weaved the stories of each character so intricately to the point where as a player I was conflicted on taking certain actions/following certain prompts because of the love and connection I had to a character was mind blowing. The message of the game was intense and you will question soJust finished the game and I have to say that this game challenged me in every way possible. How they weaved the stories of each character so intricately to the point where as a player I was conflicted on taking certain actions/following certain prompts because of the love and connection I had to a character was mind blowing. The message of the game was intense and you will question so many things in your own life. The game play, story line, graphics, voice acting, attention to detail, and music all make this game very deserving of all accolades. I am frankly surprised at any negative reviews because although the game is darker than the first, you can take away a huge life lesson from it. It was a ride..thank you.… Expand
  27. Dominguezjid
    Jul 30, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Es un juegaso por ser joel no lo hace superior a nadie puede morir porque es una persona mas aunque duela es un juego perfecto… Expand
  28. Fishmania10
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    Love the way they took a risk on the storyline. I understand the controversy behind it, but in my opinion that’s what makes this game so incredible. They did something different, not like a lot of other games. Loved the way it made you play both sides of the main conflict. Left you on edge the entire length of the game. One of the best games I’ve ever played for sure.
  29. Hshassan
    Aug 7, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Bad writing, the game uses its platform to teach you about lgbt instead of focusing on a proper story.… Expand
  30. Aloyy
    Aug 7, 2020
    5
    Truly wonderful. Never cried so much over a game. Definitely satisfying and thought provoking. A true masterpiece.
  31. jd8399
    Jun 19, 2020
    4
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The long awaited sequel is here, and when it comes to gameplay mechanics and graphical presentation it’s amazing. However the core storyline is quite insulting to fans. The fact they tried to hide Abby in the trailers is misleading. Even more misleading is making Joel seem like a major character in trailers only to have him be killed off two hours in a 20+ hour game in a needlessly brutal and distasteful way. ND tried to subvert expectations and be edgy but instead alienated fans of the game by destroying two beloved and well developed characters. The story and it’s characters failed to grow and develop. It’s just misery… Expand
  32. Damien_Hays
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    The Last of Us Part II is a worthy successor to the original. It’s elevated gameplay mechanics and brutal narrative further reinforces the dark world these characters inhabit. Each action sequence can leave you making it though by the skin of your teeth. Characters in Part II are richer than they were in the first installment. By the time credits rolled I was invested in every singleThe Last of Us Part II is a worthy successor to the original. It’s elevated gameplay mechanics and brutal narrative further reinforces the dark world these characters inhabit. Each action sequence can leave you making it though by the skin of your teeth. Characters in Part II are richer than they were in the first installment. By the time credits rolled I was invested in every single person that Naughty Dog presented to us. Naughty Dog was not afraid to make difficult decisions when shaping this story and it is incredibly impactful. Part II is a heartbreaking tale, but one that resonates long after the journey is over.… Expand
  33. nevermindcv
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    The best game of this generation. The gameplay is amazing, the details are unbelievable. The story is great, it has a few flaws but nothing major. A must buy game.
  34. Bruhhhhhhh
    Aug 7, 2020
    9
    The non-linear telling of this story wasn't really the most instinctive way to go with it,but after digesting it and collect the pieces I felt it really is a poignant story albeit a punishing and soul crushing one
    But anyway the brutal combat and stealth made me feel the fun I had with MGSV,which at least this game had a better story
  35. BOGOMEGO49
    Jul 17, 2020
    10
    Non ho giocato il gioco, ma l'estremo review bombing mi ha portato a mettere 10 a un gioco che a detta di tutti merita più di un 5.5
  36. GaymasterR1_
    Aug 7, 2020
    0
    Ужас как такое можно верующим детям показывать
  37. PhkNaughtyDog
    Jun 22, 2020
    1
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I was introduced to The Last of Us after the remastered release on the PS4 and it changed my gaming preferences to this day. When I completed that game I knew it was amazing, and felt the same way about the creative team at Naughty Dog. From there I went into the Uncharted series, and again, each title was a home run right up until the recent end, which left everyone feeling great.

    Now I get the fact that TLOU is set in a much darker world, and that "happy endings" isn't what it is all about. As a big fan of The Walking Dead (which clearly Neil is as well based on how he stole from them) I get that sometimes, in order to keep it "real" we have to lose some of our favorites, however in this case it should have been Naughty Dogs team that had their heads on pikes for the decisions they came up with, that have alienated a huge part of their fan base.

    They can try to twist the facts to meet their narrative all they like, but at the end of the day they completely **** the bed with this one. SPOILER WARNING

    Killing Joel is essentially killing Daryl Dixon or Rick Grimes; you just don't do it. If you are going to, you had better do it right and for a reason that moves the story. When it comes to beloved characters like these, there has to be a level of respect shown as well. Naughty Dog did not do anything to justify Joel's death and at the end of the day it was more for shock value which, thanks to the spoilers, had none.

    There are so many moments in the game where it can't get out of its own way that it would take too line to list them all. One of the biggest though was when we are playing as Abby. We have to get to a hospital to get meds to save a patient and after an hour long mission, we are successful, only to see the patient killed off in the next scene. WTF?!?! Why did you waste my time with that STUPID time consuming journey for absolutely NOTHING? Now you can argue that she used her last gasp to save Abby but still and all, that was a huge waste of time.

    Not to be outdone, that leads us to the ending. Ellie, who for over 20 hours has been hunting Abby to avenge Joel, has Abby submerged under water, and as Abby is about to be drowned, Ellie lets her go instead. WHAT?!?!?!

