The Last of Us Part II

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  1. MR_laiyon
    Jun 24, 2020
    8
    This game is pretty damn fun and the story is pretty damn good. The internet is nitpicking and biased.
  2. Zamael
    Jun 21, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I like the game, love the gamplay and the story is quite good,æ.The game is good, and I will enjoy it for a long time.… Expand
  3. RvH8484
    Jul 15, 2020
    8
    I finished TLOU2 last week and have mixed emotions regarding the game. When it comes to graphics and gameplay and overal quality I love the experience. The story has got some very strong parts but I've got a problem with the lack of choice you're being offered as a gamer. At all key moments in the story the only way to move forward is Naughty Dog's way. This makes the story completelyI finished TLOU2 last week and have mixed emotions regarding the game. When it comes to graphics and gameplay and overal quality I love the experience. The story has got some very strong parts but I've got a problem with the lack of choice you're being offered as a gamer. At all key moments in the story the only way to move forward is Naughty Dog's way. This makes the story completely linear. You can clearly tell some of the people making the narrative decisions have an overly strong Politically Correct/ Woke view on life and society. With other media like film it's easier to accept or just reject a certain point of view, especially if you don't appreciate the quality, style or story. I would never watch the all-female Ocean's or Ghostbuster **** shows. Mostly because the quality just isn't there.

    TLOU2 is different. The story in my opinion is both hit and miss. If gamers were given choices at key moments, this game would have been a masterpiece. Despite the fact Naughty Dog has eliminated the option to choose completely the game is still very good and at times great. The very best developers like Rockstar and CD Projekt Red understand that simple yet important aspect. I think the people at Naughty Dog could have made a Masterpiece with as little as two moments where the gamer is given an essential narrative choice. Because they have failed to understand this or were to stubborn to offer the option TLOU2 has become more controversial instead of their greatest hit.    … Expand
  4. Stormcrow19
    Jul 2, 2020
    8
    The Last of Us Part II is a bit like marmite, you are either going to hate it or love it. For sure the game isn't perfect in one or two ways, such as the length of time it takes to complete it, but overall the Last of Us Part II is a visually stunning game with an equally stunning soundtrack. I certainly didn't expect the game to go in the direction it did based off of the trailers, so tryThe Last of Us Part II is a bit like marmite, you are either going to hate it or love it. For sure the game isn't perfect in one or two ways, such as the length of time it takes to complete it, but overall the Last of Us Part II is a visually stunning game with an equally stunning soundtrack. I certainly didn't expect the game to go in the direction it did based off of the trailers, so try it and finish the story to get a proper experience of the game to help make your own mind up instead of watching a playthrough or reading the leaks.… Expand
  5. M4rt1n
    Jun 24, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The Last Of Us ll es una historia triste e impactante y cuenta con un final agrio que la comunidad no se esperaba, todos los apartados de este juego son excelentes, gráficos, mecánicas y la parte técnica son sobresalientes. La historia es buena pero no supera a primer juego y tiene huecos argumentales y la muerte de Joel es forzada y hay muchas coincidencias en esta parte, ya lo demás de la historia es buena pero complicada de aceptar. En este juego hay un nuevo elenco de personajes, un gran ejemplo de este es Abby, que es la personaje la cual mata a Joel y jugamos una gran parte del juego con ella y el propio juego hace que empatizemos con ella, y no lo logra del todo ya que nosotros entendemos que ella también sufrió pero nosotros al estar ligados con el primer juego al recordad que ella fue la que mato a Joel no se cumple esa conexión que el juego quiere, lo hubiera logrado su Abby reflexionara acerca de la muerte de el ya que ella mato a serafitas y a gente de su propio grupo solamente para proteger a Lev y que ella vea que Joel realmente no fue malo y que pudiera entender estas acciones, si nos hubieran mostrado esto al menos lograrían mas la aceptación de los jugadores hacia esta personaje, ademas de la muerte forzada de Joel, los huecos argumentales que dejo y que nosotros no empatizemos con abby lo demás en el juego es bueno, es un juego que trata del ciclo de la venganza, es triste, nos da un choque emocional por los giros que nos da el juego y el final es agrio y nos deja impactados y con un chock total. El final del juego es muy controversial ya que a mucha gente no le gusto pero si te pones analizarlo y a reflexionar sobre este es un buen final, al menos para mi. En los demas apartados el juego es excelente y hermoso dejando la historia a un lado.

    Puntos Buenos:
    - Jugabiliad
    - Mecánicas
    - Gráficos
    - Elaboración de escenarios
    - Historia 8/10

    Puntos Malos:
    - Huecos argumentales
    - Muerte de Joel forzada
    - Coincidencias en la muerte de Joel
    - El juego no logra que empatizemos con Abby
    - La parte de Abby se vuelve un poco lenta

    Calificación: 8.5

    English

    The Last Of Us ll is a sad and shocking story and has a sour ending that the community did not expect, all the sections of this game are excellent, graphics, mechanics and the technical part are outstanding. The story is good but it does not surpass the first game and it has plot holes and Joel's death is forced and there are many coincidences in this part, and the rest of the story is good but complicated to accept. In this game there is a new cast of characters, a great example of this is Abby, who is the character who kills Joel and we play a large part of the game with her and the game itself makes us empathize with it, and it does not succeed. At all since we understand that she also suffered but we, being linked to the first game, remember that she was the one who killed Joel, that connection that the game wants is not fulfilled, her Abby would have reflected on the death of Since she killed seraphites and people from her own group just to protect Lev and for her to see that Joel really wasn't bad and that he could understand these actions, if they had shown us this they would at least achieve more player acceptance towards This character, in addition to the forced death of Joel, the plot holes that I leave and that we do not empathize with Abby, the rest of the game is good, it is a game that deals with the cycle of revenge, it is sad, it gives us an emotional shock He for the turns that the game gives us and the end is sour and leaves us shocked and with a total shock. The end of the game is very controversial since many people do not like it, but if you analyze it and reflect on it, it is a good ending, at least for me. In the other sections the game is excellent and beautiful, leaving the story aside.

    Good Points:
    - Gameplay
    - Mechanics
    - Graphics
    - Development of scenarios
    - Story 8/10

    Bad Points:
    - Plot gaps
    - Joel's death forced
    - Matches in Joel's death
    - The game can't get us to empathize with Abby
    - Abby's part gets a little slow

    Rating: 8.5    … Expand
  6. budlightlime
    Jul 22, 2020
    8
    Firstly I would like to say, the story for me was disappointing. I didn't love it but I understand the messages naughty dog was trying to present.

    Scores Gameplay - 10/10 Level Design - 10/10 Visuals - 10/10 Acting & Sounds - 10/10 Characters - 6/10 Story - 4/10 For me, this is the best action and combat that has ever existed for a third person game, in fact I would go as far    Firstly I would like to say, the story for me was disappointing. I didn't love it but I understand the messages naughty dog was trying to present.

    Scores
    Gameplay - 10/10
    Level Design - 10/10
    Visuals - 10/10
    Acting & Sounds - 10/10
    Characters - 6/10
    Story - 4/10

    For me, this is the best action and combat that has ever existed for a third person game, in fact I would go as far to say it is the best gameplay of any game of all time. This game really stretches the limits of what a game can be. This is without a doubt a next gen game not a ps4 game. The graphics are spectacular.

    Naughty Dog have really set the bar with the level design as well, the level design is so complex and every encounter can be played out 5-6 different ways.

    Now the story. Without spoiling it. It just didn't resonant with me, it was so dark. Too dark. The story focuses on revenge but also redemption which I think a lot of people miss the mark about. However, the problem is, can some acts be redeemed? For me, no. Due to this, I think some of the characters remain unlikable due to their actions and I could not forgive them and I felt like Naughty Dog were trying to force you to like certain characters due to their struggles but I could not forgive. That is just me though. Everyone will experience the story differently. This game really made me question my morality or what is right and wrong. I think everyone will interpret this game differently which is another strength of the story. However my final closing thought of the story is, not only did I not really enjoy it and it didn't win me over, the concepts the game and how it tries to test you with are actually not that deep and I do not think anything the story does could be classed as 'new' or 'ground breaking'.

    This game does not deserve the hate it has received, you can't dislike a story so much that you ignore all of the pros of this game. That is why you have to take user reviews with a pinch of salt, or in this case a truck load of salt.    … Expand
  7. sebastianali
    Jan 9, 2021
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Voy a ir al grano:

    Gráficos: Supongo que acá nadie me va a poder discutir, gráficamente el juego es increíble, se nota una atención al detalle tanto en personajes como en escenarios que ningún otro juego me ha hecho experimentar. Aunque supongo que en parte esto no sorprende, ya que Naughty Dog siempre se ha caracterizado por hacer juegos con gráficos adelantados a su tiempo desde 1996. Si esto es lo que ND puede hacer de máximo en una PS4, no quiero ni imaginarme en la siguiente generación de consolas. Este es de lejos posiblemente el unico juego con gráficos fotorrealistas (o lo mas cercano al fotorrealismo). Si es verdad que el juego va a 30 FPS, pero con unos pocos minutos de gameplay uno se acostumbra.
    Jugabilidad: La jugabilidad del primer TLOU era bastante simple pero algo competente, siendo un juego de sigilo/accion que honestamente, le faltaba pulirse, y la IA y la falta de explotacion de la misma jugabilidad era algo que hacia que el primer juego no me llamara tanto la atencion como a otros si. Sin embargo, TLOU2 mejora enormemente la jugabilidad al punto de que incluso es uno de mis juegos de sigilo favoritos. Aunque mucho es calcado del primer juego (de hecho, las armas son prácticamente las mismas), tenemos muchísimas mas mejoras para nuestras habilidades que ahora si hacen la diferencia (no como en TLOU1), la IA mejoro enormemente, constantemente comentando cosas dependiendo de lo que el jugador haga y también tenemos muchas mas opciones para el sigilo. Ademas de tener muchas opciones de accesibilidad que siempre son muy bien recibidas en cualquier videojuego. Si es verdad que se podria aprovechar todavia mas, como por ejemplo el sistema de mejoras, pero definitivamente es mejor que la del primer juego.
    Historia: Voy a ser totalmente honesto, la historia del primer TLOU si bien me pareció bastante buena, no era una de mis favoritas, de hecho, yo nunca conecte con Joel en el primer juego. Y debido a que la historia del segundo da un cambio bastante brusco (aunque ND siempre suele dar cambios bruscos en sus segundas partes por lo que no me sorprende) realmente la he disfrutado mas. El juego esta dividido en 2 partes, la historia con Ellie y la historia de Abby. Obviamente no contare todo ya que es demasiado largo, sin embargo, creo que ambas historias en general están bastante bien, he llegado a conectar con Abby de forma exitosa (cosa que como ya dije con Joel en el primero no). Se nota claramente que el juego quiere contar una historia de venganza en el que tengamos pena por ambos personajes, y el punto de Abby se cuenta perfectamente, o casi. Yo creo que el problema de la historia no es Abby como muchos dicen, sino Ellie, ya que ella claramente esta mucho mas cegada por la venganza que Abby, matando a muchos mas miembros del otro grupo y cuando Abby la perdona por segunda vez al final, Ellie sigue queriendo llevar su venganza a cabo, cosa que esto no me cuadro del todo (junto con el final) y tampoco me gustaron ciertas escenas flashback que se hacen algo pesadas y aburridas (aunque algunas si están bastante buenas). No culpare al que diga que este juego parece una telenovela. Sin embargo, creo que la historia de Abby junto con la relación que lleva entre Mel, Lev y Yara principalmente fue la mejor parte.
    Lo que si también note de la historia es que se siente forzada, sin embargo no es algo que tomare en cuenta puesto que si bien esta forzada en muchas partes lo cierto es que luego lo que te cuentan se puede hacer interesante así que se lo perdono (salvo el final como ya dije).
    En general, la historia de TLOU2 no es perfecta ni mucho menos, y de hecho hubiera falta extender un poco mas el final que se siente incompleto, así como contar un poco mas sobre las luciérnagas, la cura, u otros temas que quedaron vacíos en el primer juego y que el segundo no quiere explicarlo por abarcar la venganza como tema principal de la historia. Sin embargo, eso no quiere decir que no la haya disfrutado, de hecho, la disfrute mucho mas que la primera entrega.
    Conclusión: Debo ser sincero de nuevo, yo soy de los que piensan que el primer juego esta algo sobrevalorado, y es por eso que esta segunda entrega se infravaloro bastante, simplemente por que elimina la simplicidad de la que bebía la primera entrega y la hace un poco mas compleja ademas de cambiar muchas cosas que puedo entender que a la gente no le haya gustado esos cambios, sin embargo, el juego objetivamente no es malo, de hecho, aun si la historia fuese legítimamente mala, el juego lo seguiría considerando bueno, con una jugabilidad bastante competente en su genero (aunque muy mejorable) y gráficos que me atrevería a decir que hasta ahora son los mejores que he visto a nivel técnico y eso que hablamos de una consola no tan potente lanzada en 2013. TLOU2 en mi opinión personal supera en todos los apartados al primer juego.    … Expand
  8. RedRooster1012
    Jun 23, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. DISCLAIMER: We don't have to agree about this. Honestly, a beautiful thing about books, movies, or games is the discourse between those with differing opinions. One can say that The Last of Us Part 2 is the greatest game of all time while one says that The Last of Us Part 2 is a game riddled with inconsistencies and confusing story decisions. Also, I will be going into story spoilers, so keep that in mind as you read. And yes, I have beaten the first game and this one; I'm not just a mindless drone who follow what the critics say or what the users say. Ready? Here we go...

