The Last of Us Part II

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  1. Mandulum
    Jul 6, 2020
    9
    I very much enjoyed the first The Last of Us. So much that I pre-ordered The Last of Us 2, which I rarely do. If you ignore what people on the internet are saying (which is good advise in general) you'll find an engaging and dark story that takes place in a world with a staggering amount of detail.
    The one thing I could have done without is the companions. At best the help out on the rare    I very much enjoyed the first The Last of Us. So much that I pre-ordered The Last of Us 2, which I rarely do. If you ignore what people on the internet are saying (which is good advise in general) you'll find an engaging and dark story that takes place in a world with a staggering amount of detail.
    The one thing I could have done without is the companions. At best the help out on the rare occasion but mostly they just sit around and waste the good cover spots. Once they even pushed me out of cover in front of a very angry looking fella.

    Date Completed: 2020-07-03
    Playtime: 25h
    Enjoyment: 9/10
    Recommendation: If you played the first then it's a definite yes.    … Expand
  2. JakeHealy
    Jul 25, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. After taking a couple of weeks to think it over I would happily say that The Last Of Us Part 2 is an excellent game.
    It's a technical masterpiece with very good gameplay and a polarising story.
    I think that the themes and atmosphere of this are very much aligned with and build off the original. It's not for everyone for sure. The Abby section dragged on just a couple of hours too long for me. Especially since we left it on such a cliffhanger before that...
    It questions your loyalties and offers differing perspectives. Each character is flawed. Some more than others. But ultimately the game left me feeling dirty, conflicted, emotionally wrecked, with a touch of acceptance to wrap it up. Not quite as stellar as the first, but damn near close.    … Expand
  3. Alan2306
    Jul 6, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The hatred of this game simply astounds me. Story aside, on the technical achievement this game is a 10/10. Looks and sounds fantastic, has a massive range of accessibility options too that you don't see in most games. The acting too is great. Great performance from the cast and solid directing.

    Now the story, I played the first game 5 times (twice on Grounded mode) so I'm in a position to comment on it as someone who loves the story from the first. Spoilers ahead.

    So Joel dies at the hands of a girl whose father he murdered at the end of the first game. His actions regarding Ellie at the end of the first game WERE extremely selfish, but understandable. Aside from that, we learned that he did some bad things in his past between the outbreak and meeting Ellie. He is the anti hero in a series about Ellie. This series was always about Ellie and here she takes the lead role. Does Joel die to early? Arguably. But the controversy surrounding his death is pathetic.

    I like the way the game is split between Ellie and Abby. Playing as Abby opens up a whole new perspective in this world. She's part of a group that can be lethal when required, but also human in comfortable moments. The same as Joel and Ellie's new found group in Jackson.

    Overall it's a great game. The faux outrage over it is downright pathetic. People need to grow up. Buy the game, try your best to ignore the hive mind of social media and make up your own mind. If you don't like the story that's ok, but the game itself is still great to play as the game play is fantastic.    … Expand
  4. Malprodigy
    Jun 22, 2020
    9
    Excellent so far. Only a few hours in; This early rating is my attempt to combat the trolls who are dropping a 0 on the game. Will refine my review and rating once finish.
  5. ZiggingZebra
    Oct 2, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I wanted to kill Abby, and I did everything I could to kill Abby. But sometimes you learn about perspective. And you say “I am not Joel or Ellie or Abby. I am me. The reason why I love this game is because it doesn’t do what i want but does things I live with.” I didn’t want to kill Jerry. He’s just a doctor trying to save the world. I would have shot in in the leg or incapacitated him in a different way. But Joel didn’t want to do that. Joel wanted to make sure that this Firefly project would never be possible again. And he did that, betting his last bit of luck that when he burst through those doors, Ellie would still be alive — and she was. It’s hard to admit, but Joel won.… Expand
  6. noblewin
    Jun 26, 2020
    9
    Literally the only excuse for anyone rating such an amazing game a bad score is that the reviewer has a micro-penis.

    Literally no other explanation. Amazing game. Amazing experience.

    Best of luck to those rating this game poorly. Enjoy a life of paying for disappointed companionship.
  7. naughtydnz
    Jul 6, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I've been very sad about joel's dead and story would be much much better but technically game is awesome. Storytelling is amazing. Worse than first game but still a masterpiece… Expand
  8. rfkvmrfovoefmv
    Jun 21, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Gameplay 9/10
    - Incorporates the familiar style from the original, which was great
    Graphics 10/10

    Story 6/10
    - I played the last of us 2 to play as Ellie, the Ellie portion of the game is fantastic and just when you are getting into it, you are then made to play as Abby.
    *Spoilers*
    - I do not understand why Naughty Dog thought it would be a good idea to make you play half of the game as a character you severely dislike from the start.

    A multiplayer portion of the game would have made the game more valuable and increased replay value.    … Expand
  9. Tharnis
    Jun 27, 2020
    9
    Finished with my playtrough of part 2 now. If you enjoyed the first game you will probably enjoy this one aswell. Not gonna make a review of this as there is plenty of proffesionals reviews out ther that are spot on.

    If all the negative reviews here from conservative unsecure people puts you off... dont let it. Its just the usual locust swarm trying to ruin gaming. Most of them never    Finished with my playtrough of part 2 now. If you enjoyed the first game you will probably enjoy this one aswell. Not gonna make a review of this as there is plenty of proffesionals reviews out ther that are spot on.

    If all the negative reviews here from conservative unsecure people puts you off... dont let it. Its just the usual locust swarm trying to ruin gaming. Most of them never even played it, and most of the user reviews are made before there even was a chance to play trough the game.

    Play it, you wont regret it.    … Expand
  10. kokernutz
    Jun 26, 2020
    9
    Absolutely stunning production. Plot, writing, voice acting, immense and detailed level design, music, sound, everything. My only complaint is that I thought it was a little too long. There were 2 or 3 times I thought I was at the ending and it kept going... and going...
  11. iKen
    Feb 10, 2021
    9
    Played on PS4 Pro.
    Gameplay: GREAT
    Graphic: GREAT
    Story: GOOD
    Music/Sound : GOOD
    Dialogue/Voice Acting: GREAT
  12. LiveMau5
    Jun 30, 2020
    9
    The Last Of Us Part 2 is a brilliant exploration of morality and perspective. It doesn’t treat the audience like fools, and it challenges the status quo with an innovative story. It’s visuals are some of the best in the industry, and combined with expert sound design, it almost makes you feel like you’re actually there, exploring the world. The gameplay takes what worked in TLOU andThe Last Of Us Part 2 is a brilliant exploration of morality and perspective. It doesn’t treat the audience like fools, and it challenges the status quo with an innovative story. It’s visuals are some of the best in the industry, and combined with expert sound design, it almost makes you feel like you’re actually there, exploring the world. The gameplay takes what worked in TLOU and expands it, and it’s animation system is by far the most smooth I’ve seen in a game. Whilst the game is not perfect, and not as straight forward as the first game (which some may not like), it gives you everything you could want from a sequel, and more. When Naughty Dog said they expected the game to be divisive, they weren’t wrong. Though don’t be put off by out of context spoilers, because context does matter, and when it’s all added up, it equals a well thought out, gut wrenchingly dark story, that many will find themselves enjoying. I can’t say you will agree with all the plot points of the game, but just go into it with an open mind, and see how you feel.… Expand
  13. mickolopi
    Jul 19, 2020
    9
    The Best game of this generation, from audio and visual aspect, gameplay, animation, acting, facial expressions, music... I can't say the game is perfect, the story isn't strong as the 1st game, which doesn't mean it's a bad story, not at all, scenario could be much better, and characters could be more believable, not because of acting, acting is outstanding, but their role isThe Best game of this generation, from audio and visual aspect, gameplay, animation, acting, facial expressions, music... I can't say the game is perfect, the story isn't strong as the 1st game, which doesn't mean it's a bad story, not at all, scenario could be much better, and characters could be more believable, not because of acting, acting is outstanding, but their role is unbelievable. Anyway didn't expect strong story like in the 1st game. We go the point of the story and that story could be told much better with more plot twists and surprises.… Expand
  14. Vaev
    Jun 24, 2020
    9
    I actually enjoyed it, completed in 29 hours on hard. I had fun and was immersed for the duration. There was some questionable plot handling in the intro,and a bit of story dragging near the middle, but I respect the risks taken and am throughly impressed with the technical marvel and visual beauty of this sequel.
  15. CRYPTO196
    Jul 1, 2020
    9
    The Last of Us Part II is not a game for everyone. It has many controversial topics that close minded people cannot stand. But in reality this is an amazing game. Naughty Dog once more proves they are the best in business when it comes to story telling. Gameplay was a lot better compared to the first game and I had a blast playing on this game. Loved the exploring and how you couldThe Last of Us Part II is not a game for everyone. It has many controversial topics that close minded people cannot stand. But in reality this is an amazing game. Naughty Dog once more proves they are the best in business when it comes to story telling. Gameplay was a lot better compared to the first game and I had a blast playing on this game. Loved the exploring and how you could approach combat in many ways. Atmosphere is something else, it was tense and it fit perfectly in every scene. My only issues is that I found some parts of the story to be too long, kind of over staying it's welcome and the fact that a lot of characters are just used poorly. There is very weak chemistry between characters, not even close to the first game. Overall Part II is a great game, don't listen to these negative comments. You have to play it for yourself in order to experience it.… Expand
  16. Sennastien
    Jul 12, 2020
    9
    Tlou2 is Definitively part of Games that count in a gamer lifetime @naughty_dog_inc @druckmann be proud of what you did. Huge experience. Many things to talk about : THANK YOU!
  17. phonk
    Jun 28, 2020
    9
    This is a great game. But I can somewhat see the problem people have with it, aside from the childish trolling reviews.

    The mental transition from: A) hating a major character (and not wanting to be manipulated by the game) to B) accepting that you understand (not like) the character's motivation while seeing that (all) the characters – being blinded by hatred – just can’t act    This is a great game. But I can somewhat see the problem people have with it, aside from the childish trolling reviews.

