The Last of Us Part II

 PlayStation 4
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  1. s1nister
    Jul 12, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Best game ever made 10 out of 10 next gen game ..top level gameplay and graphics ..and a really dark and moving story that makes you love and hate every character… Expand
  2. Sovietfox
    Jul 12, 2020
    2
    I created an account just to make this review. The graphics and gameplay just barely make the game playable. The story is a dumpster fire and tries to force you to empathize with people you truly don’t care about.
  3. Highice
    Jul 12, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. É um bom jogo de um modo geral suprimindo a história é um the last of us part 1 melhorado, mais fluido, com uma jogabilidade melhor e com mais opções como deitar, pular, esquivar.
    Trilha sonora boa, gráficos lindos, e uma história ok, perdendo um pouco a qualidade com relação ao 1. Mas de modo geral é bom, nota 9 a 10.    … Expand
  4. mr_krol
    Jul 12, 2020
    0
    персонажи не раскрыты. ГГ первой части слили очень тупо. Ок что его убрали, но хоть бы обыграли это по нормальному. Вторую половину игры пытаются заставить соболезновать унылому безмотивационному герою. От концовки блевать охота. В целом - тупо скучно. Сюжет просто уныл. даже если говорить про графику и анимации. На половине локаций нет теней. Динамические тени лагают. Анимации дерганые.персонажи не раскрыты. ГГ первой части слили очень тупо. Ок что его убрали, но хоть бы обыграли это по нормальному. Вторую половину игры пытаются заставить соболезновать унылому безмотивационному герою. От концовки блевать охота. В целом - тупо скучно. Сюжет просто уныл. даже если говорить про графику и анимации. На половине локаций нет теней. Динамические тени лагают. Анимации дерганые. На добивание и на подбор предметов сделали только по одной анимации. Даже в инди играх как минимум по 2 делают.… Expand
  5. Jonathan1015
    Jul 12, 2020
    0
    Unbelievably how terrible this plot is, this is the worst sequel I have ever played.
  6. Shannners15
    Jul 12, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Just finished the game and I think it was a masterpiece. I felt so many different emotions throughout, it truly made me think and that’s what I think was a big part of this game. It didn’t make you just think in terms of story but also in terms of strategy. The gameplay was fluid and playing on survival made me really plan out my next steps. I don’t fully understand a lot of other peoples hate for the story, yes it was brutal what happened to Joel and sad to see him die so early however it’s a brutal world they live in and that’s what happened. I think they did amazing work as I was enraged and distraught just as Ellie was, I wasn’t just playing as Ellie I was Ellie. Then things turned around and something happened that none of us expected, we were forced to play as the character we had come to hate. However it gave us an opportunity to do what a lot of people don’t do, look at the other side of the picture. I felt sick at first having to play as Abby, however as time went on and we found out more I began to almost understand in some way. Again it made me think...I still hated Abby for what she did but I know why she did it, it’s more or less the same reason for why Ellie is going down her own revenge path. I fully understood by the end that the main idea was forgiveness and the ability to move on, breaking the cycle of revenge. Abby has clearly been through a lot with the rattlers and I think that was one of the reasons that Ellie let her go, mainly though I believe it was that she saw Joel in Abby at that point, regarding her love and dedication to saving Lev, just as Joel did for Ellie. Furthermore I just want to say how amazing the little details are in this game and the side stories you find out through collecting artefacts. The scenery and the music. This game was a masterpiece to me, harrowing yet beautiful. I could go on and on, there may be things that weren’t quite right with the game but If so I don’t care. I enjoyed it and that’s what matters. Also just play it to blow someone’s legs off with explosive arrows.… Expand
  7. Disko-Kjell
    Jul 12, 2020
    8
    The Last of Us Part II improves in a lot of regards, but fall back in other corners. It's a conflicting game, that forces the player into uncomfortable situations and brutal scenes. Let's start off by saying that this game looks incredible, with environments that almost look like real life and characters where you can see distinctive hair strains, which is insane! Even small touches, likeThe Last of Us Part II improves in a lot of regards, but fall back in other corners. It's a conflicting game, that forces the player into uncomfortable situations and brutal scenes. Let's start off by saying that this game looks incredible, with environments that almost look like real life and characters where you can see distinctive hair strains, which is insane! Even small touches, like grass blowing with the wind, or how the blood from enemies mixes with water puddles, elevates this game beyond its competition. Likewise, the artwork is magnificent, striking a balance of gruesome realism with bleek environments and horrifying infected, and beautiful landscapes of grass fields and oceans, much thanks to the astonishing lighting. If we're talking presentation, music has also improved immensely from the previous game, relaxing the player in somber moments and hitting harder in intense scenes. Gameplay has also improved, with bigger levels, more weapons, more choices. New mechanics include rope swinging, wall gaps and even a jump button (!). The previously mentioned bigger levels mixed with the new mechanics makes the gameplay more complex and fun, though it could've been improved even more to blow the player away. The game also throws in dogs, that can sniff your scent and forces the player to move around in new manner, though if you really like dogs, this might take a toll on you. We're the game starts to split one's appreciation of the game is in the story. The story takes some bold and adventurous turns, making the experience harrowing and frightening at some occasions. Right from the getko, the game let's you know that it will not be like the predecessor and takes some big risks. It asks morally ambiguous questions that can make the player divided about some choices they have to make. The ending leaves a lasting impression on the player, and the more you think about it, the deeper its meanings become. The actors too do an incredible job, with standouts being reprising actors Ashley Jonson as Ellie and Troy Baker as Joel, and also newcomer Laura Bailey stealing the show as Abby. The game also makes the characters perform questionable actions and make the player experience them. The game isn't as concerned about what the player wants to do, as it is about how the characters react and behave in those situations, which makes for more claustrophobic and uncomfortable moments that don't give the player any choice, which is in this game's advantage. Where the game faults is in its pacing. The game shifts time spans very often and sometimes it can feel like a mess. Certain scenarios or time jumps occur and you wonder why that didn't happen before/after. This isn't the case for some time cuts, but one storyline in particular has this issue. It makes the enjoyment and surprises less interesting in some places. At some points the game can feel drawn out and last way too long, most notable in the middle section after the intro. Some of the new characters also feel underdeveloped. Dina is interesting as a character, but you don't learn a whole lot about her dreams and aspirations. Same goes for Jesse, who is underused and could've had some better writing in his presence. The story isn't bad, it's actually really great sometimes, it just needed some more cooking in the oven. It's also sad too see the multiplayer not returning. As all assets and development moved over to singleplayer, the online playing field got scrapped. While I think it's more important to see development improve and focus on the singleplayer, it's still disappointing to not see multiplayer included. In conclusion, The Last of Us Part II is a conflicitng experience. A lot of improvements and tweeks have been added to make the experience better, especially in gameplay and artistry, but at the same time the story is a mixed bag, with some incredible bright spots and some other spots that fall flat, due to pacing issues. Still, this is a great game that I would recommend to most people, because the experience over all is still enjoyable and fun and the discussions that can come from people talking about this game will engage people maybe even more to this game. While not as good and engaging as the first game, it still provides a lot of fun and interesting choices that will make the player question what is going to happen next and their own morales. I commend Naughty Dog for trying something new and different, even though they didn't always stick the landing.… Expand
  8. Cpense
    Jul 12, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The story of this game is such a despicable disappointment to the fans from the first game. Ellie and Joel deserve better. Many fans had a personal real-life connection to Joel and Ellie from the first game. What Neil Druckmann did to Joel and Ellie in this game is so abhorrent and just plain out doesn't make sense. Naughty Dog should redeem themselves and remake the story and gain back the loyalty of the fans. Leave political and social agendas to the politicians. We fans play games to escape the hardships of reality. Fans are aware of what's going on out there in the real world. But don't shove it down our throats.… Expand
  9. Fernalin
    Jul 12, 2020
    1
    Не плохой геймплей завернут в инфантильный, пустой сюжет. Чепуха ради чернухи.
  10. AlozComFlango
    Jul 12, 2020
    8
    Comparing this sequel to the first one, I can tell that it had improvements in every technical aspect. The graphics are incredible, sometimes even looking like a movie with real people. The gameplay is awesome as well, and every fight is just as violent and satisfying as it should be. The way the AI of the enemies work is quite good and the way they communicate with each other whileComparing this sequel to the first one, I can tell that it had improvements in every technical aspect. The graphics are incredible, sometimes even looking like a movie with real people. The gameplay is awesome as well, and every fight is just as violent and satisfying as it should be. The way the AI of the enemies work is quite good and the way they communicate with each other while fighting you makes it feel realistic and serious. Playing it with a headset makes the expercience even more engaging. The sounds are top-notch, they will emerse you even more with the environment and sometimes even scare you in some horror parts.
    Although the game seems perfect so far, it is not. The main factor in this game is the story. And even though I can understand and actually like some choices they took with the plot, most of it seems like they pushed it too far to have a story to tell in this game. The writting is good but it had so much more potential if they had gone with a saffer route. This gets evident when the most memorable parts of the game are a few flashbacks to the time when the first game ended.
    Summing all this up, the game is far from being bad and I actually had a good time playing it, but if you compare it directly to the first game, it stands quite behind, since that one raised the bar really high.    … Expand
  11. Benji1kenobi
    Jul 12, 2020
    0
    The first Last of Us was by far one of the best stories ever told in a game... Part 2 has to be one of the worst. I eased through it and completed it. I gave it a chance. Through the bland pointless mind numbing repetitive less than lukewarm gameplay I pressed on. The beautiful landscapes and art work could only distract me for so long. There is no originality in this game in regards toThe first Last of Us was by far one of the best stories ever told in a game... Part 2 has to be one of the worst. I eased through it and completed it. I gave it a chance. Through the bland pointless mind numbing repetitive less than lukewarm gameplay I pressed on. The beautiful landscapes and art work could only distract me for so long. There is no originality in this game in regards to the story..... there is NO actual story and any chance there could have been was destroyed. It is bits and pieces of actual nothingness just to reach an end that was extremely rushed and void of any actual work put into it. I will break the disc into tiny pieces lock it in a box, dig a deep dark hole throw it in, fill it with gas and light in on fire. When the fire is out, I will pour concrete in and top it off with a thin layer of dirt. Drastic you say,....I just would hate to be responsible for putting someone through the misery and time waste that I just went through. Jokes aside, Naughty Dog had an opportunity to do something beyond anything done before. Instead, they dropped a nuke on it so there would be no coming back.… Expand
  12. madm1ke
    Jul 12, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Amazing game with unexpected twists, great gameplay, great graphics, great story, but i wish certain characters wouldn't get killed.… Expand
  13. Kesagake
    Jul 12, 2020
    9
    A well-crafted, entertaining, and harrowing tale of revenge and loss. A must-play for anyone with good taste.
  14. lmontan
    Jul 12, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Game is great I enjoy more than part 1 and consider it one of my favorite.



