The Last of Us Part II

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  1. Juanfarias
    Jul 6, 2020
    9
    Sin duda una experiencia, te hace sufrir, odiar, llorar, reír, recordar y lo más importante, perdonar. Este no es un juego de venganza, es un juego de perdón. Una digna secuela del anterior
  2. Cat0224
    Jul 6, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I think they honestly did a really good job with this game. Yes I was sad about Joel’s death but at the same time the game would have been really boring just being in Jackson and going out doing stuff. I think them killing Joel they opened it for more content and a better story line. They could probably even continue it now and make the story line go further. I was also sad to see they switched out Joel from trailers and game play they originally had for him.It had really emotional parts and really adrenaline rushing parts. It was all over a really good game, it could have been a lot worse after he died but they made it really intriguing and fun.… Expand
  3. 1000Catfish
    Jul 6, 2020
    9
    I personally believe that the negative reviews are completely unwarranted, and although the story was not what many people expected, the game perfectly captured the intended narrative themes. Please don't be deterred by all the negative reviews. I would argue that the fantastically visualized setting, exceptional, gritty combat, and fantastic visual and sound design make this game a trulyI personally believe that the negative reviews are completely unwarranted, and although the story was not what many people expected, the game perfectly captured the intended narrative themes. Please don't be deterred by all the negative reviews. I would argue that the fantastically visualized setting, exceptional, gritty combat, and fantastic visual and sound design make this game a truly compelling experience. I felt uneasy playing this game on many occasions, but I also think that while I was often left unhappy and shaken after a session, I really feel like I got something very worthwhile out of this game.

    100% please experience this game fully with an open mind. I truly think that this one is an absolute marvel and the blood, sweat and tears of the development team is truly apparent. Very honestly one of the most memorable and emotionally touching gaming experiences I've ever experienced in over two decades.    … Expand
  4. beefalo16
    Jul 6, 2020
    9
    Amazing game, doesn't deserve all the hate it is getting. I can understand why fans of the first game are unhappy with some of the plot points, but what game/tv show/movie doesn't have these kinds of things happen all the time? Even if you abhor the plot, the other aspects of the game are still incredible and it really is not fair to give it such low scores.
    I tend to like only action    Amazing game, doesn't deserve all the hate it is getting. I can understand why fans of the first game are unhappy with some of the plot points, but what game/tv show/movie doesn't have these kinds of things happen all the time? Even if you abhor the plot, the other aspects of the game are still incredible and it really is not fair to give it such low scores.
    I tend to like only action games and have very little patience for most games, yet I played through and beat this game. The combat which may feel clunky at first to FPS fans is actually very well done and makes for great gameplay. The graphics are the best I've seen and the overall polish and attention to detail is incredible. They made some interesting choices with what you do as the player which makes the game a bit of an emotional rollercoaster. There is some hate about this aspect too, but honestly I feel it adds to the game by invoking different emotions in you and also how you perceive/play being changed based on your feelings towards what is happening.
    My two complaints are:
    1) The infected are the least interesting part of the game. The combat with them feels like a chore given how much more fun and interesting the combat against other humans is.
    2) There is a bit too much "interactive movie" content where you are just walking through areas. It is great drooling at the graphics, but I would have preferred a bit more action.    … Expand
  5. Pcy
    Jul 7, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. After the first game, many fans debated whether Joel was in fact the true villain of The Last of Us - saving Ellie but preventing any chance of a vaccine being created to help humankind in the post apocalyptic world they live in. We sympathise with Joel's decision because we spent an entire game sharing his experiences with Ellie and if we were in his shoes who is to say we wouldn't have made the same decision (as Tommy says at the beginning of Part 2).

    In The Last of Us Part 2 we get to see the aftermath of Joel's actions from the perspective of his victims - Abby finds her father killed along with all other fireflies that crossed Joel's path in the hospital. If we had never seen Joel and Ellie's journey I'm sure we would be rooting for Abby's revenge story but because we didn't, a lot of gamers straight up refused to see or accept Abby's reasons for wanting to kill Joel. Who wouldn't want to get revenge on the man who killed their father?

    I was truly gutted that Joel died so early on in the game and it was a difficult scene to watch. However, it is a major plot device that propels Ellie into her revenge rampage in Seattle. I enjoyed the flashback scenes with Joel showing how he had settled down in Jackson County and trying to repair his deteriorating relationship with Ellie after the events of the first game. In Joel's last flashback scene with Ellie they both agree to wanting to move forward, with Ellie prepared to try and forgive Joel. Tragically, by the time this scene is shown, we know that will be the last time they speak.

    The game contrasts Abby and Ellie's revenge stories well, showing Abby succeed but not stopping the pain of losing her father so she focuses her life by helping Lev. Ellie had the chance to be happy; she had a home, Dina and baby JJ but her PTSD and a push from Tommy set her off again. I've seen many comments that Tommy's actions here are completely out of character but at this point he had lost so much - Joel, witnessing Jesse's death, his relationship with Maria, his eye and now left with restricted mobility, so why wouldn't he be hell-bent on revenge? Tommy current state of mind here is similar to where Ellie was after Joel's death.

    Ellie had already lost Dina and JJ the moment she left to kill Abby again, so even if she had succeeded she would still be left with nothing afterwards; Ellie breaks the cycle of revenge and the characters have a chance to move on to try and find some happiness. I've seen more comments saying this is out of character for Ellie (just like the early Tommy comments I mentioned) and that she had no problem killing all those people in Seattle, but I believe she was too blinded by revenge to stop and see what was happening and that she was basically doing what Joel did at Salt Lake City Hospital. It's not until she has the chance to finally kill Abby that an image of Joel playing his guitar appears in her head - this is significant because since his death, Ellie had been unable to remember his face (as depicted in Ellie's journal with drawings of Joel's distorted face) but for the first time since then, Joel's face finally appears to her. Ironically, if Ellie had not left Dina and JJ at the farm, Abby would have most likely died at the hands of the Rattlers along with Lev, so in reality Ellie saved their lives.

    Upon returning to the empty farm, it is shown that Ellie can no longer play the guitar due to losing some fingers in the final battle with Abby, losing yet another connection she had with Joel. Ellie's greatest fear that she shared with Sam in the first game was to end up alone and her need for revenge saw that come true at the end of this game.

    Everyone is entitled to their opinion but just because it didn't go how you wanted it to it doesn't make it a bad game. I personally preferred the first instalment but Part 2 decides to take a different route rather than mirroring it's predecessor (not to mention introducing some greatly improved gameplay features), keeping it fresh and further exploring revenge, forgiveness and the consequences of actions in a post apocalyptic world.    … Expand
  6. juanmazila
    Jul 7, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Es en realidad un juegazo, tal vez la historia no es lo que todos querían, pero es muy buena, podría haber sido un poco más corto, la historia de Abby podría haber sido contada en capítulos más cortos, sin embargo es hasta el momento el mejor juego de este año.… Expand
  7. tajemny_m
    Jul 7, 2020
    9
    This sequel does not resonate with me as strong as its predecessor, but it is still a really good game with memorable and emotional story.

    Graphics are nice and it runs good on my old PS4. Gameplay is more polished and gives us more freedom in handling encounters. I really liked the crafting system (proximity mines!) and I loved weapon upgrades. Even though I platinum this game, I still    This sequel does not resonate with me as strong as its predecessor, but it is still a really good game with memorable and emotional story.

    Graphics are nice and it runs good on my old PS4. Gameplay is more polished and gives us more freedom in handling encounters. I really liked the crafting system (proximity mines!) and I loved weapon upgrades. Even though I platinum this game, I still resent the separation of previous areas by impassable obstacles, that makes you rerun whole sub-chapter if you miss a card somewhere. I liked THE twist but was not happy with it. I really liked the "notes" stories that helps to build the TLOU world. My only issue is that the things that this game does best are the same things as in previous installment, I expected more improvements and innovation in gameplay.

