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  1. Jul 23, 2020
    10
    This game is not about revenge and hatred to another person, its about hatred of yourself and your actions.
    Players' reactions were divided into 2 camps: who dont like it because they havent understood mesage from author and the main sense and who liked it from the bottom of their hearts. After Joels death, under the fake hatred for abby, there was hatred for herself, for her 2-year-old
    This game is not about revenge and hatred to another person, its about hatred of yourself and your actions.
    Players' reactions were divided into 2 camps: who dont like it because they havent understood mesage from author and the main sense and who liked it from the bottom of their hearts. After Joels death, under the fake hatred for abby, there was hatred for herself, for her 2-year-old attitude towards Joel and for her understatement towards Joel.
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  2. Jul 23, 2020
    1
    Very good graphics and visual style.
    Good gameplay, but very bad storyline and ending.
    Game more focused on sjw stuff then on storyline and character development.
  3. Jul 23, 2020
    10
    How could someone rate this game under 10?? This game is a total masterpiece
  4. Jul 23, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Lots of fuss for nothing..Who want female character? LBGT why?A terrible story, an endless flood of annoying scenes. Definitely don't waste money on something that just annoys you. And this will definitely annoy you. Expand
  5. Jul 23, 2020
    10
    By far the most immersive 3rd person game I've ever played. Beautiful top notch graphics ,animations and gamplay mechanics. This game truly sets the bar on what should be expected from AAA games. Saying this game is only a 5.5 is ABSURD!!
  6. Jul 23, 2020
    10
    Something that hasn't been here before, so special. The negative reviews come from people who didn't understand or didn't even want to get it.

    The story is just perfect. The character development is unbelievable. Everything happens for a reason. I don't care what others say, I love Abby. The most interesting character in a long time, period. I won't even rate the gameplay or
    Something that hasn't been here before, so special. The negative reviews come from people who didn't understand or didn't even want to get it.

    The story is just perfect. The character development is unbelievable. Everything happens for a reason. I don't care what others say, I love Abby. The most interesting character in a long time, period.

    I won't even rate the gameplay or graphics, therefore there is nothing to complain about and no other PS4 game does it better. There are tons of things I could praise, but in a nutshell, I am just trying to remember what was the last time a game made me feel how I felt after I finished The Last of Us Part II. Full of emotions, completely empty on the other hand. Ladies and gentleman from Naughty Dog, thank you for this masterpiece and hats off to you!
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  7. Jul 23, 2020
    10
    Очень понравилась! Игра года. Отличный сюжет.
  8. Jun 27, 2020
    1
    I loved the first one so purchased part II in digital version. But this part two, I cannot understand why the story is like this - really don't like the story as a player who loved the previous one. Like others, it broke my heart and felt bad while playing the game especially the later part of the game. It should have had better story.
  9. Jul 23, 2020
    1
    It is not the story itself that makes people dislike this game. It is how the story is told and how the writers and designers lead you through it that makes people feel sick. It is not about difference and not about doing the unexpected. It is about the condescending attitude you can easily feel from the writers.
    1 point for the hard work of the rest of team. It is obvious that their work
    It is not the story itself that makes people dislike this game. It is how the story is told and how the writers and designers lead you through it that makes people feel sick. It is not about difference and not about doing the unexpected. It is about the condescending attitude you can easily feel from the writers.
    1 point for the hard work of the rest of team. It is obvious that their work and talents should be honored.
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  10. Jul 23, 2020
    1
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Плохая игра мне не нравится я не одобряю не покупайте слава путину хай гидра Expand
  11. Jun 19, 2020
    10
    An amazing game, with emotions punching me left and right. Surprises I never expected. God-tier animations, arguably next-gen. Much improved gameplay over the first one. Did not expect Naughty Dog to have a game on par and exceeded the first Last of Us.
  12. Jul 22, 2020
    0
    I played the first game about a year after it came out, and have replayed it almost annually since then. Joel and Ellie may as well have been family. So it hurts to say this, but this game is truly awful. The game gave up on a good story and instead tried to force its agendas down my throat. (I support the LGBT community fully anyway.) The game just lost sight of what made the original soI played the first game about a year after it came out, and have replayed it almost annually since then. Joel and Ellie may as well have been family. So it hurts to say this, but this game is truly awful. The game gave up on a good story and instead tried to force its agendas down my throat. (I support the LGBT community fully anyway.) The game just lost sight of what made the original so special and basically wrote its own suicide letter. Don’t buy the game. Play the first, and let your memory remain pleasant. Because this story will ruin everything you loved about its predecessor, then come back to take a dump on what’s left of it. Expand
  13. Jun 19, 2020
    0
    I was looking forward to the The Last of Us 2, however I was left bitterly dissapointed with the direction the game took especially after the enjoyment i got out of playing the first one.
  14. Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Great game in all its aspects. In my opinion, the story is good, and its something i've never seen before, leaving me emotionally devastated tbh. The only reason im not giving it a 10/10 is because of some pacing problems in certain points of the story. No, its not as good as the first one, but its an excellent game.
  15. Jul 22, 2020
    10
    Лучшая игра________________________________________________________________
  16. Jul 22, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Very bad game the story is soo bad I can’t believe they killed Joel that way damn Expand
  17. Jul 22, 2020
    0
    honestly the graphics are the best the playstation has ever seen the sound the visual effects spot on but the story is what matter the most in naughty dog games but this time the story is a pointless revenge plot with unlikable characters and this game also features a character which could be nominated for the worst character of the year the game tries to make you sympathize with thishonestly the graphics are the best the playstation has ever seen the sound the visual effects spot on but the story is what matter the most in naughty dog games but this time the story is a pointless revenge plot with unlikable characters and this game also features a character which could be nominated for the worst character of the year the game tries to make you sympathize with this character by painting her as good person with good morals and even this characters friends are also painted as some saints but just one scene of from game makes you hate these character in conclusion

