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  1. Jun 19, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Story does not make any sense at all. Joel is dead and you go for the revenge and kill dozen of people and ultimately does not kill the main person (Abby) because now suddenly Ellie does not like the concept of revenge. Wow what a ending . Ruined a great game. They patch it up and atleast give us option to make choice.. Expand
  2. Jun 28, 2020
    10
    One of the best game of the year so far, without a doubt, amazing!!! The story, the graphics, the mechanics everything in this game is unforgettable!!!
  3. Jun 20, 2020
    10
    Куда вы лезите хуесосины с нижнего интернета, вам ебать не нравиться TLOU 2, вы выйдите со мной раз раз
  4. Jun 20, 2020
    0
    это отвратительно, такого плоского сюжета и ужасного финала не было давно. намеренно уродливые герои и вообще не ижменившийся геймплей
  5. Jun 21, 2020
    2
    Обидно конечно! Огромное количество работы слито убогим сценарием и еще более ужасной повесткой. Дракманна в угол за такое непотребство!
  6. Aug 15, 2020
    5
    It's engaging in all of the wrong ways, I feel I'm being manipulated into liking a certain group of character, atleast make it not too obvious.
    Besides the plot(hole) driven stories and probably a fungus infection making everybody in this game not think properly, mediocre/10. the graphics lives up to naughty dog standard,
    Beside that I don't see that much replayability, Besides photo mode
    It's engaging in all of the wrong ways, I feel I'm being manipulated into liking a certain group of character, atleast make it not too obvious.
    Besides the plot(hole) driven stories and probably a fungus infection making everybody in this game not think properly, mediocre/10. the graphics lives up to naughty dog standard,
    Beside that I don't see that much replayability,
    Besides photo mode and those new difficulties for the epic gamers, but hey we are just sheep with different shepherd, consume what you enjoy
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  7. Jun 19, 2020
    2
    Lets get the positives out of the way. The game is beautiful one of the best looking games you can get right now. With great animations, character models and stunning enviromental design. But that's pretty much all the postitives i can think.

    The game has a terrible story and by terrible i mean a spit in the face to all the fans of the first game and one that makes it a chore to keep
    Lets get the positives out of the way. The game is beautiful one of the best looking games you can get right now. With great animations, character models and stunning enviromental design. But that's pretty much all the postitives i can think.

    The game has a terrible story and by terrible i mean a spit in the face to all the fans of the first game and one that makes it a chore to keep playing. The game has shallow gameplay that hasn't even progressed since the first which was alrerady pretty shallow. The characters are all dislikable. and the AI is brain dead stupid and i'm not talking about the zombies.
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  8. Jun 19, 2020
    1
    Horrible story decisions ruined all cool stuff developers made. People who loved The Last Of Us 1 story probably will hate this game, rightly...
  9. Jun 19, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. He was not lying when he said "we dont use the word fun". So many years just to see Joel getting murdered and dont get me starting about the ending Expand
  10. Jun 22, 2020
    10
    The best game ever, I have never experienced emotions that the game gave me
  11. Jun 27, 2020
    10
    When I finished this game, I didn’t like it. I felt like they really went with a messy story on this one. That was until I sat back and let it marinate. The more and more I thought of it, the more I realized why Neil and company had made this game so polarizing. The same reason why Ellie couldn’t let go of her want for revenge, we couldn’t let go of the hurt we experienced when Joel died.When I finished this game, I didn’t like it. I felt like they really went with a messy story on this one. That was until I sat back and let it marinate. The more and more I thought of it, the more I realized why Neil and company had made this game so polarizing. The same reason why Ellie couldn’t let go of her want for revenge, we couldn’t let go of the hurt we experienced when Joel died. Sure we feel hatred for Abby, that was exactly the point. But if you are willing to unconditionally love the game for what it is and not what you wanted it to be, you can totally enjoy and understand a game. Troy Baker made this point about the game in an interview and it really opened my eyes on why this really is a masterpiece. Not everyone is willing to believe that, in fact I had some struggles with it too but it all depends on how long you want to let go of what could’ve been and not what is. At the end of the day, this game is what it is and I’m sure everyone who’s played it from start to finish would agree that when it shines, it **** shines. Once you go back to the first game and realize how different and yet how similar a game it is to it’s sequel, you notice that Naughty Dog was never planning to do anything like it again. Sequels need to do something new and the fact that it’s getting hate, means that it’s really doing it’s job, other than the fact that the leaks made some people stubborn. Ultimately, I now understand why critics say this is a masterpiece, even though the word has been overused. Take your time with it because it is the game of the year, no question, and it will be a polarizing release in Naughty Dog’s catalog for years to come. Don’t listen to those who tell you how you should feel about the game. **** them. Play it for yourself and feel about it what you will. Peace. Expand
  12. Jun 26, 2020
    4
    Remember, remember the 5th of November ....................................
  13. Jun 19, 2020
    0
    Haven't gotten a single complaint about the graphical marvels Naughty Dog always has managed to put down.

