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  1. Jul 2, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. So l saw the leaks and for me the game was ruined and hated Neil druckmaan but once it came out my friends were saying it was a good game so l decided to try it for myself and l gotta say l wasn't disappointed, the games was full of anxitey moments and you didn't know what was gonna happen like the scene where Ellie gets ambushed in the theater but there was some bad writing mainly which is Joel's death
    I feel like that coulve been done better like him sacrificing himself for Ellie that would've been more emotional
    And as for the ending, it was depressing and unexpected and hitting you in many ways
    The graphics are the best same for the lighting and the blood and gore
    So that's why it is a 9 for me
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  2. Jul 2, 2020
    3
    This game fails as a sequel and as a stand alone title. The story is generic even without comparing it to the first game. The characters lack depth and are much more one note. The gameplay and music are ok but in a game as story driven as this the weak characters and basic story drag it down severely. Many times I found myself asking why would the developers choose to do this or thatThis game fails as a sequel and as a stand alone title. The story is generic even without comparing it to the first game. The characters lack depth and are much more one note. The gameplay and music are ok but in a game as story driven as this the weak characters and basic story drag it down severely. Many times I found myself asking why would the developers choose to do this or that through my 2 play through of the game. Overall this game is a disappointment as a sequel and lack luster as a stand alone game. I advise waiting till it goes on sale for $30 or less before purchasing. Expand
  3. Jul 3, 2020
    10
    Игра суперская, и ЛГБТ ПОВЕСТОК за всю игру было очень мало.
  4. Jul 5, 2020
    0
    infamous story.Disappointment.Neil,you will never be a kojima.I am very angry
  5. Jul 5, 2020
    3
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Fell way short of what it could have been by killing Joel as brutally as they did so early on. Also, trying to force the player to empathise with Abby by playing as her for so long just makes us hate her and the devs more. It completely takes away player control... just like when we were forced to watch Joel's murder through the eyes of a helpless Ellie. Playing as Abby strips the player of any agency in the whole bloody sh*tsh*w of a game. We just take a backseat as boring, forgettable characters die like flies. When the game forces us to make morally reprehensible contributions to these characters deaths, it then delights in chastising us later because ReVeNgE iS bAd. The other main feature of TLOU2 is love triangles that don't add anything to the game. The sheer amount of focus given to these in the game's narrative feels out of place against the backdrop of an apocalypse, especially given neither is concluded before - you guessed it - one or more constituents of those pathetic triangles are killed. Throw all of this together with a convoluted and anti climatic ending, and you have TLOU2. Expand
  6. Jul 5, 2020
    1
    Nice graphics but awful story, I’m ok with Elly to be gay, but the story if is boring as hell, I’m sorry that I wasted so much time on this game...
  7. Jul 8, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A haunting video game experience. Do you ever walked in to abandoned old house? The floor is creeaking as you walk in. The wind is howling and the the bleak sun light is touches through the window. This is how I feel playing the game. Despite some of the most adrenaline inducing combat scenes you encounter. This game still has a soul. And it invites player for a journey. A journey of your soul. Deep in to your mind, your past and future. Without going in too much detail. This game during the all playtime will change gears. And you have to uube prepared. Some motivations of different characters, story bits, even gameplay sections you may not like. Make sense at the end. So only one thing left for you is tiny hope, like that bleak sunlight in the old abandoned house. Expand
  8. Jul 7, 2020
    10
    Um dos melhores jogos que eu ja joguei, e um final totalmente coerente com a historia mostrada, que jogo sensacional,parabens a Naughty Dog, voces são fodas.
  9. Jul 6, 2020
    3
    Thanks, I hate it. Naughty Dog was a favorite game developer of mine for a long time but I feel like my trust in them has been shattered. I feel that they delivered nothing but false hope, lies, and political propaganda instead of a good, playable game. Thanks, but no thanks. I'll give my money to Rockstar and Square Enix from now on.
  10. Jul 6, 2020
    1
    I threw my money, thanks for the orc-like main character. The only thing that is good in the game its graphics.
  11. Jul 6, 2020
    10
    The best story game I ever played. I don't understand what others have to complain about in the story. I think everything was understandable and exciting. Cheers
  12. Jul 6, 2020
    10
    great gameplay,great graphics, and great everythings ,i love this game very much
  13. Jul 20, 2020
    10
    Well it didn't suck The game was a emotional rollercoaster from wanting to Abby burn in hell . To the end where u are just screaming stop fighting.
    Gameplay 10, visuals 10 , story 9.5 (for obvious reasons).
  14. 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
  15. Jul 10, 2020
    3
    This game should've could've would've been better. But they decided to make it the worst way ever. It sickens me to see or think about the plot, they got what they want. And definitely will be remembered for a long time in game history.
  16. Jul 10, 2020
    4
    The Last of Us 2 for me is a disappointment. The graphics and combat are great, but the story is almost nonexisten. Also, there is very poor character development for Ellie and her friends. Unless you really enjoyed the Last of Us 1, I would not recommend Last of Us 2 at a price higher than $20. Compared to Last of Us 1, I am very disappointed. I give Last of Us 2 a 4/10 because I slightlyThe Last of Us 2 for me is a disappointment. The graphics and combat are great, but the story is almost nonexisten. Also, there is very poor character development for Ellie and her friends. Unless you really enjoyed the Last of Us 1, I would not recommend Last of Us 2 at a price higher than $20. Compared to Last of Us 1, I am very disappointed. I give Last of Us 2 a 4/10 because I slightly dislike my experience while playing the game. Expand
  17. Jul 15, 2020
    0
    This game isn't fun. It's pushing a political agenda at you at all times and it's completely distracting. And as a story-based game, if the story is terrible, then what's left? Give this a pass, I regret putting money and time into this game.
  18. Nov 20, 2020
    10
    Oyun Kötü değil oyundaki son saatler ve abby ile oynamak biraz saçma olabilir bence senaryosunu çok beğenmedim ama çok kötü de değil Ama puan verecek olursam on üzerinden dokuz veririm
  19. Jul 24, 2020
    0
    If you see anyone unbiased reviewing it you'll know how many of the flaws these stupid journos ignored all the flaws.

