The Last of Us Part II

 PlayStation 4
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5.8

Mixed or average reviews- based on 161975 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 68,475 out of 161975
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  1. BarbaraxBara
    Jun 26, 2020
    3
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Metascorer 94 huh?! Well done in media advertising but as a player who experienced First TLOU, this is entirely a joke. The scriptwriters hated firat gen characters so much that most them died or badly injured. Tommy came out as the only guy survived throughout the whole game with a severely injured body. Those who gave high score definitely did not appreciate how interesting was the first game. The characters development was so good compared to the second part. Joel used to not trust anyone and now telling outsiders who he is? Heavily pregnant Mel running around like her belly made by metal? Same logic goes to Dinah. Ellie overcame so much just to forgive the one she hated the most even she vowed not to let her go throughout the story? Abby saved two children from opposition gang and protected them juz bcos they are young but did not hesitate to kill Joel who saved her as well! No mention of Jesse the father of Dinah's child after one year event at all but instead D+E? Messy timeline especially the ending part could have ended at the farm.… Expand
  2. JuliusM
    Jun 20, 2020
    0
    How long will it continue to hinder big games in the name of causes? No fans rescpect
  3. Killtocure
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Cormac Mccarthy-esque in execution. I don't think I've experienced a story as soul destroying and enthralling since Berserk or The Road. Revenge always ruins lives and costs more than one could imagine the could lose along the way. Brilliant acting and motion capture. Amazing graphics and combat/stealth mechanic s. HBO has their work cut out for them to adapt this.
  4. Chanandler_Bong
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    I think the gameplay of last of us part 2 is really good and fun and I think the story is well done. However, having completed the game I can see why people are angry I would say if you haven't played this and decided to, the story might not be your cup of tea however I liked and I thought it was a good sequel even if it is not as good as last of us 1.
  5. CtrlAltDely
    Jun 26, 2020
    2
    After playing this game, i am sad i didnt stop playing after the first one. The way Naughty dog handles certain aspect is really really untastfull. As if that isnt bad, their interaction on social media towards critiscism is even worse. Come on guys, its not the end of the world if someone dissagreess.

    Gameplay is okayish, more of the same from the first game. second part of the story    After playing this game, i am sad i didnt stop playing after the first one. The way Naughty dog handles certain aspect is really really untastfull. As if that isnt bad, their interaction on social media towards critiscism is even worse. Come on guys, its not the end of the world if someone dissagreess.

    Gameplay is okayish, more of the same from the first game. second part of the story is very badly paced. Sadly the way the story and characters are handled prevents me from giving it a higher score.    … Expand
  6. kuiriz1
    Jun 26, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Matar al personaje principal y jugar con el personaje más odiado es demasiado para mí… Expand
  7. Joelmillerrr
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Brutal, buen juego, buen desarrollo, mucha intensidad y la emoción a mil por hora.… Expand
  8. joserodmat
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    I think I´m a minority in this topic, but this game hit all the right notes with me. And is really sad that this isn´t happening with other gamers. Personal context can change every piece of art and in this case, you really have to understand that this is a linear story. Choices are taken by characters, not the player. Even if you don´t like the twists and turns that the plot takes, a lotI think I´m a minority in this topic, but this game hit all the right notes with me. And is really sad that this isn´t happening with other gamers. Personal context can change every piece of art and in this case, you really have to understand that this is a linear story. Choices are taken by characters, not the player. Even if you don´t like the twists and turns that the plot takes, a lot of the ideas and elements presented in the game show the evolution of videogames as entertainment and pieces of art. I highly recommend it, play it with an open mind, and really try to remember that not everything is made to appease the fanbase.… Expand
  9. Joakooo
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Es muy bueno me gustó mucho, solo que la cagaron en la muerte de Joel y que en el final Ellie no matará a abby, pero en jugabilidad es hermoso,… Expand
  10. dr_heartless
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    This is a fantastic game in both story, gameplay, and graphics. It's heartwrenching, but that's this series. Naughty Dog is at the top of their game and I cannot wait to see what they do next. Ignore the hate and try this for yourself.
  11. Sevenpatch
    Jun 26, 2020
    0
    Quite simply the worst game I have ever played.

    Yes, I really believe this game deserves a 0 and I'm going to explain why. The only positive qualities of this game are the graphics, level design, music and the game runs with very little performance issues. These positives would normally be enough to make a game at least above average in the 5 to 7 range but the endless negative    Quite simply the worst game I have ever played.

    Yes, I really believe this game deserves a 0 and I'm going to explain why.

    The only positive qualities of this game are the graphics, level design, music and the game runs with very little performance issues. These positives would normally be enough to make a game at least above average in the 5 to 7 range but the endless negative qualities destroy all of this. I cannot recommend more that no one ever play this game because of the negative qualities.

