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  1. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Amazing game in all its aspects - responsive and very fluid gameplay evolved from the first game, fresh story that's not only about survival or violence or revenge but also a tale of love, the path to extreme darkness and back to the light. It's about perspective on things - even the most righteous things that matter to you can be the very definition of `wrong` to another person. This game has torn me inside out - creative and unexpected writing just gets you emotional.

    Graphics are top-notch, nothing even compares to this by the level of detail, lighting, animation today. TLOU2 gives you one of the best NaughtyDog's set-pieces ever- skywalk episode, seraphites' island escape, Ratking fight at the hospital (so scary), and many more.

    Nuanced score by Gustavo Santaolalla, emotional covers of Pearl Jam and a-ha songs by Ashley Johnson and Troy Baker create the perfect atmosphere. Not to mention their Oscar-worthy performances - all their mutual scenes and chemistry gives me chills every time I watch them.

    Naughty Dog totally topped all previous games with TLOU2. Best PS exclusive of this generation, the game of the year 2020 so far.
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  2. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Having played The Last of Us to the end and now having played the sequel, I can say that The Last of Us 2 is an absolute masterpiece. I'm fully aware of the amount of people who would disagree tremendously so I'll try my best to explain why I believe it to be far superior to these negative remarks by so many. We are all supposed to love Joel. We are supposed to love Ellie. We are supposed to hate Abby. But as the story unfolds, we get early shocking moments. Joel's death left a bad taste in most peoples mouth. One that would ultimately determine the outcry of such hatred from so many beloved fans.
    What Naughty Dog and the team did here was utter brilliance. They told the story the way THEY wanted. Not the way most wanted. But telling your story, no matter the consequences, is something that so many other games, movies, etc. dont do. For fear of backlash like this. Imagine yourself in each person's shoes here. How would we react in this situation? What path would we take?
    Let me just say...I enjoy Joel's character. I enjoy Ellies character. I originally hated Abbys character. That all changed as I got closer to the end. Watching revenge unfold, passion evolve, relationships questioned, I began to see the story in a different light. It was the perfect way to write this vision. Ellie doesn't need Joel to protect her. She has developed into a strong lead more than capable of pursuing her path alone. Her vengeful mission is understandable. Just as Abbys path is equally understandable. All characters involved are filled with greed, selfishness and a sheer lack of consequence. By the end of this game, I learned to not only love and hate each character at times, but to also understand their drive. To understand that if this were a real life event, I too would probably make the same choices. I think what this team did was genius. They took a risk. They reached a point where it didnt matter if it lived up to the original. They had a story to tell and they were gonna tell it. It doesn't matter if it's what the fans ultimately wanted. Why must everyone be so entitled? Why must they cater to everyone? How boring would it be if every game, movie, book, etc. tried to cater to others visions?! As a storyteller, you reach a point when you say "screw it" and tell the story the way it was imagined regardless of the overall opinion. Sure...they might not make a third. But that's ok. With Joel's tragic death, Ellies lustful urge for revenge and Abbys battle to find her place while also seeking revenge, we are left with an ending that was not only tearful and heartbreaking...but also very beautiful. My hat is off to the team for taking this risk and giving us yet again, another brilliant rollercoaster of emotions as we lived through this world they created.
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  3. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    A masterpiece!
    10/10 Gameplay
    10/10 Storytelling
    10/10 Level Design

    Truly sorry for all of those who haven't played the game and base their reviews on leaks!
  4. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Delivered in every way. Excellent storytelling. Can’t wait to see where the franchise heads from here on.
  5. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    amazing game with a perfect balance between gameplay and storytelling, which are both near to perfection, Idk why everyone rate this game so badly
  6. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. For the last couple of days now I have been reading through hundreds and hundreds of mind numbing and brainless comments from people who couldn't see the point if it stabbed them.. The Last Of Us Part 2 has been getting absolutely torn apart by players saying anything from "it is horrible and lazy storytelling" to "Naughty Dog have completely destroyed the games franchise and betrayed fans.. Just because Joel dies?..

    Well at least, I've seen proof of dozens and dozens of people that got to that scene and stopped playing due to hysterical emotion only to start blindly slandering it in every way..

    Yes, it is quite a gut wrenching scene for a video game and I don't mean graphically, (although it's up there for that reason too)
    I mean because of the connection with Joel from the first game being so strong that it literally wrenches your stomach.. But for a lot of people who don't think that Joel dying outright ruined it, it's about the way he dies being so unmagnanimous in nature that it doesn't, or just can't make any sense to them..

    This is incredibly narrow minded, and if your argument is that he didn't deserve it, then you need to take a few marshmallows out from in front of your eyes and witness reality, he didn't deserve it, but things that aren't good happen..

    The voice of Joel himself, Troy Baker said something like this, and I'm paraphrasing quite freely but the point remains the same.. He said; People need to allow themselves to enjoy Joel and Ellie' stories and not the story they want..

    Which I think is perfect for summing up the exact opposite of how almost everyone has reacted to this game, just get upset at how it didn't go the way they think it should have and say its a piece of garbage regardless of anything else or the fact that it's brilliant.. "IMO"

    Okay so Joel gets his head bashed in with a golf club, and it's by this **** named Abby that, for a fairly long time playing, no one knows who is but it's clear she has some kind of problem with Joel, and that's the main reason for all the hate.. Clearly this gets explained as the game goes on, however..

    People are saying, mostly, that he shouldn't have been in such a stupid position as getting surrounded by strangers and then giving his name, which prompts Abby to blow his knee out with a shotgun before going to town..

    But at that point, it had been 25 years since the outbreak began and his daughter was killed, 4 years since "saving" Ellie, and two years since he had to tell Ellie the truth about other people with immunity being a lie and what had really happened that night at the hospital..

    That being said at the beginning of Part 2 Joel is very obviously a different man, he is weaker, because he is older, has been through so much and also due to the fact that he and Ellie had grown apart over Joel's decision 4 years ago, and she now resents him for what he did...

    On top of all that, it is perfectly understandable, and humanly acceptable that Joel and Tommy had grown a little careless or more trusting of strangers in need of help after living in Jackson comparatively comfortably to the previous 20 years of the outbreak...

    Meaning they simply let their guard down, especially forgivable seeing as they were in the middle of a worsening snow storm that would have killed them all, so they acted quickly and on what was now, weakened instinct..

    Playing as Abby is copping ridiculous hate as well, I think it's amazing storytelling the way it goes in and out of time periods and shows exactly what was happening with Abby at the time of Joel "saving" Ellie as well as the events of Seattle days 1-3, and it all reveals crucial information which, in case anybody didn't notice, is all explanation as to why this games story goes the way it does.. In conclusion, the game is not hindered by poor or lazy writing, that's why it has the professional critic score that it has, because it's amazingly good.. Retrospectively that is also why THEY are the critics and everyone else just posts their dumbass opinions on the internet without a shred of insight to them..