    Personally, I believe if the authors chose to write the same revenge-forgiveness story with different characters with Joel and Ellie cameos, the reaction would not be that strong. On the other hand, the story is meant to provoke strong reaction and in this NG succeeded.    … Expand
  8. JJoshwilli
    Jul 7, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I flat out loved this game! Honestly, I think there a couple genuine flaws I'll admit to. The game does tend to drag missions on just barely pass expiration dates sometimes (but usually this is allayed by still having a helluva culmination to the mission waiting for ya!). I also feel that as much as the switch works for me, interspersing the character switches throughout the game might have helped some others better empathize with Abby and feel for her. I still found myself torn between the two characters even as they attempted to murder one another, but I suppose I can see where others are coming from. Now, looking pass that, I pretty much just see gold.
    Going back to what I said earlier, I feel a large point of the game was to feel the cycle of revenge from both perspectives, to recognize yourself as Ellie playing almost the villain of the story and that really hit home for me, taking advantage of the growing discomfort the game had been building with Ellie's actions to slam it home by having us walk our killing grounds and interacting with our future victims.
    This sympathy got further enforced with Ellie on that farm, unable to cope with Joel's death and move on, allowing us to really feel the life Joel had left Abby with for years.
    It used this empathy to ultimately foster a sense of forgiveness towards both this game's protagonists as well as for Joel. So, more so than the goal of revenge, that forgiveness proved to be the thing Ellie needed. Not for Abby, though I think she came as close to it as possible, but for Joel and herself.
    Don't worry, I already know how masturbatory this review sounds lol    … Expand
  9. ManniSchmi
    Jul 8, 2020
    9
    Great Techniques / Graphics / Animations
    + Beautiful landscapes / surroundings
    + Huge spectrum of animations / facial expressions (Great Acting) + Never before seen transitions from movie-sequence to in-game ... Great Story + Never before seen characters in a video game + No Black/White painting + Lets player see different point of views ... Great Game-play + Sneaking,    Great Techniques / Graphics / Animations
    + Beautiful landscapes / surroundings
    + Huge spectrum of animations / facial expressions (Great Acting)
    + Never before seen transitions from movie-sequence to in-game
    ...

    Great Story
    + Never before seen characters in a video game
    + No Black/White painting
    + Lets player see different point of views
    ...

    Great Game-play
    + Sneaking, Rushing, Fighting, Shooting, Sniping, Riding, Looting, Climbing, Improving ...
    - Although you can do a lot in this game it is at some points a bit repetitive    … Expand
  10. ElPulyoLoco
    Jul 7, 2020
    9
    I really enjoyed the game and was glad, that i didnt read any of the leaks. The Last of Us part 2 feels like a organic transition from part 1. I wish they make a standalone with abbys and levs story searching do the fireflies.
  11. Moodyblues23
    Jul 7, 2020
    9
    One of the best games of this year, the story can be bad at some points but always keep you playing for more, gameplay is amazing graphics too. I really enjoy going through the story, perfect soundtrack as well, can’t wait for part 3
  12. Cthulhu74
    Jul 7, 2020
    9
    Excellent game, immersive and unrelenting. Brutal and satisfying. The game of current gen consoles.
  13. Mohamedeh
    Jul 7, 2020
    9
    It's one the best games I have ever played and story is magnificent and emotional and you should understand that its different any game you played and story that is feel like a story
  14. Haef90
    Jul 7, 2020
    9
    Oh boy. Most of the Reviews are dissapointed because of the Story. Or the Characterdesign. But like in the real life, things don't happen as you wish. The Story is a Story about Revenge. Nothing spectacular. But the mindblowing way to tell this story is so amazing.
    Definetly a must-play.
  15. GerardCapri
    Jul 8, 2020
    9
    Brutal, jode mucho tener que llevar al antagonista, jode mucho tramos de la historia, pero el juego es una joya
  16. artistpm
    Jul 30, 2020
    9
    The design is outstanding. The fighting and shooting mechanics are better than it was in the previous version (a little bit harder which fits for me). The story ending is a little bit computable. I'm sorry but on medium level the AI groups (like scars) are not so clever, probably I'll retry on hard level.
    I hope there will be a third version... :)
  17. D0ku
    Jul 7, 2020
    9
    I'm crying right now because of the ending. The graphics I have nothing to say, are incredible, sound is amazing, and the story is impressive.
  18. Raxz
    Jul 7, 2020
    9
    Idk why people are rating is bad ,i guess the story is kind of off the track but the game is still so good!
  19. Pryvydentsev
    Jul 24, 2020
    9
    Достаточно необычный сюжет. Да, жесткий. Но очень интересный. А сцены с боями особенно шикарны!!
  20. Bonjoramigos
    Jul 7, 2020
    9
    The game is really good. It is like a good movie with awesome gameplay! The game can on harder difficulty be really challenging, which is really good. The only problem I have with this game, is that some parts take a lot of time. But that is not a problem because of in my opinion the story is really good. A lot of people are complaining about the story but the emotion of every characterThe game is really good. It is like a good movie with awesome gameplay! The game can on harder difficulty be really challenging, which is really good. The only problem I have with this game, is that some parts take a lot of time. But that is not a problem because of in my opinion the story is really good. A lot of people are complaining about the story but the emotion of every character and the flashbacks are amazing in combination with the main story. Also the quality is amazing, even close-up looks super good. Amazing game, worth the money!… Expand
  21. exoduso
    Jul 8, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The Last of Us 2 while flawed is a beautiful, enjoyable game. Do I think it deserves all the praise its getting? Probably not. Does it deserve the hate its getting, definitely not..

    The game kills off a major character in the first two hours of the games and it is done in such a ruthless game that some people have had trouble accepting or overlooking. From a narrative standpoint the death makes perfect sense.

    Halfway through the game you switch to Abby, Joel's killer, as Naughty Dog attempts to make you understand sympathize with her. While I do understand what they were going for here, i feel like being so secretive about it and having people believe you play the whole game as Ellie angered a lot of fans, many of whom were already unable to accept Joel's death.

    The story is one of forgiveness but can't fully be understood until the game is completed, very similar to how the first one was a story of hope that couldn't be fully understood until completed. Now lets get on to the Pros and Cons.

    Pros: Beautiful. Very Detailed. Great Game play. In game puzzles were a huge improvement over the first game. Story had some very strong points.

    Cons: Sneaky in making you play as Abby. SOME parts of the story fell flat. I wish the story would have done Day 1 Ellie/Day 1 Abby. Then Day 2, 3. This would stop players from feeling forced to play 10+ hours as Abby as i know many hated it.

    Story: 8/10
    Graphics: 10/10
    Music: 8/10
    Character Development: 6/10    … Expand
  22. Metenga78
    Jul 7, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Oyunun sizi içine alıp her karakteri ince ince işlenesi güzel lakin abby denen gorilin iyi olarak gösterilip köpek sevdirilmesi ve ellie'nin zorla köpek ve hamile kadın öldürmeye zorlanması tam bir saçmalık.… Expand
  23. xMatt_
    Jul 7, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. fantastic game, ruined a bit by the ending in which you don't have all the answers you are looking for, and by all those hours played with Abby. otherwise perfect!… Expand
  24. Bradyoog12
    Jul 7, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Realmente si consideras que el juego debe cumplir tus expectativas por lo que tu consideras que es bueno, estás muy equivocado, desde un principio en la saga sabes que es una rompedera de cabeza y que el juego es más frío y deprimente que cualquier cosa, es una increíble historia si no le pongo 10 es por los flashbacks… Expand
  25. GameCritic79
    Jul 7, 2020
    9
    I played through the entire game and took my time with it, exploring every nook and cranny that I could find in each level and so my total playtime was about 35 hours. Therefore, I think I am in a position to write a fair review, seeing as how this game clearly got review-bombed by a bunch of people who never even played it (it had thousands of 0 out of 10 reviews within hours of itsI played through the entire game and took my time with it, exploring every nook and cranny that I could find in each level and so my total playtime was about 35 hours. Therefore, I think I am in a position to write a fair review, seeing as how this game clearly got review-bombed by a bunch of people who never even played it (it had thousands of 0 out of 10 reviews within hours of its launch, when nobody could have possibly finished it). I also played the first one and consider it one of my favourite games ever.

