The Last of Us Part II

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  1. Turbo123
    Jul 2, 2020
    10
    MASTERPIECE GOTY sony always we the best games on consoles eniugh said Naughty Dog killing the gaming competition
  2. VOID_RS
    Jul 2, 2020
    10
    Simplesmente o jogo da minha vida. Senti uma mistura de emoções ao jogar essa obra prima e ao chegar ao fim, senti um vazio inexplicável. Era como se uma parte de mim tivesse morrido. Só tenho a agradecer a Naughty Dog por ter feito esse jogo incrivelmente maravilhoso. Agora é só esperar pelo GOTY no fim do ano
  3. calzonezone1
    Jul 2, 2020
    10
    Made an account right after finishing the game just to review it because the current user rating is an insult to such a brilliantly crafted game/story!!! Willing to bet the majority of the reviews are just from the first 2 hours of the story, or due to whatever “agenda” people are complaining about. The game is amazing. The story is very well written. Emotions go all over the place. TheMade an account right after finishing the game just to review it because the current user rating is an insult to such a brilliantly crafted game/story!!! Willing to bet the majority of the reviews are just from the first 2 hours of the story, or due to whatever “agenda” people are complaining about. The game is amazing. The story is very well written. Emotions go all over the place. The game physics are incredible, too. 11/10.… Expand
  4. Hassan2630
    Jul 2, 2020
    0
    Amazing grafic, good gameplay but **** story, overall Naughtydog have killed their own franchise :((
  5. AglaiaD
    Jul 2, 2020
    6
    Ese final no es lo que esperaba aunque es bueno, no vi este juego como una historia de Disney.
  6. ViKha
    Jul 2, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The best game of this year so far . Poor Ellie losing everything at the end . Wish happy ending for her next game… Expand
  7. Shin95
    Jun 21, 2020
    10
    Un gioco ché, per quanto non possa piacere come storia (e io la storia l' ho amata, non per la sua originalità che comunque non brillava nemmeno ne primo the last of us, ma per come viene raccontata, per le emozioni che mi ha fatto provare mano mano che progredivo nel gioco), ma ha un livello tecnico impressionante, le animazioni facciali sono straordinarie, gli occhi, riesci a provare leUn gioco ché, per quanto non possa piacere come storia (e io la storia l' ho amata, non per la sua originalità che comunque non brillava nemmeno ne primo the last of us, ma per come viene raccontata, per le emozioni che mi ha fatto provare mano mano che progredivo nel gioco), ma ha un livello tecnico impressionante, le animazioni facciali sono straordinarie, gli occhi, riesci a provare le loro emozioni solo dagli sguardi, senza bisogno di parole.
    Criticato per il nulla, per odio puro verso cosa??, Non saprei.
    Io personalmente mi sento di dare il massimo per quello che il gioco mi ha lasciato e per l'emozione che ho provato giocandolo .    … Expand
  8. gaband0899
    Jul 2, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. To be quite frank, this game hurt me. It left me emotionally scarred. Joel’s death was brutal and the fact that you controlled Abby right before that segment made the whope scene even more gruesome. I felt like i betrayed Joel. So i understood Ellie’s urge for vengence. I was ready to make Abby pay. I loved the romance between Ellie and Dina and how both really loved eachother. When the change happened and I had to play Abby I was at first furious, but after seeing her interact with her friends and with other people I realised that she’s alot like Joel and Ellie and it’s not uninamaginable that they could have bern friends if things were different. I believe that one of the most touching themes of the game is the dehumanization of the enemy. Abby isn’t looking at Joel as an individual, he’s just the **** that killed her father. Ellie is not seeing the persons she’s killing throughout the story as persons, merely as obstacles in her way to revange. I think it was genius for the creators to humanize Abby and to show that she’s a person who’s flawed, but also that can crack bad joke and that can have fun with the people that she loves. In most media she would be a moustache twirling villain. I understood why Abby wanted to torture and kill Joel, if someone killed your parent, you’ll most likely want to do the same thing. Thinking that this act of violence will solve anything is wrong. That’s way the heartbreak of Ellie leaving Dina and JJ to finally kill Abby is more impactfull. In this moment Abby is more in the right than Ellie. Abby spares Ellie’s live and Ellie has everything that she could ever dream for, but she just can’t let go of the hate. The dissapointment and sadness in Dina’s face when Ellie leaves is that same as ours. Dina and we don’t want to see Ellie leave and lose this life that she managed to get after all the loss that she has suffered. Ellie’s choice to go back after Abby is not supposed to make sense, it is something instinctual, no logic or reason can convince her to stop her crusade. The final fight between Ellie and Abby, after Ellie cuta her down the pole is very emotional. Seeing Abby caring for Lev as Joel cared for her humanizes Abby in Ellie’s eyes. Before the fight she thinks about letting them go, but her need to fight her, to have some kind of resolution is greater. Only when she is about to win and to accomplish everything she wanted, she realises that it was not worth it and that the Joel from Jackson, the calm parental figure that took her to museum on her birthday and that played gee-tar on the porch of his house would be okay with letting go of the hate. The final discussion between Ellie and Joel, in hindsight, gave Ellie some kind of relief, I believe she was able to forgive Joel for his actions because she saw what Abby and herself were capable of doing for the people that they loved, so now she understood his actions better. The empty house and Dina taking JJ and leaving is the price she has to pay for this lesson, although in my headcannon they worked things out and got back together. In conclusion, The Last of Us Part II is a difficult, brutal game, that is not afraid to make bold decision that may not please some fans. It is not the safe story that they could have told. It is not a perfect game, some people will hate it. The pacing of the game can be a little jarring, but i believe that it was necessary to simpatize and to humanize Abby, which was always to goal of the game, to create a character that appears evil and unredeemable, and show that from a different perspective heroes appear villains and villains appear heroes. As a game and as a piece of art this game made me feel emotions that i didn’t expect a game to be capable to convey, for this reason and for the gameplay, sound, visuals this game is 10/10 in my book.… Expand
  9. Dandery
    Jul 2, 2020
    0
    This game is an insult to the first. The story it's just terrible, all the characters are forgettable and boring. Only the graphics and actions are good. But if we want that we could play other games with great graphics and actions, but we play this game mostly for the story, and the story is garbage.
  10. LGrimm
    Jul 2, 2020
    10
    I've never felt this amount of feelings playing any other video game. I'm so happy I avoided spoilers and I'm exited for the next Naughty Dog game!
  11. Ptbr
    Jun 28, 2020
    0
    Furos de roteiro, mal formulado a história em algumas partes, superficiais em outras.... poderia ser melhor mudando até mesmo a ordem de algumas coisas, então foi prometido um jogão e me foi dado um fiasco
  12. Kaylinpina1993
    Jul 2, 2020
    10
    It’s definitely not a perfect game but I have it a perfect rating. The reason is because it left a deep emotional impact on me. At first I hated it and didn’t want to play. However after completing it. It’s safe to say there’s never been a more gruesome, savage, raw , and emotional video game. I’m still thinking about all the pain and suffering caused by the world of the last of us 2, theIt’s definitely not a perfect game but I have it a perfect rating. The reason is because it left a deep emotional impact on me. At first I hated it and didn’t want to play. However after completing it. It’s safe to say there’s never been a more gruesome, savage, raw , and emotional video game. I’m still thinking about all the pain and suffering caused by the world of the last of us 2, the characters in it, and even as the player myself. This game will be talked about for years because of it’s polarizing effect. I loved and hated every minute of it. I say this in the best way possible.… Expand
  13. Tamarikk
    Jul 2, 2020
    4
    I couldn’t decide between a 4 or 5. I want to give a honest to God review. I had to sit back and look at how I felt. And I felt awful. This game isn’t one of those “sad endings but great journey” kind of feel. If all of our favorite characters names changed, you wouldn’t even notice it was supposed to be Ellie or Joel. Everyone acted VERY out of character. And not the “oh she just grew up”I couldn’t decide between a 4 or 5. I want to give a honest to God review. I had to sit back and look at how I felt. And I felt awful. This game isn’t one of those “sad endings but great journey” kind of feel. If all of our favorite characters names changed, you wouldn’t even notice it was supposed to be Ellie or Joel. Everyone acted VERY out of character. And not the “oh she just grew up” way. I never felt a connection to the new characters as much as I did try. Naughty Dog made a character that was so obvious you were supposed to sympathize for. But it was so FORCED! Unlike the first one which was organic. In the first game, I didn’t even notice how attached to Joel I was until he he got severely hurt. I was surprised. I couldn’t get that spark back this time around. The story was highly disappointing and all over the place. This is just my personal opinion, but it was too long. I’m a slow gamer as it is, and this game took forever. You can tell there is a message being pushed. Whether or not you like the message I believe is a personal decision every individual has the right to make. And for those who do not like the message should not be condemned. Especially when it so upfront and obvious. On the positive side, like everyone clearly praises, it’s graphics are amazing. I was surprised I was playing a PS4 game. A lot of effort was put into graphics and it shows. Gameplay is familiar. Still good and easy to learn like the first one. And my oh my, can you customize the settings. That is nice for people who really like to control their game flow.… Expand
  14. MrMexican
    Jul 2, 2020
    10
    Fantastic game, deserves more credit than it gets. I love the gameplay, you are constantly on the edge of your seat at every encounter the game throws at you, this is a must buy but please play the first game first
  15. RIPJoelMiller
    Jul 2, 2020
    3
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Only reason I'm giving this a three is because of how beautiful the game looks and the load of time put into creating this "masterpiece". The Last Of Us Part 2 compared to the first game is an absolute dumpster fire. The story was trash, forcing us to focus on new characters that we couldn't bother to give two **** about. Not only that, but it was really boring. I know everyone thinks people are joking when they say that they've fallen asleep while playing this game, but it's actually possible to do so. They disrespect such a beloved protagonist with a gruesome and unnecessary death, and then they make you play as that same character for ten hours. I get that the game is trying to make the character see the **** that Joel's actions put Abby through, but the game doesn't even offer a choice to kill or spare Abby. The one and only thing I enjoyed aside from the graphics was the phenomenal gameplay. Thanks, Neil Simp Druckmann, for ruining such a beloved franchise with so much potential.… Expand
  16. Enri56
    Jul 2, 2020
    10
    The game was absolutely awesome ... Everything was built up based in consequences and emotions.. it's easily gonna be a game that will never forgotten.. gameplay was great but besides all the story was a very well mix of emotions to make you fill what the characters in the game feel. 10/10 all day long screw trashtalkers. Great job to Naughty Dog!
  17. IronValkyrie
    Jul 2, 2020
    10
    The brigading of negative reviews of this game makes me disappointed in the gaming community. Objectively, this is an amazing game, whether you like the story or not. Be fair with your ratings, the developers deserve better.
  18. Peterdkf
    Jul 2, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Took some intense turns with the storyline that I did not mind at all. It's unexpected and not a safe bet from naughtydog. I understand why not everybody is happy with some of the turns it took. but I still think this is undeniably a masterpiece… Expand
  19. Jhowlittle
    Jul 2, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Melhor jogo da geração. Melhor jogo da geração Melhor jogo da geração… Expand
  20. Playstar
    Jul 2, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The ending was nothing... Its so fustrating that you this journey is incomplete...… Expand
  21. TheSold3y
    Jul 2, 2020
    9
    It's not flawless by any means but its also excellent on so many fronts that it's a 9/10 for me.
  22. Omegacr
    Jul 2, 2020
    4
    Jugabilidad, graficos y sonido? 10/10