    What this game is hindered by, is a shockingly large lack of people able to make use of critical thinking and enjoy something for what it is rather than whinge because its not what they wanted.. Spoiled Little Gamer Syndrome.. Peace..
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  7. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Great game!!! Love the story and gameplay. The graphics are awesome too!!!!
  8. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Определенно не то, что вы ждете после первой части. Определенно не то, что я ждал после первой части.
    Удивительно выставлять 10 из 10 игре, в которой я так много негативных эмоций получил. Но, на самом деле, это оправданно.
    Тем, кто боится темы ЛГБТ: здесь она почти не затрагивается, а в те редкие моменты, когда затрагивается, все очень мило, что дает вам лучик света в мрачном мире
    Определенно не то, что вы ждете после первой части. Определенно не то, что я ждал после первой части.
    Удивительно выставлять 10 из 10 игре, в которой я так много негативных эмоций получил. Но, на самом деле, это оправданно.

    Тем, кто боится темы ЛГБТ: здесь она почти не затрагивается, а в те редкие моменты, когда затрагивается, все очень мило, что дает вам лучик света в мрачном мире игры.

    Геймплей хорош, Naughty Dog явно прыгнули выше своей головы, но, учтите, играть надо на двух последних уровнях сложности, чтоб ощутить все его прелести.

    Графическая составляющая как памятник ps4. Да, не без даунгрейда относительно геймплейных трейлеров с е3, но все еще потрясающе.

    Проработка мелочей, как графических, так и сюжетных, на высоком уровне.

    Актеры бесподобны, озвучка бесподобна (на языке оригинала естественно - sony russia, хватит кормить нас дерьмом).

    Сюжет. Краеугольный камень этой игры. Вам не понравится. Но в конце, если у вас есть голова и умение анализировать, если вы прочли хотя бы несколько серьезных произведений в своей жизни, вы смиритесь с ним и поймете его. Восприятие сравнимо с чтением Достоевского - сложно, со скрипом и с постоянным вопросом внутри головы "А должен ли я сопереживать персонажу?". Именно из за этого вам не понравится, ведь вы, очевидно, как и я, привязаны к Джоэлу и Элли еще со времен первой части. Поэтому вторая половина игры ой как не легко вам дастся. И, да, из за багажа первой части вторая половина игры будет казаться сухой. Уверен, Naughty Dog могли бы лучше прописать вторую половину, но тогда бы повествование растянулось еще часов на 10, что было бы перебором для игры не укладывающейся в понятие открытого мира.

    И все же, оно того стоило.

    Закончить хотелось бы цитатой из игры:
    Naughty Dog, I don't think i can ever forgive you for that. But i would like to try.
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  9. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Un juego muy buen, buena música, buena jugabilidad y buena historia 100 % recomendado
  10. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. this game is full of twists, heartbreak moments, sad moments but also parts where beautiful memories are relived.
    A masterpiece
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  11. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    I don’t understand the hate, it was a great game even if Joel died and you had to play as Abby, I feel sorry for the people that don’t like it.
  12. Jun 29, 2020
    10
    I won't say what actually happens in this game but I'm pretty sure everyone knows by now. This is my own opinion in the game from my point of view and I think it is the best game I've ever played and it's because the story wasn't what I was expecting as I didn't look into anything about this as I didn't want to have the game ruined by spoilers that had leaked and I managed to avoid them.I won't say what actually happens in this game but I'm pretty sure everyone knows by now. This is my own opinion in the game from my point of view and I think it is the best game I've ever played and it's because the story wasn't what I was expecting as I didn't look into anything about this as I didn't want to have the game ruined by spoilers that had leaked and I managed to avoid them. This game took me on one hell of an emotional rollercoaster that even after completing it almost a week ago is still sticking in my head and is haunting me. If you looked at videos into this game before buying it you'll only have yourself to blame for not wanting to play it and hating it as you will never have the chance to experience it from your own point of view. If you bought it and decided to stop playing it because of what happens in the story that's your choice. But I had to keep playing it to find out the truth of what happened and why it happend and I loved every minute of it as I didn't know what was going to happen next. I know the story is very dark and violent but I love those types of stories as you never know what is going to happen, where it will take you and how it will affect you. I would highly recommend this game as it has a great and unexpected story to it that will stick with you long after you've played it. Expand
  13. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Gripping and heart wrenching. Another masterpiece from Naughty Dog and probably the last AAA to he released on the PS4.
  14. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Loved it. Just loved it.. i bought a PS4 Pro just to play this game and do not regret it.. I'm about to start my second play through to get all collectables and find the benches.. Fantastic Story was great to feel the switch in myself between hate and love for the characters. i'm not going to put spoilers in this review.. . Beautiful graphics.. the music just set the scene and added soLoved it. Just loved it.. i bought a PS4 Pro just to play this game and do not regret it.. I'm about to start my second play through to get all collectables and find the benches.. Fantastic Story was great to feel the switch in myself between hate and love for the characters. i'm not going to put spoilers in this review.. . Beautiful graphics.. the music just set the scene and added so much to the overall experience.. 10/10 for my personal game of the year Expand
  15. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Это одна из самых лучших игр последних лет в которую я играл! Месть в игре показан шикарно!! Очень понравилось как показана месть с ракурса Эбби . Концовка очень грустная Томми без глаза и от него ушла жена, Дина ушла от Элли, и ещё Элли осталась без пальцев :( Expand
  16. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Don’t care what people said, probably there's a lot of them who just watch the walkthrough or the leak without playing it their self. Personally think its a masterpiece executed perfectly and very emotional
  17. Jun 26, 2020
    10
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  18. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Amazing game! Graphics are stunning, one of the best looking games I’ve ever played. The gameplay is very smooth and fun to play and the story had me hooked throughout. The story was very well written and portrays excellently how far someone is willing to go to seek revenge towards those who have wronged them.

    This game does not deserve the level of hate it has been receiving. Naughty
    Amazing game! Graphics are stunning, one of the best looking games I’ve ever played. The gameplay is very smooth and fun to play and the story had me hooked throughout. The story was very well written and portrays excellently how far someone is willing to go to seek revenge towards those who have wronged them.

