The Last of Us Part II

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  1. thiagopnts
    Jun 30, 2020
    10
    Beautiful and deep, it’s definitely a masterpiece. You think you reached the end but the game keeps going and going... I loved how the story was told.
  2. riskirills
    Jun 30, 2020
    4
    Nice combat, nice game-play, very nice graphic, next-gen game.
    But all of that, can't be compared to the story.
    The story is fully disrespecting the player and the first game. Forcing the player to play the most hated character is not something people wanted to in a game. if the story was mediocre, i would love to rate this to 7 or 8 because of all the combat, game-play, and graphics.    Nice combat, nice game-play, very nice graphic, next-gen game.
    But all of that, can't be compared to the story.
    The story is fully disrespecting the player and the first game.
    Forcing the player to play the most hated character is not something people wanted to in a game.
    if the story was mediocre, i would love to rate this to 7 or 8 because of all the combat, game-play, and graphics. But because of the story is become so bad and disrespecting the players, i give it minus 4 points for that.    … Expand
  3. WoozyGrunt
    Jun 30, 2020
    2
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I love the Ellie and Joel flashbacks, and moments but it doesn't feel like the last of us. The character we've been waiting years to see died within the first 2 hours, and its like the game laughs at us. Abby was a completely annoying, obnoxious, sloppy, terrible character to play and go against. She kills off our favorite character, Dina (in whom was pregnant) she nearly gets killed, Jesse dies, and Tommy almost dies. The ending itself is in a whole different realm of disappointing, lame, and boring. Making everything seem like it was all for nothing. 2/10 DO NOT BUY THIS GAME!… Expand
  4. CodingStark
    Jun 30, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. In 2020, there is so much going on. I just want to enjoy a good game, but instead, TLOU 2 gave me a nightmare.
    This is a great disappointment. I am a big fan of Naughty Dog studio since Uncharted 1,2,3 & 4 as well as Last of us. The whole development team from Last of us part 2 seems don't understand the core success of the first game. It's not about gameplay, its about the characters and story. In part 2, they decided to throw them all away; characters are disposable for the sake of the story. If Naughty Dog is so confident about their game, why didn't they promote Abby in the first place and let us know that we will be controlling Ellie and Abby in this game? The answer is simple; they know the reason why we bought this game, coz we wanna see more interaction between Joel and Ellie. So they decided to give us a fake trailer and lure us into buying this piece of garbage. I know Joel will die, but the way you treat him is unacceptable. And still, try so hard to make Abby likable and sympathy her. AGAIN, I don't care about her. No matter how hard ND tries, I still won't like Abby. Even you gave her better weapons, better gameplay. Sorry, I just can't relate to her or what so ever.
    The beauties of the first game are characters driven the story, but in part 2 is story-driven characters, which led to unreasonable action for different characters, such as Joel, Ellie, and Tommy. Naughty Dog, please stop finding excuses for yourself. We, gamers, do not care about your PC stuff. If you can get us a good story, none of that matters. I hope ND can learn from this mistake and bring us more good games in the future. I still have hope for you, please don't let me down.    … Expand
  5. Ashugo
    Jun 30, 2020
    10
    Un jeux tout simplement génial je n'ai pas vue les leaks avent de le faire pour ne pas me spoiler ou me faire influencer. Évidemment il n'est pas parfait mais aucun jeux ne l'est j'ai mis 10 car j'aurais voulu mettre 9,5 mais je ne voulais pas descendre à 9 . The last of us 2 est pour moi la suite que j'attendais . Il est violent , choquant , flippant et avec des choix difficile comme le 1Un jeux tout simplement génial je n'ai pas vue les leaks avent de le faire pour ne pas me spoiler ou me faire influencer. Évidemment il n'est pas parfait mais aucun jeux ne l'est j'ai mis 10 car j'aurais voulu mettre 9,5 mais je ne voulais pas descendre à 9 . The last of us 2 est pour moi la suite que j'attendais . Il est violent , choquant , flippant et avec des choix difficile comme le 1 mais en mieux . Je n'arrive pas a comprendre les vagues de haine qui ont touché ce jeux .
    J'ai l'impression de vous voir des enfants qui râlent car le jeux ne se passe pas comme eux le veulent . Le but n'est pas de faire un copier coller du 1 mais une suite d'un Jeux extrêmement mature est c'est réussi tt simplement .
    Après évidemment chacun son avis vous avez le droit de ne pas aimer mais respectez les personnes ayant un avis différents du votre .    … Expand
  6. bmccrayw
    Jun 30, 2020
    10
    One of the best games I have ever played. **** the haters. The is one of the best games of all time.
  7. Dsullivan21
    Jun 30, 2020
    10
    Fantastic game. Dont let the negative comments ruin this for you. Keep an open mind and just enjoy. After all it’s a video game.
  8. RICC2FC
    Jun 30, 2020
    10
    Il gioco è fantastico, tale e quale al primo, in base a come ti lascia, semplicemente stupendo, anche qui il finale sembra aperto, un pò amaro ma GIUSTO devo dire :)

    La trama è piena di colpi di scena e ti lasciano sempre senza fiato. molta della gente che ha dato un brutto voto a questo gioco, sono la maggior parte se non tutte persone che non lo hanno acquistato e si sono basate    Il gioco è fantastico, tale e quale al primo, in base a come ti lascia, semplicemente stupendo, anche qui il finale sembra aperto, un pò amaro ma GIUSTO devo dire :)

    La trama è piena di colpi di scena e ti lasciano sempre senza fiato.

    molta della gente che ha dato un brutto voto a questo gioco, sono la maggior parte se non tutte persone che non lo hanno acquistato e si sono basate molto sulla trama scritta, è un bel gioco e sono sicuro che lamentarsi solo per una morte studiata a fondo per incominciare una nuova storia sia una stronzata, do un 10 su 10, complimenti :)    … Expand
  9. Mclapyourcheek
    Jun 30, 2020
    2
    The worst game I've played this year the story is horrible it did not live up to the hype it made
  10. vale1257
    Jun 25, 2020
    10
    Masterpiece. You can't say otherwise for a game like this. You feel the tension from beginning to end and the story is so good.
  11. MisterJose
    Jun 30, 2020
    8
    After playing through the game, trying to understand my emotions, thinking about alternatives, watching pieces of several streamers playing it, reading reviews, and engaging in discussion, I'm ready to declare that this game is indeed flawed, but not bad. And what it does get right, it gets stunningly, remarkably right, on a level never paralleled before in video games, and thatAfter playing through the game, trying to understand my emotions, thinking about alternatives, watching pieces of several streamers playing it, reading reviews, and engaging in discussion, I'm ready to declare that this game is indeed flawed, but not bad. And what it does get right, it gets stunningly, remarkably right, on a level never paralleled before in video games, and that achievement dominates.

    This game takes you to an emotional place. It may not be a place you wanted to go. It's almost like going through a rough break-up. Yeah, it sucks, but on the plus side, you find listening to your favorite songs is moving you like it hasn't in years. Evoking that kind of emotion through a video game is...well, when's the last time anyone has pulled that off? Has it been done before EVER?

    There are flaws. The pacing in the middle feels off. The game is long, and it's mechanics get redundant. It doesn't at all feel neat and streamlined. On the story side, some things have all the subtlety of a sledgehammer, and other things require thought to make sense. It's arguable that one line of dialogue, or some different editing, could solve the puzzle to making this a smoother experience in some places.

    ...but there are no major 'plot holes'. Please don't let people tell you there are. Most everything people evoke as one, is either a character flaw, or them missing explanations that are there in the game. Plus, realize that if you want to dislike a piece of media, it's very easy to find reasons to do it. The original Star Wars movie has more weak writing, bad acting, and questionable elements than this game does, but people love it and buy into it because they like the fantasy world it sells them, and enjoy going along. This game, in parts, is deliberately telling you things you don't want to hear, and challenging you with them. Some people did not enjoy that, and even went so far as to reject the maker's intentions in doing so.

    There are some people that will never be happy with the choices this game makes, or what it wants to be instead of what they wanted it to be. Fan service it is NOT. But so many people have not been able to get this game out of their heads. It's inspired more discussion, fascination, and dwelling in its space than the first game did, and maybe more than any game ever has. It's something pretty much never tried before in a AAA video game. I'm happy it exists, and I'm happy I experienced it. If you want a more generic third-person shoot-em-up, you have 1000 other titles to choose from. This is something else, and possibly something landmark and special. Time will tell.    … Expand
  12. falsegamer
    Jun 30, 2020
    4
    no multiplayer and the story swings and misses. The worst thing is to ruin the ambiguity of the original finale for this story about "the circle of violence".
  13. Sankako
    Jun 26, 2020
    9
    Why this review bombing ? This game isn't perfect but, according to me, it's a real masterpeace thanks to its story, gameplay and graphics ! So many different feelings inside my mind. However, I can understand some players who have explained clearely why they didn't appreciate TLOU Part 2. Unfortunately, because of huge leaks (false for some of them), spoilers, crunch culture and many liesWhy this review bombing ? This game isn't perfect but, according to me, it's a real masterpeace thanks to its story, gameplay and graphics ! So many different feelings inside my mind. However, I can understand some players who have explained clearely why they didn't appreciate TLOU Part 2. Unfortunately, because of huge leaks (false for some of them), spoilers, crunch culture and many lies from Naugty Dog, this game is cursed but I loved it and I'm proud to say it ! Well done Naugty Dog !… Expand
  14. Joao3324
    Jun 23, 2020
    0
    Destruíram a história de the last of us 1 com enredo fraco da sequência horrenda com novos personagens fracos e mal desenvolvidos bugs e npc repetitivos erros de textura final horrendo
  15. Weeeeee711
    Jun 30, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Ok, almost done with my 2nd playthrough..but I've seen the ending maybe eight times by now..so I get the idea.