    If you haven't played this game, and you clicked on this hoping there weren't actual spoilers, let me summarize my overall general thoughts into this paragraph. The Last of Us Part 2 is a remarkable game that has the technical, emotional, and thematic prowess of a well-crafted film. Are there things wrong with it? I'd say so. But, does this underpin the phenomenal aspects of this game that make it well worth your time? I can't say so.

    Gameplay: In short, this game feels and plays wonderfully. The new additions are excellent in how they allow the player to diversify tactics. Nonetheless, I do feel that this game can get repetitive. As fun as the stealth sections are, there's hardly diversions from the formula except for a few key sections. When I was able to call over the infected to fight with the WLFs and sneak by, I was impressed by how creative the section was. When I had to fight just a bunch of scars in another grassy plain again, I was not impressed that I had to do the same thing over. Combined with the games 20+ hour story, this gets tiring over time. I know this is a stealth/survival-horror game, and this is a well-made one at that, but I do wish the game had more originality in its gameplay. 7/10

    Visuals/Music: As expected, The Last of Us Part 2 looks and sounds amazing. Is it Naughty Dog's best looking game? I'd have to play Uncharted 4 again as that game was extremely impressive, but this one has breathtaking moments. From the facial expressions to the backgrounds, this game has so much effort put into it, and I can't express how much of that feeds into the emotional aspect of this game. When the game wants you to feel something, nine times out of ten it will succeed with a lot of it coming from the game's music or visuals. That's how amazing it is. 9/10

    Story: Alright, let's do this. This is where people will either praise or trash the absolute crap out of this game. Where do I stand? I'm gonna do a touch of trashing and a heap of praising. So, let's start off with what I think doesn't work. I can't say it any better than a review I found online where it stated that there was a part that felt like a 10 hour sidequest. I love the story overall, but I can't help but feel that the pace of the game in general does not work as well as the first. Mixed in with that gameplay issue I had before, some parts of the game were a chore to get through. And yes, I'm sure it's a chore for Ellie and Abby to get through these sections as characters, but the game hardly engages me in these sections as it would in other parts. Also, regarding the switch in main characters, the game kind of asks you to flip flop your emotions, if that makes sense. While I actually think the game succeeds in making you sympathize for Abby, it's a complex thing that takes time to develop, so in some ways, I understand why it turns others off even if I was invested. So what did I like? Almost everything else. The way this story moves in order to make its point is at some points genius. Joel's death is saddening especially since he was a likable character; but, think about what Joel did in the first game. He murdered people including those who were about to uncover the cure, even if his reasons to do so was the entire backbone of the first story. Joel's death makes sense in this messed up world. The way that enemies will call out the names of the fallen is a fascinating way to highlight the consequences of your actions. This isn't just a "violence is bad" story, this is a "value of human life" story which I think is far more interesting considering how it ties into the main characters. Ellie and Abby both do some messed up stuff but when it all comes down to their final fight, they both become better people and understand each other. Joel and Ellie both do some messed up stuff but when it comes down to their final real conversation, they both become better people and understand each other. This game doesn't dishonor Joel and Ellie's relationship, because how it ties into Abby and Ellie's relationship is the most significant element of this game. I'm impressed with how this story portrays a coherent theme even in some bold story decisions. 8/10

    You may not like The Last of Us Part 2, and that's okay. But, I highly encourage you to give this a try and create your own opinion. 8/10    … Expand
  9. Noca
    Jun 26, 2020
    8
    Graphics and game play are top notch for any PS4 game out there. Very little bugs, only a couple that were visual that had no impact on gameplay. I do wish there were more variations in enemies, the dogs are a nice addition but there aren't that many of them in the game. This game does have a very deep customization/accessibility settings menu that I appreciate, even a FOV slider whichGraphics and game play are top notch for any PS4 game out there. Very little bugs, only a couple that were visual that had no impact on gameplay. I do wish there were more variations in enemies, the dogs are a nice addition but there aren't that many of them in the game. This game does have a very deep customization/accessibility settings menu that I appreciate, even a FOV slider which is important because the default FOV is way too small, but that is an easy fix.

    The story I don't see why there is so much hate from everyone against it, I enjoyed it, not quite as much as tlou1. I do think it dragged on slightly too long, at the least the last 5 hours or so and went back and forth in it's revenge plot one too many times. There were two flashback sequences that just involved too much walking around and talking I found particularly boring at times as well. Overall it was worth the $80 I paid.    … Expand
  10. Sub-Zro
    Jun 20, 2020
    8
    Graphics: 10
    Gameplay: 10
    Acting: 10
    Story: 4

    Why: To be honest I do think the story/ writing is good. The problem is that the story and lesson doesn’t work for a game like this.
  11. almostfamousguy
    Aug 22, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Хорошая игра.Достойна внимания для прохождения.
    Игра не без грешка.
    С недостатками в сюжете и внешнем виде некоторых персонажей.
    Геймплей решает,но и сюжет в целом неплох.
    Не 10 из 10, но свои 8 баллов я пожалуй оставлю.    … Expand
  12. Jhon789
    Jun 29, 2020
    8
    The last of us 2 é um game com uma jogabilidade exelente, gráficos incríveis porém, a história é seu ponto fraco. O jogo é cheio de flashbacks e uma bagunça na linha do tempo que pode deixar o jogador perdido na trama. Quem gostou muito dos personagens do primeiro game pode achar a parte 2 uma porcaria
  13. Danplaysgames
    Jul 5, 2020
    8
    A flawed masterpiece that seems to be miss understood.

    Spoilers ahead. Naughty Dog has for the most part succeeded in the difficulty of making a compelling sequel. Their use of psychology throughout the intertwined narrative of both Ellie and Abby cannot be passed off as “lazy writing”. To make the player walk 5 miles in the shoes of the villain Abby after you as Ellie have wreaked    A flawed masterpiece that seems to be miss understood.

    Spoilers ahead.
    Naughty Dog has for the most part succeeded in the difficulty of making a compelling sequel. Their use of psychology throughout the intertwined narrative of both Ellie and Abby cannot be passed off as “lazy writing”. To make the player walk 5 miles in the shoes of the villain Abby after you as Ellie have wreaked revenge soaked havoc on her friends and faction for the death of Joel isn’t something I’ve experienced in gaming. It’s clever and effective. By the end of a 25-30 hour campaign, you have 2 characters on opposing sides of the same coin in a story that deals with not just revenge but the morality of right and wrong and the effects of action and consequence.
    The motion capture is fantastic, the Ellie and Joel flash back scenes are beautiful. New characters are charming but be warned, this is not a story for the faint of heart. Emotions will be tested, your heart will be pulled out whilst you get kicked in the guts.
    Gameplay- not much new in terms of innovation but a more effective jump button allows for some new traversal options as well as squeezing through gaps to make those encounters a little more exciting.
    Prone position has been added which can give players a tactical edge.
    A plentiful arsenal. Both players have a well balanced array of weapons to master.
    Upgrades system has been simplified and crafting and scavenging remain a key component.
    Environments are very detailed and beautiful to look at. There’s the photo mode if you are so inclined.
    New game plus.
    Array of difficulty settings for those inclined to punish themselves.
    Accessibility options are huge for players, I have seen visual and audio adaptation demos. I know that these settings are something that the disabled gamers have praised.

    I can see why this game has had some negative scores, yes it’s a hard pill to swallow. Yes Joel is killed early on. Yes Abby’s character model can be distracting at first, you need to suck it up and follow the story, get into it, listen and feel. It’s the only way the game will have meaning. Expectations will be subverted. I hated that phrase on Star Wars last Jedi, which I’m still not happy with but it does work here.
    If part 3 is made I will give this a 9. I wasn’t 100 percent satisfied with the ending. I would have liked a little more on what the future held for Ellie.    … Expand
  14. savyannevzorov
    Nov 17, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It's not that the game is as bad as most people filling in these negative reviews trying to tell it is. Rather they're caused by some questionably-positive reviews from the press clashing with all sorts of EdGy internet influencers whining about "SJW content" in the game, which is there, but constitutes less than 1% of the entire experience. it is a very different game from what the original Last of Us was, moving from a classic road-trip structure to something more controversial. Joel's death is actually a very strong kickstart for the hero's (and player's) motivation. I didn't like this idea at first, but the more I played the more I was finding myself thinking that it was actually quite interesting. Something of that reminded me of Gurren Lagann, i guess.
    The story is actually not bad at all, and it doesn't fail to provide you with some actual "grey moral". Can't say that I started loving Abby as a character but I definately learned to understand her better. The ending is actually pretty neat. Some light symbolism, some blood. Maybe the only section that really felt weird and forced was the house level. Feeling like everyone giving this game less than 7 points is rather quite young (try 9-16 y.o.) or just brainwashed and be like "I WaNnA Be EdGy and UgHgh SjWs ArE CoNQUeRiNg Us". It is legitemately a very good game and a tech-masterpiece, with nice mechanics, occasionally clever writing(because sometimes it does feel a bit clunky), cool visuals, very nice game design and many other features. And yes, the side-characters are quite weak but really, who gives a sh.    … Expand
  15. sarcasm83
    Jun 26, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The 8/10 isn't swayed by anyone elses score or the overall rating. (For comparison I rated Last of Us part 1 as a 9/10.)... I think it's not okay to rate a game 10/10 just to try and raise the overall score because others rate it 0/10 to sabotage. Two wrongs don't make a right.

    So here we go: I fully admit that this game is a very long, very emotional rollercoaster.
    It will not be for everyone, that much is very certain. There were events in the game's story I didn't like. But all of the story feels like something I can believe. The people in it are, just like in the first one, very authentic feeling people. They aren't perfect, or absolutes. They don't always have the same mindsets, as their moods can change, they don't have perfect lines that feel scripted. It flows very similar to life.

    So when many say that the characters act untrue to themselves; well... I never felt like there was one specific way the characters acted in the first one either. Even Joel went (in the first one) from "I don't care why you are being transported" to offering guitar lessons. But in this one, people are absolutely shaped by the events of the last one.. and the events of this one.

    Hell, on some bad days I can be a complete douche and act on mood and emotion, while most days I make my decisions based on reason. Same with these characters. That's why the writing holds up very well to the first one. I would have hated the characters to be reduced to "stereotypes of Joel and Ellie from the first one" a whole lot more.

    If at any point you stop playing when it hits you with the lows (like the anger you WILL feel if you're invested at all) you will end up loathing the game. Early in the game I had to stop and.. recover overnight to keep going. Later on in the game I thought I was at the ending and felt very put off and didn't want to keep going right then. But I opened my mind again, let the rest of the story come around and... it did wrap up more satisfyingly. NOT in a perfectly traditional ending though. It's ... anything but a complete answer. Or completely satisfying. But I think it left me with just as much food for thought than the first one. After all, I hated the ending of the first one right after it had happened. But the more I thought about it, the more I found beauty in it. In the plot going for something that's not a "given" cliché that every story should have done, but a very human ending instead.

    If you adopt a mindset by an event in the game (or pre-determinately hate the game after seeing the leaks for example) and won't stay open to any further storytelling, close your mind from giving the game any more chances, that's it; Your mind IS made. You've decided. I encourage going on, as though we aren't used to games making us feel outraged, disgusted and sad ON PURPOSE, you ARE supposed to be feeling those feelings. There-in lies the beauty of what the game does.

    You insisting on the other person being the bad guy is EXACTLY what the characters are feeling. They do not want to hear or know the other persons reasons. They will not entertain the idea that the other person was just like them, on their revenge. But the game's plot asks us to do so, forcing us to play as the person we do not want to identify with at first. We don't want to hear Abby out, give her any room, hear her reasons. "F her"...
    But if we do hear it out, there's a moment in the game where Ellie has actually done more bad to her, than the supposed "villain of the game" has done to her.

    In the end, they will both find some forgiveness in them... but their revenges cost both of them a whole lot more than they would have lost if they had just let it go. But they couldn't. It wasn't an option and they needed closure.

    "If I ever were to lose you, I'd surely lose myself" they sang. Ellie did lose herself for a long while. For Joel losing Ellie's was the only thing he had feared in the past 25 years and while he selfishly decided on not losing her, to a potential vaccine, he did end up "losing her" in trust... but was about to maybe be forgiven. If he hadn't perished before it, because of the actions that he took to people in the first one. People, who also had their loved ones they would do anything for.

    It's a fantastic set of 2 games that made me think a whole lot about human psychology and mental health when faced with trauma. Not many post-apocalyptic stories touch on what such events would do to a mind.

    The polish, worldbuilding, acting is all top notch.