    Story-wise, this game? Sorry... the graphics won't redeem Neill Druckmann's actions and decisions.
  14. Jun 22, 2020
    1
    What a waste of money. I took it back for a refund. The game is way too full of sjw ideology. Man bad, woman good, trans good, christian bad. F**k you Naughty Dog. I was a huge fan of this IP, but now? Now I'll never buy another game you release! The graphics are good, but the story is crap and filled WAY too heavily with woke politics! IDGAF what your politics are, I buy your products toWhat a waste of money. I took it back for a refund. The game is way too full of sjw ideology. Man bad, woman good, trans good, christian bad. F**k you Naughty Dog. I was a huge fan of this IP, but now? Now I'll never buy another game you release! The graphics are good, but the story is crap and filled WAY too heavily with woke politics! IDGAF what your politics are, I buy your products to be entertained!

    Btw, for anyone who cares, I'm not some neckbeard in a basement, I'm a 29 yr old Lesbian Latina. F**k this game.
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  15. Jun 23, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. They took a beloved character and sacrificed him in the most disgusting way in service of a political agenda. Expand
  16. Jun 20, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. NaughtyDog, how can you do this to us after 7 years of waiting? That scene is unbelievable and unforgivable. Disgusting and despicable. Expand
  17. Jul 4, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. the story is garbage doesn't make any sense . killing off joel for plot and wasting such a good character . making ellie look like the bad guy
    playing as abby for the half of the game . after killing joel and jesse . making the story of the game just spits on the first tlou and that game is my 4th fave game ever . what can i say don't waste youre money on this crap game . i rather buy the first game 3 times than this crap game
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  18. Jun 19, 2020
    0
    while the original the last of us was a blast to play with a very engaging story, this long await sequel is a utter disappointment in most ways apart from the graphics. I’d advise buying the game when it goes on sale.
  19. Jun 20, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. La historia me decepcionó. La jugabilidad es lo rescatable. Esperar 7años T_T Expand
  20. Jun 19, 2020
    0
    Aun no lo termino pero veo que cambia muy poco con respecto al 1, es una verdadera agenda política feminista, los chasqueadores son solo mujeres, dígame que idiotez es esa. Quizá no se merece un 0 pero estoy rabioso con Neil Druckman, el cruch a la gente y esas ideas estupidas que cambiaron todo el juego.
    Solo recuerden que si no les gusta el juego, intentarán insultarte tratándote de
    Aun no lo termino pero veo que cambia muy poco con respecto al 1, es una verdadera agenda política feminista, los chasqueadores son solo mujeres, dígame que idiotez es esa. Quizá no se merece un 0 pero estoy rabioso con Neil Druckman, el cruch a la gente y esas ideas estupidas que cambiaron todo el juego.
    Solo recuerden que si no les gusta el juego, intentarán insultarte tratándote de HOMOFÓBICO, TRANSFOBO, y que estás en contra de los LGTB y esas cosas. La típica mierda, por eso un 0 conchetumare. Estoy enojado wn
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  21. Jun 20, 2020
    0
    Al ejecutarse da problemas de sobrecalentamiento en mi consola PlayStation 4 pro. Tiene muchos bugs y problemas con las texturas. El apartado gráfico es muy dispar dependiendo del lugar.
  22. Jul 10, 2020
    4
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A literal spit in the face of the characters we come to love.I'll never touch anything druckman makes again.
    Characters don't act like they should an they feel off.. The ending is stupid and contradicts the whole revenge plot and it leaves you feeling depressed and being liek wtf.
    The story is pure trash and it's pathetic. idk who though this story would be a good idea.
    Another catastrophe has been added to 2020 just oof. Graphics are neat and gameplay is nice but that means jakc **** if the story is pure trash.
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  23. Jun 26, 2020
    9
    Finished the game with 50+ hours, the basic gameplay is same as part1, i mostly play with stealth style, i wish there is more improvement on that like dragging bodies etc, however the level design have improved lot, much more open ended especially early level design, but i wish there is more path to arrive a destination instead of forced to go through certain way. Story part i'm ok withFinished the game with 50+ hours, the basic gameplay is same as part1, i mostly play with stealth style, i wish there is more improvement on that like dragging bodies etc, however the level design have improved lot, much more open ended especially early level design, but i wish there is more path to arrive a destination instead of forced to go through certain way. Story part i'm ok with that JUST i don't like play as another character half way through the game. Overall is really good Expand
  24. Jun 30, 2020
    1
    It's a total disappointment. They just destroyed the series

    So what's the bottom line? Terrible plot submission, parasitic mechanics, a huge deception in advertising from the expectations and the resulting reality.