    Negatives first:

    1.) I've seen some others say this and I agree..this should have been Last of Us 3..if there was going to be such a thing. I can deal with Joel meeting a similar fate..but ALL of these new characters should have been built up way more prior.

    Flashbacks and perspective absolutely does help..but having them not come across as random people would have been much better in the justification for such a BOLD move, imo!

    It's not just Abby, who has some redeemable qualities like so many others say..it's not..but she could have been given way more personality.

    Now, maybe they'll fill in the blanks with the show that's due out. Maybe, maybe not and while I PERSONALLY like/agree with the ending..they didn't do themselves a lot of favors to the general fan.

    2.) The dogs. Game-wise..it's a good tactic..but I'd rather they just kept using mines..or turrets..or cameras. Yeah, that's generic as hell...but generic beats me having to kill any more of them. Bravo to the dog that was mo-capped for this, btw!

    3.) How Tommy/Joel were initially trapped.

    It would have made a lot more sense if Abby was actually the one that saved them..and then they had to follow her to where she was staying.

    Whether you agree with what Joel did was 'right'/justified..that's up to you..but they DID save her.
    Also..I would have liked to hear ANY back/forth between her/Joel about the elephant in the room.
    Same with Ellie/Abby..but especially Joel/Abby.
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    Everything else was GREAT.

    The combat is SO MUCH better, visuals, the flashbacks were extremely well done, sfx/voices/music, graphics. The photomode was nice..all the new random options were fantastic.

    You can change the controls (which I didn't) is always a plus

    The new factions were cool..especially the seraphites.

    The ending...a lot of people wanted VENGEANCE. Well, what was killing Abby going to do and more importantly..do you think Joel would want her to do that? Why'd she go there at all you say?
    Well, she obviously felt one thing and her mind was eventually changed at the end. No one else has done that before?

    Also...if he had to do it all over again..I know he said he'd do just that..but I don't know..maybe knocking them out or pushing the doctors out of the way would have been a smarter move on his part?

    Anyways...I do not think Joel would want Ellie to finish Abby. No matter how much hate she has..how much hate you might have for her..and again..just projecting here..but for how much Joel is shown to be softened in all the flashbacks..I just don't see it.

    Others said it should have been a choice to kill Abby. Well, that wouldn't really work if Abby/Lev were the main characters in TLOU 3 (which I wouldn't recommend (at this point))?!
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    Basically..I think this game/story will age a lot better once the show is out (to a varying degree).

    Underdeveloped/seemingly random characters and dogs..those are my issues (currently).

    Oh and the stadium the Wolves are at...don't know if it was the Huskies/Seahawks..that looked INCREDIBLE.

    ... and nice job of hiding all the cards/coins!

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    In closing..this story is ALL about perspective. Who is the hero? Who is the villain? If this person does that thing to that person..does it catch up to that person 15 years from now in that way..or this way? Was that person justified? If not, why not?

    It did a great job creating/furthering the conversation and I appreciate that. There are no villains..no heroes..just the person/people you empathize with more than the other. 8.25 out of 10    … Expand
  16. Abraham00
    Jun 21, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Gráficamente una locura, jugabilidad una pasada el combate cuerpo a cuerpo y me pareció muy pesada la parte con Abby y la historia me gustó mucho me mantuvo en tensión muchas veces ya que podría pasar lo que sea y el final no me encantó pero malo no es para nada.… Expand
  17. bodysurfer
    Jun 22, 2020
    1
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Ruined the franchise. Stick to the 1st game. This game is a disgrace to Sony… Expand
  18. Willthepotatoe
    Jun 20, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Bad game How can u kill a nice character like that He deserve better
    Probably peopel won't get mad if u kill Joel with a decent death    … Expand
  19. Zerodarkthirty
    Jun 30, 2020
    2
    Obviously graphics and gameplay are on point. But this game felt so akward and meaningless and just straight up wierd. Not a fan of what felt like an agenda push instead of a good quality storyline that we could all relate to. Couldn't even continue playing after awhile, I just watched the highlights on youtube and was relieved I never had to play it myself. Lol That spicy scene wasObviously graphics and gameplay are on point. But this game felt so akward and meaningless and just straight up wierd. Not a fan of what felt like an agenda push instead of a good quality storyline that we could all relate to. Couldn't even continue playing after awhile, I just watched the highlights on youtube and was relieved I never had to play it myself. Lol That spicy scene was horrendously akward to the max. Naughty dog should rehire the lady that made Uncharted epic. And throw the sjw crap out the window.… Expand
  20. Camcorder
    Jun 25, 2020
    0
    Shoehorning in a political agenda into a videogame clearly doesn't work. Rather than true character development and arcs we got this woke BS.
  21. Falc0N_9
    Jun 30, 2020
    4
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. wonderful graphics , sounds and AI details , very poor story , am disappointing to wait for 7 years for trash story , there is a lot of contradictory between abby and ellie character , joel death it can be better than that , make him stupid .… Expand
  22. Tazadete14
    Jun 30, 2020
    9
    This game impressed me again with a different dynamic, great character, and tragic story, only problem is that it could have been better if it was a little more shorter and we could have saved a some time of wait
  23. diddacool
    Jun 30, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Game was great. I'm telling you to buy the game and play it so we can have a possibility to have a third game and I would love to play the third game one day if it happened obviously.… Expand
  24. ehdotgee
    Jun 30, 2020
    0
    If you are giving this game a 0 because of the LGBTQ aspects of the game you are a mouthbreathing fool. However, if you are a fan of the first game (one of the greatest games ever made IMO), I recommend not playing TLOUII.

    The graphics and attention to detail are top notch. The gameplay remains largely unchanged. The downfall to the game is the story that completely undercuts everything    If you are giving this game a 0 because of the LGBTQ aspects of the game you are a mouthbreathing fool. However, if you are a fan of the first game (one of the greatest games ever made IMO), I recommend not playing TLOUII.

    The graphics and attention to detail are top notch. The gameplay remains largely unchanged. The downfall to the game is the story that completely undercuts everything that made the first game so special. Naughty Dog bought into their own hype and flew too close to the sun with disappointing results.    … Expand
  25. Jetty200
    Jun 30, 2020
    10
    Gameplay 10/10

    Characters 10/10

    Story 11/10


    Very good game, I’d say better than the first one
  26. Cheykh
    Jun 30, 2020
    10
    Simply put, a masterpiece.
    The storyline is a very interesting work about the endless loop of hatred that resonates weirdly with todays news and climate.
    It invites player to put things into perspective and think for a second instead of simply giving you an arena to shoot others in it. A tremendous amount of love and work went into making it. The detail level is astonishing and the    Simply put, a masterpiece.
    The storyline is a very interesting work about the endless loop of hatred that resonates weirdly with todays news and climate.
    It invites player to put things into perspective and think for a second instead of simply giving you an arena to shoot others in it.

    A tremendous amount of love and work went into making it. The detail level is astonishing and the number of awe moments i've had playing through it is just remarkable.
    All characters have interesting reactions and despite being sometimes a little predictable it doesn't make it less appreciable.

    People angry about this forgot what it's about to actually have patience to get rewarded with meaningful moments and not getting thrown a bunch of nice dings when you open chests.

    If you love video games, play this game.    … Expand
  27. Through
    Jun 30, 2020
    0
    in a word, su**s.
    My CD burned already.
    It's the worst story ever.
    I wasted an entire day on it.
  28. kcarnes9051
    Jun 30, 2020
    9
    While the Last Of Us Part II is not without minor flaws, I thought that it was an incredible, unique experience. Punishing in many ways, no doubt. But it was absolutely thrilling. I finished it last night and it well deserves the praise it gets from critics. Literary essays could be written about this story and its characters. The way the game forced me to switch perspectives and viewWhile the Last Of Us Part II is not without minor flaws, I thought that it was an incredible, unique experience. Punishing in many ways, no doubt. But it was absolutely thrilling. I finished it last night and it well deserves the praise it gets from critics. Literary essays could be written about this story and its characters. The way the game forced me to switch perspectives and view certain characters and moral viewpoints directly through the gameplay was unlike any game I've played. Many people hate this aspect. They hate that they're made to sympathize with the enemy. I get that feeling. It's uncomfortable, and a desire rises up to reject the game on those grounds. But if you can get passed that knee-jerk reaction, you will come to realize that the story is better for the controversial choices made.