    Gameplay is overrated and ends up being underwhelming. In seven years, the only newly added gameplay aspects on top of the first game is the ability to prone and squeeze through tight narrow passages. On face value these additions to gameplay seem slick and are incorporated well into the level design but they are not industry innovative and not nearly enough to make you forget that you need to mash a single button repeatedly during QT events. The melee combat is uninspiring while the gunplay is merely acceptable.

    Perhaps the real problem for Part 2 is that the first game exists allowing Part 2 to be viewed in comparison. The first game was a masterpiece because it built up the characters and their relationship so elegantly. The conclusion was reached in a such a meaningful way that its impact will be fondly remembered for the rest of my life. Nothing about Part 2 comes close except for a few flashbacks that ironically remind you what it might be like to play a good game.

    The creators of Part 2 eagerly abuse the players emotions by exploiting what was built in the first game just to manufacture a driven plot. This is the height of laziness that is only confirmed by the numerous plot holes and Dues Ex Machina. The creators of Part 2 fail under their own weight as even the conclusion in this nightmare is wholly unearned. The message of Part 2 is completely lost because of how incomprehensible and irredeemable the characters and plot are.

    Part 2 is so bad that if the first game never existed, The Last of Us Part 2 would aptly be described as torture porn. The creators of this game should feel ashamed to have created this dumpster fire called The Last of Us Part 2. If I worked on this game in any compacity, I would hide this fact from the world to save myself from endless embarrassment.

    DO NOT BUY THIS GAME. Save yourself from this joke game which will forever live in infamy.    … Expand
  12. Dr_Kill_2507
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    What a masterpiece that game was. The game got reviewed bombed shortly after the release. People are judging it by the leaks and not by the actual gameplay. God this game is amazing. Easy 10/10 for me!
  13. BuddhaX93
    Jun 26, 2020
    8
    If you played the first game and you like the gameplay then you are gonna love part 2. It's much better in every way. It got alot of good game scenes and intense moments. I would give the gameplay a 9/10 The down side is the story that is really bad if you compare to the first game. But the thing is that it has alot of good moments too. But I would give it 6/10 when it comes to the story.If you played the first game and you like the gameplay then you are gonna love part 2. It's much better in every way. It got alot of good game scenes and intense moments. I would give the gameplay a 9/10 The down side is the story that is really bad if you compare to the first game. But the thing is that it has alot of good moments too. But I would give it 6/10 when it comes to the story. Otherwise is the graphic a 9/10 and the music is a 10/10

    Overall it is worth the playtrough but don't expect a good story telling as Uncharted, God of war and the first The last of Us.    … Expand
  14. Azure333
    Jun 26, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Bad history, focused on sexuality and inclution instead of gameplay, the main plot twist is hipocrit, killing a bunch of people finishing in forgiving the main antagonist for a reflexion, games like this shouldn't be made and bought, lost my time and effort… Expand
  15. pranavt905
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Noicee namaste namaste namaste namaste namaste namaste I will call me when I am going round and I have a nice day ahead and I don't know why I said that he is the only thing that is why he did not know what you is a very very happy and says he is namaste the best for the first place and he was a very very happy and says he is the worst of us part in a while ago and you can do anything to her house
  16. Pallanca
    Jun 26, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Mala historia ,cero empatía con abby, una historia que podría haber sido buena como la venganza de ellie por la muerte de Joel a manos de anya, pero se esforzaron que durante todo el juego te tratan de meter a la fuerza de que todo lo que hizo abby estuvo bien pero en verdad no se sintió bien jugar con ella… Expand
  17. sajjadazad92
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    I played the best game with the great gameplay and storyline that makes you happy. What else do you expect from another game? Thank you for reading my masterpiece
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  18. antifa322
    Jun 26, 2020
    4
    TLOU2 is for video games what the "The Last Jedi" was for the Star Wars lore.

    Everything you knew, everything you loved so far, gets destroyed sadistically, and without a believable purpose just to force an "inclusion"message, and other social agenda bs down gamers throats. This is supported by the fact that in key moments the player has no means of choice or reaction as they cannot    TLOU2 is for video games what the "The Last Jedi" was for the Star Wars lore.

    Everything you knew, everything you loved so far, gets destroyed sadistically, and without a believable purpose just to force an "inclusion"message, and other social agenda bs down gamers throats.
    This is supported by the fact that in key moments the player has no means of choice or reaction as they cannot follow another approach other than the pre-determined narrative = social agenda.

    Now, for those not interested in the story, yes the graphics in part 2 are amazing no doubt, the sound is awesome,UI works well and everything from a technical perspective is well polished, but it is the story that made the first part an epic example of solid storytelling in gaming history. Unfortunately TLOU2 is a letdown.    … Expand
  19. hamish_ny
    Jun 26, 2020
    8
    While the story has its flaws, the game is undeniably impactful, leaving you with a feeling that’s difficult to describe. Druckmann took a risk and it definitely made a long lasting impression on me. Absolutely worth playing.
  20. patfenis
    Jun 26, 2020
    3
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Графон и механика на высоте, ничего не скажешь.