    Spoiler....



    If you can’t deal with Joel death move on but don’t hate, Joel was always the villain.
    I can’t wait for an Abby dlc and Joel stand-alone before elli so we can see the real Joel when he was a smuggler.    … Expand
  15. Tjp3794
    Jul 12, 2020
    10
    Story- One of the best I’ve ever experienced in a game. Acting and writing is on another level.
    Gameplay-Incredible, fun, creative, and immersive. Very well done.
    Visuals-Unreal. Even on PS4 slim, it looks so good.

    Overall- This is hands down one of the best modern games ever made. The critic reviews are spot on. Those review bombing have a obviously never played the game.
  16. BlairT92
    Jul 12, 2020
    10
    Masterful storytelling and incredible gameplay. It might not be the story you want but it’s her story and a story that needed to be told. Only in a medium like games can something such as this game do something like this and impact your soul and shake it up a bit. It needs to be a game that is experienced by all that can.
  17. Phi28577
    Jul 12, 2020
    6
    Gameplay was fun, areas were interesting with replay value and graphics were excellent. The story was all over the place and seemed to drag in the back third. I believe abbys story should’ve been its own game or dlc. The biggest Logic problem was the ease of Long distance travel compared with first game. This easily could’ve been a character development section and left room for expandedGameplay was fun, areas were interesting with replay value and graphics were excellent. The story was all over the place and seemed to drag in the back third. I believe abbys story should’ve been its own game or dlc. The biggest Logic problem was the ease of Long distance travel compared with first game. This easily could’ve been a character development section and left room for expanded Joel/Ellie interactions.… Expand
  18. Francio
    Jul 3, 2020
    10
    Loved it, the story is so amazing and I felt so emotional in the end. It was definitely a 10/10 experience.
  19. jannik_1904
    Jul 12, 2020
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Spielerisch und grafisch ist The Last of Us Part II eine absolute Wucht und überzeugt auf ganzer Linie. Das Pacing hingegen hat schon deutlichere Schwächen. Nach dem dritten Ort, den man zunächst nur aus der Ferne sieht, um sich einen Weg dorthin zu schlagen, wird es schon eintönig. Das Gameplay besteht schließlich nur aus drei Aspekten: Kämpfen bzw. schleichen, looten und kleineren oder größeren Rätseln.
    Nachdem Abby auch noch eine eigene Charakterprogression hat, mit eigene Level-Ups und Sammelobjekte, fand ich das Spiel schon arg gestreckt. Mit einer Spielzeit von 12–15 Stunden hätte ich besser leben können als mit 22 Stunden.
    Zumal wurde auch versucht, den Spieler zu täuschen. Trailer wurden manipuliert und die ganze Marketingmaschinerie war auf Joel und Ellie ausgerichtet. Lediglich ein Trailer von der PGS 2017 hat Abby gezeigt. Ob mir das Spiel bei einer anderen Erwartungshaltung besser gefallen hätte, sei mal dahingestellt.
    Leider überzeugt das Wichtigste, die Geschichte, nicht und dadurch wird auch das Gesamtbild arg runtergezogen. Durch unlogisches Verhalten wie von Joel vor seinem Tod, von Abby, nachdem ihr Leben mehrere Male gerettet wurde, oder von Ellie, die Abby verschont. Da Abby Joel zu Beginn tötet, war ich nicht mehr bereit, ihre Seite der Geschichte zu erleben, und war vielleicht zu voreingenommen.
    Aber es hätte viel besser sein können: Neil Druckmann hat in einem Podcast gesagt, dass sie die Struktur zuerst anders geplant hatten. Man hätte Abby zuerst gespielt und nach und nach in Jackson ihre Geschichte herausgefunden. (https://youtu.be/xxpZDBpM-h8?t=130)
    Und genau das wäre auch mein Vorschlag gewesen, wie mir die Geschichte besser gefallen hätte. Als erstes Abby zu spielen, um ihre Sicht der Dinge, ohne Vorurteile, zu erleben. Zudem hätte Joel auch Vertrauen zu ihr aufgebaut, da sie schon länger in Jackson wäre. So wäre Joels Tod glaubwürdiger. Zudem hätte Abby so sympathischer aufgebaut werden können. Auch hätte sie einen inneren Zwiespalt erleben können, ob es nötig ist, Rache an Joel zu üben. Nach diesem Teil hätte sie Joel töten können und Ellie wäre auf Rachezug gegangen. So hätte auch das Ende mehr Sinn ergeben, da auch Ellie die Motive von Abby besser verstehen und auch sie einen inneren Zwiespalt erleben würde.