    Naughty Dog had my blind faith and trust due to their past track record; that is all gone now. This abomination should have been aborted and I'm surprised the box doesn't have a rainbow flag on it. I couldn't care less about their being gay characters in the game, but the idea that you are trying to argue for LGBTQ equality in the post apocalypse, where murder is legal in the absence of law enforcement, is hilariously bad!

    "It can't be for nothing..." and yet, in the end, it all was.    … Expand
  38. Dr_choochoo
    Aug 7, 2020
    0
    여러분 여기 스토리를 극찬하는 많은 리뷰들이 복수의 공허함이 느껴져서 좋다고 하죠? 맞습니다. 게임을 플레이하고 나면 공허함이 격하게 느껴집니다. 그리고 스토리 작가들은 이 공허함과 분노를 자신들이 의도하였다 착각하고 있죠... 그러나 게임을 하고 느끼는 분노와 공허함은 7년동안 기다리고 기대했던 게임의 스토리가 누가봐도 게으르게 만들어졌다는것에 있습니다. 몰입되지 않는 타임머신형 스토리텔링, 아무 생각없이 만든 플레이어블 캐릭터, 전작과의 많은 모순점, 그러면서도 과도한 전작 연관성, 우연성에 과도히 기대는 연출, 결과를 만들어놓고 과정을 끼워맞추다가 발생한 수많은 억지 설정들...

    게임 플레이 하는 내내 교사들의 정치색이 듬뿍 물든 학예회를 보는 느낌이 들었습니다. 내용은 유치하고    여러분 여기 스토리를 극찬하는 많은 리뷰들이 복수의 공허함이 느껴져서 좋다고 하죠? 맞습니다. 게임을 플레이하고 나면 공허함이 격하게 느껴집니다. 그리고 스토리 작가들은 이 공허함과 분노를 자신들이 의도하였다 착각하고 있죠... 그러나 게임을 하고 느끼는 분노와 공허함은 7년동안 기다리고 기대했던 게임의 스토리가 누가봐도 게으르게 만들어졌다는것에 있습니다. 몰입되지 않는 타임머신형 스토리텔링, 아무 생각없이 만든 플레이어블 캐릭터, 전작과의 많은 모순점, 그러면서도 과도한 전작 연관성, 우연성에 과도히 기대는 연출, 결과를 만들어놓고 과정을 끼워맞추다가 발생한 수많은 억지 설정들...