    The reasons I rate it lower than the first one, aren't really so much in the plot, but pacing.
    The first one felt a lot tighter as a storytelling package. Idk how the many pieces of this one would have been re-arranged better, but at times if felt disjointed. Especially when "starting again" as Abby after going so far with Ellie. The content that's there works though, but might've benefitted from taking turns between the two or.. idk. No deal breaker for me though.    … Expand
  16. Daniel0809
    Jun 23, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I think some people owe Naughty Dog an apology because this game is freaking amazing! Yes joel dies, I hated that, but you still play as him throughout the game but in the past. I dont see why people tripped so hard. I think this game could have been an uncharted lost legacy game and neil should have wrote a better story to keep joel alive so the series can strive and continue its glory. Done after this great game with naughty dog. I wouldn't want to play another last of us game.… Expand
  17. hello_world
    Jul 25, 2021
    8
    So let's just address the elephant in the room from the outset. No the story isn't a dumpster fire and nor is it a masterpiece. As someone who thought the first story was good, the second is similar in that it is a okay story that is told somewhat competently. I can write paragraphs on why some of the common complaints I've heard aren't that big of a deal, but I'll digress for the sake ofSo let's just address the elephant in the room from the outset. No the story isn't a dumpster fire and nor is it a masterpiece. As someone who thought the first story was good, the second is similar in that it is a okay story that is told somewhat competently. I can write paragraphs on why some of the common complaints I've heard aren't that big of a deal, but I'll digress for the sake of conciseness. The main issue with the story is the pacing. There are huge swaths of gameplay inbetween the progression of the plot. The first game had the benefit of being about the relationship between Ellie and Joel, where the interactions between the two during gameplay is also plot relevant. Part two is about revenge, and while one could say that the plot is furthered by her slaughter of countless people just to get her revenge, this is a lot less compelling than watching a relationship develop in front of you. The former is more amorphous and harder to see the changes in her character. I know a lot of people like to think that the longer a game, the better it is because you are getting more entertainment for your money. But I think this game would have benefited if it cut content, such that it can tell a tighter story and not have gameplay slow the pacing of its narrative to a boring crawl. But the story takes risks, which I respect and the dialogue is well written. The characters do lack the charm that Ellie had in the first game, but they have a grounded like-ability to them. I can believe that these are real people and not just characters in a video game.

    On the gameplay side of things, it's very similar to the first game and boy do Naughty Dog know how to make engaging gameplay. The game makes sure that you are getting new weapons crafting recipes and enemy types to ensure that you aren't doing the exact same thing over and over. Couple that with the fact that the layout for each encounter is meaningfully different and you'd be hard pressed to get bored of the combat during its run. Contrary to the narrative, the gameplay justifies its length.

    All in all the story was okay. Maybe a 6/10 if I were to be more on the critical side. But it had a point to it and a message to say. They didn't make it to please everyone and if we want to say that games are art (as I believe) then that's okay. But the gameplay more than makes up for it. It is fun even if they apparently don't like to use that word.    … Expand
  18. 2Puyo
    Jul 6, 2020
    8
    Great gameplay, and great graphics but the story misses the mark on how the player should feel on 2nd half of the game. But the 2nd half was still got me hooked to go on playing when most of the time I would have stopped.
  19. Jrb76
    Jun 19, 2020
    8
    I only put a 8 because Metacritic wouldn’t let me post it with my real score. That would be a big fat Zero! Total insult to the Last of Us! Please do not waste your time or money on this piece of garbage! I’m actually insulting garbage by comparing it to this terrible game!
  20. BVGE
    Jun 22, 2020
    8
    Let's get it out of the way up front - This game doesn't deserve all these zeroes at all. It doesn't deserve all those perfect scores either.

    Anyone bashing this game falls into one or more of these categories: They didn't play it. They didn't play more than 3 hours. They're just looking for something to hate. They didn't agree with the way the story played out (The ONLY valid    Let's get it out of the way up front - This game doesn't deserve all these zeroes at all. It doesn't deserve all those perfect scores either.

    Anyone bashing this game falls into one or more of these categories:

    They didn't play it.

    They didn't play more than 3 hours.

    They're just looking for something to hate.

    They didn't agree with the way the story played out (The ONLY valid criticism).

    8/10. One point off for the social justice that DOES exist, and one point off for the bugginess that is there. It's very little.

    In summation, think for yourself and buy it if you want to play it, you won't be disappointed. All these low ratings are absolute garbage lies, period.    … Expand
  21. sandora85
    Jun 20, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. TLOU 2 is a great game but not a masterpiece or very bad game.Game has very good gameplay mechanics,graphics and animation details.Especially close combat and combat animations really impresive.But story on the other hand I really hate it and all story npc's joke.I finish this game 2 times already but i can't really say one npc worth the remember.Graphics:10/9-Gameplay:10/10-Story:10/5-AI:10/9-Music:10/7-Performance:10/8… Expand
  22. PhknLeon
    Jun 25, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I don't often review games but in this case I needed to. When I played the first game I was very unimpressed until I reached Jackson midway through the game. I noticed the bond between Joel and Ellie and was bewildered by the attention to detail. No other zombie game really pays close attention to how an event like a zombie apocalypse can change a like-minded individual. Joel kills so many people before and during the events of the game it's ridiculous and it's all capped off by one of the best endings to any game. The Last of Us 2 is not as good as the first that's just not something it can be. It is however a very innovative game when it comes to the portrayal of enemies and the gore effects. It also nails the story I could really care less if you agree with me. Joel's death was an inevitability as one of the patrols his job is to kill all infected on his route and to identify and trade with other groups to keep Jackson thriving. When he and Tommy meet Abby they are forced to trust her and retreat to her camp because of the horde. As said earlier Joel killed a lot of people and it was only a matter of time before he crossed someone and when he did it wasn't going to be pretty. I say these things because common complaints are that Joel should have known better or he should've had a heroes death but there is no such thing in The Last of Us. Joel's death affected me probably the exact way it was supposed to. I've never been so onboard for revenge I remembered the people who did that to Joel and they were always looming I'd always hope I'd be running into them soon. Once I got to the Abby story line I was about as upset as everyone else I got to the chapter ground zero and took a break for a couple days and came back fresh. I finished Abby's storyline and as much as it's presence in the story is a blemish on the game the 2nd half is far better than the first half. What I would have done with the Abby story is make it an optional campaign upon finishing the game sort of like separate ways from resident evil 4. The end leaves something to be desired but I think it's fine. Please don't review bomb this game just play it if you feel like playing it and give it the score you would actually give it. Review bombers are a plague on the entire gaming community and makes it very difficult for some people to find a resource for whether they should buy a game or not and undermines everything the devs worked on (yes the ones who were on crunch to bring you the game as fast as possible). Before you say "0/10 is my score for the game" this game isn't a 0/10 not by a long shot games like Big Rigs, Ride to Hell or Rambo are games worthy of that score.

    Pros:
    *Combat
    *Graphics
    *Attention to detail
    *Enemy behavior and personality
    Cons:
    *Poor use of Abby's storyline
    *Poor ending    … Expand
  23. FrpMan
    Dec 19, 2020
    8
    Sen müthiş grafikler sun oyun mekanik olarak aksın animasyonlar müthiş olsun ama gel görelim bu hikayeyi anlat bize. Hikayesi çok üzdü. Nefret ettik.
  24. Garlands
    Sep 1, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Un jeu avec un vrai parti pris qui ne peut pas plaire a tout le monde . Techniquement c'est une vraie claque tout le monde sera d'accord la dessus .
    C'est au niveau de l'histoire que moi ça n'a pas pris , une deuxième partie beaucoup beaucoup trop longe j'en avais plus a rien a foutre je voulais juste que ça avance    … Expand
  25. Nikel0993
    Nov 23, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Игра является очень качественным и хорошим продолжением истории. Видно, что разработчики не клали болт на разработку сиквела. Геймплей обзавелся новыми механиками (неплохие). Графика фантастическая! Очень красивая и хорошая картинка. История... от себя скажу, что сюжетом доволен (хоть и первое время у меня также горело от сюжетных поворотов). Не вижу причин, чтобы занижать оценки игре. Да, вам может не нравится сюжет, вам может не нравится некоторые моменты, которые есть в игре, но ставить ноль баллов просто из-за того, что вам не понравилось убийство Джоэла в начале... Вы серьезно?… Expand
  26. z0hanmeister
    Jul 5, 2020
    8
    It's hard to write about this game. I will say at once that it does not deserve a rating below 7, but it is not a masterpiece at 95. The game does not give you the slightest choice at all, just takes you by the nose and leads you to the most disgusting places whether you want it or not. The problem is that the first game wasn't as hard and realistic. Many people say that over there is aIt's hard to write about this game. I will say at once that it does not deserve a rating below 7, but it is not a masterpiece at 95. The game does not give you the slightest choice at all, just takes you by the nose and leads you to the most disgusting places whether you want it or not. The problem is that the first game wasn't as hard and realistic. Many people say that over there is a game of thrones, what is the last of us worse? Yes, because the first game was not a game of thrones. And fans have every right to criticize the second part, as it enjoys the love of the players for the first part.… Expand
  27. Sir_Lain
    Jul 25, 2020
    8
    I do not care what people say about this game. I played through it and had a blast the whole time.
    Yes, the story could definitely be better but that ends there. The gameplay, graphics, music, voice acting, performance captures were all exceptional and deserve praise.
    I believe anyone giving this a 0 or less then at least 6 don't understand the amazing work that went into this or they    I do not care what people say about this game. I played through it and had a blast the whole time.
    Yes, the story could definitely be better but that ends there. The gameplay, graphics, music, voice acting, performance captures were all exceptional and deserve praise.
    I believe anyone giving this a 0 or less then at least 6 don't understand the amazing work that went into this or they haven't played the game at all. I get where people are mad about it but there's no reason to have a fit and giving this a zero.    … Expand
  28. Disko-Kjell
    Jul 12, 2020
    8
    The Last of Us Part II improves in a lot of regards, but fall back in other corners. It's a conflicting game, that forces the player into uncomfortable situations and brutal scenes. Let's start off by saying that this game looks incredible, with environments that almost look like real life and characters where you can see distinctive hair strains, which is insane! Even small touches, likeThe Last of Us Part II improves in a lot of regards, but fall back in other corners. It's a conflicting game, that forces the player into uncomfortable situations and brutal scenes. Let's start off by saying that this game looks incredible, with environments that almost look like real life and characters where you can see distinctive hair strains, which is insane! Even small touches, like grass blowing with the wind, or how the blood from enemies mixes with water puddles, elevates this game beyond its competition. Likewise, the artwork is magnificent, striking a balance of gruesome realism with bleek environments and horrifying infected, and beautiful landscapes of grass fields and oceans, much thanks to the astonishing lighting. If we're talking presentation, music has also improved immensely from the previous game, relaxing the player in somber moments and hitting harder in intense scenes. Gameplay has also improved, with bigger levels, more weapons, more choices. New mechanics include rope swinging, wall gaps and even a jump button (!). The previously mentioned bigger levels mixed with the new mechanics makes the gameplay more complex and fun, though it could've been improved even more to blow the player away. The game also throws in dogs, that can sniff your scent and forces the player to move around in new manner, though if you really like dogs, this might take a toll on you. We're the game starts to split one's appreciation of the game is in the story. The story takes some bold and adventurous turns, making the experience harrowing and frightening at some occasions. Right from the getko, the game let's you know that it will not be like the predecessor and takes some big risks. It asks morally ambiguous questions that can make the player divided about some choices they have to make. The ending leaves a lasting impression on the player, and the more you think about it, the deeper its meanings become. The actors too do an incredible job, with standouts being reprising actors Ashley Jonson as Ellie and Troy Baker as Joel, and also newcomer Laura Bailey stealing the show as Abby. The game also makes the characters perform questionable actions and make the player experience them. The game isn't as concerned about what the player wants to do, as it is about how the characters react and behave in those situations, which makes for more claustrophobic and uncomfortable moments that don't give the player any choice, which is in this game's advantage. Where the game faults is in its pacing. The game shifts time spans very often and sometimes it can feel like a mess. Certain scenarios or time jumps occur and you wonder why that didn't happen before/after. This isn't the case for some time cuts, but one storyline in particular has this issue. It makes the enjoyment and surprises less interesting in some places. At some points the game can feel drawn out and last way too long, most notable in the middle section after the intro. Some of the new characters also feel underdeveloped. Dina is interesting as a character, but you don't learn a whole lot about her dreams and aspirations. Same goes for Jesse, who is underused and could've had some better writing in his presence. The story isn't bad, it's actually really great sometimes, it just needed some more cooking in the oven. It's also sad too see the multiplayer not returning. As all assets and development moved over to singleplayer, the online playing field got scrapped. While I think it's more important to see development improve and focus on the singleplayer, it's still disappointing to not see multiplayer included. In conclusion, The Last of Us Part II is a conflicitng experience. A lot of improvements and tweeks have been added to make the experience better, especially in gameplay and artistry, but at the same time the story is a mixed bag, with some incredible bright spots and some other spots that fall flat, due to pacing issues. Still, this is a great game that I would recommend to most people, because the experience over all is still enjoyable and fun and the discussions that can come from people talking about this game will engage people maybe even more to this game. While not as good and engaging as the first game, it still provides a lot of fun and interesting choices that will make the player question what is going to happen next and their own morales. I commend Naughty Dog for trying something new and different, even though they didn't always stick the landing.… Expand
  29. kinkybum
    Jun 22, 2020
    8
    Игра очень понравилась. Сюжет показался мне весьма оригинальным и сама подача на высшем уровне. Очень приятный геймплей и обалденный левел дизайн. Чувствуется как много усилий и труда вложили в этот проект. Заниженную пользовательскую оценку считаю несправедливой, а журналистскую - завышенной. Главным минусом для меня является присутствие и форсирование политических убеждений по поводуИгра очень понравилась. Сюжет показался мне весьма оригинальным и сама подача на высшем уровне. Очень приятный геймплей и обалденный левел дизайн. Чувствуется как много усилий и труда вложили в этот проект. Заниженную пользовательскую оценку считаю несправедливой, а журналистскую - завышенной. Главным минусом для меня является присутствие и форсирование политических убеждений по поводу однополых отношений и феминизма. Я не гомофоб и не сексист. И я совсем не против чтобы было больше однополой любви в медиа, но в этой игре чувствуется как как ради пропаганды жертвуют сюжетными моментами и атмосферой. Поэтому только 8 баллов. Видеоигры это не место для пропаганды и политики. Здесь это хорошо замаскировано и не так нагло, как например, в battlefield 5 и modern warfare, но это есть. Как итог игра стоит своих денег.… Expand
  30. Robii33
    Jul 5, 2020
    8
    Well, it was quite a ride.