    So here is my review of the second game. At first, when I had just completed the game, I thought it was an 8. The gameplay, graphics, and audio are top notch, I don't think anybody who is reasonable can debate that. The animations are some of the best in any game ever, and it ends up making each fight look extremely cinematic. They don't shy away from fully depicting the violence and gore in this game, so when you're engaging in melee combat with your knife, you can see cuts form on your enemies. Shotguns will be able to blow limbs off. It's brutal and the combat is extremely satisfying, but if you're easily disturbed, maybe this game isn't for you. But for those who can handle it, the gameplay will have an incredible tension and atmosphere to it. All the guns feel powerful and the controls are responsive but also feel weighty to match the brutal and heavy tone of the game (e.g., when you sprint, it actually feels like you're running for your life as you feel the thud of each frantic footstep and hear your character panting). And the level design allows for more dynamic combat than its predecessor with its verticality and variety of hiding spots. The additions of tall grass and the ability to crawl under things allow you to slip in and out of stealth anytime, letting you to play your way. New enemy types and guns/craftable items are all fun additions. The puzzles in this game are also a bit better done than the first game. No more annoying raft puzzles, Ellie can swim now. Exploration has also been improved. Artifacts are everywhere for those who are interested in learning more about the game's world, and each room has a unique story to it or some worthwhile loot. The environments themselves look gorgeous, and the set pieces, while kind of sparse, are all intense and memorable. Voice acting is great as usual in a Naughty Dog game and the soundtrack and sound effects (like the clickers' noises) are all really atmospheric and well done. Overall, this game looks and sounds great and the quality of the gameplay is high.

    Now on to the controversial piece, the story. I will delve into SPOILERS here so do not continue reading beyond this point if you don't want to see them. But when I first finished the game, again, I thought it was an 8. The game was definitely extremely emotional but at first, I had a similar complaint to many other people - I didn't like Abby as much as I liked Ellie. Ideally, I thought that the game should've made the players feel equally for both characters to maximize the tension as they fight at the end. So I saw a bunch of other people saying perhaps they should have introduced Abby's character early in the game and humanize her to get us to like her, then maybe have her kill Joel later in the game. Because currently, it is pretty difficult to get over our first impressions of her as the woman who killed Joel, even if we can understand that she felt motivated by her own loss. I loved the overall darker tone of this game and the themes of revenge, forgiveness, loss, love, and humanity, but I just thought it was an 8 because I didn't like Abby too much. But as a few days passed, the more I think about it, the more I actually like the story better this way. I realized we aren't necessarily supposed to like Abby, but the point is that when she first kills Joel, we don't see her as a human being. We see her as a monster and just want revenge, just like Ellie. Our emotions throughout the story mirror Ellie's emotions. So we are supposed to hate her and be blinded by revenge in the beginning. Then slowly, as the game progresses, we learn about Abby's motivations and backstory. And while we don't necessarily have to like her, we at least see her as a human stuck in a terrible post-apocalyptic environment just like everyone else, trying to survive and hold on to the people they care about. There are no entirely good or bad characters here, including Joel and Ellie. Everyone has killed and done horrible things in this story. There are shades of grey, not black and white morality. And eventually, we have to learn to let go of our hate to move on and live freely. That message is super powerful, and I think it was delivered spectacularly. Now the only minor complaint I have is I definitely think some side characters could have been developed more, but as a whole, this game is much more ambitious than the first. They took risks with the story and the quality of the gameplay is superb. 9/10    … Expand
  26. Anik117
    Jul 7, 2020
    9
    A beautiful game with a great story. Maybe divisive at times but still has better direction than most of the games out there. It deserves the love.
  27. OzgurMengelli
    Mar 23, 2022
    9
    Benim anlamadığım hikayeyi tamam beğenmedin, hadi o sinematik harika anlatımı da beğenmedin, peki ya oynanış. Sıktığım her mermiyi hissettiren vuruş hissiyatı da mı çok kötü? Bombaların düşmanları gerçekçi bir şekilde parçalara ayırması da mı kötü. Atmosfer, grafikler, müzik ve ses tasarımı, animasyonların doygunluğu da mı kötü? Hikayede beğenmediğin bir takım şeyler var diye ve bunlarBenim anlamadığım hikayeyi tamam beğenmedin, hadi o sinematik harika anlatımı da beğenmedin, peki ya oynanış. Sıktığım her mermiyi hissettiren vuruş hissiyatı da mı çok kötü? Bombaların düşmanları gerçekçi bir şekilde parçalara ayırması da mı kötü. Atmosfer, grafikler, müzik ve ses tasarımı, animasyonların doygunluğu da mı kötü? Hikayede beğenmediğin bir takım şeyler var diye ve bunlar kesinlikle sanatsal birer tercih iken ayrıca, oyunun başardığı onca şeyi görmezden gelip oyuna çöp demek bana anlamsız geliyor. Hele ki ilk oyuna şaheser diyip buna çöp demek. Ben ilk oyunu beğendim, ikinci oyun da zaten ilk oyunun atmosferini ve karakterlerini alıp oynanışını, animasyonları ve grafikleri geliştirerek bize sunuyor.oyunla ilgili benim tek sıkıntım ise yeterince farklı bir oynanış sunmuyor. Ben daha gerçekçi bir tavır takılırlar diye ddüşünüştüm. Bu oyunda da gene etraftan üçgene basarak bişiler toplayıp bir takım şeyler üretiyoruz ki geliştirmeler var ama ekranda semboller falan çıkması, yaralarımızı hep aynı yerden sarmak falan bana biraz eski kafa geldi ve atmosferi baltaladığını düşünüyorum. Ben daha sonraki jenerasyon bişiler düşünmüştüm oynanış için. Neyse oyun ortalamanın üstünde, kesinlikle iyi yaptığı şeyleri görmeyip birkaç hikaye noktasına takılıp oyunu boklayanlara sorum bu… Expand
  28. Zygann
    Jan 8, 2021
    9
    For everyone who doesn't know to buy or not to buy. Don't read the negative comments, there just bunch of spoilers. The game is a master piece, GET IT now!
  29. Zupek75
    Jul 7, 2020
    9
    I can just say it is great game. Fine story and super mechanicy and animation.
  30. JagaiG
    Jul 7, 2020
    9
    This game does not deserve all the hate it is currently receiving. It is more than just a story about revenge - it's about loss, hatred and hope. The ending makes complete sense. Even if Ellie's character takes a depressing turn, we learn that in the end, she finds peace in accepting her loss, forgiving the one that brought her pain and moving on from the hurt. Many gamers are justThis game does not deserve all the hate it is currently receiving. It is more than just a story about revenge - it's about loss, hatred and hope. The ending makes complete sense. Even if Ellie's character takes a depressing turn, we learn that in the end, she finds peace in accepting her loss, forgiving the one that brought her pain and moving on from the hurt. Many gamers are just focusing on the plot holes rather than exploring the depth of the story and the moral behind it. Every character in the game have their own story, everyone have experienced loss and are trying to find hope in a merciless post-apocalyptic environment. Ellie's journey comes full circle by the end of the game and leaves the gamers with a bitter-sweet feeling that haunts you even days after ending the game.
    I feel bad for people who could not grasp the depth of the story.
    Don't base your judgement on reviews only. Give it a try and judge by yourself how the game moved you.    … Expand
  31. JayCristovan
    Jul 7, 2020
    9
    the game takes concept games to another level, the experience in The last of us 2 touches on our feelings and exposes what makes us human, empathy for others. In technical matters the game borders on perfection. In terms of history, everything is well explained and well tied in the context of the game. honestly the game made me experience feelings never before felt playing a game, for surethe game takes concept games to another level, the experience in The last of us 2 touches on our feelings and exposes what makes us human, empathy for others. In technical matters the game borders on perfection. In terms of history, everything is well explained and well tied in the context of the game. honestly the game made me experience feelings never before felt playing a game, for sure this is pure and genuine art, just brilliant and unforgettable.… Expand
  32. zazuthebirb
    Jul 8, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. DO NOT READ IF YOU HAVEN'T PLAYED TLOU2

    I would first like to say that I am not a new fan of TLOU, I played the original about 5 years ago, and a few more times over the years, so I have been waiting for this game for a LONG time. I managed to avoid all but one spoiler (i didn't watch any spoilers but I saw a couple of comments on twitter), and sadly it was a large spoiler, but in the end I didn't let that deter me from playing the game because I know that context is extremely important. I am extremely happy that I played it.

    I will admit that this game didn't go in the direction that I had originally expected and wanted. I was wanting a continuation of Ellie and Joel's relationship, a story about forgiveness and redemption after the ending of the first game. I wanted to see them grow as father and daughter and repair their relationship after the strain and distance caused by Joel's lie. However that ended up not being the case. You could argue that the game is about forgiveness and redemption, however it is definitely not in the way that I expected.

    I think this game is an absolute masterpiece. GOTY material. I loved the sound design, the mo-cap performances, the visual design, everything. The AI has improved so much and it helped with immersion immensely, I was genuinely stressed throughout all the encounters and trying to strategise (and failing) each time I came across an enemy. The story is - for lack of a better work - intense. I've never known a game that could make me feel such intense and raw emotions throughout; I sobbed uncontrollably (if you know, you know), I laughed, I smiled until my cheeks hurt, I felt genuine fear, anger, pain, and I think most prominently, I felt an immeasurable amount of grief. Overall, this game f***ed me up mentally, but I think I respect ND for being able to do that.