    Первая половина игры бодрая, интересная.
    Но вот вторая половина игры - просто плевок в лицо игрокам.
    Как можно давать играть за мужикоподобную бабищу, которая у тебя вызывает отвращения как внешне так и её спойлерные поступки.
    Нет никакой привязки к персонажам.
    Да ещё и Джойла убили. Фу!    … Expand
  21. lily99
    Jun 24, 2020
    9
    A pesar de que no me gustaron algunas cosas de la historia, me encantó mucho el juego, tuve muchos sentimientos mientras lo jugué, tiene unos gráficos excelente y nada que decir de la jugabilidad.
  22. exitm35
    Jun 26, 2020
    3
    The last of Us 1 was one of the greatest gaming experiences of my life. With beautiful acting, emotional scenes and some morally grey actions it has stuck with me ever since and still causes debate today. Joel and Ellie have become two of the best game protagonists in gaming and two of my favourite.

    So with the Last of Us 2 I hoped Naughty Dog would further explore this wonderful    The last of Us 1 was one of the greatest gaming experiences of my life. With beautiful acting, emotional scenes and some morally grey actions it has stuck with me ever since and still causes debate today. Joel and Ellie have become two of the best game protagonists in gaming and two of my favourite.

    So with the Last of Us 2 I hoped Naughty Dog would further explore this wonderful relationship, which was left at its very early stages. So many possibilities and stories were ahead of them. Sadly Naughty dog instead chose to destroy these characters, to subvert expectations in the name of shock value. For me the first was endlessly playable thanks to its brilliant writing and thread of hope that kept the characters and the players hooked. None of that is here, no hope, no levity. Just a bleak and depressing plot. One which i do not wish to play again. At least I still have the first.    … Expand
  23. FireEmpire
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    This game is a masterpiece. Yes, the story is upsetting in places but beautifully touching in others. I normally don't care for trophies but I will definitely platinum this game.
  24. King7637
    Jun 26, 2020
    0
    Is that even a game? Just political nonsense, total garbage nothing to do with the first game that was indeed good, that game is absolutely the worse 'game' ever made. Boring, annoying, disgusting, who wrote it have ZERO talent, if you want to push your agenda into people, at least do a good work like they did in GTA V, a game totally full of nonsense dialogue principally the ending butIs that even a game? Just political nonsense, total garbage nothing to do with the first game that was indeed good, that game is absolutely the worse 'game' ever made. Boring, annoying, disgusting, who wrote it have ZERO talent, if you want to push your agenda into people, at least do a good work like they did in GTA V, a game totally full of nonsense dialogue principally the ending but that people still love to play, but that ridiculous game dont have any chance of being appreciated while being played, even those paid 'critics' that where obviously paid by naughty dog to say wonders of the game couldn't say the game was fun, don't waist your money with that trash.… Expand
  25. Diego2022
    Jun 26, 2020
    1
    What the game lacks is strong character development, weak theme to the story, majority of the game is just cutscenes, gameplay is exactly the same of the previous instalment. Graphics is okay, but don't change the fact that the game is horrible. I know damn well that people who review this game a 94% were probably paid to do so. Besides true gamers will not defend this game.
  26. rgiublin
    Jun 26, 2020
    0
    Top 3 worst games ever! Play obly if you love some blend political activism or dumb minigames.
  27. Kcp69
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    I don't often write reviews, but this game needs a few words.
    Even if the game had no real gameplay, I would have absolutely enjoyed my whole time with this game, only because of the fantastic graphics, the sound and the story it tells every minute of the game within cutscenes, environmental storytelling and superb written dialogues.
    But on top of that there is a very solid and realistic    I don't often write reviews, but this game needs a few words.
    Even if the game had no real gameplay, I would have absolutely enjoyed my whole time with this game, only because of the fantastic graphics, the sound and the story it tells every minute of the game within cutscenes, environmental storytelling and superb written dialogues.
    But on top of that there is a very solid and realistic stealth-gameplay, which created situations I will long remember.
    And the story, and what it did with me, is a pure masterpiece. The way I felt with characters, even some I didn't want to like in the beginning, was so intense, like the best movies not often manage to accomplish. I cried (some small :) tears of joy and tears of sorrow during this tour de force.