    la historia y los personajes en este juego? 0/10
    Nunca logro que me importen los amigos de abby, asi que se pierde todo el impacto, el juego me hacia feliz cuando tenia que estar triste.
  23. The_Lord_Ferre
    Jul 2, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. historia pesima que se contradice que tiene el tlou2 decepcionado completamente, podrá tener gráficos geniales y una jugabilidad buena, pero si la historia es una mierda ahí nomas queda, vendieron por el primer juego, y no me afecta que estén atacando al director en las redes por esas ideas pedorras que tuvo este juego(y literalmente meterse en el juego y escupir al personaje más querido de la franquicia y al mismo tiempo escupiéndole a los fans de the last of us con esta historia pesima) como ese final pésimo sin ningún peso en la trama la cual se contradice "la venganza es mala"
    ellie perdio todo muchos amigos a su "padre", la cuckearon y abandonaron, hasta los dedos que ni tocar la guitarra puede y abbye se vengo y todo le salio de 10 "ayyy pero pierde genteeee" (que a ella ni le caía bien y incluso a algunos tenia ganas de matarlos y yayyy el guion hace que mueran sin que ella tenga que hacer nada)

    abbye no es una victima, cuando ella se vengo de joel hizo que ellie mirara y la dejo ir solo para poder seguir haciendo lo mismo(si a ella le dolió mucho lo que paso porque queres que alguien que no te hizo nada sufra incluso más haciéndola mirar?), tuvo oportunidades infinitas de matar a a elli pero no, mata a seres queridos de ella solo para ver su reacción (y creo que con le escena del teatro queda bien en claro que abby es una sadica), si elli la ubiera matado no seria lo mismo que hizo abby bajo ningún concepto (hey amigos la venganza es mala a pero si lo haces como abby que le salio todo de 10 y nunca recibió castigo ta todo genial)