    They'll use "review-bombing" as a crutch when they can't refute the legitimate arguments or they'll just call you a fcking homophone because you know thats completely logical
  20. Jul 21, 2020
    2
    Girl is killing girls(extremely realistic, sounds). High quality world. Predictable locations of enemies.
  21. Jul 22, 2020
    2
    I’ve never played a sequel to a game then made up a new head canon where said sequel never existed. Save your money and play something else.
  22. Jul 24, 2020
    2
    Graphically, it’s amazing but the story is trash and the mechanics are dated and not fun.
  23. May 7, 2021
    0
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  24. Aug 6, 2020
    2
    This game’s **** every part of it (except the graphics) there isn’t anything else to say but that its ****
  25. Aug 7, 2020
    4
    This game and the way they treated the story is a joke.
    Gameplay and graphics are the only +.
  26. Nov 24, 2020
    0
    This game went woke and will probably be the last of it, as no one wants a part 3 after they **** over this it's fans they way they did.
  27. Aug 10, 2020
    1
    If you want to play this pos, wait for price to drop to 5$. AT 5$ you Will not be ripped off.
  28. Aug 18, 2020
    0
    They fortgot to make a good story while pushing a political agenda. Too bad.
  29. Aug 19, 2020
    4
    The Last of Us Part 2 tries to be Game of Thrones with all the Character Killing but does not even give the chance to redeem them or even give their deaths meaning. If you are a fan of the first one, this is a pass. Ignore this ever happened. If you haven't then maybe give it a try. Nothing else to say really...
  30. Aug 25, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Jogo fodaaa muito bom!
    Merece levar o goty com certeza melhor jogo da história !
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  31. Apr 10, 2022
    10
    This game is a masterpiece. It is one of the best games ever made . This story is fantastic and with the graphics that game has can make you love this from start to finish . This game changed my life because the message that this game can share you is very useful and smart . I totally recommend it . The game shows you both sides and essentially tells you that the ones you supported mayThis game is a masterpiece. It is one of the best games ever made . This story is fantastic and with the graphics that game has can make you love this from start to finish . This game changed my life because the message that this game can share you is very useful and smart . I totally recommend it . The game shows you both sides and essentially tells you that the ones you supported may have been the bad guys. The game disputes many things. Now we saw the real the last of us and of course it is better than the previous one without wanting to reduce the previous one which is also a perfect game. Expand
  32. Jul 2, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. When I realized that I was going to play with Abby in a non-flashback fashion, I just rolled my eyes so hard. Even Gustavo Santaolalla's music is one of his weakest work. If I heard the music outside the game, I wouldn't know it was from The Last of Us 2. Expand
  33. Jun 30, 2020
    9
    The people rating this game so low have clearly never even played it. After 30+ hours and the story completed, I can safely say this is one of the greatest games I’ve ever played and easily amongst the best on this generation of console.
  34. Jun 26, 2020
    3
    Pros: Stunning visuals, pretty decent gameplay (more fluid than TLOU)
    Cons: Poor story, poor dialogue, too much Abby, Joel is a shell of his former self, Ellie lacks personality compared to TLOU, too many collectibles (especially notes).
    Owen voice actor is very poor (seriously, why was the name Owen chosen for a character?) and dialogue only contributed to how bland he is. Dina had
    Pros: Stunning visuals, pretty decent gameplay (more fluid than TLOU)
    Cons: Poor story, poor dialogue, too much Abby, Joel is a shell of his former self, Ellie lacks personality compared to TLOU, too many collectibles (especially notes).
    Owen voice actor is very poor (seriously, why was the name Owen chosen for a character?) and dialogue only contributed to how bland he is.
    Dina had nothing humorous or original to say. Come to think of it, most of the characters had nothing unique, contemplative, funny, or interesting to say.
    I wish I hadn’t bought this game so early. Naughty Dog will not get my money ever again.
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  35. Jun 19, 2020
    0
    Seriously no explanation needed for this low score. They ruined the franchise.
  36. Jun 29, 2020
    1
    It breaks my heart to write this, but I really did not expect such a poor story after all these years of waiting. While there were a few genuinely good moments, majority of game filled up with plot holes. It just took elements of what worked for the first game without understanding what made them compelling. It seems like this game was done by other studio, but its not!!. The basic… Expand
  37. Jun 19, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Another game ruined by political correctness.
    They bait and switched in one of the trailers making you believe with Joel being replaced by another character.
    And don't even get me started on the nonsensical murder of Joel, which clearly comes from a delusional developer that hated the character so bad to the point of self inserting himself in the game just to spit on Joel's dead body. Yes, I'm talking about Neil Druckmann.
    Abby is an unlikable character in which I'm forced to play during a big part of the game. It was so tedious, boring and uninspiring.

    And what about Ellie, all that thirst for revenge just disappears at the end when she decided to spare Abby, even if it costed her some of her friends and two of her fingers. Absolutely ridiculous.

    There's so much political correctness and a clear agenda of his creator trying to pander to minorities and liberals.


    Also, there's no multiplayer either. What were they thinking

    All these years for nothing, what an total disappointment. Such and unforgettable experience. I'm never supporting Naughty Dog or anything made by this hack of a developer ever again.

    This game is absolutely vile and unnecessary.
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  38. Oct 31, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The greatest game to grace the PS4. Period.

    Most visually striking game outside PC. Combat is better than original, adding dodge, jump, and prone. Dialogue, music, and story all build on and improve on TLOU.