    the game has awful plot holes
    unlikable characters who you will not care for
    quite a confusing accessibility menu
    amazing graphics
    an political agenda
    i would not recommend it
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  18. Jul 22, 2020
    8
    기대하던 해피엔딩의 스토리는 아니였다. 전투방식도 전작과 크게 달라진 점은 없었지만 평생 잊지 못할 게임이 아닐까 싶다
  19. Jul 22, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Quien diablos pudo pensar que arruinar a personajes al principio del juego sería buena idea?!! Expand
  20. Jul 22, 2020
    10
    greateset game ever made. Story, character development, gameplay What a ride
  21. Jul 22, 2020
    8
    Вот я и закончил прохождение очередной игры от Naughty Dog. Эмоции ,конечно, эта игра оставила. Да, в прочем любая игра от Naughty Dog оставляет свой след в игровой индустрии. The Last of Us Part II не стала исключением.
    Понравилась ли мне игра и считаю ли я её лучше предыдущей части ? Вообщем, игра мне понравилась, но лучше первой части я её не считаю. Повествование второй части в корне
    Вот я и закончил прохождение очередной игры от Naughty Dog. Эмоции ,конечно, эта игра оставила. Да, в прочем любая игра от Naughty Dog оставляет свой след в игровой индустрии. The Last of Us Part II не стала исключением.
    Понравилась ли мне игра и считаю ли я её лучше предыдущей части ? Вообщем, игра мне понравилась, но лучше первой части я её не считаю. Повествование второй части в корне отличается от первой, поэтому тут тяжело сравнивать.
    Обязательна ли The Last of Us Part II к прохождению ? Конечно, тут нет сомнений. Даже, если эта игра вас разочарует, её всё-равно лучше пройти до конца , и самому сделать выводы. Хорошая ли эта игра или не очень. Если раньше многие игры от Naughty Dog люди проходили на Youtube, то с The Last of Us Part II так не работает. Эта игра создана, чтобы её проходили, а не смотрели на Youtube !
    Что мне понравилось или не понравилось в игре ? Начнём с хорошего, мне понравилась геймплейная часть игры, также мне понравилось проработка сюжета. Пусть он и на любителя, но всё-таки многие игры уступают в своем повествование, нежели The Last of Us Part II . Так, что в ближайшие пару лет у этой игры будет мало конкурентов ! Так же очень важно, что игру надо проходить не спеша, исследовать каждый уголок и тогда она тебя больше затягивает. Локации стали намного больше и это не может порадовать. Общее прохождение игры заняло у меня около 40 часов !
    Что мне не понравилось, так это толерантность в игре. Да, многие говорят,что игра не об этом, а о мести, взаимоотношениях главных персонажей и о прощении. Так оно и есть, почти:) Если бы Элли сделали асексуальной или просто не разглашали её ориентацию и Эбби сделали не такой накаченной, то на сюжет это бы не так сильно повлияло, так мне кажется. Хоть нам и объясняется, почему Эбби стала такой, по мне если бы её заменили на накаченного мужика, то мало что изменилось) Геймплей с одной стороны хорош, но с другой в нём нет серьезных инноваций. Хотелось бы в следующей части увидеть больше нового, не только графическую чать игры:) Единственный персонаж к которому я не привязался, так это Дина. У меня к ней не было абсолютно никаких эмоций. Не знаю почему, но вот сложилось.
    Есть ли у меня желание вновь перепроходить игру ? Да, думаю еще пару раз я её перепройду:)
    Считаю ли я, что концовка была сплошным разочарованием ? Нет, концовка была безупречной. Именно она и раскрывает всю игру.
    Будет ли третья часть The Last of Us ? Тут ответ не однозначен, Naughty Dog сами решат. Может нам дают повод пофантазировать ? Элли может вернутся в Джексон и начать жизнь с чистого листа или просто стать изгоем ? А может повествование затронет Эбби, как она наконец-то добралась до Цикад и они начали строить новый мир ? Как говорится, время покажет ;)
    The Last of Us Part II хорошая игра, но хочется чтобы следующая игра от Naughty Dog была еще лучше ! Моя оценка игре 8/10.
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  22. Jul 22, 2020
    0
    Техническое исполнение выше всяких похвал.
    Сюжет отвратителен. Он просто глупый.
    Поступки героев лишены логики.
    Пропаганда нетрадиционных ценностей зашкаливает
  23. Jul 22, 2020
    0
    Great story and characters. Best game of the decade. Any plotholes can be filled by DLC (Which I hope they do.) Well worth the price of admission - thank you Naughty Dog and team for taking me for this ride.
  24. Jul 22, 2020
    0
    Не смейте ставить 0 другим играм , фаны своего дерьма, иначе вашу любимую игру до 0 снизим
  25. Jul 22, 2020
    10
    It's been 2 weeks since I finished the game and I still carry the feels. What a ride.
  26. Jul 22, 2020
    10
    Juegazo la historia le faltó un poco pero lo demás las cosas técnicas están perfectas juegazo
  27. Jul 22, 2020
    0
    gráfico bom gameplay boa tudo para ser um ótimo jogo ( Historia péssima, pior historia que já joguei )