    Oh, yeah, well, the graphics are beautiful... No, it's worse than the trailers before.
  25. Jun 25, 2020
    7
    cool gameplay but little changed vs original. visually stunning. really bad story/writing.
  26. Jun 27, 2020
    4
    The story brought down the whole legacy of this game. One of the most mediocre sequels ever
  27. Jun 19, 2020
    0
    Игра которого заслужили, политические взгляды в игре. Поощрение Феминизма и угнетение мужских ролей в игре где за фракции главенствует одни женщины тем самым унижая мужчин. Жаль
  28. Jul 7, 2020
    0
    Gracias anita sarkeesian, has destruido una franquicia con un enorme potencial
  29. Jun 20, 2020
    0
    Normalize homosexuality in a game = fvck a story
    Normalizar la homosexualidad = es la manera de joder una de las mejores historias en los videojuegos
  30. Jun 20, 2020
    0
    This is the worst game I have ever played. This is what happens when you let leftist propaganda ruin a beloved franchise. 0/10
  31. Aug 4, 2020
    2
    The story is all over the place. Tries too hard to tell a story in flashbacks and fail to tell a compelling story. Not enough time spent with any characters to have any type of any emotional attachment thus made me not care about any characters. Characters and groups did not behave the way you'd expect them to therefore the immersion was broken. Terrible storytelling but the game lookedThe story is all over the place. Tries too hard to tell a story in flashbacks and fail to tell a compelling story. Not enough time spent with any characters to have any type of any emotional attachment thus made me not care about any characters. Characters and groups did not behave the way you'd expect them to therefore the immersion was broken. Terrible storytelling but the game looked and played amazing Expand
  32. Jul 2, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Большинство отрицательных оценок это пекари, челики которые при виде самой мелкой повестки ЛГБТ готовы уничтожить игру и у которых горит от смерти Джоэла. Expand
  33. Jun 19, 2020
    1
    Shut your shills for yourselves reviewers, this game has the **** and cringiest story I've ever seen
  34. Jun 21, 2020
    0
    This is game equivalent of Games of Thrones finale.
    Chnage my mind.

    Also leaks saved me some money, so thank you to whoever leaked the game, true MVP.
  35. Jun 24, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. First the positive things:The graphic is Top!The Gameplay is a little bit better ,but overall the same.And the writing of the Story is basically good .

    Dont read it when you didnt finished the Game.



    Negative points:I think the part where you play as Abby is a little bit too long.But that is okay for me.So the next point I really dont like is that you have to play as Abby when you fight the first time against Ellie.But for me is the biggest negative point that the end is too hopeless,Ellie have nothing more,no revenge,she lost Joel ,jessie ,JJ and Dina.Tommy hates her.And she lost two fingers and cant play the guitar from joel anymore.This is the saddest ending at all,for such a great character.But Abbye get all in all a very hopefull ending what is not fair for me.

    All in all it is a goodgame but I think the first Game is 1 Point better.Also I dont belive that they will make a part 3,because I dont think that they can tell anathor Story about Ellie.So the only option would be make a Game with a new Main antagonist or with abby.And that would probably noboy buy.
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  36. Jul 9, 2020
    3
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Basic and boring story. Tediously repetitive gameplay. Only thing that’s been given effort is the visuals and voice acting. These things d not work to make a game great, only an animated series/movie.

    At least John Wick had a cute dog for its revenge story.
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  37. Jun 20, 2020
    0
    O roteiro é um balde furado forçado mau feito, é melhor está andando pela rua é pissa em um monte de bosta, do que jogar essa incrível coisa pior que merda.
  38. Aug 4, 2020
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. i disagree with the dudes who threatened Laura Bailey, she is just a voice actress and did play some characters everyone love, maybe this has the story that everone really hate but the game play, graphic, details really amazing, but *SPOILER*