    I enjoyed the story. In my opinion, I think ND could have gone with multiple different story lines and it still be accurate, I think this is one of them. Consider this, in the first game it is made clear that Joel is a POS before he meets Ellie, he has been a smuggler, and a hunter, and has done who knows what. He has killed countless people; some innocent, some not. He says to Tess that they are survivors, but he was also a murderer. I think Joel dying the way he did was a very probable thing, he probably had so many people that wanted to kill him, Abby just got lucky finding him. Don't mistake this as me saying that I'm glad he died, I wish more than anything that it didn't happen, it broke me, and I truly think that he didn't deserve to die the way he did (maybe? I'm a bit conflicted. Finding it hard to look past my personal feelings). I think Ellie's character development was amazing from start to finish. I could feel her pain and her anger. Some things she did later on the game I didn't necessarily agree with, but I could understand why she made certain decisions and acted the way she did. She was angry with herself, with Joel, with Abby, everyone, and I could feel the development of those feelings throughout the game.

    Abby. Personally, I can understand why she killed Joel, I mean, he literally shot her dad and ruined the chances at a cure for mankind. However, I think she had no right to take things into her own hands. Joel did what he did to save his daughter, he felt guilt for years after. Put yourself in Joel's position; you have traveled across the country and been through traumatic experiences with Ellie, and you have formed a bond with her that you haven't had since before Sarah died, suddenly you are told that the fireflies are going to kill her and you can't see her or say goodbye, and you will be killed if you try anything. Ellie & Joel weren't told ANYTHING about how they would make the cure. Joel had no time to digest the information. He acted as any father would, and saved his child. I personally feel that if Abby and Jerry were in the exact same position, Jerr would have done the same thing, and I wish so bad that Abby recognised that. I hate Abby for torturing Joel when he killed Jerry quickly, however a VERY SMALL part of me can understand the anger she was probably feeling. A lot of people like Abby after playing TLOU2. I am not one of those people. I can't forgive her for what she did, but I can at least understand her and recognise that she wasn't an all-round terrible person, she was just human.

    The reason I gave this a 9/10 is because of the ending. After 5+ years of waiting I believed that we as an audience deserved something more than the extremely ambiguous ending we got. I know Neil has said that any ending we assume is canon, but I can't accept that. It doesn't console me in any way to think that what I want MAY be true, it doesn't help me deal with my grief. The only positive from the ending is that it opens up the game to a Part 3.