    queria não ter jogado
  28. Jul 22, 2020
    3
    This game is bad now before I start I’d like to say I have no problem with lbgtq in the game because apparently when I have criticisms I’m an incel or a “basement dwelling virgin” now for the actual review first the gameplay because that’s what matters in a game right welp not to naughty dog because it’s almost exactly the same as the first if you were to ask someone that gave this game aThis game is bad now before I start I’d like to say I have no problem with lbgtq in the game because apparently when I have criticisms I’m an incel or a “basement dwelling virgin” now for the actual review first the gameplay because that’s what matters in a game right welp not to naughty dog because it’s almost exactly the same as the first if you were to ask someone that gave this game a 10 what the biggest change to the gameplay was they would probably say going prone or jumping that’s not a good thing when it takes 7 years to make a game I expect the actual gameplay to be completely revamped not copy and pasted the ai felt even worse than the first especially friendlies which felt completely broken which leads me to saying how many bugs I found in this game my game crashed more times than I could count and random things that I couldn’t even comprehend were happening it really doesn’t show for 7 years worth of development time now it’s time to discuss the elephant in the room which is the story it’s even worse than I thought it would be I was told that with context the game would all make sense well the context makes it even worse I’m not going to get into spoilers but I have to warn that the characters in this game are all written horribly I couldn’t feel for any of the characters it’s like I wanted all of them to die and when main characters that are important to the story die they are just completely forgotten and never mentioned again and the characters you actually play as feel like they have plot armor they keep getting saved again and again and I’m sick of it and by the end I was just thinking “well what was the point of this whole thing” overall I say please don’t buy it and save for a game with more effort 3/10 if your extremely nice you’ll give it a 4 Expand
  29. Jul 22, 2020
    10
    Don't care what you say....greateset game ever made. Story, character development, gameplay, graphics....everything. This game made me feel every emotion - Anger, joy, sadness, empathy....like a good piece of entertainment should. Well done Naughty Dog, you have outdone yourselves.
  30. Jul 22, 2020
    10
    the best game of all times, the graphic, the moves, the history are 10 points
  31. Jul 22, 2020
    10
    This game is a fricking masterpiece, it has so bad reviews because people bombed this site with bad rewiews on first day when they didnt even play the game
  32. Jul 22, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I loved it I know a lot of people didn’t because of the ending with Abby getting spared but all I wanted was to at least lay a hand on her not kill her the game was amazing I loved the gameplay the story weapons and new crafting all of it was a blast and I really loved. Expand
  33. Jul 22, 2020
    9
    spoilers ahead:
    The last of us part 2 is a struggle. a struggle to learn, to understand and go through but i dont meant this in a bad way, the last of us 2, presents us the same world with mostly the same gameplay in a story moral grays.
    first lets adress the presentation: this game is 90% in one city, seattle, nevertheless this is not a limiying factor for the devs, there is a lot in
    spoilers ahead:
    The last of us part 2 is a struggle. a struggle to learn, to understand and go through but i dont meant this in a bad way, the last of us 2, presents us the same world with mostly the same gameplay in a story moral grays.
    first lets adress the presentation: this game is 90% in one city, seattle, nevertheless this is not a limiying factor for the devs, there is a lot in this game, from beatiful eyecatching to oh pease i want to go out of here, in production values the acting the animations the flow of everithing that is in screen its outstanding a 10/10 with out a doubt
    Now gameplay: if ypu like the gameplay in TLOU part one you will like this one, it's mostly the same with some variants and new weapons and options, the exploration for resourses and upgrades it's untouched . new enemies as well that you will need to lean how to dealt with an 8/10
    the story the most cotrovertial parto of all the game, i like it, but its not for everyone, you need to throw your expectations of what you want to see, and go to live what it is. The themes of moral grays and bad desitions are one of the main focuses, the mirror that is abby to Ellie and viceversa. how hate, anger, vengaence just leads to nothing and destruction. how someone can throw love, stability, family and everything they have in live just for anger. It leaves you thinking what was the point of all. and thats a bitter sweet conclution to a bitter sweet wolrd, my only problem besides some chessy dialogle its that at some points the pasing of the story feel aticlimactic, that i would have been presented the same events but in a differet order. but besides that its a compeling stoty with struggling chracters that you will learn to love, hate, cringe and lots of things. 9/10
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  34. Jul 22, 2020
    10
    A very moving game. The differing point of view was challenging at first... But it should be. These characters aren't inherently good. They aren't inherently evil. They are in a brutal world, and make the best choices they can (complete with their flawed humanity). That all said, I was willing Ellie to make better choices (and I do wish the game could allow me to), and I was willing theA very moving game. The differing point of view was challenging at first... But it should be. These characters aren't inherently good. They aren't inherently evil. They are in a brutal world, and make the best choices they can (complete with their flawed humanity). That all said, I was willing Ellie to make better choices (and I do wish the game could allow me to), and I was willing the alternative character to do so as well. But I came to understand where they were coming from, and it moved me. And isn't that the point of good art? Expand
  35. Jul 21, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Story/plot garbage at the end you didn’t accomplish anything you played half of the game with a character that they made you hate basically if they had the story of that character at beginning it might have worked out but once I got to play the story of that character I just didn’t care it is a mess of story Expand
  36. Jul 22, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. An absolutely beautiful, sad, thought provoking and riveting game.

    It’s daring, unafraid of eschewing a safe narrative that would’ve cashed in on the emotional heft of the first game. The game made me consider that the idea of good/bad, right/wrong is often simply a product of perspective. It also looked at revenge and its ultimate futility and inability to fulfill or set right. The game is also about mercy, small or as large as they may be.

    I loved the new characters introduced, and enjoyed that the new playable character Abby had a different set of skills and strengths than Ellie. Playing Ellie as a ninja, relying on stealth to then play as Abby and not be afraid to get into a heads up fight was really interesting.

    Overall, the gameplay felt so good, and almost like what I would’ve wanted out of a more focused and story driven MGS5. I also liked the flirtation with some open world elements and could’ve even went for more of it, but this is a Naughtydog story based affair, so the linearity made sense.

    This game just worked for me on every level, and exceeded my expectations. I’m very glad I avoided the leaks and went in only peripherally aware that a controversy existed.