    I don't like the moment when Ellie kill a pregnant woman it's really awful, many many no-need-animation-kill brutal like that, i almost vormited
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  39. Jul 19, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I think this game shouldn't be trolled for 0 or be praised by 10 think its mixed it has wholesome moments great mirroring analysis and writing but terrible ones such has Joel dreadful badly written death that didn't even have enough effort to make it believable.Ellie.I think Ellie in a way has not been torn apart but changed in a clever but weak way by doing opposite Ellie in Last Of Us: Learns Survival Clever Sensitive caring Ellie last of Us 2:Loses survival methods through vengeance less sensitive loses cleverness loses caring. But look at it through another angle its mirroring Joel and Joel mirrors Ellie through first game Ellie beginning was more trustive while Joel was less through grief while second one Joel more trustive Ellie less trustive .But I think Whats smart is in first game about dark world and a light Ellie entering shining it up while second one its Abby going in a light world and darkening it up.Also i think Abby part was a failure.Abby Motivations Weak Compared to Joel #1.Mess Up Joel makes a choice to deal with grief of losing responsibility while Abby lost the sense of comfort safety and its weaker since Joel already lost that and more Joel lost someone he was supposed to love (which he did) and protect (which he failed through trust) (And I like Joel death mirrors trust but Joel death scene felt weak since Abby didn't care even though he saved her and she never feels remorse and her friends enjoyed it and said he deserved more that gives off less sympathy and makes you root for her death and feels like torture and ruins the experience).Etc. Expand
  40. Jun 24, 2020
    10
    Лучшая игра 8 поколения. Поздравляю Нила Дракманна и сони с хооошими продажами. Так держать!!!
    Жду 3 часть
  41. Jun 19, 2020
    2
    This game is truly one of the biggest letdowns of the generation. The developers show a clear (almost sadistic) level of contempt for the established fan base of this game. Characters are assassinated, politics are pushed, and in the end the game feels like a hollow facsimile of its former self. This game is getting review bombed and it **** deserves it.
  42. Jun 19, 2020
    0
    Overrated game plus they kill the story & they came late in time for the fans of the series like me and they destroyed the characters the only good thing is the gameplay just the gameplay
  43. Jun 22, 2020
    0
    I expected the same strong story as in the first part. Unfortunately, I have not received this. The rest for me in this game is not important, although the graphics and atmosphere are 10/10. But the overall rating is low due to history.
  44. Jun 23, 2020
    10
    Incredible gameplay, brilliant sound, fantastic AI. A perfect sequel for a perfect game
  45. Jun 20, 2020
    0
    How did any of this story get past testing? Just another disaster for 2020.
  46. Aug 16, 2020
    10
    Un videojuego increíble, con un tono serio y desafiante. Las relaciones perdoná les no se notan metidas a calzador y la trama muy interesante. Además de eso las mecánicas son increíble y con un apartado técnico y artístico de 10.
  47. Jun 28, 2020
    0
    I don't know I've had a bit to drink, it looked really pretty but the storytelling wasn't great so 6, naughty dogs past reputation and capabilities make it 4, the fact that it's a sequel to a genuinely great game makes it a 2 and I'm enjoying the drama 0.
  48. Jul 19, 2020
    0
    the story is not what naughty dog promised end lied to us played the game twice and have platinum trophies and I do not like the story The Last of Us is Ellie and Joel and that is gone so it the story and characters that you love in the first game just DONT BUY IT IT IS NOT WOURD YOUR TIME
  49. Jun 22, 2020
    10
    Dont let all these bandwagon reviews from people who have probably not even played this game stop you from buying this. This game is an absolute masterpiece with amazing gameplay and storyline.. naughty dogg have continually proved they make the best story driven games and this is no different. A must own for any ps4 owner
  50. Jun 19, 2020
    1
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Lame, subversion of expectations for no good story reasons. Just not good, no nuance same hokey **** you see on HBO Expand
  51. Jul 20, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Spoiler free part: I really don't understand why so many people are trashing this game. I loved it from start to finish, felt emotionally attached to the characters throughout, loved the storyline, and of course the gameplay. Gameplay is very similar to TLOU1 with a few more mechanics, so if you loved the first one and feel ready for a different experience with plenty of surprises, pick up the game! It will be a rollercoaster!

    More details - Spoilers ahead:

    Most people complain about Joel's fate, but I thought that was a great piece of writing. After what happened in TLOU 1 it's only natural that people want to hunt him down. It was hard to watch, but hey, that's TLOU. This sets in motion a revenge story that sees Ellie spiral more and more until you can't recognise her anymore. Again, people say that they missed the quirky young Ellie, but hey, that's the point I guess. She loses it.

    Then you get to play Abby (again loads of people are pissed off that she doesn't look like a "classic" girl. Get over yourselves and play the damn game!). People seem to struggle to empathise with her apparently, but I loved playing her and as her story unravels I got more and more attached to her. In the final confrontation I was begging Ellie not to kill her. I definitely felt as emotional playing n°2 as I did playing °1. I guess people expected another beautiful Joel and Ellie adventure, but for me, this was way better and succeeded in creating another amazing story.