    This game does not deserve the level of hate it has been receiving. Naughty Dog have yet again delivered on a truly amazing game with a great story.
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  19. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    One of the most thought provoking and gorgeously painful games I've ever played. If you're bombing the game because you're angry and haven't finished the game, I implore you to continue and see the storyline out. It forces you to see a perspective that is painful, awful, and realistic. It shows comparisons between who we want to love and who we want to hate. It has emotionally destroyedOne of the most thought provoking and gorgeously painful games I've ever played. If you're bombing the game because you're angry and haven't finished the game, I implore you to continue and see the storyline out. It forces you to see a perspective that is painful, awful, and realistic. It shows comparisons between who we want to love and who we want to hate. It has emotionally destroyed me, but the fact that the game can do that, along with an insanely beautiful landscape and soundtrack, is truly worth giving this 10 stars. I'd give it more if I could. Already playing it for a second time and I can't get it out of my head, I don't want to either. This story will stay with me for a lifetime and I love it just as much as I am pained by it. Expand
  20. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Amazing game. Absolutely amazing. A rollercoaster of emotions. I love how you can see many different perspectives of the events that take place in this game. The gameplay is so fun and also challenging. Part 2 explores many different themes so be prepared for anything.
  21. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Tolles Spiel. Würdige Fortsetzung mit packender emotionaler Story. Sehr brutal und überzeugend.
    Kann dir negativen Kritiken nicht verstehen.
  22. Jul 29, 2020
    10
    Я абсолютно не понимаю хейтеров,какая здесь есть повестка?Её нет...Игра крутая,вы тупые хейтеры
  23. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    I was happy when that bastard Joel get what he deserved. Ellie was right not killing Abby. Hope there will be continue, where they both will team up together
  24. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Masterpiece. Dont need to say anything else. Those who give it a poor rating are just too damn stupid to understand
  25. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    En mi opinion un JUEGAZO en todo aspecto es de lo mejor que hemos visto en esta generacion, la historia UNICA combina tristeza, rabia, venganza algo q pocos juegos pueden causarte la jugabilidad sublime y los graficos sin duda el tope que puede soportar estar generacion de videojuegos UN TOTAL 10
  26. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Masterpiece of story telling. The very definition of show don't tell, this is where the medium has finally caught up to film and can hold its head up high!
  27. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Probabilmente la migliore saga mai creata. Gameplay molto simile al primo capitolo, unica minuscola pecca è proprio la mancanza di innovazione sotto questo punto di vista. Per il resto, storytelling degno dei migliori film di Hollywood, coinvolgimento emotivo alle stelle e una grana pellicola semplicemente fantastica. Stupendo. Tripla A a mani basse
  28. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Melhor jogo que já joguei, o jogo te faz criar um laço emocional incrível com a abby, no início tive raiva mas quando a Ellie e a Abby brigaram fiquei com pena da mesma Expand
  29. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    I waited to finish before rating but was blown away from the beginning. An extraordinary experience with elevated graphics, combat and encounters. Challenging and intelligent, multilayered narrative with truly terrifying and heartbreaking moments as well as beauty and attention to detail. The soundtrack is also fantastic. Dark and brutal moments may be difficult for some players.
  30. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Finished the game now, graphics and lighting make this one of the best looking games I have ever seen. Complex characters,with stellar cinematic and literary storytelling, with breathtaking results.
    A real masterpiece, thank you Naughty Dog!
  31. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    absolutely loved the gameplay and the story between ellie and abby even if i’m still trying to understand the ending
  32. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    The amount of hate this game is getting is out of this world stupid. Just because some people decided to go ahead and read the spoilers before the game came out and didn't even actually play the game itself. The amount of detail put into this, the story, the characters, the sound and music, Etc., Etc. Has all been done with absolute class.This game will go down in history as one of theThe amount of hate this game is getting is out of this world stupid. Just because some people decided to go ahead and read the spoilers before the game came out and didn't even actually play the game itself. The amount of detail put into this, the story, the characters, the sound and music, Etc., Etc. Has all been done with absolute class.This game will go down in history as one of the best Ps4 exclusives ever. Don't pay any attention to all these people that didn't even play the game and are giving it 0's if you so much as read they're reviews they're absolutely clueless on what they're talking about. Play the game and get your own opinion on the matter. To me i loved it 10/10 a worthy sequal to its masterpiece of a predecessor. Expand
  33. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I’ve waited 7 years for this and I totally loved it ik why lots of people don’t bc how Joel goes out and I hated it too and that also we play as Abby too much when I just wanted to play as Ellie but I give props to ND bc they knew it would cause controversy and the story to me was good I love the action and gameplay and dialogue Expand
  34. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. O Jogo The Last of Us 2 é um jogo totalmente surpreendente. O jogo conta com personagens muito bem desenvolvidos, a história tem uma abordagem muito diferente de qualquer outro jogo e acontecem alguns eventos totalmente inesperados. O jogo tem os melhores gráficos da geração, a jogabilidade aprimora muito a do primeiro jogo. Porém o principal e mais importante é a história. A maneira como eles abordam a historia é foda. 11/10 Expand
  35. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Хорошая игра, стоит потраченного на нее времени. Интересный но местами затянутый сюжет, хорошая графика. Есть и баги, но они не так часто всплывают.
  36. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    So beautiful looking, so well written, so amazingly executed. A heart turning roller-coaster picturing both the best and the worst of humanity.
  37. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    The last of us part 2 lived up to its expectations the story of the game is amazing and getting to explore different people and different themes and truly getting to understand the real meaning of it is amazing. It is executed amazingly and it was 100% worth the wait naughtydog and Neil Druckmann did created a masterpiece that is going to be talked about for a very long time, to itsThe last of us part 2 lived up to its expectations the story of the game is amazing and getting to explore different people and different themes and truly getting to understand the real meaning of it is amazing. It is executed amazingly and it was 100% worth the wait naughtydog and Neil Druckmann did created a masterpiece that is going to be talked about for a very long time, to its groundbreaking graphics and to its incredible controls this is one of my favourite games and I can’t wait to play it all over again. At times it is gut wrenching, sad, funny serious, shocking and many more. Just please play the game and see for yourself it is truly a masterpiece. Thank you so much to naughtydog and Neil Druckmann yous are the best Expand
  38. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    O jogo é incrível, foi realmente uma experiência marcante a Naughty Dog consegui fazer o impossível, que foi melhorar o jogo em todos os aspectos em relação seu antecessor. O jogo traz uma ambientação totalmente sombria e misteriosa nas primeiras horas de Gameplay algo perturbador acontece na história deixando o jogador se perguntando o "por que" sem entender o que está acontecendo.AO jogo é incrível, foi realmente uma experiência marcante a Naughty Dog consegui fazer o impossível, que foi melhorar o jogo em todos os aspectos em relação seu antecessor. O jogo traz uma ambientação totalmente sombria e misteriosa nas primeiras horas de Gameplay algo perturbador acontece na história deixando o jogador se perguntando o "por que" sem entender o que está acontecendo.A trilha sonora cumpriu muito bem seu papel no jogo deixando os momentos de tensão ainda mais intensos, momentos triste ainda mais triste e momentos felizes, simplesmente inesquecíveis. Em relação aos graficos surpreendetes um dos melhores do PlayStation 4, mesmo rodando a 30 fps sem quedas. The Last of us part 2 é o jogo modelo para todas as outras desenvolvedoras se inspirar. Expand
  39. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Cool game it is very cool and I am very great full of naughty dog for releasing this game
  40. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. If you come into this game with the right mindset, it might shake you to your core. This game has a perfectly told story that should make you think. The parallels that are drawn between Abby and Ellie, and their core group of friends have been carefully written. These girls draw from the same moral compass, but they've been on opposite sides of a situation that puts them in a mortal struggle against one another.