    Another complaint I've heard is that this is just a cliche story about revenge. But that's missing the nuance. This story is about perspective. It is about perspective within the context of revenge, and by focusing on perspective an entirely different story and gameplay experience is created, one in which the player, if taking an evenhanded view, is not entirely sure for whom they are rooting. Nobody in this story has the moral high ground. They're all damaged, and the damage done to them perpetuates a cycle. These characters are complex, both the protagonists and antagonists, and this game wants to us to experience their complexities in deep, unsettling ways—ways in which we as players might learn lessons to apply to the real world. But you have to see through your own expectations of the game to truly appreciate what the developers have done here.

    I've read and seen video reviews from irate fans, and while I understand their perspective I couldn't disagree more with much of their gripes. This may not be the story that some wanted, but it is not a bad story by any stretch of the imagination. It is a natural evolution from the first game's story and themes, and it directly deals with the repercussions of the characters' actions. It makes perfect sense. Some fans argue that the characters do no act like they would in the first game and that this leads unjustifiably to the inciting incident that kicks things off. Thus the inciting incident doesn't ring true. I feel these fans are, again, missing the nuance, the nuance of the situation the characters find themselves in. These fans can't accept that our supposed heroes are capable of being forced into an untenable situation that could end badly. The world built in these games is not a world built for happy endings. Our heroes may not be the heroes we think they are from a certain perspective.

    Then there's the LGBTQ representation. Yes, we have a lesbian couple. They kiss and cuddle. Is it over the top? pandering? Absolutely not. There is no agenda. The story just happens to have two women who fall for each other like any man and woman might. You know, like in real life. Their relationship is central to the story, but not on the basis of it being a lesbian relationship. Maybe two moments occur in the entire game that addresses bigotry. They're small aspects, and they're realistic and fleeting. The story moves on. But you know what? I shouldn't have to make excuses like saying that these moments are fleeting and thus not a big deal. Bigotry happens in real life. People experience it. Showing it in a game or depicting people who experience it shouldn't be an issue. Ever. I repeat, it's not an agenda. It's real life. There could be an argument that Naughty Dog played up the lesbian relationship in marketing. But that's not the game. Move on.

    As for the gameplay, it's very recognizable to the first game. It's better in many ways with more variety, and it's very fluid. If you loved the first game's gameplay and didn't get tired of it then you'll love the gameplay here, even more so. As a player you are gently eased into learning skills as the game progresses. As things ramp up you never feel left behind, but gameplay remains intense. Intense is the best way to describe the combat. The music feeds into this feeling. It's very satisfying, but disturbing.

    This game is much longer than the first. My campaign was around 40 hours. I explored as many nooks and crannies as possible (but still didn't find everything) and really took in the beautiful scenery. The graphics are jaw-dropping. I will admit that at some points there was some repetitiveness. Scavenging can get a little old, especially toward the end. But the detailed environments always make exploration fun. The combat and stealth components and level designs allow for a variety of ways to approach every situation. I played it on the default difficulty and died a few times here and there. I imagine on harder difficulty levels that precise strategy becomes very important and will add to the game's replay value.

    I couldn't recommend this game more highly.    … Expand
  29. lolman533
    Jun 30, 2020
    0
    this game looks amazing but plays awful, those devs try to sell you pyrite as gold...
  30. Poormaz
    Jun 30, 2020
    10
    Great game with a conversational story. Fantastic characters, amazing animation. Highly recommended.
  31. DaPope09
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    Any game that pushes the boundaries of what makes us comfortable is going to meet resistance. The Last of Us Part II, like it's predecessor, forces the player into a role that makes us uncomfortable. This game asks us to see the world from a perspective most gamers have never had, in a world that is darker than we can imagine on our own. The game is visually stunning, the mechanics areAny game that pushes the boundaries of what makes us comfortable is going to meet resistance. The Last of Us Part II, like it's predecessor, forces the player into a role that makes us uncomfortable. This game asks us to see the world from a perspective most gamers have never had, in a world that is darker than we can imagine on our own. The game is visually stunning, the mechanics are similar to the first game (if not improved) and the story telling is as poignant as Ever. Don't let the negative reviews fool you. This game is incredible if you're open to being uncomfortable. You can't grow without experiencing some discomfort, and games can't engage an audience without taking risks. Naughty Dog takes plenty of risks and, in my opinion, they really pay off.… Expand
  32. TheGrayWolf03
    Jun 23, 2020
    0
    Pros:
    -Graphically spectacular
    -improved exploration from the first installment -Atmosphere Cons: -Terrible plot littered with holes -Weak storytelling -Lack of gameplay innovation -Trailers misrepresented the course of the story -Not refundable Summary: -Not Reccomended- Graphics and repetitive gameplay are not worth the 60 dollar price tag, or any price tag for that matter. If you    Pros:
    -Graphically spectacular
    -improved exploration from the first installment
    -Atmosphere

    Cons:
    -Terrible plot littered with holes
    -Weak storytelling
    -Lack of gameplay innovation
    -Trailers misrepresented the course of the story
    -Not refundable

    Summary:
    -Not Reccomended-

    Graphics and repetitive gameplay are not worth the 60 dollar price tag, or any price tag for that matter. If you want to see the story, watch it online. DON'T waste your money on this game.    … Expand
  33. Han_Dro
    Jun 25, 2020
    2
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. After serious thought and trying to advocate for this game. I give it a 2, ellies worst fear was to be alone. The small details like Joel at the museum and ellie playing the guitar make it a 2. Want to experience the 3rd person view of your attempted murder at the hand of your nemesis while you HAVE to be the one doing it.Play this game.if not, do yourself a favor and play Horizon zero dawn.… Expand
  34. Mcsi95
    Jun 30, 2020
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. el juego a nivel gameplay y grafico es un 10/ 9,5, el punto donde se vio debil a mi opinion fue en la historia, a nivel narrativo el personaje de abby es bueno, lamentablemente no se supo desarrollar para generar empatia con ella ya que era su objetivo principal en esa parte, también el juego te hace creer que usaras a ellie en todo momento para concretar su venganza y ese cambio de repente en el personaje no sienta bien a los jugadores. la muerte de joel me parecio un buen motivo para la historia, pero senti que este personaje no era el mismo joel que en la primera entrega ya que el desconfiaría de cualquier persona que se le cruzara en su camino.
    no me ha disgustado, pero creo que para que te guste completamente, no tendrías que ser fan del primero y considerarlo como un juego en general sin encariñarte de los personajes.
    para mi el juego es bueno, me llego a despertar emociones, pero se que a la mayoria le cayo mal y creo que fue el error de introducirla a abby como personaje jugable y la forma en que joel muere.    … Expand
  35. Mephistovik
    Jun 30, 2020
    10
    This game is a masterpiece, an emotional rollercoaster from beginning to end.
  36. aaronwhatson
    Jun 30, 2020
    2
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I can’t believe I waited 4 years only to not play as Ellie! Who on earth thought it would be enjoyable to play as Abby, why on earth would we want to play as the character we hate? Also she is the most lifeless character I’ve ever seen in any game. I bought the game to continue the story from the first one, you literally called it part 2 to continue Joel and Ellie’s story, last time I checked Abby wasn’t in part 1, and speaking of the story who on earth wrote that, you tried to replicate the relationship between Joel and Ellie with Abby and Lev and that did not work at all as both Abby and Lev are such terrible and uninteresting characters. Also what on earth was that ending we didn’t even get to kill Abby! Why would you let her live, or at least give us a choice to kill her or spare her. This game was supposed to be about Ellie why weren’t we told anything about her backstory with her Mum? Why didn’t we see Ellie first meeting Marline? Why did we play as Joel’s killer? Whoever thought that was a good idea for the story should be fired. This game has terrible story structure, and the game overall was way too long.