    Alternativ hätte auch zuerst Abby in Seattle spielen werden können, um nach und nach aufklären zu müssen, durch wen ihre Freunde ermordeten wurden. In der Progression hätte dann auch die Hintergrundgeschichte von Abby erklärt werden können.
    Schade fand ich auch, dass so gut wie nichts über den Pilz oder die Infektion im Spiel vorkommen. In Part I ist die zentrale Handlung, ein Heilmittel herzustellen. In Part II ist davon nichts enthalten.
    Die Geschichte ist aber nicht durchgehend schlecht. Das Spiel hat auch seine Momente: Der ruhige Moment indem Ellie „Take on me“ singt oder die Flashbacks, an denen man merkt, was den ersten Teil ausgemacht hat und was Part II fehlt: Interaktion zwischen Joel und Ellie.    … Expand
  20. Galvantuia
    Jul 12, 2020
    10
    It is masterpiece in this year!!!
    Thank you Troy, Ashley, Neil and other... (I love u)
  21. Fmlfml
    Jul 12, 2020
    2
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Отвратительный сюжет, ну очень уж слабый! Игрока заставляют переживать ТОЛЬКО убивая персонажей, никакой более драмы. Если бы это было отдельной игрой, а не продолжением первой части, то было бы не так плохо, ведь те персонажи, которые нам полюбились, или безжалостно "убраны", либо изменены настолько, что являются полной противоположностью, не тем, чем были в первой части. Вместо этого всего в игру напичкали новых героев, на которых тебе похкр, ну нету к ним привязанности. Финал - отдельная песня. Элии убила 100500 человек, ради мести Эбби, но саму Эбби так и не убила? Да, нам показывали, что она сама просто мстила Джоэлу, но это видели мы, не Элли! С чего бы ей вдруг было её щадить? Ладно, кому-то сюжет может понравиться, не спорю, кто-то увидит в нем глубокий смысл, но я так не считаю. Кроме посредственного сюжета в игре присутствуют баги, но стоит отметить, что многие мелкие детали, как записи в дневнике, создают свою атмосферу. Графика не на последнем уровне, саундтрек неплохой, на этом все.
    В общем, не советую покупать эту игру.    … Expand
  22. Zerachiel
    Jun 23, 2020
    4
    The gameplay is the same thing as the first game, no innovation, the jump feature is worthless, what the game forces you to see and play is beyond reason, is sad how bad the story is, it seems naughty dog had an agenda to destroy what everybody loved of the first game. But I must say the technology used is amazing, acting is awesome, dialog and everything that involves the cinematic, IThe gameplay is the same thing as the first game, no innovation, the jump feature is worthless, what the game forces you to see and play is beyond reason, is sad how bad the story is, it seems naughty dog had an agenda to destroy what everybody loved of the first game. But I must say the technology used is amazing, acting is awesome, dialog and everything that involves the cinematic, I can't even imagine what could have they accomplish if they had a good story, no plot holes, 7 years for this. Is just sad.… Expand
  23. GreyWarden
    Jul 12, 2020
    9
    Its heartbreaking but clever! i never thougt id get over the twist but like it or not it just makes sence.
  24. desmortum
    Jul 12, 2020
    10
    Breaking the rules and barriers of what you can do and what you cannot, how you should tell a story, how you do characters and dialogs, how you design levels and mechanics, how you do a cutscenes, and how everything can look, game strikes a nuclear formula.

    Like a game before it, it's a testament to the generation and what industry achieved in all these years. It's one of the best games    Breaking the rules and barriers of what you can do and what you cannot, how you should tell a story, how you do characters and dialogs, how you design levels and mechanics, how you do a cutscenes, and how everything can look, game strikes a nuclear formula.

    Like a game before it, it's a testament to the generation and what industry achieved in all these years. It's one of the best games ever made and feels like a true art. Love it or hate, it's here, leaving us sleepless again, returning us to childhood when games were actually interesting. Leaving us eager for more...

    Objectively, even with all this hate taken into account, it deserves to be bought and played at least once worst case scenario. But honestly I think it's well worth buying PS4 now and PS5 this Christmas.    … Expand
  25. Ope18
    Jul 12, 2020
    10
    "You have enemies? Good. That means you’ve stood up for something, sometime in your life." The fact that this game is so polarizing is exactly why you should play it. If you want a fake fairy tale game with happy endings, this is not your game. Naughty Dog kept it real, and sometimes, real is messy. Apparently some fans cannot accept that. Well done Naughty Dog. Well done. An emotional"You have enemies? Good. That means you’ve stood up for something, sometime in your life." The fact that this game is so polarizing is exactly why you should play it. If you want a fake fairy tale game with happy endings, this is not your game. Naughty Dog kept it real, and sometimes, real is messy. Apparently some fans cannot accept that. Well done Naughty Dog. Well done. An emotional rollercoaster that was worth the wait. I cannot wait to play it again and again. And again.… Expand
  26. Leochung
    Jul 12, 2020
    0
    This game tells a very terrible story.It is very disrespectful to the previous work.Don't waste your money.
  27. Arabico
    Jul 12, 2020
    7
    Ótima jogabilidade, gráficos excelentes, mas a história deixa a desejar.
  28. JdizzleDog
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Sad that people are review bombing a great game. Even if you don’t like how the story went the game isn’t a 0, a 0 means no redeeming features which is not true at all.

    Regardless. Great game, great twists.    … Expand
  29. Nobilus_Mikami
    Jul 12, 2020
    10
    Shame on you review bombers, you have no respect for the incredible work from developers! gamers community has to grow up and to gain more maturity... This is maybe the only game that makes you feel it's realy more than a game, it's something else, never characters development has been more real and deep in the whole industry, all with a solid game mechanics and mind blowing graphics.Shame on you review bombers, you have no respect for the incredible work from developers! gamers community has to grow up and to gain more maturity... This is maybe the only game that makes you feel it's realy more than a game, it's something else, never characters development has been more real and deep in the whole industry, all with a solid game mechanics and mind blowing graphics.

    It's the ultimate complete solo non open world game experience that makes you think of it days after finishing it...    … Expand
  30. BeachyFlipFlop
    Jul 12, 2020
    4
    Loved the original so though I'd give this a try. Game mechanics are solid though nothing special. Artwork is beautiful.

    However the story line was awful, especially if one is even the tiniest bit emotionally invested in the original. It left me feeling like the lead on his title is a sadist who contemptuously loathes the customers buying his product. Overall a very un-fun and    Loved the original so though I'd give this a try. Game mechanics are solid though nothing special. Artwork is beautiful.

    However the story line was awful, especially if one is even the tiniest bit emotionally invested in the original. It left me feeling like the lead on his title is a sadist who contemptuously loathes the customers buying his product.

    Overall a very un-fun and un-entertaining experience -- the polar opposite of what a game is supposed to be.    … Expand
  31. SergeiZ
    Jul 12, 2020
    3
    Stunning graphics and design work. Just awesome.
    The miserable work of a screenwriter. The disgusting work of the director. Very boring stealth.
    I perfectly understand those who gives “2” or “0”, but to give a so low score with such a good work of artists is simply dishonest.
  32. ItsoXazarta
    Jul 12, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Buen juega Los que puntuan Mal son unos crios llorosos me pase El juego y esta bien no se por qur lloran tanto… Expand
  33. Chicken_Squad
    Jul 12, 2020
    10
    Perfect game. Concluded what was a fantastic first game and really pulled on the heart strings. I say concluded as that is more of a hope, the game has been so tense and traumatic, over the course of both games, that I am happy to end it with it being up there as the best series I have ever played.
  34. Terrb
    Jul 12, 2020
    0
    This game is comparable to the 32x add-on to the genesis, it adds to the original, but for all the wrong reasons. The original was well-written and at least I could sympathize with one of the main characters. It loses most of the values from the original, and the trailer load about several things involving Joel.
  35. Zhanichuk
    Jul 12, 2020
    10
    One of the most beatiful games on PS4, perfect gameplay, excellent sequel. Great story about hate and revenge, that violence breeds more violence. Fair desire at the beginning may give birth to the
    inequitable and terrible things, that makes good person merciless and cruel. Before the second part, you have to play the original one, in order to notice many interestin things, and understand    One of the most beatiful games on PS4, perfect gameplay, excellent sequel. Great story about hate and revenge, that violence breeds more violence. Fair desire at the beginning may give birth to the
    inequitable and terrible things, that makes good person merciless and cruel. Before the second part, you have to play the original one, in order to notice many interestin things, and understand behaviour of the main characters.    … Expand
  36. MarcusZhang
    Jul 12, 2020
    2
    This game is so bad that it basically ends the era of narrative driven games. All major studios will focus on open world now, which is rather sad. Video game has so much potential and dimensions in presenting unique stories and characters. How they messed this up, we probably will never know.
  37. cmezz
    Jul 12, 2020
    10
    Masterpiece. Pushed the norms beyond the Disneyfied, happy-go-lucky, everybody hugs and goes home or protagonist vs antagonist formula.