    Sure, Abby kills Joel, who is a fan favorite. You are forced to understand this game is not called "Ellie and Joel's adventures part 2"...its "the last of us" (the last of humanity)

    I agree with many on the web that there are many "agenda topics that are shoved in our faces," again, this world is supposed to parallel real life, with the trauma of child abuse, lack of decent males to choose from, it's safe to say that it isn't a stretch of the imagination Ellie would definitely be a lesbian.

    This story tangles with topics of broken trust, forgiveness, revenge, cult-like beliefs and behavior, acceptance of other people's actions and their right to fight for their own beliefs, the realization that those in your community may not give two **** about you, and the need to think for yourself.

    I'm rambling. No ellie does not get her revenge, she accepts that Abby was doing what she had to do after her father was killed, we find out near the end that ellie wished she had been used to find a cure, she could have "had meaning" she had to forgive Joel for taking that away, just as she must forgive Abby for taking Joel away.
    This game draws parallels to modern society, where everyone "draws lines in the sand" over everything and the hate and rage that is freely shown to anyone that doesn't align with you, this game should hopefully make us all think about how we treat others. On the flip side of that coin, this game is JOYOUSLY BRUTAL. No matter which character you play as, you become a murderous PSYCO who's bloodlust can never be satisfied, I went from area to area gleefully and brutally killing every one and every thing. I found myself using leg shots and arm shots to maim my human rivals, rather than insta kill head shots. I smiled as they screamed in aggony and their comrades freaked out just before I cut them down in brutal animation after brutal animation. I loved the adrenaline dumps as I got the crap scared out of me by the infected time and time again,and the dread of knowing that they COULD BE ANYWHERE. I LAUGHED AND SMILED every time I died, because it was all gleefully gory. The art work here is beautiful, the world feels real, the progression of the infected areas are horrific. this game is an absolute must play. Dont listen to everything you read on the internet.
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  41. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. it is by far one of the best games ever made and will be, SPOILER!! the ending is not made that good because you cant kill abby or lev but it is still the best. Expand
  42. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Beautiful game.
    10/10 im waiting for The last of us Part III or a possible DLC
  43. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It's sad to see all the negative review's, I don't know if it's because of lesbians on a revenge or that gamers have been looking at the spoilers from a hacker, I've ignored all that news so I can play it all on my own, and now that it's out for a week I can say this indeed, the brutality, the tense moments, the story, and the characters (rather they've died or are still alive). The entire game is a beautiful sequel non the less, having played both of the games including the dlc from the 1st game I can get why some of the fans are mad. but, that all said and done this is in my part the most gorgeous, tense, and brutal game I've ever played in my live, the gameplay and controls is directly noticeable from the start with a couple of xtra new tricks like dodgin and counter attack, new and dangerous enemies that amplified the scare score quite a bit, some characters you hate at the beginning and probably still do at the end, but the look and sights of the world and everything around it is beautiful to look at, the combat is slick and the movement sometimes a bit stiff but overall perfect to play, I admit that sometimes I got a bug or a glitch, but I don't mind It cause it was at a moment when you were either dead or you were walking around and some of the enemies were buggin a bit, overall I highly recommend this game to those who want to play it on the ps4 (pro) Expand
  44. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Amazing experience, incredible graphics. Raising the bar for storytelling in videogames.
  45. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Il aurait été trop facile de faire un scénario qui plaît à tout le monde, Naughty Dog à su faire preuve de maturité en exposant aux joueurs des thématiques DÉRANGEANTE pour les plus fragiles et les fans de zone de confort.TLOU2 à su faire ce que le cinéma fait de bien. À quoi bon une oeuvre sans empreinte ?Le jeu se démarque sur de nombreux point. Unique, masterpiece.
  46. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    It took me 5 days to finish the game. Then it took me 3 days for understanding it. I got obsessed with the game. At first I thought it to be 7/10, I didn't like somethings that were organized in the game. But now that i think about it. It's amazing! Everything is well put and nothing is forced . It's an incredible painfully good experience. You can feel all the raw emotion. But one thingIt took me 5 days to finish the game. Then it took me 3 days for understanding it. I got obsessed with the game. At first I thought it to be 7/10, I didn't like somethings that were organized in the game. But now that i think about it. It's amazing! Everything is well put and nothing is forced . It's an incredible painfully good experience. You can feel all the raw emotion. But one thing it is not for everyone. You have to keep your mind open for this game, otherwise you'll not get the full experience experience Expand
  47. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Best in the best. Sovetyu ne pogeleete, i pomnite hot ali i lesbi, ona ne shluha
  48. Jun 27, 2020
    10
    Este The Last Of Us me parecio un autentico juegazo, la trama en mi opinión es perfecta con un final muy digno bajo mi opinión porque comprendí más cosas que lo simple que aparenta, tiene unas buenas mecánicas, y una buena exploración, por el cual mi nota es un 10 de 10, por el cual si aseguro un Goty en este juego.
  49. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Look im really love the series and i hope that some people just learned to love than discriminate hard just because of a story.
  50. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A fantastic instalment, it pains me to read these bad reviews. Some homophobic / transphobic etc and some who didn’t like that it didn’t have a happy ending where Joel survived. The raw emotion I felt, how uncomfortable I felt for some of the intense fight scenes (namely - Abby / Ellie at the very end ) was incredibly moving. I can’t remember the last time a game made me feel that way. Ellie broke the cycle of revenge, and I personally don’t think I can like Abby as she never felt any regret for any of her actions. Anyway, can’t wait to play again 10/10 the scenery, the extra details, everything about it was beautiful !! I’ve encouraged lots of my friends to go out and buy it! Good job ND! Expand
  51. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    I don´t get the hate.
    This game is a crazy emotional journey and get you thinking.
    Never played anything like it and probably wont ever again.
    Great work Naoughty dog!!!
  52. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Amazing game! Loved every second. Thank You Naughty Dog! This could get game of the year!
  53. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Oh boy... Where or how can i begin?
    What an amazing experience! The greatest game i have ever player! The sequel that i was waiting for! Naughty Dogs best game made so far! Excellent game in all the aspects! 100/100 *
  54. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Great game, feels more like a movie with solid game mechanics. I respect the bold decisions made.
  55. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    What an amazing game, emotions are everywhere, hard to watch, hard to play because the story is without pity. Well done, i've never had been so scared and happy, and sad, afraid, in the same hour !
  56. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    It's not just a video game, it's a work of art with a moral lesson that the game's characters are neither completely guilty nor completely innocent. It was a great game.
  57. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    As someone who is normally a fan of Naughty Dog games and of the original Last of Us, I feel this game is a slap in the face. If you enjoyed the first game because of the story, characters and relationships, this game is not for you. Due to some questionable story-line choices, the game feels like a slog to get through and tries to force its players into a middle school ethics class ratherAs someone who is normally a fan of Naughty Dog games and of the original Last of Us, I feel this game is a slap in the face. If you enjoyed the first game because of the story, characters and relationships, this game is not for you. Due to some questionable story-line choices, the game feels like a slog to get through and tries to force its players into a middle school ethics class rather than engross us in an enthralling story. The graphics are some of the best this generation, but the game-play rarely features anything innovative and feels like more of the same as the first game. Overall, averaging everything out I would give this game a 5/10 and similar to Game of Thrones season 8 and Star Wars - Rise of Skywalker, this is one sequel that will sorely disappoint even its most loyal fans. Expand