    si querían hacer algo con el tema de la venganza es mala podrían haber dejado que ellie matara a abby (y ahi abby tendria su merecida consecuencia por sus actos) y a ellie que se quedo sin nada y que no le valió la pena con todo lo que perdió o haciendo que mueran ambas y ahi el "la venganza no trae nada bueno" esta bien ya que las 2 personas que se vieron consumidas por esta recibieron sus consecuencias por sus actos no como lo que hicieron con abby dejándola ir contradiciendo todo el mensaje ya que todo le salio bien y ni tuvo consecuencias que a ella le afecte

    y ya ni entro en el sin sentido de joel confiando en desconocidos y justo estando con tommy JA o por ejemplo elli teniendo remordimientos por vengar a joel(persona la cual daría su vida por ella sin dudarlo, bueno dejo de lado la cura de la humanidad solo para que ella viva) cuando en la parte 1 defendió y dio todo por defender a joel cuando estaba herido, ni hablar el bardo que hizo en el pueblo con el final del machete al lider turbio ese hey pero ahora tengo remordimientos)    … Expand
  24. dermac
    Jul 2, 2020
    1
    I was so much looking forward to this game because I enjoyed the story of the first one so much. This story is highly disappointing though and the games only redeeming quality are the visuals.
  25. xXhunterXx116
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    This game is very complex mixed with a lot of emotions. I have never felt this way about a game ever. It's a game you need to play
  26. JacobGarvey
    Jul 2, 2020
    2
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. little to nothing changed from the first game to this one. Some more polish here and there, but overall this game is the same mechanically as the first one. Then there is the story, and it is just awful.. I loved the first game, I can’t even look at the sequel without feeling immense disappointment.… Expand
  27. Gazmac1221
    Jul 2, 2020
    9
    The last of us was groundbreaking and truly great, part 2 is a great follow on but not quite on the same level. I can honestly say I was as emotionally invested in the story as I have ever been during a game. Multiple times I had to stop playing when I was reaching a pivotal point in the story as I was questioning whether I wanted to continue or not. If part 1 was a journey of love thenThe last of us was groundbreaking and truly great, part 2 is a great follow on but not quite on the same level. I can honestly say I was as emotionally invested in the story as I have ever been during a game. Multiple times I had to stop playing when I was reaching a pivotal point in the story as I was questioning whether I wanted to continue or not. If part 1 was a journey of love then part 2 is a gut wrenching emotional rollercoaster that pulls you through some difficult moments. I'll be thinking about this game for a long time.… Expand
  28. Leo070101
    Jun 24, 2020
    10
    Graficos otimos, jogabilidade otima, historia excelente, trilha otima. Um jogo recomendado para tds q gostam do primeiro jogo
  29. Flarock
    Jul 2, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Jogo do ano, história espetacular ... jogabilidade narrativa nota 10 … Expand
  30. FelipeSaban
    Jul 2, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Uma vez escutei que ódio é igual água salgada, quanto mais você bebe, mais sede você tem. -- Talvez seja o melhor resumo de tlou2.

    Vou precisar de um bom tempo pra digerir tudo que esse jogo me fez sentir. Nunca tive que pausar tanto pra pensar, refletir, respirar .
    Também sobre perspectiva! Que obra de arte!    … Expand
  31. Senv
    Jul 2, 2020
    10
    The game shows there is not just black and white, there are reasons why people change, react on events, get the consequences and lose control while situation escalates...

    It's not a standart corny GoodvsEvil-story. I hope more studios will have the gutts to produce games like this in the future.

    For me it's a masterpiece, thx ND for this great experience!
  32. RagZhaDavi
    Jul 2, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Minha nota na vdd é 9.5, mas prefiro arredondar pra cima, pois o jogo é simplesmente MARAVILHOSO. Não dou um 10 perfeito porque o final (a partir do momento que a Abby é capturada) fica claro que a Naughty Dog apenas quis deixar mais 1-2hs de gameplay, pois acrescentaram um novo grupo que ninguém sabe nada, suas intenções, quem são e etc e isso é extremamente RUIM porque deixa um jogo tão maravilhoso com um aspecto falho de preguiça, pois poderiam talvez deixar para um possível próximo jogo ou aumentar mais o tempo desse jogo e explicar quem são, como a Abby tentou fugir e foi pega e etc... Contudo, não é algo que chega a estragar o jogo, por isso preferi arredondar para o 10 do que para o 9.… Expand
  33. Doruk0
    Jul 2, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I didn't think I'll like this game at all. I started to understand what was meant to be told in the last hours. I played it twice because I thought I was just on rage of Joel's death and I was sure damn right. It starts when you want to understand the side that you named as a villain. You realize you actually have similar stories on both size. They both lost their friends and loved ones while looking for revenge. However, Abby was done with that when they had the first fight. She just wanted to take the only one left for her and look for Fireflies. But Ellie was not satisfied without she died, so she went to look for her while believing she owned that to Joel. At the last fight it really started to make me uncomfortable even in the first time I played. I didn't wanted to get revenge on Abby anymore while Ellie was choking her to death. I was disgusted to play the last fight because the game really forced me to get revenge as Ellie and I suddenly hoped for Abby to live. I was so impressed that game made me cry for the one that killed Joel.

    It was a very brave storyline, so I get why all these people didn't like the game. I'll not even going to talk about the graphics, sounds, animations, details and other stuff. It is one of the best games for that.
    But I have to admit, there were some parts that I said "Was this really necessary" or "Why". And I really enjoyed the last part with Joel more than a lot of the game especially when he said "If somehow the lord gave me a second chance at that moment, I would do it all over again".