    The mental transition from:

    A) hating a major character (and not wanting to be manipulated by the game)

    to

    B) accepting that you understand (not like) the character's motivation while seeing that (all) the characters – being blinded by hatred – just can’t act otherwise. And therefore the game doesn't give you the option to change their actions.

    ... that’s a highly risky way to tell a story. Especially with such beloved characters. But it's also a real sign of creative integrity and of a bold vision.

    If the player can’t take this step of acceptance (a major theme of the game itself), the game fails. It will take you out of the immersion–which is so important to appreciate the game. That's why the story leak was a huge problem. The game needs context and the player needs to let the plot – and his own anger – sink in. It's a brilliant mechanism that mirrors the events of the game on a meta-level.

    The game knows that the player is in a moral dilemma. And – if you let the masterful crafted world and characters sink in – it takes you on a cathartic trip (which doesn’t work if you are not willing to accept the story).

    I applaud Naughty Dog for the brave decision to go with this. I loved how they got me to the point, where I went with the emotions of the characters EVEN knowing that this meant acting against my personal choices (that derived from my knowledge of the story as an external viewer). And that I, therefore, routed for the catharsis of all the protagonists.

    Risky but (therefore) great storytelling, if you are willing to accept what the game is doing.    … Expand
  18. OwtDaft
    Nov 4, 2021
    9
    + The gun combat and stealth is just like the first game and it still holds up.
    + The AI is good during combat.
    + Animation is ground breaking. + It's much longer than the first game. + The game does has some few good story moments like the last 2 hours. + I like Elle's battle with her conscience in the story. + lots of accessibility options. +- Graphics are fantastic, but it's    + The gun combat and stealth is just like the first game and it still holds up.
    + The AI is good during combat.
    + Animation is ground breaking.
    + It's much longer than the first game.
    + The game does has some few good story moments like the last 2 hours.
    + I like Elle's battle with her conscience in the story.
    + lots of accessibility options.
    +- Graphics are fantastic, but it's sadly covered in a fake horrible film grain.
    - While hidden, AI is very predictable with their movements. All stealth games have this issue though.
    - Can't switch which side of the shoulder your camera is on, only while aiming you can.
    - The story is really slow in the bulk of the game and a bit lackluster.
    - Too much of the story felt like you was doing detours, like getting fuel or medical supplies.
    - I felt a lot of my time was looking for loot and it's like I needed to do it even though it got old.
    - The story going forwards and backwards in time too often hurts the pacing of the story.
    = The story isn't as good as the first game and even though the graphics are better, the image looks horrible with the film grain. You can turn the grain off while in photo mode and it's sad because the game looks so much better with it off, It's such a shame. It's still a very good game, but it's not been able to grip me like the first one did.

    (Edit: Apprently the film grain can now be turned off if you update the game)    … Expand
  19. Justmindless
    Jun 23, 2020
    9
    Having actually played the game. Unlike most of the troll reviews. It is a fitting and satisfying sequel to the original. An immersive story and game play experience that expanded on what was great about the original. Ignore the hate and for your own opinion and I think you'll find that you like it.
  20. Purgatory1
    Jun 27, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The atmosphere, graphics and audio are simply fantastic. You probably won't get much more out of the PS4 (Pro).

    The fact that the ending isn't a happy ending and triggers so many strong emotional reactions from players shows how brilliant the game is. The developers deliberately play with the emotions of the players and get them out of their comfort zone. This also explains the many negative reviews of the players, who can't handle that. And I expect my review to be downvoted by the same people, but that’s okay.

    It is certainly not a game for everyone, especially not for those who can only live with a good ending. But for those who can handle this kind of story, this game is unique except for some minor flaws and it is certainly one of the best of its kind.

    I give some smaller point deductions for the skill system and the shooter mechanics.    … Expand
  21. dorkainur
    Jun 19, 2020
    9
    I'm cis heterosexual but i have 0 problems with the game. As it should be,

    Game is amazing.
  22. Atyne
    Apr 18, 2021
    9
    Everything about this game is a masterpiece, except the story and some details.
    +innovative animations, graphics, atmosphere, gameplay, etc...
    -level transitions - once you enter a door, you can't go back
    -fu*ked up story
    -forced LGBTI propaganda
    -game forces you to do actions you wouldn't do
    -betrayal by developers - fake trailer with Joel mid-game...
  23. Amaraen
    Nov 9, 2020
    9
    Much better than the reception it recieves from 'fans', and frightening to worry about how the review bombing might stop another game of its like being made, as this game is simply a work of art and well worth playing.

    Has trouble reaching a conclusion, but ultimately that's the point of the narrative. Has a few contrivances with how easily it has characters move around the whole    Much better than the reception it recieves from 'fans', and frightening to worry about how the review bombing might stop another game of its like being made, as this game is simply a work of art and well worth playing.

    Has trouble reaching a conclusion, but ultimately that's the point of the narrative.

    Has a few contrivances with how easily it has characters move around the whole country, but it really isn't important to the story.    … Expand
  24. resh_aykut
    Jun 24, 2020
    9
    The last of us Part ii 'yi bitirdiğim günden bugüne gözüme uyku girmedi, sahneleri tekrar tekrar izlediğimde hep göz yaşı döktüm, beni tamamen darmaduman etti. Şunu rahatlıkla söyleyebilirim ki The last of Part ii şu ana kadar teknik olarak dizayn edilmiş en iyi oyunlardan birisi. Naughty Dog 'un bu konuda başarıları zaten tartışılmaz. Görsel olarak, gerçekçi gameplay mekanikleri,The last of us Part ii 'yi bitirdiğim günden bugüne gözüme uyku girmedi, sahneleri tekrar tekrar izlediğimde hep göz yaşı döktüm, beni tamamen darmaduman etti. Şunu rahatlıkla söyleyebilirim ki The last of Part ii şu ana kadar teknik olarak dizayn edilmiş en iyi oyunlardan birisi. Naughty Dog 'un bu konuda başarıları zaten tartışılmaz. Görsel olarak, gerçekçi gameplay mekanikleri, animasyonları ve karakter duygu geçişleri ile baştan aşağı büyülendim oynarken. Nefretin her iki tarafı öylesine bir yıkıma sürüklediği bu hikaye ancak bu kadar güzel anlatılabilirdi fakat bir oyuncuların kabul edemeceği gerçekler doğrultusunda gerçekleşiyor bu durum. Bu yüzden de oyunun senaryosu tartışmaya sonuna kadar açık kalıyor. Neil Druckmann 'ın part ii hikaye anlatımını fazlasıyla cesur buldum bu yüzden. Kendileri de bu oyunun bu kadar çok tartışmaya açık ve eleştirilerin hedefi olacaklarının farkındalardı. Bunun için özel olarak kurgulanmıştı hikaye. Böyle bir cesareti bir de Hideo Kojima Death Stranding oyununu yaparak göstermişti ama sığır yine sığır olduğu için insanlar o oyuna da oynamadan laf etmişti. Part ii 'de sığırlık : homofobik eleştiriler. Kale alınmasına bile gerek yok bu konu hakkındaki olumsuz yorumların.

    Öfke, nefret, intikam, pişmanlık, merhamet, acıma, hayal kırıklığı gibi duygular o kadar güzel bir şekilde anlatılıyor ki Öfke ve pişmanlık, intikam ve acıma, şefkat ve nefret gibi bu zıt duygular bir araya geldiğinde bile bir insanı bu kadar derinden etkileyebileceğini, alınan kararları dramatik bir şekilde bir anda değiştireceğini hiç düşünmezdim.

    Son olarak The Last of Us Part I 'e daha önce 10/10 verdiğim için bu oyuna puanım 8.5 ~ 9/10    … Expand
  25. dampact
    Jul 18, 2020
    9
    A true masterpiece, for me it totally lived up to the last game. The story did have a bit of a down moment for me towards the end, but I think Naughty Dog managed to bring the story back from that point extremely well.
    I’m not the biggest fan of the sudden increase in difficulty by close-quarters combat with either a dozen of the infected or the bullet sponge-y “bosses”. I know it works to    A true masterpiece, for me it totally lived up to the last game. The story did have a bit of a down moment for me towards the end, but I think Naughty Dog managed to bring the story back from that point extremely well.
    I’m not the biggest fan of the sudden increase in difficulty by close-quarters combat with either a dozen of the infected or the bullet sponge-y “bosses”. I know it works to enhance tension, but I’d be just as scared for my characters life without bumping into walls every 2 seconds. But then again, that’s probably just me. I still enjoyed those parts.    … Expand
  26. kaapeliwc
    Jun 26, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Man this game got me all emotional. Love games do that ! At first i hated abby but then u see her character arc. Just wow ! Nauhgty dog cant wait for ur next project!… Expand
  27. Fat_Alberta
    Jul 4, 2020
    9
    Much better than people are making it out to me. Certain elements of the plot could have been executed better and I question whether or not this story would have worked better if told in chronological order, but this isn’t a slap in the face to the original like many people are saying. The biggest surprise here is the gameplay, particularly the tense, frantic combat encounters. Play onMuch better than people are making it out to me. Certain elements of the plot could have been executed better and I question whether or not this story would have worked better if told in chronological order, but this isn’t a slap in the face to the original like many people are saying. The biggest surprise here is the gameplay, particularly the tense, frantic combat encounters. Play on high difficulty and don’t use listen mode — that’s how the game should be experienced. The stealth is the absolute best in any Naughty Dog game and perhaps my favorite in a big budget stealth game since MGSV. The open-ended design of the levels is both dense and expansive, naturally facilitating multiple play styles and keeping all of them engaging. Outside of the main narrative, of which there has been plenty of criticism (some deserved, some not), the actual world building and environmental storytelling are both top notch here. The LGBT characters generally steer clear of pandering and don’t virtue signal like, say, Steve in Mass Effect 3; regardless of what anyone says, the fact that one of the most frequently cited problems with the game is the inclusion of LGBT characters is, frankly, ridiculous, immature, and neckbeard to the extreme. What a silly thing to dismiss a game for, honestly.… Expand
  28. LogicMissile
    Jun 28, 2020
    9
    Not quite as good as the first, but it’s a lot to live up to. The gameplay is incredible, the cut scenes are completely seamless, the violence is beautifully brutal, and the characters are so believable it hurts. Everyone seems to be up in arms about the story, which, if I had to to hazard a guess, is contingent upon having eight years to plan out the story how they wanted to see itNot quite as good as the first, but it’s a lot to live up to. The gameplay is incredible, the cut scenes are completely seamless, the violence is beautifully brutal, and the characters are so believable it hurts. Everyone seems to be up in arms about the story, which, if I had to to hazard a guess, is contingent upon having eight years to plan out the story how they wanted to see it themselves, and then being disappointed that it happened differently.… Expand
  29. zamorian79
    Jul 18, 2020
    9
    After almost a month dedicated to this game, I finished and 100% TLOU2. Took me about 40 hours to platinum the game. Here are some thoughts:

    Pros: +World building +Music score +Animation +Level design +Lighting effects +Impressive accessibility options (even if I won't need them) +Attention to detail (is full of things most won't notice) +A technical achievement. Cons:    After almost a month dedicated to this game, I finished and 100% TLOU2. Took me about 40 hours to platinum the game. Here are some thoughts:

    Pros:
    +World building
    +Music score
    +Animation
    +Level design
    +Lighting effects
    +Impressive accessibility options (even if I won't need them)
    +Attention to detail (is full of things most won't notice)
    +A technical achievement.

    Cons:
    -Although I don't have a problem with Abby she didn't click on me, in a game like this it is all about the engagement of the player with the characters.
    -Abby/Lev's story didn't feel as powerful and meaningful as Joel/Ellie's.
    -Game dragged in the 2nd half, felt too long.

    TLOU2 has it's own identity. I'm glad it happened, but also see some flaws when they decided to come back to a story that was perfect. The reception probably would be better if they moved away from Joel and Ellie's story. Even if I didn't like some things, the game is incredible.    … Expand
  30. lager96
    Jul 15, 2020
    9
    I remember the launch day of the original The Last of Us back in 2013. I came home from school, bought the game and was so excited to play it. From the opening first 20min the game had me and when I beat the game I was in love with the characters, the story, and the world. 7 years later and I still love it and I was so excited about Part II.

    Just like the first game, I downloaded Part    I remember the launch day of the original The Last of Us back in 2013. I came home from school, bought the game and was so excited to play it. From the opening first 20min the game had me and when I beat the game I was in love with the characters, the story, and the world. 7 years later and I still love it and I was so excited about Part II.

    Just like the first game, I downloaded Part II and was waiting for the game to unlock on my PS4. The game unlocked and I was finally playing the sequel to my favorite game of all time. I was so hyped and was so happy to be back in this world with these characters. The game looks so great and is probably one of the best looking games of all time (next to RDR2). As the story progressed I was happy to see where it would go and then it happened. The unforgettable act took place and I had no idea where the story was going. Based on the trailers I thought I knew where the story was going but I was wrong.

    I accepted what happened and was dying to see what happened next. I played the story over the course about a week and was caught off guard so many times by the story, especially with a huge surprise half way through the game. I found myself rushing through the second half and stopped myself when I noticed. Upon completing the game I was unsure what I thought about the game. I LOVED so much about the game. The gameplay and combat is Naught Dog at its best! The animations is top tier and the acting is the best I've seen in a video game.

    I thought about this game for days and finally realized that I actually really appreciate what NG did with the story. They could have done it safe and predictable but they didn't. The arc that Ellie and other characters go through is great. 90% of this game is about revenge, yes. However, the last 10% is a about redemption and forgiveness. While this game may not be what some fans expected, I feel this game will be remembered as revolutionary and ahead of its time a year or two down the road. I can't wait for my NG+ playthrough to see everything I missed during my first playthough.

    My final score: 8.5    … Expand
  31. scott_324
    Feb 3, 2021
    9
    This game is amazing. Yes, the story is tough and might upset you if you are fond of the characters from the first game, or you don't like unconventional characters. The gameplay isn't revolutionarily different from the first game but still solid. My only complaints are that the game isn't on PC and I also don't like having to search every nook and cranny just to get upgrades. They shouldThis game is amazing. Yes, the story is tough and might upset you if you are fond of the characters from the first game, or you don't like unconventional characters. The gameplay isn't revolutionarily different from the first game but still solid. My only complaints are that the game isn't on PC and I also don't like having to search every nook and cranny just to get upgrades. They should just give you upgrades every once and a while.… Expand
  32. HasAnyoneReally
    Jul 25, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. With a bold and daring story decision, the last of us part 2 challenges the player to look at the other side of the same coin.

    Abby is debuted in a brutal hateful way. The game over time proceeds to asks the player to understand, to walk a mile in another’s shoes and see everyone has a personal struggle. If it wasn’t Abbys story, it could have been any one related to the other thousands of people massacres by Joel in part one.

    This game isn’t perfect, but it tries something new and daring for a game of this caliber. It’s a shame the internet hate mob couldn’t get past the fact that there is lgbtq representation and a woman with large muscles. A compelling and challenging story,
    Greatly improved gameplay from part one,
    Next gen graphics on current gen system,
    Stellar script, performances, sound design and direction. A beautiful game unfortunate enough to be attached to the wrong side of the internet.    … Expand
  33. rhilborne
    Jan 31, 2022
    9
    This game for me was incredible! The gameplay was engaging and the story is one of my favorites. It is a real rollercoaster of emotions. I recommend playing with minimal info going in and just enjoying the game for what it is. Overall one of my favorite recent gaming experiences.
  34. venom777
    Jun 22, 2020
    9
    У игры такие низкие пользовательские оценки видимо из-за того, что маленькие дети не могут играть в нее при своих родителях ввиду того, что те нашлепают их по жопе, если увидят двух целующихся девушек. P.S Из больше чем 11 часов кат-сцен лгбт тематике уделено минут 15.У игры такие низкие пользовательские оценки видимо из-за того, что маленькие дети не могут играть в нее при своих родителях ввиду того, что те нашлепают их по жопе, если увидят двух целующихся девушек. P.S Из больше чем 11 часов кат-сцен лгбт тематике уделено минут 15.
  35. Hittokiri9922
    Jun 23, 2020
    9
    Don’t listen to the haters,it’s good game with amazing graphics and deep storyline.But I love the gameplay the most!! Buy the game and play it first!
  36. hardingman
    Aug 8, 2020
    9
    One of those rare games that leaves you with a real feeling of emotion, whether that be anger or loss or sadness or emptiness. Builds on the original story in a way only Naughty Dog could manage. Masterpiece.
  37. ng_aniki
    Jun 21, 2020
    9
    It's a really great game. While I can understand some of the negative critics here, in that I had several moment where I could not empathize with the main character, I still deeply enjoyed the game. I really liked discovering the same events from different points of view.

    Gameplay was really smooth, I really felt like I was totally in control during the action moments. Visuals are mind    It's a really great game. While I can understand some of the negative critics here, in that I had several moment where I could not empathize with the main character, I still deeply enjoyed the game. I really liked discovering the same events from different points of view.

    Gameplay was really smooth, I really felt like I was totally in control during the action moments.
    Visuals are mind blowing. Environments, characters, animations, vfx, sound, everything is super polished. I had a great time and recommend everyone to play this game. And to play the story until the end.    … Expand
  38. mrwarcriminal
    Mar 15, 2023
    9
    If you like or are like me a Hugh fan of The Last of Us you need to play this game. There’s a few quality of life updates to the game mechanics. Graphics are a lot better than TLOU remastered. If you play on PS5 graphics look much better & are on par to the PS5 version of TLOU Part 1. I played them back to back & they look virtually identical on PS5. Load times for Part II are longer. TheIf you like or are like me a Hugh fan of The Last of Us you need to play this game. There’s a few quality of life updates to the game mechanics. Graphics are a lot better than TLOU remastered. If you play on PS5 graphics look much better & are on par to the PS5 version of TLOU Part 1. I played them back to back & they look virtually identical on PS5. Load times for Part II are longer. The story gets review bombed by the hate parade & that’s unfortunate. There were rumors & hate groups came out in force but ignore that stuff. Living with hate makes you miserable, sucks the energy out of you. This game is super fun & the TLOU universe continues with an outstanding story. I think most people dislike the game because it’s not the game they would have written & it makes them feel angry. I’d argue in this case it’s just good storytelling (trying to avoid spoilers here). It’s not always going to work but I genuinely had my feeling change as the story progressed. Let’s be clear & state that at the end I 100% understood the story. I was emotionally confused which in this case is a good thing IMHO. I wasn’t sure if I was angry or felt complete. Was a bit confused as to who I was angry with. Do I have new friends & family or enemy’s. The story is clear but my feelings were stirred up. The story made me think about many things & look at the characters differently. If you loved Part 1 for the story & the emotions it make you feel this game do that & more. Play the game with an opened mind & you’ll have a fantastic ride.… Expand
  39. sub-zero
    Jul 16, 2020
    9
    Awasome story, awasome gameplay, awasome soundtrack and awasome graphic, The sad ending. I want more game like this
  40. dedalus2k
    Jun 28, 2020
    9
    Ignore the narrowminded alt-right hate trolls steamrolling this game, which I would estimate a good 80+ percent of the hard negative reviews are. Poor little insecure twits unable to deal with the slightest challenge to how they want to see the world.
    The first TLoU game is one of the few games I've played through more than once. In fact I've lost count of how many times I've played it.    Ignore the narrowminded alt-right hate trolls steamrolling this game, which I would estimate a good 80+ percent of the hard negative reviews are. Poor little insecure twits unable to deal with the slightest challenge to how they want to see the world.
    The first TLoU game is one of the few games I've played through more than once. In fact I've lost count of how many times I've played it. Certainly more than any other. LToU 2 lives up to the original on all counts. At first I was a bit tentative about it. The first few hours felt like a bit of a rehash of the original in a lot of ways, but then the game shifted gears and took off. People hollering about plot holes need to use their imagination and understanding of the human condition. Nothing seems out of character. I think a lot of those comments are simply forced onto it to hide the fact that they've got some personal anti-sjw agenda. Why do they hide it.? Because they know, deep down, that they should be ashamed of themselves for being closed-minded hate mongers.    … Expand
  41. jonmilton89
    Jun 30, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Almost everything is brilliant. Playing as the villain was an odd choice and the pacing was way off. Would've been a 10/10 otherwise.… Expand
  42. Angel_Mason
    Jul 10, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Here's the thing, mis amigos: Nobody that has written a review or even gave the game a score would have had the time to properly finish it in the first place. I don't even have the game yet and here I am writing a 10/10 review.
    You need to understand that after the leaks a whole bunch of hateful people and trolls went all their way to harass the developers and ruin the game by spreading those leaks with both real and fake information.
    I'm not saying the game is perfect 'cause I haven't even played it but I would ask you, reader, to go and see for yourself: Read the professional reviews, go watch some youtuber's gameplay videos, read the story from the wiki or trust your gut and buy it and ask for a refund if you hate it.
    You know what's the story about so there's nothing about the tone that you would go blindly into. If the story, gameplay, violence or depictions that presents you aren't your thing, well, skip it.
    All I'm saying is that you should give the game a fair chance 'cause for less than 24 hours since it launched, to have more than 5000 reviews it's just simply baffling.
    I'll update this review (or delete this one and write a new one) when I get to play the game.
    Have a good day, everyone!