    The gameplay was great I really liked the dodge mechanic that was an outstanding feature, and I love that you can change the reticule to a simple dot as I didn’t really like the old one in the first game, the combat system was great too a good selection of weapons. Gameplay was overall great.    … Expand
  37. DaMaarv
    Jun 30, 2020
    10
    Ich muss auch mal zu dem ganzen thema was sagen... ich bin gerade mit der story durch und ich werde es nocheinmal durchspielen! Warum? Weil es ein grandioses spiel ist!! Wenn man sich zeit lasst und das spiel wirken lässt versteht man beide seiten... klar das spiel hat seine kleinen schwächen von der story her aber im gesamten ist es eine sehr gute story. Viele beschweren sich dass dieIch muss auch mal zu dem ganzen thema was sagen... ich bin gerade mit der story durch und ich werde es nocheinmal durchspielen! Warum? Weil es ein grandioses spiel ist!! Wenn man sich zeit lasst und das spiel wirken lässt versteht man beide seiten... klar das spiel hat seine kleinen schwächen von der story her aber im gesamten ist es eine sehr gute story. Viele beschweren sich dass die idee billig sei dass der arzt abbys vater sei, aber warum billig? Im ersten teil von the last of us (habe ich mehr mals durchgespielt) gab es nur eine seite und die war joel und abby sind gut alle leute die sie treffen sind böse typisches schwarz/weiß denken aber part2 zeigt uns dass es auch etwas dazwischen gibt. Jede entscheidung und jede tat zieht eine konsequenz nach sich und das vermittelt das spiel. Ellie getrieben von rache gefühl und tiefer trauer, man sieht bei ihr den verlauf von rache. Am anfang blinde wut sie will jeden töten um jeden preis doch nach und nach wird ihr bewusst dass sie nicht nur „böse“ leute tötet sondern männer und frauen(auch schwangere) die im grunde das gleiche wollen wie ihre gemeinschaft in jackson, versuchen ein normales leben zu führen. Und am schluss der „endkampf“ gegen abby, sie will nur noch vergeltung doch dann erinnert sie sich an joel zurück und sie weis joel war nicht gerade ein heiliger er ist über leichen gegangen egal wie aber er hätte nicht gewollt dass sie so wird wie er und was hat man von rache nachdem man es erledigt hat?

    Die andere seite ist abby (jeder hat sie gehasst als sie joel getötet hat und jeder war enttäuscht als man sie gespielt hat) aber nach und nach versteht man mehr und mehr warum sie das alles auf sich genommen hat. Wer würde nicht den mörder seines vaters aufsuchen, foltern und töten? Ob man sie leiden kann oder nicht sei dahin gestellt es geht nur um einen anderen blickwinkel betrachten und das hat das spiel sehr gut umgesetzt. Hätten wir im ersten teil abby schon gespielt und würden am schluss sehen wie der vater stirbt und im part 2spielen wir aufeinmal joel den mörder würden wir ihm den tot wünschen. Und das ist das große problem bei den meisten bewertungen, sie bewerten aus sympathie und betrachten nicht das große ganze. Ich war am boden zerstört als joel starb und wenn ich könnte würde ich ihn zurückholen, aber es geht nicht. Das universum von the last of us ist ein düsteres, ängstliches und trauriges universum, aber genau das liebe ich an dem spiel.

    Ich hoffe viele leute die das spiel durch haben und sich negativ geäußert haben schauen nocheinmal die story durch und lassen sie wirken, denn meiner meinung nach hat nd alles richtig gemacht und ich freue mich jetzt schon auf part 3.    … Expand
  38. Paulbob
    Jun 30, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I have just watched the credits role and I had to give this game a 10. This is storytelling at its very best. The desperation of these characters is wonderfully drawn in this brutal unforgiving world. A world so detailed and well built, full of hateful, nuanced people on the edge of survival. I loved Joel as a character, and was as devastated as anyone, but I think it’s the perfect catalyst for this story, and the writing team should be applauded for an extremely brave writing choice.… Expand
  39. guycoh
    Jun 30, 2020
    0
    So awfully disappointing... if you want further explanation just go to any game review on youtube, you will understand why you shouldnt buy this game.
  40. SoulSonagi
    Jun 30, 2020
    0
    Lgbt game.Good graphics bad storyline slow game pacing the so call expert reviewers ign gamespot had to have gotten paid for there perfect scores. Never go by ign gamespot etc there clearly bias when it comes to sony and there exclusives.
  41. Richard_pa
    Jun 30, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The game is stunning in every way, graphics, stealth, gameplay and story of course. ND took a risk, by killing a main character, but boy did it pay off. Although there may have been slight pacing issues, the story being told was excellent. Being able to see the other side of Ellie’s story: ie Abby was imo great. Just a final heads up: the user reviews were reviewed bombed by people to childish to accept Joel’s death or the fact that not all the characters are straight white males. This game is worth 10/10. Just look at the actual critic reviews.… Expand
  42. Dan_alves
    Jun 30, 2020
    10
    Game of the year, and of all times. A masterpiece.
    The last of us 2 will put you on the characters shoes in a way no other game has ever done before. You will feel angry, hateful and vengeful. But at the same time the game will force you to realize that there is always another side to every story. And suddenly all the hate you felt can hardly be justified. All of that without forgeting to    Game of the year, and of all times. A masterpiece.
    The last of us 2 will put you on the characters shoes in a way no other game has ever done before. You will feel angry, hateful and vengeful. But at the same time the game will force you to realize that there is always another side to every story. And suddenly all the hate you felt can hardly be justified. All of that without forgeting to create an exciting and challenging atmosphere for gameplay.    … Expand
  43. bvr17
    Jun 30, 2020
    0
    Terrible game with no story line to it at all. its like someone has a story board and just threw ideas at it. way to ruin a good game
  44. antd
    Jun 30, 2020
    4
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I want to start by saying what I did enjoy about the game; visually, this game is ways ahead of anything I’ve seen on this system, it’s crazy to think what it would’ve looked like on next gen. Attention to detail on shading, lighting, combat, it was top tier. The first 13 hours of this game we’re magnificent. They did a good job at not making anything feel stale as tome went by, rewarded players who tirelessly loot, and reconnected with that Last of Us feel where at times the character you love makes rash decisions that you’re just along with for the ride. Okay now that that’s out of the way, let’s move on to the cluster **** and **** show that is the writing. By now it’s no surprise anymore that we have to extensively play as Brock Lesnar... I mean Abby, the baby silverback gorilla who violently murders Joel. Throughout Abbys gameplay it’s clear there are two motives the devs are trying to shove down your throat; 1) the whole perspective of Joel’s murder, therefore seeing the events that transpired through Abby’s eyes. 2) in that, there is a feeling they are trying to force you to sympathize and forgive Abby as a player. Now all jokes aside, it’s something they had all the elements to almost pull off but execution was subpar. They have you jump into her shoes after killing one of the only two likable new characters. And 30 minutes after being given the reigns to Abby’s lenses, they show you Joel’s murder again. I understand the point was to show how she had a motive debatably as real as Ellie’s. But the problem with it (as is apparent throughout the story) is that the portrayal shows little emotion of lack of satisfaction having accomplished her goal, or questioning of self motives or decisions as is apparent when Ellie commits similar acts. Then toward the end of Abby’s completely dragged out campaign they force you to nearly kill Ellie, beating her severely and almost killing Dina. Granted, this is after Abby discovers Ellie murdered a number of her companions. But again. As a player I didn’t give a single f**k about any of those deaths because the story failed to have me connect with Abby. I understand but I didn’t care. They did all of this after you see her murder a beloved character. Best analogy I can give us this: if your father or any other family member was mercilessly murdered and tortured in front of you, by someone who’s life he had saved 1 hour ago, you WOULD NOT CARE about his killers background or motives. Even if you discovered your father killed the others years ago. And that’s the fundamental problem. Joel wasn’t a messiah or prefect or by any means a great man. But I’m connected to him and have a love for him and Ellie. So no matter wtf is said or done I can understand but I’m not gonna care about Abby or forgive her. Even though I’ve already spoiled aspects of the game I won’t spoil the exact details of the very end. But it was so anticlimactic and unnecessary. The game could’ve ended a hour or two earlier when Tommy visited the farm, and could’ve conveyed that Ellie learned the same lesson or finally reached the deeper understanding. Without losing everything. Or even after the kitchen scene before California, and that whole section could’ve been a part of Part 3 and expanded upon it. But no. All it did was kind of frustrate and confuse the life out of players. To wrap this up, again I say, I think this game has all of the scenes and elements to be a great game. To really convey the message and meaning they are trying to. But the execution was simply lack luster, ineffective, and drawn out. Caused by a multitude of things from forced agendas (i.e. Ellie kill dog = she’s bad. Abby save Zebra = she’s good) to poorly placed scenes and encounters that, if rotated around, could better tell the story. NOTE: I did just finish the game a few hours ago. We all know that given time our perspectives can change. So in a week I may see some bigger picture and think this falls more in the 6 or 7 range, or I may “dig my heels in the ground” and have my stance affirmed. These are my opinions. The only way to know for sure is to play for yourself. Just rent it. Or wait for a price drop.… Expand
  45. prophetmih
    Jun 30, 2020
    10
    Even though I get people's frustrations with this title, I personally appreciate the bold move that Naughty Dog did in order to achieve this storyline. It's unique and interesting, especially when the game shapes up to be a revenge story. However, it's nothing like that. It's about forgiveness and humanity. Joel's death had a big meaning. It helped Ellie regain her humanity and findEven though I get people's frustrations with this title, I personally appreciate the bold move that Naughty Dog did in order to achieve this storyline. It's unique and interesting, especially when the game shapes up to be a revenge story. However, it's nothing like that. It's about forgiveness and humanity. Joel's death had a big meaning. It helped Ellie regain her humanity and find something new to fight for, bigger than revenge. The game's world is brutal, believable, dark. The gameplay feels polished and addictive. The characters are well written and acted, diverse and interesting. Maybe it isn't perfect, but it surely is ambitious.… Expand
  46. Hauoer99
    Jun 30, 2020
    2
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Monotonny i dłużący się gameplay. Fabuła ciekawa aczkolwiek zbyt depresyjna i nieprzyjemna.… Expand
  47. celt93
    Jun 30, 2020
    0
    As a game on it's own merit i'd give it a 5 but due to false marketing, disregard for it's fans and a myriad of other issues i'm giving it a 0. After all, if it's ok for 70 out of of 100 journalists/churnalists to give it a perfect score then i guess it's ok to give it the lowest possiblle score. That's what happens when you don't play fair. Other companies, take note!
  48. Stignum
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Технически игра - шедевр
    За каждой анимацией смотреть одно удовольствие. Лучшая графика на PS4.
    Интересный геймплей, который лично меня заставлял каждую секунду быть во внимании к лишнему шуму и чужим голосам. История Элли очень трогает, заставляет переживать за неё и её друзей, моменты с флешбеками прямо погружают тебя в ту самую атмосферу. Все бы было идеально, если бы не мускулистая убийца Джоела - Эбби, за которую нам прилется играть почти половину игры. Да, у нее есть мотивация, персонаж хорошо прописан, но смотреть на ее мышщы - не то, чем я хотел заниматься половину игры. Если пропускать моменты с Эбби, то игра будет короче первой части, меня это сильно удручает, очень сильно, но по другому я врядли смогу пройти игру еще раз. Также расстроило то, что в игре слишком мало Джоела, Ноти Дог решили обмануть нас и поменяли модельки персонажей для трейлеров и для игры. Лично меня это очень расстроило, ведь я ожидал увидеть совместный путь Элли и Джоела, а увидел лишь флешбеки. Учитывая эти недостатки, я считаю нужным поставить игре 8-9, но поставлю 10, дабы хоть как-то улучшить ей рейтинг, нехер было ставить игре 0, даже не пройдя ее. Однозначно, игра - шедевр, но Дракману надо вставить пропиздон за его чересчур либеральные взляды, дабы следующая игра, если она выйдет, не была таким провалом в лице комьюнити. На этом у меня всё    … Expand
  49. Jmozurak
    Jun 26, 2020
    9
    Phenomenal story along with exciting gameplay. Dont believe the trolls. This game is worth the hype and easily one of the best games I've ever played.
  50. Augusto5678
    Jun 30, 2020
    9
    um dos melhores games dessa geração, gráficos incríveis, jogabilidade excelente e eu considero uma história muito boa, mas entendo as pessoas que não gostaram.
  51. Kemisset
    Jun 30, 2020
    5
    mérite pas plus de la moitié pour son scénario exécrable. Déçu de Naughty Dog
  52. Kenn1
    Jun 30, 2020
    1
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Abby **** the game and the way they think it woold ve a good idea to kilo Joel like that shame… Expand
  53. TahirovZ
    Jun 25, 2020
    10
    Amazing experience, thanks Naughty Dog for masterpiece level of storytelling, I'd wish only people who played the game give score on it, cause it's a videogame, it's made to be played.
  54. 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
  55. Jhefcruz
    Jun 30, 2020
    10
    Nunca tive uma experiência assim em um game, uma montanha russa de emoções.
  56. VadimsB
    Jun 30, 2020
    1
    Good day all,
    Just hated the story so much. The writers didn't feel and understand the vibe. Very disappointed.
    I really want my money back but more than that my time spent on this game. Killing is bad. Oh..yeas! isn't this obvious?? Maybe just give us a choice not to kill everybody on sight and really give us some warm and good story. The real world is full of hatred and suffering.    Good day all,
    Just hated the story so much. The writers didn't feel and understand the vibe. Very disappointed.