    The pacing at times felt slightly off, probably my biggest gripe. And some moments were downright painful or punishing but to me the game’s ability to make me go to those places was satisfying to me. It may not be for everyone, but it was definitely for me.
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  37. Jul 22, 2020
    6
    I find it hard to dislike this game even though it has its flaws like pacing and less than impressive story i enjoyed a lot of segments like the saraphite island and Seattle open world and the museum
  38. Jyo
    Jul 22, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is the good game........ I can say sow much about this game. This is the perfect continuation, I have no words Expand
  39. Jul 22, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. My first time through this game, I was definitely outraged how the story played out. I was more irritated by playing Abby. Gameplay and environment was beautiful and compelling. After the finishing the game, I had an epiphany about the whole story and my experience about it: I went about it in such a close-mined way, that I had to replay it again. From my first play through, I already knew that there were many layers in the story that are so reflective and relatable. This chaotic world demonstrates the usual elements of hate, love, acceptance, revenge, and forgiveness. What they did with all of this was special. Sure, this is a post-apocalyptic world, but to a certain point we should expect people, especially loved-ones to die-be it by a reasonable or nonsensical chain of events. Its life...and I believe they tried to make this as realistic as possible. So RARELY do we in real life truly accept and practice "walk in their shoes." Wether we liked it or not, we also ventured into this world in Abby's footsteps (as excruciating as it was because of what she did). I felt so deeply conflicted as both Ellie's and Abby's worlds collided, because I came to understand their actions. Not only that, the music and incorporation of Joel's and Ellie's bond over the guitar added such a haunting, riveting, and beautiful touch, and what that came to symbolize throughout the story-it was impactful! Also, anyone else think the controller's directional pad was cleverly used in this game for the guitar?? Through such a dark world and truly understanding the characters, who is REALLY at fault? Joel, Ellie, or Abby? Its quite interesting that Joel's love for Ellie created such a dark domino effect. How often is love misinterpreted that later makes us reflect, understand, forgive, and accept love's true intentions before it is too late or have lasting consequences. I believe we saw all of this as everything that I mentioned was simply just a generalization of what this game has to offer. This is a game that deserves your attention...what a story to say the least. Expand
  40. Jul 22, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The game was poorly written, it doesn't make sense, especially Joel's death scene. It just wasn't fun to play. I tried to get through it a second time because I believe to really appreciate something you should do it twice, but I couldn't. I got so bored that I quit my second play through during Ellie's second day in Seattle. It lacks everything that makes the first game so memorable and fun. It just feels hollow, like there's no heart in the game. Expand
  41. Jul 22, 2020
    0
    I hate this game, the graphics in the game are quite nice, the movement of the characters is quite smooth (one of the smoothest moving games I've ever played), gameplay like part 1 has nothing improved, it's very boring. gameplay, plot making players extremely uncomfortable. It should not be like this.
  42. Jul 22, 2020
    10
    A PlayStation must play. Can’t get any better than this. When you finish the game, you started to doubt your own judgments
  43. Jul 9, 2020
    10
    남들은 망겜이다 뭐라들 하지만 나는 이렇게 기술적으로 완성도 높고 경이로운 수준의 연출로 재밌게 플레이한 게임이 없었음. 스토리도 아쉬운 부분이 없진 않지만 수긍할 수 있는 수준이고 참신한 시도도 좋았음. 그리고 나름 이 겜임이 평화와 반전의 메세지도 담고 있어서 좋았음!
  44. Jul 22, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Incredible! Was becoming a murderer. A little bit of humanity is good sometimes. It's good to know from both sides of the story. Expand
  45. Jul 22, 2020
    10
    MOST INSANE GAME EVER, I was in tears when I finished it.
    I hope everyone understand the message behind the game
  46. Jul 22, 2020
    4
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. While the game's accessibility is among the best out there, providing a gateway for those less skilled and a challenge to those looking for a thrill, as well as looking and sounding phenomenal in terms of graphics, sound design, music and voice acting, the story felt shallow and pointless the whole way through, the gameplay loop can become repetitive, and with an unlikable character you're forced to play as for half the game getting the win in the end, I never at any point felt satisfied with how the story played out. I nearly cried at some scenes, genuinely smiled at others, but after leaving, I left with no real impact from the game's messages and tone, mostly since it seems like a game that came out ten years too late with its "revenge and violence are never the answer" themes. If you wanted me to feel bad for killing the people trying to kill me, the right decision is to let me understand them through the eyes of the person they've hurt most, Ellie, and let me decide their fates.

    What we have instead is a game that, at every turn, tells you that people must die to progress the story, then shifts focus in a shallow attempt at making you feel guilty for playing the game. Niel Druckman mentioned that this game wasn't meant to be fun. And truthfully, that is exactly true for this game, he hit the nail on the head. In that regard, he has my respect. But I am of the camp of people who firmly believe that players should have some input or incentive to play the game. If you do not make the game fun, people will stop playing. People will quit halfway through, and the story you've created would no longer matter, simply because there were more gripping stories out there, or more engaging games.

    If you wanted to create a movie, then create a movie. But it isn't one I would want to watch. I'm a more grown person now, one who can appreciate many things about a game. But if I cannot have any fun in the supposed magnum opus, the greatest masterpiece of all time, then maybe it doesn't deserve to be called a masterpiece after all. It's flawed in story, gameplay, and even emotion. Because at the end of the day, I left it feeling completely thoughtless. It felt like a mediocre fanfiction. I can appreciate the game for what it's done on a standpoint of presentation and accessibility. But nothing beyond that.