    Firstly, what I like about this game. -Combat mechanics are great. -Graphics is one of the best I have ever seen. Except for the shadows. They look blurred. Guess ps4's gpu can't handle it on the better level. -The main story is controversial, but I personally like it. It reminds me of Game of Thrones when anybody of the beloved characters can be killed    Well, it was quite a ride.

    Firstly, what I like about this game.

    -Combat mechanics are great.
    -Graphics is one of the best I have ever seen. Except for the shadows. They look blurred. Guess ps4's gpu can't handle it on the better level.
    -The main story is controversial, but I personally like it. It reminds me of Game of Thrones when anybody of the beloved characters can be killed at any time. I was truly worried and felt sorry for both Ellie and Abby.

    Cons:
    -Bori-iii-ing gameplay while not in combat. You just walk and look for supplies. The small number of interesting puzzles. The game could be twice as short and it would be a lot better.
    - Feminist agenda

    All in all, I'd give it 7.5/10. I understand why all this anger and hate are taken out on this game, but I don't think that it actually deserves it.    … Expand
  31. hugomba
    Jun 19, 2020
    8
    I’m almost done playing through the story of this game and I can say this game is not for everyone even those who love the first game. Story is just one aspect of the game and it isn’t as bad as people make it sound. While the first game was the light, this one is the opposite. I just disappointed with what they did to Joel early in the game.

    Aside from all the above, the visuals,    I’m almost done playing through the story of this game and I can say this game is not for everyone even those who love the first game. Story is just one aspect of the game and it isn’t as bad as people make it sound. While the first game was the light, this one is the opposite. I just disappointed with what they did to Joel early in the game.

    Aside from all the above, the visuals, gameplay, lighting, sound, and details are what you’d expect from Naughty Dog.    … Expand
  32. M0NST3R_G4MING
    Jul 26, 2020
    8
    The Last of Us Part II doesn't come close to its predecessor by far, but it is still a really good game. Gameplay and quality in general is very convincing. No game has ever reached this level and even next gen games will not do so for the time being.
    Yeah, the story doesn't get to part one. Yeah, the story makes mistakes. But the story is still good, especially if you get more into it.    The Last of Us Part II doesn't come close to its predecessor by far, but it is still a really good game. Gameplay and quality in general is very convincing. No game has ever reached this level and even next gen games will not do so for the time being.
    Yeah, the story doesn't get to part one. Yeah, the story makes mistakes. But the story is still good, especially if you get more into it. If you love story games and have played the first part, you should also take a look at Part II. In my opinion it is worth it.
    I give The Last of Us Part II an 8/10 and I knew before the release that the story of the first part could not be topped. I love Part II, but in a different way. Play it!    … Expand
  33. Crisbana
    Jul 8, 2020
    8
    A nivel gráfico estamos ante el techo de la generación, Excelente. Todo se puede explorar, todo es interactuable y todo se puede.
    Con respecto a la historia... No va a gustar, y es demasiado largo.
  34. Sasat
    Jun 23, 2020
    8
    Я прошёл The Last of Us: Part 2 и могу сказать что история в игре не удалась. Она не полный позор, но и нехорошая. Геймплей, сюжет, проработка деталей и всего прочего на высшем уровне. К сожалению, история не закончена и концовка ещё более открытая, чем концовка первой. Я не соглашусь с теми, кто ненавидит игру и разработчиков из-за смерти некоторых персонажей. У меня вопрос: А чего ониЯ прошёл The Last of Us: Part 2 и могу сказать что история в игре не удалась. Она не полный позор, но и нехорошая. Геймплей, сюжет, проработка деталей и всего прочего на высшем уровне. К сожалению, история не закончена и концовка ещё более открытая, чем концовка первой. Я не соглашусь с теми, кто ненавидит игру и разработчиков из-за смерти некоторых персонажей. У меня вопрос: А чего они собственно ожидали? Разработчики довольно таки давно говорили о том что игра о круговороте насилия, что оказалось полной правдой. Одна смерть порождает несколько смертей, ещё одна порождает ещё больше и так пока человек, начавший всё это не будет наказан. Игра очень хорошая, но некоторых персонажей слабо раскрыли.… Expand
  35. jgmj921
    Jun 22, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Honestly, to actually use this plot to the sequel of an all-time-classic game is very, very bold. Players have high expectation for this sequel, they will only be happy with whatever experience TLoU1 brought to them. But still ND let Joel died early on, let you play the murderer of Joel as second protagonist. Obviously ND would like to make a point even fully aware of its cost, and I do admire their courage. I've read the reviews, haters, supporters and critics, I would still recommend this game whatever you say.

    Expectedly, ND presented best graphics in gaming so far, with stunning artwork and design, plus runs smoothly in PS4 pro. The details of the world, stories in those little notes, graffitis, destroyed modern city sets, are truly masterpiece. Sound effect is amazing with incredible details in this game, if you notice you'll be amazed.

    Gameplay is largely the same with 1, which isn't really good or bad. The battles gradually become repetitive and uninviting in my opinion, looks to me they are mostly for the purpose of supporting a 25 hour benchmark.

    OK then the story, it shared the same issue with 1, and all other ND games - a lot of the smaller drama seems exaggerated or pushed, like watching a 7-scored US tv drama. There are choices that people in real world people normally wouldn't make, and hence emotions that couldn't resonate with players. However, I think what's admirable here is that, like all good stories, the storyteller attempted to convey something bigger than the story itself, in this aspect TLoU2 did a good job. The story dived deeply into the discussion of how different opinions among humans easily turns into fights and massacres, even among those with a kind heart, or with good intentions. The 2 protagonists share the same regarding where they came from (revenge), had fierce fights, killed each others' loved ones, fought to near death for both, and eventually letting each other go. This revelation, despite the plot holes in order to achieve it, is heroic.

    Sadly it's hard to balance everything with one story, we did lose consistent character arcs for almost all characters (some moments between Ellie and Joel is still touching), empty new characters, and insufficient explanation for players who are expecting what will happen for the world in the game. I agree with many other reviews that Abby, being both the bad person and the secondary protagonist, needs way more backstory - however also not an easy thing though. So, I think it's already a decent balance of what the director wanted to say and deliver a consistent and convincing story.    … Expand
  36. TwinkieGorilla
    Jul 3, 2020
    8
    This is easily the most compelling, affecting and daring story and narrative in video-game history. I balked at some of the choices at first, only to find myself admitting I was wrong in the end. The people review-bombing this game have a lot of growing and self-reflection to do before they get to the place Ellie gets herself, by the game's end. I gave this an 8 instead of a 10 becauseThis is easily the most compelling, affecting and daring story and narrative in video-game history. I balked at some of the choices at first, only to find myself admitting I was wrong in the end. The people review-bombing this game have a lot of growing and self-reflection to do before they get to the place Ellie gets herself, by the game's end. I gave this an 8 instead of a 10 because while I feel the way about the story that I do, there are some issues with the gameplay-loop that bug me in a handful of ways. That said, I feel the combat and stealth mechanics are a vast improvement over the previous game.… Expand
  37. SarusMindfury
    Jun 29, 2020
    8
    People complains about "review bombing" but then a lot try to review build puting a 10/10... and it isnt
    Start from the beginnig: is a sequel and is story driven. Yes, you could like gameplay in TLOU but the main punch was in the story. Some can rate the game cause its "meh" gameplay or beautiful graphics, but if the story doesnt punch over... it lost over the first deliver.
    Here you    People complains about "review bombing" but then a lot try to review build puting a 10/10... and it isnt
    Start from the beginnig: is a sequel and is story driven. Yes, you could like gameplay in TLOU but the main punch was in the story. Some can rate the game cause its "meh" gameplay or beautiful graphics, but if the story doesnt punch over... it lost over the first deliver.
    Here you dont have a choise, the story and the storytelling devolved from the first game. The game felt, at least for me, stretched at least ten hours trying to get us into some bad developed characters so we lost 40% of our time, a shame.
    Then: is a 0 game? No. Is a 10/10 game? Neither. A 3.7? That would be a BAD game, and it isnt for me. Being a 7 a nice game, it have a little more than a nice game, but if it was a good sequel to the first game probably would deserve a 9 or 10    … Expand
  38. Angelo_Cookie
    Jun 22, 2020
    8
    Last of Us part 2 is breathtaking when it comes to it’s visuals and the atmosphere! The story..... I’m aware that everyone’s biggest complaint when it comes to TLOU2 especially with how it ended (no spoilers) but if you remember the first game also had a very divisive ending but I actually thought it was brilliant! Yes, I can agree part 2’s story wasn’t as well written as the first gameLast of Us part 2 is breathtaking when it comes to it’s visuals and the atmosphere! The story..... I’m aware that everyone’s biggest complaint when it comes to TLOU2 especially with how it ended (no spoilers) but if you remember the first game also had a very divisive ending but I actually thought it was brilliant! Yes, I can agree part 2’s story wasn’t as well written as the first game but I still found it entertaining and it DEFINITELY had some serious compelling character moments that can’t be denied. I’m very anxious to see where it all goes next Only true criticism I have against the game is that I don’t like killing dogs in the game… Expand
  39. headshoter77
    Jul 2, 2020
    8
    Gameplay 9/10 - Refreshing and Engaging combat, amazing fun exploration never had a moment of bore, just not a 10 because it wasn't perfect and it didn't necesseraily add much to the part 1 gameplay

    Environments and Setting 10/10 - Just perfect, everything is so well done, every section seems differnt and worthwile, made the exploration feel so fluid Graphics and Lighting 10/10 -    Gameplay 9/10 - Refreshing and Engaging combat, amazing fun exploration never had a moment of bore, just not a 10 because it wasn't perfect and it didn't necesseraily add much to the part 1 gameplay

    Environments and Setting 10/10 - Just perfect, everything is so well done, every section seems differnt and worthwile, made the exploration feel so fluid

    Graphics and Lighting 10/10 - Simply the best I've ever seen in videogames, EVER

    Soundtrack and Audio 10/10 - Just like the first game, it is absolutely perfect, it adds so much to every moment, weahter it's combat, a cutscene, or just exploration, it always brings so much life into the game. Bravo Gustavo, once again.

    Acting 10/10 - It wasn't because of the actors that the story failed, they were just perfect, especially (obviously) Ashley, but Laura Bailey did an amazing job as always

    Narrative 5/10 - First 15 hours were amazing, the 10 hours that followed were a complete mess, I found myself rushing towards the end cause I couldn't give a **** about the story they were trying to tell us.

    (Ending 9/10) - I just simply loved it. I cried so much at the final scene. If it wasn't for the poor execution on the second part of the game, this would be a 10, and the story could easily be 8 or 9. But it isn´t

    Final Thoughts: Although the narrative has issues in its pacing and decisions, this was still one of the best experiences I had with a videogame in a long time (probably since part 1). And even tho the story isn't as good as the first one, the overall experience was worth every second. You just don't find this kindof quality in games often, so you should apreciate Naughty Dog for still investing in these games with engaging and emotive narrative, combining it with oustanding visuals and gameplay

    I want to give it a 9 for all that it did well, but because the story is so important in these kind of games, I can't rate it higher than 8.    … Expand
  40. JANUSNAVARRETE
    Jun 27, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Para mi es un juego de 7.5 o 8, porque? Les cuento como es este juego con lo que he visto y jugado. Como juego es de 10 en todos sus aspectos: banda sonora, fisicas, combate, creacion de elementos, mejora de habilidades, etc. Ahora la historia (SPOILERS) Todo comienza despues de cuatro años desde que Joel y Ellie escaparan del hospital donde estaban las luciernagas, Ahora estaban en Jackson, viviendo tranquilamente, hasta que despues de 3hs de juego muere Joel de una forma estupida, y yo me quede como quiero saber el porque (que se los voy a explicar mas adelante). Empieza la aventura de venganza para Ellie buscando a los responsables, quien el verdugo es Abby, despues de una forma inesperada cambiamos de personaje, ahora manejamos a Abby, despues de la muerte de Joel, quien quiere tener una vida "tranquila". Mediante flashbacks de Abby comenzamos a entender el porque quizo matar Joel, y esto es cuando la historia fue forzada, que dada la casualidad de que uno de los doctores era el padre de Abby. Y ahi decimos "Ah okey ahora entiendo el porque, pero no me obligues seguir jugando con Abby, porque no llegue a conectar con el personaje". Y para odiarla mas tengo que pelear con Ellie, y con la rabia que tenia me dejaba que me matara Ellie y despues segui con la historia y sufriendo, pegandole a Ellie. Despues vemos que Ellie formo una familia con Dina y JJ en una granja, pero no todo es felicidad. Ellie quedo traumada por la muerte de Joel y reinicio su venganza en busca de la persona que le quito la unica figura paterna. No voy a contar mas sobre Abby (queda claro que no me gusto el personaje). La encuentra despues de unos meses en una playa casi moribunda con Lev. Y LA LIBERA!!!! yo me quede como "que haces Ellie volale la cabeza!!!". Pero despues de unos segundos comienzan a pelear y Ellie estaba a punto de matarla pero... Ellie tubo un flashback con Joel un dia antes de su muerte y.... otra vez la libera. No logre entender, todo ese viaje para que, sacrificaste a tu familia, por tu venganza!? Pero despues de un par de dias y con la mente en blanco, no era un final tan malo, osea, quieren dejar un mensaje con el final y lo lograron, pero necesitas una cierta capacidad para entender el mensaje. Piensen en esto, tardan 7 años para la parte 2, sera por algo a que llegaron a ese final. Pero bueno es mi opinion y cada uno lo toma como quiere. Mi puntuacion de este gran juego es 8. No digo mas.… Expand
  41. Envyy
    Jun 19, 2020
    8
    Would've been perfect if it wasn't for the lazy writing in some parts but overall it's really good sequel and surpass the first in everything except the writing
  42. CeeBeeGeeBee
    Jun 23, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. What this game does well, it does very well. The graphics are phenomenal and the environments are beautiful. The gameplay itself is quintessentially Naughty Dog and it always feels like it’s struggling between a shooter, an adventure game and an RPG. The addition of a dodge button feels a little forced (I’ve never come across a game using L1 to dodge) and, at times, it can lead to very annoying game overs.