    Don't let all the butthurt snowflakes deter you. It's a masterpiece plain and simple. If only it were the other way around and Ellie died and Joel got revenge for her, then all these self-loathing women-hating basement-dwellers would be prematurely cumming on their waifus.
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  39. Jul 9, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Excellent game. I do believe it was somewhat long winded but ultimately worth it. Incredibly emotionally taxing. Honestly my biggest gripe was Abby using shivs, always hated that mechanic. Expand
  40. Sep 4, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I've never had a game challenge my desire to move forward more and yet keep me engaged wanting more at the same time. I found myself dreading moving forward because of the character's decisions that I know are not morally right, but I get it and move forward. The entire game is about the revolving circle of revenge and how nobody wins when seeking revenge.

    My biggest gripe with the game was the super slow beginning, but once the big change happens in the story when you get a new POV, is when the game really picks up.

    I found myself liking the Abby character and her story, here internal moral dilemmas, and her external moral dilemmas, more than Ellie's, which I think has turned a lot of people off of the game, but refused to even give the game a chance to make you care about the new characters.

    As for people who are being transphobic because of the inclusion of a Trans Character, the story doesn't even try to ram anything down your throat, but it does give a glimpse at someone's struggle as a trans person. But if you want to deprive yourself of this great story because you're worried about your transphobia, your really doing yourself a disservice, but you probably don't deserve this experiance.
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  41. Oct 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Finally played this and finished it. The is considerably better than the first one. No idea why it got hate, it’s one of the best games on the PS4 (maybe the best). Possibly people don’t like non-cookie cutter stories but this felt more real than anything the first one ever did. In the end you’re supposed to be left seeing that there’s always another side to the story and people/things aren’t just black and white, or good and evil. And sometimes things don’t just get wrapped up in a little bow for you. Especially in a world as grim as the one in the game. The game played this all out beautifully. Beyond that, the gameplay, mechanics, etc were also a lot better and more enjoyable. 10/10. Expand
  42. Jun 19, 2020
    0
    How comes M Rated Japanese developed PS4 games released in Western regions are subject to harsher censorship rules while this M rated Western developed PS4 game gets a free pass showing realistic sex and nudity? This is clearly double standards by Sony for allowing this to happen on their console. You can't have different censorship rules for different developers, that's discrimination andHow comes M Rated Japanese developed PS4 games released in Western regions are subject to harsher censorship rules while this M rated Western developed PS4 game gets a free pass showing realistic sex and nudity? This is clearly double standards by Sony for allowing this to happen on their console. You can't have different censorship rules for different developers, that's discrimination and wrong. Why isn't this getting more attention by journalists and reviewers who praise this game for tackling difficult social issues? Expand
  43. Jun 19, 2020
    1
    A that game killed the first in a very disrespectful way... Terrible story with characters, boring pace, terrrible AI which remind me of some hipster emotional low budget drama movie. A bigger disaster than 2020 with this whole pandemic going around. Don't waste your money
  44. Jul 5, 2020
    10
    I didn't know what I was expecting with the last of us 2. But holy mackerel this is a raw ride with very big emotional swings. You'll laugh, you'll cry, you'll be impressed by a lot of bold decisions. I really like the risks in story telling, and the story. You don't always get to pick the way a story plays out as much as you'd like it to. Well done naughty dog, you took risks and I'm gladI didn't know what I was expecting with the last of us 2. But holy mackerel this is a raw ride with very big emotional swings. You'll laugh, you'll cry, you'll be impressed by a lot of bold decisions. I really like the risks in story telling, and the story. You don't always get to pick the way a story plays out as much as you'd like it to. Well done naughty dog, you took risks and I'm glad you did. 10 outta 10! Expand
  45. Jun 29, 2020
    10
    This is the best story-based game I ever played. During gameplay I felt emotionally invested, absolutely mesmerised by character building and story twisting. DO NOT LISTEN TO BAD OPINIONS - you can feel conservative butthurt from miles away from negative grades here, especially from people that spent couple of hours on the game and then threw up their precious opinion here.
  46. Jun 23, 2020
    1
    It's weird seeing the critics scores so high compared to users. Unfortunatley many critics can be bought off, and try to trick us into purchasing a bad game. I think if Naughty Dogs whole purpose was to subvert our expectations, then I think they were successful. But besides subverting our expectations, they should be putting out a good game. Unfortunately if you were a fan of the firstIt's weird seeing the critics scores so high compared to users. Unfortunatley many critics can be bought off, and try to trick us into purchasing a bad game. I think if Naughty Dogs whole purpose was to subvert our expectations, then I think they were successful. But besides subverting our expectations, they should be putting out a good game. Unfortunately if you were a fan of the first story, the second story isn't for you - it's for a specific subset of people and mostly unenjoyable. Maybe they could make it up with gameplay? No, it plays like a game that came out 10 years ago compared to other modern games. I wish Naughty Dog would have just made a part 2, rather than an agenda filled mess. Please pass on this game and don't give them motivation to do this again. Expand
  47. Jun 29, 2020
    10
    A fantastic, high quality piece of entertainment. The gameplay feels slick (tense, but fun), the visuals and audio are top notch, the characters feel believable and the story is gripping right to the end. The review bombing for this game is unwarranted, as most give it '0' simply because they didn't like the story, or haven't even finished the game. There are controversial narrativeA fantastic, high quality piece of entertainment. The gameplay feels slick (tense, but fun), the visuals and audio are top notch, the characters feel believable and the story is gripping right to the end. The review bombing for this game is unwarranted, as most give it '0' simply because they didn't like the story, or haven't even finished the game. There are controversial narrative choices sure, but the experience is better for it.

    This is no hero game. There is no 'good vs evil'. It's about humanity in its most desperate of times and what people are capable of doing when pushed to their limits with their emotions and minds. Outside of the marmite story, the rest of the game is at the top of its class in all other areas, so giving it a low score because of the story feels like a disservice to all of the hard work the developers have put in to create such a wonderful masterpiece of a world that feels eerily real.