    In summary, The Last of Us 2 is a visual and auditory spectacle, but that's about all you're getting; spectacle. With how much blood is shed and guts are spilled, it's baffling how little this game shocked me with any plot beats or twists, or even in terms of its visual style. Truthfully, in a decade or so, this game's graphical achievements will be trumped by something else. And when that happens, it will fade into nothing but a memory for me.
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  47. Jul 22, 2020
    10
    changed my life forever. I feel bad for those who just don't get it. it's brilliant and beautiful, thank you.
  48. Jul 22, 2020
    0
    Story is really stupid am really desappointed, they could’ve done better than this
  49. Jul 22, 2020
    2
    rated the game 2 for the only 2 characters I care about. Horrible story, Druckmann and team KNEW people would hate their choices! They just hoped to sell a ton of copies first...
  50. Jul 22, 2020
    0
    The problem in this game is not in aggressive sjw or some story twists. In general, I agree with the main line and key events. But they are presented too plain, and you don't feel the impact, you are supposed to. Also, the game wants you to feel sorry for all the people you kill, but it doesn't give you a choice - so, you just feel angry at the game. You also feel it when the game makesThe problem in this game is not in aggressive sjw or some story twists. In general, I agree with the main line and key events. But they are presented too plain, and you don't feel the impact, you are supposed to. Also, the game wants you to feel sorry for all the people you kill, but it doesn't give you a choice - so, you just feel angry at the game. You also feel it when the game makes you kill dogs in all the disgusting details, just to show you that Ellie is BAD. God, I hate this game for so many things. Expand
  51. Jul 22, 2020
    10
    The story didn’t go how I expected, but I still thoroughly enjoyed it. The graphics are incredible and the gameplay doesn’t lose excitement throughout the 25+ hour campaign. A true masterpiece in my opinion.
  52. Jul 22, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I played this game at launch and might have rated it lower if I had done so when the credits rolled. This game is exquisite to play, the story content, and character development didn't go the way I wanted it to...but I was holding so fast to who the characters were before. This game impacted me more than the first. It broke my heart, but the more I think back on the game, the more I love it. Fingers crossed there's a third in the making. Expand
  53. Jul 22, 2020
    2
    I’ve never played a sequel to a game then made up a new head canon where said sequel never existed. Save your money and play something else.
  54. Jul 22, 2020
    4
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. All that chasing around only to not kill her....what a waste of time. Game dragged out far too long, for literally nothing. At least I got to see Joel one last time at the end. Expand
  55. Jul 22, 2020
    3
    I'm not judging based on graphics or gameplay, just the story. The story is everything to me in a game because if I'm not happy with the story I'm not having a good time. This game ruined all of the enjoyment I received from the first game. Last of us 2 somehow managed to ruin 2 games with this one due to horrible writing.
  56. Jul 22, 2020
    9
    The game is really good But is not superior to the last of us 1, the gameplay is awesome but the story is simple
  57. Jul 22, 2020
    9
    Excelente jugabilidad, imágen, sonido, cinematografía. Grandes efectos de ambiente como la luz, rotura de vidrios entre otros detalles notables
  58. Jul 22, 2020
    10
    Even though hated by many, The last of Us part II is a masterpiece. The story may be terrible for some, but even these people who criticize the story acknowledge that the gameplay and the graphics are completely amazing. The story is not bad, it's really different from what it was expected, but it's still impressive, it has great characters and a worthy finale.
  59. Jul 22, 2020
    10
    Great game, the best graphics and gameplay.
    Not Game of year, the PS4 game!!!!
  60. Jul 22, 2020
    5
    Agenda has ruined the beauty of this game
  61. Jul 22, 2020
    10
    The Last of Us Part II is a masterpiece and a truly important work of art that is well worth the 27 or so hours it will take you to complete it. So, it is very sad that this game got review-bombed to hell due to leaks that ranged from either totally false, misleading, and/or out of context. Many of these negative reviews were put up within hours of the game being released when it shouldThe Last of Us Part II is a masterpiece and a truly important work of art that is well worth the 27 or so hours it will take you to complete it. So, it is very sad that this game got review-bombed to hell due to leaks that ranged from either totally false, misleading, and/or out of context. Many of these negative reviews were put up within hours of the game being released when it should have taken well over a day (without food or pee breaks) to even complete the game, let alone contemplate it enough to write a review. However, if you are still considering playing this game, don't let the negative user reviews mislead you. Understand that TLOU 2 is a dark and mature piece of fiction, but give it a chance. I'm not joking when I say I think this game is a masterpiece.

    The gameplay doesn't change up a whole lot from what already worked in the original game, but it still adds some welcome new mechanics that give the player more freedom and choices. In addition, Naughty Dog has included a plethora of accessibility options so that pretty much anyone can enjoy the game. They've also put a technical marvel on display here! From the graphical fidelity, the motion capture, the incredible animation and acting, the riveting musical score, those hilariously realistic rope physics, and the terrific sound mixing, TLOU 2 does it all better than any previous Naughty Dog game. Actually, it does that all better than any game I've ever played! Not to mention it does it all at a very stable 30fps at 1080p or 1440p depending on your console.

    The sense of atmosphere is also an incredible feat. In fact, there are many moments where the sense of dread and anxiety might be overwhelming for those not accustomed to such intense games. TLOU 2 mostly takes place in a harsh cordycep-infested Seattle, where most of the residents have only survived as long as they have by being ruthless and cruel, and for you to survive, this game will require you to be the same. These residents of Seattle have divided into factions and appear to be locked in an endless cycle of violence with one another. While not everyone within is ruthless and cruel, the ones that are often have more than enough determination and resources to do as they please, regardless of the consequences.

    The pacing and editing here is also master-class and unique. There are a number of flashback sequences this game has to juggle, and each sequence involves different perspectives, characters, and years. Yet, each flashback arrives at the perfect moment in the story and avoids the pitfall of becoming messy and confusing. With each flashback, a new layer of the story will peel back and earlier story beats may now make more sense or have new depth added to them.

    With all that said, let's talk about the story, the source of all the vitriol and controversy. In my opinion, the story here is vastly superior to the already excellent story of the original TLOU. It has more emotional impact, the characters have more depth, and the stakes are much higher and more personal. TLOU 2 is presented as a revenge story and while revenge is important since it is the fuel that drives our characters (to some seriously dark and disturbing places, I might add), it is reductive to claim the story is nothing more than: "Revenge Bad". TLOU 2 actually tackles many complicated themes such as love, grief, forgiveness, tribalism, individuality, humanity, and obsession. As I said earlier, the story is also edited in a very unique and interesting way that I believe only a video game could succeed at. Suffice it to say, the story will have you actively engaged and you will find yourself pushing forward, eager to learn more.