    I really want my money back but more than that my time spent on this game.
    Killing is bad. Oh..yeas! isn't this obvious??
    Maybe just give us a choice not to kill everybody on sight and really give us some warm and good story. The real world is full of hatred and suffering.
    Why do we need to experience the same thing in the game we loved?
    Just an expensive piece of garbage...    … Expand
  57. democoffee
    Jun 30, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. First of all, despite everything, I still love the game, and the overall story. I do agree that there are flaws in the story, but most of them are explainable: like why Abby killed Joel even after he saved her, why she risked her life and betrayed WLF to save Yara and Lev, why Joel let his guard down, why Ellie let Abby go, etc. They are all **explainable**. It's just that the story can be told in a better way, or maybe a different story might be better. However, all in all, I still think TLOU2 is a good game, it deserves better.

    I think TLOU (1, 2) are not just games. It's also stories, stories that one can have a more immerse experience, but not something one can control except the author. I value the experience, and emotion shocks the stories gave me. I think this game should be looked at from an audience's perspective, and one should at least try to understand the idea behind the story. Tragedies can also be good story.

    I don't agree with everything in the story, but I respect it. I also waited years for the game, I think it still worth the investment I gave it, financially and emotionally. It definitely is not a 10 point game, but I'd still give it a 10 because I don't think it should be less than 7. I would still want to know the future story of Ellie and, very importantly, Abby. I want more TLOU.

    Lastly, regarding the trailers, the misleading trailers, those are low, really low.    … Expand
  58. zaz89
    Jun 23, 2020
    1
    Any story line would be a better one. I don’t know what writer thought. Neil, for his own purpose, has destroyed what Bruce and the others created before. He should quit and banned as a writer for games because he is a poison for this area. And he should stop using a lot of things as his shield. Strongly not recommended. Do not waste your money unless you are seeking for depression.
  59. SneekiSnake
    Jun 30, 2020
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Was a solid 7.5, or even an 8 until the last 10 minutes. The the ending is unbelievably depressing and the player is left feeling very unsatisfied, which might have actually been the point. Whether it was the point or not doesn't matter though, the ending just makes you feel like crap and that's never a good thing. Mechanics, graphics and gameplay-wise the game was solid, much better than the original, but the story just isn't there. Killing off most of the favorite characters and leaving others with nothing is NOT a good way to achieve depth. The hope we were left with at the end of the first game is nonexistent at the end of this one. I expected much more, and much better from a studio like Naughty Dog.… Expand
  60. CzSpectrum
    Jun 30, 2020
    0
    Very bad story. There is no logic to what the characters do. Fairy Tale for Little Kids.
  61. Neil_Druckmann
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    Naughty Dog has done it again! This game is a masterpiece! It's a must play for anyone that owns a PS4! Keep up the great work guys!
  62. Rav3
    Jun 30, 2020
    6
    Ironically, the best thing about The Last of Us Pt 2 is how fun the gameplay is. It’s only ironic, because Neil Druckman didn’t want his audience to consider the game ‘fun’. Ultimately, this is an exhausting, poorly written game. Characters are simply not given the proper depth and development to bring in the same emotional punches of the first entry. Pacing, and a bloated ending reallyIronically, the best thing about The Last of Us Pt 2 is how fun the gameplay is. It’s only ironic, because Neil Druckman didn’t want his audience to consider the game ‘fun’. Ultimately, this is an exhausting, poorly written game. Characters are simply not given the proper depth and development to bring in the same emotional punches of the first entry. Pacing, and a bloated ending really made this game feel like a drag, and truly keeps it from achieving the same level of greatness as the original.… Expand
  63. Captain_Hummus
    Jun 30, 2020
    10
    This game is a masterpiece of story telling. People have been divided on what happens. It has conjured up and of anger and vitriol. That’s the thing. The fact that a story can make you feel that way means it is impactful. Things happened in the game that make Ellie go on her revenge tour and they need to happen. The gameplay although not greatly changed is brilliant. In terms of movementThis game is a masterpiece of story telling. People have been divided on what happens. It has conjured up and of anger and vitriol. That’s the thing. The fact that a story can make you feel that way means it is impactful. Things happened in the game that make Ellie go on her revenge tour and they need to happen. The gameplay although not greatly changed is brilliant. In terms of movement of character and character abilities, there isn’t much you can change as they are not super natural but Ellie moves faster than Joel and is more athletic which does to lead to come good movement momentum moments. Being able to dodge, go prone, again although small in the greater picture do so much to freshen up game play. I would have loved to have seen some type of gameplay involved with the rope physics. That could have used to make traps if you carried a rope around with you. You could place it on the group to trip NPC’s. You could place it between doors at neck height, attract the infected to run into it and trap them. It’s a one time use as once it’s triangled you’ll need to retrieve it kind of thing. The world they have created is beautifully horrific. Dilapidated buildings, overgrown friends it’s just stunning. The sound design is all time great. Rain splashes, gunshots, voice active it’s a masterclass on immersion.