    What a game!    … Expand
  28. Ethanhobbs
    Jun 26, 2020
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The gameplay is very good and refreshing to play after all the other games out there however the story lacks majorly as Joel the main character of the first game is killed within the first 2 hours in a stupid way and makes it seem like he never should’ve survived the first game and then while playing as Abby I feel like it wasn’t needed in the game and fighting the main character Ellie in theatre didn’t seem realistic as Ellie seemed to not have any tracking skills or fighting skills the main reason why the game was such a let down was because of the ending if Abby was killed by Ellie it would’ve been a good ending to the game but as that didn’t happen it feels like the whole story had no meaning and it could’ve ended in a much shorter time… Expand
  29. Canoncoin
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    This game is truly great, yes it might look bad from the leaks, but when you experience it yourself its truly amazing.
  30. Hdshs
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is great. People like to hate on it because of the story. When in reality the story is really good.… Expand
  31. Nightwing3903
    Jun 23, 2020
    10
    So many people hating just to hate. No doubt a phenomenal game. You don't have to like it but at least play the entirety of it before you judge so harshly.
  32. KevinYami-X
    Jun 26, 2020
    0
    Un juego con tantas virtudes en todos los aspectos, excepto en la narrativa, eso mata totalmente mi experiencia de juego, por muchas otras cosas buenas que tenga el juego, entre más avanzo y más voy viendo la historia me da malas sensaciones
  33. Vanyali
    Jun 26, 2020
    5
    The gameplay itself was fine. Some improvements over the first game, but much was the same. Stealthing is definitely my favorite way to play, some of the infected were improved on. Graphics were great, the world itself was gorgeous. The story was terrible imo. I personally don’t agree with the choices they made, I think it was done in a poor way. Had they rearranged the order of some ofThe gameplay itself was fine. Some improvements over the first game, but much was the same. Stealthing is definitely my favorite way to play, some of the infected were improved on. Graphics were great, the world itself was gorgeous. The story was terrible imo. I personally don’t agree with the choices they made, I think it was done in a poor way. Had they rearranged the order of some of the events I think it would have worked better for me (even if said events remained the same). I understand what they were attempting to do, but for me it just fell flat.… Expand
  34. Rhino87
    Jun 26, 2020
    3
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. For a story-driven game this is the equivalent to a bad fan fiction written overnight or B-side horror flick only seven years in the making, backed by triple A money and made by the supposed cream of the crop in the creative industry today. A hack and slash blood-fest tale of a girl gutted of all that made her adored and cherished in this game's predecessor, bent on cold hard (*cough* dull) vengeance at the cost of hundreds of human lives. (Because Joel's death mattered, who cares if hundreds of people have to die, their lives were nothing compared to Joel's!) A grim, emotionless Ellie who by the end is trumped in likeability and redeemable qualities by the very villain she's trying to kill. A villain who goes through the cycle of revenge *for* Ellie to learn from, who consistently rises above the themes of revenge that Ellie can't and becomes a better person for it (letting Ellie and her friends live twice over) and reclaiming some form of a life.

    Okay, story told, lesson learned right? Ellie and Dina living their dream happily ever after. Alas, the character assassination continues. Ellie can't sleep, can't eat... consumed by Joel's death. There's only one thing for it... Abbie must die! That's when I knew that this bad game was sinking even lower. Character development, story arc? Forget about it, Cue inevitable showdown, finally a resolution! Ellie will kill Abbie, and suffer all the ramifications this brings. Well, nope. She'll just kill a few more humans, stab Abbie a few times and almost drown her to realise what it took Abbie seconds to realise. We are robbed of the satisfaction of her doing the mistake she set out to do the entire game, in favour of this light bulb moment we already got hours before from Abbie. She goes back to an empty house. Revenge is bad.

    You know what else is bad? This game. I don't care how gorgeous your graphics are. Don't force me to kill hundreds of people and a dog in the name of revenge and then have the audacity to tell me that I can't have my revenge because revenge is bad and I'm a bad person for wanting it, bad bad and shame on me!    … Expand
  35. synesthesia34
    Jun 26, 2020
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I avoided the spoilers until I played the game. I don't know where most of the controversy came from on the trans character. personally it made sense in the context of the game. but playing as Abby and attempting to kill Ellie was what drop my score to a 7. I almost completely stopped playing because I feared that I would end up killing one of the most beloved video characters of this decade. but I fought on and finished it. in the end I liked the ending, I understood the emotion implications and why Ellie did what she did. but I couldn't help but root for Ellie to kill Abby, Naughty Dog did a terrible job trying to make us like her character. I hate Abby with a passion. I give the game credit as it is hard to make a game better than the first "Last of Us" but I think maybe they should of left this game alone. the first game inst tarnished for me but I could see how it could do so to others.