    Well, for most of you anyways, and that's the true tragedy of all this. This game is releasing in one of the most divisive and toxic times in recent history. TLOU 2 includes powerful female leads and LGBTQ+ characters in its story and for some bigots that proved unacceptable. The most generous and forgiving explanation I have to explain the rest of the backlash is that the story simply wasn't what some people wanted. However, to say this game has a "bad story" is simply wrong. Objectively, the story of TLOU 2 is quite brilliant! Naughty Dog took much bigger risks here and they clearly had their minds made up on what kind of story they wanted to tell, and in my opinion they delivered. Yes, the story broke my heart at times and made me cry, but it also made me smile and laugh and instilled a sense of hope. I honestly couldn't tell you the last time a game affected me so! Sure, the story is dark and intense and that won't be to everyone's liking, and it may not be to yours, but after finishing it, you cannot say it was told poorly. I loved The Last of Us and I loved its sequel. If you played the first game and loved it, as long as you approach the sequel with an open mind, I'm sure you'll love it too.
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  62. Jul 22, 2020
    4
    Is it still fun killing zombies? Yes. Is it as good as the original? Not even close. I wanted to like this game so badly after how much I enjoyed the original. Even after hearing about al the controversy, I was hoping for the best. But The Last of Us Part II went for something ambitious and utterly failed. It's not just that the story is lacking, it severely damages everything else aboutIs it still fun killing zombies? Yes. Is it as good as the original? Not even close. I wanted to like this game so badly after how much I enjoyed the original. Even after hearing about al the controversy, I was hoping for the best. But The Last of Us Part II went for something ambitious and utterly failed. It's not just that the story is lacking, it severely damages everything else about the game. There will be parts where you don't even want to play, do to the story (and not in any kind of good way). The low scores are not just part of some trolling campaign, I wanted to love this game as did many other fans, but I left profoundly disappointed. Expand
  63. Jul 20, 2020
    4
    Good grapics horrible story and pacing. Boeing gameplay after a hour repetitive from first game get woke i guess to new systems
  64. Jul 22, 2020
    6
    I do not agree by any means with the review bombing from user reviews giving it 0/10 or major publishers that this game deserves anywhere close to 9 or 10/10. This is not a perfect or near perfect at all. Yes the graphics are beautiful, and yes the combat can be engaging and fun. The main issues are in the story department and being a fan waiting for 7 years to see how the story has takenI do not agree by any means with the review bombing from user reviews giving it 0/10 or major publishers that this game deserves anywhere close to 9 or 10/10. This is not a perfect or near perfect at all. Yes the graphics are beautiful, and yes the combat can be engaging and fun. The main issues are in the story department and being a fan waiting for 7 years to see how the story has taken a complete opposite turn. I would never tell anyone to skip this game it’s still amazing it’s worth a play through but not at a $60 price point with no multiplayer. I would jump in this world for $30 and you would have a good time in it. Expand
  65. Jul 22, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is fantastic I love it its the best game of Naught Dog if you dont play buy and play Expand
  66. Jul 22, 2020
    6
    La verdad es que el juego al principio prometió muchísimo, excelente gameplay unos gráficos de 10 puntos y ellie y Joel al inicio. El juego desde la primera mitad me encantó los mapas gráficos personajes medianamente buenos pero aceptables, aún así siento que la 1era mitad fue gloriosa en serio.
    Lastimosamente vino la 2 mitad que en lo personal la considere no solo forzada también la
    La verdad es que el juego al principio prometió muchísimo, excelente gameplay unos gráficos de 10 puntos y ellie y Joel al inicio. El juego desde la primera mitad me encantó los mapas gráficos personajes medianamente buenos pero aceptables, aún así siento que la 1era mitad fue gloriosa en serio.
    Lastimosamente vino la 2 mitad que en lo personal la considere no solo forzada también la considere mucho relleno por parte de naugthy dog sin hablar de que cierto personaje no logro enamorarme del todo nunca sentí empatía por ese personaje ni siquiera en el tramo final así que bueno, en conclusión muy buen juego de verdad lastima que la escritura de ciertos personajes sean tan lamentables (son unos pocos pero son "importantes") no considero que el juego sea de calificación 3 pero tampoco considero que sea de 10 como dicen algunos "expertos" considero que es regular pudo estar mucho mejor.