    It was really a great game, again, I get why people are angry and upset, but it was one of the best ways to thrill the player which sure worked on me.    … Expand
  34. Veriteman
    Jul 2, 2020
    3
    Vraiment déçue du jeu. Si vous avez aimer le 1 restez sur ca et n’achetez pas le 2 vous risquez réellement d’être dégouté. Cette partie 2 n’a aucun intérêt et n’a ni queue ni tête. Des scènes inutiles, des personnages inutiles, une recherche de polémique inutile bref, le 1 n’avait strictement rien à voir. La seule chose qu’on ne peut pas retirer à ce jeu, qui se trouve aussi bien dans le 1Vraiment déçue du jeu. Si vous avez aimer le 1 restez sur ca et n’achetez pas le 2 vous risquez réellement d’être dégouté. Cette partie 2 n’a aucun intérêt et n’a ni queue ni tête. Des scènes inutiles, des personnages inutiles, une recherche de polémique inutile bref, le 1 n’avait strictement rien à voir. La seule chose qu’on ne peut pas retirer à ce jeu, qui se trouve aussi bien dans le 1 que dans le 2 c’est la beauté des paysages et des graphismes. Au delà de ca passez votre chemin vraiment.… Expand
  35. ToguroYounger
    Jul 2, 2020
    0
    This game is a = The Last Jedi simulator..
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    This game is a = Subvert Badly All Expectations simulator...
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    This game is a = Guitar Hero but Minus 2 Fingers simulator..
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    It is advised not to buy it!
  36. Ferre_20
    Jul 2, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. historia pedorra que tiene el tlou2 decepcionado completamente, podrá tener gráficos geniales y una jugabilidad buena, pero si la historia es una mierda ahí nomas queda, vendieron por el primer juego, menos mal que la mayoria de los usuarios esta haciendo añicos este juego, y están atacando al director en las redes por esas ideas pedorras que tuvo este juego(y literalmente meterse en el juego para escupir en uno de los personajes más queridos) como ese final pésimo sin ningún peso en la trama y ojo que el 1 me pareció una obra maestra, pero si viendo el 1 y comparándolo con el 2 te parecen al mismo nivel, lamento infórmate que te va a gustar cualquier cosa que tenga colores lindos, realmente estoy decepcionado 7 años esperando para que la historia del juego sea pesima
    (y es un juego de un jugador sin modo online que se basa el la historia obviamente si la historia es pesima se lleva un desaprobado)    … Expand
  37. Neto23
    Jul 2, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is amazing. All those people who said that this game is bad , and you don't need to buy it. That people have never played the game ,or they don't have a own critical thought. Please, play this amazing game and then make your own decision about it. Do not let others think by yourself.… Expand
  38. salvadorGalo202
    Jul 2, 2020
    3
    A pretentious plot, the characters do not respond to their nature that they already made clear in the first installment of the game. As a player, they already make us choose a side and fraternize with their stories and interests. Making us play half the game with the antagonist is a poorly used and unpleasant resource. A video game is not a movie, it takes elements from the cinema, but theA pretentious plot, the characters do not respond to their nature that they already made clear in the first installment of the game. As a player, they already make us choose a side and fraternize with their stories and interests. Making us play half the game with the antagonist is a poorly used and unpleasant resource. A video game is not a movie, it takes elements from the cinema, but the experience is different. They generated expectations that were not met in the narrative part, and that destroys all the graphic and gameplay work that is spectacular, but good graphics do not make a game only.… Expand
  39. PR0YASH9
    Jul 2, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The Last of Us Part II is a brutal, twisted and divisive masterpiece. I've been waiting 6 years to play this new game and I was not disappointed. The gameplay was incredible, graphics were unbelievable, music was beautiful yet daunting; but I want to focus on the story because this is where it trips most people. Part II is incomparable to its predecessor due to an entirely different narrative perspective and theme. Naughty Dog takes story telling to a whole new level in the gaming industry where other franchises are too afraid to touch. The direction they took was very admirable and respectable.

    Part I crafts a beautiful father-daughter relationship from complete strangers. I love that Part II isn’t a repetition of that same idea. Instead of growing Joel and Ellie's relationship, they sadistically fueled their fans with anger and turmoil from the get-go to prove that they are willing to take risks. As disheartening and totally gruesome as Joel's death was, I didn't want to give up on the game just because my favorite character was gone. I wanted to take revenge on all those people alongside Ellie.

    Part II's theme of revenge seems clear enough journeying as Ellie. However, when you switch to Abby, you quickly realize she has more cause for concern. This expansive section of the game allows the player to sit with their emotions and maybe think twice if Ellie's actions. I couldn't help but feel sorry for her as she converses with her friends without knowing it would be their last time. Abby's story had a strong arc and was the backbone to lift the story. She grew from a hardened killer to a woman offering forgiveness, similar to Joel.

    Ellie’s revenge quest comes to an end as she realizes Abby isn’t the answer. The only way to move on and forgive Joel is by forgiving herself. The beauty of this game is that one storyline can be perceived in a hundred different ways. Naughty Dog understands this game will divide their fan base. Rather than falling back on a easy-to-please storyline, they narrated a very specific story in a bold and fresh way.    … Expand
  40. Psoto13
    Jul 2, 2020
    10
    Absolutely and indubitably the best game I've ever experienced. Don't let other people sway you away. Play it first.
  41. GameHeven
    Jul 2, 2020
    0
    Joel, let's play golf. You are the ball.
    喬爾。出來打高爾夫。你當球。
    至少出個DLC讓我跳過艾比線吧。幹
  42. Caboferdy
    Jul 2, 2020
    9
    Awesome story, gameplay, music, characters and excellent performance. As naughtydog said, this is a vengeance game more than a hope game. Very long with a good closure and message. I liked Part I history better but this is very close to that.
  43. danmale
    Jul 2, 2020
    2
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. the only good thing about the game is its graphics and gameplay, it has the worst ending to the game… Expand
  44. S0menzariLOL
    Jul 2, 2020
    9
    Que jogo, simplesmente faz qualquer player engolir uma dor irreversível, Joel sempre foi e sempre será inesquecível...
  45. SKA7134
    Jul 2, 2020
    10
    This game flew well over most peoples heads. They entirely missed the point and were not able actually use their brain and empathize. It may not have been the story you wanted told, but it was brilliantly told. Absolutely incredible experience, extremely bold narrative structure, and it pays off in grand fashion. If youve finished the game and you find yourself still hating the otherThis game flew well over most peoples heads. They entirely missed the point and were not able actually use their brain and empathize. It may not have been the story you wanted told, but it was brilliantly told. Absolutely incredible experience, extremely bold narrative structure, and it pays off in grand fashion. If youve finished the game and you find yourself still hating the other protagonist, youve failed. Not Naughty Dog. And for those who are unconvinced, i encourage you to check out girlfriend reviews video "Understand The last of us part 2" for a nuanced and articulate explanation of the game. Just because you didnt get it, doesnt make it bad. Bravo naughty dog, bravo.… Expand
  46. KAFAPA85
    Jun 21, 2020
    10
    Masterpiece with a great story, great graphics, great characters and a lot of other things that enrich the gameplay and not to forget that it is a great sequel to one of the beast games
  47. Fervillax
    Jul 2, 2020
    10
    Es una pena que exista tanta gente idiota que no sepa valorar una obra maestra como tlou 2. La gente de naughty dogs siempre hace grandes juegos y esta vez no ha sido distinto. Tienen todos mis respetos, estoy disfrutando cada momento de este juego. Ánimo ante las críticas tan injustas de la gente y gracias por este gran juego.
  48. aod123
    Jul 2, 2020
    10
    The game shows us that hatred is blind and revenge will cost you everything. The game is too great, the storytelling is compelling, the memories are well integrated.
  49. ikatar
    Jun 23, 2020
    10
    I'm really confused by the people. It's simply one of the best if not the best game out there. Period. play it, you might dislike the violence, or some game mechanics but it's still a masterpiece.
  50. Hoppuss4
    Jul 2, 2020
    10
    Experiência emocional absurda, jogo do ano com certeza. HHates chorem...
  51. Zaghreb
    Jul 2, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The Last of Us 2 is really not a bad game, it has deep and emotional moments, colourful characters, a superb way of telling its story, not to speak of the finely tuned gameplay, taking all the good elements from its predecessor in a more vivid and realistic framework.