    게임 플레이 하는 내내 교사들의 정치색이 듬뿍 물든 학예회를 보는 느낌이 들었습니다. 내용은 유치하고 선동적이고 편향적이지만 아이들의 얼굴을 봐서 끝까지 앉아있었죠... 이번에 학예회에 많은 사람이 왔다고 좋아하지 마시길 바랍니다. 당신들에게 다음은 없으니까요.    … Expand
  39. Ademide
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    Great graphics, amazing character-environment interaction, good story, unlike most in the sense that there is no "real" villian only a bunch of selfish humans which is basically real life. Very controversial story but in a good way cause it gets you thinking about different social structures, at least it got me thinking. Also lots of death so that might be a deal breaker.
  40. Fedora-kun
    Aug 7, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. worst game of the year. how could you deliberately make a false advertising and fake spoilers to make people think Joel was going to be in the game line in trailer when in reality he didn't even get 2-3 hours of screen time. Naughty Dog should be ashamed of themselves. And the story is atrocious.… Expand
  41. Zitrical
    Aug 7, 2020
    8
    If you’re expecting a similar game to the first one then you’ll be disappointed. This game is divided in many opinions but personally I liked it. I think the people that expect it to be a fan service will be heavily disappointed with decisions in the game. If you want to take it how it is and go into it with an open mind then you will not be disappointed, the game feels like a movie withIf you’re expecting a similar game to the first one then you’ll be disappointed. This game is divided in many opinions but personally I liked it. I think the people that expect it to be a fan service will be heavily disappointed with decisions in the game. If you want to take it how it is and go into it with an open mind then you will not be disappointed, the game feels like a movie with its narration and storytelling, naughty dog do extremely well with the dialogue and performances are incredible too. One thing to note is I praise naughty dog for its gameplay in this title, it feels much more of a game than the first Last of Us but that does affect pacing, sometimes it felt like a grind to go through some parts of the game but this was rare. Gameplay wise, it’s done very well, it’s one of the reasons why I want to replay it as it was satisfying to play through, graphics on a PS4 Pro were incredible too. Soundtrack is also a massive W. This game focuses on its world building and gameplay a lot which I quite like, the story won’t be for everyone as I explained earlier but the gameplay and satisfaction will keep you hooked. Gg Naughty Dog.… Expand
  42. VitorChiavenato
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    One word that defines this game is perfection. The evolution of graphics and new elements in the gameplay evolve as well as the story, which proves to be beautiful and violent at the same time, with extremely well-built characters, with well-defined personalities, which makes them unique. The photography direction work is clever when using smooth travellings almost uncut during theirOne word that defines this game is perfection. The evolution of graphics and new elements in the gameplay evolve as well as the story, which proves to be beautiful and violent at the same time, with extremely well-built characters, with well-defined personalities, which makes them unique. The photography direction work is clever when using smooth travellings almost uncut during their cutscenes which make them perfectly fluid, making it impossible to discern when the gameplay ends and the cutscene begins. The art direction of the game is impeccable. Each scene in the game looks like a painting thanks to the wonderful and colorful scenarios that, even in times of urgency, it is impossible not to recognize the wonder of the game world, even in a dystopian setting with a dazzling mix between nature and man. The subtle and striking soundtrack also has a beautiful and important role, as it marks the moments of action and calm in the narrative in a cautious and delicate way. The innovation of some features such as dodge, passwords for safes, skill tree and verticality in the gameplay bring a sense of evolution for both the game creators and the players, which gives more authenticity to the game and emerges the player even more in the world that it is inserted. The story shows in an elegant and magnificent way the consequences of how a simple action can have, the price that hasty decisions charge and how the vision of hero and villain are abstract and depend only on the point of view, all thanks to very well fitted plot twists and explained that it keeps the curiosity and mystery of the story until its end. By inserting the LGBT universe in the story, the narrative gains even more value when dealing with such a current and important theme in a delicate and adorable way. This game is a masterpiece of the games and will certainly mark the end of a console generation as the best game of the decade, just like its predecessor, which thanks to the super dedicated and attentive team from Naughty Dog and the fabulous Neil Druckmann, is an amazing, incredible, wonderful, charming and above all, exciting game.… Expand
  43. chenw
    Aug 7, 2020
    0
    Considering how this franchise has done its best to nurture a relationship between its two main characters, this trainwreck of a game is a blatant slap in the face of the fans. The beautiful graphics can't make a bad written game enjoyable. It's such a shame...
  44. Giruaro
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    The best character development in a video game ever. Game play is phenomenal. I loved every minute of it - even the ending.
  45. Addyrocks
    Aug 7, 2020
    0
    This is a stupid game with a lousy story, and dont say amazing graphics i have played way better looking games on a PC the plot is as bad as call of duty infinte warfare , the concept of this is hey nathan drake killed a mercenary so lets make the mercenaries daughter kill drake. Thats the stupidity of this plot and please dont listen to these ign , verge all these big ass companies bcThis is a stupid game with a lousy story, and dont say amazing graphics i have played way better looking games on a PC the plot is as bad as call of duty infinte warfare , the concept of this is hey nathan drake killed a mercenary so lets make the mercenaries daughter kill drake. Thats the stupidity of this plot and please dont listen to these ign , verge all these big ass companies bc they are not invested in the game as us the real consumers/gamers, for them they play it objectively and give a review then dont care a little about the emptional aspects , save money dont buy it or buy it used… Expand
  46. MartinOrozco97
    Aug 7, 2020
    0
    It looks and sounds beautiful, theres no doubt about that. The reason why I give such a low score is beacause this is the biggest disappointment possible, this is not a sequel of the first game, rather a spin off that destroys the thing we all loved the most about the first game. TLOU 1 will still be my favorite game, if you want to play the sequel because you loved the first one, please,It looks and sounds beautiful, theres no doubt about that. The reason why I give such a low score is beacause this is the biggest disappointment possible, this is not a sequel of the first game, rather a spin off that destroys the thing we all loved the most about the first game. TLOU 1 will still be my favorite game, if you want to play the sequel because you loved the first one, please, dont play it.… Expand
  47. Momurdamo
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    Fantastic game. It improves on the original game in every way. The story may be controversial for some, but I really loved it.
  48. HonorOfZuko
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The enemy encounters in TLoU2 are tense, brutal, and challenging. The atmospheric music and intelligent enemy AI made me squirm in my seat as I snuck around the environment. I rarely got mad when I died. Instead, I looked forward to approaching the scenario differently. When I had to fight, I enjoyed the combat; however, combat was sufficiently messy and resource-depleting to incentivize a stealthy approach.

    The story is excellent. I don't want to spoil too much, so I'll just say that this game knows how to make you feel the way it wants you to feel. The score, environment, cinematography, and script work in tandem to give the main characters compelling emotional lives. However, some have criticized the lack of choice in certain key moments of the game. Indeed, their were several moments where I had to accomplish a goal of the main character that I really didn't want to go through with. While challenging and fun, on an emotional level these moments were almost painful. But I think that was the point. At the end of TLoU1, Joel didn't give Ellie a choice. So Ellie doesn't give us a choice. She alienates the player as she loses what she loves. Like everyone else in the game, we are powerless to stop Ellie. We can only watch the tragedy unfold and hope she finds the strength to forgive.    … Expand
  49. Adair2ada
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    It deserves a 10, dont listen to people saying that it is bad, most of them didn't even play the game and just review bombed it, the gameplay is a 10/10 better than the first and the story is something you will enjoy if you look at it realistically, not as a fantasy, the story is just amazing and totally recommend it.
  50. BLINKERS
    Aug 7, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is a masterpiece as a story and a game. The worst aspect regarding this game, is that the controversy surrounding it, had and will continue to stop true fans from playing it for themselves. - my 2 cents… Expand
  51. Mamelinho3000
    Aug 6, 2020
    0
    The Last of Us Part II is out of the context of what The Last of Us truly is.
  52. YousifGerges
    Aug 7, 2020
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I feel obligated to say that this game is supposed to be divisive. Do not base your opinion about this game on my review, Try it for yourself. It could work for you, but it sadly didn't for me.

    I wanted to love this so badly. I avoided all spoilers and had a fair amount of optimism going into it. I'm 100% sure that the trailers were just as bad as the spoilers, because the spoilers are a large part of what ruined my experience. Most of what I'll discuss is to do with the story.