    EDIT: After playing the game thoroughly I came with the conclusion that, in fact, it is quite good! The characters are really well-developed and the whole narrative takes a whole bunch of risks that, at least for me, pay off awesomely! And of course, the gameplay, man! The gameplay's so cathartically bloody you can't possibly want to keep up but something pulls you in right back at it.
    I can understand why some people would flat-out despise the story, unfortunately, they fall in the majority of really mundane and superficial complaints (Ex. no. 1: Joel being "careless" like, man, it's been 4 years in which they pretty much show how much he went soft trying to reach an understanding with Ellie and his own experiences in a town like Jackson. Ex. no 2: The "woke agenda" like, you look immature by even using those terms, dude... And believe me, there's no "agenda" in this game. Things play out like in the real world and there is not even a single moment that allows you to go "ah! They showcase us, conservatives, as bad people!". Not even that, they're not attacking you).

    Is this a perfect game? Probably no. Is the narrative flawless? Not really: There are certain moments that probably weren't too polished (a character death that plays more for cheap shock value midway through the game; the jarring change of pace by playing with a new protagonist midway through the game, as well) but overall I can overlook all of that with what we have here. All I could have wished for was for this game to have been longer than what it is, the extra time would have worked wonders (yes, I'm saying that about this 25-hour long game).

    I can understand the hate. I can understand the love. It certainly deserves both: To be loved and hated in this much passion (but hating it doesn't give you rights to be an awful person and send death threats to the developers even if the game was not as "legendary" as you would have hoped for...)

    Ironically, about a game about hate and empathy, the story bleeds out into the real world wonderfully.

    It's 50/50 man, and I wish for the user reviews to remain like they are right now (at 5.3 overall), because that sums it up: People loving it for the wrong reasons and people hating it for ridiculous reasons. People enjoying it for doing a whole bunch of things right, and people hating it for doing things they didn't hope for.
    Give or take. You might love this, you might hate this.
    I ended up loving it, even when the game broke my heart in half and spat on it. But it was an experience that definitely moved me like nothing else in the gaming world. Nothing at all.

    You may end up saying the story is trash, you may end up saying the story is one of the best narratives out there. For me is the second. The only way for you to find out is to play it. Maybe you'll agree with me, maybe you'll think I'm stupid.
    Either way, I got something I wasn't prepared for.
    And I loved every last one of those seconds.    … Expand
  43. utkez
    Jun 24, 2020
    9
    This game may start a bit slow and does mediocre way on portraiting some of Ellie's companions, but it gets more interesting and more dramatic later on. Graphics is gorgeous and sound design is A+ job. The combat mechanic is improved in many ways, but the gameplay basics haven't changed much.

    If you want to plunge into the apocalyptic world of TLOU once again and see the world from the    This game may start a bit slow and does mediocre way on portraiting some of Ellie's companions, but it gets more interesting and more dramatic later on. Graphics is gorgeous and sound design is A+ job. The combat mechanic is improved in many ways, but the gameplay basics haven't changed much.

    If you want to plunge into the apocalyptic world of TLOU once again and see the world from the perspective of other characters, grab this game immediately. It improves all aspects of its predecessor but remains true to its heart. The masterpiece and one of the best game of this generation.    … Expand
  44. Eckar44
    Jul 16, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Mucha de las críticas ha este juego han estado basadas en ataques a su argumento, y es cierto es controvertido y definitivamente Abby en un personaje que no despierta nuestro afecto y el hecho de hacernos jugar con ella durante unas cuentas horas es molesto. Pero siendo completamente honestos, nada de esto hace que juego deje de ser simplemente increíble. El esmero en los detalles, la hambientacion, la música, la jugabilidad, el diseño de niveles, todo es de una calidad sobresalientemente que ya quisieran otros estudios alcanzar. Algunas otras críticas dicen que es un “juego muy lúgubre para estos tiempos”, otra vez contra el argumento, es un juego en un mundo post apocalípticos donde nos muestran como probablemente (basados en cómo nos hemos comportado a través de la historia) se comportarían los humanos (que son al final los verdaderos mounstros del juego) no hay nada que no puedo era ser verdad y si eso te hace sentir mal pues este no es tú tipo de juego, eso no es culpa de quien lo hizo ni tiene por que bajar la puntuación del mismo, una evaluación sobre la “Calidad” no Tiene que ligarse con una sobre “gustos”. En fin técnicamente esta es una obra maestra, con un argumento controvertido y que no será del agrado de muchos (a mi particularmente el personaje de Abby nunca me genera empatía y el forzarme a jaguar con ella es muy molesto) pero esto no Desmerita un juego que todo gamer ó aficionado a los video juegos debería visitar para formarse una opinión, sin duda será ejemplo a seguir por muchos otros desarrolladores en cuanto a cualidades técnicas.… Expand
  45. Juhiz
    Jul 18, 2020
    9
    Consequences...real world consequences.
    While playing this i felt healthy stress and tension, i loved every second of it. That tension was a combination of survival horror elements and not knowing what happens next.
    In it´s core The Last of Us Part II is an exploration of hate, revenge and consequences of one's actions. There are a lot of heartwarming and sweet moments throughout The    Consequences...real world consequences.
    While playing this i felt healthy stress and tension, i loved every second of it. That tension was a combination of survival horror elements and not knowing what happens next.
    In it´s core The Last of Us Part II is an exploration of hate, revenge and consequences of one's actions. There are a lot of heartwarming and sweet moments throughout The Last of Us Part II which balance the heavy subject matter perfectly. I liked that player gets to see games conflict from different points of view. Like in the real world, conflicts and opposing points of view are not black and white, there´s no clear bad guy or good guy. I don´t want to spoil the story, but lets just say that in the game, after being blinded by hate that sudden relization of the cost of ones choices hits hard.
    Graphics are amazing and enviroments are astoundingly rich with detail. Story is great, it´s an emotional rollercoaster, it stays with you when you finish the game. Gameplay is exciting and in most cases keep you the edge of your seat.

    No game is perfect 10, so this is 9.    … Expand
  46. swotam
    Jul 25, 2020
    9
    While there are many who dislike the story choices that Naughty Dog made regarding characters, events, or sexual orientation in the game, it remains a masterpiece and a worthy sequel to the original game. Set in a hard world populated by hard people, there are no heroes here, only damaged people who do bad things in order to survive. The journey Ellie undertakes is one of revenge andWhile there are many who dislike the story choices that Naughty Dog made regarding characters, events, or sexual orientation in the game, it remains a masterpiece and a worthy sequel to the original game. Set in a hard world populated by hard people, there are no heroes here, only damaged people who do bad things in order to survive. The journey Ellie undertakes is one of revenge and anger, and the consequences of Joel’s decisions in the first game are core to the events of the sequel. The game is difficult to play, matching the trials the characters must endure. You’ll find yourself mentally exhausted, wondering when the hardships will end as you play. By the end you want it to be over, not because it’s a bad game but because the journey has been so difficult.