    9/10 - Removed a star because gameplay hasn't evolved much and it was a bit repetitive. Also felt that the game was a little too politically correct, going a bit overboard on the LGBTQ trans stuff. I have no problem with that of course, but it was so present that I was pulled out of the game and started thinking about how political the studio was getting.
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  52. Feb 12, 2022
    1
    Overrated sexculisive lesbian story, gameplay could be good but story is completely trash. It could be a good h*ntai because Neil Druckmann f*cked the whole story so hard.
  53. Jun 19, 2020
    0
    Although I myself do not usually care as much for the story of the game as much as it is fun to play in general, this game offers only improved graphics and gameplay from the last title. From the incredible bias which was shown by Sony towards this games censorship to Neil Druckman's catastrophical lead on the development before and after the leaks. Rating a game a 0 must make it quite aAlthough I myself do not usually care as much for the story of the game as much as it is fun to play in general, this game offers only improved graphics and gameplay from the last title. From the incredible bias which was shown by Sony towards this games censorship to Neil Druckman's catastrophical lead on the development before and after the leaks. Rating a game a 0 must make it quite a bad game, but the fact that people where abused for the production of this game alongside the other points make it deserving for me. Expand
  54. Jun 19, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. 절대 사지마세요 1편이랑 그냥 다른게임이라고 생각하시고 Expand
  55. Jun 27, 2020
    1
    I give 1 point because the game screen operation is really great
    But the plot basically ruined the game , Screenwriters must be responsible
    3A grade works are so ruined by naughty dogs
  56. Sep 27, 2020
    8
    Great atmosphere, fine gameplay, too many cinematics, odd story, odd ending, no wish to replay, not expecting for a follow-up.
  57. Jun 20, 2020
    0
    Игра разочеровала,разработчики совсем умом тронулись слили Джоила в начале игры да не просто слили а убили как собаку из девченок сделали лизбиянок вы че там курите концовка вообще непонятная диологи вообще говно кто их писал из этого можно сделать вывод что игра не стоит и одного балаИгра разочеровала,разработчики совсем умом тронулись слили Джоила в начале игры да не просто слили а убили как собаку из девченок сделали лизбиянок вы че там курите концовка вообще непонятная диологи вообще говно кто их писал из этого можно сделать вывод что игра не стоит и одного бала
  58. Jun 22, 2020
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Last of us 2 Review:
    I needed around 24 hours for a normal playthrough with 184 collectables found. This game is something special, positive and negative. Positives first: Big step up in gameplay in comparison to the first game, amazing sound design and soundtrack, amazing level design(the places feel like real places and not combat areas), the groundbreaking animations and the amazing acting, especially by Troy Baker, Ashley Johnson and Laura Bailey. These aspects are better than Tlou in every scene and level. They set new industrial standards. Negative aspects:
    The difference between story/theme and gameplay. The moral of the story is that revenge is bad and the killing of innocent people isn't worth it, but the gameplay has a different opinion about it, it forces you to kill a lot of enemies in the most brutal way, if you want or not. You can't progress without killing at least 80% of all enemies in a area. I only finished one level without killing everyone, and I tried to save as many lifes as possible. It's a contradiction between story and gameplay in a way i have never seen it, it destroys the theme of the game. The handling of a lot of characters is also disappointing because 1. they have no character development and 2. they behave like different people. Part 1 and part 2 has the same characters but they have different personalities. You play half the game as a different character than Ellie and these segments are strange. You play them after playing them with Ellie but earlier in the timeline. These level are too long, specially because you start from the beginning where you have to work yourself back to the climax. The three in game days are interesting but the story is stretched and feels like they want to hold you back. If you don't like the character you are playing these segments feel really long (I almost quit the game for that reason, it felt like work to progress and not like fun). If the chapters where like Seattle day 1, day 1, day 2, day 2, day 3 and day 3 it would feel better to play because you work with both characters on the climax and not like one finished her arc and the other starts hers after that.
    Verdict:
    The last of us part 2 is an amazing game in terms of animation, Gameplay, acting and sound design but the story stops the game from being a masterpiece like its predecessor. If i would include the horrible working conditions and leak handling, the game would rank lower. What has been achieved, a higher technical bar in the industry was paid by the health of the worker at naughty dog. Was it worth it?
    Any questions left write me on Twitter @descole_luca
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  59. Jun 23, 2020
    0
    + 10 за саундтрек, графику, геймплей
    - 10 за сюжет
    И того в общей сумме 0/10
  60. Jun 20, 2020
    0
    a silly game that literally killed the essence of the former and a story of teenagers with love problems in a world in ruins, the most stupid story, a child would invent better stories, but if he had known, he would not play it, even if it was free , many graphics and a very silly story, better endorse a count because what they did was stupid
  61. Jun 30, 2020
    0
    Infumable esta wea con un final estúpidamente INVEROSÍMIL mejor déjenle las historias de venganza a rockstar games en vez de hacer esta mamada pretenciosa
  62. Jun 30, 2020
    9
    Technical masterpiece, visual masterpiece, gameplay is good and the story is good.
  63. Jul 4, 2020
    10
    I can’t remove points from this games. Beautiful graphics, excellent physics, excellent gameplay and a great history. Some people won’t like this game, but say that it has no quality, is a **** So 0 it’s a dishonest note even if you don’t like TLOU2.
  64. Jun 22, 2020
    1
    Honestly how delusional you must be to release something that bad? If you haven’t bought it yet just wait about month or two and game will be available for around 10£.
  65. Jun 29, 2020
    10
    Il gioco per cui ho acquistato PS4. Non ha deluso le aspettative. Grafica spettacolare, storia emozionante, gameplay divertente.
  66. Jul 2, 2020
    10
    This game is incredible! Thank you Naughty Dogs for such amazing story and gameplay!
  67. Jul 16, 2020
    4
    The Last of Us Part II is a 4. Not a 10. Not a 0.

