The Last of Us Part II

 PlayStation 4
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5.8

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  3. Negative: 68,475 out of 161975
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  1. Birdstew
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    i just finished this game 2 days ago and all i could say is.. what a masterpiece . its the best game i have ever play on the PS4

    i could understand some people really hate it becuase they killed their fav guy. But dont listen to haters. just play it yourself
  2. Perry_1909
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    I have no idea how to use words for how good this game is!.................
  3. Cr4zyy
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    I really liked the game, different from the first part, I would have liked to impersonate even a little Joel but, outside of this an excellent game with a studied and well detailed plot!
  4. Amyleepark
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    Best game ever! What a awesome history, makes me cry a Lot! Great gameplay!
  5. lollomino
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    just the most high point of the genartion, Perfect under every aspect.
    incredible game. 10/10.
  6. ZKv
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    Great storytelling, great graphics, one of the best games I have ever played.
  7. ButterNotButler
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    Great story, fun gameplay, amazing sound design and looks fab also. Masterpiece.
  8. nodevolucion
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    Simply a masterpiece. Many of the negative reviews were published less than 24 hours after release, when it was impossible to have completed the game. Those who have played through and it who command a modicum of emotional intelligence recognise it for what it is: an intense, thoughtful, immersive experience. It's certainly not for the light-hearted, but what it demands of the player, itSimply a masterpiece. Many of the negative reviews were published less than 24 hours after release, when it was impossible to have completed the game. Those who have played through and it who command a modicum of emotional intelligence recognise it for what it is: an intense, thoughtful, immersive experience. It's certainly not for the light-hearted, but what it demands of the player, it gives back in spades. The greatest game of this generation.… Expand
  9. AgrajagThegreat
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    The Last of Us Part II is not the game the fanbase wanted, it's the game they needed to play.
  10. AverageGamer15
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. DISCLAIMER: I do not think this game is perfect. No game is perfect. As IGN put it, "There’s no such thing as a truly perfect game, but those that earn a Masterpiece(10/10) label from IGN come as close as we could reasonably hope for." This game has its flaws, for example, how Abby just happens to run into Tommy and Joel while they're on a patrol and the completely gratuitous sex scene between Abby and Owen, but I believe that the pros outweigh the cons 1000-1.

    What can I say about The Last of Us Part II that hasn't already been said? It's an emotional rollercoaster, filled with happy moments, sad moments, and oh-my-God-you-can-pet-the-dog moments. One of the biggest twists, and the inciting incident that causes Ellie to go on a killing spree across Seattle, is Joel's death. This was one of those sad moments. At first, I couldn't believe my eyes. Joel is a resilient person who's been through so much to get to this point. I mean, he survived for 25 years in a **** zombie apocalypse. I wouldn't last a day! When I first saw that cutscene with Ellie on the floor, begging Abby to stop before she delivers the final blow, I thought, "He can't be gone, he just can't. He'll be back. He's still alive, he's gotta be." Even after seeing his grave, I still thought he was somehow alive. But seeing his empty house with his jacket, his revolver, and that framed picture of him and Sarah made it final. He was gone. No death in any book, TV show, movie, or game has ever impacted me as much as this one did, and here's why. The Last of Us Part I took the player on a journey with Joel. we got to control him as he shivved clickers, slaughtered Hunters, and massacred an entire damn hospital of Fireflies armed to the teeth. We grew to love Joel, so when he died, it was heartbreaking, at least for me. As tragic as his death was, I wouldn't change as second of it.

    I believe a lot of people's trouble with the game stems from Abby's section, so I'll address how I felt about it. Halfway through the game, Abby finds Ellie's hideout. She kills Jessie and threatens to kill Tommy if Ellie doesn't drop her weapon. Ellie complies and says, "I know why you killed Joel. He did what he did to save me. There's no cure because of me. I'm the one that you want." Abby points the gun at Ellie, saying, "We let you both live, and you wasted it." Then, we cut to black, and we play a flashback section where we find out Abby's motive for torturing and killing Joel. Jerry Anderson was Abby's father and a neurosurgeon who worked for the Fireflies. He was the one that drew the scalpel on Joel when he went into the operating room to save Ellie. Joel, of course, kills him, leaving Abby fatherless. Even after learning this, I still hated Abby. She killed Joel, how could I forgive her? But I did. After playing through Seattle Day 1, 2, and 3 again as Abby, I came to understand her. I saw her as a person, not as the golf-club-wielding monster that brutally murdered my favourite bearded Texan. This is how you get the player to sympathize with someone that did something seemingly unforgivable. You force them to play as that character and literally walk a mile in their shoes. Some people didn't sympathize with her, which is fine. But the hate this game has been getting is completely unwarranted. The 5.5 User Score on this game is a result of people review bombing and giving it 0/10 even though no AAA title is ever deserving of such a score. Also, a lot of people have been saying that the 10/10s from journalists were paid off by Sony or Naughty Dog, which is just untrue. Game journalists are never paid to give high scores on a game, and review scores don't even affect how much the game sells, so it would be a terrible financial decision for the game developer. If you want to know more, go watch a video by ex-IGN employee Alanah Pearce titled "10/10 Game Reviews: the truth." She explains it better than I ever could.    … Expand
  11. tdizzle30
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    Mint. Reallllly mint. Thought provoking and mint. Cracking. Sadness, happiness, anger, frustration... it’s got them all
  12. BrittaS
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    If you are contemplating to buy tlou 2...

    I absolutely loved this game! It's definitely not for everyone but if you play this game with an open mind and are ready to experience an emotional challenging, complex story, then you will probably like this game just as much as I did. I understand that some people might not like the story but what probably everyone can agree on, is the    If you are contemplating to buy tlou 2...

    I absolutely loved this game!
    It's definitely not for everyone but if you play this game with an open mind and are ready to experience an emotional challenging, complex story, then you will probably like this game just as much as I did.

    I understand that some people might not like the story but what probably everyone can agree on, is the fact that the visuals are absolutely stunning and that the gameplay has significantly improved, was a lot more fun and felt more organic than in the first game. The music perfectly matches the different game scenarios and the different locations in the game are quite unique and interesting.

    Does the game have issues? Yes! It does have a few problems with pacing. Personally, I felt that some segments were simply too long but overall that only helped me to see things from the characters' perspective, to empathize with them and to understand their actions.

    Now to the plot (I tried not to include any spoilers, so this may sound a bit vague): I did not know in which direction the game/ the story would go and all of the turns came very unexpected which I really appreciated. I can honestly say that a game has never made me feel so many different emotions and made me reflect on so many different topics before. After finishing this game in two days I was emotionally exhausted and did not know what I was supposed to feel. During the next few days I simply kept thinking about the story and the actions of the individual characters. I kept analyzing different scenes in the game and the characters' motivations. I am still discovering new things about this story nearly a week after playing it and I find myself more and more in love with this game.