    Told and experienced through some very interesting and understandable dynamics between characters.

    There's a lot of snowflakes around these times, buy this is exactly what we needed and I applaud Naughty Dog for this accomplishment. Superb production.
  38. AnimeNagibator
    Jul 12, 2020
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. В целом игра норм но финал просто ужас
    Мстить , убивать кучу людей чтобы в конце помиловать ,.    … Expand
  39. sketch98
    Jul 12, 2020
    5
    I played the original probably a dozen times over the past 7 years. I gave up on this one about 6 hours in from boredom and had more fun spoiling myself by reading the plot summary on Wikipedia.
    Critics are rating this highly because they are judging it as an "experience". Gamers are rating this lowly because we are judging it as a game.
    My rating is entirely due to the game's technical merit.
  40. ShadyAdy
    Jul 12, 2020
    10
    Quite simply gobsmacked at how thought provoking this game has been. A huge fan of its predecessor, I was, like many fans I'm sure, anticipating this title way more than any other release this year. Promo trailers and pre-release gameplay footage aside, I managed to go into the game blind... almost. Despite trying to deftly avoid all spoilers following the controversial leaks at the end ofQuite simply gobsmacked at how thought provoking this game has been. A huge fan of its predecessor, I was, like many fans I'm sure, anticipating this title way more than any other release this year. Promo trailers and pre-release gameplay footage aside, I managed to go into the game blind... almost. Despite trying to deftly avoid all spoilers following the controversial leaks at the end of April, ultimately one key scene managed to slip through my net. However, I was determined not to let this ruin my enjoyment of the game - if anything the furore and inexplicably vitriolic waves of hostility that were being levelled at the game that erupted online only served to strengthen my resolve to play it first and make my own mind up how I felt. Well, having done that (twice now, already), I can safely state that this game has not been a disappoint. Sure, certain story beats hit hard, but that's exactly what I was counting on from the get go - I wasn't expecting a happy-go-lucky road movie adventure. We all knew that this was going to be a darker, revenge-oriented story, and even way back when the very first teaser trailer was released, some of the fan ase plot theories that immediately started circulating really weren't so wide of the mark, so certain key plot elements shouldn't have been such a leap of disbelief. As for the narrative, it's brilliantly written. The sterling performances from the entire cast really help flesh out this world - even the NPC dialogue feels so much more naturalistic, especially during combat - I was utterly riveted once I got fully immersed in palm-sweatingly tense slealth, mêlée combat and gunplay encounters with this infinitely more realistic array of foes. And as to the horror quotient: there are some genuinely harrowing jump-scares and breath-holdingly creepy encounters that kept me glued, unblinking, to my TV screen. There are some brilliantly vertiginous, stomach-turning key sequences too. In fact, at times, the entire game feels like a long string of finely crafted set-pieces. It does suffer a little with pacing issues at times, but as a gamer who likes to take their time and get their money's worth, this really didn't bother me all that much. My first playthrough took me a smidge over 50 hours, my second, 45 or so. Ker-ching. Gameplay-wise, there are improvements to the overall mechanics that make this so much more fluid and satisfying. I've played the original through probably a dozen times now since its release - and I can see myself returning to The Last Of Us Part II for many repeat visits to come.… Expand
  41. LinnSamuel
    Jul 8, 2020
    10
    How could somebody give this masterpiece a bad rating? Are you all serious? This is one of the greatest games I've ever played - if not THE greatest.
  42. Moles
    Jul 12, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The Last of Us is my favourite game of all time so I was excited for the sequel, even though I got spoiled about one of the major events. This event sounded questionable but I decided to wait for contexts like many of the critic reviews said to before I judged it. My thoughts on the game overall by the end was graphics 10/10, gameplay 9/10, story 3/10. The story just killed my enjoyment of The Last of Us Part 2 completely. It is so terribly written. There are some good moments, which is why the story gets a 3 and not a 0 but they in no way make up for the awful story choices that are made. Joel's relationship with Ellie is spat upon, characters make ridiculous choices, and the mystery woman, played by Laura Bailey, is, in my opinion, the worst video game character of all time. This character and the way she is portrayed is one of the big reasons why the story is so bad. Not only that but the ending is just awful. It completely undoes the message they were trying to tell and makes everything feel pointless. Again, the graphics and gameplay are amazing, but I just did not want to replay the game and witness such a terrible story. I returned the game yesterday. 4/10. The graphics, gameplay and some story elements are good but since the overall story is so important to The Last of Us Part 2 , and most of that story is horrible, I had to give it a 4. Now, whenever I replay the original The Last of Us, I am going to have to pretend that this disaster never happened. fgdg… Expand
  43. DerDidaktiker
    Jul 12, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I have to admit I've just finished TLOU2 today after I had bought on release date. And I've been hearing the quarrels about this game and always tried to avoid them to make my own experience.
    And after all that, it is a really good game and I enjoyed every second of it. I can understand both point of views. However, I won't understand and talk to the people who are complaining about transsexual characters or that Abby is simply too ugly or similar s**** like this.
    It's shocking and in some way frustrating if the polt twist contains a change of characters and nobody wanted to play Joel's killer. But Naughty Dog tried something new and they did it really good.
    I've never went really warm with Abby and I would have changed a few things concerning story telling and plot holes, but I will never regret buying this game.    … Expand
  44. Jhals
    Jul 12, 2020
    9
    Naughty Dog has improved on all the aspects of the first game. Graphics, gameplay, and a more high stakes story is present in The Last of us Pt2. The game is emotionally exhaustive in a way unlike any game I have ever played. This unrelenting adherence to it's commitment to make the player feel challenged is the type of artistic choice that consistently sets this series apart from otherNaughty Dog has improved on all the aspects of the first game. Graphics, gameplay, and a more high stakes story is present in The Last of us Pt2. The game is emotionally exhaustive in a way unlike any game I have ever played. This unrelenting adherence to it's commitment to make the player feel challenged is the type of artistic choice that consistently sets this series apart from other games. This game left me grappling with the themes and morals of the story for days after I completed it. This game is a driving force inof Innovation in video games. Only real problem I had was the pacing outside of the opening act.… Expand
  45. Alexis06jp
    Jul 12, 2020
    10
    Te deja una buena moraleja, aparte de que tiene unos hermosos gráficos, tiene una buena jugabilidad
  46. Icarus85
    Jul 12, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Muyyyy buena jugabilidad ..molesta un poco que te obligan a jugar con un personaje que le tienes cero empatía, aunque con el paso del juego eso cambia un poco pero muy poco… Expand
  47. necloux
    Jul 12, 2020
    10
    A flawed masterpiece, greate attemptation which expanded the possibility of video game.
  48. Txavic
    Jul 12, 2020
    10
    Ok so unless you have the maturity of someone who has never read a book or watched a good script movie, you’ll like the game AND the surprising unlinear and unconventional good story. But if you are conservative and immature gameplayer who doesn’t appreciate to be surprised, this game is not for you. A masterpiece of B side, to be fully appreciated on the next years. Loved it.
  49. nevioli
    Jul 12, 2020
    9
    I gave a 9 just because I'm comparing it with the first game and in the first the game ended with a chilling sensation I never felt before or since while playing a video game. I understand Part II is polarizing when you have a bunch of 14 year olds playing it and can't handle main characters being rightfully killed off. However, as with many, I've been waiting on this for longer than II gave a 9 just because I'm comparing it with the first game and in the first the game ended with a chilling sensation I never felt before or since while playing a video game. I understand Part II is polarizing when you have a bunch of 14 year olds playing it and can't handle main characters being rightfully killed off. However, as with many, I've been waiting on this for longer than I have waited for anything other than The Winds of Winter and I can say with 100% certainty that Naughty Dog delivered. Thank you.… Expand
  50. freepora
    Jul 12, 2020
    1
    What the hell.. i really dont understand the story.. and the director of this game literally ruined heart of all fans
  51. Atravelingpeach
    Jul 12, 2020
    4
    This game tries to do what the Dishonored Series has already done in a better way. It believes itself to be telling a deep story of “revenge is bad” but it fails to recognize that justice and revenge are two sides to the same coin. In a world where there is no external justice, communities have to protect themselves and take their own justice. This game ignores that nuance, instead delvingThis game tries to do what the Dishonored Series has already done in a better way. It believes itself to be telling a deep story of “revenge is bad” but it fails to recognize that justice and revenge are two sides to the same coin. In a world where there is no external justice, communities have to protect themselves and take their own justice. This game ignores that nuance, instead delving into a weird, “killing people who came to your town, hunted, tortured, and murdered one of your own should be forgiven.” That’s not how society works. That’s never been how society works. That’s literally why our society has jury nullification, because sometimes we all agree that revenge killing is justice(I.e., in recent years, the father in Texas who killed his daughter’s rapist with a shotgun). We see two paths laid out in the game: Ellie, who’s father figure is brutally tortured and His corpse desecrated in front of her, by invaders who came to her community and tried to kill her and her uncle. She hunts them down and executed them quickly, and only in self defense(with the exception of Nora, an enemy combatant that she tortures for information on the rest of the invaders). And then there is Abby’s path. Abby is out for torture and blood and pain. We see her mercilessly torture others with no emotional reckoning after the fact, we see her betray and turn on her own companions, and yet the game repeatedly tries to instill that Abby’s path was justice, not revenge, whereas Ellie’s path is revenge, not justice. They utterly failed at their own theme or any sense of nuance and it makes the entire game ring hollow. Ironically, a play series written in 400 BC dealt with the theme of the boundary between societal justice and personal revenge ENORMOUSLY better than this. It’s called the Orestia cycle, and I highly recommend that the writers of this game look into it. The playwright concludes in the end that revenge only becomes unjustified when there is an external force to administer justice.… Expand
  52. MPG92
    Jul 12, 2020
    10
    So many bold decisions were made to continue the story, and I see why It doesn’t necessarily speak to those looking for a more formulaic and traditional game. These stories feel like a good book—they make you care for well-written, three-dimensional characters who aren’t perfect, but in fact quite flawed. This isn’t a story about heroes and villains, but a story about how humans respond toSo many bold decisions were made to continue the story, and I see why It doesn’t necessarily speak to those looking for a more formulaic and traditional game. These stories feel like a good book—they make you care for well-written, three-dimensional characters who aren’t perfect, but in fact quite flawed. This isn’t a story about heroes and villains, but a story about how humans respond to violence, pain, loss, and mourning, and the cycle of violence that arises from harm and revenge.