    TL;DR
    Pros:
    - Game play is amazing
    - Love Dina
    - Really strikes me emotionally ( yelled at TV a lot)
    - Visually amazing
    - Amazing music and audio design

    Cons:
    - Hate Abby with a passion
    - Story can be confusing
    - Joel got did dirty by ND    … Expand
  36. attackdog123
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    Amazing game. Great gameplay, every encounter is a challenge, environment and graphics are by far the best we have ever seen, the game is beautiful and has a very deep story.
  37. Th3proph3cy
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    One of the best games in generation, wel done for nauthydog for not being fan service, showing what is the realistic aproach.
  38. SinfulXavi
    Jun 22, 2020
    1
    While the gameplay and set pieces are great, the story really takes a downhill nosedive with unlikable characters, unquestionable plot choices and plot holes, a revenge plot that is so shallow, other games have done better. And the send-off is not worth the 40+ hour gameplay overall.
  39. OrtizJuan7
    Jun 23, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. En general me gustó el juego me gustó la historia es un juego que te va a proporcionar muchas horas de diversión pero no está a la altura del primero por poco los gráficos son hermosos la jugabilidad muy bien el downgrade se vio pero no es mucho… Expand
  40. FoxArmann
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Great game. You can say anything about Abby, but naUghty dogs make masterpiece project with best picture, sound , music and other aspects.
  41. solid1527
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Amazing game I played ever......
    I love Ellie,Joel and Abby!!
    thank you NAUGHTY DOG    … Expand
  42. RudeRT
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    A good game with a cliché story, but an excellent game. Have excellent graphics, good voice acting, good soundtrack.
  43. vl-_-lv
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    God of "the last of us 2"
    God of "the last of us 2"
    God of "the last of us 2"
  44. Darthsauron190
    Jun 19, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game isn't for everyone, there are no "good guys" and there are no "bad guys". The story is about human experiences, no more, no less. The ending isn't happy but nor is it sad. I truly appreciated what they did with the game and if you let yourself experience the story that is being told you will have a wonderful time with it.

    I know everyone is sad that Joel died in the beginning but that's how it would be in reality. Personally I like it when the characters don't have plot armor so I actually feel as if anyone could die at any moment.    … Expand
  45. Emivell
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    This was amazing!! :') I just can't understand why there's people complaining about the game without even played. My dad and I are big fans, and we spent a lot of time playing and watching the game as it was a movie, we are really happy and full of memorable moments. Hope some people have the courgae to play and give it a reasonable score. LOVE THE GAMEEEE
  46. mattrigo
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Emotional and satisfying, while also draining and at times hard to play, due to the much talked about theme of "the cycle of violence." Despite the fears of many, the creative team ultimately understands and respects the emotional connection players have to Joel and Ellie, poingnantly expanding on their relationship.
  47. Rico_Wes
    Jun 22, 2020
    3
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Satisfaction is ripped from the players hands on multiple occasions. The player is forced to play as a character they grow to hate for far too long. The gameplay segments between plot points are too far apart; pacing is a consistent issue. The graphics are beautiful and sound design is amazing.… Expand
  48. Ruenvale
    Jun 26, 2020
    1
    Perhaps official critics were playing a different game than the rest of us when praising such a cringe-worthy "epic". Aside from the impressive graphics present within The Last Of Us 2 almost the entirety of the game reeks of one giant attempt to subvert fans' expectations.

    A simple revenge plot screened by paper-thin characters who undergo very little development throughout the    Perhaps official critics were playing a different game than the rest of us when praising such a cringe-worthy "epic". Aside from the impressive graphics present within The Last Of Us 2 almost the entirety of the game reeks of one giant attempt to subvert fans' expectations.

    A simple revenge plot screened by paper-thin characters who undergo very little development throughout the absolute mockery of a story. Beloved and established characters present from the first entry are immediately made to act in ways contrary to their initial personality to their detriment with zero explanation as to why this had occurred. The attempt to create depth and resonance with the player in regards to introducing new characters is cringe worthy at best.