    I for one LOVED the story. Without spoiling anything, the game takes an interesting narrative direction during the game, which I have seen no other game do and while some people don't like this, I think it's brilliant. It really makes you focus on the core themes the story is dealing with and makes you question your own morality.
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  48. Jun 19, 2020
    0
    This "game" is wrong in so many levels its impossible to name them all - its not a game is on the top. Its just one long animated sequence of a extremelly dull and shallow story. I dont understand how such discrepancy between the objective qualities and reviews could have happened... Seriously DONT BUY THIS GAME. If you dont believe its so bad, just rent it. Dp
  49. Jul 2, 2020
    2
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I really did not like this game. Sure it's beautiful and the animations were the best in the business. But it felt as hallow, and dumb as a blockbuster action movie. They really tried to replace Joel with Abby and it did not land with me. I really disliked more then half of this game. It was very difficult to push though to complete and left me wishing I hadn't played it. The first is the only game I recognize. Expand
  50. Jul 21, 2020
    3
    My review is 3/10

    Scored 3 for the greate (Animation, graphics, sound) Story is 0/10 ? is about revenage. First game, had master piece of script. Make the gamer wants to come back again and again to play the game. Even most of gamers cried at end of the game this is how good quality the script was. Second game, instead of the writer expand on the world, virus, cure gangs fight
    My review is 3/10

    Scored 3 for the greate (Animation, graphics, sound)

    Story is 0/10 ? is about revenage.

    First game, had master piece of script. Make the gamer wants to come back again and again to play the game. Even most of gamers cried at end of the game this is how good quality the script was.

    Second game, instead of the writer expand on the world, virus, cure gangs fight for the cure and maybe add elemtns of suprise to it.

    The stroy writer made a story which we have seen before a million times. You killed my dady, I will kill you (Revenge) The END.

    As AJS said, You **** it up.
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  51. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    A game has never made me feel this way. You've got to play it to understand.

    It's executed incredibly.
  52. Sep 19, 2020
    10
    В этот раз сценаристы Naughty dog проделали замечательную работа. Самый сильный сюжет со времён первого Uncharted (в более старые игры студии я не играл). Мне понравилось то, насколько злой и циничной получилась история, от некоторых действий персонажей появлялись мурашки на коже, но также и было понимание, что так и есть на самом деле, люди именно такие.
    Игровой процесс со времён прошлой
    В этот раз сценаристы Naughty dog проделали замечательную работа. Самый сильный сюжет со времён первого Uncharted (в более старые игры студии я не играл). Мне понравилось то, насколько злой и циничной получилась история, от некоторых действий персонажей появлялись мурашки на коже, но также и было понимание, что так и есть на самом деле, люди именно такие.
    Игровой процесс со времён прошлой игры серии не претерпел сильных изменений, хоть и был сильно улучшен. Хотелось бы отметить группу одаренных людей, которые поставили нули в день выхода игры просто потому, что в игре присутствуют представители LGBTQ+-сообщества. А также тех, кто угрожал актрисе, которая исполнила роль Эбби. Становится стыдно за этих людей, за их слова и действия. Не к такому современное цивилизованное общество должно стремиться.

    В заключении хочу сказать, что мне очень понравилась данная игра, с удовольствием пройду её ещё раз вместе с первой частью.
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  53. Jul 2, 2020
    10
    A cool game that asks you to understand different people's motivations through the switching of player perspective. I usually hate modern stealth games but the mechanics here are pretty good and doing challenge runs has been very fun and rewarding. I also normally dislike linear games but the story is about characters that exhibit incredibly intense tunnel vision, so this could only reallyA cool game that asks you to understand different people's motivations through the switching of player perspective. I usually hate modern stealth games but the mechanics here are pretty good and doing challenge runs has been very fun and rewarding. I also normally dislike linear games but the story is about characters that exhibit incredibly intense tunnel vision, so this could only really work with a linear game. Normally i'd give it a 8 or a 9 but the game's story hit home for me for personal reasons.
    Excellent at what it does and easily one of my new favorite games.
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  54. Jun 22, 2020
    10
    Very good game. For good reason so all lashed out with criticism on this game. Yes, the plot of course could be better, but the game itself is gameplay but also technically at a height. She is definitely worthy of getting her 9 points.
  55. Jun 27, 2020
    10
    I thought it was impossible to out-do the first game but they did it. It has its flaws (like everything and every human in life) but it’s a masterpiece. Story, emotion, level-design, gameplay and atmosphere-wise Naughty Dog have outdone themselves! This is one of the biggest achievements in gaming history. Masterpiece.
  56. Jun 27, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A complete waste of time of a game that completely betrays all of the moral ambiguity of the first game in favor of a poorly made revenge story that doesn't even follow through on the final goal. with Gameplay that barely even changes anything from a 7 year old game, and you have a game that didn't need to be made. And to the people and bots that are trying to boost the user score up, you are just as pathetic as the bots that don't have anything to say in the negatives, either. Expand
  57. Jul 8, 2022
    0
    They kill Joel. Naughty Dog made their choice so I did mine too. I will not play this game.
  58. Jun 19, 2020
    0
    The story in this game is just absurd subverting your expectation nonsense. I truly regret buying this!
  59. Jul 26, 2020
    9
    Finally a game that explore deep subjects. Well written. Gameplay is fantastic, but a bit hard at normal due to the fact that they don't give you a lot of bullets. Nonetheless, good successor to the Part 1. I can't wait to see where they bring this franchise next.
  60. Jun 19, 2020
    0
    Good graphics, good gameplay, worst story I have ever played. Nobody likes abby, my heart hurts waiting so many years for this.
  61. Jul 5, 2020
    3
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is one of the most disappointing sequels in the history of games. While it's one of the most technically beautiful games of the generation and the gameplay is solid, the story and narrative absolutely kills everything the game has to offer.