    Is it perfect? No. However Naughty Dog has created an excellent story that tells of damaged people who will go to extremes to protect the ones they love, even if that means killing those loved by others. It’s sad, it’s difficult, it will probably bring out emotions as few games can, but it’s necessary to tell the story of past decisions that have consequences. Play it and enjoy the story, and don’t worry about those that dislike it for making tough choices.    … Expand
  47. lolxdd
    Jun 28, 2020
    9
    Лучший визуал.
    Лучшее музыкальное сопровождение.
    Геймплей на высоте. По сюжету есть минусы ( и даже значительные), но как целостная картина, выглядит очень сильно. Есть над чем задуматься. (Тут и горечь утраты и любовь и месть, все на должном уровне).Однозначно к покупке.    Лучший визуал.
    Лучшее музыкальное сопровождение.
    Геймплей на высоте.
    По сюжету есть минусы ( и даже значительные), но как целостная картина, выглядит очень сильно. Есть над чем задуматься. (Тут и горечь утраты и любовь и месть, все на должном уровне).Однозначно к покупке.
  48. DeckJagger
    Jan 20, 2021
    9
    Красивая и детально проработанная игра. По ходу сюжета проникаешься к персонажам и все встаёт на свои места.
  49. PapaCristobal
    Jun 22, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Amazing game overall. Insanely beautiful visuals of course, great voice acting and sound design. People seem to have issues with the story, i however really enjoyed it. Like many others, I despised Abby at first for what she did to Joel. But through playing her, I grew to enjoy her character. To the point where I didn't want Ellie to actually go after her and let it go. Great writing overall. The only real gripes that I have with this game is that the combat could feel clunky at times, especially during boss fights or when hordes of infected rush you. And the AI didn't feel that great, especially friendly AI when you ended up in combat, or when you wanted to silently take down enemies alongside the friendly AI, which is done in more scripted sequences.… Expand
  50. mourner29
    Jun 27, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Great game. Not as great as the first one though. Feel like people just stop being invested in the story after Joel's death. Its not a bad story if u look at it as a whole picture. Give it a chance. Put the hatred for Abby aside. Look at it in her point of view. If you can do that i'm sure you would enjoy thr game more. Gameplay ain't bad either. After all that if you still hate the game,then to each their own.… Expand
  51. gofaf123
    Jul 1, 2020
    9
    Amazing journey, the first one is still a little bit better in my opinion.
    but nevertheless it's a great game, the best acting ever in a game, the best writing.
    Can't wait for what naughty dog shall do next
  52. julien5000
    Jul 26, 2020
    9
    Finally a game that explore deep subjects. Well written. Gameplay is fantastic, but a bit hard at normal due to the fact that they don't give you a lot of bullets. Nonetheless, good successor to the Part 1. I can't wait to see where they bring this franchise next.
  53. gottardojack
    Jun 29, 2020
    9
    Melhor jogo de 2020 tecnicamente mais peca um pouco na historia tirando um personagem de cena muito cedo do jogo
  54. Bullyboy
    Jul 3, 2020
    9
    The setting, worldbuilding, and gameplay were near perfect. Parts of the story felt a bit disconnected but it was still a fantastic ride. Good job Naughtydog
  55. himynameisart
    Jun 23, 2020
    9
    Half of these people review bombing either don't have the game or don't even have a ps4. The game is amazing, yes the story is polarizing because of a certain death but **** happens. Not everything is rainbows and happiness. The fact we have to play as the antagonist imo is a con and completely unnecessary. But everything else is amazing! Also Dina is awesome
  56. vanessap
    Jul 5, 2020
    9
    This game is amazing, one of the most intense I've played. The story is not easy to take but is really good
  57. fabricioacm
    Jul 2, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Insane experience. Not the best ending but the more you think about it, better it gets.… Expand
  58. Zoidberg_MD
    Jul 3, 2020
    9
    This game tried to create a miyazaki-like grey area on the morality of human nature and it largely succeeded. It was a VERY ambitious game and I think is a real success.

    I literally stopped playing for 2 days when you being playing as Abby. I HATED her. And yet, when you come back, the game really creates a genuine bond. You feel conflicted and pained. People want Ellie to be a hero.    This game tried to create a miyazaki-like grey area on the morality of human nature and it largely succeeded. It was a VERY ambitious game and I think is a real success.

    I literally stopped playing for 2 days when you being playing as Abby. I HATED her. And yet, when you come back, the game really creates a genuine bond. You feel conflicted and pained.

    People want Ellie to be a hero. But she's just like Joel. She's not a hero. She's human and flawed and filled with regret.

    It's an amazing game and everyone giving this a zero for a score are likely people who expected something and couldn't adapt    … Expand
  59. ethan_fitz01
    Jul 10, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. What a tremendous achievement by Naughty Dog with the Last of Us Part II. Improving on the gameplay from Part I and amping up the cinematic elements has created one of the great swan songs of the generation.

    While not quite as good aa the first game, there are many elements to this game that eclipse the first game. Larger environments, more playstyle options, interesting lore, and the continued emphasis on environmental storytelling means players get their money's worth. The game would be a 7 or 8 alone based on those elements.

    The much maligned story isn't perfect, particularly with pacing. Naughty Dog would have been better suited re-arranging the days of Abby and Ellie to match up. Playing as Abby for the extended period of time was a nice touch, I just didn't like the placement in the game as much. We get to experience the life of someone who is really not so different from Ellie. In a different world, they may have even been friends. The interesting part of the story is that there truly isn't a "good guy" and "bad guy". Both characters are deeply flawed while also being very redeemable. Even up to the very end I was not sure who I wanted to live or die, and that's a testament to the writing and voice acting.

    One other minor issue that makes this game a 9 instead of a 10 is that the game is perhaps 5 to 6 hours too long. This game would have benefitted from a slightly shorter playthrough to make it a more toght experience, but it's nowhere near the level of egregious as a game like Red Dead Redemption 2 in which the entire island sequence could have been cut out and the story would have been unaffected. These minor critiques aside, I highly recommend playing through this game. Its engaging gameplay and story about how revenge and hatred can consume a person's life make for an enjoyable experience that should not be missed.    … Expand
  60. huepkes
    Jul 10, 2020
    9
    Es ist ein tolles und fantastisch erzähltes Spiel. Viel Drama, Gewalt, Gefühl in der Story so wie ich es erwartet hatte! Ich fand es einfsch sehr gut. Grafisch absolutes Highlight. Ich finde ein paar nebencharakter verblassen ziemlich früh und man verliert schnell diese aus den Augen . Ansonsten Top !
  61. Ericthegamer2
    Jul 18, 2020
    9
    I think in some areas, this game does fall short. At times, the story is forced into directions that the player wouldn't necessarily want. I can tell how Neil Druckman was trying to subvert the audience's expectations and I commend him for that because him trying to do something different is so much better than him just providing us a cookie-cutter, bland narrative. I felt myself relatingI think in some areas, this game does fall short. At times, the story is forced into directions that the player wouldn't necessarily want. I can tell how Neil Druckman was trying to subvert the audience's expectations and I commend him for that because him trying to do something different is so much better than him just providing us a cookie-cutter, bland narrative. I felt myself relating to certain characters introduced in Part 2 and I wish instead of continuing to introduce new characters, Naughty Dog would've instead focused on a select few characters that I actually cared about. The structure of the narrative could've been better, but I appreciate what Druckman and his team were trying to convey. After spending about a week after I completed the game to think about the narrative, I've been able to think about how Abby and Ellie are on two sides of the same coin. It is definitely better than people are giving it credit for. Do not believe the intense hate that most online reviewers are giving it.
    The gameplay in Part 2 is absolutely fantastic. The animation is seamless, the gunplay feels realistic and weighty, and the fighting is so brutal. Words do not give the game enough credit for the amount of work that went into this game. Just for the gameplay alone, I would recommend it wholeheartedly. To put it briefly, the game looks and feels perfect. The detailed environments are immersive and the character models are equally wonderful.
    I definitely recommend this game. It is worth every penny. It is not perfect, but it is human.    … Expand
  62. raw8890
    Dec 12, 2020
    9
    Not as good as the original, a little too much revenge for most but it's an amazing game. Comparing to the first game is where it falls short in some aspects, but worth every bit of $60. The gameplay can become repetitive toward the end, but the story and conclusion is worth the playthrough.
  63. cjm868
    Jun 25, 2020
    9
    Much improved gameplay from the original with a strong narrative and impressive visuals.

    As someone who liked the original but not as much as most, I think the The Last of Us: Part II surpasses it’s effusively praised predecessor.
  64. taylorwj
    Jun 22, 2020
    9
    Is it fun? Not particularly. Is it satisfying? Is that the point? This is a story you participate in. You get to see the whole coin, not just the sides. If you want a standard good vs. evil story, leave now. If you want a companion-driven game, play God of War. But if you are okay going to hell and back while feeling like you smoked a pack in one sitting, play this, thenIs it fun? Not particularly. Is it satisfying? Is that the point? This is a story you participate in. You get to see the whole coin, not just the sides. If you want a standard good vs. evil story, leave now. If you want a companion-driven game, play God of War. But if you are okay going to hell and back while feeling like you smoked a pack in one sitting, play this, then contemplate... things.… Expand
  65. imafallguy
    Jun 28, 2020
    9
    Finished the game in 30 hours. The “SJW propaganda” you may have read about isn’t in the game. The character development is much different than in the first game which may turn some people off. Around the halfway point there’s an unexpected event which some folks aren’t a fan of. I, however, loved almost everything about this masterpiece. The pacing is a bit off and there’s just a tad tooFinished the game in 30 hours. The “SJW propaganda” you may have read about isn’t in the game. The character development is much different than in the first game which may turn some people off. Around the halfway point there’s an unexpected event which some folks aren’t a fan of. I, however, loved almost everything about this masterpiece. The pacing is a bit off and there’s just a tad too much filler, but other than that this is a near perfect game and a once-in-a-generation epic. Will be discussed for years on end and studied at Full Sail Uni.… Expand
  66. iaoth
    Jul 4, 2020
    9
    Great sequel with some fun new mechanics. Slightly long, but the story is engaging and had me hooked the entire time. I loved the idea of rewinding time and seeing everything play out from a different perspective.
  67. FistfulOfRupees
    Jul 6, 2020
    9
    Where do we start here, wow. Well, let's start with the first thing you'll notice I guess, the graphics.
    What can I say, running it on a PS4 Pro which isn't the strongest platform for games, you'd be forgiven for thinking it was a PC game, the graphics are absolutely stunning, quite possibly the best looking game to date despite it being on console.
    Do the graphics hit performance? Well,    Where do we start here, wow. Well, let's start with the first thing you'll notice I guess, the graphics.
    What can I say, running it on a PS4 Pro which isn't the strongest platform for games, you'd be forgiven for thinking it was a PC game, the graphics are absolutely stunning, quite possibly the best looking game to date despite it being on console.
    Do the graphics hit performance? Well, yes and no... anyone who played the Last of Us remaster on PS4 on a 1080p TV will be disappointed to learn there is no 60fps mode at all, you won't be able to favour performance over visuals even if, like me, you're using a Pro on a 1080p TV. That is a big disappointment, but it aims for 30fps and in my two play-throughs I can say with certainty that it rarely if ever deviated from that target. It was a solid experience throughout.
    Next up, the sound design... it's simply breathtaking, the audio is phenomenal throughout the entire game, from the ambient sounds of nature to the visceral sounds of clicker and humans being killed, a real treat for your ears, especially if you wear headphones while playing games.
    Gameplay? Well, this is where the game has me on the fence... the fighting and the stealthing is great, the game has tight controls although at times finicky because of the lower framerate making aiming and target acquisition slightly harder if you're used to playing at high framerates on PC for example, but other than that aiming and moving feel great, the main downside with the overall gameplay is how often there's a very very pretty but largely empty corridor or area to explore, it's gorgeous no doubt, but the world feels at times unpopulated and empty, sure, that could very well be by design as it is post apocalypse, but first and foremost it's a game, and there was at times, nothing going on. While contrary to that, the times when the action did pick up, WOW.. Some of the most intense scenes I've played in a "triple A" titles in recent memory.
    Finally... The story... what seems to be a major point of contention for some people... Let me start by saying this, the story is simply amazing, it's gripping, it will challenge the way you think about your protagonists. I would advise you don't listen to the loud minority of people complaining, they don't like the story and that's fine, that doesn't mean the story is badly written... because it isn't at all, the story is genuinely incredible and an amazing addition to Joel and Ellies story from the first game. There is a lot of emotions involved in this sequel, you will be angry, you will be sad. THAT IS THE POINT, this game isn't afraid to do things on its terms, it's refreshing to play a game with a story that quite frankly is difficult to absorb rather than pandering to fan service, I am upset that the story went this way, but I am upset in a good way, the way Naughty Dog intended. Quite frankly, I am still thinking about the story and everything days after I got the platinum trophy, it was a rollercoaster from start to finish.