    Ultimately, this game will be remembered for the story it was attempting to deliver. On that facet alone, do not purchase this game and treat the first game as a stand alone masterpiece.    … Expand
  49. gxpfad
    Jun 26, 2020
    0
    its OK.I forgive everything except naughty dog.Thank you,neil.I won't buy any videogames from your company.
  50. Snelldim
    Jun 20, 2020
    1
    All that is good about this game is the graphics. The gameplay is clunky and slow the jump doesn't work half the time and the story is quite frankly horrendous! I tried so hard to avoid all leaks but now I wish I had seen them so I didn't waste my money. This has ruined the most beloved franchise that playstation/Sony had. Wow just wow
  51. Tmca
    Jun 25, 2020
    2
    Un dos por los gráficos la historia es un desastres y los personajes los peores que e visto en mi vida. Prefiero una pata en la entre pierna que juzgar esa basura de juego.
  52. Zngy_12
    Jun 21, 2020
    1
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I’m gonna start off by saying that I don’t like this type of gameplay, but I enjoyed the last of us one because of the story and characters, I wish I could say the same thing about the last of us 2, I literally felt empty throughout most of the game the only good parts were the intro and Ellie’s flashbacks. I get that they’re trying to explain that revenge and vengeance are bad and they Will never have a good outcome but this isn’t how you explain it. Take for example the god of war series, they explained it perfectly. Cratos basically killed all of his enemies but the lesson learnt was that killing them could never bring him peace nor bring back his family. However in this game Ellie literally loses everyone she loves and never gets revenge.
    Also do you really expect us to forgive or sympathize with Abby simply because you gave us her backstory at the worst time possible? I never expected NaughtyDog to make a story this bad and if someone told me this story before the game came out I would think they Were reading fan fiction, save your money.    … Expand
  53. petaer
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    All the game reviews from June 19 are one big joke from people who didn't play the game and quite possibly don't even own it. They just read the spoilers and don't tell the whole story.
    I finished the game in 38 hours, divided into 6 days.
    TLOU2 has well-written characters that fit perfectly into the built world from the first part. The story is strong and at times disturbingly    All the game reviews from June 19 are one big joke from people who didn't play the game and quite possibly don't even own it. They just read the spoilers and don't tell the whole story.
    I finished the game in 38 hours, divided into 6 days.

    TLOU2 has well-written characters that fit perfectly into the built world from the first part.
    The story is strong and at times disturbingly believable.
    The graphics are again at the highest level of the current console generation.
    Acting performances are at the Oscar level.
    Gameplay is a solid evolution from the first part.
    The combination of everything creates a very engaging atmosphere, which it maintains until the final headlines.

    If you enjoyed the first part, you will definitely enjoy the second part as well.
    I highly recommend.    … Expand
  54. Andy1411
    Jun 26, 2020
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It destroys my heart to give this game such a rating.
    I waited so long for the successor and was unfortunately disappointed.
    Joel's death was very frightening, but unfortunately predictable in my eyes. Ellie's revenge is therefore "justified". During the time you played Ellie, I had a lot of fun with the game and the flashbacks made the game perfect for me ...
    But then there was the switch to Abby ...
    From this point on the game only hurt in the heart. Why should I have fun playing the character who killed my beloved Joel ??
    Ellie got a soul from Joel and I loved that about her so much. But then you play the psycho monster Abby and it's just cruel.
    Now a few words to the end: I've never had a more unsatisfactory ending in a game than in The Last of Us Part II.
    It may be that the developers wanted to make it clear that revenge is never worth it because Ellie ultimately lost everything, but that makes the end of the game so incredibly unsatisfactory.
    My expectations were huge ... and they were smashed to the ground.    … Expand
  55. SoraAS
    Jun 26, 2020
    2
    Well. Lets get into it...:
    I dont like the game at all. Can be bcs i see the spoilers but i want to feel it. And oh boy! Lest go first with the good things:
    Grafics and soundtrack stunning, it represent beautifully the world and u can see clearly the pass of the time. In the middle u can have the gameplay. For me it's the same as the first one with a dodge button. Now the bad: The history    Well. Lets get into it...:
    I dont like the game at all. Can be bcs i see the spoilers but i want to feel it. And oh boy! Lest go first with the good things:

    Grafics and soundtrack stunning, it represent beautifully the world and u can see clearly the pass of the time.
    In the middle u can have the gameplay. For me it's the same as the first one with a dodge button. Now the bad: The history have no sense! This is spoiler free so dont worry about, but u start with a beloved character and suddenly they change to another one than u don't now and kill one of the character than u loved! From there u can see a downfall: plots holes everywhere, character so unforgivable than u dont can care less. And a final escene than make u think: wtf i spend 30h in this game! For what!? I dont recommend this game to anyone.    … Expand
  56. orozcohoyos123
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Un gran juego, tiene tantos buenos detalles que hacen que la experiencia realmente se disfrute, creo que la gente que califica con un cero es puro odio, no saben valorar una obra maestra cuando la ven.
  57. Zarde
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Jogo maravilhoso, cenário, jogabilidade e história são maravilhosos. Abby uma ótima personagem.
  58. Pavelmulik
    Jun 26, 2020
    3
    Very poor plot comparing with the first part.Main characters do not cause any empathy,the motivation of revenge is not the best to construct on its basis the whole story.Political references cause only irritation .No significant changes in gameplay, mechanics.
  59. Smil3ey
    Jun 26, 2020
    1
    actually my first ever review probably in the internet. This game (particularly the story) is a disappointment, bad writing, characters feel empty, and the ending is probably one of the worst i ever experienced in video games. *beep beep bot comment beep beep*
  60. Harry0112
    Jun 26, 2020
    2
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Betrayal of the original game. Main character killed off in first few hours. Inexplicably play his killer half way through the game. A confused story that has no place in the context of the zombie apocalypse world.… Expand
  61. ProfessorSkully
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. While where were some points that I disliked about the story and especially how you are forced to play the role of the murderer of Joel. There are so many great points about this game that are relatable. There is no pure evil and also no pure good. I also didn't like how some people died, but that's live you don't get what you deserve most time's.