    Technically, the visuals are breathtaking, the gameplay is fun and nerve racking with simple yet challenging mechanics topped with excellent animations, beautiful and detailed environments, and too-quality graphics. Naughty Dog just doesn’t disappoint. 10/10    … Expand
  53. artanik
    Jul 12, 2020
    8
    OK, it's not the original and some of the "politically correct" themes at times feel artificial, which doesn't help with the story, but it's still a great game and the story is still engaging. And of course the gameplay and the graphics are amazing.
  54. kirioroshi
    Jul 12, 2020
    0
    Waste of money and poor those development team that for a lousy money would do anything and I mean anything... All over traces of wicked and evil propaganda, this is of games are created to destroy manhood, how can a man play this garbage.
  55. redhoodcrow
    Jul 12, 2020
    10
    Its not the masterpiece that we were waiting, but it's a masterpiece that we didn't know that we need it
  56. failedprO
    Jul 12, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Это шедевр,не знаю почему так много плохих отзывов,но душевной и драматичной игры нет, концовка просто супер… Expand
  57. cammy_thomp
    Jul 12, 2020
    10
    The last of Us is one of the greatest games of all time and my personal favourite, as a result I felt no game would live up to the original. BUT naughty dog knocked it outta the park with this one. The game follow this 'pulp fiction' type structure jumping back and forwards and around. Yes, the game throws us a huge curveball at the start but I felt this was fantastic storytelling. I loveThe last of Us is one of the greatest games of all time and my personal favourite, as a result I felt no game would live up to the original. BUT naughty dog knocked it outta the park with this one. The game follow this 'pulp fiction' type structure jumping back and forwards and around. Yes, the game throws us a huge curveball at the start but I felt this was fantastic storytelling. I love everything about this game and struggle to see why fans are upset, I for one felt covercome with emitions and a felling of saddnes. Great Game!… Expand
  58. Yeetasaurus
    Jul 12, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Honestly, why are you people review bombing this game, it is fantastic if you actually sit down and **** play it. Yes it has lesbian relationship in it and it may not be your cup of tea but it's hardly really the main thing in the story, the first part of the game is set up and if you base all you know about this game off of that then you're an idiot. If you play any longer than that then you'll see that the story has a lot to tell. Seriously guys just play the game whole game before making a review.… Expand
  59. Crazyfrknzombie
    Jul 12, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The Last Of Us 2, darkest most depressing game indeed, the ending was darker than anyone would expect. I almost had a stroke watching it. I love it because it managed to make me more confused and speechless and sad while at the same time teaching a lesson about revenge. My rating of this game is not what other ppl would say
    Story: 8/10 because the order was a bit messy Gameplay: 9/10 because there were some minor glitches that happen very rarely Details: 10/10
    Accessibility: 10/10
    Political Point Of View: 1/10 because it supports LGBT and feminism
    Level Design: 10/10
    Realism (Story): 10/10 Realism (Gameplay): 8/10 bots barely see you in sneak gameplay if you’re at Normal difficulty or below but would be more realistic in higher difficulties
    Quality: 10/10
    Lip syncing: 10/10
    Facial expressions: 10/10
    Emotions: 10/10
    Message: 10/10    … Expand
  60. Gorlarmi
    Jul 12, 2020
    10
    By showing the character's humanity (that is, their strengths and flaws as 'people'), it created what I feel is an authentic and 'real' sequel for part 1 and what would be expected for a story-based survival/horror game; supported by excellent voice acting, animation and understated soundtrack.
  61. Cocasmar
    Jun 21, 2020
    10
    Game of the year 2020, naughty dog made a beautiful work in the development of the game.
  62. J_COLE
    Jul 12, 2020
    10
    A sequel disinterested in 'more of the same.'

    The Last of Us Part II transcends the question of “what happens next?” by carefully unpacking the events of its predecessor and using them as a platform to convey the impact that loss, trauma and revenge have on the human spirit.
  63. Bakinovskij
    Jul 12, 2020
    4
    Animations, soundtrack, video quality are grate, but unfortunately that is the only good thing I can say about the game. Game-play is boring. The story is trivial but it MUST be the main selling point! It isn't "The Last of Us" I knew. Don't buy this game, don't defile your memories about the first part.
  64. Diyar458
    Jul 12, 2020
    10
    Such a fantastic Game!!!!!Great Gameplay, the graphics are Insane,just a masterpiece
  65. Zaba
    Jul 12, 2020
    10
    I loved the first game, and loved this too. It's not perfect, but in my opinion no game can be, so a 10/10 score for me is reserved for something which is unique or achieves something no other game can. I'd rate TLOU1 and RDR2 10/10 as well. I felt strong emotions playing the first game and this hit me even harder. It was painful but absolutely worth it in my book. Great job by everyoneI loved the first game, and loved this too. It's not perfect, but in my opinion no game can be, so a 10/10 score for me is reserved for something which is unique or achieves something no other game can. I'd rate TLOU1 and RDR2 10/10 as well. I felt strong emotions playing the first game and this hit me even harder. It was painful but absolutely worth it in my book. Great job by everyone who made this amazing experience.… Expand
  66. BlinxNinety
    Jul 12, 2020
    10
    This game blew my mind, amazing set pieces. Sounds and looks amazing. Gameplay was fun, if not a little overwhelming at times. Story was great. Not as good as the last one story wise but everything else was cranked to 11 on this one. Looking forward to replaying next year
  67. Ignotusverum
    Jul 12, 2020
    1
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Pretty decent first part of the game, gameplay and world building is done very good. Story desired to be better… Expand
  68. DanM220
    Jul 12, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Story:Most people would disagree with this opinion but I really enjoyed the game, there were flaws with it, the story was a bit drawn out, I would have liked to play as Joel more and have less time with Abby, I think the emotions the game gives are things that not many other games have done, the sadness when Joel dies and the conflicting feelings when fighting Ellie with Abby and actually wanting to lose