    Overall, even though the pain I feel almost 2 weeks after finishing is very real. I love it all the same. Will play again.    … Expand
  33. Southpole
    Jul 7, 2020
    9
    Gameplay and story are amazing. I think I am one of the very few people who actually likes Abby even though I loved Joel:(. I’m very also confused why people are so surprised that Ellie is gay I mean we already knew this from Left Behind lol
  34. YoBoiTheQQ
    Aug 11, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. One of the best games of the year, up to this point. For starters, graphics are from another planet, the game is just beatiful to look at, naughty dog made a masterpiece out of the pro and i'm sure for slim/fat too. Story is not just a continuing of the 1st past, is more of a step forward towards the enviroment as a whole. The game is dark, the human urge to survive, the hunger for more that even in these times is not absent and the game of power that people play for decades. A punch in the guts, to have a look at humanity naked. The Abby part of the game seemed as it was necessary for the storytelling, it was a great idea to get to see the side of the "bad guy", the way it was written made it almost crazy to end her. Storywise Ellie was more mature, too, after the event that kickstarted the game. Mechanisms are not very different from part 1, with some great additions that were necessary to be present. This game is a must play.… Expand
  35. Metr72rus
    Jul 7, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Отличное продолжение которое шокировало до глубины души... История о бесполезности мести и ее последствиях... О жестокости и бессмыслености войны. А технически это шедевр на 10 из 10. Лебединная песня ноти дог и возможностей пс 4 про! После прохождения пустота внутри на неделю минимум (… Expand
  36. MarquisdeOlivie
    Jul 7, 2020
    9
    Although I have read negativ comments about it before even I have played this game, but now after I just finished it I would say that this is a game that will provide you with adrenaline, emotions and an exciting story.
  37. BurgeGame
    Jul 13, 2020
    9
    Just finished this I was worried going into it about all of the negative things i heard. But wow this game blew me away masterpiece!
  38. Vergil01
    Jul 7, 2020
    9
    Отличная игра. Шлите всех ненавистников ЛГБТ и фемминизма куда подальше. В игре от силы 5 минут подобных моментов, и они меркнут по сравнению с остальной частью игры. Красивая графика, проработанность деталей, не идеальный, но всё же захватывающий сюжет, улучшенный игровой процесс. Местами не совсем удобное управление, но это терпимо. Из-за сюжета и управления не стал ставить 10 баллов. НоОтличная игра. Шлите всех ненавистников ЛГБТ и фемминизма куда подальше. В игре от силы 5 минут подобных моментов, и они меркнут по сравнению с остальной частью игры. Красивая графика, проработанность деталей, не идеальный, но всё же захватывающий сюжет, улучшенный игровой процесс. Местами не совсем удобное управление, но это терпимо. Из-за сюжета и управления не стал ставить 10 баллов. Но всё же, по моему мнению, это одна из самых лучших игр.… Expand
  39. Sp0ck
    Jul 7, 2020
    9
    Game is great. A lot of emotions, unpleasant a lot of the time, by it is a part of experience. Great sequel
  40. Victarionscrack
    Jul 7, 2020
    9
    A must play for everyone that loves deep and bold writing. Excellent, fluid gameplay and impeccable graphics. A true masterpiece can only be this divisive in the trying times we're living in. Loved the first game and loved this one as much.
  41. TimeDrunk
    Jul 8, 2020
    9
    A brutal and evocative game about loss and survival. The graphics and sound are stunning, the A.I and combat in the gameplay have improved from the first game. However, the bold story direction and along with the new characters have caused the game to be very divisive. But, if you have an open mind and can get on board with the direction it takes you, the game is ultimately very rewarding.A brutal and evocative game about loss and survival. The graphics and sound are stunning, the A.I and combat in the gameplay have improved from the first game. However, the bold story direction and along with the new characters have caused the game to be very divisive. But, if you have an open mind and can get on board with the direction it takes you, the game is ultimately very rewarding. It’s not perfect, I did find it overlong in some sections, too much filler when I felt the story needed to move on. Overall, it’s a great game.… Expand
  42. Statioons
    Jul 7, 2020
    9
    It’s not a game that everybody will love, but its still a great game. The story has its downs sometimes, but nothing that will ruin the game experience! An absolutely ps4 must play!
  43. ApeLsiN_ID
    Jul 7, 2020
    9
    Отличная игра, которая никого не оставит равнодушным. Графика, сюжет, персонажи, геймплей - Нил Дракман умеет делать взрослые игры.
  44. Coello
    Jul 7, 2020
    9
    Me parece una apuesta arriesgada sin ninguna intención de fanservice, incomodo a veces , obscuro, desalentador, pero con un mensaje de fondo, con una historia con la que logre conectar y entender lo que quería demostrar, solo con algunos problemas en la forma de contarla que quizá con un cambio en el orden de mostrar los sucesos hubiera sido mas acertada quizá. En lo que a gameplay seMe parece una apuesta arriesgada sin ninguna intención de fanservice, incomodo a veces , obscuro, desalentador, pero con un mensaje de fondo, con una historia con la que logre conectar y entender lo que quería demostrar, solo con algunos problemas en la forma de contarla que quizá con un cambio en el orden de mostrar los sucesos hubiera sido mas acertada quizá. En lo que a gameplay se refiere, se mantiene casi fiel a la obra original con algunos cambios que dan dinamismo y refrescan los enfrentamientos. En apartado técnico es simplemente espectacular, las capturas de movimiento y faciales son abrumadoras, sonido inmersivo que con un 5.1 o audífonos es una experiencia notable, con opciones inclusivas para todo tipo de jugador, en estos apartados sin duda es lo mejor que se ha visto en una ps4. Quitando la polémica este es uno de los mejores juegos de esta generación le guste a quien le guste. NaghtyDog como siempre dejando la vara muy alta!!.
    Mas que recomendarlo es una experiencia que se debe experimentar personalmente, diferente , una montaña rusa de emociones, algo que pocos juegos logran hacer sentir, por eso el amor y odio totalmente entendible...    … Expand
  45. GioMcFly
    Jul 7, 2020
    9
    Despite all the crybabies hating on the game because they didn't like the story, I thought it was amazing, and kept me immersed throughout the entire game. I still prefer the first one, but this is an amazing sequel.
  46. Feglette
    Jul 7, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Loved it. Gameplay was fantastic, graphics amazing, story captivating. Sometimes too repetitive and slow paced (a bit dull) and the ending was awful (but not badly written). I wish, I as a player, could have had more influence on things like killing Nora but I also realise that it was meant to be uncomfortable as it was a part of Ellie's development. Loved little details like the soldiers calling out the names of dead people I kill; their friends.… Expand
  47. OmarCoria
    Jul 7, 2020
    9
    Es un mundo apocalíptico !! Y siempre The Last Of Us es un lugar despiadado, donde cualquiera puede morir y eso lo hace un buen juego muy realista y creíble. Me encanto la temática de venganza. Muy diferente al juego original. Entiendo la parte de Odio hacia este juego por parte de los fans que critican la historia, pero creo que no tiene justificación para nada de ponerle 0, echando a laEs un mundo apocalíptico !! Y siempre The Last Of Us es un lugar despiadado, donde cualquiera puede morir y eso lo hace un buen juego muy realista y creíble. Me encanto la temática de venganza. Muy diferente al juego original. Entiendo la parte de Odio hacia este juego por parte de los fans que critican la historia, pero creo que no tiene justificación para nada de ponerle 0, echando a la basura la Jugabilidad y Arte, es uno de los mejores juegos que eh tenido en mis manos, y soy de esos que compra todos los triple AAA. Un juego pulido los detalles, físicas increíbles, increíbles captures de movimiento y expresiones faciales como no eh visto nunca. Mucha inmersión por movimientos de cámara. Como fotógrafo puedo decir que La Luz es tan sublime y realista que enamora. Lo amo. Con esto digo todo: SI EL JUEGO COSTARA EL DOBLE, LO PAGARIA POR SUPUESTO !! no es un juego perfecto tiene sus errores en cuanto a historia y un poco abusan de cinemáticas pero muy pocos juegos tienen un historia profunda eh interesante como este. Por eso un 9.… Expand
  48. Dominruro01
    Jul 9, 2020
    9
    Anteriormente le di un 8 pero con el tiempo me he ido dando cuenta de que es mejor juego,desde que lo jugué en su lanzamiento e podido pensar un poco más sobre lo que es,no mejora la historia de la primera entrega pero mejora en casi todo en lo técnico y visual se nota muy realista,me gustaría una última entrega que mejore la historia ya contada en este y que me quite el vacío que me dejóAnteriormente le di un 8 pero con el tiempo me he ido dando cuenta de que es mejor juego,desde que lo jugué en su lanzamiento e podido pensar un poco más sobre lo que es,no mejora la historia de la primera entrega pero mejora en casi todo en lo técnico y visual se nota muy realista,me gustaría una última entrega que mejore la historia ya contada en este y que me quite el vacío que me dejó el final… Expand
  49. Balamkike
    Jul 7, 2020
    9
    Es una continuación fiel de el primero, la historia tiene huecos lo que hace que sea difícil entender el final pero una vez analizándolo de una perspectiva menos emocional, es un final digno y abierto a una continuación, si te gustan los juegos con historias inmersivas este es uno que no debe de faltar
  50. nahu261
    Jul 7, 2020
    9
    Es un juego con una calidad técnica en todos los aspectos que te hará alucinar, cuando parecía que los desarrolladores ya le habían exprimido todo el jugo al Playstation viene Naughty Dog y lanza este juego.
    La historia, a mi gusto, la siento en circunstancias floja y poca trabajada... como que por momentos te dices "huy que conveniente para la trama". Le daría al juego un 8,5 de 10.
  51. Thefabiox09
    Jul 7, 2020
    9
    El juego es de lo mejor que salio en esta generación, me encanto el gameplay y los escenarios son de lo mejor.
  52. knowlie
    Jul 13, 2020
    9
    Zero? Really? This game has so many heart-pounding moments, relatable characters, beautiful environs and--finally--the ability to jump. You gave it a zero because of the ending? Or because of the story in general? It's all so similar to Part 1, and The Walking Dead. I got sick of scavenging and having to sit through too many story cinematics but it's still one of the best games of theZero? Really? This game has so many heart-pounding moments, relatable characters, beautiful environs and--finally--the ability to jump. You gave it a zero because of the ending? Or because of the story in general? It's all so similar to Part 1, and The Walking Dead. I got sick of scavenging and having to sit through too many story cinematics but it's still one of the best games of the year. I'd love to know what games you would give a 10 to.… Expand
  53. robinr
    Jul 7, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Amazing game. The visuals are beautiful and the game lets you see trough the eyes of the 2 characters that both suffered trough pain. The game wasn't what I was excepting and I'm glad ND didn't chose for the 'safe route', but instead chose something to think about at the end. Spending the time with companions made the game very interesting like no other game can. I did not liked the 1 on 1 fights sometimes because of the wacky fighting, or the longs before another story scenario but I was willing enough to play trough it because I was very interested in the story.… Expand
  54. Moon44
    Jul 7, 2020
    9
    Currently about 75% through my 2nd playthrough. I won’t spoil anything but I really enjoyed the game. I know there’s been lots of discourse about it but I avoided spoilers before playing and didn’t read any reviews/comments until I finished. I loved the game. I rarely replay games because I always have so many others to play and never enough time to do so. However the second I finished ICurrently about 75% through my 2nd playthrough. I won’t spoil anything but I really enjoyed the game. I know there’s been lots of discourse about it but I avoided spoilers before playing and didn’t read any reviews/comments until I finished. I loved the game. I rarely replay games because I always have so many others to play and never enough time to do so. However the second I finished I wanted to get straight back into it. It’s also not often I buy a game at release let alone preorder. I wait for sales for pretty much everything. I preorder this and did not regret it.
    I love the gameplay and really like trying different ways to take out enemies both human & infected. As well as trying to sneak through whole encounters untouched. Several parts made my heart race and I was trying so hard in real life to hear any little sound or spot movement, especially for stalkers. The game is dark and there’s lots of parts that genuinely pulled at my heartstrings. I hope there’s gonna be dlc or something like that because the ending felt a little missing. I get that not everyone likes the same things in a video game, but I wish people got less upset about someone enjoying something they don’t.
    I like story driven games. I like survival style games. I loved the 1st game. So for me this was a great buy and I would definitely recommend.    … Expand
  55. scrampus
    Jul 7, 2020
    9
    It really is sad to see how far mob mentality will go to destroy something. At worst this game is average, meaning 5/10. Anyone who says otherwise is lying to them selves or hasn't played the game. Although I don't think its a 10/10, it is a solid 8-9/10 for me.
    The graphics are easily 10/10, the voice acting is top notch, the action is violet and messy, the stealth is tense and    It really is sad to see how far mob mentality will go to destroy something. At worst this game is average, meaning 5/10. Anyone who says otherwise is lying to them selves or hasn't played the game. Although I don't think its a 10/10, it is a solid 8-9/10 for me.
    The graphics are easily 10/10, the voice acting is top notch, the action is violet and messy, the stealth is tense and methodical, the infected are creepy and scary. The only reason I am not giving it a 10/10 is because I think character development for secondary characters is pretty weak and the story has weak moments as well. But other than that it's still a good game.    … Expand
  56. GerardSijnstra1
    Jul 7, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I loved this game. It went a completely unexpected turn for me personal. The story was made in a way that you understood the motivation Ellie went through. But also the motivation for the "villain" Abby. Because we had to play as Abby for half of the game. So that when we fought as Abby against Ellie we didnt want to kill Ellie. But at the end when we fought as Ellie against Abby i felt the same way. I didnt want to kill her. And i think that was the intention the makers wanted to achieve. Theres always a different side, with different motivations. And i applaud the fact that Naughty Dog made a sequel that was completely different, and against expectations of what people wanted. Visually this game is the best of the best throughout the whole game. Everything was perfect from the details, the lighting, the sound design, gameplay and so on. And the fact some people hate this game because of gay characters, or someone whose transitioning is something i cant wrap my head around. Its 2020 people!… Expand
  57. Rasec2
    Jul 7, 2020
    9
    El juego es muy bueno en todos los apartados pero hay ciertos aspectos de la historia que no me llegan a convencer del todo eso no significa que la historia sea mala, la historia es buena más no sobresaliente como en los demás aspectos del juego, tmb lo que esta mal fuera del juego es la publicidad engañosa que le dan al juego y se puede entender el fastidio de muchas personas pero elEl juego es muy bueno en todos los apartados pero hay ciertos aspectos de la historia que no me llegan a convencer del todo eso no significa que la historia sea mala, la historia es buena más no sobresaliente como en los demás aspectos del juego, tmb lo que esta mal fuera del juego es la publicidad engañosa que le dan al juego y se puede entender el fastidio de muchas personas pero el juego tampoco es que sea un 0… Expand
  58. User-damn
    Jul 7, 2020
    9
    To the people who review bombed this game, **** you. I respect you opinion if you genuinely dont like the game(if you have played/watched it all the way through), but if you just gave it a zero so you could hop on the hate train, you are very childish. This game imo is NOT a 10/10, and you guys say it ain't a 10 out of 10 either, but it DEFINITELY IS NOT a 0/10. You are very ****ingTo the people who review bombed this game, **** you. I respect you opinion if you genuinely dont like the game(if you have played/watched it all the way through), but if you just gave it a zero so you could hop on the hate train, you are very childish. This game imo is NOT a 10/10, and you guys say it ain't a 10 out of 10 either, but it DEFINITELY IS NOT a 0/10. You are very ****ing retarded and close minded to do that. Especially because this is one of the smoothest running games while looking beautiful and realistic. This game is a 8.5/10 imo though.… Expand
  59. amir_ka021
    Jul 7, 2020
    9
    The last of us part 2 is very good game but not like the last of us 1