    The gameplay is improved from the original game. Proning is now an option and makes stealth segments more engaging and the AI is competent enough to give tension. The musical score is great, the visuals are spectacular (some of the best of this generation) and the voice cast is pitch perfect with their performances.

    But all of that falls flat on it's face because of the story. Every single thing aspect of this game's story is a poorly told mess that is meant to throw players for a loop, but it fails horribly due to the leaps you have to take. The original characters from the first game act so out of character, they may as well be different people altogether. Ellie in particular is taken from likable to unlikable, Joel is nowhere near as clever as he was in the original and by the end, Tommy is so out of character, it's jarring.

    Then there are the new characters who are all failures except for Jesse. Abby is one of the most unlikable characters I've seen in a game and almost everything wrong with the story can be attributed to it's focus on her and how said focus is. It tries too hard to make you sympathize with her after she kills Joel that it comes off laughable and you don't buy it.

    Everything about this game is a contradiction. Even the gameplay improvements mean nothing when the story is making you feel bad for doing the things you do in-game. The message of "revenge is bad" only seems to apply to Ellie because Abby walks away alive for the same reason Ellie lost everything. With Abby it's ok, with Ellie it's not. Why? It makes no sense at all and gives conflicting ideologies within it's plot.

    And the way it retcons the ending of the original game actually makes Joel more sympathetic with what he did despite the game desperately trying to portray him as a monster. It really feels like the game has no idea what it wants to do. The best moments in the story are the flashbacks between Joel and Ellie because apparently that's where the game remembers that the best thing about the original game was the dynamic between the two.

    The Last of Us Part II is an absolutely jumbled mess that literally falls and disassembles because of how much the story implodes in on itself. As stated, not even the gameplay feels satisfying because the game wants you to feel bad for what you are doing. So if the gameplay is supposed to make you feel miserable and the story is a terribly told and jumbled mess that has no idea what it wants to do filled with nothing but irredeemable and unlikable characters with the only good ones dying at the hands of Abby, what am I supposed to enjoy?

    I really don't recommend playing this game, especially if you've played the original. Just because the writing can be considered "bold" or "ambitious" does not absolve you of criticism if it is done poorly. Bold and ambitious both involve taking risks, and it's a risk that did not pay off at all with this game.
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  62. Jul 5, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I became a fan of the last of us back in year 2015. I was always a PC gamer but I knew that I have to play "The Last of Us" before dying. I bought my first console ever i.e. a PS3 and I played the game, i ended it and it spoke to me on levels which no other video game did. I connected to the game to the characters. To Joel, Ellie, Tess, Henry, His brother, Tommy and so many other beautiful characters.

    I bought my first PS4 in the summer of 2016 and ended the game again. I still remember when I saw the first trailer for the The Last of Us Part II I had goosebumps all over my body and I was in a state of shock.

    I was excited ever since the game's 1st trailer was shown in PSX 2016. I was so much excited to play this game.

    Fast forward Friday night 19th June, 2020 I played the game and seeing Joel die was just so much painful. I was expecting that they will kill him off but I didn't expect he will die so badly. Seeing him dead made me really sad. I cried for a longtime and well I hated Abby.

    Playing this game was one of the most complex and meaningful gaming experiences ever. The game affects you emotionally so much and teaches you the small things in your life which we all take for granted.

    I admit playing with Abby even till the end I was so pissed that why the hell am I playing with this woman but going towards the end, everything made sense. I started bring the pieces together and connecting the dots.

    What Joel did, it was justified to save Ellie but what Abby did to him was also justified. The game told me that "revenge" has no meaning in life, no matter how much we hate when someone wrong us, revenge is just never worth it.

    First game told me that how even during the pandemic humans can be cruel and be animals to each other. But the 2nd part told me that it is up-to us to decide who we wanna be. To live and let others live too. Forgive and forget.

    The ending broke me from inside out, even though Ellie forgave Abby at the end, but in her quest for revenge she lost Dina when she begged for her to stay. At the end she lost her too, the last piece of puzzle who could keep her happy or give her sanity.

    When I ended this game I was so sad that I went to bed, hugged my wife and slept like a baby. The game tells us not to take the little things in our life for granted. Our parents, our wife/husband/spouse, children, job, lifestyle anything for granted.

    it is very important to stay connected to your loved ones and cherish every moment till the very last breath.

    I honestly recommend this game to everyone who owns a PlayStation 4. Don’t trust anybody else’s views or criticism. Play yourself and decide yourself.