    The visuals and attention to detail are on par with what Naughty Dog has been known for. Absolutely gorgeous. The story however doesn't offer a purpose other than a blatant attempt at political indoctrination. Pair that with Naughty Dog's DMCA strikes over dissenting opinions of their divisive game, and you have '2020 Game of The
    The Last of Us Part II is a 4. Not a 10. Not a 0.

    The visuals and attention to detail are on par with what Naughty Dog has been known for. Absolutely gorgeous.

    The story however doesn't offer a purpose other than a blatant attempt at political indoctrination. Pair that with Naughty Dog's DMCA strikes over dissenting opinions of their divisive game, and you have '2020 Game of The Year' formula, i.e., political bias, pandering, doxxing and suppression of free speech.

    Oh boy, this game does represent the spirit of the time. How the mighty have fallen.
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  68. Jun 19, 2020
    1
    an insult to the first game, horrible characters, a very slow start to a plot that is not up to the task and very repetitive to the point that you get bored, or at the heel of 1 the only thing you can say "how nice" are the graphics since gameplay is rough.
  69. Jun 21, 2020
    0
    Dopo tutte le recensioni che non sottolineano i difetti del titolo questo mi pare il minimo !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  70. Jun 19, 2020
    1
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The most important thing to be said is how poor and dangerous of a job professional journalists/critics have been with handling the reviews for this game. All of the critics reviews released before launch were bound to a strict no tell policy of roughly 12 hours of this 24 hour game. There is no way to give an objective opinion and accurately review your likes/dislikes of the game along with any of its failures or successes if you can't discuss half the game. If you want integrity and honesty in your critic reviews, only those on or after 6/19/20 should be considered. With that being said the main reason this game fails so badly and is such a slap in the face to the original is the terribly poor writing.

    The two most important plot points:

    Around the 3hr mark Joel is beaten to death with a golf club by a girl named Abby who turns out to be the daughter of the surgeon Joel killed at the end of the first game. How this girl and her group were able to survive a cross country trip across the U.S. is mind boggling considering what Joel and Ellie went through in the first game. The only reason Joel/Ellie survived was due to the the close to 2 decades of experience and survival that Joel had to endure as a hunter, smuggler, and courier. Joels wit, penchant for brutality, lack of trust, and skepticism/shrewdness is what kept them alive. Joel was very much a analogue man in the digital age. He grew up long before the invention of gps, internet, smart phones, etc. He would have lived decades travelling via maps, landmarks, signs, and word of mouth. How Abby's group was able to do what Joel was able to is never explained considering especially that the fireflies were on the verge of Extinction when Joel/Ellie arrive at the hospital. When Joel flees with Ellie the fireflies have lost their leader, head surgeon, and some of their most heavily armed and trained members leaving them eviscerated and in disarray. There is simply no explanation as to why Abbys group was capable enough to survive that journey. This coupled with the extraordinary luck of Joel just happening to be the one to meet and save Abby or call it extremely poor writing as that is what it is. The sheer stupidity of this plot design is enraging given the fact the first game gives no development to the surgeon Joel kills him and the game forces that decision on the player. He could have easily been incapacitated but the game doesn't allow that. Some no thought decision in the first game is the catalyst for the entire plot of the second.

    The worst part of the game is probably the 20 or so hours that follow. About 12 hrs of the game you are forced to play as Abby the antagonist of the story and the woman who executed Joel while forcing Ellie to watch. Its literally a misery simulator at this point. The game gives no reason to push the analog stick forward to continue the game. If by some chance you manage to summon the will to do so you're treated to a cross country tour of revenge where Ellies savagely, brutally, and mercilessly slaughters and maims dozens upon dozens of people that have not wronged her or her friends/family and they have no affiliation with Abby's group what so ever. After reaching the end Ellie is on the verge of killing Abby when a flashback of Joel playing guitar forces her to stop and allow Abby to live and go merrily on her way.

    This all sounds like terrible fan fiction or as if you're on an episode of punked but sadly its the truth.

    The Last Of Us fans deserved better, the people who worked hard on this game that were not involved in its writing deserved better, the fans deserved better, and most importantly Joel and Ellie deserved better.

    The game cannot receive a 0 however as a lot of people not involved in writing the game worked very hard on the gameplay, production, voice acting and mocap, and the art/sound design. Its a shame their work is unravelled by one of the poorest sequels in video game history.