    But then there is the story itself, and I just have to give my few cents, so here is where the SPOILERS begin. It is easy to see why the story splits the fanbase in two:

    One half clinging to the old characters, they get a story not of loss, but of denial. No matter what you grow to want for the characters you love from the first part, you do not get it. Do you choose revenge? It is denied to you, not once but then once again. Do you instead choose peace and try to move ahead? Again denied and at least far off in the distance once the credits roll, with the few last positive anchor points of the past ripped away from you. So even if you change your mind, it is all the same: you can't have what you want. This game would benefit so much from the possibility of choice in its key moments, but without it, you as a player are forced down this bitter path of denial the storytellers have envisioned for you. From a bright start full of hope, almost every character of the old game ends up as a complete mess in a lonely void. Cannot be denied that this will be a memorable way nevertheless!

    The other half of the fanbase, embracing the new characters and leaving the old ones behind, they experience a totally different story. Then you will get a revenge tale done right with only minor losses that were already becoming less and less impactful. Instead, you will find redemption and new companions on the way as a kickstart for adventures in a shiny future.

    So for everyone expecting to continue the story of the first game, this will be a journey full of emotions, but mostly negative ones. And you only get compensation for it if you manage to swing over to the new characters.

    Can't help it, but if you would apply this kind of denial-story to the first game you would end up with something like this: Joel choosing not to rescue Ellie for the sake of humanity - and then the surgeon not being able to extract the fungal cells and Ellie still dying in the process. Joel then walking off alone. Or, even more frustrating, Joel saving Ellie only to be shot down by Marlene who puts Ellie back to surgery and then the surgeon still fails the operation. Could happen, would be very intense and emotional, but ultimately just denying you any form of fulfilment. Not sure if that's a good story to tell!    … Expand
  52. BeastBelcebu666
    Jul 2, 2020
    8
    Sublime gameplay, great graphics, and a poignant story ... I'd say I liked it better than the first game, but there were a few aspects it would change, a few parts of the plot.
  53. darkcodeninja
    Jul 2, 2020
    0
    Some parts were boring, yes, but there were a few parts where I really had some fun. The combat was especially nice.

    In conclusion, it was too fun, and now i'm going to be hung by naughty dog's CEO.
  54. Woty
    Jul 2, 2020
    10
    Jogo incrível! Gráficos, história , jogabilidade insana e detalhes q impressionam.
  55. PrinceAhmed
    Jun 20, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is just awful storyline wise the characters of Joel and Ellie aren't the same characters Ellie is so so dull, Joel is portrayed as a selfish useless character and Abby is just bad storyline wise her motives her hypocrisy in fact most of the main characters are hypocrites and the spoiled political views that is shoved down to our throat.… Expand
  56. Leandroch
    Jul 2, 2020
    10
    Jogo esta lindo, com uma ótima gameplay e um enredo maduro. Naughtydog mais uma vez entregando um game de qualidade incrível!
  57. OhNetto
    Jul 2, 2020
    10
    Um dos melhores jogos que ja joguei, ivncriel a imersão! Graficos e jogabilidade sensacionais!
  58. Beddytear
    Jul 2, 2020
    10
    Gorgeous visuals and gives an actual experience when it comes down to the story. I've not done a lot of lurking as far as reading other people's reviews yet but here's my detailed non spoiler review. I believe that the story has branched very well from its first game. The details are amazing. The thoroughness of the game play is fantastic. There truly are just so many different ways toGorgeous visuals and gives an actual experience when it comes down to the story. I've not done a lot of lurking as far as reading other people's reviews yet but here's my detailed non spoiler review. I believe that the story has branched very well from its first game. The details are amazing. The thoroughness of the game play is fantastic. There truly are just so many different ways to approach situations. Enemies will interact with each other, they emote when they are hurt or killed. There is so much attention to detail its really amazing. There is a character who shows what seems to be PTSD and as someone who also has PTSD it was very realistic and relateable. It was animated wonderfully, almost too well. I'm glad that people can play this game and experience that and hopefully feel how important it is to the character. The story is so great when you take your time with this game. There are many things that one can miss if they choose to blow through the game very quickly. My recommendation is to read all the notes you can and become invested and immersed in the world.… Expand
  59. rubbercar
    Jul 2, 2020
    10
    story gets a lot of flack but feels both in line with the original and bold in how it pushes out in new directions. gameplay is much improved over the first. accessibility options are huge, and let me fine tune exactly how i wanted to play. it was intense, it was exhausting, it was...confrontational, yes, but i've honestly never experienced anything like it.
  60. darkinyector
    Jul 2, 2020
    1
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. La jugabilidad y los mapas son buenos, pero la historia es muy mala.