    The only moment in the game where I actually felt disgusted is 3/4 of the way through the game when things come together, you are forced into a fight that NOBODY would ever want to be in. It’s does give you some insight into how your opponent actually fights but it’s just so hard.

    This game is a masterpiece in gameplay and eliciting emotion for the player.    … Expand
  64. Kruzawa
    Jun 30, 2020
    0
    Don't buy this game. Such a wasted potential. First game is amazing but that one just pathetic.
  65. Alessandro25
    Jun 30, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I don't understand why most audiences don't like this game. ok, the protagonist of the previous chapter dies, so what? this means precisely the maturity of the Naughty Dog. I have read many negative comments for some lgbt scenes, we are in 2020 awake people! I also read that the gameplay is the same as the first one, I can safely say no. because there is a huge leap in quality, for example the dodge that makes gameplay very dynamic.… Expand
  66. Thermyte
    Jun 30, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I played all through TLOU2 and I genuinely liked it a lot. Its not as fresh or new as the originals, so I already feel like it has that part going against it, but overall as an experience I enjoyed it, and I found the differences between Abby and Ellie interesting.

    I still think that if anyone hadn't seen the spoilers and didn't have their opinions of the game warped by the "rational anti-sjw" YouTubers, it would easily be better received and people would actually think for themselves. Even if some ideas of representation came off repulsive to people who get that upset by that kind of stuff, I believe it would be easier to brush off for that crowd. I personally liked Ellie's relationship with Dina, even if I feel Dina lacked some background in some areas, but what I found to like about her was that Ellie, even with all the **** shes gone through, had someone that she could love and be comforted by who accepted her for who she was, and I genuinely found that endearing.What I liked about Abby was that she was essentially a representation of what Ellie COULD have become. She got her revenge, and when she was given the chance to back down from Ellie and spare Dina, she did, even after all the **** that Ellie had gone through. In the end I actually believe Abby went through even WORSE circumstances than Ellie did, yet she decided to move forward and not be consumed by hate anymore, while Ellie couldn't even live with herself anymore and her entire identity became engulfed in rage and hatred, letting it get the best of her and her friends.

    The game was clearly trying something different here that isn't normally done in story driven games, and while I was strongly opposed to playing a different side of the story, I grew to empathize with Abby and appreciate her arc as a character, and see how contrasted with Ellie. They're both different sides of the same coin. Both characters basically broke even, yet both processed their tragedies differently. Given that the theme of TLOU2 is "hate", I would say it does an excellent job of portraying it. Instead of Ellie choosing to move on, she chose to seek revenge. Instead of choosing to be happy, she chose to let the anger consume her, leaving her with nearly nothing left, but the smoldering ruins of her life. I wished the best for Ellie as well, and I can see how people are disappointed in the ending sequence, but I honestly was fond of the message it was trying to promote. Revenge sounds like a sweet prize in videogames, but in this scenario that tries to mimic reality, it is a often a hollow victory .

    Id have to give the game an 8/10. It's trying something different that falls short in some aspects, but I respect what its doing and in many ways succeeds at it. People who are giving this game 3's and below while pretending to be "honestly giving their opinion" are just trying to veil their short sighted anger, while having the entire experience already ruined for them because some "anti-PC redpilled" youtuber told them that you're an idiot for liking this game. Almost no triple A games deserve ratings as low as a 3, and ESPECIALLY a game as polished as TLOU2. Even if the games story was as **** **** as people claim it to be, it would still deserve a MINIMUM of a 6 out of 10 for the level of detail and fidelity it has poured into it.

    I cant convince anyone otherwise of how to view the game because it feels that anyone who even browses YouTube has had their perception so monumentally **** up to the point that there is no discussion to be had. They just see the game's leaks where you see everything completely unexecuted and left to the imagination, and then hear about it from someone online who wants to call it "SJW trash" and it will immediately be subject to the worst possible lens of skepticism and reviews. If everyone in this game were a bunch of straight white dudes, nobody would give a **** and maybe the only thing that people would criticize was that the story goes a bit too long.

    8/10 for me, and to someone who dislikes the game, a 6/10 MINIMUM under any circumstance.    … Expand
  67. ScottyRxbxl
    Jun 30, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I never thought I’d love a game more than the original.
    I never thought I could care about Abby after you know what.
    I never thought the loss of a fictional relationship would bring me to tears.
    I WAS WRONG.    … Expand
  68. Samicenkci
    Jun 30, 2020
    9
    I think its a very good game that do not deserves 5 stars. I liked the story but I loved the gameplay. For me this game have potential to win goty.
  69. Altanein
    Jun 30, 2020
    10
    One If not the best game of all times. Forget the trans and woman hating haters. Who doesn't like the story is plain stupid. Buy it.
  70. KachoFugetsu
    Jun 30, 2020
    0
    Good graphics.
    Common game-play.
    BAD STORY.
    Hypocritical media public relations.
    This is not an entertainment product, this is an ongoing disaster.
    The Social Justice Warriors and Political Correctness destroyed this game.
    If we keep silent, The S.J.W. and P.C. will control the whole industry.
  71. Maluyk
    Jun 30, 2020
    9
    Very emotional game. I think it should be shorter. One of the best action games I have ever play.
  72. carl0076
    Jun 30, 2020
    10
    The best story I’ve ever experienced in a video game. The only thing close is the first game, however this one out does itself. Well done, Naughty Dog. You rightfully deserve every positive review of this game. Negative remarks are comical and baseless to say the least.
  73. El_QSaE
    Jun 30, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. El juego si bien es bueno en cuanto a mecánicas, gráficos, etc; su historia no está a la altura, dandole excesiva pantalla a momentos que no tienen nada que ver con la experiencia The Last Of Us Part 2. Si bien es una historia que quizás para un spin off, o una historia que tuviera lugar en el mismo universo estaría bien, pero como continuidad de The Last Of Us 1 es horrible. Igual debo hacer una critica hacia el lesbianismo que expresa el juego, el cual sin duda no estoy en contra del movimiento perse, siento que no aporta mucho al juego y a la experiencia, siempre he dicho que estas cosas, la inclusión, las ideas, etc; deberían estar al servicio de la historia, no la historia estar al servicio de dichas cosas cosas, le dan demasiada pantalla al tema, viendose incluso que está al servicio de una agenda politica. Siento que el nivel de madurez de la entrega no creció con las personas que la jugaban en la primera parte, no porque tenga sexo, violencia, ni malas palabras significa que va a presentar una historia madura y ni tampoco una buena historia.
    Un ejemplo donde se hable de venganza de buena manera sería Red Dead Redemption 2, donde se aborda de manera realmente madura, sorprendiendo de una compañía que usualmente hace gala de pocos argumentos al crear una historia. En cambio Naughty Dog quien es el cual se espera que produzca una historia donde realmente nos parezca algo cercano, natural y familiar, crea The Last Of Us Part 2, la cual no te hace crear ningún vínculo personaje, jugador, el tiempo de desarrollo que tomo la última creación de Naughty Dog para mi fue algo alargado, siendo el producto final de tan mala calidad.



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  74. linlucas
    Jun 30, 2020
    10
    Sure, some argues that the story is lackluster. However, I don't think the game as a whole deserves such a low score. Most of these commenters didn't even play the game. My advice is to not listen to them and decide for yourself by playing the game.
  75. Saadirfan2
    Jun 30, 2020
    10
    Ignore reviews game great the worst thing about the game be the Abby gettin checks smashed
  76. Cookieboycorey
    Jun 21, 2020
    10
    All i can say is that i love this game! and idc what anyone says, don't listen to people's negative reviews. If you are really curious about the game, go out and grab yourself a copy and be your own judge, don't let some cry babies ruin your expectations of the game you've been waiting so long to play and enjoy. After 20 plus hours i felt satisfied with the game and i don't regret myAll i can say is that i love this game! and idc what anyone says, don't listen to people's negative reviews. If you are really curious about the game, go out and grab yourself a copy and be your own judge, don't let some cry babies ruin your expectations of the game you've been waiting so long to play and enjoy. After 20 plus hours i felt satisfied with the game and i don't regret my purchase at all. I would also like to thank naughty dog for creating such a master piece and making such a wonderful experience for me.… Expand
  77. harrythesauce
    Jun 29, 2020
    10
    This is an absolutely phenomenal game - honestly a fantastic sequel with a dark, engaging story. It’s not a simple “revenge is bad” story like a lot of people have been saying, obviously that factors in, but it’s mainly a story about empathy and perspective where no one is truly good or evil.

    The gameplay is a great step up from the original, with tense, fluid gameplay in some seriously    This is an absolutely phenomenal game - honestly a fantastic sequel with a dark, engaging story. It’s not a simple “revenge is bad” story like a lot of people have been saying, obviously that factors in, but it’s mainly a story about empathy and perspective where no one is truly good or evil.

    The gameplay is a great step up from the original, with tense, fluid gameplay in some seriously anxiety inducing encounters.