    The game receives a 1/10.
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  71. Aug 3, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The story is convoluted, there are lots of unnecessary backstory, joel's death is so sudden they didn't give him a proper death, and also this game is hard to play for a second time. Expand
  72. Jun 27, 2020
    4
    they spend the 1st half to antagonize a character and then they put you in that character.
    bad story
    bad concept
    a game it’s not only good looking graphics
  73. Sep 14, 2020
    7
    Good game play.
    Good Graphic.
    Bad Story.
    Many times feel like I play Uncharted.
  74. Sep 5, 2020
    10
    This game was a masterpiece. I'm honestly surprised at how precious gamers are about their characters particularly when the game's narrative is set in a grim apocalyptic reality which is supposed to have real stakes. To me this game is an incredible exploration of anger and vengeance. And it's ultimate success is in getting you the player to feel the desire for vengeance but towards theThis game was a masterpiece. I'm honestly surprised at how precious gamers are about their characters particularly when the game's narrative is set in a grim apocalyptic reality which is supposed to have real stakes. To me this game is an incredible exploration of anger and vengeance. And it's ultimate success is in getting you the player to feel the desire for vengeance but towards the end of the game - recognising the futility of it all. It's a really powerful thing. So 10/10 for me. Also gameplay, graphics, voice acting etc. etc. are all top notch. Expand
  75. Nov 19, 2021
    10
    Based upon the TLOU / Uncharted scheme in an evident manner, TLOU2 manages anyway to get the best out of the media get a final score of 10 in the process. Expanding upon solid fighting fundamentals, Naughty Dog manages to create a creative and multi-approach campaign that truly enables players to face challenges their own way. Gameplay wise, this title has no weakness and explores what isBased upon the TLOU / Uncharted scheme in an evident manner, TLOU2 manages anyway to get the best out of the media get a final score of 10 in the process. Expanding upon solid fighting fundamentals, Naughty Dog manages to create a creative and multi-approach campaign that truly enables players to face challenges their own way. Gameplay wise, this title has no weakness and explores what is possible now in videogames feeling definitely rewarding.
    The plot and direction got the most critics. The way Naughty Dog dealt with gender fluidity, revenge and post-apocalyptic action consequences is worth of detailed attention.
    Pacing is not excellent, as the game is riddled with many cutscenes that break the rhythm, but the payoff is amazing as they tackle a story that puts the two protagonists on the same level. Something that was never really achieve in the industry up to that point. The story is well written, and even if not rendered in the best way possible, still needs recognition for the intimacy it creates with players. This is a game that needs to be played beyond the harsh critics it initially raised. Because those were overreactions. Do not react, play. Do not judge, enjoy. You won't be let down.
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  76. Aug 22, 2020
    5
    Nothing special.Combat,skill Almost look like part 1 with new story. And this game try to make you understand what's your enemies thinks but can tell in the right way.
  77. Jul 20, 2020
    3
    The problem isn't the story itself, it's the way it's being told that ruins it. Silent Hill 3(2003) does the same thing but it does it in a way where you actually feel what the character is feeling instead of being confused and going "Did they really just do that?" If the story actually lead up to that crucial moment,
    changing how the story was told then it would be a great TLOU game. For
    The problem isn't the story itself, it's the way it's being told that ruins it. Silent Hill 3(2003) does the same thing but it does it in a way where you actually feel what the character is feeling instead of being confused and going "Did they really just do that?" If the story actually lead up to that crucial moment,
    changing how the story was told then it would be a great TLOU game. For a game with an emphasis on story it doesn't really do the original justice. Story aside, the gameplay is great but you stop caring about the gameplay because of the poor story handling.
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  78. Jul 28, 2020
    2
    Worse videogame scenario,pushing massages, bribing critics.And in general a lack of listening to the playerbase
  79. Jun 22, 2020
    4
    Terrible story gameplay is Good but it is not worth we waited 7 years I do not like it
  80. Jun 19, 2020
    1
    Parece o novelinha teen Malhação. Muita conversa pouca ação, pouco zumbi. Muita frescura.
  81. Jun 30, 2020
    10
    O jogo continua incrível, gráficos perfeitos, ótima trilha sonora e boa jogabilidade. Pra mim o jogo do ano.
  82. Sep 22, 2020
    4
    Juego gráficamente increíble, aunque a la hora de ser juzgado por su narrativa me a parecido estar muy por debajo del nivel de la primera entrega, tanto que no volvería a jugarlo e incluso me arrepiento de haberlo hecho, ya que mancha una primera entrega perfecta, muy defraudado con este nuevo título.
  83. Jul 5, 2020
    10
    This game is a 10/10. You need to have a brain to understand this game. I can’t understand the low ratings. I hope there will be a part 3
  84. Jun 20, 2020
    0
    horrible in every way. the gameplay is clunky. story is predictable and boring. the lead character feels hollow.
  85. Jun 19, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. اقل شي نقوله عن العبة خرا مستغرب كيف دخلو للدول العربية وين الرقاية على الاقل يشوفو الحسابات الي تبيع ويغرموهم وسجن بسبب نشر الفساد والعاب خلاعية Expand
  86. Jun 19, 2020
    1
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It's a disgusting game. Pushes transsexual agenda upon children, yet Naughty Dog keep talking about how they don't like to "sexualise" characters. You are fostering mental illness and it is simply deplorable. I don't care what anybody says, this is simply the truth, and everybody knew this just 8 years ago but we seemed to have forgotten when it was suddenly pushed upon everyone via the mainstream media. This tripe also has an anal sex scene with one of the "sexually ambiguous" characters called "Abbie". The story is a trainwreck, the gameplay is mediocre and also disgustingly violent, the entire game is in fact a sick SJW fantasy murder simulator for them to enact out their misplaced rage. There is absolutely nothing to enjoy about this. Wish I could get a refund. Expand
  87. Jul 18, 2020
    3
    This game was a major disappointment.