    La muerte de Joel es de manera muy tonta, mientras que la venganza de Ellie sobre Abby es floja tanto que al final ni lo concreta, deja vivir a Abby y a los players nos deja con las ganas de querer vumplir la venganza, aparte los creadores quieren que tengamos cariño a un personaje de relleni como Abby, malisimo.    … Expand
  61. DespairTEA
    Jul 2, 2020
    0
    This is a disgusting game, and not just because SJW is just out of hand and interferes with the narrative. It has huge problems with the plot, the game is just a dummy, the only thing that saved it is the gameplay, but playing for the characters was disgusting and unpleasant. All that the first part achieved was destroyed.
  62. Wickerbell
    Jul 2, 2020
    10
    Brilliant game. Technical masterwork. Such an amazing level of attention that deserves to be getting more credit.
  63. Luizfdt21
    Jul 2, 2020
    9
    Não entendo tantas criticas ruins. E simplesmente uma obra prima, jogo lindo, jogabilidade maravilhosa,historia incrivel.
  64. IliaD2704
    Jul 2, 2020
    10
    Прекрасное продолжение культовой игры, любимой игры))
  65. Lert
    Jul 2, 2020
    3
    ND builds a reputation on a good story like the first game, but when they write a bad story, the core value of the game is not there anymore. ND is on the right path promoting diversity, but when they implemented exaggeration on political views, the story lost its naturality. TLOU exists because of the top-notch well known for the story, so when bad writing occurs, the game lost itsND builds a reputation on a good story like the first game, but when they write a bad story, the core value of the game is not there anymore. ND is on the right path promoting diversity, but when they implemented exaggeration on political views, the story lost its naturality. TLOU exists because of the top-notch well known for the story, so when bad writing occurs, the game lost its purpose and functionality. My brother asked me why did I pre-order the game, a lot of people said it sucks, I was skeptical and my response was "You don't know until you play". When I play the game, I am not immersed in a story like the first game, I have mixed emotion, and different outcomes, I have zero emotion after the ending. On the other hand, I love gameplay mechanics, attention to detail, and visualization. I used to replay the original TLOU on ps3 for at least 10 times because of its game mechanic and feature. It is the most realistic game I have ever played. I am still replaying the TLOU2. I believe ND's intention is on the right path to promote diversity, gender equality, and social awareness. When ND heavily focuses on a political view, it interrupts the story of nature. Therefore, the players are experiencing a different outcome and perspective, and lack of satisfaction.… Expand
  66. Zupply
    Jul 2, 2020
    10
    Ich habe es soeben durchgespielt und muss sagen, bislang hat mich nur einmal ein(e) Videospiel(-reihe) derart beeindruckt. Tiefe Verbeugung an die Entwickler. Kein Spiel ist perfekt und man könnte auch hier einige negative Punkte aufzählen, aber was dem Spieler abseits vom Gameplay präsentiert wird, ist gelinde gesagt großes Kino. Eine Racheodysee die den Finger in die Wunde legt, immerIch habe es soeben durchgespielt und muss sagen, bislang hat mich nur einmal ein(e) Videospiel(-reihe) derart beeindruckt. Tiefe Verbeugung an die Entwickler. Kein Spiel ist perfekt und man könnte auch hier einige negative Punkte aufzählen, aber was dem Spieler abseits vom Gameplay präsentiert wird, ist gelinde gesagt großes Kino. Eine Racheodysee die den Finger in die Wunde legt, immer unbequem ist und einem Vieles abverlangt. Mit der Entscheidung in der Handlung unkonventionelle Wege zu gehen bin ich zufrieden, auch wenn es öfter weh tat. Das Spiel geht aber mit den getroffene Entscheidungen erwachsen und reflektierend um, sodass ich nie das Gefühl bekam unfair behandelt worden zu sein. Ein Meisterwerk… Expand
  67. Inka
    Jul 2, 2020
    10
    Great game. Difficult but worth it because it's cruel to be kind. Good job ND
  68. Tomikulap
    Jul 1, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. After all the negativity thrown on this game, i was a little sceptical and scared, but now i can say it was unnecessarily.
    Frist of all yes you will be dissapointed at some point because of the story,and that's because the game don't do what players want.Game represents story of Ellie and Joel and the CRUEL world they live in.You will feel what Ellie feels every lost every happiness, and that's the only two feelings that the game has and It’s working beautifully.Naughty dog did something brave and many player will not like it.I can tell you one thing for sure you will feel anger you will laugh you will cry but most importunately you will have to learn how to forgive,and that is Hard,but It’s beautiful,l at the same time like this game.    … Expand
  69. ChipiGamer
    Jul 2, 2020
    10
    I hated to play this game sometimes, and thats why i totally love it, i don't know if its right, good or bad, but immersive as hell, and the roller coaster of emotion it gave me is the clear example of how we all experience things so different, for me it's more than just a story, the way it made me confront myself was a smart and brave decision on ND part. Thank you for that.
  70. Marcos_Carmo
    Jul 2, 2020
    9
    História madura e envolvente, personagens bem construídos e profundos, trama amarrada (tirando algumas conveniências do roteiro)
    Graficos, fotografia, ambientação, exploração quase impecáveis
    Gameplay com inovações interessantes
    Merwce raplaysem duvida
  71. Milton_
    Jul 2, 2020
    10
    Jogo incrível! História, gráficos e jogabilidade perfeitos! Único defeito dele é que ele tem fim!
  72. imThis
    Jun 23, 2020
    6
    excellent graphic, the sound is sublime, the gameplay is fine, the story is horrible ,incoherent, with their desire for impact destroyed the story of an iconic game,i have my open mind but the history is only a simple cliche
  73. miguel_espinosa
    Jul 2, 2020
    10
    El juego es espectacular, buena jugabilidad, buen diseño de niveles e historia no es lo que todos esperaban y eso le da un toque diferente. Estoy satisfecho.
  74. Darktavar
    Jul 2, 2020
    0
    Honestly, im going to say that at the very least i am dissapointed in this game, the first one was so good that this was expected to at least be on the same level or trying to be as good as the first one, and you know what? It didn't..
    I honestly hated every second of it, gameplay wise i dont mind it but i play games not only for its gameplay but for its story and its characters, and    Honestly, im going to say that at the very least i am dissapointed in this game, the first one was so good that this was expected to at least be on the same level or trying to be as good as the first one, and you know what? It didn't..
    I honestly hated every second of it, gameplay wise i dont mind it but i play games not only for its gameplay but for its story and its characters, and believe me, after days of deliberating a review from this game i gotta say that it won't get any better than the score i gave it, why? Because one, it doesn't deserve the praise its been getting and being fair i know this site is blocking negative reviews so this is fair play.
    Not gonna spoil what happens exactly but i would not reccomend buying it in the first week, month or year after its release, this feels like i've been robbed 60 which honestly would've been better spent at buying paper MTG or hell even buying barbells, clothing or a meal for the whole familiy/friends for christ sakes.
    I can't get back my money, nor the sour taste in my mouth that this game left me with, but i can assure you it's not worth the hype, do not fall for the lies of critics or other players/people saying that they LOVE this game and give it a 10/10 because that is insulting to the memory of the Last of Us.    … Expand
  75. Bunnyb
    Jul 2, 2020
    10
    brilliant game, this game is about pain, choice, soul, cruelty and forgiveness. the feeling that I didn’t play the game, but she played me 12/10
  76. dissapp
    Jul 2, 2020
    3