    Firstly, Abby. The core idea of TLOU is survival. You fight your way through and survive because you care about the characters, but I hated Abby for obvious reasons. Making a character do something we will hate for then having them redeem themselves to you (the player) makes it hard to actually like them. Had they made us like Abby and become attached to her before she did the unspeakable, it would've made it possible for us to forgive her and want her to survive, despite it being possible it still would've been improbable. Replacing the protagonist with his killer sucks. I didn't care about her or her friends, and I didn’t try to care for them in the 2nd part of the game since I had already known that they would die. While playing as Abby I wanted to run to clickers and let them bite me, which, again, destroys the survival aspect. I hoped that in every cutscene she would die, but even THAT was ruined because of the order they told the story in.

    Instead, they make us play through **** that is clearly trying to humanize her and justify her actions, whether it be her flashbacks or her "compassionate" story with Lev which is just a rip off of Joel and Ellie. The justification for her actions were valid, but at the end of the day pointless because you do not care about who her actions were attempting to avenge, and you actually would be inclined to root against who she is trying to avenge (her father, whom Joel killed, and mankind, who were ripped off a cure) because saving those would've cost Ellie's life. ND even tried to make us sympathize for Abby by having her lose those around her, however, thats just the revenge we've been wanting. At the end I'm just confused about her because there isn't any point in killing her or letting her live.

    Secondly, side characters. Having SO MANY characters that are just there to earn our sympathy rather than be actual characters, then killing almost all of them is so dumb. It makes us so emotionally numb to loss because so many of them die, that at some point I had stopped caring when a character died.

    Thirdly, Joel and Ellie. The order that their scenes appear, as well as the number of hours between each one made it feel more like a side story. This somewhat undermined their importance. However, they are just too powerful and enjoyable to be called a waste.

    Fourthly, the trailers set up a game that was completely different and seemed like it was REALLY gonna focus on the downfall of Joel and Ellie’s relationship, but just completely hit a 180. I’m certain that their intention was to have the trailers make it seem like Dina was the one that was going to die.

    Lastly, and this is the most important: The storyline is pointless. The only difference between the beginning of the game and the end is dead bodies. Thats it, and, as aforementioned, that wasn't even meaningful because there were so many deaths. The only meaningful things that happened were the progress in Ellie and Dina, and Lev and Abby's relationship, but even the latter is just some rip off of Joel and Ellie that I don't really want to see play-out, and will not be buying the DLC or spin-off they will probably make about those two.

    However, I can’t die how empty I felt at the end of the game, despite not caring about 65%(?) of the characters. I think that’s all thanks to just how greatly developed Joel was as a character, along with his relationship with Ellie. Neither Joel nor his relationship with Ellie were perfect, but were both very strong. Its because the way I feel

    All in all a pointless experience with GOOD repetitive gameplay, GREAT graphics, and a GREAT soundtrack that is WILDLY underused imo. Multiple instances where I thought I'd hear a guitar riff but was met with silence instead.    … Expand
  53. Tarok
    Aug 7, 2020
    1
    Проблема игры в том что когда убивают твоего любимого героя ,тебя потом заставляют играть за это существо перекаченое
  54. Jubei
    Aug 7, 2020
    9
    Gamer friends, I don't understand the hatred that this game has suffered, the developers have worked hard on this work. The story is the main asset of the game along with the art direction. I can understand that the end of the story disappoints some people, but the game is for me the future game of the year 2020
  55. willismagilous
    Aug 7, 2020
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I enjoy the first two thirds of the game. Although a lot of people are upset by Joel’s death, it does make for a good story arch for Ellie. The combat and ambience was pretty good during the journey in Seattle. It goes down hill once Abby confronts Ellie in the theatre, and we’re jolted into some eight hours of Abby’s backstory. It is necessary to understand that her father was a firefly, but it that portion of the game should’ve ended there. Abby’s story would make for a good DLC, similar to Ellie’s Left Behind DLC, but it wasn’t enjoyable because of it’s placement in the main story. I also feel there was nothing that stood out about Santa Barbra. Their big showdown could’ve, and probably should’ve happened in Seattle. Besides changing the scene a little and briefly introducing a new faction, the Santa Barbra sequence just a shorter repeat of Seattle. I found the ending especially horrendous. It addresses nothing in regards to Ellie’s broken relationship with Dina and JJ, how Tommy might react to Ellie’s sign of mercy, or just generally how Jackson was changed by everything. It seems the theme was generally that you should always be aware of how your decisions affect those around you, but that idea is tossed out the door in the final scene. It seems the game was meant to end in Seattle, but the devs felt the game was short, so they threw extra needless fluff in to pad runtime. A decision that drastically lowered the art and potential the game had. I really wanted to like this game, I even have the Firefly insignia tattooed to my forearm, but everything after the initial confrontation between Ellie and Abby, the game went downhill.… Expand
  56. Altocapo
    Aug 7, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Ninguna evolución en cuanto a gameplay, gráficos impresionantes, buen diseño de niveles y una historia muy mal escrita.… Expand
  57. Lehefir
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    Excellent gameplay, great improve from the first game.
    Good narrative, coherent with all that was created in the first game, working with the consequences of the acts.
    Impressive naughty dog! Amazing work!
  58. Eduardortiz
    Aug 7, 2020
    0
    La idea de tener muchas cinemáticas innecesarias, personajes forzados y un lamentable final arruinaron la obra maestra de the last of us 2
  59. Darkoghi
    Aug 7, 2020
    1
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Neil Druckman cried at the end, now I can see why. Don’t buy this, don’t do it. Save 60 for ghost of Tsushima or cyberpunk, thank you naughty dog for ruining something beautiful… Expand
  60. gabrielspalermo
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The best game i have ever played. This is next level storyline with deep consequences all over.
    If you dont get why Abby did the what she did, and the same for Ellie, you probably fit in the category of people who thinks Joel is a hero and Abby is the bad guy.
    There are no good guys at all, people die for nothing, people seek for vengeance, they only try to protect their own and those who they love.
    So, this is a game for mature people, definitely. The violence is extremely graphic, the tension around is always high and I love how the game shows us a different perspective from the first game.
    It is heartbreaking watching the conversation between Ellie and Joel the night before he died.
    The same way it is heartbreaking to see that killing Joel only brought more killing to Abbys life.
    This is the The Last of Us Part II goal: show you how things can look different, depending on which side you are, depending on what you believe, depending on what made you since the apocalypse began.
    The goal is to be heartbreaking, in every way, for everyone. Because this is the world of The Last of Us.
    And I dont even need to start to talk about graphics, sound effects, fights, cities, the whole thing.
    I have waited 7 eyers for this game and it was worth it.
    It is amazing to see how a company like Naughty Dog can take storylines and the whole videogame experience to places that most entertainement products could never achieve.
    Praying for The Last of Us Part III to the next generation of consoles. Or anything from Naughty Dog, the do not fail.    … Expand
  61. Reuben2020
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    It's great. The combat is impactful and fierce, the stealth is intense, the graphics are phenomenal, it's probably the best looking game over made, and despite what the review bombers say, the story is great aswell. I thoroughly enjoyed it
  62. Cinnatra
    Aug 7, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. All relationships are based on trust. But the last of us part 2 is a fraud, a major lie. The promise To be reunited with characters that we loved in part 1 is a lie, the trailers are a lie... this is disrespectful. This is dishonest. This game is a complete failure with a silly story and a bunch of clumsy characters. A really hollow and stupid game that glorify violence who is trying To denunce. Please i am a an adult and an enthousiastic fan of videogames. So please don't **** me. And please don't make me waste my time and money cause i don't deserve that.… Expand
  63. mosvin
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Great storyline, great graphics.