    Game play is very cery good ۸.۸/۱۰
  60. Skurrb
    Jul 7, 2020
    9
    Improves on the gameplay from the first. Stealth is harder with new enemies who can track you. Being able to jump, dodge, climb ropes, and go prone adds new variety to combat and exploration. The new player upgrade system lets you customize your playstyle more, and new weapons and crafting recipes are fun. Playing as the antagonist was a fun idea, but it went on for far too long, and noneImproves on the gameplay from the first. Stealth is harder with new enemies who can track you. Being able to jump, dodge, climb ropes, and go prone adds new variety to combat and exploration. The new player upgrade system lets you customize your playstyle more, and new weapons and crafting recipes are fun. Playing as the antagonist was a fun idea, but it went on for far too long, and none of the other characters on her side of the story were very interesting.… Expand
  61. Shandog141
    Jul 7, 2020
    9
    brillant story with the same mechanics but much improved. Very diffrent story but very neccesery in the world of the last of us.
  62. Lopan9976
    Jul 7, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Loved the story. Loved the game play. Loved the world. Loved the sound design and animations. I kept an open mind after the "event" happens and have no problem with the game's message. The pacing could be better in my opinion. Thank you Naughty Dog, hope we get more like this in the future.… Expand
  63. Pototochi1546
    Jul 7, 2020
    9
    Muy buen juego, lo disfrute mucho, puedes ir a sigilo o agresivo, pero lo que no me gusto fue el relleno al ir con abby, hubo enemigos innecesarios y se hacia muy pesado el gameplay
  64. Lunatikogames
    Jul 8, 2020
    9
    No hagas caso a críticas negativas. Es un videojuego con mucho corazón, y se nota en sus detalles. No debería faltar en tu experiencia de juego. Obviamente tiene problemas de ritmo, pero solo eso
    Lo recomiendo ampliamente
  65. Enhancive
    Jul 28, 2020
    9
    Personally one of the best experiences I've had on the PS4. I understand the negative reviews, but I personally love the bleakness. The graphics and acting are top notch, with the gameplay feeling satisfying. The story could have gone in a different direction and I may have liked it more but it was worth every dollar
  66. Javier13
    Jul 7, 2020
    9
    a video game with a great script and a set of strong emotions that make you feel empathy for the villain of the game each one who lived his duel apart and fought his demons. Great game
  67. Nevervail
    Jul 11, 2020
    9
    Beautiful level design, very re-playable level design with endless of ways to go through especially with the human enemies. It's so fun in the few areas where there's a mix of undead and human enemies. Sometimes I would go guns a blaze, fully stealth or a mix of both. Or sow chaos by unleashing the undead and watching how the humans fair. There's so many different nooks and crannies toBeautiful level design, very re-playable level design with endless of ways to go through especially with the human enemies. It's so fun in the few areas where there's a mix of undead and human enemies. Sometimes I would go guns a blaze, fully stealth or a mix of both. Or sow chaos by unleashing the undead and watching how the humans fair. There's so many different nooks and crannies to hide and pivot from, there are endless different routes to complete each "level". Traveling across Seattle is breathtaking at times the graphics even on PS4 slim are amazing.

    The story is heart wrenching, however...In my mind a bit clique and predictable...I'm a little lost myself as to why it is so surprising or disappointing to these negative reviewers. My English school teacher always defined successful art as something that draws emotion from the observer, predictable plot or not for me this game did this in spades. I do not really identify with either main character but they do a great job giving you a look inside their motives and emotions. Your perceptive on the characters shifts multiple times throughout the story, which I found really interesting reflecting on the game after I finished.

    I would really caution you to not believe these people raging on here....the comparisons to the the Last Jedi are honestly hilarious to me. I despise the plot choices in the Last Jedi, so many of them pointless but I loved this game. Were they the plot choices I would have made? Probably not. Were they predictable at times? Yup. But were they interesting and thought provoking at times? Absolutely!

    Half of these these reviews were written before the game was even released. Pros: Overall this was an extremely cinematic game, my favorite bits are really just navigating through the city and admiring the amazing views. Also the level design was top notch, I loved finding all sorts of creative ways to take down in each area. Cons: Predictable Plot. I don't really identify with either the characters at all and by the end I found Ellie a little annoying.

    Overall 9/10 for me. Don't believe these jokers, it's a fantastic game. Worth your time.    … Expand
  68. heckyeahman
    Jul 7, 2020
    9
    The Last of Us Part II has some of the best graphics, gameplay, and voice acting I’ve ever seen. The characters are gritty, realistic, and likeable (no matter how much I wanted to hate some of them). The story is similarly gritty and absolutely gut wrenching to play at times, but it is so, so worth it. Everyone at Naughty Dog gave this game their all, and it shows. This game is an absoluteThe Last of Us Part II has some of the best graphics, gameplay, and voice acting I’ve ever seen. The characters are gritty, realistic, and likeable (no matter how much I wanted to hate some of them). The story is similarly gritty and absolutely gut wrenching to play at times, but it is so, so worth it. Everyone at Naughty Dog gave this game their all, and it shows. This game is an absolute work of art.… Expand
  69. JoeTheHuman
    Jul 7, 2020
    9
    Between the amazing storytelling with so many twists and turns that you literally don't know where it will go, and the intense, violent and solid gameplay, there is very little I personally can fault the Last of Us Part II for.
    It did become a little boring at times, with segments running very long and becoming repetitive. But just as the boredom sets in, you get a second wind with either    Between the amazing storytelling with so many twists and turns that you literally don't know where it will go, and the intense, violent and solid gameplay, there is very little I personally can fault the Last of Us Part II for.
    It did become a little boring at times, with segments running very long and becoming repetitive. But just as the boredom sets in, you get a second wind with either a new interesting infected or a new NPC.