    Graphics: amazing graphic 10/10 best of the generation no doubt, I understand how people might not like the story but giving the game anything from a 0-4 is unfair just for this reason

    Gameplay: also a 10/10 for the gameplay - builds from the last game but also stays true to its core, the dodge button and prone made the gameplay much better, saying that there’s no difference from the first game is just a lie, from the silencer to the new guns and Ellie’s knife and the new infected and boss fight Overall the small problems I had with the story didn’t ruin the game for me rather just stopped it from being a 9,10/10 but if u could I’d give the game somewhere between 7 and 8    … Expand
  69. Zero228
    Jul 12, 2020
    10
    Wow.This game best game year!I like this game.Wow.I will replay and replay this beautiful game.I don't understand people who put a score below 5.
  70. Fislegybdidian
    Jul 12, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Слишком много Эбби и нужно было больше отношений между Элли и Дины… Expand
  71. yorkiegod
    Jul 12, 2020
    10
    It's a great and awesome game. Storytelling and gameplay is even better than in part one. People who are hating it, are doing this because they can't handle death and sadness in the game. That's not very mature.
  72. Tokage
    Jul 12, 2020
    8
    Очень неоднозначно. Являясь фанатом серии я ждал выхода с нетерпением, оформил предзаказ и всячески изучал разные материалы по игре. И вот, я её прошёл. С точки зрения графики и геймплея игра- шедевр с большой буквы. Привычные механики из первой части переработаны так, что хочется всю игру кидаться бутылками и кирпичами, да возить мусорные тележки, но вот сюжет... Я понял все сюжетныеОчень неоднозначно. Являясь фанатом серии я ждал выхода с нетерпением, оформил предзаказ и всячески изучал разные материалы по игре. И вот, я её прошёл. С точки зрения графики и геймплея игра- шедевр с большой буквы. Привычные механики из первой части переработаны так, что хочется всю игру кидаться бутылками и кирпичами, да возить мусорные тележки, но вот сюжет... Я понял все сюжетные повороты и решения сценаристов, но повествование построено очень небрежно. Это великая игра, как не крути, но из-за неоднозначных решений сценаристов 4 звезды. Несмотря на это игра никого не оставит равнодушным. Советую каждому, кто играл в первую часть пройти и вторую, это того стоит.… Expand
  73. deatlyligthen
    Jul 11, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I see all the people saying that they hate playing as Abby and they despise her. I understand them, she killed Joel in a horrible way, like a monster. I wasn't thrilled to play as Abby also and I was very mad at her and wanted to see Ellie kill her brutally, the same way she did to Joel,
    but when you get to know her and listen to her story and her perspective of the world it makes you empathize with her. Because Joel killed two things for her 1) Her dad (in a very brutal way, I believe that he could just push him away or knock him out, and not shove a syringe down his throat) 2) Any hope for a vaccine/cure for the infection, and hope for a better world, a saved world.
    All that just so he won't lose Ellie, which, became like a daughter for him. I understand why he did it but I really didn't agree with it. So I can understand Abby, not agree or justify her actions, but understand them. This game is way more complex then good-evil/wrong-right/Villain-hero
    I think its a beautiful game and it has a really awesome gameplay mechanics and overall very fun game to play and get into it. I'm not giving it 10/10 because It failed to connect me to the characters and really empathize with them as the first one did. And I didn't get emotional with this game like the first game. I believe that many of the deaths in this game were not dealt with, and you didn't feel anything for them because the player didn't show any emotion to their death (Manny/Jessie ) and just forgot about them. Unlike the first game, Tess's death does have an impact on Joel's and Ellie's journey. Maybe not a huge one, but they don't just brush it away, they tend to it and Ellie tries to talk about it. I think that the meaning and impact of death were lacked in the second game. Other than that its a beautiful and amazing game. 9/10    … Expand
  74. batosai
    Jun 20, 2020
    0
    everything its ok in this game except the story its sucks!! if the last of us was a movie i still ok with it, but the last us is a game, player have put effort for it, what's the point of playing this game, if the game it self doesn't have it?
  75. reaper3893
    Jul 9, 2020
    1
    A WASTED OPPORTUNITY WITH A GAME THAT NEVER NEEDED TO EXIST

    So I've been playing The Last of Us Part ll at my pace consuming everything properly and OOF - It hurts me because I've never played a game which is such technical marvel, peak of PS4's performance as of now, yet the story structure seems like it's written by a nuthead kid's understanding of what it means to be 'deep' or 'dark'.    A WASTED OPPORTUNITY WITH A GAME THAT NEVER NEEDED TO EXIST

    So I've been playing The Last of Us Part ll at my pace consuming everything properly and OOF - It hurts me because I've never played a game which is such technical marvel, peak of PS4's performance as of now, yet the story structure seems like it's written by a nuthead kid's understanding of what it means to be 'deep' or 'dark'.
    And mind you, it's absolutely nothing related to the LGBTQ representation etc. - those are more natural and digestible parts of the story.
    It's about the plothole-riddled mess of a story which gives up on itself halfway and you're left feeling meaningless about this 'personal vendetta'.
    You should play TLOU2 once ONLY if you don't give a damn about character development, story writing, structuring of the story for building a bond with the player and VERY MUCH visible story inconsistencies. Apart from these, the game is **** masterpiece, which is where it breaks me, you go through these amazing levels, tense gameplay moments, gorgeous vistas, phenomenal sound design experience, feeling better and expecting better out of the game only to be kicked back by the story, into realising how mediocre it is.
    The entire story by far reeks of a very badly directed Netflix show.
    The character development is the poorest, Joel doesn't feel like Joel, Ellie isn't Ellie, the side characters like Jesse, Owen, Mel etc are way better developed and have more dimensions to them than the leads.
    The person who actually needs introduction first - Abby, is kept from player's understanding for majority of the game when she's the one who should be introduced and connected to the player first.

    It's like Neil Druckmann forget how to write and direct after Bruce Straley and Amy Hennig left Naughty Dog and now you see how much his stuff is worth, straight nose-dive faceplanted on the ground from the success of Uncharted 4.

    And their marketing did a piss poor job by setting up fake moments in trailer which NEVER happen in the actual game to reel-in customers with false advertising.

    Oh and a note, if you're buying this game because you love The Last Of Us Part l, please don't, you're coming in to see how a person with zero story writing and direction skills wastes the talent and time of a studio full of RAD developers, designers, artists, animators, voice actors to fulfill his broken vision of the game.
    Huge respect to Naughty Dog production studio for the technical marvel of a game, it's sad to see how just one apple in this amazing basket ruins the entire package.

    This game will stand as a testimony of how even with the most state-of-the-art tech, phenomenal graphics and intriguing gameplay, your game will fall flat if the story ain't worth it.

    Please note, these are my individual opinions based on my hands-on gameplay. Your experience and opinions are bound to vary. Thanks for reading.    … Expand
  76. garot
    Jul 12, 2020
    10
    Game is amazing, long story, great moments and amazing graphics and sound. I played second time and recomendet for all ND fans.
  77. Bane446
    Jul 12, 2020
    10
    (Spoiler free)
    Trust me.. it took me a while figuring out if I should play this game with the ongoing controversy going on. I trust me on this! This game is mindblowing! Even the word masterpiece is not enough to describe the past of us part 2 just play it yourself.
  78. Darkfurno
    Jul 12, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The Last of Us Part 2 is probably one of the best games that I have ever played. There are so many just beautiful things about the game, one of which is obviously the stunning graphics and another being the brilliant game play. But contrary to what many seem to be saying, it also has a masterfully written story that makes you question your actions while seeking your revenge after the death of Joel. Now... the death of Joel is something that many seem mad about, but in all honesty, there is nothing wrong with his death, it is realistic, it makes us face the harsh reality of the world that is The Last of Us. While I do agree that Joel died a bit early, it is in no way detrimental to the story whatsoever and gives you a drive to push through the many violent encounters to find Abby.