    Великолепный глубокий сюжет, великолепная графика.    … Expand
  64. Norrance
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    You reach several points--by design--where you don't even properly enjoy playing The Last of Us Part II. But that's the idea: the game is about revenge, and the emptiness of it... but also about the redemptive quality of love. People claim to want 3-dimensional characters--but if that's the case, we have to accept 3-dimensional narratives as well. They claim to want games with adultYou reach several points--by design--where you don't even properly enjoy playing The Last of Us Part II. But that's the idea: the game is about revenge, and the emptiness of it... but also about the redemptive quality of love. People claim to want 3-dimensional characters--but if that's the case, we have to accept 3-dimensional narratives as well. They claim to want games with adult stories, that go in unexpected directions. I thought I wanted that as well, but TLOU Part II forced me to reckon with that. I realized a part of me expected redemption, almost required it, and I didn't want to pay for it. Not really pay.

    Well, here it is: an adult story, with flawed characters, that takes the game and genre in an unexpected direction, that forces you to think and reckon with your actions. A game that isn't "fun" in its climactic boss battles. A game with characters make choices that we understand are wrong, and suffer consequences that are in hindsight inevitable. This is disruptive, and depressing, and unique in the entirety of games. It will be talked about, and argued about, and sets the template for all "dark" games, anti-heroes, and revenge stories to follow.    … Expand
  65. etorres0101
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    A great game with great detail and great storytelling. Not everyone will like it, that’s okay. I appreciated it
  66. Dylan30
    Aug 7, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. You just can't force the player to play the antagonist and show them that this antagonist is a good person, that's completely wrong.… Expand
  67. Kydraiden
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The story of this game was epic. I found myself enjoying playing as Abby as I wasn't so restricted on combat as I'm with Eille. People who are destroying this game cause of Joel death need a life. Why do you think Ellie gets revenge? Cause they killed her dog? Lol!! It's pretty obvious why she was going to make everyone pay. Not my Game of the Year but Game is on Point.… Expand
  68. TheEducated
    Aug 7, 2020
    4
    Great graphics and combat. Terrible story and ruins my favorite characters.
  69. Hodaafz
    Aug 7, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is Very exciting❤
    I can play this game in several times.
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  70. Vl54_565479
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    Очень душевная и хорошая игра , советую всем
  71. Marwan1989
    Aug 7, 2020
    4
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Graphics are unparalleled on a console Gameplay could use more diversity and better AI Story just doesn't exist.… Expand
  72. Vrekstv
    Aug 7, 2020
    9
    This game is far ahead of it’s predecessor. Technically it is one of the best, if not the best game of all time. The first one was there to please the whole crowd with it’s great story. It was a story which could not be hated because it was basically mainstream , but in a good way. Part 2 is much more controversial in terms of storytelling. Agree or disagree with the first few hours of theThis game is far ahead of it’s predecessor. Technically it is one of the best, if not the best game of all time. The first one was there to please the whole crowd with it’s great story. It was a story which could not be hated because it was basically mainstream , but in a good way. Part 2 is much more controversial in terms of storytelling. Agree or disagree with the first few hours of the game. It get’s better and better throughout playing and it has one of the most intense endscenes of all gaming for me. Music absolutely gorgeous and much darker than the first one. Fyi Mac Quayle from “Mr Robot” worked on the score too along with Gustavo. This sequel is much more creative than the first one in terms of gameplay. The fact alone, that enemies are crying for their shot friends is just terrifying to look at. Dog’s are crying too if you shoot their owner btw.. The only issue that I have with this game are some long passages throughout playing the second half of the game.

    Try this game with an open mind if you played the first one.