    This game is a massive disappointment. While it is great technically. With good animations and graphics, it completely fails to recapture what made the first one so great. If you are a fan of the first game and a fan of Joel and Ellie you will hate this game. The story is horrendous, some of the worst writing I have ever had to sit through. Imagine playing a new Super Mario game. But afterThis game is a massive disappointment. While it is great technically. With good animations and graphics, it completely fails to recapture what made the first one so great. If you are a fan of the first game and a fan of Joel and Ellie you will hate this game. The story is horrendous, some of the worst writing I have ever had to sit through. Imagine playing a new Super Mario game. But after the first stage a Goomba permanently kills Mario and removes him from the franchise. Then you continue playing as the Goomba for the rest of the game. Just to have Luigi high five the Goomba in the end. Terrible game. This is basically the video game equivalent of The Last Jedi or the last season of Game of Thrones.… Expand
  77. Sithscott
    Jul 2, 2020
    7
    I honestly don't think review bombing will do anything people think it will! Overall after playing and assessing the game and its choices, I really enjoyed my playthrough. Did it hurt, yes. Was it as good as the first? Not in its pacing or it's messages but i do think it is better in graphics, the game engine is much more polished! The story though is not terrible! I think it is justI honestly don't think review bombing will do anything people think it will! Overall after playing and assessing the game and its choices, I really enjoyed my playthrough. Did it hurt, yes. Was it as good as the first? Not in its pacing or it's messages but i do think it is better in graphics, the game engine is much more polished! The story though is not terrible! I think it is just mediocre which is why people are angry with it.… Expand
  78. Dictatress
    Jul 2, 2020
    10
    Brilliant! The gameplay is smooth, the range of weapons is fun, more enemy variety than part 1. The characters are so well developed, and the story is absolutely perfect. Just wow.
  79. RhombusG
    Jul 2, 2020
    10
    The Last of Us Part II is best game I've ever played. Horizon: Zero Dawn is now a close second! I enjoyed every second of this emotion packed rollercoaster! The characters are so well written, I fell in love with them all.
  80. takkos
    Jul 2, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I just ended the game, i was furious about what happened at first. By the end i felt really sorry for Abby. And thinking about what Ellie has felt without knowing the background of Abby it is understandable why she went after Abby, and then why she let her go. All in all, this was an exceptional and great game.… Expand
  81. prezlinmo
    Jul 2, 2020
    10
    This was such a great game. You need to play it with an open mind and without any preconceived notion. There were unexpected twists along the way that made this journey a captivating one. Highly recommend this to anyone who likes well made story-driven games.
  82. Sincitydave
    Jul 2, 2020
    10
    This has got to be on of the best games on the PS4. The graphics, gameplay and story beats are on point. It pulls on my heart strings throughout and is incredibly powerful and innovative. It breaks my heart that people wrote negative reviews without even picking up the game or even finishing it. It is also troubling that people went into this game hating it because of the leaks before itThis has got to be on of the best games on the PS4. The graphics, gameplay and story beats are on point. It pulls on my heart strings throughout and is incredibly powerful and innovative. It breaks my heart that people wrote negative reviews without even picking up the game or even finishing it. It is also troubling that people went into this game hating it because of the leaks before it even came out. Play it with an open mind.… Expand
  83. Matti1999
    Jul 2, 2020
    10
    This game is truly a masterpiece.
    The graphics, acting and just overall gameplay is absolutely stunning, and the narrative is excellent, putting you through one hell of an emotional rollarcoaster. This game really can't get high enough praise, and really was worth the 7 year wait.
  84. Galahad7
    Jun 22, 2020
    1
    Poor writing, forced false politics and terrible characters. Boring and bitter this is no true sequel to the original classic.
  85. Hlibkae
    Jul 2, 2020
    9
    Чисто чтобы поднять рейтинг этой игре, которая просто не справилась с грузом ответственности, именуемым TLOU.
  86. Greengears4785
    Jun 21, 2020
    3
    I give this game a two. Such a huge disappointment from a company that is now on my bottom game developers list.
  87. MrDonRoo
    Jul 2, 2020
    2
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. El final es sumamente decepcionante, una campaña excesivamente larga sin sentido. Una antagonista nada carismática y que lejos de ser empatica con ella, solo te genera más revulsion… Expand
  88. CommanderWally
    Jul 2, 2020
    10
    The gameplay, graphics, and world that has been built in this game are all amazing. The story is not all peaches and cream and it's not meant to be. People are not all good or all bad, nor are the characters you love from the first game or the antagonist in TLOU2. The story is about revenge, and ultimately how destructive and unsatisfying it is. There are some characters that are LGBTQ,The gameplay, graphics, and world that has been built in this game are all amazing. The story is not all peaches and cream and it's not meant to be. People are not all good or all bad, nor are the characters you love from the first game or the antagonist in TLOU2. The story is about revenge, and ultimately how destructive and unsatisfying it is. There are some characters that are LGBTQ, but they are not in your face about it, and I never felt there was an agenda being pushed. Many review bombers talk about the SJW agenda, I honestly did not see any SJW agenda and if it was present it certainly was not integral to the story or experience. I think the game is a masterpiece.… Expand
  89. Elzurix
    Jul 2, 2020
    10
    Mucho ignorante dando reseña porque si, sin siquiera entender realmente la trama, sin comprender la complejidad del guion y las majestuosas bolas que tiene Naughtydog de hacer algo original, mucho mejor que su primera parte en todos los aspectos.
  90. Jotato
    Jul 2, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. If you choose to kill a beloved character, don't do it the idiotic way naughty dog did it.… Expand
  91. ZyuRy
    Jul 2, 2020
    8
    The end of game is bad and sad / o final do jogo é decepcionante, se acabasse quando a ellie esta em casa com a Dina seria perfeito
  92. Prat123
    Jul 2, 2020
    10
    This was incredible journey. Would have rated it 9 if not for review bombing crowd. Don't listen to them and experience it yourself
  93. Brad2586
    Jul 2, 2020
    4
    The story is forced. Characters are killed off and forgotten the next day. There is no specific goal for the player. Flashback after flashback. With revenge shoved down your throat the entire time, it is not an enjoyable experience and I almost quit the game multiple times during my play through.
  94. TOSTAPANE
    Jul 2, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. if u guys just stop voting 10/10 that would be great cause this is game is not goty at all… Expand
  95. Shogun11
    Jul 2, 2020
    10
    Game of the generation. One the most important games ever made. Play this even if you don’t love games. Art at its purest.
  96. Ironbat
    Jul 2, 2020
    10
    Not as good as the first. But if you read the leaks and didn’t like them, the game’s not for you. At least not at 60$ but maybe on discount. I personally wasn’t a fan of the decision but still accepted it. I think you know what I’m talking about but if you don’t then lucky you
  97. theap99
    Jul 2, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. After an extremely rocky-road to release, filled with delays, leaks, bad-press, and hate (ironically enough), the last of us part 2 has finally been released and i have just completed it today at 1 AM in the morning. I can thankfully say it was worth the wait. [limk omitted per site rules]
    The Last of Us Part 2 starts off with Joel informing Tommy about what exactly transpired at the end of part 1. Which as a we know, was a divisive and not easy decision to make. Does he lose another “daughter,” this time for the greater good, or does he put his self-interest above a world that is already too far deep into the **** To me, both choices would’ve been understandable. But one ends up having mass consequences.