    Once again Naughty Dog, LLC does what it does best. Make games which are audacious, beautiful and empowering.
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  63. Jun 24, 2020
    10
    Amazing. Graphics, settings, mo-cap, sound and music, shocking, thought provoking, epic gameplay sequences, voice acting, challenging, beautiful heart felt moments. Absolutely loved it. At this point the user review score is irrelevant because a staggering number of children have review bombed this with a zero score because the story is a bit too grown up for them, without actually playingAmazing. Graphics, settings, mo-cap, sound and music, shocking, thought provoking, epic gameplay sequences, voice acting, challenging, beautiful heart felt moments. Absolutely loved it. At this point the user review score is irrelevant because a staggering number of children have review bombed this with a zero score because the story is a bit too grown up for them, without actually playing the game and experiencing the story. SMH. Expand
  64. Oct 31, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Дійсно класна гра, гідне продовдження першої частини. Expand
  65. Jun 19, 2020
    0
    The only good part is the graphics, gameplay is repetitive and boring, it does nothing that hasn’t been done before. The framerate is sloppy in a ps4 slim thus making the game not as pretty as advertised.
    The story is a dumpster fire, forced politics and inclusion and, on top of that, the director of the game thought it was a good idea to make himself a character and put explicit sex
    The only good part is the graphics, gameplay is repetitive and boring, it does nothing that hasn’t been done before. The framerate is sloppy in a ps4 slim thus making the game not as pretty as advertised.
    The story is a dumpster fire, forced politics and inclusion and, on top of that, the director of the game thought it was a good idea to make himself a character and put explicit sex between him and a steroid filled woman on a not adult only rated game. This is the debacle of Sony as a game publisher, I will be very cautious when buying Sony first party games in the future and I’m sure I won’t buy the ps5 until there is a proven must have exclusive without forced politics into it
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  66. Jun 25, 2020
    0
    What can I say here? Graphics and environment are amazing and the controls are on par. However the butchering of Ellie and Joel as well as making is play as Abby was just too much. Sorry Naughtydog but you fail.
  67. Jun 21, 2020
    0
    Awful, awful writing in this game, how did this even get to print. Neil Druckmann should’ve put his agenda aside and wrote a game This fanbase deserved after waiting 7 years.
  68. Jul 22, 2020
    1
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The visual is great and so is the music but that's about it. the story and plot are downright terrible. this is no way the plot or story that should follow up the first game. In no way do would I want or expect Joel to be killed off from the story the way he was (trying to not include too many spoilers). Ellie's story of revenge tour to then have it change at the end is piss poor story writing in my opinion as well. Also, the whole trying to force me liking Abby is piss poor story writing as well. I honestly wish this game's story and plot could be completely rewritten by different people. I don't mind that Joel dies or if you even want to include Abby play-through in the game still but it needs a total rework in my opinion. Expand
  69. Jun 24, 2020
    10
    To the people holding of their purchase because of the bad user ratings: Don’t.

    I have to be completely honest, I’ve not finished the game, not by a long shot. But I love it. Just as I loved part 1. Don’t be a dick and ruin a games’s reputation by giving misleading critique.
  70. Jun 29, 2020
    0
    how can you be sure that critics are smarter than the public? of course, in the field where critics work, they know more about knowledge than the public. however, there is a public as smart as the critics in the field, and there are many people who have studied very well in their respective fields, even if they are not related to critics knowledge. i'm getting tired of the current trend.how can you be sure that critics are smarter than the public? of course, in the field where critics work, they know more about knowledge than the public. however, there is a public as smart as the critics in the field, and there are many people who have studied very well in their respective fields, even if they are not related to critics knowledge. i'm getting tired of the current trend. the trend that you think of the public as an subordinate. Expand
  71. Jul 21, 2020
    9
    This is a very different game to The Last of Us. Where the first one was very tightly focused on two characters, this one is much broader with a lot more moving parts. It subverts a lot of video game tropes and it really does force you to confront the actions of the main character. It starts out with a fairly straightforward revenge premise and ends up going in all kinds of directionsThis is a very different game to The Last of Us. Where the first one was very tightly focused on two characters, this one is much broader with a lot more moving parts. It subverts a lot of video game tropes and it really does force you to confront the actions of the main character. It starts out with a fairly straightforward revenge premise and ends up going in all kinds of directions before returning to it with radically changed characters. It's a long and exhausting journey, and so very worth it if you leave your assumptions at the door.

    It's not a game for everyone - as the reviews seem to show - but if you enjoy emotional and moral challenges and don't see everything in black and white, then I can wholeheartedly recommend it.

    The graphics and gameplay are both improved over the original, with some truly spectacular visuals and very involving set-pieces.

    It does suffer from some of the same issues the first one had, however. A few fights (especially with the infected) rely a bit too much on getting lucky or trial-and-erroring your way through the environment, and there is one boss fight which can be frustrating until you find the right place to fight it. There are also one or two flashback sections which might have been worked better at different points in the overall narrative, but given how ambitious the storytelling is, I can forgive this.

    If you loved the first one and can go into the second with an equally open mind, then you'll love this. Just be prepared to be made uncomfortable by some parts of the game - they do pay off but you're going to come out of this game with very different emotions than you did with the first one.
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  72. Jun 21, 2020
    0
    Just sad to see this game to fall on its face so hard.... I guess 2020 living up to its name.
  73. Jun 28, 2020
    5
    Gameplay is great. Graphics is good but the story is disappointing. Especially the second part. Hope we will never see part 3.
  74. Jun 27, 2020
    10
    One of the best games ever!
    Amazing graphics, characters and storyline. I really don’t get what other people are saying. The story is all about very human reactions. I love the way they try to show you that. You really have to play the game all the way to the end to see this.
  75. Jul 3, 2020
    10
    I have 10 hours gameplay so far and the game is just amazing, dont care about homophobics haters that didnt even played the game. Speaking about the final plot in less then 1 hour launch game.
  76. Jun 19, 2020
    0
    Save your money and skip this bad game.
    Don't believe the corrupt reviewers in this industry!
    Can't believe how such a game got scores of perfection.
  77. Jan 22, 2023
    0
    Bunch of nonsense. Basically they made a few bucks with a decemt game with a good story, and then decided to make a game only they would like.
    Why would you spit in the face of 97% of the population just to cater to people that hate themselves so much?
  78. Jul 2, 2020
    10
    Loved it. People should stop complaining all the time and enjoy more things as they are.
  79. Jun 25, 2020
    10
    Another masterpiece. Thank you so much for taking med on this journey Naughty Dog! First of many play through of this wonderful game.
  80. Jun 22, 2020
    10
    Ante tanto fanático, pilero, cartonero, gente de mente estrecha, cavernicolas y demás, hay que darle un 10 a este juego para compensar tanco cerdo, digo cero.