  58. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Melhor da geração! Gráficos, história e gameplay. Obrigada, ND! Simplesmente perfeito
  59. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Loved it. The new mechanics, the better audio, the upgraded combatsystem, the graphics all were top notch. The game teaches you that the 'bad guy' also has their story,history reasoning to tell. And theyre not tht bad after all Expand
  60. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Superb storytelling and gameplay. Those who dislike this because of certain aspects should get bigot sandwiches.
  61. Jul 7, 2020
    10
    Більше емоцій я ще в жодній грі не діставав,для мене це найкраща гра що я грав.Надіюсь розробники не опустять руки і зроблять продовження.Гра СУПЕР
  62. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Oyun dünyasının şu ana kadar gördüğü zirvedir. Her şeyi ile çok güzel fakat çoğu kişinin hikaye beklediği gibi gelmeyince hemen 0-1 puan vermişer. Kesinlikle çok aptalca hak etmiyor sırf karalamak için.... Alın oynayın oynayamazsanız bile izleyin... O duygu O hissiyatı çok iyi alabiliyorsunuz
  63. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    mi rendo conto che tanti forse non riusciranno ad apprezzare quest'opera ..specialmente chi troppo giovane ...per me è un gioco perfetto...Aggiungo solo questo : ho beccato mia moglie (che solitamente non guarda quello con cui sto giocando)in più di un occasione mentre ..piangeva ..il gioco sa farti emozionare
  64. Jun 30, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. For me its 10/10 and im hetero lol :D. Gameplay and even story its very cool. I think most of ppl cant stand that the one of the main character is dead. The Ellie Lesbian its not a problem for me and im not pro lgbt to be Honest. Homo were also in assassina creed odysey even the witcher cuz i understand that is the main problem for some ppl. Expand
  65. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    После не заслуженного хейта и оценок в нули сразу же после релиза игры о чем говорит, что эти вырожденцы даже не запускали игру, надо исправлять ситуацию.Получил массу удовольствия после прохождения. В этой игре великолепные анимации и картинка, геймплей увлекает а сюжет хоть спорный но он провокационный и вызывает эмоции, что и хорошее произведение и должно делать.После не заслуженного хейта и оценок в нули сразу же после релиза игры о чем говорит, что эти вырожденцы даже не запускали игру, надо исправлять ситуацию.Получил массу удовольствия после прохождения. В этой игре великолепные анимации и картинка, геймплей увлекает а сюжет хоть спорный но он провокационный и вызывает эмоции, что и хорошее произведение и должно делать.
  66. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Вы должны быть слепыми, что бы не осознать гениальность игры. Все негативные отзывы - повторяют друг друга и они никогда аргументируются. Это наводит на мысль, что это пишут щенки, которые не имея пс, начитались отзывов в твиттере или насмотревшись идиотов на ютубе решили повторить. Либо у них есть пс, но все равно решили повторить. Скучный геймплей? Все старые механики улучшены, иВы должны быть слепыми, что бы не осознать гениальность игры. Все негативные отзывы - повторяют друг друга и они никогда аргументируются. Это наводит на мысль, что это пишут щенки, которые не имея пс, начитались отзывов в твиттере или насмотревшись идиотов на ютубе решили повторить. Либо у них есть пс, но все равно решили повторить. Скучный геймплей? Все старые механики улучшены, и добавлены куча новых. Даже во время игры, враги могут определять точно где вы находитесь и давать подсказки друг другу. - Где, она?
    - Вон, в гараже! Вы видели когда-нибудь такое? Вариативность прохождения уровней поражает. Нарратив потрясающий. Это напряжение... опьяняет. Персонажи живые, ты не играешь «идеальными героями» и не убиваешь «пустых манекенов». Все они имеют свои чувства, характеры и цели. У них есть свои недостатки и достоинства. Если вы считаете, что Элли слишком опрометчива, вы видимо не знаете, что такое чувства. История безумно жестокая, она обжигает, ты сам начинаешь чувствовать себя ужасно из-за того, что оставляешь за спиной столько трупов. Многие говорят про какие-то несостыковки, но нужно играть/смотреть ЖОПОЙ, что бы не заметь того, о чем пишут все дешевки. Дракманн гений.
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  67. Jun 28, 2020
    10
    Ребятки, я прошел игру до конца, также как когда-то прошел первую часть.
    Я в восторге от первой части и еще больше от второй.
    За все время прохождения (а я потратил часов 35) мне ни разу не было скучно не смотря на то, что я очень детально все рассматривал и исследовал. На эмоции пробрало по полной программе. Да, игра крайне депрессивная, особенно в связке с первой частью. Это первая
    Ребятки, я прошел игру до конца, также как когда-то прошел первую часть.
    Я в восторге от первой части и еще больше от второй.
    За все время прохождения (а я потратил часов 35) мне ни разу не было скучно не смотря на то, что я очень детально все рассматривал и исследовал.
    На эмоции пробрало по полной программе.
    Да, игра крайне депрессивная, особенно в связке с первой частью. Это первая игра когда я сам себя ненавидел , сжимал зубы и выкручивал себе пальцы за то, что приходилось нажимать на кнопки (тот кто играл поймет про что я говорю), ну а после титров долго сидел и смотрел на лодку на берегу.
    Вся игра подводит нас к финальной сцене когда Элли в последний раз говорит с Джоэлом.
    Разговор с трудом дается и ей и ему. И в процессе разговора, не смотря на свою обиду и злость, Элли осознает, что Джоэл искренне любит ее не смотря ни на что, и что он не сожалеет о совершенном когда-то в прошлом поступке и готов повторить его снова.
    Играет перебор из композиции "Unbroken". Элли прощается с Джоэлом.
    Джоэл отвечает ей, но не поворачивает головы в ее сторону не потому что он обижен на Элли , а потому что у него слезы благодарности в глазах и он по мужски некомфортно чувствует себя и не хочет чтобы Элли увидела их.
    "The last of us" это игра о всеослепляющей мести, но эта история об умении прощать. Прощать близких нам людей, прощать врагов, прощать самих себя.
    Скажу только одно, 10 из 10 и никто меня не переубедит.
    PS: Тех, кому игра не понравилась я не могу понять, но постараюсь ))
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  68. Jun 28, 2020
    10
    Jogo intenso do começo ao fim, jogabilidade incrível e graficos insanos. Só faltou Multyplayer
  69. Jun 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Beautiful graphics, soundtrack, world building, pacing and amazing though brutal gameplay, with some truly memorable boss fights. The story is a like whirlwind of different emotions as you come to understand both of the protagonists perspectives and motives for their actions. Probably one of the best gaming experiences I've had. Expand
  70. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    By the time you reach the conclusion, it all makes sense.
    Great storytelling
  71. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Its probably the best game, that ive ever played, after rdr1&2 and tlou 1! Naughty dog, especially Neil Druckmamn, thank you for that masterpiece!
  72. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Такие игры выходят раз в 7 лет, и на протяжении 7 лет был проделан титанический труд в разработке этой игры. Это шедевр и это должен пройти каждый.
  73. Jul 1, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The gameplay and graphics is amazing and is one of the best I've ever played and gameplay and graphics deserve a 10 and to be honest when I first completed the game I didn't like the story too much so I thought it would be a 7 but after reflecting I give it a 10 yet there is still room for improvement to the story, the story isn't bad but the fact that the story did not reach it's potential is why so many people are angry and disappointed. Personally I think that there needed to be more Joel in the game either at the start of the game or by adding more flashbacks of Joel and Ellie together. Expand
  74. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    O jogo tem gráficos incríveis e jogabilidade excelente, quanto a história depende muito do gosto do usuário, eu particularmente gostei.
  75. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Incredible. The combat is the best of any game I’ve ever played and of course Naughty Dog comes through once again with an amazing story. Feels like you’re playing a movie
  76. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    A beautifully impactful story to never forget along with some the most intense and smooth gameplay. One of the best games I’ve ever experienced.
  77. Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Naughty Dog, this is easily your guys’ best work since Uncharted 2 and there is a reason why you guys are the top underdogs in the gaming business on delivering the very best experience as possible and I hope you guys get royally compensated for creating this incredible follow-up masterpiece. No wonder why HBO’s The Last of Us is happening with Neil Druckmann and Chernobyl’s Craig MazinNaughty Dog, this is easily your guys’ best work since Uncharted 2 and there is a reason why you guys are the top underdogs in the gaming business on delivering the very best experience as possible and I hope you guys get royally compensated for creating this incredible follow-up masterpiece. No wonder why HBO’s The Last of Us is happening with Neil Druckmann and Chernobyl’s Craig Mazin on-board for the live adaptation.. Expand
  78. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Tried very hard to think of a reason to not give this game a perfect score but I honestly can't think of a negative reason.