    I think if I was to have any criticisms, it would be that at some minor points it does drag a little too long, which is a similar criticism I had to some points of Uncharted 4, but I don’t think this is enough to bring it down from a 10 at all.

    10/10 doesn’t mean perfect, it never has and never will. If that was the case, no game would ever be allowed to receive a 10/10, as no game is truly perfect, not even the original The Last of Us.

    A genuine masterpiece in my eyes, with a brilliant story, top tier graphics and animations, and tense, engaging combat and stealth mechanics.    … Expand
  78. miiguel
    Jun 30, 2020
    10
    A MASTER PIECE FOR NAUGHT DOG this is a game 10 this game is a 10 without a doubt reminds us that naughty dog ​​puts something in the industry with graphics and gameplay another level.
    The problem is from his "fans" the first game put an almost insurmountable story, and the emotional conflict that part 2 has is very different from the first game, I felt fear, love, affection, anxiety.    A MASTER PIECE FOR NAUGHT DOG this is a game 10 this game is a 10 without a doubt reminds us that naughty dog ​​puts something in the industry with graphics and gameplay another level.
    The problem is from his "fans" the first game put an almost insurmountable story, and the emotional conflict that part 2 has is very different from the first game, I felt fear, love, affection, anxiety.
    remember revenge only brings bad things    … Expand
  79. Hays13
    Jun 30, 2020
    10
    E' davvero inammissibile che un gioco come questo riesca ad ottenere un voto inferiore all'otto, capisco che la storia non possa piacerti ma solo dal punto di vista tecnico meriterebbe più della mera sufficienza. C'è anche da dire che la storia è raccontata molto bene, sfruttando la meccanica dei flashback e non abusandone. Quelli che dicono che la storia non ha senso/il finale è bruttoE' davvero inammissibile che un gioco come questo riesca ad ottenere un voto inferiore all'otto, capisco che la storia non possa piacerti ma solo dal punto di vista tecnico meriterebbe più della mera sufficienza. C'è anche da dire che la storia è raccontata molto bene, sfruttando la meccanica dei flashback e non abusandone. Quelli che dicono che la storia non ha senso/il finale è brutto sono gli stessi che con molta probabilità hanno saltato l'ora di letteratura alle superiori, non riuscendo a comprendere le motivazioni dei personaggi e non comprendendo la trama o molto probabilmente non gradendola solo perché diversa da quella del primo capitolo. Naughty dog ha avuto il coraggio di prendere a pugni il giocatore medio e non scadendo nel fan service.… Expand
  80. aglitchintime
    Jun 30, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Contrived story where they kill Joel (in the first two hours of the game), ruin Ellie's life while painting her the villian, and try to make the new villian sympathetic while forcing you to play as said villian. Naughty Dog needs to go sit in the corner and think about what they've done.… Expand
  81. webyonet
    Jun 30, 2020
    0
    A wretched story after waiting 7 years. Screenwriter should be fired urgently
  82. OkinawaBoss
    Jun 30, 2020
    10
    I honestly don't get why The Last Of Us Part II receives so much hate. I've played the first game and the DLC for the first game. The game mechanics and detail are amazing. And I was really upset with the way the game began however, Naughty Dog did a great job of showing true emotions and how someone would probably really feel in such a situation. Please play the full game before youI honestly don't get why The Last Of Us Part II receives so much hate. I've played the first game and the DLC for the first game. The game mechanics and detail are amazing. And I was really upset with the way the game began however, Naughty Dog did a great job of showing true emotions and how someone would probably really feel in such a situation. Please play the full game before you decide it's a bad game.… Expand
  83. Bdavid23
    Jun 30, 2020
    3
    Great graphics, same good gameplay of 1, terrible story with contradictions, forced and uncomfortable inclusion and plot gaps.
  84. Almuradov_85
    Jun 30, 2020
    0
    TLOU2 why? what is this? Is this story? TLOU1 better than TLOU2. I hate sory mode
  85. Sevintus
    Jun 30, 2020
    6
    The game itself is fine, the story on it's own isn't awful. It plays well, it looks nice, it has a lot of cool options for accessibility that really need to be considered in future games that can afford that sort of attention. However... Coming from a fan of the first game... I loved the original. I'm gay, so there's not "Omg a lesbian!??!" ... I don't know anyone actually annoyed withThe game itself is fine, the story on it's own isn't awful. It plays well, it looks nice, it has a lot of cool options for accessibility that really need to be considered in future games that can afford that sort of attention. However... Coming from a fan of the first game... I loved the original. I'm gay, so there's not "Omg a lesbian!??!" ... I don't know anyone actually annoyed with that. Ellie has always been a lesbian, and it was presented in a non dead-horse beating sort of way in the original game. People's issue with the LGBT stuff in the game, is mostly to do with how people outside of the game are parading it around and dismissing criticism by just calling everyone bigots lol. As a gay dude, I get annoyed when gay characters get shoved in people's faces, and used as marketing and virtue signaling. It's lame. That aside... this new story really takes a big dump on the fans. I'm expected to play as a character that kills one of the beloved original characters? No thanks. Whoever thought that was a good idea, needs to lose their job. Gross. There's not even closure for that crap. It all just annoys me to no end.

    Anyone giving this game a 0, through 3... isn't honest. Anyone giving it a 8-10... is either not honest, or isn't a fan of the original game. That's my take on those scores anyway.    … Expand
  86. mdn
    Jun 30, 2020
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Overview:
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    I really want to rate this game higher.. The game is incredibly atmospheric and customizable for how you want to play it - have a true survival experience or breeze through the game as if it was nothing. a ton of accessibility options, the best I've seen to date. Lots of eye candy. Definitely for mature audiences only.

    The good:
    ________
    Gameplay felt really good, I liked the crafting and upgrade system and the fact that you had to explore to get resources and improve your skill tree. Several collectibles, which, I will give you points for ingame unlocks of some artwork and concept art along with some behind the scenes insights. Some of the puzzle mechanics were really nice, rope puzzles made me feel a little creative. and combat felt tactical and stealthy. There are times when it does give you a fair amount of action gunplay to change the pace, but I felt like it was almost my choice of how to approach each step. Cut scenes are skipabble and are completely seamless between each encounter/puzzle and gives you complete immersion while telling the story.

    The critique:
    _________
    I really wish we had gotten an ending where we could have just somehow sided with one or the other character getting their sweet revenge. I thought the story was okay, after reading many reviews from other players and fans of the original, I understand their unhappiness with some of the character's actions. Its a game thats meant to shock your system as much as possible and prove a point. Its cool to have 2 completely different, badass girl characters and very different perspectives. I wish you could replay the game just from one or the other's characters perspective, and have an "alternate" ending where you actually go through with the revenge kill at the end. My first impressions of the game were actually very positive, I couldn't put the controller down, it was captivating. I would say that some of the story/ending felt a bit dragged towards the end or maybe a little incomplete even. They really really tried to one up on their previous TLOU title and they *almost* made it. Unfortunately, the way the game ended was a complete downer after making you go through a large amount of adrenaline-packed gameplay. It has some replay value, so there's that, too.

    If you haven't played the original, this game will definitely blow you away.    … Expand
  87. cdmarshall
    Jun 30, 2020
    9
    I will say that the first game is probably my 2nd favorite game of all time, so following that is no easy task. Plot-wise "Part 2" is messier than the first game, but it's also much more ambitious from a narrative perspective. The gameplay has evolved in meaningful ways, the acting is top notch, and the level design is fantastic. Visually it's beautiful and the sound design is a marvel.I will say that the first game is probably my 2nd favorite game of all time, so following that is no easy task. Plot-wise "Part 2" is messier than the first game, but it's also much more ambitious from a narrative perspective. The gameplay has evolved in meaningful ways, the acting is top notch, and the level design is fantastic. Visually it's beautiful and the sound design is a marvel. The artists at ND are really at the top of their craft here. In my opinion you should it on the hardest difficulty you can bear to really emphasize the desperation inherent in the game's world. You can always lower the difficulty in game if it's too much. I'm very glad I chose Survivor for my first playthrough, it wasn't nearly as punishing as the first game on Grounded difficulty, but it was still a proper challenge.