    Si queréis pudeo seguir.
  81. Jul 19, 2020
    10
    worst things has happened to TLOU2 and ND and that was the "SPOILERS"
    yeah that is the cause of all fake 0s and 10s!
    about the game,ND has done a very risky job with the story of TLOU2 but in my opinion it was perfect in all the ways gameplay was perfect as it was for TLOU1 animation are so stunning,its pushing the game industry in to a new level,same for graphics some people may find this
    worst things has happened to TLOU2 and ND and that was the "SPOILERS"
    yeah that is the cause of all fake 0s and 10s!
    about the game,ND has done a very risky job with the story of TLOU2 but in my opinion it was perfect in all the ways gameplay was perfect as it was for TLOU1 animation are so stunning,its pushing the game industry in to a new level,same for graphics some people may find this game very bad(its there opinion and respectfull)but I suggest look deeper in the story and you’ll find it a masterpiece
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  82. Jun 22, 2020
    10
    One of the best stories ive played or seen in years. When all the bad reviews were on here and i finished the game... 1.1% of people had the trophy for actually completing it. Amazing game for people who've actually played it. I feel sorry for all the people that leave bad reviews just to hurt a games rating. Sick people in this world. Also, if you don't like gay people in your games, yourOne of the best stories ive played or seen in years. When all the bad reviews were on here and i finished the game... 1.1% of people had the trophy for actually completing it. Amazing game for people who've actually played it. I feel sorry for all the people that leave bad reviews just to hurt a games rating. Sick people in this world. Also, if you don't like gay people in your games, your opinion is useless. You're the last of a dying breed. Expand
  83. Jun 19, 2020
    0
    It could be a great game if it comes out straight in a couple of years after first or after 20+ years. So why we got what we got it's very simple and hard. It's the cause of social media because it's very new features of the way how we share information, etc. But who is using almost everyone in daily basics and from all users how many are very smart and intelligent or incredibly dumb. InIt could be a great game if it comes out straight in a couple of years after first or after 20+ years. So why we got what we got it's very simple and hard. It's the cause of social media because it's very new features of the way how we share information, etc. But who is using almost everyone in daily basics and from all users how many are very smart and intelligent or incredibly dumb. In the modern city, it's 50/50 but in social media, most of the users are dumb and very dumb. Clear up the point what the !$&@“ people who finished best universities or achieved and develop amazing breakthrough supposed following those dumb users!!! They literally dictator who doesn't know what they want... About the game unnecessary continue one of the greatest games. The plot retold from the first part with the new ”stuff”. And the best gameplay you be able to experience nowadays it's just so perfect and amazing on hard difficulties obvious. Expand
  84. Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Best survival horror game with some rpg elements and sandbox world great combat the best technical game ever made
  85. Jun 27, 2020
    0
    When we rate a game 10/10, it doesn't mean the game is perfect. It means that it is one of the best games of its time, and we want as many similar games as possible. On the other hand, when we rate TLOU2 0/10, it doesn't mean the game has no merit. It means that it disappoints so many fans that have waited 7 years for it to come out. This game is a true tragedy for the already waningWhen we rate a game 10/10, it doesn't mean the game is perfect. It means that it is one of the best games of its time, and we want as many similar games as possible. On the other hand, when we rate TLOU2 0/10, it doesn't mean the game has no merit. It means that it disappoints so many fans that have waited 7 years for it to come out. This game is a true tragedy for the already waning single player gaming industry. Please, don't make anymore games like this. Expand
  86. Aug 31, 2020
    2
    Que paso acá desde la mitad del juego es muy bueno, pero después es injugable. tiene graves problema en contar la historia. se siente extraño y no empatizo con el personaje metido a la fuerza.

    Me quedo con el 1 y olvidaré este.
  87. Jun 26, 2020
    2
    I don't put 1 or 0 because the graphic is great. Gameplay is.. meh, same as first and i feel it more repetedive, because they try to make long game but remove a lot of environmental puzzles that i like from first part. To make the game longer, they have inserted passages and scenes that have no meaning and do not contribute to anything but wasting your time.Abby is so unlikable, even theyI don't put 1 or 0 because the graphic is great. Gameplay is.. meh, same as first and i feel it more repetedive, because they try to make long game but remove a lot of environmental puzzles that i like from first part. To make the game longer, they have inserted passages and scenes that have no meaning and do not contribute to anything but wasting your time.Abby is so unlikable, even they try to hard you to like her but .. its impossible. She is written bad, all is written bad. The story is complete mess, all this flashback are make it even worst.
    Long story short: its a beautiful but stupid and big time boring game.
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  88. Jun 21, 2020
    6
    Simply the best game of the generation and one of the best games ever made.
  89. Jul 12, 2020
    8
    Делюсь своим "очень важным" мнением.
    Играется отлично. Графика, анимация, дизайн локаций выполнены на воистину выдающемся уровне. Мало кто способен выдавать подобные проекты, на ум приходит только рокстар. Огромное количество бесподобно срежиссированных катсцен, от которых отвисает челюсть. К сюжету и персонажам же напротив есть вопросы. Я понимаю, как это было задумано и как это должно
    Делюсь своим "очень важным" мнением.
    Играется отлично. Графика, анимация, дизайн локаций выполнены на воистину выдающемся уровне. Мало кто способен выдавать подобные проекты, на ум приходит только рокстар. Огромное количество бесподобно срежиссированных катсцен, от которых отвисает челюсть. К сюжету и персонажам же напротив есть вопросы. Я понимаю, как это было задумано и как это должно было сработать, но срабатывает на троечку. Есть проблема в прописанности персонажей и к мотивации. Многие моменты смотрелись бы лучше если бы их подали иначе (и я сейчас даже не о пресловутой "повесточке", которую я не буду выносить в минусы).
    К минусам так же добавлю продолжительность. К сожалению, геймплейная формула не предусматривает большой разнообразности и к концу пресловутые "арены" пробегал. Ибо надоело.
    В общем, как вывод. огромный респект команде разработчиков за столь шикарный и вылизаный продукт. Нилу Дракману же не помешало бы задуматься о способе подаче сюжета и вырезанию ненужной графомании.
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  90. Jun 24, 2020
    10
    this game is an absolute masterpiece! it is so fun getting abby killed over and over. whether she's getting her neck snapped by a giant zombie, falling off a cliff, or getting set on fire, the game never gets old! i applaud naughty dog for putting so much effort and detail into abby's death scenes. at one point i took too many hours trying to progress through a level because it was justthis game is an absolute masterpiece! it is so fun getting abby killed over and over. whether she's getting her neck snapped by a giant zombie, falling off a cliff, or getting set on fire, the game never gets old! i applaud naughty dog for putting so much effort and detail into abby's death scenes. at one point i took too many hours trying to progress through a level because it was just too much fun watching abby get stabbed to death by ellie! that's how entertaining it is watching abby get killed!