    After replaying the first game only days before playing part two the jump in quality was incredible. Every aspect of the game is a major improvement over the first. The gameplay is much more fun now the ability to go full on prone has made such a big difference
    Tried very hard to think of a reason to not give this game a perfect score but I honestly can't think of a negative reason.

    After replaying the first game only days before playing part two the jump in quality was incredible. Every aspect of the game is a major improvement over the first. The gameplay is much more fun now the ability to go full on prone has made such a big difference especially for those that like to go as stealth as possible. Shoot-outs are the best and most action packed I have experienced in a third person game some of them are so good they look choreographed.

    Graphics and sound top-notch not getting any better from this generation of consoles. Let them do all the talking for themselves.

    Naughty Dog have gone above and beyond with the details in this game. They have added things that are not necessarily needed but the fact they put the effort into adding them just you have got to give them massive respect for that. The little guitar simulator thing they do with Ellie is such a cool touch to the game. Check out covers people are making on YouTube using it, amazing.

    The story has divided many people but I personally thoroughly enjoyed it from beginning to end. I would say it takes a lot for me to get invested in a story whether is being TV or films. But the way this story is told by naughty dog really gripped me and I binged through the game over five days with an ending playtime of 35hours. I normally begrudge paying £55 for any video game but for 35hours plus all the effort and hard work that they must have put into this game I feel that is money well spent.

    I'm probably going to end up playing it again and maybe make it my first PS4 platinum trophy.

    I went into this game without seeing any reviews and after playing it and seeing the low reviews scores I'm wondering have I missed something. Maybe I'm just too dumb to see how crap this game.