    Where the game really falls down is the plot -- for me it wasn’t so much the content that annoyed me but the order. Naughty Dog shot themselves in the foot by making gamers believe that this was a game about Joel and Ellie, and that they’d be spending all their time with the pair on an adventure like the first game. It’s ironic that Naughty Dog wanted to hide Abby as a playable character before release when, really, that part of the story should have come first, instead of painting Abby as the antagonist and then expecting the player to hold any empathy towards her.

    Instead, imagine playing as Abby in Seattle for the first half of the game, only to discover that Ellie was behind killing her friends. Then flashback to Jackson and the event that started Ellie’s quest for revenge. That would have made me want to care about Abby more and maybe feel slightly better about Ellie’s actions, instead of turning the whole thing into some ‘dig two graves’ revenge story.

    There are also things in the story that either should have been fleshed out a lot more or completely discarded. The Seraphites were made to be a much bigger deal than they turned out to be and, ultimately we didn’t learn a lot about them. And the third act? (I honestly don’t know if it can even be called that) I felt like it was only half there, like someone forgot to put the rest of Abby and Lev’s story into the game.

    I enjoyed the game, I don’t understand why it was being sold as ‘not fun’ when, ultimately, it is what it is; a game. It’s not high art. And that’s the point that no one seems to want to admit. And I think the notion that it was trying to push some agenda is, frankly, laughable. The only agenda I saw in this game is that people can be petty and pretty terrible to each other (ironically, the backlash against this game has kind of proved Naughty Dog right on that one).

    It’s hard not to feel misled about what the game was supposed to be, but does that make it a bad game? No. Does that make it a bad sequel? Maybe. Yes, the plot had holes in it and it had lots of elements that fans of the original didn’t like but does it deserve to be called the worst game ever? No. Should you play it if you’re a hardcore fan of the original? That’s up to you.

    The Last of Us Part 2 is a new game, it’s a different game. If you want more of the same as the first game then you might be disappointed. I liked the first game, and I enjoyed this one despite its flaws. I didn’t go into this expecting perfection just like I don’t replay the first game and experience perfection (let’s be honest, seven years on, the first game is janky and annoying to play, even if the story is amazing).

    All in all, it’s not a bad game, people just need to get over it and Naughty Dog need to get over themselves. Neil Druckmann need to take a seat next to David Cage, Peter Molyneux and Sean Murrey, and try to understand that games are divisive and the way that this game was handled caused most of this drama.    … Expand
  43. LuisOrtiz42
    Jun 29, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A pesar de todo lo que se había comentado decidí jugarlo y establecer una opinión personal del juego. No es malo como todo mundo lo quiere hacer ver, el hecho de que la muerte de Joel se de en un momento tan temprano es lo que desencadena toda la trama del juego y para mí su muerte es algo que podría pasarle tarde o temprano pues cuantas personas no mató durante su camino en TLOU1.
    De ahí en adelante el juego es cierto que por parte se vuelve demasiado tedioso siguiendo un largo ciclo: Matar-avanzar un poco-matar- avanzar un poco. Creo que se pudieron ahorrar varias horas de juego si esto no pasara.
    Mucha gente igual se queja de que te "obliguen" a jugar con Abby y yo siento que es parte fundamental para comprender el porque de su odio a Joel, incluso creo que la historia de Abby se vuelve más interesante en ciertos momentos que la de Ellie haciéndote reflexionar con ella, no le llamemos empatizar porque todos la odiamos y la seguiremos odiando por lo que le hizo a Joel pero al menos el juego te intenta dar la perspectiva desde su punto de vista.
    Llego al final de mi review con el final del juego, la verdad pensé que después de aparecer en una nueva casa, con JJ y Dina en ella se terminaba todo pero de repente llega Tommy con nueva información del paradero de Abby y nos volvemos a embarcar con Ellie a la ciudad de Santa Bárbara. En esta parte encontramos a Abby y Lev en un estado deplorable y aquí comienza la pelea final donde ambas con más impetu que fuerza se intentan matar, cuando parecía que Ellie ahogaría a Abby le llega el recuerdo de Joel y decide soltarla, dejándola escapar en una lancha junto a Lev. En esta parte me hubiera gustado que después de tanto viaje que hizo Ellie, matara mínimo a Abby pero igual puedo comprender hasta cierto punto el porque de su decisión de no hacerlo. El hecho de matarla ya no remediaría todo lo que pasó a lo largo del viaje, Ellie dejaría a su suerte a Lev, tal como Abby la dejó a ella al momento que mató a Joel.
    Finalmente, en el epílogo Ellie regresa a su casa para darse cuenta que Dina ya no está y no hay nada en la casa más que sus pertenencias, incluida su guitarra la cuál intenta tocar pero al haber perdido dos dedos que le fueron arrancados de parte de Abby ya no suena igual, es ahí donde se da cuenta que lo ha perdido todo, incluso el único vínculo que tenía con Joel.

    Conclusión: Este un gran juego, con una historia más allá de la inclusión, no se le acerca al primero claramente pero si trae una historia que definitivamente es digna de llevar el nombre del juego original    … Expand
  44. Wweald
    Jun 27, 2020
    8
    This game is great, the gameplay is much better than the first game. The characters are great, the story is good but not as compelling as the first games. People are just triggered by some of the plot points and are riding the hate train caused by the leaks, it's ridiculous.
  45. MarcIsHere
    Jun 20, 2020
    8
    It's good. It's not perfect and certainly not a 10. But it's good. Absolutely worth buying on day 1, full-price and will be a great bargain next year. I do know why some people aren't digging it and I do know that some people don't like some hidden agendas that may or may not actually be there. But is this worth playing? Absolutely. Don't listen to the hate, don't eat up the hype, play itIt's good. It's not perfect and certainly not a 10. But it's good. Absolutely worth buying on day 1, full-price and will be a great bargain next year. I do know why some people aren't digging it and I do know that some people don't like some hidden agendas that may or may not actually be there. But is this worth playing? Absolutely. Don't listen to the hate, don't eat up the hype, play it and make your own mind up.… Expand
  46. 09havocworm
    Jul 3, 2020
    8
    I really enjoyed this game. The gameplay was alright but the story was pretty good in my opinion. I liked the characters. I also thought it really built on what happened in the first game. It is not as good as the first but still really good.
  47. New_Horizons10
    Jun 19, 2020
    8
    Iniziamo a dire come stanno realmente le cose. Entrambi i voti (sia quello degli utenti che quello delle testate giornalistiche) sono errati. Quella che segue è la vera recensione di Parte 2.

    COMPARTO TECNICO Uno degli aspetti ingiustamente gonfiati dai giornali videoludici è la grafica di gioco. Parliamoci chiaro: quest'ultima risulta essere in gran parte spettacolare, come lo è    Iniziamo a dire come stanno realmente le cose. Entrambi i voti (sia quello degli utenti che quello delle testate giornalistiche) sono errati. Quella che segue è la vera recensione di Parte 2.

    COMPARTO TECNICO
    Uno degli aspetti ingiustamente gonfiati dai giornali videoludici è la grafica di gioco. Parliamoci chiaro: quest'ultima risulta essere in gran parte spettacolare, come lo è sempre stata in qualsiasi altro gioco di Naughty Dog, ma non è nulla che faccia gridare al miracolo (al contrario di come viene dipinto nelle recensioni su YouTube). Spiccano il fantastico sistema di illuminazione e il colpo d'occhio di certe aree di gioco, entrambi (nella maggior parte dei casi) superiori a quelli visti negli ultimi Uncharted. A questa bellezza si oppone un ENORME (ma mai discusso) downgrade delle texture e della densità poligonale di certi elementi degli scenari, soprattutto negli spazi chiusi. Qualità dei riflessi decente e pop-up moderato. Per quanto riguarda le animazioni ci si attesta sicuramente su livelli molto alti, rappresentando queste ultime l'unico vero e significativo passo in avanti compiuto dal comparto tecnico.
    Voto: 7,5/10.

    TRAMA
    Onde evitare di offendere qualcuno, meglio essere brevi. Non c'è ragione al mondo di portare su schermo scene come quelle che si sono viste in Parte 2, a prescindere dall'obiettivo che il team di sviluppo tenta di raggiungere. Qui non si parla di una critica rivolta esclusivamente al gioco, ma anche a quei film e serie TV che fanno eccessiva leva su scene di sesso spinte. Insomma, esistono dei siti apposta per questo, o sbaglio? La chimica sviluppatasi tra Ellie e Dina o tra Abby e Owen avrebbe potuto tranquillamente rimanere invariata, anche senza la presenza di queste scene decisamente SUPERFLUE. Neil Druckmann intendeva far uscire il videogioco dalla sua "gabbia" di puro intrattenimento, rendendo la sua creazione più simile a qualche opera della settima arte? Beh, allora ha scelto di implementare proprio gli aspetti peggiori di quest'ultima, all'interno del suo gioco. Per non parlare di altre scene che legittimano l'uso di stupefacenti. Anche questo fa parte della vostra tanto ambita politica "progressista"? Al di là di queste specifiche scene, la trama risulta piuttosto povera, tuttavia il gioco guadagna un punto grazie alla sua ottima narrazione. Le tematiche trattate possono sembrare giuste o sbagliate a seconda del pensiero politico che si ha nei confronti del movimento LGBT, tuttavia queste ultime sono riportate in maniera esagerata, malata, distorta ed eccessivamente ostentata.
    Voto: 4/10 (a essere generosi).

    GAMEPLAY
    Punto focale del gioco, oltre che aspetto erroneamente meno pubblicizzato. Parte 2 porta con sè una serie di innovazioni significative come il nuovo sistema di stealth analogico e la rete di relazioni sociali tra i nemici. Fortunatamente, quasi tutto il gameplay del primo capitolo viene riproposto, e ancor più fortunatamente viene anche ampliato. Vengono introdotti nuovi nemici infetti, oltre che delle vere e proprie unità cinofile. Nuovo sistema di progressione delle abilità e delle armi (che ora include anche una serie di modifiche visibili graficamente), molto più efficaci rispetto a quelli del primo capitolo. Introdotti anche un maggior numero di armi e fasi esplorative molto più libere e profonde, che tuttavia mantengono una ricchezza di contenuti invidiabile, oltre che una serie di aree esplorabili in via del tutto facoltativa. Introdotti numerosi nuovi collezionabili e "puzzle game" da risolvere. Se si potesse dare 11 al gameplay, lo si farebbe.
    Voto: 10/10.

    AMBIENTAZIONE
    Sempre molto ricca, varia e, a modo suo, dettagliata. L'ambientazione principale è Seattle, che già meriterebbe parecchio per via della mancanza di sue rappresentazioni nel panorama videoludico. Al di là di questo, comunque, la città viene rappresentata in maniera egregia e fedele, mostrandosi in una eccellente versione post apocalittica, in cui la natura inizia a riprendersi ciò che gli spetta. Che si tratti dello stato di Washington e dei suoi edifici coperti di vegetazione, o delle montagne del Wyoming, l'atmosfera di disperazione e abbandono che Naughty Dog tenta di rappresentare è sempre presente e opprimente. Una delle migliori ambientazioni/atmosfere presenti nel mondo dei videogiochi.
    Voto: 9/10.

    Quindi: (7,5 + 4 + 10 + 9) / 4 = 7,6.

    Questo è il voto che spetta a The Last of Us Parte 2: non 10 e nemmeno 3.

    Non lasciatevi ingannare da votazioni dettate dalla rabbia degli altri player, così come dalla falsità dei giornali videoludici. In particolare a questi ultimi dico: dovreste aiutare il consumatore a decidere sull'eventuale acquisto di un prodotto, non pubblicizzandolo ingannevolmente, ma riportando la realtà dei fatti. I vostri voti non dovrebbero essere dettati dall'opinione pubblica nei vostri confronti, nè da affiliazione politica. Pensateci. E parlate anche di Abby la prossima volta, eh?    … Expand
  48. Oscar_wao
    Jul 5, 2020
    8
    The Last of Us Part two is an invocative tale about vengeance and forgiveness. About heroes and villains. within broader context; while Ellie is in a position where she is special and unique, she is definitely not the hero of the story.

    By the end of the game I didn't feel a great need to cry, but I did feel a great deal of shame and disappointment. Disappointment that Ellie would be    The Last of Us Part two is an invocative tale about vengeance and forgiveness. About heroes and villains. within broader context; while Ellie is in a position where she is special and unique, she is definitely not the hero of the story.