    So... why a 9? Why not a 10? Well, while the story was genuinely really really very good, it went on too long. There were at least two points the game could have ended and the story wasn't as tight as it could have been, the story they wanted to tell could have been told far tighter, I was frustrated at times because of how much back-and-forth they did, the overall story was still after all said and done, simply amazing, but how it was presented needs work, I feel like if it was edited better it would even better than the first game, but it's just a little too long in the tooth and messy how it is right now. I don't think there was a single character or moment in this game that felt off, or I didn't like. It's one of the most finely crafted video games I've ever played, it's just a slight shame the presentation of the narrative falls a little short and we have to endure that 30fps cap instead of having an option for 60fps.

    I do hope Metacritic removes these stupid 0 reviews, anyone giving this game a 0 needs to rethink their lives.    … Expand
  68. HaloFever
    Nov 27, 2020
    9
    The Last of Us Part 2

    The Last of Us Part 2 is a great achievement in games but it is not perfect. This kind of game shows the problems with review score inflation. Most AAA games are far below The Last of Us Part II in scope and quality and yet gaming review sites and users will dole out 7, 8, and 9 out of 10 like every game with a $50M or greater budget is a masterpiece. Most games    The Last of Us Part 2

    The Last of Us Part 2 is a great achievement in games but it is not perfect. This kind of game shows the problems with review score inflation. Most AAA games are far below The Last of Us Part II in scope and quality and yet gaming review sites and users will dole out 7, 8, and 9 out of 10 like every game with a $50M or greater budget is a masterpiece. Most games are not that good. The Last of Us Part 2 is.

    Narratively, this game is an epic. The story goes all over the American west and from different perspectives. There was a time when this game could have been sold as two beefy 13 hour campaigns. For better or worse, gamers expect longer campaigns and studios are delivering. This game took me 26 hours to finish and none of it felt padded. Like a Rockstar game or The Witcher 3, every segment felt meaningful.

    My problems with the game are the controls and the abuse of cutscenes and scripted events. The controls are simply awful. The game settings have a few auto-aim options and I should have selected them. Aiming feels terrible and I often reloaded a save because I couldn’t make easy headshots. At one point in the game, an NPC tells Ellie that Ellie is the best shot in city. If that’s true, then everyone else must have the accuracy of Star Wars Storm Trooper. Selecting weapons and reloading could also have been easier. The odd controls include pressing the right trigger to reload and can only fire a gun while holding the left trigger to aim. In 26 hours of playing the game, the obtuse controls never felt intuitive.

    The game has every trope from every forced cutscene that has ever been in games. The player character will be grabbed when you open a door or crawl through a small space. It happens about a dozen times and you might think the player characters would go start to go through gaps with their guns pointed. There is a horror game quality that necessitates a few jump scares but none of them are scary when they happen ALL THE TIME! There are also times when you know that an enemy cannot be defeated because they are an essential character. An experienced, cynical gamer such as myself will not waste their ammo on scripted events.

    The overall story is good and I do not want to spoil it, but the story depends on the characters never telling each other the whole story about anything. The entire game could be over before it started if certain characters said “I am _____, from ______, and I am mad because _______ did _______.” Instead the motivations of the characters are dangled before us as some kind of emotional mysteries. Again, as an experienced cynical gamer, I see these things immediately and grow a bit frustrated with the player characters.

    Last point on the story, Ellie is a toxic codependent personality and I do not like her or support any of her decisions. She gives her friends ultimatums and uses their affection for her against them. All of her decisions are selfish, no matter how petty her goals. Her friends are codependent enablers. Good people and doggies die because their toxic relationships with each other. The player is given no choices to alter the narrative. You cannot redeem Ellie. This story is a tragedy and you have to play it out.

    All in all, The Last of Part 2 is a game of the year contender. While I do think this game has endemic issues of an industry that defines a “survival game” as a game bad controls and frustrating scripted events, the game is meticulously designed with a giant scope and many, many wow moments.    … Expand
  69. MikeMenkes
    Jul 20, 2020
    9
    I am taking a point off for the game play really not having evolved and Naughty-Dog's insistence on adhering to its usual formula. But all the complaints about story are false. Its two stories which go way beyond the basic conflict driven by the ending of TLOU1. Its not about LGBTQ rights. Its not about whether you "like" the characters, or even about whether you feel uncomfortableI am taking a point off for the game play really not having evolved and Naughty-Dog's insistence on adhering to its usual formula. But all the complaints about story are false. Its two stories which go way beyond the basic conflict driven by the ending of TLOU1. Its not about LGBTQ rights. Its not about whether you "like" the characters, or even about whether you feel uncomfortable with so much killing.
    Its about society going crazy when survival is the only value people have in common. Be patient with it.    … Expand
  70. SirForce
    Jun 30, 2020
    9
    I was initially super worried about the overwhelming negative reception of this game. Now that I finished the game, I'm glad that I ignored that.
    From a technical standpoint this is probably the best game you can get on a parting system like the PS4. It runs smooth for the most part, looks absolutely stunning and was developed with so much love for detail, that I quite literally spent    I was initially super worried about the overwhelming negative reception of this game. Now that I finished the game, I'm glad that I ignored that.
    From a technical standpoint this is probably the best game you can get on a parting system like the PS4. It runs smooth for the most part, looks absolutely stunning and was developed with so much love for detail, that I quite literally spent half of my playtime just investigating every little corner and inch of the game.
    Gameplay is good, but not perfect. The encounters are more versatile than they were in older Naughty Dog games, but you can still tell that it was made by the same people, that did Uncharted 4 for example. However, combat is intense especially on higher difficulty and the feeling of accomplishment when you cleared a difficult area without wasting all your ammunition and items is definitely there and very rewarding.

    The story is I believe what most people criticised the most. Yes it's not perfect, yes there were a few parts where I strongly disagreed with the actions and decisions of my character, but guess what, this is not an open world, sandbox RPG, it's a story driver "adventure" where I don't get to decide what people do and feel. Furthermore, this game manages like hardly a game ever before to make me believe I'm watching actual real human beings. Human beings that are flawed and sometimes naive and dumb - but real. And I'm really thankful for this experience!

    Why not a perfect 10/10 then? Well, for once the game felt a little too long. It took me a bit over 30 hours for the first playthrough and I believe it would be even more intense, if this number was down by a couple of hours. The gameplay was like I said before good, but not quite perfect. And - similar but not nearly as bad as the Uncharted games - the ludonarrative dissonance is quite strong in this game.

    So if each part of my impressions was weighted the same, I would probably rate this game as a 7 out of 10, but since I think not every part is evenly imported and the overall impression left me simply speechless, I'll give it a 9 out of 10.    … Expand
  71. JPbras
    Jul 7, 2020
    9
    The best game in my life. I love Abby, best character ever!!!
    The graphics is Amazing
  72. Deependra
    Jul 18, 2020
    9
    I Just completed the game..and wow... just wow... inspite of so many deaths, the ending blew away my mind... thank you Neil Druckmann for creating this masterpiece. All those fake reviews on Metacritic is purely a joke. This game is beyond immensity to even rate it.
    Following are the points what I really loved about the game.
    1) Direction 2) Gameplay 3) Environment/atmosphere ,    I Just completed the game..and wow... just wow... inspite of so many deaths, the ending blew away my mind... thank you Neil Druckmann for creating this masterpiece. All those fake reviews on Metacritic is purely a joke. This game is beyond immensity to even rate it.
    Following are the points what I really loved about the game.
    1) Direction
    2) Gameplay
    3) Environment/atmosphere , visuals, GFX
    4) Sound effects/BGM
    5) The ending.

    What I hated?
    1) Too many deaths
    2) story was slow pacing.