    Now that we have gotten to the subject, I think that Abby is a brilliant character that had the unfortunate role of being the one to kill Joel. When comparing Ellie and Abby you see that there are many parallels between the two and the seem to follow the constant idea of 'If I ever were to lose you, I'd surely lose myself'. Yes, as a hardcore Ellie fan, it was heartbreaking to play as Abby and try to kill Ellie, but it also let's us realize that Ellie and Joel aren't the only people in this world who have lost people, Ellie and Joel are not the only people who feel, there are consequences to out actions.

    The flashbacks were emotional, with the Birthday flashback possibly being my favorite segment of the game, and once you get to the end you come to realize that the death of Joel not only ripped Ellie of her father figure, but also her chance to forgive Joel, again reinforcing the idea of how cruel and spontaneous this world can be.

    The ending was also one of the best endings I have ever seen, bringing me to tears as I saw the aftermath of Ellie's revenge, missing two fingers and unable to play the guitar the Joel gave her, all the while Abby is still alive. Leaving Abby alive was something that I was very mad about when I heard about the ending initially, but when I finally played to the end, I realised that this was what I as the player wanted, I just waned Ellie to stop this senseless violence, to move on. Having Abby on the verge of death had me thinking 'Is this even worth it any more?". I'm glad this ending really resonated with me but I can understand how many would not like this.

    This game was beautiful, again, one of the best games that I have ever played and is certainly worth a play. Don't judge the game before playing it and try not to go into it with anger about the spoilers in mind or a belief that Joel is an invincible hero that is not susceptible to change, otherwise your experience will be ruined. If you do go into it with an open mind as Troy Baker said, I am confident that you will love the game.    … Expand
  79. Pidge333
    Jul 12, 2020
    0
    A slap in the face to fans of the last of us terrible story with motivations that make no sense completely ruined any good will built in first game wont be buying last of us 3 or joel 2 and ellie 2 also known as abbie and lily/liev my advice dont play it if you enjoyed the first game protect them memorys as this game will ruin them.
  80. gary_chen
    Jul 12, 2020
    0
    Too much bad stuff to describe, amateur director, cheat on trailer, personality of all characters in first part TLOU are different, Ellie is not Ellie, Joel is not Joel..., Again, Too much bad stuff to describe!
  81. Valiente122
    Jul 12, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Last of us 2 es un juegazo yo lo termine y es magnifico me gusto mucho pero es mal comprendido por muchos que ni siquiera lo han jugado y si lo han hecho no se puede decir que estuvo malo es lo mas parecido que un partido de liga sacan del partido al jugador estrella pero el juego sigue en ida y vuelta momentazos de peligro en las 2 areas al final termina empate y se van a largue extenuados y cansados el partido a muerte tiene que definirse pero una inesperada tormenta acaba el partido y los equipos regresan cada quien a su cancha y ahi es donde neil druckman tendra que ver como sale airoso como director de los jackson en una epica tercera parte final que como se vera sera el volver de las luciernagas espero como giro de trama que quizas sobrevivio marlene estuvo mal herida y al estar cerca del hospital la estabilizaron y ella sea la villana se la dejo como tarea en resumen juegazo tiene toda la esencia de un last of us y para loreniita90 que son piezas no herramientasy los tambaleantes son los enemlos enemigos nuevos joder.… Expand
  82. Mel19021981
    Jul 12, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I really liked the second part of the story. At the beginning i thought playing both characters would be difficult, but it wasn't. It was good for me to see, that there's not only black and white, good and Bad.… Expand
  83. deetsay
    Jul 12, 2020
    10
    Finished the game on Hard in about three weeks. In the first Last of Us game, I got uncomfortable about getting practically no choice but to go murder lots of people. This time it was even more uncomfortable practically all the time, but I think they managed to make it more intentional and clear -- it's not supposed to be comfortable.

    So I actually preferred the plot in part 2, although    Finished the game on Hard in about three weeks. In the first Last of Us game, I got uncomfortable about getting practically no choice but to go murder lots of people. This time it was even more uncomfortable practically all the time, but I think they managed to make it more intentional and clear -- it's not supposed to be comfortable.

    So I actually preferred the plot in part 2, although I'd say I was more driven by the thrill of the insane, gratuitous, brutal action scenes than anything else. I simply love the chaotic mess that most fights turn into. But rest assured the story is solid enough, and NOT "full of gaping plot holes" or failing at "subverting expectations".

    Gameplay-wise, I'd prefer larger sandboxes to these completely pre-scripted events. There certainly would have already been enough content in the game to make it a more open place with some optional side missions etc. If I had my way, in hard mode you'd need to go through a lot of optional missions and find all the "bonus rooms" to get everything upgraded, to have a chance at proceeding through some harder bosses. Now instead you'll just have a harder time getting upgrades, because of lesser resources. Fine, that works as a way to make the game harder, but as a competionist, I wasn't too happy to have to start a "new game+" to get everything maxxed out. Of course I appreciate the option, but would have preferred to do it in one run.

    Same complaint as the first game: For a game that carries a message of anti-violence (however hypocritical that may be), I'd love to see more options to solve the levels non-lethally, such as zip-tying enemies or taking a hostage. You can kind of take a hostage and hold a gun on someone
    for 3 seconds. Not sure if I missed something here, but it seems they just always struggle out of it, unless you kill them almost straight away.

    You can still sneak or run through most levels, but that essentially feels like you just skipped them.
    And the game doesn't award you for letting those people live. You'll just miss out on the ammo you could have found on them (and the excitement of the fight).

    My absolute favourite part was triggering the undead against the live enemies, hiding and letting them kill each other! I was so thrilled about that, and then quite disappointed afterwards, that there was the only that single encounter where you could do that.