    The combat/stealth mechanics are basically identical to the original, but the story is atrocious. Garbage one-dimensional characters riddled with "woke" messaging. Save yourself $60, and buy something else.
  88. Jun 21, 2020
    0
    This game had the potential the POTENTIAL to be the game of the decade with an emotional story that it could have been but no they **** it up don't blame Noughty Dog blame Anita Sarkeesian she was the one who came up with this terrible pice of **** story and Neil just followed and Anita is firering at CDPROJEKTRED we cannot lett this happen we cannot let this woman ruin our games in the future
  89. Jun 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Perfect. It’s post apocalyptic game, PEOPLE DIE.
    And if you don’t like the game ‘cause of your sexism, I’m really sorry for you.
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  90. Jun 19, 2020
    0
    This game is boring, liberal propaganda... It's more like an interactive movie than a game. ZERO GAMEPLAY...
  91. Jul 9, 2020
    8
    El juego es realmente bueno, aunque no se puede comparar al primero que salió. Me parece que es más sencillo de lo que esperaba, creí que la dificultad sería mayor al momento de hacer muertes en sigilo o la inteligencia de los CPU. Pero una vez sabes cómo ocultarte de ellos todo lo pasas sin problemas.
  92. Jun 20, 2020
    0
    Terrible, terrible, terrible. This equality bullcrap will ruin the game industry if it isnt destroyed in its roots.
  93. Jun 19, 2020
    3
    The story was a 3/10, everything else was a 10/10. The Last of Us is a game I bought exclusively for the story, so as a whole it gets a 3/10 from me.
  94. Jun 28, 2020
    10
    A brave game where there are no heroes and villains. all the feelings of the characters are transmitted to the player, something very difficult to do. play, it's an insane game.
  95. Sep 6, 2020
    10
    Môže to znieť trochu otrepane, ale The Last of Us: Part 2 je naozaj výnimočná hra, ktorá exceluje vo všetkých smeroch, či to už je rozprávanie príbehu, vizuálne stvárnenie, gameplay, hudobný sprievod alebo samotná dĺžka kampane. Snažil som sa nájsť aj negatíva, ktoré by nejako výrazne kazili hru, ale márne. Svojho predchodcu prekonáva po každej stránke a môžem ju odporučiť všetkýmMôže to znieť trochu otrepane, ale The Last of Us: Part 2 je naozaj výnimočná hra, ktorá exceluje vo všetkých smeroch, či to už je rozprávanie príbehu, vizuálne stvárnenie, gameplay, hudobný sprievod alebo samotná dĺžka kampane. Snažil som sa nájsť aj negatíva, ktoré by nejako výrazne kazili hru, ale márne. Svojho predchodcu prekonáva po každej stránke a môžem ju odporučiť všetkým PlayStation hráčom. Ďalšie majstrovské dielo z produkcie ND.

    Moja recenzia: http://www.psmania.sk/threads/recenzia-the-last-of-us-part-ll.33390/
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  96. Jun 19, 2020
    4
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. As a fan of first game. This game is an insult to that story.

    They ruined the franchise
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  97. Jun 19, 2020
    0
    Expectations were too high and this shouldn't have been a game. Maybe a movie.
  98. Aug 17, 2020
    9
    First ever preorder did not regret it. This game has it emotional highs and lows but I still loved it as it was everything I expected minus the multiplayer aspect really wish they return to this franchise for a suitable part 3 to end a great franchise the proper way as so much still left to uncover, Sony did it again!
  99. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    I love this game............ ...........................................
Metascore
93

Universal acclaim - based on 121 Critic Reviews

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