    No part of my 30 hours with the game felt unnecessary, it all felt in service of the story Naughty Dog wanted to tell and I think they pretty much stuck the landing. It's not perfect, but I think it can stand as a worthy sequel to the masterpiece that was Part 1. Overall, I think this game will polarize fans, but you can count me squarely in the "loved it" group.    … Expand
  88. Kondigong
    Jun 19, 2020
    2
    I am a fan of the first game. i played every dlc and the main story about 10 times. i was looking forward to this game for a long time and now this.
    the story is bad, the charakters are bad and i hate it when they put their political agenda in games.
    1/10
  89. Capybarin
    Jun 30, 2020
    10
    Literally best game I've ever played. Beautiful in every aspect. Mr. Druckmann - you and your team are geniuses. I can't describe how grateful I am for this experience. Thank you, Naughty Dog!
  90. Negatron1000
    Jun 30, 2020
    10
    I personally really enjoyed this title and what’s even more exciting (to me) is that the story actually has many areas to progress in vs the first game. I do hope that we get a trilogy in the series.
  91. Jdbrc
    Jun 25, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Excellent. The story makes you feel a range of emotions. It’s not a happy story But that’s the point. It won’t be for everyone. I was so disgusted by Joel’s death and I intensely wanted Abby dead. As soon as you play as her I knew they would try and make me have empathy for her. I didn’t think it was possible but I eventually grew to like her to the point I no longer wanted her dead. Think about it, if there was no TLOUS 1 or backstory to Joel or Ellie then people would hate them for they did to Abby. I’m glad Ellie let go before the acts she committed destroyed her completely. I do wish that Ellie found some kind of happiness and meaning in the end though and I hope that’s the focus if there’s a DLC or continuation of the story… Expand
  92. Zarxx
    Jun 30, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. El juego aunque no perfecto (pongo 10 para nivelar con los que ponen 0, pero le pondría un 7-8) es bastante bueno, el gameplay es bastante divertido y satisfactorio, tanto graficos con banda sonora son espectaculares y la historia tiene bastante sentido con la primera parte. El juego es triste, demasiado triste algunas veces y por esto parece que a tan hateado, pero la realidad es que todo lo que ocurre en el juego está justificado, la muerte de Joel era necesaria por todos sus errores y sus pecados (aunque me hubiera gustado que fuera un poco después), la implementación de poder jugar con Abby es bastante buena para poder entender sus razones y empatizar con ella, dándonos cuenta de que en este juego no hay bien ni mal, si no que todo depende del punto de vista. Personalmente soy de los que creen que se debería haber podido elegir si matar o no a Abby (yo no la mataría), pero fuera de eso me encantó el juego.… Expand
  93. Nielivarez
    Jun 30, 2020
    6
    TLDR and my suggestion:
    If you are a fan of the first game, you will probably be very disappointed in the story and its pacing. Otherwise, you may or may not find the story tolerable. I'd imagine at some point in your life, you'd like to at least experience this game.
    The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly: * The Good: The visuals of this game are breathtaking. The animations are mostly    TLDR and my suggestion:
    If you are a fan of the first game, you will probably be very disappointed in the story and its pacing. Otherwise, you may or may not find the story tolerable. I'd imagine at some point in your life, you'd like to at least experience this game.

    The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly:

    * The Good: The visuals of this game are breathtaking. The animations are mostly great. And while the core of gameplay is the same as the first game, there are noticeable improvements.

    * The Bad: This game ignores the fact that most people interested in it are 'the fans of the first game'. The pacing of the story is what I would only describe as 'weird on mushrooms'. And some major characters and their personalities are retconned in a big way.

    * The Ugly: The story is very clearly doctored to force-feed certain ideologies and beliefs and stereotypes which are different from the first game. Thing is, pushing ideas through the gaming medium happens all the time, but it is insulting when established characters of the prequel have to morph so they can fit the new narrative.

    Summary:
    The visuals and the technical merits of the game make it really hard to score it below 5 out 10. But the story and pacing of it deeply wound the experience.
    As a good friend of mine said, "I'd rate the story of this game, 2 lost fingers out of 10."
    Also, as a side note, Naughty Dog games used to be on my list of 'buy without any questions'. After this game, they no longer are.    … Expand
  94. OmegaNemesis28
    Jun 30, 2020
    10
    Pushes the boundary of game tech. Crazy gameplay switching almost seamlessly between super complex animations no other game has tried to do in this much detail, which makes everything feel like a real solid "punch" when you execute enemies or dive around. Grabbing objects up as you run by and immediately tossing them at enemies in 1 motion is wicked cool. The limited resources for ammo isPushes the boundary of game tech. Crazy gameplay switching almost seamlessly between super complex animations no other game has tried to do in this much detail, which makes everything feel like a real solid "punch" when you execute enemies or dive around. Grabbing objects up as you run by and immediately tossing them at enemies in 1 motion is wicked cool. The limited resources for ammo is trickled in almost perfect amounts in my experiences. I'd always say "wow I think I have a lot of ammo" and then nope, never enough unless I had some extreme precision. Enemy AI is dastardly too.

    Story pacing and narrative issues are present, but opposite of the review bombing, I'm going to have to ignore it. Would've said like an 8 or 9, but this is a 10 out of spite. The gameplay and visuals are so awesome, only bigots would cry on user reviews with 0s talking about "propaganda"    … Expand
  95. gabiitodiaz
    Jun 30, 2020
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The beginning of the gane is pretty much last of us mechanics which are awesome. However after the dead of a know person happens, you get a shock and then when the story start to get the climax you start playing as Abby? Da hell, I wanted to really gave a ten to this game but I was a little disappointed, and after everything you spent looking for her. She gets off with no revenge at all. I give the game a 7, it was not that bad. But the story has too many empty spots in which naughty dog filled with the Abby part.… Expand
  96. Jaxon110213
    Jun 30, 2020
    10
    love this game. I have my opinion. The game is such a masterpiece. this is what we called experience
  97. payamhp71
    Jun 30, 2020
    10
    believe me, it's the best game i've ever played in my life by far!
    just don't judge it in first hours and play it to the end.
    thanks Sony, noughty dog and neil druckmann for this awesome game!
    I can't imagine what's it gonna be like, when this genius guys start to release a game on PS5! wish you the best of luck, keep up the good work
  98. rootbeer37
    Jun 30, 2020
    10
    This game is the reason I bought the PS4 and I don't regret it. I loved Last of Us and Last of Us Part two is the perfect sequel for that. The game play is fun and strategic. The zombies have me sitting on the edge of my seat and screaming at times in my living room. The characters are complex and interesting.

    I think there are a lot of bad reviews because people were expecting the    This game is the reason I bought the PS4 and I don't regret it. I loved Last of Us and Last of Us Part two is the perfect sequel for that. The game play is fun and strategic. The zombies have me sitting on the edge of my seat and screaming at times in my living room. The characters are complex and interesting.

    I think there are a lot of bad reviews because people were expecting the story to go in a specific direction, and expectations like that can be damaging. I think the story is dark, sad, and complex. If you're looking for a story that will cheer you up, this is not the video game for you. The game deals with dark and complex issues and is therefore bound to at times make the player uncomfortable.

    If you don't mind a dark plot along with terror and gore, this game is for you.    … Expand
  99. FabioHellboy
    Jun 30, 2020
    10
    The last of Us part 2 is no doubt the best videogame in the last 15 years. It has an emotional and deep story that moves hearts and brains. No wonder Naughty Dog has decided that this sequel would be the last in the saga. Nothing can be better than it...
  100. Untitled0709
    Jun 30, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. To sum up this game in one word, it would be "real". I judge the game on what it is and my experience playing it rather than being distracted by the way it was marketed (which some people are using to criticise the actual game) and how the audience was deceived through trailers and so on. This game is a very real representation of trauma, loss and how to cope with emotions similar to this within an already collapsed society. Having Joel's death be out of no where, shocking and unceremonious is considered cheap by some, however most people know this is how death is in the real world, more often than not. In a world as real as this, I was not surprised at the manner that these events unfolded in and the pain you feel from this loss puts you in the head space that Ellie is in. She has no time to be funny and light hearted after this experience and she remains changed forever. Another criticism this game faces is how "it ruins Ellie" as a character. How can Ellie be expected to remain the sarcastic, bubbly 14 year old from the first game after all she has to endure through both games and for the majority of her life? As a more mature young adult, Ellie is visibly scarred from the trauma she has faced and understandably so. By the end, she is so overcome with the ongoing conflict in her head when she lets Abby live. The real emotion that this game draws out of you is immense, and any form of art that can invoke emotions as vividly as The last of us part II does, should be considered in my eyes, as a masterpiece.… Expand
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Universal acclaim - based on 121 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 113 out of 121
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 121
  3. Negative: 0 out of 121
  1. GameMAG
    Sep 13, 2020
    90
    The Last of Us Part II is the high point of the PlayStation 4. The plot is controversial, but the game is the incredibly addictive adventure of Ellie, from which it is impossible to pull away from the opening and to the very end.
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  2. PLAY! Zine
    Sep 5, 2020
    93
    Not everyone is going to enjoy the motives of The Last of Us Part II. But if you try and manage to accept the subliminal and not so subtle messages as a fact that the world has gone awry and that people have the need to have somewhere or someone to belong to as their own way out, then... You will witness the boundaries of gaming expand. You will witness a true masterpiece.
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  3. Game World Navigator Magazine
    Sep 3, 2020
    75
    If you loved the original for its great characters and well-paced story – stay away from this game. However, if you’re aching to sink into the depths of depression, or just want to cut some throats and burn some zombies – Part II will deliver. [Issue#247, p.72]
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