    Is this story a heart-warming adventure with a lot of sweet and peaceful moments? No!

    Is it the game that we fans wanted as a sequel? For most people probably also no.

    Will this game take you on an unforgettable, emotional roller coaster and give you a gaming experience that you have never encountered before? In my opinion definitely YES!

    A word of advice: If you think about buying this game and you have seen spoilers or read reviews that completely hate on it, please don't just give up on the game. Many people who hate on this game haven't even played it and have only read the leaks. Please don't listen to them! You have to play this game for yourself to really experience everything the way you are supposed to. Even if you watch a video you won't be as invested as when you are truly playing it for yourself.

    I say this because I had one of the weirdest and most conflicting gaming experiences in tlou 2 and after the game I felt like I went through the same character development and felt the same emotional ambivalence as Ellie.

    So, if you have no problem with a serious story that includes some dark topics and if you are willing to put yourself in someone else's shoes, then I can only recommend "The last of us part 2".    … Expand
  13. mkarthik
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    I understand if the direction the story took wasn't what you were expecting, or wanted. But it wasn't your story to tell. It was Naughty Dog and their characters. I think it was a painful, but amazing journey they took us on. It wasn't what I wanted for the characters but thats what separates good fiction from bad, in my opinion. This game is amazing and you should experience it withoutI understand if the direction the story took wasn't what you were expecting, or wanted. But it wasn't your story to tell. It was Naughty Dog and their characters. I think it was a painful, but amazing journey they took us on. It wasn't what I wanted for the characters but thats what separates good fiction from bad, in my opinion. This game is amazing and you should experience it without being clouded by all the negativity.… Expand
  14. MasterShakeO1
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    A heartbreaking masterpiece! I am a die hard Last of Us 1 fan and came to love this sequel more than the original. The story goes to some difficult places but it is absolutely a worthy successor to the classic that is the first game. The gameplay is so much more fluid and immersive than the first game and the stealth is really satisfying. Everyone has their own opinions they areA heartbreaking masterpiece! I am a die hard Last of Us 1 fan and came to love this sequel more than the original. The story goes to some difficult places but it is absolutely a worthy successor to the classic that is the first game. The gameplay is so much more fluid and immersive than the first game and the stealth is really satisfying. Everyone has their own opinions they are entitled to and this one is mine; between the roller coaster story and addicting gameplay I don't see how anyone could hate the game. This game's story is a heartfelt one that turns a mirror on the player and asks you to actually use your brain and its reception has been a reminder that empathy is a trait that the general public is severely lacking in. Please play this game, I promise you will leave the experience having learned something new about yourself and what it means to be alive.… Expand
  15. jeffgagnon199
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    The last of us 2 took me to a place a game never took me before. It gave me all the feels. I enjoyed every second of it. I highly recommend it to everyone prepared for a mature and intense experience.
  16. Jalarcanis
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    Un juego increíble. Historia dura y valiente. Una jugabilidad perfecta y una ambientación inigualable.
    El sonido es una pasada en todos los sentidos. Es un juego violento y requiere de cierta madurez para dejarse llevar con el mensaje y disfrutarlo como se merece. No apto para intolerantes.
  17. Bajjab
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Amazing continuation of the narrative explored in the original game. This game doesn't just justify it's existence as a sequel, but it doubles downs on the themes and narrative beats established in the first game.… Expand
  18. Westwardbound
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game improved on every game mechanic in the first game (combat, weapon upgrades, environmental puzzles) and included some amazing additions (guitar playing, rope physics). I understand that the story is divisive, but it completely worked for me. I felt all the rage and guilt Ellie was as she made her way through Seattle, and being forced to reflect on those decisions in the latter parts of the game was extremely impactful, with such a cathartic finale that I will be thinking about this game for a long time to come. Though the story was heavy, the the moments of levity shone all the more brightly, and I have already started replaying the game, which is just as rewarding the second time through! I am picking up on a lot of foreshadowing that was easy to miss on a first playthrough, and I'm experimenting more with the various combat encounters.… Expand
  19. JosbelMT
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    A real masterpiece, well done Naughtydog. I really enjoyed this experience all throughout. Just some minor bugs encountered on the way but surely will be patched up. Looking forward for part 3.
  20. Jossymeir
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I have to confess that the ending was heartbreaking but that dies not mean I didn't love it. I understand the motives of Abby, but I still don't like her as much as I like Ellie. I didn't like the fact that I had to play so mucho time with Abby.
    For me Ellie kill people because of self defense except for Nora, but Abby dedicated the last 4-5 years to became a killing machine, you can see that she actually enjoy killing when she almost kills Dina and Ellie has a panic attack.
    To be honest, I really want to know or if possible that Ellie and Dina are back together, because we know that Abby and Lev have a "happy ending" joining the fireflies but what about Ellie? She deserve a happy ending, she starts to heal and she can earn Dina's trust again.

    So, my final grade is:
    Gameplay 9 because of the amount of time playing with Abby.
    Story 10!    … Expand
  21. Headhunter4546
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    Amazing Game! Don't believe the review bomb! Play the game yourself and build your own opinion on the game!
  22. SebasGonza
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    The hate on this game is not Fair, it is not a perfect game but honors the first part
  23. arambo
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. ****SPOLIERS****
    I started the game without any knowledge of the leaks, yet from the moment I started playing Abby, I knew that she was the one who was going to kill Joel. With this feeling bugging me, I admit that I let her die more than a couple of times during her initial gameplay, and even more when we play her in Seattle. Hell, I thought there would even be an option to lose to Ellie in the theatre so I let Abby die in every scene just in case!

    But after seeing her relationship with Lev develop after the theatre incident, their dynamic reminded me of Joel and Ellie. I still felt disdain for Abby, but I admit that she grew on me and that I enjoyed playing her character. ND made one of the boldest choices a game could, and man, it really paid off. But it’s not the only powerful choice of the game.

    The last battle between Abby and Ellie was brutal, and while I had an easier time beating Abby up as Ellie than I had beating Ellie up as Abby, deep down I didn’t really want to kill her, especially after that flashback of Joel on the porch. It’s just insane to me that ND was able to elicit Ellie’s exact emotions in ME! The ending of letting Abby go was at first bitter - I felt salty that she had a better ending than Ellie. I felt heavy after playing the game, and had a harder time falling asleep. I thought about how there are things/emotions that I could still be holding onto that have the same destructive force as Abby’s and Ellie’s revenge, only internal instead of external. I thought about how our choices propagate to places we never expect them to. I thought about the freedom beyond being controlled by those regrets, and grief, and what it takes to achieve that freedom. I thought about how Joel’s choice to save Ellie was so so human, as was Ellie’s choice to spare Abby. The visual in my head of the former event was of the Chinese principle of Yang (the light with the darkness in it). Ellie’s arc reminded me of yin (the dark with the lightness in it). In a way, TLOU2 ended on a more hopeful note than the original one.