    By the end of the game I didn't feel a great need to cry, but I did feel a great deal of shame and disappointment. Disappointment that Ellie would be too slow to learn forgiveness. Disappointment in yet another mainstream video game's gay romance leading to ruin. Disappointment in myself for expecting anything other than a nihilistic revenge fantasy.    … Expand
  49. Fox_Vanilla
    Jun 30, 2020
    8
    *Spoiler free review* I went into The Last of Us Part II with an open mind and you'll need one also to get the most out of this game. First of all to address the hate the game is receiving regarding the story: Naughty Dog shows blatant and extreme disregard for players attachments to the previous main characters of the first game. At first this seems like you're playing a bad dream and*Spoiler free review* I went into The Last of Us Part II with an open mind and you'll need one also to get the most out of this game. First of all to address the hate the game is receiving regarding the story: Naughty Dog shows blatant and extreme disregard for players attachments to the previous main characters of the first game. At first this seems like you're playing a bad dream and you're waiting and hoping to wake up from it. If you remain in this mindset and don't think critically then you WILL hate the direction Naughty Dog have taken. If you can think critically however it all will make sense at the end although you may still have some conflicting emotions. Remind yourself that the world of Last of Us is absolutely brutal and cruel and the story decisions made by Naughty Dog reflect this reality. There are no free passes in the Last of Us apocalypse. Although I do wish one free pass was given....

    The gameplay itself is spot on and a perfect refinement of the first game. What surprised me the most was the sheer size of the game. Just when you think it's going to end it keeps going and going resulting in 25 hours plus of gameplay - which is great value for money! Developers such as Capcom with their abysmally short 4 hour Resident Evil 3 "remake" which sells for the same price as The Last Of Us Part II have been put on notice. As for the graphics they are absolutely incredible and are the best seen on PlayStation 4. Naughty Dog has given the console a beautiful send off by unlocking every drop of the PlayStation 4's potential as the generation draws to a close. I played on a PS4 Pro on a 65" HDR OLED television and I was regularly transfixed by the photorealistic graphical fidelity and physics. The HDR implementation is subtle but very effective creating nice contrast ratios. The game renders at 30fps 1440p on PS4 Pro and 30fps 1080p on base PS4. Sound design is also amazing. I highly recommend playing the first game before jumping into The Last of Us Part II as so you'll have the complete experience. Overall you simply owe it to yourself if you're a PlayStation 4 owner to play The Last of Us series. Controversy aside, I highly recommend The Last of Us Part II. It is a harrowing, emotional and brutal experience much like life itself.

    8/10 only because I wish story was not as unforgiving and savage as it was to a character from the first game....    … Expand
  50. Hepero
    Dec 27, 2021
    8
    The story was pretty bad, but gameplay was very good on hardest difficulty.
  51. ForgetFulFalcon
    Jun 19, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The travel was so beautiful the story of ellie was meh but not bad , the thing that i didnt like was the story of abby because it just full the game and didnt put nothing in the history i just play like abby because it was the unique form that she can die. Otherwise the game is great with beautiful landscapes and good gameplay. P.S : Joel need a better death… Expand
  52. theenchantedwon
    Jun 26, 2020
    8
    I won't spoil, but man what a wild ride. After playing and loving The Last Of Us on PlayStation 3, and playing the remaster again on PlayStation 4, I was super excited for this game. After finishing, I can safety say that this was a great follow up. The new charterers were awesome, and so were the returning ones. There were constant surprises in story, and game play. Combat was improvedI won't spoil, but man what a wild ride. After playing and loving The Last Of Us on PlayStation 3, and playing the remaster again on PlayStation 4, I was super excited for this game. After finishing, I can safety say that this was a great follow up. The new charterers were awesome, and so were the returning ones. There were constant surprises in story, and game play. Combat was improved from the last title, and this game made me feel good, bad, hatred, guilty, and everything in between. Although there were a few things i personally would've changed, i can easily say that i enjoyed myself while playing, and appreciated this wild conclusion to one of my favorite stories on PlayStation. The visuals were insane as well. Really made me appreciate Naughty Dog and what they're able to do with limited hardware. (I played the game on a PS4 Slim). Was it what i expected? No. Was it worth it? Hell yeah. What a game.… Expand
  53. Juanbrocritizic
    Jun 30, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game, visually and technically is nothing but a masterpiece.
    The visuals, the lightings, the psychics, it's all near just perfect and honestly the fact that this was done for the ps4 is mind blowing. 10/10 when it comes to graphics, art direction and all.

    The gameplay is not much more different from the first part, a few changes and more open battle areas, it's an improvement.

    The story is where it falls a bit on it's face, to me, the story wasn't even half as bad as people made it out to be, but it was far from perfect, now for the first 10-15 hours of the game you play as Ellie, and **** happens, Joel literally dies in one of the worst ways possible, that left me with a sour taste in my mouth for a while after it happened, I fell like Joel should've died in a more badass, if it weren't for your friends I would've **** you up kinda way.

    Then the Ellie section (Seattle day 1-3) was absolutely great, it was a slow buildup to revenge, seeing the characters go through horrible **** all the way up until we see Abby and then we cut to the Abby section

    The Abby section was just ****ty pacing in my opinion, you pulled out all the adrenaline the player had from that moment and just had them play as Abby, and that's where i think this game (rightfully) gets a lot of **** It's hard to get into because you wanna know what happens to Ellie and Tommy, and where the **** is Dina??

    Now, apart from that the Abby section, was meh, it was interesting to see all that **** from a different perspective, but it felt like this was some type of DLC or some **** like if I was playing TLOU3 not 2, the characters where alright, Manny was a funny guy, and was kinda suprised when he got shot like that by Tommy, ****ing hated Mel, Nora and **** Owen was a chill dude, Yara was alright, and i just felt bad for Lev, for all the **** they went trough.

    Then when the Ellie vs Abby fight happened I got a bit angry, i kinda wanted Abby to die even after playing a whole section of her, so seeing Ellie get **** like that really pissed me off.

    In the end, when Ellie was in the farm with Dina, after like 4 years later, I was just confused, I was lost, asking myself what the **** just went on? That whole scene was just confusion, and when Ellie went back out for revenge I kinda was on the same boat, but understood why Dina would be so sad.

    Then we reach the final area, by far the weirdest part of the story, so this new faction gets introduced, the rattlers, they're **** and we really never get explained why, they beat the **** out of Abby and Lev and after a few months or years?? Ellie finds them, she frees Abby and at the last moment decides to fight her, the fight itself was executed almost perfectly, it was hard to watch, two characters who have been through hell just fighting finally, as much as I didn't like Abby, I still knew that she's been through ****ing hell, and in the end, Ellie let's her go (after Abby bites of two of her fingers lol) I don't know if I personally wouldn't do it, but i could see why, after all, if Ellie killed Abby, then Lev would have a reson to kill him, then once JJ is older they'll go after Lev and that would just be a ****storm wouldn't it haha

    All jokes aside, the ending was pretty confusing to, the audience is left with a ****ton of questions.
    Where the hell did Dina go? Where is Ellie going? Where is Abby going? What the **** is going on?

    A bit more of closure would've been nice but whatever.

    Overall TL;DR: The game starts good, but once the Abby section starts, the game never quite recovers from it. Then after the Ellie vs Abby fight, the story just gets straight up confusing.

    The reason I give this game a 8? The visuals are ****ing fantastic, the acting, the lightning, the psychics, and the gameplay are all pretty interesting.
    The story meanwhile lacks a bit, it's a good story, but compared to the first one, it's just mediocre.    … Expand
  54. Al3_aguilar
    Jun 25, 2020
    8
    Good game I guess, but there are some problems that make the game feel empty (the story is the major problem here). It a meh or good game, but it could have been way better.
  55. Redmighty18
    Jul 4, 2020
    8
    This game is graphically amazing with superb animation and music that co exist with its theme. The story has some (minor and major) problem with pacing, lack of set pieces with Ellie's side of the story, manipulating ways that force you to like Abby, alot coincidence and a lack of well flashed out characters. What makes this game really great is that how well it sticks to its theme ofThis game is graphically amazing with superb animation and music that co exist with its theme. The story has some (minor and major) problem with pacing, lack of set pieces with Ellie's side of the story, manipulating ways that force you to like Abby, alot coincidence and a lack of well flashed out characters. What makes this game really great is that how well it sticks to its theme of revenge and especially the cycle of it and how the characters end up in the end of it. It's not a black and white game but a game which is coloured and it up too you to find the colours : ie hidden messages. Theses hidden implicit meaning behind the story makes this game truely special.… Expand
  56. MajorKusanagi
    Jun 22, 2020
    8
    For starters: The start of the game: Absolutely brilliant as twists and turns.
    The characters are rather interesting except a few.
    The scenario I prefer not to talk about it because it is lower than that of the 1st.

    In the end it is a good game but it lacks this thing that the 1st had.
  57. camuichan
    Jun 19, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. good game. There is nothing more to say about a masterpiece. I'm already waiting to finish the game and see the end… Expand
  58. MasterYuco
    Jun 25, 2020
    8
    Just play it and enjoy the story! Something you shouldn't be worried about are these ratings. .. Just play it and enjoy the story !!! This game will lead you through a wild and passioned story, where you will have to survive. It is an adult and mature story that will make you question your actions in the game and in real life. I mean, it is a brave game as it introduces themes that touchJust play it and enjoy the story! Something you shouldn't be worried about are these ratings. .. Just play it and enjoy the story !!! This game will lead you through a wild and passioned story, where you will have to survive. It is an adult and mature story that will make you question your actions in the game and in real life. I mean, it is a brave game as it introduces themes that touch sensibilities and you must have stomach to handle this. I don't think it seeks to please everyone either, it simply seeks to exist and generate a conversación. The work on the characters, their variants and how they evolve in the story is brilliant, Nothing is what it seems and everything has a reason. It does not hurt to talk about its technical features which are very well done and with a lot of detail. The gameplay is quite advanced and the game itself is fun. For me, the bad thing would definitely be AI system and the stealth system, I think they could be more realistic. In addition to that, the way of the game of getting from a place to the othe is very complicated, some places are just there to get lost, but you might consider that it gives a realistic touch to the context where the story unfolds.… Expand
  59. Mattia9336
    Jul 1, 2020
    8
    A good game. However I didn't like the story as much as the first game, and I didn't like the finale at all. Technically is a masterpiece.
  60. Doctor9068
    Jun 28, 2020
    8
    Гениальная, в плане геймплея, игра!! Все остальное тоже хорошо, но меркнет на фоне геймплея...). Ну разве что сюжет так себе, хуже первой части
  61. GamerFCG
    Aug 5, 2020
    8
    RESEÑA The Last of Us Part II

    Los videojuegos se han convertido en un medio único y distintivo al momento de transmitir historias y emociones, esto gracias a la conexión que puede llegar a tener el jugador con nuestro protagonista o el mundo que lo rodea, ya sea por la atmosfera, música, historia e interactividad de los juegos. Podemos ir desde la bella, sensible y minimalista narrativa    RESEÑA The Last of Us Part II

    Los videojuegos se han convertido en un medio único y distintivo al momento de transmitir historias y emociones, esto gracias a la conexión que puede llegar a tener el jugador con nuestro protagonista o el mundo que lo rodea, ya sea por la atmosfera, música, historia e interactividad de los juegos. Podemos ir desde la bella, sensible y minimalista narrativa de ICO hasta la emotiva redención de Arthur Morgan en Red Dead Redemption 2. Juegos que de alguna u otra forma nos han tocado el corazón, pero si hablamos de todo esto no podemos dejar de lado a The Last of Us, el cual nos cautivó de igual forma por su maravillosa historia y personajes, pero ahora con su secuela recién estrenada, llegan las reflexiones, por una parte, sobre la dualidad, el ying y el yang, el bien y el mal, lo blanco y lo negro ¿realmente eso existe? Y por otra parte sobre las consecuencias inevitables. The Last of Us Parte II llego para poner en la mesa estos dos pensamientos, y no solo me refiero en la historia que se nos cuenta, sino también en el producto propio. ¿Pero por qué digo esto? ¿Realmente The Last of Us Parte II fue una decepción? O ¿Logra lo mismo que su primera parte?

    The Last of Us Parte II se arriesga y tiene la ambición de contar una historia desgarradora y con momentos muy fuertes, que te hará sentir una catarata de emociones, como muy pocos juegos lo hacen, trata temas muy importantes en la actualidad y sigue teniendo cosas muy bien construidas, cosas que son de elogiar. Pero peca de tener una mala estructura de guion y varios personajes mal desarrollados. Eso sumado a unas muy cuestionables decisiones de dirección narrativa hacen en su conjunto una historia polémica y ambiciosa, pero con fallos en la ejecución, que la dejan por debajo de lo contado en The Last of Us Parte I

    The Last of Us Parte II es el videojuego con mejores gráficas y diseño artístico que hay actualmente en el medio, Todo aspecto tiene un detalle obsesivo por la perfección y logran de una manera impecable hacer una experiencia inmersiva, cruda y muy real.

    El aspecto sonoro es otro punto en donde se muestra la enorme calidad del estudio Naughty Dog y de todas las personas involucradas.