    this game deserves 10/10! thank you naughty dog!
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  91. Jul 1, 2020
    0
    scammer developer, misleading trailer and teaser. Wasting money on the game
  92. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    The game is fantastic, it isn’t perfect but it’s damn near it. A ten doesn’t mean a game is completely flawless but it recognizes it as a monumental achievement, which the last of us part two absolutely is. Please play this game it’s worth your time and the leaks are not representative of the whole plot!
  93. Aug 21, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Мне лень все это писать английском поэтому так. Не думаю, что стоит вообще упоминать качество исполнения арта и анимаций, потому что это просто потрясно. Весь тот максимум, который можно было выжать из текущего поколения, показан в игре. При этом правда видны ограничения по железу (одинаковые враги, схожесть анимаций и прочее), но на фоне остальной проработки они честно кажутся мелочью. Сам же игровой процесс не стал сильно глубже, он скорее "расширился" за счет более активного стиля Элли и ее умения ползать пластунски. И если это те вещи, которые волновали вас больше всего - то можете смело брать игру, потому что опыт здесь будет не хуже, чем в первой части.
    **SPOILER ALERT**
    А теперь сюжет. Это, очевидно, самая спорная часть игры по двум причинам - во-первых, само построение сценария, когда мы переживаем две параллельные сюжетные линии (протагониста и антагониста) очень нехарактерно для подобных крупных проектов. И основной проблемой здесь становится то, что мы не можем сопереживать двум персонажам сразу. Поэтому для многих вторая половина может показаться ужасно скучной, неинтересной и мерзкой в своем исполнении. Однако, подобный ход все-таки значительно углубляет историю, выводя ее на тему серой морали и невозможности деления мира на черное и белое. Вторая же причина - сама по себе история берет менее цепляющую проблему ненависти и мести (если это сравнивать с проблемой отцов и детей из первой части), а, следовательно, и сама история получается не настолько душевной. Уж если быть начистоту, то (ИМХО) сильных моментов, которые прям резали душу, было буквально два и все они были завязаны на Джоэле.
    Вместо этого же мы получаем очень натуралистическую, жестокую и иногда отталкивающую сюжетную линию, которая описывает нутро людей в постапокалипсисе и их готовность пойти на любые жертвы. И как раз подобные подходы при разработке сценария и могут оттолкнуть большую часть игроков, что вполне логично. Мне же история понравилась, хотя и показалась несколько перетянутой (особенно в части игры за Эбби, которая мне не импонировала как персонаж т.к. я привязан к Элли со времен еще первой части).
    Для тех, кому интересен вопрос ЛГБТ пропаганды - именно пропаганды я не увидел. Да есть персонажи с нетрадиционной ориентацией, да есть упоминание темы самоопределения. Но чего-то, что выбивалось бы из общего мира и создавало ощущение, что ты попал в бар "Голубая устрица", нет.
    Если уж так подытожить, то я не могу физически ставить оценку ниже, т.к. работа аниматоров, левел дизайнеров и художников здесь просто потрясающая, заслуживающая 10. Но спорность самого сценария и его затянутость все-таки говорят о том, что на идеал эта игра не тянет.
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  94. Jul 5, 2020
    0
    The first part impressed me visually considering the hardware ps3 has and game had such amazing story that I wished I had a daughter. Meanwhile part 2 still has impressive visuals but story is so bad that it made me wish I had a cancer.
  95. Jun 27, 2020
    10
    I dont know why ppl hate this game, history and technical aspect is great! Its a only one game when i after finish game waiting to the end of credits.
  96. Jun 23, 2020
    9
    Simply great and with several plot twists. One of best sequels ever. I have about 18 hours of game-play and I can't wait to finish it. Must play.
  97. Jun 22, 2020
    10
    Amazing story and an amazing game. Don't understand the low ratings, it's a masterpiece.
  98. Jun 29, 2020
    10
    Not since the first last of us have I analyzed a video game's messages and symbolism so deeply. The entire game from front to back is extremely polished and headphones will immerse you in the world. The story may not be for everyone but an open mind will go a long way. I was not expecting to like a certain character as much as I thought I would. Perspective is key and I really thought thatNot since the first last of us have I analyzed a video game's messages and symbolism so deeply. The entire game from front to back is extremely polished and headphones will immerse you in the world. The story may not be for everyone but an open mind will go a long way. I was not expecting to like a certain character as much as I thought I would. Perspective is key and I really thought that Naughty Dog's gamble with the narrative paid off. I wish it still had difficulty trophies and I didn't care about that certain someone's friends all that much all in all it was a phenomenal ride. Expand
  99. Jul 6, 2020
    8
    What a great and huge game. The only cons for me were flashbacks, an order of some events, problems with pacing, and some weak characters. But when you the game it feels damn good. No regrets. Took me almost 42 hours on survival difficulty which is the best choice to play this game. I don’t know how else you’re gonna feel all the pain and fear of you have 20 billets for every single gun.
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Universal acclaim - based on 121 Critic Reviews

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  1. Negative: 0 out of 121
  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  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]