    But after a night of reflection, that heaviness still wouldn’t go away. Maybe it’s something about myself I have to explore more. But I was really attached to Ellie, and wanted her to have her happy ending.

    So I did my research, and I found that the writers were originally going to have Ellie pick Ollie up before she leaves, but felt that was too obvious.

    And then I saw a theory about how Ellie had already visited Jackson and repaired her relationship with Dina. What supported it was Ellie’s change of clothes, the absence of her weapons, Dina’s bracelet on her arm (which wasn’t there when she left for Santa Barbara, and wasn’t in her backpack like Joel’s watch was).

    Then I thought how cruel ND was for not making the happy ending more obvious! But I realized that my initial feelings toward the ending made TLOU2 more than a game for me. It made me look really deep down, and at least realize I have those dark sides too. It made me see how hard it was to deal with grief, and how that grief compels us to turn into people we don’t know. I believe TLOU2 was better than the first one for these reasons alone. The gameplay and the graphics just made this game more of a masterpiece. This game is a mirror to the player’s thought processes - it precisely elicits all of the feelings it sets out to, and the player is left to consolidate the intense emotions. If the player is able to do that, they see the depth of this game, if not, I think I understand where the hate comes from. But the beauty is not in if the player does so or not. It’s in how the player consolidates the emotions elicited. That how, gives the player a location of where they’re at in their emotional world. To me, that knowledge gave me what I was missing in my path to healing.    … Expand
  24. Co-Chino
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    I read that the majority of negative criticisms are that they did not like how the story or its characters end, but nobody praises the magnificent game that it is, its fluidity, its quality in the details, its gameplay and yes, its history, which you don't like it doesn't mean it's not good. It is a masterpiece, thank you Naughty Dog.
  25. Guille_martin10
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    I don’t know why people are criticising this game so much.
    Maybe you should first play it, so you can talk about it.
    Also start appreciating this kind of games cause there are not that many of them. Really enjoyed it!
  26. postpunk01
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    Game of the gen. Despite the boycott (which colossally failed) and the rampant review bombing (made redundant as the user score is slowly going up), the sheer quality of this game has drowned out all of its bad faith detractors. Truly a masterpiece.

    Also, who would’ve thought anti-SJWs were the real SJWs? Funny how that works.
  27. Bigdaddy313
    Jul 11, 2020
    10
    I understand people’s reaction but it’s a very good, great graphics, awesome game mechanics and a very risky bold story that really if you look at the whole story, it’s actually freaking amazing.
  28. Numero_87
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. El juego es una locura, te lleva emocionalmente de un lugar a otro, haciéndote experimentar todo tipo de sensaciones y plantear verdaderos dilemas morales.
    Debo admitir que duele lo que le sucede a Joel pero es parte de darle profundidad también al juego anterior, en el que no solo salvamos a Ellie de Npc si no que de personas que también viven y sienten igual que nosotros. Luego gráficamente es impresionante y las expresiones faciales son de lo mejor que vi.
    Por otro lado la jugabilidad es bastante fluida se siente en muchos puntos muy real y natural, aunque hay que admitir que no es completamente igual a lo que nos habían presentado en el 2019/2018 más o menos. A pesar de esto sigue siendo increíble y muy logrado por parte de los estudios desarrolladores Un juego que vale la pena jugar y del cual no te vas a arrepentir de haberlo hecho.    … Expand
  29. porquevc
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    Já tentei fazer um post, escrevi muito, mas não consegui postar por isso só vou falar o jogo é nota 97 só perdeu 3 pontos por causa de acontecer alguns bugs
  30. Dancemonkey
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    I think this game is one of the best ever made. It’s not just a game, it makes you think about choices, about relationships, about a lot of mistakes that people do. The effort they put to make everything so realistic is incredible, actors are incredibly skilled, music is just perfect. Congrats Naughty Dog for this masterpiece!
  31. piparraid
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    The best game ever. It's ART. La jugabilidad, los escenarios, las armas, la historia te sumergen totamente en el juego. Espero con ansias el multiplayer.
  32. jayeneutron
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    I really don't understand how these people think the story is not good. THIS STORY, GAME AND HUGE IMPROVEMENT ON GRAPHICS IS AMAZING! GREAT JOB to the creators!
  33. ruabadfish27
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    This is not the story fans wanted but it was a story that made you feel very strong emotions I love love love this game. The game play was great visuals are awesome. The story will take you on an emotional rollercoaster if you were a fan of the first last of us. Just have an open mind about it
  34. Pulse2037
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The plot is different than the first game, while the story could have been told better by swapping the timing of some chapters, it is quite great. Few games, maybe none before this one, have made me feel the emotions I felt today as I finish it. It's a story as much about forgiveness as it is about revenge. I can see why it is controversial, for some they perhaps have never been in a situation where you had to either forgive or allow bad things to keep happening. Sometimes it's not about justice but about moving on with your life. The graphics were a bit off on some of the first levels, even got a bug after using photo mode, but the later part of the game was beautiful and the gameplay and mechanics were simply amazing. I would recommend this to anyone looking for media that makes you actually feel. Great game! Would gladly play a sequel with Ellie trying to get redemption to get Dina back.… Expand
  35. UrbaneFountain
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    Must play Must play Must play Must play Must play Must play Must play Must play Must play Must play Must play Must play Must play Must play Must play Must play
  36. SonyOnly
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is almost the perfect game with the most fluid realistic combat in any game to date.The story manages to play with your emotions and magically change how you feel about certain characters,Abbie is very well written and manages to make you actually care about her enough to have second thoughts on your original goal.Plenty of jaw dropping moments through out I see a lot of hate filled people comparing the game to The last Jedi but really it’s more like Pulp Fiction the only flaw it has is the lack of multiplayer which is upsetting but the story well makes up for this keeping you on the edge of your seat for hours unable to put the control down with out returning 10 minutes later to complete just one more section.Stunning visuals,Great acting from the cast,undeniably detailed gameplay and an amazingly written story this game is game of the decade on par with the original if not above it.… Expand
  37. mattx2230
    Dec 10, 2020
    10
    Excelente juego, excelentes gráficos y historia dura pero gratificante, realmente un gran juego.
  38. natalystark
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    Me encanta , una obra de arte , los mejores graficos , las mejores animaciones que hasta el sol de hoy he visto en un video juego .
  39. EvgenyLopunov
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    Шедевр,просто шедевр,от ЛГБТ только слова,не более.Не слушайте дурачков и покупайте
  40. Bobligthyear
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Es un juegazo, al que no le haya gustado es porque quiere que los juegos sean peliculas disney. Señores esto es un mundo postapocalistico hay asesinatos y recordad que joel es un asesino al igual que ellie nos guste mas o nos guste menos. La historia esta muy bien hilada y te hace ver que ni el bueno es tan bueno ni el malo tan malo… Expand
  41. Jamison
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Experiência maravilhosa. Ótimo jogo parabéns , espero que os desenvolvedores não desanime e nem levem a sério essas criticas, muito gente nem jogou, um boa parte da culpa e de empresas como essa metacritic que não tem critério nenhum para pessoas avaliem com seriadade não só para prejudicar um game.… Expand
  42. El_Alquimista
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It is a very well made game, only idiots would qualify with less than 5 are those who live in a very different world than the one we are actually going through, they want a happy ending to their **** life… Expand
  43. TwanDaGreatJuan
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    An amazing game. I dont understand all the hate. I'm gonna do a second play through to try and platinum.
  44. gabrizel
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. the game is gorgeous and the story is amazing, I think that most people saw the spoilers and played the game thinking that it was bad so when I played it I didn't know any spoilers so my expectations were good, when I saw the Joel death I was mad and I thought this game was gonna be just some revenge story but when you play with Abby you understand what is the point of the game(one of the points), the game shows compassion and that revenge is not worth it. I waited 5 years to play this and I love what it did in the game industries, this game is beyond this decade. 10… Expand
  45. Heavenly41
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    Just brilliant, an absolute masterclass of storytelling. I won’t post any spoilers but if you loved the first you will definitely love this one.
  46. Ipasadena
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    I love this game ❤️. I like the way heroes open up. I like the way my attitude towards them changes. I like the way my feelings for each of them change. I think it's a story about pain and loss, a story about disappointment and rebirth. There's no antagonist and no protagonist in history. Both heroines represent the best and the worst, both for themselves and for each other. AndI love this game ❤️. I like the way heroes open up. I like the way my attitude towards them changes. I like the way my feelings for each of them change. I think it's a story about pain and loss, a story about disappointment and rebirth. There's no antagonist and no protagonist in history. Both heroines represent the best and the worst, both for themselves and for each other. And it's delightful.… Expand
  47. Skeeter49
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    We all take away something differently when thinking about games and their stories, and nothing captures this better than TLOU part 2. The journey Ellie goes on is one of the best and complex stories told in gaming. Whether it's the cut-scenes, the dialog during game play, the notes and their world building, the environmental storytelling. Everything has a purpose and no game has had meWe all take away something differently when thinking about games and their stories, and nothing captures this better than TLOU part 2. The journey Ellie goes on is one of the best and complex stories told in gaming. Whether it's the cut-scenes, the dialog during game play, the notes and their world building, the environmental storytelling. Everything has a purpose and no game has had me tear up this much since MGS3. Without going into spoilers, it's a game you need to play to fully understand the story and the journey Ellie and others go through.