    The Last of Us Parte II es un juego ambicioso que busca reflejar las emociones mas bellas y oscuras del ser humano, con una historia fuerte, arriesgada y con un buen mensaje pero que en el proceso peca de varios fallos flagrantes que llegan a afectar al impacto de la misma. Aun así, también nos regala una obra técnica de otro nivel, plagado de miles de detalles estéticos, sonoros y jugables. Un gameplay que mejora y expande lo mostrado en su primera parte, que logra mantenerte envuelto en su mundo crudo y violento. Un juego muy bueno, imperfecto y poco ortodoxo que busca llegar a sitios aun no explorados en el medio, eso es The Last of Us Parte II    … Expand
  62. Mantastic69
    Dec 15, 2021
    8
    The biggest beef I have with this game is that it is boring in places to play , I didn’t mind playing as Abby as u get a different perspective on the world but man the parts where u simply walk around chatting and looking at things in a room just are time fillers for the sake of being that and add nothing to the game
  63. Fab_Ulous
    Jun 21, 2020
    8
    I don't understand the haters and why to buy a game from Naughty Dog and critized the style of Naughty Dog... This is the same gameplay (a little improved), another ideas and a new story in the world of TLOU..
  64. mjohnstonmedia
    Jun 21, 2020
    8
    First I want to say screw every review bomber that did not play the game.

    Although the full flow and story (mainly the second half) way more bloated than it needed to be, I was able to appreciate and enjoy what they were going for.

    Get this game for the gameplay, which for me tops the gameplay from TLOU 1 in every aspect.
  65. MTW1
    Jul 29, 2020
    8
    A flawed game but at the end of the day I really liked it, not as much as the 1st one but it still scratches the sequel itch nicely. There are so maybe knee-jerk reactions reviews on here, a lot of these were from people who clearly didn't play the game rushed through it in order how to put up a scathing review, this is not a game that should be played quickly.
    If you like the first one    A flawed game but at the end of the day I really liked it, not as much as the 1st one but it still scratches the sequel itch nicely. There are so maybe knee-jerk reactions reviews on here, a lot of these were from people who clearly didn't play the game rushed through it in order how to put up a scathing review, this is not a game that should be played quickly.
    If you like the first one don't dismiss this outright because of the naysayers.    … Expand
  66. bluesweatshirt
    Jun 19, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. de no ser por el final y la no tan digna muerte de joel me hubiera gustado más.… Expand
  67. adiaz-9
    Jun 22, 2020
    8
    Personally I liked the game 80% of the way through, I feel like the leaks, expectations and love for the first game really hurt this game. People are struggling to be objective, I understand the frustrations with the story, but the gameplay is solid and in my opinion the story development is good. I say 80% because there are some slower moments when playing as Abby but overall I feltPersonally I liked the game 80% of the way through, I feel like the leaks, expectations and love for the first game really hurt this game. People are struggling to be objective, I understand the frustrations with the story, but the gameplay is solid and in my opinion the story development is good. I say 80% because there are some slower moments when playing as Abby but overall I felt engaged most of the way through. Regarding the ending, it did not bother, Ellie makes to the choice to not become the person she despises, Abby, instead she remembers Joel as she wanted to, which is her goal.

    Overall, I feel like the preconceived perception of this game and the love for the first one; coupled with some fair criticism, such as the length of Abby's part or the writing in some cases, are hurting what is in my opinion a good and solid gaming experience.    … Expand
  68. dreampunx
    Jul 16, 2020
    8
    Last of Us II's storyline and Tarantino-esque violence is a nice throwback to 70s grindhouse films. The gameplay is easy to pick up, and the beautiful environments are expansive and fun to explore. On the downside, incessant flashbacks and over-indulgent world-building severely slow down the narrative, and the game is, unfortunately, too damn long. A tighter narrative structure with aLast of Us II's storyline and Tarantino-esque violence is a nice throwback to 70s grindhouse films. The gameplay is easy to pick up, and the beautiful environments are expansive and fun to explore. On the downside, incessant flashbacks and over-indulgent world-building severely slow down the narrative, and the game is, unfortunately, too damn long. A tighter narrative structure with a more streamlined gaming experience would've made this a 9. That said this is still a very enjoyable game.… Expand
  69. KirkbyRodgers
    Jul 10, 2020
    8
    To preface my opinion, I thankfully was not spoiled by any leaks before playing this game. I also didn't read any reviews beforehand, and the last thing I viewed showing anything within this game was the gameplay trailer from E3 2018. I went out of my way to avoid spoilers, even down to any new gameplay mechanics or features, so that I could play it with as clean a slate as possible.

    I    To preface my opinion, I thankfully was not spoiled by any leaks before playing this game. I also didn't read any reviews beforehand, and the last thing I viewed showing anything within this game was the gameplay trailer from E3 2018. I went out of my way to avoid spoilers, even down to any new gameplay mechanics or features, so that I could play it with as clean a slate as possible.

    I beat the game after a week of it being out, took a break from it, and am now starting another playthrough to go for the platinum. During my first playthrough, I went from thinking this might be one of the best games I've played in the last few years to being on the fence on the last half. The main reason for that is I felt like it could've been a tad shorter, I remember pushing through areas on the latter half just wanting to know what was going to happen. I loved the gameplay loop, and I felt like it expanded on the original in many ways gameplay-wise. But while I started playing the game using stealth and working to figure out the best approach to each encounter, I eventually began just blasting my way through each area to get to the next story beat near the end. This is probably the main reason why I'm not giving it higher than an 8. I felt like I couldn't wait for it to be done, not because I hated it, but just because I was ready for it to be over after about 20-25 hrs in (my playthrough lasted 29 hrs). I felt like I'd had my fill at the point, and had to hold myself back from googling "how far am i in last of us 2?".

    I actually enjoyed the story very much, contrary to about half of all who seemed to play it. But even without seeing any spoilers, I definitely understood early on how many people probably wouldn't enjoy it. It takes chances with the story and characters that while some I didn't agree with at the time (and some I still don't) I was still enjoying the surprises and risks it was trying to take and appreciated it. Even though many people already know what happens without having even played it, I still don't want to take that experience away from anyone else so I won't get into details obviously. But I will say that the parts of the story and scenes that I enjoyed the most were when I felt like they were honoring the original and tying things together that I didn't expect. In many people's eyes, including partly in mine, it didn't succeed completely in this. But I was a fan of the original's entire story and especially the ending, and I felt like Part 2 mostly succeeded in continuing this saga (even though I wasn't completely onboard with some of the new characters and other things).

    This is a game that I feel like many people will finish like I did, just wanting it to be over. Like I said, for me it was because I felt like it was a bit too long. Some people will hate having played it because of their disagreements with the story, and I've also heard people having trouble getting through it because of the excessive violence (which isn't is a spoiler to say that there is PLENTY of violence). But I find that the more I look back on the game, the more I'm appreciating it, despite the parts that I didn't enjoy 100%. I understand what they were trying to do, and it's close to what I originally thought about the original when I first played it: this is a series that doesn't demand to be enjoyed, but does demand to be experienced.

    So I'm mostly writing this for anyone still considering whether to buy it or not, and if it's worth your time. I won't tell you whether you should enjoy it or not, I don't think anyone should do that. I'd say judging from the user review scores and general backlash, it's completely understandable to want to hold off. But if you have any inkling at all to play it, I wouldn't wait (only because you'd run the risk of being spoiled). So if you are interested at all, I'd buy it, play it, and try not to listen to extreme reviews on either end of the spectrum. Make up your own mind, but I will say that I feel like I got my money's worth, and enjoyed the experience overall.    … Expand
  70. LucasFreitas
    Jun 28, 2020
    8
    Esse jogo é um misto de sentimento, a história leva você a explorar todo seu sentimento levando você amar e odiar todos os lados dos personagens, esse sem dúvidas é o jogo mais humano possível, é uma obra de arte que leva você no final do jogo a rever tudo o que você sentiu.
  71. RingtaiLIgor
    Jun 19, 2020
    8
    I just finished the game and it's almost good. Gameplay and graphics are amazing like Red Dead Redemption 2. The story could be shorter than that but also storytelling takes you in it most of time. gameplay evolve until last game and also uncharted 4. you can you the map as a weapon and this is so real. That is might be a problem for this game because The Last Of Us Part 2 looks real,I just finished the game and it's almost good. Gameplay and graphics are amazing like Red Dead Redemption 2. The story could be shorter than that but also storytelling takes you in it most of time. gameplay evolve until last game and also uncharted 4. you can you the map as a weapon and this is so real. That is might be a problem for this game because The Last Of Us Part 2 looks real, feels real but it is not. What is that mean? If an enemy shot you and Ellie says "AAAA THAT'S REALLY HURT" it feels real but when you see the health bar this reality disappears. The last 2-3 hours could be cut off. In the end, people think about that game and what is that costs 7 years and 60 dollars: is it fair? I think yes It's fair. I played on twitch and finish in 18 hours. By the way, LGBTQ+ is not the main event from The Last of Us Part 2 and Abby is not a transgender person. She is a hetero woman. I want o say that because most of the people on the internet say those things about Abby. If you want to play an exclusive game on ps4 than lets play. We have the last Monalisa while closing Ps4 generation.… Expand
  72. bobjedibob
    Jul 17, 2020
    8
    The story is kind of hit or miss with some people but I thought it was pretty good. The main focus of the story is forgiveness so keep that in mind as you play the game. The problem with the game is you need to have a open mind before playing the game but since those leaks came out it rubbed a lot of people the wrong way. But even if the story isn’t that great for some people the gameplayThe story is kind of hit or miss with some people but I thought it was pretty good. The main focus of the story is forgiveness so keep that in mind as you play the game. The problem with the game is you need to have a open mind before playing the game but since those leaks came out it rubbed a lot of people the wrong way. But even if the story isn’t that great for some people the gameplay is so amazing and fun. It also looks beautiful too, you can see how much thought and effort was put into the game and all the little details just make the game even better. I’m pretty sad that everyone is trash talking naughty dog and even some people are getting death threats which they really don’t deserve. Idk I am going to end off with story… Expand
  73. oliveiradesouza
    Jun 25, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A única coisa que me irrita é a forma como o Joel morre. Ele fala seu nome verdadeiro pra uma pessoa estranha achando que nada poderia dar errado. Não condiz com a personalidade do Joel. Achei uma coisa muito forçada. Eu também entendo os motivos da Abby, mas eu achei todo esse processo de humanização cansativo. Poderiam investir menos tempo de jogabilidade com ela.

    Enfim, o jogo é triste e bem reflexivo. O mecanismo, gráfico, cenário, estão incríveis.    … Expand
  74. MikieChilll
    Jun 29, 2020
    8
    This game is phenomenal. This game is meant to challenge your perception. Many are saying that makes the story bad, but I’d argue the opposite. The game play is great has great additions to the first game’s game play. The graphics were fantastic and has amazing environments to travel and fight through. I only have two complaints. Towards the end the story began to drag to me, and theThis game is phenomenal. This game is meant to challenge your perception. Many are saying that makes the story bad, but I’d argue the opposite. The game play is great has great additions to the first game’s game play. The graphics were fantastic and has amazing environments to travel and fight through. I only have two complaints. Towards the end the story began to drag to me, and the ending wasn’t great in my opinion. It felt inconclusive and left you wondering well what’s going to happen next, which may have been the intention. There was something about the ending that didn’t sit well with me… Expand
  75. aquarium-cinema
    Jun 4, 2023
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Really liked this game! The writers and developers were able to create a far more relatable and real story compared to the first game in my opinion. Characters had more depth, had more motive. Consequences and decisions felt more understandable. One of the best sequels to a story I’ve ever seen. I thought the use of the timeline to explore differing perspectives was really creative and cool. The rendering of post apocalyptic Seattle was stunning. The mission when climbing over Seattle skyscrapers was breathtaking.

    Gameplay felt repetitive towards the end though. The last section of the game in Santa Barbra was a bit exhausting. Felt like things could have ended in that final scene at the theater in Seattle. Though, the cut scenes back to Ellie and Joel’s characters in the first segment were needed and well done. You feel at peace with the characters at the end. It’s a great ending. A great way to end this series.    … Expand
  76. Happysock
    Jun 22, 2020
    8
    Unfortunately had so much potential that it fails to live up to, if you liked the first one you will like this, graphics, game mechanics, tone and music are all incredible.
    Despite being a bleak world it is a joy to play

    Unfortunatly the story is a little all over the place, there is some good stuff in here its just presented really badly.