    In the end all I would say is, grab your copy blindly if you are yet to play this game...play it, and then rate it.
    The last of us 2 has set a new benchmark in gaming industry. It will be remembered forever and ever for
    producing suchh a masterpiece.    … Expand
  73. Yari
    Jul 9, 2020
    9
    When I finished the game it was 6/10. Few weeks later 9/10. A great sequel for a great game.
  74. Subject87
    Jun 26, 2020
    9
    A dark, depressing game that will not be for everyone, but is purely character focused and makes you appreciate that there's 2 sides to every coin. There's some pacing issues but the story is great, and the gameplay feels fresh and fun, as well as some of the best graphics on console right now
  75. TheNickRUS
    Jul 9, 2020
    9
    Прекрасная игра с очень интересной историей. Взрослой подачей. С кучей по настоящему живых ситуаций. Те кто ставят 5 и меньше , идиоты. По эмоциям до 1 части не дотягивает, но по факту игра очень хорошо сделана. Красивая, умная, в меру сложная.. очень крутой проект. Крайне рекомендую. Она может не понравиться, это нормально. Но мне она отлично зашла.Прекрасная игра с очень интересной историей. Взрослой подачей. С кучей по настоящему живых ситуаций. Те кто ставят 5 и меньше , идиоты. По эмоциям до 1 части не дотягивает, но по факту игра очень хорошо сделана. Красивая, умная, в меру сложная.. очень крутой проект. Крайне рекомендую. Она может не понравиться, это нормально. Но мне она отлично зашла.
  76. FrankXG
    Jul 19, 2020
    9
    it's an awesome, right from the start to finish, gorgeous graphics, the music wasn't as memorable as the last one but it gives punches when needed. The story is quite good it keeps wanting you to know more, I think the ending needed a bit more punch but it was great.....overall, this game it's worth every penny!
  77. Cudo_Shinichi
    Jun 26, 2020
    9
    Apart some minor bugs with animations with stairs that I came across only twice - this game is great. Finished it in three days. Tight gameplay, sick shooting, violence that sometimes makes me shrivel and at the end I even cried a bit. Best game of this year so far.
  78. Charlinger
    Jul 14, 2020
    9
    With the new movement and actions, a new way of moving through the scenarios was created, although little used the way of throwing cables could have generated very interesting puzzles.

    As for the story, I understand the motivation of the characters and how each one arrived in this emotional state, however the best story was on account of the secondary Lev and his sister.
  79. xenomorfsm
    Jun 21, 2020
    9
    One of the best games i have every played!
    Awesome graphics. Awesome story and awesome animation
  80. LJShelts
    Jun 26, 2020
    9
    Apart from the monster session on launch - I completed the game in 2-4 hour sessions and took me a week.

    It’s hard to put into words how this game made me feel once the credits rolled - Without spoiling anything all I can say is it will drain you. A constant emotional rollercoaster that some people will not enjoy - but for me it was something that I’ve never felt after playing a game.    Apart from the monster session on launch - I completed the game in 2-4 hour sessions and took me a week.

    It’s hard to put into words how this game made me feel once the credits rolled - Without spoiling anything all I can say is it will drain you.

    A constant emotional rollercoaster that some people will not enjoy - but for me it was something that I’ve never felt after playing a game.

    Gameplay is nothing but a pure masterpiece for me - it’s improvements to a game so beloved that I didn’t think they could get much better than Part 1.

    Story wise it was a decent - Not something I’m completely happy with, but I’m glad developers don’t make games just for fan service.

    I look forward to playing this again in the future - but for now I would recommend this to many, with a warning that you may not like how you feel after each session. This is something that I appreciated from the game - I play games to get lost in a world and escape normal life, but I’ve never played a game and come out with so many thoughts still lingering in my head.    … Expand
  81. raginrogue
    Jun 30, 2020
    9
    So I finally finished this game and I gotta say, this is one of the most beautiful stories in a game that I have played. Now I accept, that everyone will have a differing opinion on the games story but personally I loved it. There some really strong messages about people, revenge, love and forgiveness. It's essentially a character study. I grew to love the characters and understand whatSo I finally finished this game and I gotta say, this is one of the most beautiful stories in a game that I have played. Now I accept, that everyone will have a differing opinion on the games story but personally I loved it. There some really strong messages about people, revenge, love and forgiveness. It's essentially a character study. I grew to love the characters and understand what motivates the, and keeps them going.

    Graphically, the game is one of the best things i've ever seen. Sound design is top notch. The voice acting and animation, top notch.

    Gameplay wise it was a vast improvement over the first one. movement was smoother, combat was visceral. It was fun to sneak around, or just start tossing everything when things got crazy. I loved finding the notes and listening to your companions which fleshed out the story and characters even more.

    I did have issues with the pacing at times but overall it kept me wanting to keep playing, just to see what happens next.

    I will say this, while I did play the Last of Us 1, i don't have the same attachment to the characters that i know some people, including my friends had. I had no "headcanon" of what I wanted out of the story for part 2 and was just excited to experience the story that the developers wanted to tell. I understand that this story, is not going to be popular with everyone, Some may even hate it, and that is fine. Everything I wrote is my personal opinion.    … Expand
  82. Cuba
    Jun 30, 2020
    9
    There is not much difference compared to the first game, but even so it seems quite good, the story of the game you have some ups and downs and met with some reviews on how the plot was handled, some times the walks become eternal and I personally think that ND could replace them with more action there, by the way you will find some other things that will leave you with the jaw open andThere is not much difference compared to the first game, but even so it seems quite good, the story of the game you have some ups and downs and met with some reviews on how the plot was handled, some times the walks become eternal and I personally think that ND could replace them with more action there, by the way you will find some other things that will leave you with the jaw open and amazed, in conclusion the game is very good and really transports you to the reality of what a post apocalyptic world would be like in which you have to fight for your survival, even breaking your own rules and bringing out the worst in you as a human.

    plot: 8/10
    gameplay: 9/10
    graphics: 9/10    … Expand
  83. Blogmaxseetings
    Jul 14, 2020
    9
    Jogabilidade : 9
    Historia: 8,5
    Gráficos: 9,5
    Dublagem: 9
    Vale a Pena: Sim, praticamente obrigatório, o jogo tira tudo que ps4 pode oferecer, chegando ao ponto de parecer um jogo de próxima geração.
  84. Azlinthelich
    Jun 20, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Ignore the bad reviewd, those people wanted to hate the game before it even came out. Sorry the game isnt all rainbows and sunshine, if that is what you want stick to Crash Bandicoot or Mario Kart. The game is dark as it should be. The butt hurt over the death of Joel is laughable. It was inevitable he would die. Ellie being gay was known from the first game if you paid attention. Gameplay is much like the 1st game so easy to pick up and play. The story is great if you simply put your fanboy butt hurt away. This game is everything I hoped it would be. Accept it for what it is, a dark brooding game set in a world where everything could kill you including other humans, exactly what would happen in real life in this setting. If you expect all games to have a happy ending then dont buy this, but if you can accept that some games, much like life, dont always end well then this game is for you.… Expand
  85. MaxPayneIsGod
    Feb 10, 2022
    9
    A marvel of the medium.
    I thought the original game finished perfectly and there was no need for a sequel.
    My first playthrough was on Grounded mode and it was an incredibly stressful experience. The violence is visceral and emotionally draining, in a word its "grisly". It was exhilarating as it was exhausting. It is AI at its pinnacle, the stealth mechanics are the best I have ever    A marvel of the medium.
    I thought the original game finished perfectly and there was no need for a sequel.
    My first playthrough was on Grounded mode and it was an incredibly stressful experience.
    The violence is visceral and emotionally draining, in a word its "grisly".
    It was exhilarating as it was exhausting.
    It is AI at its pinnacle, the stealth mechanics are the best I have ever seen and I've played a lot of stealth games over the years.
    The game does get a bit repetitive and every so often I get the 'oh, here we go again' feeling; stealthing an area of humans then progressing to the next section and having to deal with the infected, but its just so good and rewarding it really doesn't matter.
    The narrative is, sadly, your typical revenge story shown from two sides of the same coin, but it really, really well done and yes I empathised with both lead characters and ended up really liking the new lead.
    There are a number of reasons why this is not a 10/10. First, its not as good as the original, second it wasn't necessary, third, it runs far, far too long, the difficulty spikes at certain points are an example of poor QA. Don't get me wrong, I asked for it on Grounded but running round in circles trying to escape 2 shamblers, a couple of clickers, some runners and whatever else they threw at me just wasn't my idea of a good time.
    Now, the social commentary.
    Ellie's reveal was expected but the bombshell dropped in the 3rd act is box ticking at its finest. Addressing this... situation, in a video game, brings nothing to the story and doesn't enhance the game at all.
    I personally believe Naughty Dog wanted to be "industry leaders" by overtly addressing this theme in, what was inevitably going to become one of the biggest games of the decade. It was a marketing ploy, nothing more.
    Its as if in order to justify the horrific and gratuitous violence throughout the game, which effectively is a "Murder-sim" (You remember Manhunt don't you?) the impact of the violence would be lessened, or glossed over by shining a light on this particular societal phenomenon.    … Expand
  86. luisflopez
    Jul 16, 2020
    9
    The Last of Us Part II is a game that deserves the praise it is getting from critics. Of course, how much of an impact it will make on you largely depends on how invested you become in the story, and if you enjoy stealth or not. The gameplay isn't revolutionary or anything like that, but what it sets out to do, it does very well. I also need to commend Naughty Dog for making this gameThe Last of Us Part II is a game that deserves the praise it is getting from critics. Of course, how much of an impact it will make on you largely depends on how invested you become in the story, and if you enjoy stealth or not. The gameplay isn't revolutionary or anything like that, but what it sets out to do, it does very well. I also need to commend Naughty Dog for making this game significantly longer than most of their titles. So in conclusion, if you like post apocalyptic themes, dark, visceral stories and linear games, you're going to absolutely love this one. And if you're like me, someone who doesn't really care that much about such things, you're still going to enjoy it a great amount, because this is simply a great game with an enormous budget and a lot of talent behind it.

    I'd like to post a longer review going into more detail, but metacritic's stupid character restriction prevents me from doing that. If you want to see my full thoughts on this game, please look up my reddit user 'Vapidbobcat' and search among my posts.