    Game play wise, this is a step up from everything ND has done before. AI is on a completely different level, as they'll try to flank you, send dogs after you, call out their friends names when they go down, and throw the occasional Molotov after you. Going prone, and the dodge had always worried be in trailers, feeling gimmicky, but I can safely say they enhance combat to a whole new degree. Only critique on the game play aspect is leveling your abilities up. ND takes away choice and forces you to go down a skill tree, where you might have to buy a skill you don't want to get one you do want. It wouldn't be jarring, if TLOU1 gave you complete freedom on which skills you want.

    I shouldn't have to talk about graphics, it's a ND game, it's the best looking game you'll find on PS4. Every area is so detailed, and all enemies have distinct looking models.

    This game means more to me than a lot of games, and the more I think about it, the more I can call it not only my game of this gen, but my game of all time. Not only was this everything I wanted in a TLOU sequel, this is everything I've wanted in a game, the feelings I felt playing, can't be emulated in other games.    … Expand
  48. KayHD
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    I think the game is good as he'll. Can't wait to part 3. I want to see what happens to Abby, Lev, Tommy and Ellie
  49. baembalabaem
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    By far the most thrilling game of this generation. It is at least equal to the predecessor, if not even more gripping and emotional. Compassion is required here, as well as looking at things from different perspectives. It is understandable that this does not meet with mutual love. What is incomprehensible is that hate speech about the developers and artists behind this or any otherBy far the most thrilling game of this generation. It is at least equal to the predecessor, if not even more gripping and emotional. Compassion is required here, as well as looking at things from different perspectives. It is understandable that this does not meet with mutual love. What is incomprehensible is that hate speech about the developers and artists behind this or any other piece of art breaks down. Here artistic freedom clearly applies. That not everyone likes it is perfectly fine. But insulting artists for your art is absolutely wrong. I have great respect for the performance of Naugty Dog and everyone involved in what has been created here. Thanks a lot for this!… Expand
  50. CanadianRed18
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. People are upset that the developers didn't make the most predictable boring happy ending plot that they had dreamed up in their unimaginative heads like most garbage marvel movies' plots spew out on a regular basis. One of the best games I have ever played. The people complaining cant even give a proper reason for hating it other than the fact that a certain character dies. The game shows you that Joel was not that good of a person and that him killing dozens of people that were trying to save humanity... has consequences... what did you think was going to happen. I knew 7 years ago he was done for in the next game.