    Not terrible but certainly not perfect
  77. Leonpsx
    Jun 21, 2020
    8
    Очень своеобразная и смелая игра.Во второй половине игры прошел все стадии принятия.
  78. Lord_Garden
    Jul 4, 2020
    8
    Графика потрясающая, а если учитывать, что эта игра для PS4, то безумно интересно представить, какая же графика будет на PS5. Музыкальное сопровождение отлично передает мрачную атмосферу постапокалипсиса. Много интересных локаций, будь то метро или заброшенный магазин, локации разные, одинаковых вы не не найдете. Лично меня смутил сюжет, лично я бы сделал некоторые моменты совершенноГрафика потрясающая, а если учитывать, что эта игра для PS4, то безумно интересно представить, какая же графика будет на PS5. Музыкальное сопровождение отлично передает мрачную атмосферу постапокалипсиса. Много интересных локаций, будь то метро или заброшенный магазин, локации разные, одинаковых вы не не найдете. Лично меня смутил сюжет, лично я бы сделал некоторые моменты совершенно другими, да и некоторые персонажи( графически) оставляют желать лучшего (Эбби, здравствуй)).В целом игра норм, геймплейная составляющая, как в первой, но чуть лучше. Но сюжет...… Expand
  79. DaMy
    Jun 13, 2021
    8
    It is really difficult to simply state if the game is good or bad. The best advise I can give is just play and see for yourself.
  80. JamesonFarrell
    Oct 15, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I personally loved this game. The Ellie segments of the game were my favorite. So many cool things happened, even though it was so much different. The game was fresh and felt new to play. The first game is one of my favorite games and I've gone through the entire thing quite a few times. Although I didn't agree with some things in this title, it's still a good game. When you compare it to the first game, people can get mad because this is not as good of a game when it comes to writing. Just because it isn't as good as the first doesn't mean it a bad game. The last of us 2 is still a very good and fun game to play.… Expand
  81. Gamerrr
    Jun 29, 2020
    8
    Just a good game for me, nothing more nothing less .
    Graphics ambiance acting fantastic.
    Story and gameplay a little off here and there.
  82. GeniusDJs
    Jul 13, 2020
    8
    Хорошая игра, есть иногда неадекватный уклон в сторону женщина сильная и независимая, при этом всячески принижая мужчин. Расизм в другую сторону в общем. Но если закрыть на это глаза, игра шедевр этого поколения
  83. Sillo
    Jun 28, 2020
    8
    Игра ощущается потрясающе, боевая система, анимации, дизайн локаций, графика всё на высшем уровне. Она явно заслуживает 10/10, однако свой отпечаток здесь накладывает 2ая половина игры, с которой многие так и не смогли смириться. Очевидно, что один из основных персонажей, за которого вы играете почти половину игры, получился блеклым и не вызывает ни малейшего сочувствия или других эмоций.Игра ощущается потрясающе, боевая система, анимации, дизайн локаций, графика всё на высшем уровне. Она явно заслуживает 10/10, однако свой отпечаток здесь накладывает 2ая половина игры, с которой многие так и не смогли смириться. Очевидно, что один из основных персонажей, за которого вы играете почти половину игры, получился блеклым и не вызывает ни малейшего сочувствия или других эмоций. Возможно, если бы игра за Эбби занимала хотя бы на 20% меньше от всего игрового времени, не появлялись мысли вроде: "быстрей бы это закончилось, зачем я вообще за неё играю". Не смотря на это, в первую очередь, в игре важен геймплей, а он здесь великолепен (как за Элли, так и за Эбби), поэтому лично для меня справедлива такая оценка.… Expand
  84. praveen_gp
    Jul 19, 2020
    8
    Doesn't come close to the original in story telling and much of the messaging feels forced and is lost in translation. Strong performances, incredible graphics, music and gameplay elevate this rather somber tale that tries too hard to shock and challenge notions, however fails to explore the relationships and implications of the first game's ending in a meaningful manner. A seriouslyDoesn't come close to the original in story telling and much of the messaging feels forced and is lost in translation. Strong performances, incredible graphics, music and gameplay elevate this rather somber tale that tries too hard to shock and challenge notions, however fails to explore the relationships and implications of the first game's ending in a meaningful manner. A seriously missed opportunity with bizzare twists and plenty of plot holes and coincidences that make you squirm at times and prevents it from living up to its predecessor. By the end you're tired, frustrated and disappointed, searching for some semblance of redemption or meaning, and leaves you with the feeling that it could have been better. That said the gameplay is the strongest in the series and the set pieces are the best ever, it's a shame that the story couldn't live up to the huge expectations.… Expand
  85. agentarsen
    Jul 31, 2020
    8
    Wow! First of all, a 0-5 rating is not acceptable AT ALL and not worth discussing. You're here to rate a video game or to let out an impulsive and emotional reaction to it? Second, I don't see any point in completely changing the game play while it worked perfectly in the first one. Name a franchise that overhauled its game play in the second installment? Third, you guys watch movies/TVWow! First of all, a 0-5 rating is not acceptable AT ALL and not worth discussing. You're here to rate a video game or to let out an impulsive and emotional reaction to it? Second, I don't see any point in completely changing the game play while it worked perfectly in the first one. Name a franchise that overhauled its game play in the second installment? Third, you guys watch movies/TV series or play video games so that it teaches you something new that you don't already know and present a ground-breaking storytelling and challenges everything you believe? Then everything is garbage! Fourth, saying general terms like weak story, bad character development, plot holes and blah blah without giving actual reasons doesn't make you smarter and cooler.
    100 percent recommend it, If you, like me, want to experience and explore and not be pleased with whatever you desire to see. This game is a piece of art.
    Read more books, think for yourself, analyze with logic not emotions, love something for what it is not what you want it to be and seriously, lower your expectations.    … Expand
  86. thatsDmitry
    Jun 28, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. for most parts the game is okay, there's a difference between what we expected and what creators wanted to tell, I agree that the misleading advertisements were a terrible idea and I personally was disappointed at first, but the game overall is just fine especially the flashback scenes. Yes, Ellie didn't kill Abby, you may think she lost everything, but eventually, by saving Abby's life she breaks the cycle of violence and gets humanity.… Expand
  87. AzraelBR
    Jul 19, 2020
    8
    Gráficos muito bons, a jogalidade sem muita novidades, mas No geral tá valendo
  88. Pavel_Zakharov
    Jun 23, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Мне кажется недовольные фанаты, которые ноют как дети из за "плохой концовки" должны "позакрывать свои пердаки". Жму руку разработчикам за титанический труд, если они хотели угодить ЛГБТ, как некоторые выразились, то они сделали это в меньшей возможной мере, к тому же такой химии двух влюбленных девушек я ещё нигде не видел, это было очень мило и как по мне всё было крайне убедительно, актеры дубляжа и захвата движения постарались. Геймеры, сидящие на попе ровно, с кривой осанкой и не следящие за фигурой сразу же начали возникать "а шо это баба такая накаченная ээ, она чё трансы ыы" идут лесом, в постапоке я думаю лучше быть накаченным бойцом, чем клацать на джойстик, тем более её ведёт жажда мести за отца. На счёт мести Элли, она правильно сделала, что не убила Эбби, ей и так досталось (смерть отца, верных друзей, невинных дочки и мамы, рабство), если кто то после этого все равно хотел её убить, у вас не всё в порядке с головой. Ставлю 8 из 10, геймплей слишком нудный, бежать до кат-сцен и всё, лучше смотреть игрофильм. Если кто-то ожидал хеппи-энд, то вы конечно обосрались, все трейлеры были пронизаны безысходностью, насилием и несправедливостью, что нам и показали, эта игра не для умиления, а чтобы вы прочувствовали всю боль потерь и лишений, с которыми нам так или иначе предстоит столкнуться в этой жизни.… Expand
  89. EvriesMan
    Jul 1, 2020
    8
    Actually , it's simply a good game , and , you know , haters always gonna hate...
  90. Clawson_Strikke
    Oct 21, 2020
    8
    Would you rather they played it safe as most games/media do nowadays or you can accept what was done then form your opinion. Some of us probably had our own "villains" in life and either we got our revenge or they just walked in the end we need to move forward and that should serve as a lesson to us all.

    The game is visually beautiful, the animations in the cutscenes are amazing, the    Would you rather they played it safe as most games/media do nowadays or you can accept what was done then form your opinion. Some of us probably had our own "villains" in life and either we got our revenge or they just walked in the end we need to move forward and that should serve as a lesson to us all.

    The game is visually beautiful, the animations in the cutscenes are amazing, the gameplay is an improvement. The story is the one you'll have to decide how you'll accept it.

    Overall this game doesn't deserve the 1-5 scores that it gets as there are far more worse games out there that deserve that score and also $60 and somebody complains about the 20-30hr game time? But games having 3-5hrs and they charge you full price is "ok" lmao.

    Do i recommend it? Of course, buy it on full price, wait for a sale or borrow a friend's copy then form your own opinion.    … Expand
  91. mbregieira
    Sep 6, 2020
    8
    Technically it's the game of the year! But unfortunately a game does not survive only on graphics and level design ...
    The story is simply disappointing ... Abby is a great character, don't take me wrong ... I really had higher expectations toward the story
  92. shadeglare
    Jun 22, 2020
    8
    Like the aesthetic of the world, it looks really great and stunning. Actually It has some Silent Hill 2 vibes for me, the camera filter, dark and destructed buildings, clickers are like nurses form SH2. The skyscraper and hospital levels are impressive. Gameplay mechanics are mostly the same as in the original TLOU, the shooting part became much better. The plot has its weaknesses andLike the aesthetic of the world, it looks really great and stunning. Actually It has some Silent Hill 2 vibes for me, the camera filter, dark and destructed buildings, clickers are like nurses form SH2. The skyscraper and hospital levels are impressive. Gameplay mechanics are mostly the same as in the original TLOU, the shooting part became much better. The plot has its weaknesses and mostly like a B-movie with pathetic twists, it just will be much to tell a new story in the same setting. But the game as a game is quite nice and polished.… Expand
  93. dantephoenix
    Jun 20, 2020
    8
    Los gráficos muy bien logrados, la jugabilidad es impecable y la escenografía me agrada. La narrativa es lamentable, el concepto es estúpido y la causa inverosímil, incluso un aficionado podría escribir una historia adecuada. El final simplemente patético y nada satisfactorio.
  94. HailtothekinggW
    Jul 14, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A masterpiece arguably let down by it’s introduction of an unexpected protagonist Abby, heavy use of flashbacks which arguably spoil its pacing, and largely depressing revenge story of Ellie left struggling to cope with PTSD after witnessing the brutal execution of a beloved central character . Many of the gripes about playing the game with a new character however, become less felt once you complete the game. The new game plus further allowing you to relive the story with all your hard earned upgrades carrying over. You also have a new mode allowing you to replay combat scenarios and exploration if you don’t feel like replaying the story cutscenes and flashback sequences.

    Epic and memorable if tragic story. Great combat and exploration, great AI and intensely detailed environments. It’s a masterpiece of game but perhaps not terribly popular with fans of the first game.

    8/10    … Expand
  95. leochacha
    Jul 1, 2020
    8
    Probably the most freaked up game I ever played. By the end of the ultra-violent emotional rollercoaster my mind and soul were just numb. Even the "happy moments" are overshadowed by great darkness. In my opinion the feeling Naughty Dog were going for came through loud and clear. Arguably even to a fault... Sometimes it really felt needlessly melancholy/shocking, but there were so manyProbably the most freaked up game I ever played. By the end of the ultra-violent emotional rollercoaster my mind and soul were just numb. Even the "happy moments" are overshadowed by great darkness. In my opinion the feeling Naughty Dog were going for came through loud and clear. Arguably even to a fault... Sometimes it really felt needlessly melancholy/shocking, but there were so many moments that worked for me (including the big one in the prologue) that the more overly dramatic ones didn't ruin the experience for me. Also the graphics and gameplay are pretty good.… Expand
  96. Jaegotit
    Jun 21, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. 10 hours in an I'm I'm enjoying it Joel being killed by Abby after save her life. But the flashbacks show Joel soften up a lot an knew his days were numbered. Currently on my way to the hospital so far I enjoyed the story an game play. Most people complaining never played the game. Play it first then form your own opinion… Expand
  97. Ken-senpai-
    Jun 28, 2020
    8
    It's a good experience, but his story lacks originality and development of characters, it has a lot of options for you to play it including Audio, control and difficulty, it has a lot of replayability due to his challenge mode and New game+ also his work of art and music is flawless representing a death but yet so alive world
  98. Cochi26
    Jun 22, 2020
    8
    Je n'ai pas encore fini le jeux mais pour le moment je le trouve bien
    Quelle claque graphique
  99. Absar1033
    Jun 26, 2020
    8
    The gameplay and graphics is what the Last of us 2 shines at and the environment is also superbly executed. Some times this game gives more suspense horror moments than franchises like RE, Outlast etc. Now, The story!!!. Well Its not great, it suffers from some pacing problem and sometimes it feels like the game is a bit too long. There are some moments that were not executed well.The gameplay and graphics is what the Last of us 2 shines at and the environment is also superbly executed. Some times this game gives more suspense horror moments than franchises like RE, Outlast etc. Now, The story!!!. Well Its not great, it suffers from some pacing problem and sometimes it feels like the game is a bit too long. There are some moments that were not executed well. Overall I liked this game and recommend it to everyone.… Expand
  100. Eroslogos333
    Jul 10, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Objectively this game is a masterwork visually and audibly, and is a true testament to the ability of a studio that's dedicated to the highest of quality standards. Yet I am reluctant to say so in regards to the story. I do not believe it was poorly written nor do I think it was the mess so many other players claim it to be. It isn't as tightly structured as the last game bouncing from one person's perspective to another's rather quickly and also from one timeline to another just as fast. This is what makes its pacing a bit jumbled to some. I was able to follow right along with what I believe the author intended it to be, I'm just not that big a fan of the directions it took. There was clearly an agenda underneath the narrative that at times shines more brightly than at others. Which is fine that is the writers right to do so, I'm just not on board with it as much as they are. I do agree with those who say that certain characters acted out of their normal character like when Tommy and Joel went back to the lodge with Abby and began telling certain details to people they had no knowledge of. That was stupid plain and simple. And the way in which Joel died was shocking for shocks sake and very generic if you ask me. It could have been done far better. But the gameplay was solid and fun as hell and my god this world is so amazingly built it almost defies belief! I enjoyed the game thoroughly but was still a little disappointed with the way certain things turned out. I felt like the point was to paint Abby as the righteous new lead and Joel as the villain. And Ellie wasnt at all who she seemed to be in the first game. It's almost like they wanted to erase your love for the 1st characters to replace it with...? What? I'm not sure. But I would def recommend this game to anyone who like naughty dog games. It was a blast to play I just didn't get as emotionally invested like I did with the 1st one. Worth a playthrough or 2 for sure.… Expand
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#2 Best PS4 Game of 2020
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#1 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2020
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#3 Most Shared PS4 Game of 2020

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Universal acclaim - based on 121 Critic Reviews

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