    At the beginning of the last of us part 2, ellie and joel’s relationship is strained and you can feel the tension evident in the wonderfully performed cut scenes with some of the most advanced motion capture technology to date, also accompanied by another fantastic soundtrack from Gustavo Santaolla. .

    The game introduces you to the world of the last of us part 2 through a lengthy tutorial-like, opening chapter. Where Ellie goes on a peaceful patrol with her love interest Dina, taking out a few infected and clickers in the typical last of us style gameplay. In this sequence, while the gameplay, isn’t the most exciting (yet), we are re-introduced to the extremely detailed environments and world-building that we’d expect from naughty dog. In this game though, they really go above and beyond what they’ve done in the past, rivaling, or even surpassing rockstar in this aspect. Naughty as well even throughs in a few easter-eggs that many of us will at least chuckle at, or have a smile on our face.

    Unfortunately, this smile on our face is quickly turned upsidedown when we are introduced to Abby and friends, who are on a haunt to fulfill a mission of revenge, even playing as her throughout this opening sequence. If you saw the spoilers like me, you knew exactly what this was going to escalate into.

    Abby ultimately crosses into this horde of infected, which starts off one of the many extremely tense set pieces in the last of us part 2, accompanied by a heart-pulsing soundtrack also from Mr. Robot’s Mac Quayle. I honestly can’t emphasize enough how incredible the combat music is for this game. You can really feel the tension and sweaty palms. Abby, is fortunately saved by our very own, fan-favorite Joel, and then Uncle Tommy who are also out on patrol at this time. This portion of the game is honestly the only major gripe i have with the writing and execution. Tommy, amidst the snow-storm and infected horde, tells Abby his and Joel’s name. Joel and Tommy ultimately agree to shamelessly seek refuge from the dangerous horde, and terrible snowstorm, at Abby’s place, unaware of the fate that awaits. While this is happening, Ellie and Dina are having one of the many intimate moments of the game, only to be disrupted by Jesse, who informs them of Tommy and Joel’s absence. I could unfortunately only want to punch my wall at this moment due to just how stupidly Joel dies. At the time of me experiencing his death in the game, I was angry. Both at the game and at myself for buying into this lazy written game. This whole sequence I felt was extremely rushed and he died too early, the execution could’ve been better.

    Thankfully enough, the game is only uphill from this point on, both in terms of gameplay, and writing. Ellie and Dina arrive in Seattle after Tommy, and we are immediately re-introduced to what we love about Naughty Dog games. The Seattle area features a linear-world similar to Uncharted The Lost Legacy. It features many side objectives, with an exploration into optional areas that pay off. This is accompanied by very tender and quirky dialogue moments between Ellie and Dina, extremely layered and detailed stores and environments, satisfying combat that now features a nicely refined gameplay system that includes a dodge and jump button that helps separate ellie from joel’s gameplay in the first game. Allowing her to be extremely stealth like a snake, or to get to areas out of reach in hopes for supplies, cute cards filled with easter-eggs, safes, or notes that fill in the gaps between the ongoing past and present battles in Seattle that include WLF, FEDRA, and the seraphites. A lot of them even include extremely interesting stories about personal experiences in the world, such as the story of Boris and his friends. The story of Boris and his friends is one of the many extremely layered optional side collectibles that you will not regret reading into.

    It seems that Metacritic has a limit.

    All in all, it's a 9/10 game, few weird pacing moments, but everything else it's a very memorable and special experience won't be forgotten for a while. I can only feel it'll be loved as time goes on.    … Expand
  98. Kmine1217
    Jul 2, 2020
    6
    6/10 While I do understand why people would dislike the game for a multitude of reasons. Giving it a 0/10 untimely isn’t really a effective way of directing criticism. If you have issues either don’t buy it or return it and get a credit wherever you hit the game from. With that out of the way my personal score is a 6/10 the combat feels virtually the save a few extra gimmick like animals6/10 While I do understand why people would dislike the game for a multitude of reasons. Giving it a 0/10 untimely isn’t really a effective way of directing criticism. If you have issues either don’t buy it or return it and get a credit wherever you hit the game from. With that out of the way my personal score is a 6/10 the combat feels virtually the save a few extra gimmick like animals and such. The combat in the first game wasn’t the best but the story and writing carried it above what the combat was. However this game doesn’t have that luxury. The writing is unfortunately forced and contrived characters acting completely contrary to the previous game. And while time has passed the erratic nature of the time jumps is leaves the story feeling disjointed and unfocused. The games story often times has flashbacks with flashbacks. Creating a lack of cohesive focus. With the marketing focused on playing Ellie in reality playing another character for have the game. And that new character just isn’t written well. Combine that poor writing with obvious favoritism, she gets all the best combat sections, all the best weapons. I bought the game under the assumption that I’d be playing Ellie. This disconnect is caused by her killing Joel within the first hour. This was a terrible idea as it make us try to like a character that murdered the protagonist of the previous game we had gotten attached to. The Graphics while beautiful to me aren’t as important as gameplay, or a satisfying story. The forced nature of the story of what amounts to the theme of revenge and murder runs counter intuitive to the fact you can’t not kill people. The game seemingly wishes to judge you by making all of the deaths around you sound horrifying with gurgling noises, people calling for their mom. The fact the story has a, animal die to make the player feel bad when we learn who the owner was is just imposed by the fact we can’t not and Ellie has no way of knowing some random dog was someone else’s. This is why people dislike the game. The forced, and contrived nature of it. I never felt it could live up to the first because the bar was set too high. 6/10 the combat has little improvement, the graphics are beautiful, but poor pacing, writing, story, and character ultimately drags it down. It’s not a bad game and for the most part is competently made. The problem with subverting expectations is that you run the risk of alienating the audience you already have.… Expand
  99. Trofast88
    Jun 23, 2020
    10
    I love this game as much as the first. It took me close to 25 hours to finish it, its a real rollercoaster of emotions that adds to the experience. The player is not asked to sympathize with every decision in the game and that makes it special to me. I try to understand the hate, but i dont. Abby looks like a female crossfit-athlete, if you cant see pass that then what can I tell you.I love this game as much as the first. It took me close to 25 hours to finish it, its a real rollercoaster of emotions that adds to the experience. The player is not asked to sympathize with every decision in the game and that makes it special to me. I try to understand the hate, but i dont. Abby looks like a female crossfit-athlete, if you cant see pass that then what can I tell you. Like all games its not for everyone, but its definitly not a zero.… Expand
  100. Deimon20
    Jul 2, 2020
    10
    I love the plot, it's a perfect close of the original game. Abby is my favorite character and her friends, but also Jesse, Tommy :(. Ellie is not my favorite now. I'm thinking about the game all the days and talk about it a lot whit my friends. Great job ND
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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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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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