    Hopefully this rating spamming does cause them to cancel a potential 3rd game.    … Expand
  51. dantejose
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    Son unos haters, el juego es una pasada de principio a fin, solamente lo han troleado por incluír contenido lésbico!
  52. Alfriza
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    Я понимаю чем недовольны критикующие, но это игра и игра отличная.
  53. Leonardo97
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    Semplicemente un capolavoro, sotto ogni aspetto. Ho aspettato di finirlo per recensirlo (forse è proprio così che dovrebbero fare tutti, finirlo, non sentirne parlare, non guardarlo da un telefonino, forse dovrebbero finirlo, prima di recensirlo...) e non sono mai stato emozionato così tanto da un gioco come da questo. Per la prima volta in un gioco il bene e il male vengono rappresentatiSemplicemente un capolavoro, sotto ogni aspetto. Ho aspettato di finirlo per recensirlo (forse è proprio così che dovrebbero fare tutti, finirlo, non sentirne parlare, non guardarlo da un telefonino, forse dovrebbero finirlo, prima di recensirlo...) e non sono mai stato emozionato così tanto da un gioco come da questo. Per la prima volta in un gioco il bene e il male vengono rappresentati per quello che davvero sono; punti di vista. Questa è una trama adulta raccontata e scritta magistralmente, uno dei se non il miglior gioco a cui abbia mai giocato.… Expand
  54. Slydanno
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game has the best graphics and lighting/shade effects I have ever seen on a console. The story is fantastic, the game play is extremely immersive, and there are numerous jump scares throughout the game. I can absolutely not understand why anyone is panning this game with a 0 or 1 review. It truly defies logic. As I get older I have noticed that games have a harder time capturing my attention than they did when I was a kid. I have spent $60 numerous times on games that I have literally put down within the first half hour of game play. The Last of Us Part II has captured my attention and I am throughly engrossed in the story. The voice acting is great, the game is challenging but balanced. If I had any issues there is a long playable flashback sequence that could have seen shortened a bit (however I did note that it was pretty well done). This game is certain to be a finalist for game of the year and is another incredible Sony exclusive. As I stated earlier, with my limited attention I normally don’t care for a lot of cut scenes, but I find these to be so well done that I don’t have any issues with them. They have all contributed to the story line. This is about as close I have seen to a gaming experience blurring the lines between a cinematic experience and a video game. I haven’t reviewed a game in a very long time, but I felt compelled after seeing people flaming on it in the user reviews. I would hope the poor reviews aren’t because of the sexuality of one of the main characters? Or because the Last of Us II offers up a Game of Thrones-like rip out your heart moment early in the game. If you liked the Uncharted Series or Tomb Raider games I think you will thoroughly enjoy this adventure. It has influences from both, with a story that pays homage to The Walking Dead television series along with some of the stealth type gameplay elements of Metal Gear or Splinter Cell. If you are offended by a lesbian main character or if you will be disappointed that Joel from the “Last of Us” is not the star of the game don’t get it. If you want to play a game that will have you talking about where you would rank it on your all-time favorites list... well then, this one is for you. If I have one complaint it’s that sometimes after a battle you use a med pack just to realize moments later that there is going to be a cut scene and you are going to have your health replenished automatically. This game is truly a masterpiece. The convergence of the main characters through a very ambitious story line has never been done in a game before. It has elements of the movie Pulp Fiction in this respect. The AI is amazing as enemies deviate on their routes when you have replayed a scene several times you will notice. Sometimes they repeat, but it is not a given. I can’t exude enough praise on this title. It is a must own and would find itself firmly placed near the top of my all-time favorites.… Expand
  55. timcomp
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    It was great experience and storyline, I already want to play it again. Gameplay went up since the first game.
  56. Chuck_Bartowski
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Pros
    Story - Despite what people are saying this is not a revenge story. It has some aspects of a revenge story line, but to call it that is simplistic at best. Ellie's part of this game is occurs mainly because of the scene between her and Joel on the porch after the party. This scene is her motivation more than Abby killing Joel. I think the Abby killing Joel in that manner was more for the player, and making the player want revenge. Ellie also has a happy ending despite what you might think. In the last scene at the farm she shows no emotion to the farm being empty because she knew it was. Quite a bit of time had passed between her last fight with Abby and that scene and she is fully healed an appears to be wearing the bracelet Dina gave her. She is actually coming from Jackson in that scene and has already made up with Dina by that point.
    Joel and Tommy trusting the WLF group was not bad writing. Four years had passed between the first game and this one. They had been spending much of that time bringing people into the community. They had no reason to mistrust a group of kids that are not much older than Ellie.
    Abby's story was mostly about the fact that killing Joel did not bring her peace or closure. Her story was much the same as Joel's story from part 1. Yes you can call this lazy writing, but the writers were trying to make us feel some empathy for her.
    Graphics - Yeah...I think pretty much everyone agrees this is the best looking game on the PS4.
    New Characters - All the new characters were great. Some the of WLFs were a little one dimensional, but they really seemed to flesh out Dina and Jesse, and of course Abby.
    Character Development - Both main characters, Ellie and Abby, had great character development. I don't feel like ND undid anything from the first game in terms of Ellie's character. I do not believe they destroyed Joel's character or made him the villain. Ellie's development is really hard to get until the scene on the porch and it was brilliant for ND to put that scene near the end of the game.

    Neutral
    Game play - The game play was pretty similar to part 1 with some added mechanics. i put it in neutral because there was nothing really groundbreaking here. I did like the fact they found a way to have you play the guitar with a controller though.

    Problematic
    Story Structure -The structure of the story was a little problematic because there were flashbacks and the same story told from two different viewpoints. You can die in some of the flashbacks. For example when you go off as Ellie with Joel to find guitar strings you can die. Having Abby's 3 days come after Ellie's 3 days has a similar issue where you can die as Abby during this time even though you know she ends up at the theater. There could also be an issue with the way Lev gets up onto the balcony of the theater as Ellie could technically leave a bomb trap at the top of that ladder. I don't know if that changes anything if you do this, but either way if it's ignored there is an issue and if Lev gets blown up there is an issue. I guess Lev could see it and detonate it without getting hurt. It may have better to play day 1 as Ellie then day 1 and Abby and so forth. I do not believe playing Abby's part first would have been the correct way to go though.

    Tommy - I don't really like where Tommy ended in this. It would have been nice to see if he was able to move on or not.

    Abby killing Joel - I put this in the problematic because I think ND may have underestimated how much people would hate her for killing Joel especially the way it was done. This seemed to leave a lot of people in the mindset that they could never like or feel empathy for her. I don't know if this was a mistake, but since the second half of the game is set up to try and make you feel empathy for her I have to believe ND believed that people would despite her killing Joel, and that just didn't happen for some people because they their mind was just made up to hate her no matter what for killing Joel. Since the game is set up this way it seems to me ND did make a mistake here in not recognizing just how beloved Joel is. Of course they have stated the game would be divisive, but to me the 2nd half of the game contradicts that as they obviously were trying to get the player to sympathize with Abby.