    While my real score should be an 7.5/10 I'll give it a 10 because there are so many fake hate reviews.    … Expand
  62. Justin_Hero96
    Jun 22, 2020
    1
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The graphics are the best there are but that's it. The gameplay feels clunky just like the first one. It's almost no different than the first one, barely any improvement in this section. Soundtrack is on par just like the predecessor and the acting is good but the dialogue feels forced. And the elephant in the room, the story. From the first two hours we see a shift in Ellie, Joel and Tommy, as if they are not the same characters that were before. Having Joel die so early on and with such meaningless is very disrespectful to the character and it does nothing else than to shock the audience. Then forcing to play as Abby. That character feels forced into the story, trying to empathise with her but all it does is taking away the interest of the player in going forward into the story. Lastly the ending. We are forced to go on a path of revenge as Ellie for almost 25 hours only to kill everyone that had less to do with Joel's death but the story leaves the killer get away with the murder and leave the main protagonist with nothing. The story doesn't satisfy the players at all and all it does is leaving us betrayed and disappointed for struggling to rech the end of the tale. For a story driven game it fails in comparison with the first The Last of Us and if the story doesn't clicks, then it's hard to enjoy it especially that the gameplay is outdated.… Expand
  63. Johnissora
    Jun 26, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. People are to harsh. This isn't a revenge story. It's a forgiving one. And the difference between what someone's willing to do till they are satisfied. They way the story is set, I do disagree. I believe if they split up abby's moments before we saw her as Joel's murder, it would have been much better. But that's not the case. But it doesn't change the fact it was a good game from gameplay and effort. And maybe they left the end open for a 3ed. So we'll see what happens, but honestly I'm not disappointed but not impressed… Expand
  64. Niesmialypawel
    Jun 26, 2020
    7
    Extraordinary world, gameplay, graphics, music and sound - but story is, hm pointless. After all Its hard to understand actions of Ellie. I've spent great 30 hours in best looking world ever but story is too stupid. I thought that it will be easily best game of PS4 but it is not. Still one of the best.
  65. Xanadevil
    Jun 20, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Muy mal narrativano se porq quitaron a joel no entiendo xq paso eso aparte del crunch… Expand
  66. UGAY
    Jun 26, 2020
    9
    Норм игра, людям, ко орые ставят 0 игре из-за лгбт удачи в жизни)
  67. Elastico10
    Jun 26, 2020
    2
    Muy mala la historia,no tiene sentido casi nada de lo que pasa en el juego. Una verdadera pérdida de tiempo y dinero. Una lástima porque lo esperaba con muchas ganas y me decepcionó
  68. Unbound1
    Jun 26, 2020
    0
    Unfortunately the game suffers from a horrible story, boring game play, terrible new characters and a clear agenda is present within the game. For these reasons it is wise to save your money and DO NOT BUY THIS GAME!!!!!!!
  69. DeusDivinatis
    Jun 20, 2020
    2
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I can't apreciate relevant differences between it's predecessor, the story is awful with a long inconsistency in the writting.

    I think Naughty Dog should check some creative decisions in their office.    … Expand
  70. genus2008
    Jun 22, 2020
    9
    Great Gameplay - Gorgeous Landscape - Terrible Story
    Great Gameplay - Gorgeous Landscape - Terrible Story
  71. kristiyan_nikol
    Jun 26, 2020
    0
    The graphics and gameplay of this game are amazing like the in first part, but the story sucks a lot.
  72. Ryguy2015
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The Last of Us gave us an exploration of characters who we came to understand deeply throughout the time that we spent with them. In Part II, we are shown that careful characterization from all sides of conflict. Ellie is no longer the hero, but rather just a lost character desperately trying to do something that would make her life "mean something." The only way she can fathom to do this is to seek revenge for Joel's death by understanding what Joel was, because she was hurt by his actions, rather than what Joel has become after they settled in Jackson.

    Contrast this with Abby's character, which mirrors Joel's, we understand the confusion and guilt that can lead to a change of heart and return to humanity for the character. Ellie may be the one with the moth tattoo. But she spends the entire game failing to "follow the light." She fails at every turn and is punished for it as she puts the people around her in danger. Abby on the other hand, grows throughout the game to understand that she doesn't have to lose hope. There is still light for her to follow. The last shot of the game, with the moth on the guitar and Ellie in the background shows that she has finally accepted Joel for what he grew to rather than as a product of his horrific past. She accepts her last memories of Joel and then goes off into the world to follow the light and do right by him. So damn good man.