    One thing’s for sure. Player which did not play the first one are 100% satisfied with it.    … Expand
  73. Faris0karim
    Aug 7, 2020
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Very good uehhxueueuss
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  74. zwc3737
    Aug 7, 2020
    9
    I don’t think this one is that bad as those anger people say, I having so much fun while I’m playing it.
  75. Madman85
    Aug 7, 2020
    0
    Это полно гавно, лгбт посылки мешают индустрии)
  76. Vidiot
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    Solid 10, there hasnt been a good game realeased in forever and ONE character death shouldn’t be the judge of the entire game no matter if it was ellie, joel, tommy or even dina. Its still a good game.
  77. Tommyko
    Jun 25, 2020
    4
    Story is a very bad , they destroy all what we love on TLoU. Im very dissapointing , 5 years waiting for this WTF antifan fiction....
  78. gosheesh
    Aug 7, 2020
    1
    Scenario is bad, Neil Druckman killed the game. Also lots of leftist propaganda. Awful
  79. MatthiasBanz
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    Best Game Experience in Mc Life, and I‘m a Gamer since 1985. THANKS for this to Neil Druckmann and the amazing Work from the Teams and Studios behind.
  80. JackMiller20
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Эта игру назвать шедевром будет оскорблением-это лучше чем шедевр. Вдумайтесь,есть люди которые дропнули Её на смерти Джоэла ,да не спорю момент неожиданный и трогательный,но это не вся игра,это не конец.Моё мне мнение может и не изменит оценку,но я выскажусь.
    1.Сюжет 10/10. Настолько ВЕЛИКОЛЕПНОЙ истории я давно не видел,даже не смотря на то ,что нас заставляют играть за убийцу Джоэла ,но с такой классной подачей и мотивацией ,это что то с чем-то. Самая лучшая часть сюжета, это всё таки за Элли. Также самый лучший момент ,это концовка,она тут Лучше и трогательней чем в Первой части.
    2.Графика 10/10. Ну что тут говорить,графика в этой игре это настоящий прорыв в игровой индустрии. Из старушки PS4 Выдавили все соки
    3.Атмосфера 10/10. О да! Как же великолепно выполнена атмосфера Пост-Апокалипсиса,когда даже самый слабый противник(Бегун) Тут предастовляет опасность(На максимальной ложности если что) Когда ты дорожишь каждым патроном в обойме-Это Классно!
    4.Геймплей 10/10. Геймплей по сравнению с первой частью сильно не поменялся,но есть и свои отличия 1.Это Уклонения на L1, теперь стало значительно удобней сражаться с противниками. 2. Это то что можно ползать ,Это довольно удобно в стелсе.
    Вердикт: Эта игра мне как фанату первой части ,очень сильно зашла и я считаю то что она заслуживает большего бала на метактритике,так как это ШЕДЕВР,Браво Naughty Dog    … Expand
  81. Yakmaca
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    This game is awesome,best game in the world.İ want the last of part 3 ...
  82. AlGRDno
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    TLOU2 is a hard game to play. I ‘m not talking survivor difficulty here. It feels like naughty dogs purpose is to make the player feel. In TLOU the dominant emotions were (fatherly) love, attachment and fear. And It appealed to many if not all. This time around, the main emotions you will experience are hate, anger, disgust and desperation.
    No wonder some (many) players have had mixed    TLOU2 is a hard game to play. I ‘m not talking survivor difficulty here. It feels like naughty dogs purpose is to make the player feel. In TLOU the dominant emotions were (fatherly) love, attachment and fear. And It appealed to many if not all. This time around, the main emotions you will experience are hate, anger, disgust and desperation.
    No wonder some (many) players have had mixed feelings to put it mildly about this game. This sole fact demonstrates that the game hit right we’re it was aiming.
    So yes, the game is beautiful, DA is splendid (kudo to the soundtrack), the acting is without a doubt the best seen in any game so far, the gameplay (e.g. combat) has been notably improved since Part I and the storytelling remains strong.
    There are also some lengthy parts and several repetitive mechanics that might bother you sometimes. Not all characters are as charismatics as you d hope, but again, neither are we...
    In addition the game (elegantly) tackles sensitive societal topics that will drive some people back, and makes you wonder.
    I was left in awe several times, and at the end, of course. I felt like I have never been closer to play an (exceptional) movie.
    In short, the last of us Part II hit right in the feels. Are you willing to handle it, that for you to answer. Will you enjoy it, or be glad you went on this journey, only playing it will tell.
    In terms of video game experience, TLOU2 will share with FFVII, OoT, MGS, HL2, TLOU1, MGSV, BotW the mighty shelf of titles that made video games and players grow.    … Expand
  83. Gekonas
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    Una obra maestra.
    Naughty dog se lució con este juegazo. No entiendo el hate que muchos le han dado.
  84. SalmonRaindrop
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    One of the best games I have ever played. The story is amazing. The gameplay keeps in touch with the first game. Full of twists and turns, emotions, and perfection.
  85. Dgloodt
    Aug 6, 2020
    10
    I had bought into the release day rumors and cancelled my preorder. I reluctantly purchased it and played it all the way through. The hate and negative reviews couldn’t be more misplaced. This is one of, if not the, best games I’ve ever played. Perfect graphics & gameplay. A story worthy of TLOU franchise. I’ve never played a video game as emotionally challenging as this one. A must play.
  86. pizda228
    Aug 6, 2020
    4
    Хуйнэ, мне не зашёл сюжет очень скучный и неинтересный, кому-то понравилось, но мне нет первая была лучше, я так считаю, а ещё я считаю что... А вам не похуй что я считаю???
  87. takeawaycoffee
    Aug 6, 2020
    0
    This game is terrible. Critics give it a good score because of political correctness.
  88. stitch9108
    Aug 6, 2020
    10
    I have loved the first one. I think I've played it twice on PS3 and three times en PS4.
    I'm so happy that the second opus is as great. It has a very good dynamic, the story is very captivating. The game play is better than the first one. I truly don't understand the hate about it.
  89. Jay466
    Aug 6, 2020
    10
    Best PlayStation exclusive ever I know some people don’t like the game but u get what u get It’s not the story everybody wants but the story that need to be told
  90. Blasss7u7
    Aug 6, 2020
    0
    This is a game with a bad history, I want that give me a money!!!! It's a estafa!!!
  91. VladPool
    Aug 6, 2020
    10
    На первое прохождение потратил 35 часов, изучал каждый уголок, гальку, куст, дом и другие постройки на предмет чего-нибудь интересного и ... не зря, было очень интересно читать заметки, описания коллекционных карточек и вести записи в дневнике. На втором прохождении «Новой игры +» мне потребовалось 22 часа на пару достижений. А потом платина. Игра супер, как по мне, сюжет слабоват поНа первое прохождение потратил 35 часов, изучал каждый уголок, гальку, куст, дом и другие постройки на предмет чего-нибудь интересного и ... не зря, было очень интересно читать заметки, описания коллекционных карточек и вести записи в дневнике. На втором прохождении «Новой игры +» мне потребовалось 22 часа на пару достижений. А потом платина. Игра супер, как по мне, сюжет слабоват по сравнению с первой частью, но в остальном просто на высоте: графика, персонажи, химия между посохами, диалоги между ними, искусственный интеллект NPC 10/10, физика объекты тоже в лучшем виде. Жалко, что мнения об этой игре разделились на плохие и хорошие. От игры я получил те эмоции, которые ожидал получить, разработчики постарались, жду продолжения или дополнения, и оно точно будет, остается только подождать. Один из лучших эксклюзивов для PS4, если не лучший. Как-нибудь обязательно поиграю от одних и тех же ребят в серию игр Uncharted.