    i gave the game 10/10 though because despite not being perfect it is still masterpiece. The story really sticks with you and I liked playing as Abby and I liked the choices they made on the characters and while I think the story would work better if it was structured differently it doesn't take away from the fact that the story was brilliant.    … Expand
  57. sam_funkiez
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    This game is a masterpiece! It makes you change your perspective throughout the game, it's a surreal experience. Nothing like you'd find on any other media platform. Don't let anyone fool you, play it yourself.
  58. Outmodedchain
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    The Last of Us es un juego grandioso y complejo a la vez, tiene una jugabilidad impecable y ni hablar del apartado gráfico y visual. Sin duda alguna respeta la escencia que el juego tiene desde la primera entrega siendo la mejor exclusiva con la que cuenta Sony
  59. rgeo
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    This game is nothing short of a masterpiece. An emotional roller coaster ride from start to finish, this is one game that keeps you thinking long after the credits roll. Like its predecessor, it's beautiful yet brutal. The world is extremely detailed, visuals are simply breathtaking and the level design and combat are truly amazing. But what truly stands out, is the story that's unlikeThis game is nothing short of a masterpiece. An emotional roller coaster ride from start to finish, this is one game that keeps you thinking long after the credits roll. Like its predecessor, it's beautiful yet brutal. The world is extremely detailed, visuals are simply breathtaking and the level design and combat are truly amazing. But what truly stands out, is the story that's unlike anything seen before, and the stellar performances by an extremely talented cast. A sequel done very right.… Expand
  60. Baconboy37
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Too many people are blindsided by Ellie being lesbian ( like they didn't pay attention to the first game or play the DLC) , intimidated cuz Abby is buff and can probably beat your ass, or mad cuz a trans 13 year old exists ( who was supposed to get married off to some elder in their religious group) in the game that they automatically disapprove of the game -_-. It is not pushing any kind of agenda for people literally existing in a post apocalyptic game..Game and theme of vengeance was handled really well. Conflict was definitely present and showed repercussions of seeking vengeance from using Ellie to show conquest to achieve that goal and Abby as showing the aftereffect of completing vengeance and the void it creates after obsession of something for years.. it was foreshadowed hard in beginning of game during Joel song " if I lost you, I'd surely lose myself". Which is exactly happened to both characters. Game was superb to me. Of course it can have subjective criticism for how the gameplay and pacing can effect your experience but existence of lesbian or trans character shouldn't be a crutch for a problem in game. Just saying.… Expand
  61. SMKDB
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Joel’s death did create a lot of hate towards this game, but this just shows how how well people naughty dog has immersed its players into this story, Nonetheless... I did not like what happened to Ellie, I have found the moment of her being unable to play Joel’s song too much, she did lose herself like Joel’s song said ‘If I were ever to lose you, I’d surely lose myself’.… Expand
  62. Ariel58
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    Espere 7 años para este juego y, terminó siendo más de lo que esperaba. Entiendo a la gente que odió este juego y a su vez entiendo a quienes lo adoraron. Sin dudas una obra maestra sin precedentes, un videojuego con el cuál me asombré, lloré, me enfadé, reí, sentí náuseas e incomodidad al jugar con ciertos personajes y, sin duda un juego que te cause todas esas emociones no puede ser algoEspere 7 años para este juego y, terminó siendo más de lo que esperaba. Entiendo a la gente que odió este juego y a su vez entiendo a quienes lo adoraron. Sin dudas una obra maestra sin precedentes, un videojuego con el cuál me asombré, lloré, me enfadé, reí, sentí náuseas e incomodidad al jugar con ciertos personajes y, sin duda un juego que te cause todas esas emociones no puede ser algo malo. No todo en esta vida es jugar, golpear, matar y ganar, de esos juegos ya hay muchos, en la vida real también te toca perder, sufrir, perdonar, y este juego se apega mucho a la realidad, a lo que pasaría si nos encontramos en la misma situación, nos enseña a analizar los hechos y a verlo con altura de miras pese a nuestra ser de venganza. Un videojuego muy bien logrado, solo las grandes obras y grandes personajes en la historia causan tanto odio y admiración a la vez y, esto es este juego, una obra maestra.… Expand
  63. Francofsv
    Jul 10, 2020
    10
    One of the best games I have everplayed in my life. We see the world from the first-person narration we tell ourselves, and almost every action we take is one we believe is right. Justified, even. We are often shocked when we realize we said or did something hurtful, offensive, or wrong. We live in our heads, so we know better than anyone else that we’re one of the good ones, and we wouldOne of the best games I have everplayed in my life. We see the world from the first-person narration we tell ourselves, and almost every action we take is one we believe is right. Justified, even. We are often shocked when we realize we said or did something hurtful, offensive, or wrong. We live in our heads, so we know better than anyone else that we’re one of the good ones, and we would never do such a thing intentionally.… Expand
  64. fortressphysics
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    This was a phenomenal experience. I enjoyed every moment of playing through this game. My heart raced the entire time and I ultimately fell in love with all of the characters. Such an amazing experience. Disappointing that people would rather complain because they don't have a character in a bikini than play through this masterpiece.
  65. YeezyASMR
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    This is my opinion as is everyone’s interpretation of a piece of art or medium. I enjoyed this game so much. Gameplay was fun and flexible and versatile. The environment’s felt so real if the Cordyceps fungus would take over the civilization and nature took its course now that humanity wasn’t there to calm it down. As a video game, The Last of Us Part II does an exceedingly great job. MyThis is my opinion as is everyone’s interpretation of a piece of art or medium. I enjoyed this game so much. Gameplay was fun and flexible and versatile. The environment’s felt so real if the Cordyceps fungus would take over the civilization and nature took its course now that humanity wasn’t there to calm it down. As a video game, The Last of Us Part II does an exceedingly great job. My only problem and why I put this game off from a 10 and believe me. I absolutely LOVED this game, was not necessarily the story itself, but the way it was portrayed and structured. The pacing was completely off at times and took you out for a bit of the main story… Expand
  66. BenJen123
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    For one, I'm really not sure why this game gets so much hate? I for one, really enjoyed it. I went through so many emotions while playing this. From complete dread to moments of happiness to feelings of emptiness. Game-play is top tier, story is also top tier. Perfect game from my point of view and even rivals the first game. Definitely play through this game.
  67. Lcdoran
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I can only say good things about this game. It is without question the best game I’ve played. To see these characters evolve in a way with goes against the grain and to experience the trauma from both sides of the story is truly something that hits different. A game that turns your opinion from “I want to kill Abby I hate her” to “I love Abby she has been through so much” takes talent. Bravo Neil Druckman, bravo naughty dog, bravo everyone who was a part of making this game. I am eager to see what you have installed next!… Expand
  68. alexasb04
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    IGNORE THE NEGATIVE REVIEWS. I can understand someone giving this a 7 or 8 if they weren't completely happy with it but anything less and they are either A. A bigot who can't stand that homosexual love is normalized or B. They're the types of fans who throw a tantrum because something happens to a character or in the story that they didn't approve of. This is a wonderful breath takingIGNORE THE NEGATIVE REVIEWS. I can understand someone giving this a 7 or 8 if they weren't completely happy with it but anything less and they are either A. A bigot who can't stand that homosexual love is normalized or B. They're the types of fans who throw a tantrum because something happens to a character or in the story that they didn't approve of. This is a wonderful breath taking game that everyone should play. Even if you didn't play the first one, give this a go. It might just become your new favorite game… Expand
  69. Branape84
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    This game is the best game this generation story gameplay. It's got it all.
  70. Tampoz
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    Truly one of the most interesting, engaging, heartbreaking and thought provoking games I've ever played.
    People may dislike the story because it isn't exactly what they wanted from the sequel, but you don't always get what you want.
    The game is beautiful, unbelievable that something like this could come from a 7 year old piece of hardware. Gameplay is solid and satisfying. I spent days    Truly one of the most interesting, engaging, heartbreaking and thought provoking games I've ever played.
    People may dislike the story because it isn't exactly what they wanted from the sequel, but you don't always get what you want.
    The game is beautiful, unbelievable that something like this could come from a 7 year old piece of hardware.
    Gameplay is solid and satisfying.
    I spent days after finishing the game thinking about the story and discussing with friends.
    Do yourself a favor, play this game, open yourself up and you'll come out the other side a changed person.    … Expand
  71. Ngeesh
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    Tremendously Fantastic Game! I enjoyed it thoroughly with a lot of elements I did not expect. The design of the world plus the game mechanics absolutely stellar. One of the best of the best
  72. JonWithAnH
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    Absolute masterpiece. Ties into the first game perfectly and makes me feel things no game or movie has made me feel. I've never seen a story told this way. Not to mention the gameplay and visuals are incredible.
  73. ximena200516
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I love it and don't deserve all the hate it has. And it's not what i expect but i love it until that.… Expand
  74. cooperstanley36
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    This game is incredible. Naughty Dog have really mastered the art of story telling in video games. The combat is very intense, and the gameplay is smooth and fun. I can see why people might not agree with the story choices, but at the end of the day it’s Naughty Dog’s story and they are free to do what they want. Easily one of my favorite games ever along with the first one.
  75. Lidwyk
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Nunca joguei um jogo tão incrivel na minha vida, todos os sentimentos que me trouxe, chorei, sorri, gritei.
    A morte do Joel acabou comigo, nunca imaginei que ia me apegar tanto a um personagem e é isso que torna o jogo tão bom assim. Me apeguei a Abby também, depois de ter um ódio absurdo dela, o jogo te faz passar por uma montanha russa de sentimentos incrivel, e é exatamente por isso que eu amo tanto!    … Expand
  76. sale_sk
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A perfect sequel full of emotions and twists, my heart is pumping, angry about what happened to Joel, loved the man, but that’s what life is. And Ellie :( daamn, felt sorry about her in every moment of the game. Abby was a perfect addition, wanted to slaughter her from the moment she killed Joel, but as i learned her story, she went through hell :(… Expand
  77. moose_outsider
    Nov 30, 2021
    10
    THE LAST OF US PART2 is a masterpiece and the best game I've ever played so far.
  78. Sommedude
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    This game has absolutely blew my mind in how well a story can be told within a game. The emotions that this game was able to bring out of me is a testament to Naughty Dog's ability at creating complex situations where characters' feelings, motivations, actions, and choices all feel true to those characters, not in a small way that is glimpsed over by the game, but with deep analysis thatThis game has absolutely blew my mind in how well a story can be told within a game. The emotions that this game was able to bring out of me is a testament to Naughty Dog's ability at creating complex situations where characters' feelings, motivations, actions, and choices all feel true to those characters, not in a small way that is glimpsed over by the game, but with deep analysis that you the player get to partake in.… Expand
  79. BroStark
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    Одна з кращих ігор в які коли небудь грав!
  80. xLushx
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    Beautiful game, loved every bit of the game and will keep playing it over and over.
  81. SateNL
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    Thank you Naughty Dog!
  82. TomQuE
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    Feels bad to see so many people not having enough IQ to understand this game
  83. StephenOsorio
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    Improves on every aspect of the original. It’s storytelling isn’t just remarkable “for a video game”, it’s up there with the best on any media, definitely one for the ages. ND delivers once again.
  84. ckose
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    Some of the best stealth action gameplay, amazing graphics, ran without issue on my 5 year old base PS4. Story is controversial game itself is a must play
  85. Kunjer470
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    You must have an open mind for enjoying the story, but the gamelan and graphics are perfect.
  86. Cammyjays
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. As the game began, I was hit with immediate nostalgia when I saw Ellie. The snowball fight while being a tutorial was also a welcome introduction to Dina. I knew nothing about this game and I was able to soak it in. My mind was coming up with theories left and right and then when we first switch over to Abby as she’s talking to Owen I immediately went to “oh **** These are fireflies “ When IT happened I gasped and felt outraged. Pure hatred toward the WLF, but with the outrage also a slight bit of understanding. Abby saved Ellie. She didn’t have to, but she realized after delivering the killing blow that she didn’t get the satisfaction she wanted. She stopped herself. The game escalated quickly from there into a pure revenge story. Once we hit Seattle and got the stack of photos, I thought it would open up into a free form murder quest where you can go after them all how you want. But Naughty Dog delivered something so tight and considered and the story was allowed to play out in the darkest bleakest ways. But with the darkness comes the light. When this game has bright spots, it is blinding. I loved the jump back to Museum. The little jokes between Dina and Ellie, the song that you would miss Ellie play if you didn’t go back to the record shop and all the other tiny nuances that left this as a great book that I couldn’t put down. Then the switch happened. They pulled an MGS2 on us and made us play as the ‘villain.’ I saw it from the jump that oh okay I get it, you want me to feel something for the baddie so that when I kill her I am felt feeling gross. A few mins in, I figured I would do a quick scene with her and then we would snap back to the Theater. But no, we went through the whole game again. Slowly but surely I began to feel things for Abby and even worse, began to feel remorse because I knew what would happen to each and every one of these WLF characters. Poor Vita girl. Just wanted to play Hotline Miami. As I got closer and closer to this antagonist I began to empathize with her more than I did Ellie. Ellie: she’s immune. Could have been the cure and had her life mean something, finds out her father figure doomed humanity, then he gets murdered for it. Goes out on a revenge mission. I get it. Abby: a firefly. Dad is on the cusp of developing a cure to save the world. Everyone she knows and loves gets murdered. Misses out on the chance to live a normal life and instead trains her body to become the perfect yoked killing machine to get the boogyman who took everything from her. I get that too. (Abby never missed arm day in her life) I love the fact that the scar leader, in any other game would have had such significance. She would have been Yara and levs mother or at the very least a big boss battle. But no, in this game she’s long dead and it’s only through letters of people that come after her and passing dialogue from Lev that give you insight into who she was and the religion she founded. Lev and Yara. They are a fantastic pair. From the onset, I knew I would like them and then when it’s hinted at why the Scars call Lev an apostate. Just such fantastic writing. It’s understated and not even played up for a shock. I’m pretty sure it’s just two separate lines of dialogue and a letter. But it’s handled like just another situation in the last of us 2. Understated and with respect. I found myself dreading getting back to the theatre as Abby because while I have now grown to love her, I really didn’t want to see her kill Ellie, let alone Dina. Thankfully the game did not end there. This game is a game about revenge, no doubt about that. But it’s also a game about the consequences and of the after. Both Abby and Ellie get what they feel they needed and both are able to walk away. Both stories end in darkness, but they also move to the light. ——