    But this is the best game I've played this gen or probably ever. I'm hoping for some story DLC or even a PS5 version even if that means paying again.
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  79. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Game is incredible. The most visually impressive game I've ever played. Character performances are terrific. Story is bleak, grim and haunting. Absolutely loved it.
  80. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    The Last Of Us part 2 had me go through all the emotions. I could not put the game down once I started engaging in the story. It has great character development as well as a well put together story to follow. This sequel is true to its name as a part 2 of The Last Of Us. This is one of the best game I played this Generation. I can't wait to replay this game over and over again. Great jonThe Last Of Us part 2 had me go through all the emotions. I could not put the game down once I started engaging in the story. It has great character development as well as a well put together story to follow. This sequel is true to its name as a part 2 of The Last Of Us. This is one of the best game I played this Generation. I can't wait to replay this game over and over again. Great jon Naughty Dog! Expand
  81. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Just finished the game and I absolutely loved it. I’ve seen a lot of hate because of the playthrough with Abby but it made the game much better. The soundtrack, the mood and the overall ambience of the game was perfect. Definitely a shock in the beginning for me because I never read or look at spoilers.. but I continued with the game regardless. I like how they made you contemplate if Ellie and Joel were the real bad guys for what they did to Abbys Father. It’s a nice change of pace and closing to Elles Story. Hopefully a third game comes out where you play as Abby. Expand
  82. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    One of those games you either love or hate. I personally loved it. The graphics, sound and set design are phenomenal. I think the story fits the universe Naughty Dog created perfectly. It is a brutal world which is not fair. If you don`t like a sad story which forces you to get uncomfortable, the game is not for you. But if you like to be challenged in the way you think and are not aOne of those games you either love or hate. I personally loved it. The graphics, sound and set design are phenomenal. I think the story fits the universe Naughty Dog created perfectly. It is a brutal world which is not fair. If you don`t like a sad story which forces you to get uncomfortable, the game is not for you. But if you like to be challenged in the way you think and are not a afraid to look at characters the way they really are and take them of the pedestal we put them on for 7 years, you will love it.
    I don`t think the game is perfect, no game is. For me it could have done with a bit condensing (5 hours less would have been enough) and there are way to many collectibles for me.
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  83. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Just Amazing, Naughty Dogs do a very good work, one of best of the generations
  84. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Great characters and story. Characters develop in an interesting way. Even Joel, who we see in flashbacks. Ppl complain that he said his name to Abby. But he is more relaxed now, living in Jackson for 4 years and having a 2nd chance to be a father. Glad he is not the exact same grieving, hurt and distrustful character he was in the first game. Abby changes a lot during the story, eventually trying to redeem herself (including for killing Joel), turning her back on the WLF to help the runaway scars. Ellie's character changes too, as we see her descend into darkness. The ending is amazing. Ppl complain that you had to kill all sorts of people just to get to the end and you don't kill Abby. Well, all those others were hunting you down, were part of a vicious military group or part of a cruel cult. They knew the risks. In fact, that is what makes the ending so powerful, that Ellie is finally able to let it go. Those same ppl complain there is no character development. What greater character development can there be than to have Ellie forgive Abby? This game is about forgiveness as much as it is revenge. Every scene in the game casts a mood over the player. Every action scene is like a really fun puzzle, at least on survivor mode. So re-playable. My fav game ever. Expand
  85. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Really top tier level och graphics, level design and overall gameplay. The story is brilliant, well-written, dark and told in a way which really keeps you wondering how it's going to end while the suspense builds. Well written characters and relationships, it's naughty dog what do you expect, but also character development plays a big role all up until the very climatic end.
    The game has
    Really top tier level och graphics, level design and overall gameplay. The story is brilliant, well-written, dark and told in a way which really keeps you wondering how it's going to end while the suspense builds. Well written characters and relationships, it's naughty dog what do you expect, but also character development plays a big role all up until the very climatic end.
    The game has unexpected moments which will make you hate characters later to sympathize with them, as well as love characters later to doubt their integrity. Real conflicting moments which will have you question who is hero and who is villain. The game is 50% longer than the first game so it's not short. A lot is said between the lines it doesn't hold your hand, emotions and choices that aren't explained and would make the game worse if they were explained. I think this game isn't for everyone, you don't have control over what the characters will do/choose just like in the first game so all you can do is strap in, hope and not expect, which makes it all the more exciting. Once again Naughty Dog has delivered a experience I won't soon forget, a darker and more uncomfortable experience, but a thrilling experience nonetheless.
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  86. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The Last Of Us shook me to my core. I set out angry and in pain for Ellie. Joel was brutally murdered and we needed justice. I buckled in because Ellie and I had a long road ahead of us. When game started coming to a head I was disappointed. Was this really the end? Was Ellie destined to set of for Jackson? Were we unable to obtain justice for Joel’s death? Was all of the violence she caused and pain she went through for naught? Naughty Dog said sike, this is just the beginning. I wanted nothing to do with it. Abby is the villain! She was evil, why did I have to play as her? I would force her to look over heights just to get a giggle (I’m afraid of heights myself so I started to feel bad). That hatred turned into compassion, and then understanding. Naughty Dog had me shouting a character’s name joyfully, angrily, and calling it out in pained sadness. By Santa Barbara I was hoping the two women who had lost everything because of vengeance could find common ground and end the cycle of pain. I myself was emotionally exhausted. On the beach I was pleading, crying, screaming for Ellie to stop. Every press of square took something from me. As the rest of the cinematics played out I reflected on their stories. I reflected on myself. This game challenges you, forces you to take part and push through. It makes you question yourself and your motives. Every single person that starts this game needs to finish it. You go from an active participant to an unwilling accomplice, at least I did. The Last Of Us 2 just revolutionized the game industry. I didn’t even begin to touch on all of the wonderful details, nuances, and incorporations in this game. It changed me, and quickly became my favorite game. I’m excited to see what they do next because TLOU is more than a game, it is art. Expand
  87. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Enjoying its as much as I thought I would. And then some, a big thank you for making it disable acessable, loving it
  88. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Excelente juego. Recomendado al 100% Cada ves que juego mas me gusta
  89. Jul 1, 2020
    10
    I had the fortune of avoiding the leaks and poisoning my perception of the characters and expectations of the game. I went into TLOS:II with the previous game being my favorite of all time but this one (Part II) left me a wreck and one of the most moving gaming experience of my life. Everything from the gameplay, to environment design, to acting and story are truly the best in theI had the fortune of avoiding the leaks and poisoning my perception of the characters and expectations of the game. I went into TLOS:II with the previous game being my favorite of all time but this one (Part II) left me a wreck and one of the most moving gaming experience of my life. Everything from the gameplay, to environment design, to acting and story are truly the best in the business, a masterclass for Naughty Dog again.

    It's such a shame so many are criticizing this in such bad bad faith. JUST BECAUSE YOU DON'T "AGREE" WITH STORY CHOICES DOES NOT MAKE BAD WRITING. It's so clear since the release that the leaks (and the month afterwards) festered fans groupthink and confirmation bias into bombing a labor of love for thousands of people. No amount of context could ever change their opinion, which is such a shame.

    Play this game. It's my favorite one of all time.
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  90. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    dude de jugarlo por las puntuaciones de usuarios pero lo juge y no vi nada de malo el juego es crudo y cruel como el primero recomendadisimo
  91. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Jogabilidade aprimorada, visual extraordinário, e história e ritmo igualmente competentes ao primeiro jogo.
  92. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Ich liebe beide Teile und der 2. hat mir gezeigt wie viel Arbeit Entwickler in ein Spiel stecken können.
  93. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Great game overall. Gameplay is far and away the best I’ve ever played and will be replayable based on that alone.

    As someone who followed the drama surrounding this game before its release I will swear a holy oath that the majority of negative reviews on this site are from users who did not play the game. Thousands of negative reviews came in hours after the game was released...this is a
    Great game overall. Gameplay is far and away the best I’ve ever played and will be replayable based on that alone.