    PD: Tampoco considero que sea juego del año, ni cerca la verdad.
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  67. Jul 22, 2020
    10
    Just a piece of art!
    Bad reviews are from youtube players, people witch didn't even played.
    Don't listen anyone just play.
  68. Jul 22, 2020
    10
    good game the first part 7 times and the second 3 I do not understand the score of 0
  69. Jul 22, 2020
    8
    For me, This sequel doesn't reach the heights of the original game. The graphics and gameplay are outstanding, yet the plot in some parts just falls short, especially where a major character's storyline is not done any justice. Still a great game and a must-play.
  70. Jul 22, 2020
    0
    Very bad, unreasonable plot and logic, which is very uncomfortable. If the theme is forgiveness, then don’t hurt the player’s emotions and force the player to make a choice of forgiveness (there is no choice). This is called moral kidnapping.
  71. Jul 22, 2020
    10
    Masterpiece. Of course graphics are unbelievable, better than 99,9% of games on PC, the gameplay is so enjoyable, I would very much love a secondary mode to fight against IA without story, just to play with this nice gameplay (I hope the multiplayer mode soon). And of course the story is so well built.
    Good job Naughty Dog ! (See you next Uncharted ?)
  72. Jul 21, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The creators were successful in making a beuatiful looking game in the visual department but never really hits home with the story. The continuous cycle of revenge seeking between the main characters is not an original ideal but was still ok in its own right. The relationship between Ellie and Dina had promise but the devs seemed to rush things at the end making Dina seem kinda whiney and selfish. The killing off of Joel so early in the game did rub me the wrong way and then having to play as his murderer Abby for half the game was added fuel to the fire. I understand it was to avenge her dad but her pops was going to dissect a little girls brain and then have Joel murdered as soon as they got to mercy hospital makes me feel like he had it coming. Abby did have some bright spots in her play through but most of the time it was her confiming how I really felt that she was a cold hearted turd and didnt have much else going for her. The fighting was sharper but still basically the same as part 1. To be honest my favorite scenes involved Ellie and Joel whether it was present time or flashback sequences and after beating the game I went back and played part 1 again to realise how many little things I missed. One thing in particular was a scene with Ellie telling Sam how she was afraid of being all alone one day right before he turned into a runner then coming full circle with that fear at the end of part 2. Also the rattlers were just thrown in there as bullet fodder with out having a stand alone boss fight or baddy to take down like David in part 1. All in all part 1 gave me great memories with awesome character development and then part 2 stole it all away. Expand
  73. Jul 22, 2020
    6
    There is a lot of good to be found in this game, but there is also a good amount of bad. Gameplay is tense and gripping, presentation is astounding, and it has plenty of incredible moments and setpieces. Even at it's worst, the directing and acting will still move you. It is mostly in the second half of the story, however, that the writing becomes very messy. Too many characters areThere is a lot of good to be found in this game, but there is also a good amount of bad. Gameplay is tense and gripping, presentation is astounding, and it has plenty of incredible moments and setpieces. Even at it's worst, the directing and acting will still move you. It is mostly in the second half of the story, however, that the writing becomes very messy. Too many characters are uninteresting and too much of the plot relies on an overabundance of bad decision making. I admire much of what the game tried to accomplish, however I think that it's writing is what holds it back from being truly good. Expand
  74. Jul 22, 2020
    10
    I think this game was a great sequel for what the writers are trying to achieve. You were able to play as a protagonist and antagonist in the story who were in the end both just trying to survive and both seeking revenge. The ending was great and led to an epic fight scene. I’m very Satisfied with how it ended and I’m hoping they release a third one.
  75. Jul 22, 2020
    9
    This is an amazing story told through the medium of gaming. The moral complexities and raw emotion of the game are unlike anything I have seen in the field before. It is absolutely worth playing.
  76. Jul 22, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Unfassbar cooles Spiel. Die Grafik ist gut und das Gameplay ebenfalls nur das Ende hat mich ein wenig gestört weil, Ellie eigentlich die Gelegenheit hatte Abby töten, aber ich kann auch ein wenig nachvollziehen warum Ellie es nicht getan hat. Wenn man mich fragen würde welches der beiden Spiele ich am besten finde (TLOU 1 UND TLOU 2) wäre meine Antwort klar das ich TLOU 1 besser finde aufgrund der Emotionalen Story von Ellie und Joel, aber auch TLOU 2 ist ein ziemlich gutes Spiel und ich finde das Geld was ich für dieses Spiel ausgegeben habe hat sich gelohnt. Expand
  77. Jul 22, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Эта игра лучшая игра этого года однозначно! Кто там говорил, что лгбт мешает - нет! Сюжет просто шикарен, концовка шокировала очень сильно, геймплей шикарный! Убийство Джоэла могли сделать концовкой, но нет. Саундтрек отличный! Всем рекомендую! Expand
  78. Jul 22, 2020
    10
    El mejor juego que he jugado jamas, pense que no podria hacerle sombra a la 1 parte pero si ha sido posible
  79. Jul 22, 2020
    9
    El juego es muy bueno,Me gusto la jugabilidad, pero la historia no tanto pero entebdi lo que quisieron hacer y entendi el final de ellie es bueno , se los recomiendo
  80. Jul 22, 2020
    10
    If you see a low score for this game they did not play the game. This is one of my top 3 games of all time and is amazing in every way possible. The game keeps you on the edge of your seat and the story is incredible with detail. I really hate that it gets alot of hate because of platform and other things that has nothing to do with those game. You have to play this game for yourself andIf you see a low score for this game they did not play the game. This is one of my top 3 games of all time and is amazing in every way possible. The game keeps you on the edge of your seat and the story is incredible with detail. I really hate that it gets alot of hate because of platform and other things that has nothing to do with those game. You have to play this game for yourself and not listen to anybody that is pushing a different agenda. Amazing game! Expand
  81. Jul 22, 2020
    5
    This game should be played it is a journey and you may feel different about it about the next person. It looks amazing and plays amazing but the story for me was really so-so and the blatant false advertising (reminiscent of when Xbox done the same with Halo 5) but when the box art is even misleading it cuts deep in the end because in a sense I feel dupped. Especially when I'm not gettingThis game should be played it is a journey and you may feel different about it about the next person. It looks amazing and plays amazing but the story for me was really so-so and the blatant false advertising (reminiscent of when Xbox done the same with Halo 5) but when the box art is even misleading it cuts deep in the end because in a sense I feel dupped. Especially when I'm not getting what I paid for or at the least expected from Naughty Dog and Sony. Expand
  82. Jul 22, 2020
    4
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A departure to the first game on so many levels.

    I'd start by saying from a technical standpoint the game is phenomenal and the gameplay is excellent, however TLoU is a game for its narrative and story charm and this one disappoints.

    The story do away with the main character and start going in so many narrative branches to the point where it becomes a mess and in the end it accomplishes nothing.