    Gameplay-wise, this is probably the best stealth game I’ve played since metal gear solid 5. Everything is always by the skin of your teeth, and enemies have weight and consequence. You feel as though they are real people and such I went out of my way to kill as few as possible in certain situations. Graphically, I’d say it’s the most impressive game I’ve played. I stunned with what they do with lighting. The audio especially with headphones is probably the best I’ve been immersed in a world especially hearing those horrifying whistles close behind me and not knowing exactly what it means. This game is by far the best piece of media I have ever experienced. As a game, it has its issues, but as a piece of interactive media this is by far my favourite thing that I have seen, read or heard. This is not the story that I had created for Joel and Ellie in my mind. But this is something so much greater. This is the story that Neil Druckman, Troy Baker, Laura Bailey, Shannon Woodward & Ashley Johnson created with a team of brilliant individuals. Phenomenal.    … Expand
  87. souzastep
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    A masterpiece! The more I think about it the more I realize that most of the things I thought I didn’t like about the game actually make sense now. The story is so original, intense, heartbreaking and beautiful. Yes, there are a few things I still don’t like or maybe I just can’t accept them. I can’t wait to play it again. TLoU is not just a game, it’s art!
  88. anglo4815
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    a masterpiece in storytelling , a generation defining game , with a story like no other , really superb visuals and gameplay make this a must play
  89. Millman
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    This is a masterpiece, I can’t believe how much I truly enjoyed this game. Incredible job naughty dog, Sony and especially the actors that brought the game to life.
  90. Matt079
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
  91. Uhji
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    On the surface it's a game about revenge but then you realize that it actually has a lot more to offer. That only works if you try to go in with an open mind about all characters and situations they encounter. It tries to challenge you emotionally like no other game.