    Spent 35 hours on the first playthrough, I studied every corner, pebble, bush, house and other buildings for something interesting and ... not in vain, it was very interesting to read notes, descriptions of collectible cards and keep records in a diary. On the second playthrough of "New Game +" it took me 22 hours for a couple of achievements. And then platinum    … Expand
  92. Zylonite
    Aug 6, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. People are too soft giving this game low rating because you know what....The game was excellent easily 10/10 for me....… Expand
  93. Bradychungus
    Aug 6, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It’s a really great game and a heartwarming and revenge story of Joel’s death.Ellie wants to take revenge to Abby but also forgive Joel while Abby hunts down Joel and kills him.Abby finds out where Ellie is hiding in Seattle but doesn’t kill her,she tells Ellie that the next time she sees her she will kill Ellie.At the ending,Ellie finds Abby and saves her from the rattlers.Ellie remembers Joel’s death and forced her to fight but doesn’t kill Abby due to the fact that killing someone won’t bring back Joel alive,so she has to forget about her past and move on.The haters who think the game is bad don’t understand the story ,th Er just say it’s bad because of the ending and Joel’s death… Expand
  94. BrimmStone
    Aug 6, 2020
    10
    Love the chances this game takes with its story. Its a honest look at what humans would do to avenge a loved one. And the tool it takes on the mind. I don't get the hate. Not everything is black and white. 10/10 and thank you to the men and woman who put their heart and time into this game.
  95. Trixxstrr
    Aug 6, 2020
    8
    I enjoyed it, challenged expectations, made me not like the way it was going but appreciated it by the end in the way it was done.
  96. lferrie
    Aug 6, 2020
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Graphics, game play and acting are amazing, I think the game suffers from an inconsistency between the promise and the pay off. I took the promise as revenge, but they attempt to substitute the payoff but don't stick the landing.

    I believe they attempted to make me want a forgiveness payoff by showing me the costs of revenge, but while I came to care about Abby, I never cared enough about her or her friends to compare to Ellie/Tommy's satisfaction of taking revenge. Take Mel, who I found pretty unlikable in “the other person” role to Abby (who is also “the other person” so there are no winners) and didn't have much of a personality. I felt bad when she died because she was pregnant, not because I liked her. I became more, not less, okay with it during Abby’s story, since I liked her less as I got to know her. I feel like the game wanted me to not want anyone to die but I only cared about Ellie’s friends, Lev and Yara.

    I feel like the forgiveness pay off didn’t stick since they didn’t tease it throughout the story. To me, it doesn’t fit Ellie’s character arc to let Abby go, even if they have players frustrated approval by making us sufficiently depressed by the end fight and presented Abby as having suffered enough. Particularly since the Joel flashback didn’t coach against revenge, just showed that Ellie was ready to forgive Joel. Forgiving Joel doesn’t necessarily impact Ellie and Abby’s story. If anything, it should piss Ellie’s character off more since she never got to rebuild with Joel and rarely forgives.

    I feel like they criminally underutilized Joel and gave him a poor death that made Abby irredeemable in the players eyes. I had nowhere to put how much I hated that Joel was dead, except to point that at Abby. That then makes it unsatisfying to end up caring about Abby since you know you don’t want to, particularly since not caring would make like 15 hours of gameplay boring and frustrating. I feel like they could’ve made it grey by having something like Joel saving Abby when she’s coming to kill him, and he gets bitten in the process. Abby then not wanting to kill Joel since he saved her. Then Abby or Ellie (for maximum depressive effect) kill Joel at his request. Then Tommy and Ellie get blinded by rage at Abby for creating the situation and have to process Joel's death and unintentional sacrifice through the story. At least that way there would be some decent reason that he was dead and that killing Abby would negate Joel’s sacrifice. It also wouldn't make the player want to hate Abby. Could even have them make up and work together in a climax against Wolves, Scars and Infected all fighting at once. That might’ve delivered players the forgiveness substitution and capitalized on it for an awesome final battle.