    With all this being said, I do understand why some people do not agree with the decisions made in this game. It will, and have, split the people playing it into so many different categories. The only real way to find out if you will like it or dislike it, is by picking it up and trying it out (either borrowing it from a friend, get it preowned or even support the amazing gameplay developers who struggled to get this game in such an amazing state, by buying the game). The effect of the story is not something that can be described well. You will have to experience it.    … Expand
  70. Jvbest
    Jul 7, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Not the story i expected or wanted, but definitely one of the best games I have ever played.… Expand
  71. cubi_hard
    Jul 7, 2020
    9
    para es un nueve por que tiene unos pequeños errores en la historia y tiene unos bugs, por lo demás es un juego excelente
  72. tomylomy1
    Jul 7, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I understand the negative opinions but if they let themselves be guided by what happens with Joel they will not enjoy this game… Expand
  73. ALKER987
    Jul 7, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Algunas partes de la historia son increíbles y se recuerdan pero otras no son de mucho agrado mecánicas buenas la muerte de Joel a la hora de juego no es muy buena si era necesaria su muerte hubiera sido mejor a la mitad del juego u al final
    El final del juego es aceptable con y bueno    … Expand
  74. kpashopaperro
    Jul 7, 2020
    9
    Buen juego, el mejor que he visto en este año, aunque tiene un pequeño vacío en el final del juego, ya que no se sabe que paso con Ellie, con Dina, con J.J, Si sabemos que Abby llego a su destino, pero la de los otros no, aunque eso no le quita lo bueno al juego, todo lo bueno se baso en las gráficas, la otra parte de la historia, el "Gameplay" En sí, todos los que critican el juego porqueBuen juego, el mejor que he visto en este año, aunque tiene un pequeño vacío en el final del juego, ya que no se sabe que paso con Ellie, con Dina, con J.J, Si sabemos que Abby llego a su destino, pero la de los otros no, aunque eso no le quita lo bueno al juego, todo lo bueno se baso en las gráficas, la otra parte de la historia, el "Gameplay" En sí, todos los que critican el juego porque murió Joel, [Que son la mayoría] , no saben bien que el mundo de the last of us es cruel, cualquiera puede morir, y eso le da un toque realista, ya que cualquiera en este mundo muere de forma normal, muy pocos mueren siendo héroes, siendo soldados, etcetera... Claro, Esta es la idea de Neil, la cual la apoyo, ya que se metió en la cabeza que el juego sera realista, y así fue, gracias a que eso paso, obviamente mucha gente no le gusta porque ellos quieren hacer lo que digan ellos, no sus creadores y demás personas que se esmeraron, tampoco ningún juego es perfecto, claramente le vi algún que otro "bugsito", y algún que otra animación fallida, Como todo juego....
    Pero para mi es un juego con una historia sincera, pura, y de mucho odio y amor.
    Me gusto todo en general, claramente menos la parte del final porque me dejo con varias dudas, pero esta muy bien en general todo, Ojala que haya una parte 3, Lo ansio mucho.    … Expand
  75. FrankCruz90
    Jul 7, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Puede o no gustarte el juego. Eso dependerá de tu criterio de como disfrutas el juego. En mi caso me encantó porque hubo de todo: muertes inesperadas, sed de venganza, sorpresas desagradables, un final amargo... Gráficos extraordinarios que pareciera no pedirle nada a la PS5. Me falla la música, ya que esperaba algo más melodioso que sonidos de fondo en momentos tensos. Pero aún así está bien logrado. Hay tanto que comentar, pero en resumen: Extraordinario.… Expand
  76. Loogyturtle
    Jul 7, 2020
    9
    Absolutely in love with this game. It did its job, makes you think about everyones different perspectives and puts you through emotional turmoil. I can't stop thinking about it, it's different routes, decisions, what everyone has to go through, ect. That's what a brilliant game does, makes you think, and feel.
  77. yes_nazarov
    Jul 7, 2020
    9
    Не разделяю шумихи о том, что слабый сюжет и геймплей, ЛГБТ-тематика излишняя в игре...
    27 часов.
    Где-то хотелось выключить, где-то хотелось бросить геймпад в стену, где-то хотелось заплакать...
  78. Cjwagner
    Jul 7, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. People like to hate on this game cause everyone else is, and they do nothing but compare it to it's predecessor. However, looking at this game from a different point of view shows just how amazing it is. Certain elements of the story like Joel's death can ruin some people run if they don't see past it and understand why it happened. I think the point of the game is just that, to move on from the past, and to forgive. In one of the last scenes of the game Ellie says she doesn't think she can forgive Joel but she can try. In the end I feel she does this by forgiving Abby, or at the very least letting her go. This game has a very sound story and is easily one of my favorite games of all time. I just wish other people saw it as I do. But everyone is entitled to their opinion.… Expand
  79. redpowah
    Jul 8, 2020
    9
    Gameplay is awesome, the story and characters are amazing, just like Part 1 you wont forget this story, and its certainly still on my mind. But 9/10 because I just like heroic/saved the day/happily ever after type of endings in a game and while that is kind of the ending, its not the feeling I had at the end.
  80. cydogamer
    Jul 8, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Great game. I really loved the story and I like the way they make you empathise with the characters to make you face hard situations later. As a bad thing, I think it is needlessly too long, they could have deleted some parts easily which were less relevant, and the last hours became to me a little bit tedious, but seeing how the story ends after being playing all these hours I got satisfied.

    In my opinion, it doesn't deserve too much hate, but I admit Naughty Dog probably risked too much in some parts that could have some players got angry about it. Anyway, they advised it was going to be different and would take the player into hard feelings or decisions, and for me they succeed in it and it was a great experience to me!    … Expand
  81. Kultakala
    Jul 8, 2020
    9
    Don't leave this game in the shelf just because people are aggresively advocating against this game. It just proves the game succeded in its mission of creating large emotional reactions in players.

    I feel like people that have not actually experienced grief or loss in their lifes hate this game for giving that emotion to them for the firdt time
  82. kosmiso
    Jul 8, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Let me start with the easy stuff... the Graphics. Literally I can't expect the PS4, a console from the old-world to able to handle such beautiful graphics. I played the game in a PS4 Pro and the game run smoothly. The grass, the sea and oh my god the facial expressions. I am not an expert on sound/music/soundfx so I won't vote for that... although A-ha's Take on Me was a beautiful addition to the game. Now the story... nah not yet let's talk about the GAMEPLAY. I see people complain about the AI... well I don't agree. Movements are unpredictable and if you play in stealth all the time you can actual feel the thrill and the horror while you pass enemies undetected. Alternatively, you can try your luck with your one pistol bullet and your two arrows. Enemies will attack you from the most unexpected angles, if someone is shooting at you from a close distance you won't be able to reach him, and the big guys require two headshots (??) oops... not very realistic but let's play the ‘it’s just a game’ card. Now the let’s discuss the story. I believe most people don't have Sympathy for Lady Vengeance (2005). The good guy, father figure Joel dies... well let’s face it he was a piece of sh1t for some others, doomed humanity and he was a killer. He was a survivor and naughty dog had the guts to remove his plot armour because sometimes you can't be too careful and sometimes you die. He did his worst, he tried his best, now it's time for him to rest. Whoever is reading this review I would like you to know that I loved the Joel character and if I was him I would probably followed the same road of decisions... doesn't mean I/he was right. But let's don't talk about Joel anymore as he is not the main character. Ellie - is this the little girl from the first last of us? Not really. Ellie doesn't want to be left alone, Ellie cares for her friends. When I was five, I liked carrots, today I f hate them. People change and as the French say revenge is a dish best served cold. It's a meaningless path that consumes the little left of humanity left in you. Abbie did the same thing when all her friends were killed - the reason they died wasn't because of Ellie it was for Abbie's need of revenge and damn, it costed. Both characters did terrible things, in the end, they’ve decided that revenge was meaningless… and it was too late. They lost everything. How can you hate a story like that? The simple answer is that you wanted a happy ending, ending with closure and a righteous main character that never makes mistakes. I can accept that but don’t call the story terrible. Say something like ‘Not quite my tempo’ – Whiplash (2014)… Expand
  83. Korraahhh
    Jul 8, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Many people are mad at this game because they killed off joel in a unceremonious way. I don't understand why. People forget that joel did some bery horrible things.(like killing innocent nurses begging for their lives)
    Everyone who is really mad at the game didn't learn from the game. If ellie killed abby in the end she would end up being a character with no growth or redeemable qualities. Ellie's actions had she lost the only person who still loved herconsequences and by not learning her first time she is left with nothing.


    PEOPLE ARE MAD BECAUSE GAY PEOPLE AND A WOMAN IS BUFF IN THIS GAME    … Expand
  84. kai-el
    Aug 26, 2021
    9
    8.5/10
    I don't personally like the story structure, but otherwise it's a very good game
  85. Efeates
    Jul 10, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A really good game Joel's death wouldn't have had much impact when the logical Dina or Tommy died, and at the end of the game, Tommy did not speak to fifty, Abby lost his friends, lost fifty a few fingers, and Dina went

    my English bad ı know :D    … Expand
  86. Zmud
    Jul 29, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Ребята ,прошел игру,в конце чуть ли не плакал
    Те кто хейтит игру из-за смерти Джоэла ,уверен даже не играли в нее ,этот шедевр надо прочувствовать
    Когда в конце вы сойдетесь с мыслю,что Эбби можно понять
    Геймплей 10/10 ,но много врагов на одно лицо Ставлю 9/10, naughty dog спасибо за игру    … Expand
  87. candyg0103
    Jul 8, 2020
    9
    This game is really good. It is a well-made sequel. I am not even convinced you have to play the first game to enjoy this.