    It has amazing level design where no area feels the same. A great story about more than just revenge and state of the art    On the surface it's a game about revenge but then you realize that it actually has a lot more to offer. That only works if you try to go in with an open mind about all characters and situations they encounter. It tries to challenge you emotionally like no other game.

    It has amazing level design where no area feels the same. A great story about more than just revenge and state of the art voice acting/animation. You don't get such an emotional journey anywhere else in the gaming universe.

    Just ignore all the haters that haven't even played the game.    … Expand
  92. Honestbloke
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    Genuinely one of the top games of this generation.
    The story has many plot points that would look, on paper, to be quite concerning however the game is so much more compelling when you actually experience the storyline for yourself. The story is controversial for understandable reasons but i respect that NaughtyDog went in a direction that we were not expecting and I truly believe that    Genuinely one of the top games of this generation.
    The story has many plot points that would look, on paper, to be quite concerning however the game is so much more compelling when you actually experience the storyline for yourself. The story is controversial for understandable reasons but i respect that NaughtyDog went in a direction that we were not expecting and I truly believe that they executed this daring story extremely well. The gameplay is what you'd expect from NaughtyDog; highly polished and incredibly addictive.    … Expand
  93. Mangopop
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    Outstanding. Introducing new characters and a emotional story this game will stick with me forever. I cannot imagine this level of story telling coming around again for a long time. Very sad that this experience is over. I only fear that playing games will now feel so much less engaging compared to this.
  94. dragonspawn21
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    This game won't be to everyone's liking. It's brutal, long, and has a controversial story and pacing. But all of that worked beautifully on me. If you like seeing a game dev really swing for the fences with storytelling, like having your own point of view or emotions challenged, or just like something that has a dark heart then you owe it to yourself to give this game a shot. It can be byThis game won't be to everyone's liking. It's brutal, long, and has a controversial story and pacing. But all of that worked beautifully on me. If you like seeing a game dev really swing for the fences with storytelling, like having your own point of view or emotions challenged, or just like something that has a dark heart then you owe it to yourself to give this game a shot. It can be by turns brutal, beautiful, thoughtful, lonely, and belligerent. When I finished playing it I felt exhausted. Now a few days later I feel haunted by it, but in a surprisingly good way.… Expand
  95. honeymustard
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    I really liked this game. I finished last night after successfully avoiding all spoilers. After playing the first game, I knew this would be grim - that did not disappoint. I can understand why some are mad at the story, as it did not go the direction I (and I'm sure many others) did not anticipate. Overall though, this game made me emphasise with players that I was reluctant to do so,I really liked this game. I finished last night after successfully avoiding all spoilers. After playing the first game, I knew this would be grim - that did not disappoint. I can understand why some are mad at the story, as it did not go the direction I (and I'm sure many others) did not anticipate. Overall though, this game made me emphasise with players that I was reluctant to do so, however, it opened up the possibilities to experience a game with a concept I have never experienced before. I look forward to playing this on New Game+.… Expand
  96. Citrix90
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    Please, don't listen to the bad reviews, this game is a masterpiece! Thank‘s naughty dog!!
  97. Wampo1326
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    Buenas gráficas, mejoró mucho el sistema de jugabilidad y la historia sigue envolviendote con un carrucel de emociones tiempo para reír, explorar, desesperarse y tener miedo.
  98. Roblin86
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    Amazing game. Graphics are stunning and the gameplay is brutally tense. It may not be for everyone, but I found the story to be harrowing, heartbreaking and poignant. Features incredible performances from the cast. It has stuck with me for days since completing it.
  99. Tigymir
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    Игра ТОП! Не слушайте чужое мнение, играйте сами) Почувствуете море эмоций. То полёт, то падение.
  100. Danielqw10
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    The last of us part 2 é provavelmente o jogo mais ousado já feito, tratando de assuntos polêmicos e te obrigando a ver a história de duas perspectivas opostas, alguns não estão preparados para essa aventura que trará sentimentos agridoces, mas para aqueles que jogarem e finalizarem essa obra sem preconceitos de entente der o lado da Abby, perceberá a grandiosidade dessa obra primaThe last of us part 2 é provavelmente o jogo mais ousado já feito, tratando de assuntos polêmicos e te obrigando a ver a história de duas perspectivas opostas, alguns não estão preparados para essa aventura que trará sentimentos agridoces, mas para aqueles que jogarem e finalizarem essa obra sem preconceitos de entente der o lado da Abby, perceberá a grandiosidade dessa obra prima contemporânea.… Expand
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#2 Best PS4 Game of 2020
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#1 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2020
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#3 Most Shared PS4 Game of 2020

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93

Universal acclaim - based on 121 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 113 out of 121
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 121
  3. Negative: 0 out of 121
  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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