    In my opinion, the general story stumbles at the start, with Joel's death lacking meaning or build up, and I was unsatisfied to see that they didn’t build on it with flashbacks. The idea of Ellie’s revenge story is satisfying but they quickly get the threads tangled with Dina’s pregnancy, Jesse being back in the picture, trying to save Tommy, and hunting down the group that killed Joel. It seems like the first act pay off they finally settle for is “life is complicated and gets in the way”. Which is true, but it shouldn’t mean that they don’t satisfy story points. It’s also a lame climax.

    I get that the game is supposed to be a difficult story, but tLoU was difficult and satisfying. Likable, if tortured, characters had meaningful relationships and lived their stories in a way that was satisfying because it fit their character. Joel became the father we always wanted him to be as positive payoff, and had the hospital breakout as the consequence. Ellie grew to love and trust someone as positive payoff, and accepts Joel’s lie as the consequence. That’s classic “yes but..” storytelling.

    I think tLoU2 suffered with too many weak arcs. What was Jesse’s arc? Seems like he’s just in there to be a decent bloke and then die for dramatic effect. Tommy wants Abby dead, fails, so sends Ellie years later when revenge has cost him his health and marriage. That’s not much of an arc. Ellie was revenge driven, then moves past it, then can't move on, and then seemingly moves on for no reason other than player payoff. Abby grows to understand that Scars are people too (a fight we don’t really have a bone in) then gets tortured for Joel/revenge unrelated reasons.

    The game promised me that Abby would pay for Joel’s death. Then didn’t show character progression to realize that promise. Then attempted a payoff substitution without putting in the work with arcs. Just making sense to the player isn’t enough, actions that don't fit a character's arc are unsatisfying. It all seems to contradict the bold choice in tLoU, to be given the ending that the arcs take you to. Kinda feel like they missed why tLoU was so satisfying    … Expand
  97. DANIELAMARTINEZ
    Aug 6, 2020
    0
    Poorly written from the plot holes to the character development.
    False advertising to promote their game is just a red false flag. 0/10. WOULD NEVER pay again for a naughty dog game.
    ITS A ESTAFA!!!!! Mal escrito desde los agujeros de la trama hasta los desarrollo de los personajes. La publicidad engañosa para promocionar su juego es solo un robo. 0/10. NUNCA pagaría de nuevo por un    Poorly written from the plot holes to the character development.
    False advertising to promote their game is just a red false flag. 0/10. WOULD NEVER pay again for a naughty dog game.
    ITS A ESTAFA!!!!!

    Mal escrito desde los agujeros de la trama hasta los desarrollo de los personajes.
    La publicidad engañosa para promocionar su juego es solo un robo. 0/10. NUNCA pagaría de nuevo por un juego de naughty dog.
    ¡ES UN ESTAFA !!!!!    … Expand
  98. WuLuBu
    Aug 6, 2020
    5
    The graphics, sound, and voice acting are superb, however, the game falls flat in the story department. The story is bland at best and dreadful at worst. The gameplay is largely the same as the original, so it's fine, just not something incredible. I found it disappointing and not worth the 60 bucks. If you wanna try it, I'd recommend either getting it used or waiting a year for the priceThe graphics, sound, and voice acting are superb, however, the game falls flat in the story department. The story is bland at best and dreadful at worst. The gameplay is largely the same as the original, so it's fine, just not something incredible. I found it disappointing and not worth the 60 bucks. If you wanna try it, I'd recommend either getting it used or waiting a year for the price to drop. I'd say it's worth around 40 bucks. For that price or less, it's a fine enough game.… Expand
  99. mate11
    Aug 6, 2020
    9
    las mecanicas son geniales, la gran atencion al detalle, como juega con uno y sus emciones la capacidad de ser una historia de venganza y van apareciendo muchas emociones, una historia que arriesga mucho pero para mi funciono. El juego tiene muy pocos errores que yo puede ver por esos errores no es un 10
  100. SCORPION1993
    Aug 6, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The graphics and the gameplay are amazing
    But the story is like a basic story of revange we saw in to many movies and games
    They tried to show us the story of both sides (ellie's and abby's) but at least they could make joel fight a little bit . It's a **** way to die for legendary character lije joel.    … Expand
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  2. Mixed: 8 out of 121
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  1. GameMAG
    Sep 13, 2020
    90
    The Last of Us Part II is the high point of the PlayStation 4. The plot is controversial, but the game is the incredibly addictive adventure of Ellie, from which it is impossible to pull away from the opening and to the very end.
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  2. PLAY! Zine
    Sep 5, 2020
    93
    Not everyone is going to enjoy the motives of The Last of Us Part II. But if you try and manage to accept the subliminal and not so subtle messages as a fact that the world has gone awry and that people have the need to have somewhere or someone to belong to as their own way out, then... You will witness the boundaries of gaming expand. You will witness a true masterpiece.
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  3. Game World Navigator Magazine
    Sep 3, 2020
    75
    If you loved the original for its great characters and well-paced story – stay away from this game. However, if you’re aching to sink into the depths of depression, or just want to cut some throats and burn some zombies – Part II will deliver. [Issue#247, p.72]
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