    The Good: Story and writing is well done Amazing voice actors Positive minority representation, if that matters to you. Smooth controls and gameplay mechanics. It is worth multiple playthroughs, not necessarily for the story, but because you are likely to miss    This game is really good. It is a well-made sequel. I am not even convinced you have to play the first game to enjoy this.

    The Good:
    Story and writing is well done
    Amazing voice actors
    Positive minority representation, if that matters to you.
    Smooth controls and gameplay mechanics.
    It is worth multiple playthroughs, not necessarily for the story, but because you are likely to miss some bits and pieces of the game that can enhance the experience.
    The ... Bad?
    For people who have a hard time with violence, this really is not the game for you.
    Some of the gameplay can feel a bit slow.
    And, despite what I just said, I feel that the ending section of the game was rushed.

    Also, a personal plus, the game REALLY get under the skin of some very specific types of people. So that is a positive on a personal level for me.    … Expand
  88. Winniesun
    Jul 8, 2020
    9
    It is really sad how some people mix the feelings a game purpously makes them feel with the overall quality and value it posses.

    The last of us part II is definetely a product of extreme effort not only when it comes to graphics and gameplay, but also storywise. It all makes sense. It is apocalypse. You are not getting roses and unicorns - you are getting death. With that said the game is    It is really sad how some people mix the feelings a game purpously makes them feel with the overall quality and value it posses.

    The last of us part II is definetely a product of extreme effort not only when it comes to graphics and gameplay, but also storywise. It all makes sense. It is apocalypse. You are not getting roses and unicorns - you are getting death. With that said the game is much darker than its predecessor, but I liked that. I liked it because it is much, much more realistic. Just as any human being grows up with time as a slightly different person, a good game, book or movie should always strive to achieve the same. If you expect a fun apocalypse game that will keep you close and comfortable around your favourite characters(as the first one did) , this game might make you a little bit sad.

    If you expect a high quality, realistic product - the kind that comes out only once every couple of years, then The Last Of Us Part II is worth the money and the time.    … Expand
  89. Skaen
    Jul 8, 2020
    9
    J'ai sincèrement de la peine pour ceux qui sont passés à côté de ce bijou du 10e art mais c'était inévitable. Naughty Dog a abordé un thème délicat et a pris de gros risques, moi j'ai énormément apprécié ça mais on a pas tous les tripes pour l'encaisser, c'est normal.

    Au moins les haters restent dans le thème du jeu !
  90. DanielXT1021
    Jul 8, 2020
    9
    Es un Juego con Un grandes apartados sonoros, Técnico y desde Luego Uno de los mejores títulos en gráfico de ps4.
    es un juego cuidado al detalle, Pero Tiene una historia no agradable para algunos Por ejemplo a mi me dejo con un gusto extraño
  91. Mazooma
    Jul 8, 2020
    9
    Absolutely phenomenal, a gaming experience I won’t be able to forget anytime soon. Naughty Dog absolutely took some risks with this game and honestly, not all of them pay off for me. Having said that, the vast majority of the story beats resonated with me and the game is pretty close to perfection. The gameplay is fluid and fun to play, the soundtrack is beyond fantastic, and the story isAbsolutely phenomenal, a gaming experience I won’t be able to forget anytime soon. Naughty Dog absolutely took some risks with this game and honestly, not all of them pay off for me. Having said that, the vast majority of the story beats resonated with me and the game is pretty close to perfection. The gameplay is fluid and fun to play, the soundtrack is beyond fantastic, and the story is heartfelt and touching. To get the most out of this game you’re going to have to be able to empathise with people you don’t necessarily agree with, something that many gamers seem be having trouble with. If you’ve heard certain spoilers and are passing up on the game just because of them, please, please please just play it for yourself. Don’t let your opinion be decided by angry strangers on the internet.… Expand
  92. Paskry
    Jul 8, 2020
    9
    It is an amazing game, gameplay, animations, history. It's too long for me. That is the reason for not 10/10
  93. Tehvitan
    Jul 11, 2020
    9
    It's clear that there are strong emotions internal and external to this game. A lot of the storytelling is brutal, and players are made to engage in actions and decisions that they may not agree with. However, I think the story is beautifully crafted with care and thought, is ambitious in scope and substance, and is an eminently worthy sequel to the original. [Link omitted per site policy]
  94. Scave
    Jul 8, 2020
    9
    Ignore the worthless user score, as it only really serves as an indication of just how self-entitled and toxic the gaming community can be. It's a constant problem with sequels when developers radically change the narrative instead of just delivering More Of The Same Part 2. The story is both poignant and gripping and the action is tense and compelling. Difficulty can be incrediblyIgnore the worthless user score, as it only really serves as an indication of just how self-entitled and toxic the gaming community can be. It's a constant problem with sequels when developers radically change the narrative instead of just delivering More Of The Same Part 2. The story is both poignant and gripping and the action is tense and compelling. Difficulty can be incredibly frustrating in certain fights, but overall a classic game.… Expand
  95. Vergi
    Jul 8, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I mean... game is amazing, emotional background it provides for some parts of it is impeccable, but I completely don’t understand why they made us feel sorry and help a character that killed someone so beloved by us. Loved the fact that they made back story to why she’s done that, but still can’t feel sorry for a character that did that to us. Most certainly can’t try to help her. I mean Abby is like that one kid in school that nobody likes for a bloody good reason, but teacher still tells you to hang out with her instead of you good friends. Just no... please!… Expand
  96. Ch00k
    Jul 8, 2020
    9
    This is a perfect story devoid of the usual bias of five star games. I love the idea that you have to play to understand a character's point of view. Please allow this game to drive your understanding and 'feel' for the game. TLOU2 is alive. It isn't a stagnant view from someone else, rather, it is perfectly paced as it allows the player to male their own understandings of the story arcThis is a perfect story devoid of the usual bias of five star games. I love the idea that you have to play to understand a character's point of view. Please allow this game to drive your understanding and 'feel' for the game. TLOU2 is alive. It isn't a stagnant view from someone else, rather, it is perfectly paced as it allows the player to male their own understandings of the story arc the basis of what happens next. Despite myself, I loved this storyline.… Expand
  97. Remiso
    Jul 8, 2020
    9
    Я понимаю почему бомбят некоторые фанаты, т.к. Дракман заставил вас делать то, чего вы не хотели, однако лично мне игра подарила незабываемые эмоции, геймплей отличный и интересный, сюжет - за всем в игре надо внимательно следить и тогда у вас будет нужный эффект (и обязательно пройти первую часть перед второй), а внимание к деталям поражает. Отличная игра!Я понимаю почему бомбят некоторые фанаты, т.к. Дракман заставил вас делать то, чего вы не хотели, однако лично мне игра подарила незабываемые эмоции, геймплей отличный и интересный, сюжет - за всем в игре надо внимательно следить и тогда у вас будет нужный эффект (и обязательно пройти первую часть перед второй), а внимание к деталям поражает. Отличная игра!
  98. GilSimcha
    Jul 8, 2020
    9
    Initially thought this was a 7,then i let it sit for a while and got to really appreciate the ending,and i feel empty inside after it but i also feel the story is complete,whole,if the leaks didn't happen i don't think that'll be so much backlash like it had
  99. SakLongKa
    Jul 8, 2020
    9
    I used to be one of the haters. But I finished the game yesterday, I understood the message behind the game. So I changed my mind and rate it 9. I think the game doesn't deserve the 0 Bombing. Especially the 0 from the one who rated crackdown3 10. The review bombing is nearly over and people finished the game which improves a lot to the score. To bad those can't be deleted even thoughI used to be one of the haters. But I finished the game yesterday, I understood the message behind the game. So I changed my mind and rate it 9. I think the game doesn't deserve the 0 Bombing. Especially the 0 from the one who rated crackdown3 10. The review bombing is nearly over and people finished the game which improves a lot to the score. To bad those can't be deleted even though those reviews are not true. Hopefully, this incident won't happen again, no game deserves to suffer these spoilers and damage.… Expand
  100. Alis007prime
    Jul 8, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Best Emotional game..that will mess you up..
    Its a twisted insight for the human nature.    … Expand
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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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