    As someone who followed the drama surrounding this game before its release I will swear a holy oath that the majority of negative reviews on this site are from users who did not play the game. Thousands of negative reviews came in hours after the game was released...this is a 20 hour game folks. I’m not someone who just blindly stans franchises he likes...Star Wars dropped the ball with the sequel trilogy and game of thrones season 8 was trash...but seeing this game compared to those is absurd. ABSURD. Anyone who gives this game a chance will see that it’s something special. I personally had no problem with the story, still deciding how I feel about the ending, but I know for sure that it was an amazing journey.
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  94. Jul 1, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It really is a shame that the leaks occured and prevented so many people from enjoying this game spoiler free. Or just flat-out refusing to give it a chance. The metacritic review bombing is childish, and so boringly predictable with it. It says more about outrage culture than anything else, and the lack of nuance allowed in mainstream entertainment.

    We're not 'owed' anything, in terms of story. So what Naughty Dog have done here, on the back of a very simple story in Part 1, is tell a story they wanted to tell. Not only that, but they have done it more intelligently. Both parts share the fact that they are essentially character-driven narratives, which is always the best basis for a successful story. When I saw in the leaks that you ended up playing as Joel's murderer, my first instinct was how bold a choice that was. While others were upset, I was more intrigued by the fact that they had made this choice in the first place, and that it wouldn't be a rote action sequel. ND were going to try something different, and I applauded that, while also being intrigued about whether they could pull it off, because if not, then yes, it really would fall flat.

    So, you play as Joel's murderer and the challenge ND set themselves was to turn around the player's viewpoint so far that you might begin to empathise or even like this new Abby character. BOLD. Know what may have been bolder? Player choice at the end, and an in-built prompt that told ND the result. Did the player choose to kill Abby, or let her go? The results would've been interesting, and may even have validated their story choice to an extent.

    But this isn't the player's journey. So having that option taken out of your hands, much like at the end of part 1, just emphasises that point. These aren't your characters. They're not mine. We're watching what they do. Good entertainment often makes us squirm, or uncomfortable - not enough games do that, so to have one that does, and may even make you want to turn off, is a brave developer choice. People can be mad about it; see the leaks and boycott it, but this boldness is something missing from what has become more and more an adult medium. More adults play games than children, so to have a mainstream game that challenges in terms of story, and not just violence, gore, gameplay and puzzles, is welcome.

    Do they pull it off? In the final standoff, would I have let Abby go or kill her? I would've let her go. Without experiencing Abby's arc, would I have let her go? Well, that's an interesting thought too. By the end, Ellie is shattered; both of you have slaughtered hundreds to get there, and gone through emotional turmoil - Ellie's character design at the end is shocking, as she's verging on anorexic. You can see the impact of all that hate and anger. So yeah, maybe seeing that Abby is looking after Lev (which adds to the guilt), and Ellie's own struggle at the time, might've been enough to let Abby go, even without experiencing her arc.

    As an aside, while mentioning character design, I think it has to be hats off to the dev team for Abby's design. The braid and muscle, two simple things, combine to make an immediately exceptional design. You only need to find the spoiler memes across the net to see how it captures something unique. Hats off too to not overplaying the muscles - a lot of Abby's character is inferred, and there's something human about a little girl burning her anger with muscle-building so that when the time comes for revenge, she is more than ready for it. The fact she is NOT trans, or gay, but just a muscled woman, also serves to expose the ludricrousness of the review bombs that talk about pushing some form of agenda.

    The only agenda, when it comes to the main characters, is diversity. Outside of the bubble of Joel's murder, Abby would've been (and was anyway) a kick-ass character to play. Women can be muscley too. And gays exist. It doesn't need saying, but for some people, it does. Creating a game with a diversity of main characters, especially one so in the public eye, is overwhelming inclusive. It helps normalise diversity. The more this is done, the better.

    Though the harder the push-back (see: the review-bombs).

    Is the story perfect? No. It falls foul of its own realism. In many games you wouldn't think too hard about characters coming and going, but here, after you've struggled through infected and armies, and just struggled to even find a path at times, it felt incongruous to have characters suddenly find you. That anyone wants to live in, let alone fight over, Seattle, is also unrealistic. However, everything mentioned, combined with beautiful environments and exciting, accessible, varied, FUN gameplay, make this game 10/10.
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  95. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    It's rare that I feel strongly enough to leave a review but I genuinely feel that all the comments thus far have been unfair jabs at the progressive nature of the game without regard for the game itself. Absolutely stunning, top of the line graphics paired with an emotional story fueled by revenge makes this a frontrunner for what videogames should be in 2020.
  96. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Best game//I’m very love this game//game of the year plssssssssssssssss lol
  97. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    One of the best games I played! Truly amazing! Never played a game that plays with your emotions. Made me feel angry .happy. sad it's a must play game. Dont watch streaming videos and comment actually play the game for yourself. Well done naughty dog.
  98. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    This game is excellent. The story is in depth and whilst it may have you believe it to be a story of hate, what it shows is how people are not just categorised as good or bad, but massive grey areas. And everything is about perspective. The gameplay is not dissimilar from TLOU1 but is largely improved and the graphics are gorgeously detailed especially on the PS4 Pro. The environments areThis game is excellent. The story is in depth and whilst it may have you believe it to be a story of hate, what it shows is how people are not just categorised as good or bad, but massive grey areas. And everything is about perspective. The gameplay is not dissimilar from TLOU1 but is largely improved and the graphics are gorgeously detailed especially on the PS4 Pro. The environments are so varied. I only wish it weren't so short. I absolutely adored the first game and Joel and Ellie. TLOU2 had me thinking a lot when the credits rolled, and it improved tremendously on the first title. Expand
  99. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    This game is a seminal moment in the content that a videogame can explore. The push and pull of choices and consequences lead to one of the most brutal yet humanizing stories I have ever experienced. I beat the game a few days ago and I can't stop thinking about it. Everything, from the graphics to the top notch voice acting, is in service to an intricate and well woven story that, whileThis game is a seminal moment in the content that a videogame can explore. The push and pull of choices and consequences lead to one of the most brutal yet humanizing stories I have ever experienced. I beat the game a few days ago and I can't stop thinking about it. Everything, from the graphics to the top notch voice acting, is in service to an intricate and well woven story that, while too dark for some, is worth it for the moments of light. This game has so much to say and, while that may be a turnoff for some, it landed 100% for me. I cannot recommend this game enough. Best game I've played in a decade. Expand
  100. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    I'm wrecked, and I love it! Great sequel to a great game. New features work well. Graphics are stunning.
Metascore
93

Universal acclaim - based on 121 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
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  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]