    Graphically, animatically, cinematographically etc. not even the haters are contesting that it's the best-looking game ever, and runs near-perfect on a standard PS4 (like, what do we need the PS5 for?), so... Even with my small gripes a very solid 10/10 "interactive movie".    … Expand
  84. HClO4
    Jul 12, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A beautiful and captivating sequel that i really enjoyed to play through. After all the bad news and user critics I was skeptical first, but the experiment Naughty Dog dared turned out really great. Since a main character is murdered brutally in the beginning of the game, the further plot revolves around hate and revenge. By not only playing Elli, but also her opponent, the player can feel both points of view. Most things are not that simple as they seem to be. The game clearly shows that revenge is not a solution and can make things even worse. The graphics turnde out very good, but not great. I expected a little bit more. The levels were created rather open than linear, as it was in the first part. This leads to more interesting levels on the one hand, but a constant fear of overlooking something. The mechanic of playing both opponents was a interesting innovation, but i would have preferred to play both characters alternating rather than consecutively. All in all: A very good game definitely worth playing.… Expand
  85. reclur
    Jul 12, 2020
    10
    эта игра это великолепие во плоти если не лучше. я считаю что эту игру должен пройти каждый, но не каждый сможет её осилить и ее сильный сюжет в частности. Если вы хотите ощутить все великолепие геймдева на себе то вы обязаны ее купить и пройти.эта игра это великолепие во плоти если не лучше. я считаю что эту игру должен пройти каждый, но не каждый сможет её осилить и ее сильный сюжет в частности. Если вы хотите ощутить все великолепие геймдева на себе то вы обязаны ее купить и пройти.
  86. tldrdr
    Jul 12, 2020
    10
    This game is a masterpiece. The story, the graphics, everything. The story is powerful and touching and it simply left me feeling brokenhearted at the end.
  87. BrunoNincevic
    Jul 12, 2020
    10
    Awesome game. The graphics, gameplay, and the story. While it has few flaws its still very good
  88. tpolka7
    Jul 12, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Это шедевральная игра. Не понимаю почему люди так засрали ее. Сюжет мне понравился, но он не идеален в том плане, что людям подавай душещепательные истории, многие этого не понимают, поэтому хейтят игру за сюжет. Я думаю, что авторы хотели показать жизнь такой какая она есть: Джоэл- слабый человек, принял решение жизни за Элли; Эбби убивает Джоэла, но как по мне Джоэл тогда не понял, что произошло, а должен бы, чтобы усвоить урок; Элли начинает мстить всем людям, кто причастен в смерти Джоэла, она не разобралась во всем кто все эти люди (бывшие цикады), она даже не знала, что Джоэл убил отца Эбби. Элли тоже не идеальна, так как все равно продолжила мстить, после того как ее пощадили аж два раза. Хоть я и не очень шарю за жизнь и не знаю, как поступил бы сам примерно в такой же ситуации, но со стороны я все это вижу так. Геймплей абсолютно такой же как и в первой части, несмотря на некоторые нюансы, игра выглядит как продолжение первой части. Мало музыки в игре было, в первой части было больше музыки, которая подходила в разные момент, эта музыка очень важна, так как она поддерживает накал страстей, эмоций, и музыка из первой части очень подходила. На счет ЛГБТ повестки, я считаю, что не нужно пихать людям это в лицо, люди и сами разберутся, как им жить, людям непривычно видеть это везде, так как все привыкли, что мальчик с девушкой, а когда наоборот, то это выглядит странно, хотя может это и к лучшему, нужно привыкать ко всей этой теме.… Expand
  89. metacriticholly
    Jul 12, 2020
    10
    I was utterly obsessed with the Part I, equally so with Part II, and imagine (hope) will be the same for Part III.
  90. vermaprakhar13
    Jun 23, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Just an amazing game. Loved the story telling.
    There were some uncomfortable moments when you have to play from other POV. But it is a part of story which eventually makes sense and you get attached to other's motives.
    Great game.    … Expand
  91. Toxik590
    Jul 12, 2020
    10
    Nice game. Good and interesting story. Very nice graphics. Sometimes small mistakes, but it doesn't spoil the game in any way
  92. Kingford239
    Jul 12, 2020
    10
    Peoples personal feelings aside..the "video game" is awesome simply put i went in knowing at the end of the day im playing a "video game" hats off to the team at naughty dog you guys did what you had to do i cant wait for the next installment!
  93. anirban_sn
    Jul 12, 2020
    10
    Such a great game. Everyone should play this game, keep open-mind while playing. Don't expect a similar story like the Part 1. Gameplay wise its very similar to the Part 1. But the story is very different. Where the part 1 had very straight forward storyline, this one has very complicated story. Part 1 was all about Joel & Ellie, but this one is much bigger than just them. Gameplay is tooSuch a great game. Everyone should play this game, keep open-mind while playing. Don't expect a similar story like the Part 1. Gameplay wise its very similar to the Part 1. But the story is very different. Where the part 1 had very straight forward storyline, this one has very complicated story. Part 1 was all about Joel & Ellie, but this one is much bigger than just them. Gameplay is too much fun. Play in hard or survivor difficulty,Its much more intense and fun. I have no words for graphics, NaughtyDog just nailed it. This is the best looking game I have ever played in my life.
    Some people are just spreading negativity and hate about this game without even playing. Just ignore them. This game is a must buy.    … Expand
  94. Toosane123
    Jul 12, 2020
    10
    F**k all the negative reviews! Instead of complaining I trusted the developers artistic expression and played it through. It’s a masterpiece, the best game I have played!
  95. Bailey-elijah
    Jun 20, 2020
    3
    The story had no point in the long run + why did you had to play more as abby just imagine playing as micah in RD2D ... yeah would be unplayable just like this ****
  96. Merfkit
    Jul 12, 2020
    10
    As a person who thought that tlou part 1 is a greatest game ever I must admit that the second part now became my favorite game ever. Thank you Neil and all the team.
  97. Daotvali
    Jul 2, 2020
    10
    Сюжет стал на порядок взрослее, по сравнению с первой частью. Убивать людей стало намного сложней в моральном плане, поскольку ты уже не просто пытаешься выжить, а хочешь отомстить им. И хочется спросить и людей, которые ставят низкие оценкт, по поводу, якобы повестки от ЛГБТ, где вы тут увидели ЛГБТ, кроме поцелуев Дины и Элли?Сюжет стал на порядок взрослее, по сравнению с первой частью. Убивать людей стало намного сложней в моральном плане, поскольку ты уже не просто пытаешься выжить, а хочешь отомстить им. И хочется спросить и людей, которые ставят низкие оценкт, по поводу, якобы повестки от ЛГБТ, где вы тут увидели ЛГБТ, кроме поцелуев Дины и Элли?
  98. Ridd1337
    Jul 12, 2020
    2
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Ждал игру 5 лет в итоге получил одни разочарования.Сюжет завязан на месте Элли , что не лучший вариант для сюжета.Приходит какая-то бодибилдерша и убивает лучшие что есть в этой игре.Дальше главная героиня полная мести отправляется в Сиэтл и убивает всё что движется.Когда мы доходим до определённой точки, нам дают играть за Эбби.Мне вообще не хотелось ей сопереживать (Возможно если бы это была отдельная игра про неё, никак не связанная с прошлыми героями первой части то да , сопереживал бы ). Дальше по сюжету Эбби убивает друга Элли - Джесси (Это был единственный здравомыслящий персонаж, которого так и не раскрыли нормально). В итоге происходит битва на берегу с Эбби где Элли выигрывает,но перестаёт её душить и отпускает.Лучше дали бы выбор убить или отпустить.Два пальца из десяти или же два удара клюжкой для гольфа из десяти.… Expand
  99. Gojira_Plays
    Jul 12, 2020
    10
    In short, this is the first game in the last 7 years that has managed to cause me so many diverse emotions. Only because she succeeded she deserves 10 (subjectively).
    Technically, it is certainly not perfect, but at a more than high level. Graphics, atmosphere, sound, gameplay are all at a more than high level, literally everything.
    Questions can arise only to the script and characters.    In short, this is the first game in the last 7 years that has managed to cause me so many diverse emotions. Only because she succeeded she deserves 10 (subjectively).
    Technically, it is certainly not perfect, but at a more than high level. Graphics, atmosphere, sound, gameplay are all at a more than high level, literally everything.
    Questions can arise only to the script and characters. But believe me, playing, gradually, you will receive answers to all questions.
    It's hard to talk about the game without spoilers, but I want to talk. I want to talk about her, to discuss. Do you understand? The game that rolled me on the "Emotional Roller Coaster" that I want to discuss! Subjectively, if it is not a masterpiece, then something close to it!

    Если кратко, то это первая игра, за последние 7 лет, сумевшая вызвать у меня столько разнообразных эмоций. Только за то, что ей это удалось она достойна 10 (субъективно).
    Технически она конечно не идеальна, но на более чем высоком уровне. Графика, атмосфера, звук, геймплей- все на более чем высоком уровне, буквально все.
    Вопросы могут возникнуть лишь к сценарию и персонажам. Но поверьте мне, играя, постепенно, вы получите ответы на все вопросы.
    Об игре трудно что-то рассказывать без спойлеров, но рассказывать хочется. Хочется говорить о ней, обсуждать. Понимаете? Игра, прокатившая меня на "Эмоциональных Американских горках", которую хочется обсуждать! Субъективно, если она не шедевр, то что-то близкое к нему!    … Expand
  100. Snowcharles
    Jul 12, 2020
    10
    Naughty Dog made a bravely breakthrough from their last great achievement. The first TLOU is an epic and seems unsurpassable. But TLOU2 goes beyond great imagination. As one of the best and greatest interactive art achievements, TLOU2 combines playing games and watching movies seamlessly and inseparable. TLOU2 will have the immortality fame of gaming history.
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  2. Mixed: 8 out of 121
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  1. GameMAG
    Sep 13, 2020
    90
    The Last of Us Part II is the high point of the PlayStation 4. The plot is controversial, but the game is the incredibly addictive adventure of Ellie, from which it is impossible to pull away from the opening and to the very end.
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  2. PLAY! Zine
    Sep 5, 2020
    93
    Not everyone is going to enjoy the motives of The Last of Us Part II. But if you try and manage to accept the subliminal and not so subtle messages as a fact that the world has gone awry and that people have the need to have somewhere or someone to belong to as their own way out, then... You will witness the boundaries of gaming expand. You will witness a true masterpiece.
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  3. Game World Navigator Magazine
    Sep 3, 2020
    75
    If you loved the original for its great characters and well-paced story – stay away from this game. However, if you’re aching to sink into the depths of depression, or just want to cut some throats and burn some zombies – Part II will deliver. [Issue#247, p.72]
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