    If the first game displayed charm and hopefulness this one is all about depression, sadness and gloom.
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  83. Jul 22, 2020
    4
    False marketing making us thinks the protagonist of the first game would be more involved in the game. Gameplay copied from Uncharted series, the dodges they cut from U3 to make to the game, as well as using object from the enviroment. Also the use of rope and Ellie's journal. New uncharismatic characters and characters poorly developed to make them look bad. Lots of plot hole and clicheFalse marketing making us thinks the protagonist of the first game would be more involved in the game. Gameplay copied from Uncharted series, the dodges they cut from U3 to make to the game, as well as using object from the enviroment. Also the use of rope and Ellie's journal. New uncharismatic characters and characters poorly developed to make them look bad. Lots of plot hole and cliche revenge plot, we got way better revenge story than this. That game relies only on shock value and it's beautiful graphics. Expand
  84. Jul 22, 2020
    4
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Игра невероятно надоедает своими локациями, иногда нужно ходить по 10 МИНУТ(!) пока ты не дождешься подсказки. Пока играл заметил много багов, тестеры видимо багов не искали, а просто играли в игру. Стелс далеко вперед не ушел, но щелкуны стали намного умнее! Конечно, бывало что они зажимали меня к стенке, и я ничего не мог сделать. Механика клацанья кнопок ушла назад, теперь чтобы открыть что то, я должен зажимать треугольник, а не тыкать по нему.
    Графон меня очень сильно порадовал! Моя слимка справляется с игрой очень хорошо, и даже сильно не шумела(В фортнайте она у меня и то шумела сильнее). Я наделал очень много классных и красивых скринов!
    Теперь о сюжете. По поводу сюжета у меня язык не поворачивается сказать что то нормальное, это полный провал игры. Я не буду ничего говорить про фем-лгбт повестку, это уже все и так давно знают. Джоэла убили самым глупым способом, при том что Эбби знала только имя Джоэла и то что он живет в Джесконе. Но, самое главное, что Эбби НИКОГДА НЕ ВИДЕЛА ДЖОЭЛА! Концовка это вообще отдельный вид искусства, Элли кромсала всех направо и налево, в конце она может убить Эбби, но она её отпускает! И не нужно говорить что тут есть "сакральный смысл", Элли не знала всей истории от лица Эбби, она должна была прийти и убить её!
    Ну, я сказал все. Моя оценка игре 4/10 2 балла за графон, 1 за механику, 1 за сюжет.
    UPD: Про сюжет немножко обманул. В игре были хорошие моменты, но это только тогда, когда нам давали поиграть за маленькую Элли.
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  85. Jul 22, 2020
    10
    amazing, everyone should play because it's not just a game but a full experience in your life.
  86. Jul 22, 2020
    0
    I will be the first to say we need more gay, trans, and people of all colors in video games and in the gaming industry. This piece of **** game supports none of those communities. It is repetitive, boring and stale and includes minorities like some kind of checklist. It is a betrayal of the spirit of the last game and I wish I could erase it from my mind.
  87. Jul 22, 2020
    10
    If you are reading this ... I'll just give you some advice ... don't listen to negative reviews, they have silly and meaningless biases. Last of us 2 has so far been the best game I've ever gotten my hands on. The story has been developed in an exquisite way and it should be noted that the humanization of the characters has been one of the best works to date. You will experience mixedIf you are reading this ... I'll just give you some advice ... don't listen to negative reviews, they have silly and meaningless biases. Last of us 2 has so far been the best game I've ever gotten my hands on. The story has been developed in an exquisite way and it should be noted that the humanization of the characters has been one of the best works to date. You will experience mixed feelings about the fact that the game makes you stand in the shoes of the others. The graphics, the sound design, the attention to detail of all the environmental elements and the music make for me that "The Last of Us 2" is the game of the decade. (I recommend you experience the game without stupid prejudices and enjoy a masterpiece.) Expand
  88. Jul 22, 2020
    10
    Le voto 10 para subir la nota del juego, la verdad este es el juego mas sobre odiado (¿Existe esa palabra xd?) de la década, el gameplay es una mejora perfecta, la inteligencia artificial tiene una mejora considerable y hay un variado arsenal de armas tanto en Ellie para Abby, teniendo cada una un gameplay distinto y adición de nuevos enemigos (y un jefe que es super bacan). Los gráficosLe voto 10 para subir la nota del juego, la verdad este es el juego mas sobre odiado (¿Existe esa palabra xd?) de la década, el gameplay es una mejora perfecta, la inteligencia artificial tiene una mejora considerable y hay un variado arsenal de armas tanto en Ellie para Abby, teniendo cada una un gameplay distinto y adición de nuevos enemigos (y un jefe que es super bacan). Los gráficos hablan por si solos (Así que supongo que me ahorraré ese tema).

    LA HISTORIA... No digo que sea taaan mala, el destino de Joel si es objetivamente malo, pero TLoU no se caracteriza por tener el típico final predecible, el final es devastador y puede tener bastantes puntos de vistas subjetivos.

    Al final Druckman tuvo razón, hay gente que amará y odiará TLoU2
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  89. Jul 22, 2020
    10
    Excelente jogo super recomendo, jogo único
    Olhando o outro lado da história.
    Melhor jogo da geração sem duvidas
  90. Jul 22, 2020
    4
    Nothing new in the gameplay besides a jump. More of the the same please add new Gameplay mechanics in the next game.
  91. Jul 22, 2020
    0
    I played all game, Very very bad scenario, gameplay is awful, nothing new, no interesting stories or secrets, nothing, very disappointed
  92. Jul 22, 2020
    10
    I keep it simple with this review: This is probably the best game ever created.
  93. Jul 22, 2020
    2
    Mechanically brilliant. The story leaves such a sour taste that you forget about all the great gameplay.
  94. Jul 22, 2020
    3
    Solid gameplay and polished graphics and sound acting. However the story is abysmal and the constant plot holes will send you searching for the TLOU1 and its tremendous story layout. I did not care that the characters and the specifics of what happened to them. However the new characters that are added are lackluster and one dimensional. This situation forces the player to experience a newSolid gameplay and polished graphics and sound acting. However the story is abysmal and the constant plot holes will send you searching for the TLOU1 and its tremendous story layout. I did not care that the characters and the specifics of what happened to them. However the new characters that are added are lackluster and one dimensional. This situation forces the player to experience a new game, a game that makes its best effort to be a new identity. I didn't buy this game for a new game, I thought i was purchasing sequel... This isn't it. Do not buy if you want a sequel, If you want a game which forces social agendas on you then this is your game. Expand
  95. Jul 1, 2020
    10
    I think its a masterpiece. Of course Not everyone Loved the Story. But its a masterpiece at all!
  96. Jul 22, 2020
    10
    I enjoyed every moment of this amazing game. I loved the gameplay and the story.
  97. Jul 22, 2020
    9
    The story of the game is not perfect, but it is not a **** in the other sections, such as the gameplay, graphics, etc, the game is very good
  98. Jul 22, 2020
    7
    Technically impressive and beautiful game in terms of appearance and a story may be the smartest game stories, but I do not think that story that I have been waiting for years and the observed frequency in the game environments may be one of the most prominent negative aspects of the game and some may notice some types of propaganda that were It is better to avoid them in this game
  99. Jul 22, 2020
    10
    Great Work, Naughty Dog! That's just a Masterpiece! Can't wait for TLOF3! Thank you.
  100. Jul 22, 2020
    0
    You may delete my review, but will never break my will. This game right here is absolute dumpster fire and you lost your privileges on knowing the reason. Clap-clap. Weak.
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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]