    Score: 9
    -    … Expand
  87. warlock7
    Jul 19, 2020
    9
    Simply a great game! Fantastic cinematics! And extremely well realized environments and spaces. Great sequel to the truly compelling story of the first game. A couple minor complaints about a boss fight or two and some characters actions vs their motives Outside of that this is just a well made game. Would like to see some multiplayer added.
  88. RadioactiveSkin
    Jul 12, 2020
    9
    Very enjoyable. The violence has a weighty punch that makes you feel every hit. Things are frantic and very much "making it up as you go" in the big combat encounters. Similar to the first but a few additions here and there. Great character moments, especially the one-on-one interactions, the "not story stuff" like random conversations while exploring. Beautifully animated; things are veryVery enjoyable. The violence has a weighty punch that makes you feel every hit. Things are frantic and very much "making it up as you go" in the big combat encounters. Similar to the first but a few additions here and there. Great character moments, especially the one-on-one interactions, the "not story stuff" like random conversations while exploring. Beautifully animated; things are very fluid. Great story, interesting characters, everyone is just doing what they can and what they think is right. Some parts, especially in the middle, drag a bit, and a few moments felt like they were trying too hard or a bit too on the nose with trying to get an emotional response out of you, but they are far in-between… Expand
  89. fundas
    Jun 23, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Hard to accept the choices made by the writers at times, but in the end it’s a fantastic game that I can see getting better with repeat plays.… Expand
  90. felipecamposap
    Jul 1, 2020
    9
    The game that got me the most involved out of all the games i've ever played doesn't deserve to be judged by what it could have been or what I expected to play. It wasn't what I expected, but it was even more impressive, more involving and deeper than I could ever have imagined it to be. Naughty Dog deserves praise for the courage to make not only a sequel to one of the most praised gamesThe game that got me the most involved out of all the games i've ever played doesn't deserve to be judged by what it could have been or what I expected to play. It wasn't what I expected, but it was even more impressive, more involving and deeper than I could ever have imagined it to be. Naughty Dog deserves praise for the courage to make not only a sequel to one of the most praised games of all time, but also for making it its own unique experience instead of depending on the feeling and vibe of the first one.… Expand
  91. Alecmoon
    Jun 19, 2020
    9
    Are you seriously giving the game a zero score for having a homosexual protagonist? What more ridiculous mentality that makes people talk bad about a production just for that? The human being really needs a Cordceps to restart. And I hope it starts with these sick people. You shame our race ... the human race.
    As for the game, it's a beautiful evolution from the first one regarding    Are you seriously giving the game a zero score for having a homosexual protagonist? What more ridiculous mentality that makes people talk bad about a production just for that? The human being really needs a Cordceps to restart. And I hope it starts with these sick people. You shame our race ... the human race.
    As for the game, it's a beautiful evolution from the first one regarding gameplay and graphics, I didn't finish the campaign, but as far as I played, about 10 hours, it has been very satisfactory.    … Expand
  92. akoahi
    Jun 28, 2020
    9
    Я так понимаю пользовательские оценки на метакритике существует только в двух плоскостях. Либо шедевр либо гавно. Объективность оценки не существует. Да. эта игра неоднозначна. не каждому понравится. но ставить нули просто из за желания занизить оценку. даже не поиграв, это просто не справедливо и лениво.
    Все составляющие игры выполнены на высочайшем уровне. Графика. звук. арт дизайн.    Я так понимаю пользовательские оценки на метакритике существует только в двух плоскостях. Либо шедевр либо гавно. Объективность оценки не существует. Да. эта игра неоднозначна. не каждому понравится. но ставить нули просто из за желания занизить оценку. даже не поиграв, это просто не справедливо и лениво.
    Все составляющие игры выполнены на высочайшем уровне. Графика. звук. арт дизайн. гейм дизайн. атмосфера, анимации. В эту игру приятно именно играть.
    Сюжет и лгбт повестка вызывает вопросы. К примеру тема гендерного определения одного из персонаже здесь вплетена только как повестка и выглядит неуместно. Ко всему остальному придраться сложно, все обосновано сюжетом и характером персонажей.
    Но что касается сюжета в целом. Повторюсь, фанаты первой части здесь могут разочароваться, но если вы посмотрите на историю глубже, абстрагируетесь от ваших собственных представлений развития сюжета первой части, то поймете что вторая часть намного глубже. Игра заставляет смотреть на историю одновременно с двух точек зрения, это рискованый шаг. Вы можете либо не принять одну из них, либо в целом не понять и не проникнуться к обеим сторонам. Но если вы дадите шанс игре, вгляните на историю, персонажей, их мотивации не через призму субьективизма, то сюжет второй части подарит вам эмоции намного сильнее первой .
    Если не абсолютно неуместная тема гендерного определения, этой игре можно было бы ставить 10 из 10. А так минус балл.    … Expand
  93. CPD98
    Jun 26, 2020
    9
    Una secuela valiente y arriesgada que pone una brecha de oro a la generación. Sus mecánicas jugables son geniales y su apartado técnico es de otro mundo, con las mejores animaciones faciales de la actualidad y unos escenarios variados y visualmente imponentes.

    Es un juego largo y, a pesar de sus altibajos, es absolutamente imprescindible. Basta decir que las críticas con un suspenso son    Una secuela valiente y arriesgada que pone una brecha de oro a la generación. Sus mecánicas jugables son geniales y su apartado técnico es de otro mundo, con las mejores animaciones faciales de la actualidad y unos escenarios variados y visualmente imponentes.

    Es un juego largo y, a pesar de sus altibajos, es absolutamente imprescindible. Basta decir que las críticas con un suspenso son poco más que una broma que ni debería tenerse en cuenta. Naughty Dog no ha ido a lo fácil, y eso es de aplaudir.    … Expand
  94. Yurinka
    Jun 30, 2020
    9
    The story is good but I think the narrative fails because unlike in previous Naughty Dog games the new characters aren't iconic ones. They are boring, uncharismatic, flat and forgettable, and are introduced poorly, doing something that is going to make you hate them and just after that it tries to humanize them in a flashback/plot twist that you think it's going to take an hour or less butThe story is good but I think the narrative fails because unlike in previous Naughty Dog games the new characters aren't iconic ones. They are boring, uncharismatic, flat and forgettable, and are introduced poorly, doing something that is going to make you hate them and just after that it tries to humanize them in a flashback/plot twist that you think it's going to take an hour or less but it takes like 10 hours. So you don't take too much attention to them and don't care about them, because you want to know what happens after the cliffhanger that happens just before this long flashback. I mean, this part isn't bad but it may have been better if way shorter or shown most of it in another place of the game, altering the current order of the game. And something that isn't good or bad, but just a personal opinion: I don't understand why they took such an effort to make ugly all an unattractive the new female characters specially when compared to their actresses.
    Other than, every other thing of the game is really awesome. Really awesome in terms of visuals, gameplay, animation, cinematics, IA, action, stealth, etc.    … Expand
  95. rrafemi
    Jul 5, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Le cuesta arrancar, pero luego va a más. Una experiencia única, llena de momentos impactantes, nuevas mecánicas y enemigos que pondrán las cosas bastante complicadas en algunos momentos. A mi desde luego me ha convencido.

    yo no veo a Abby como relleno, más bien todo lo contrario, es la protagonista. Es la que tiene la trama más compleja y los personajes mejor desarrollados (ya conocernos todo sobre Ellie, Joel y Tommy)

    La decepción que sienten algunos es porque esperan que ellie sea la protagonista todo el tiempo, pero te das cuenta que no, y que además es la mala. Eso lo hace aún más grande.

    El juego no busca agradarte, sino crearte un conflicto de sentimientos.

    Chapó ND    … Expand
  96. xkirky911
    Jun 19, 2020
    9
    Personally I love the game I love the 1st one and I love this one in it's own way, I dont give a damn about what any other reviews say, it's an amazing journey in my opinion and would highly reccomend it.
  97. Leroy89
    Jun 25, 2020
    9
    Its not perfect but a great game I enjoyed it for the most time. I hope there will be more in the future. I mean there is still much to learn about what happens to the people that survived.
  98. mackdaddy
    Jun 28, 2020
    9
    Gameplay: Mostly builds on the somewhat barebones stealth mechanics of the original. Zombie encounters are still kinda meh but human encounters are lot more fun.
    Presentation and graphics: Almost flawless. Some of the best on the system.
    Story: Not as consistent as the original, but still a pretty good story. Understandable why some people didn't like it, but I loved it. People seem to    Gameplay: Mostly builds on the somewhat barebones stealth mechanics of the original. Zombie encounters are still kinda meh but human encounters are lot more fun.
    Presentation and graphics: Almost flawless. Some of the best on the system.
    Story: Not as consistent as the original, but still a pretty good story. Understandable why some people didn't like it, but I loved it. People seem to be using "poorly written" as a synonym for "I didn't like it".

    Overall - a great farewell to the PS4 system, the way the first game was for the PS3. Gameplay and graphics are better than the original. Story not quite as good, but still pretty good.    … Expand
  99. markieneter
    Jun 29, 2020
    9
    Please play the game yourself so you can make up your own opinion and not just follow the opinion of any youtuber or people on metacritic. I played the game without knowing anything and I think its really good but with all the reviews online I almost feel guilty that I liked it. I understand not everyone will like the story and people call the story poor or bad written but the wayPlease play the game yourself so you can make up your own opinion and not just follow the opinion of any youtuber or people on metacritic. I played the game without knowing anything and I think its really good but with all the reviews online I almost feel guilty that I liked it. I understand not everyone will like the story and people call the story poor or bad written but the way characters and their choices come together in this game is not poor or bad. I can write a whole more but I think the best way to experience it will be play it yourself but with all these reviews online I think it’s already to late to start neutral.… Expand
  100. SofaJockeyUK
    Jul 9, 2020
    9
    I thought I'd actually play and complete the game before posting a review. The gameplay is excellent (but linear). The story is probably the area that most divides people. It is a challenging and brutal tale that sometimes leads you in directions you don't want to go. But the benefits of walking in another person's shoes are tangible. Verging on a masterpiece, I'd rate it very good indeed.I thought I'd actually play and complete the game before posting a review. The gameplay is excellent (but linear). The story is probably the area that most divides people. It is a challenging and brutal tale that sometimes leads you in directions you don't want to go. But the benefits of walking in another person's shoes are tangible. Verging on a masterpiece, I'd rate it very good indeed. It many not be my personal GOTY (there are heavyweights launching later) but I suspect it'll be a close runner-up.… Expand
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#2 Best PS4 Game of 2020
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Universal acclaim - based on 121 Critic Reviews

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  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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