    Game play is actually fun this time around. Previously, combat felt slow and frustrating. Now, you are given freedom to approach encounters with enemies in a variety of ways. When gun fighting really kicks up, things feel frantic and rushed. The improved movement and aiming help to sell this as you can move in and out of hand to hand, to range fighting, to running away seamlessly. All the while the game maintains a brutal realism through the weight behind each action. Killing in hand to hand takes time and is messy while firing at range is high stakes to make each shot count.

    10/10. Seeing these two characters grapple with ideas of maturity in a world where childhood was never afforded to them is painful to watch in such a meaningful way. Beyond that game play is enjoyable this time around the length and variety present in the game absolutely makes it worth every penny.

    Naughty Dog cut out the crunch time in your games. People deserve better than that.    … Expand
  73. Washierjoker255
    Jun 19, 2020
    1
    The story is a monumental piece of trash and it's one of the worst. But the worst ending I've ever seen, the best way to load up fans and ruin one of the best Playstation Exclusive sagas, don't spend your money on this trash
  74. aider719
    Jun 26, 2020
    6
    Una historia bastan irregular e incoherente, se limita ha hacer sufrir patológicamente al jugador. Se esta convirtiendo enuna espece del walking dead donde en vez de disfruta del juego estas a la espera de ver a que personaje van a matar.
  75. Bacaneira
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Don't get yourself be influenced by "Joel girls", prejudiced people or xbox fans that are rating the game. The Game is a masterpiece, better graphics of generation (and of all games to). Great animations, brutality and so
    Just remember this is not Uncharted, do not expect a happy ending with everyone alive. GG    … Expand
  76. Brunoortins
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    Melhor jogo desse ano!! Sistema de combate muito bem feito ,trilha sonora exemplar historia com inicio meio e fim bem dirigida !!
  77. cquerrieo22
    Jun 26, 2020
    8
    A more mature form of storytelling is used here. Forcing you to take a step back after full completion of the game to gain perspective. Choosing not to divulge into fan fare is a risky choice, but ultimately it pays off.
  78. Tommy9090
    Jun 26, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Storytelling was a dissapointment...The sequel is worse than its predecessor.… Expand
  79. JerryBanks404
    Jun 26, 2020
    0
    being someone who played the entirety I can say that this game starts horrible, switches things up midway with a halo2/ mgs2 plot twist in the most infuriating way, and then twists the blade even further with an ending that doesn't add up with what we have done through the entire game, it feels as though they spent four and a half of the five year development crafting the amazing graphics,being someone who played the entirety I can say that this game starts horrible, switches things up midway with a halo2/ mgs2 plot twist in the most infuriating way, and then twists the blade even further with an ending that doesn't add up with what we have done through the entire game, it feels as though they spent four and a half of the five year development crafting the amazing graphics, banged out a plot in seven minutes, and spent the rest of the time trying to hide this plot from the public when it was leaked, this game feels like fan fiction with an OC insert, Don't buy this game.… Expand
  80. akrueger
    Jun 26, 2020
    2
    Game of thrones season 8 level of disappointment! Despite having a few good characters arch and beautiful graphics, the end the story leaves very little for the player to like. Even though I respect the creative choice, it's sad to see the developers have chosen this route... After the first game leaves the player eager for a continuation, the closing cut scenes of The Last Of Us Part IIGame of thrones season 8 level of disappointment! Despite having a few good characters arch and beautiful graphics, the end the story leaves very little for the player to like. Even though I respect the creative choice, it's sad to see the developers have chosen this route... After the first game leaves the player eager for a continuation, the closing cut scenes of The Last Of Us Part II left a sour taste and no desire to replay it or expect a sequence. Gameplaywise it's very repetitive, but the visuals are stunning and the actors did a hell of a job! Final score: 2.… Expand
  81. Thorfin
    Jun 21, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Great game which dares to not play it safe. The unexpected twists are controversial but courageous that they did.… Expand
  82. ChasterPlay
    Jun 26, 2020
    9
    Прошёл The Last of Us part ii. Naughty Dog, вы сумасшедшие(в хорошем смысле). Игра великолепная, шедевральная. Геймплей, левел дизайн, атмосфера, музыка, анимация вообще за гранью. История очень сильная. но что бы понять нужны мозги. Спасибо Naughty Dog!Прошёл The Last of Us part ii. Naughty Dog, вы сумасшедшие(в хорошем смысле). Игра великолепная, шедевральная. Геймплей, левел дизайн, атмосфера, музыка, анимация вообще за гранью. История очень сильная. но что бы понять нужны мозги. Спасибо Naughty Dog!
  83. Lexa3iy
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Шедевр! Просто шедевр! А те, кто хаят игру, идиоты, раз не могут увидеть в ней Шедевр!
  84. kraken2506
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    On par with the first game ignore the trolls it's worth the money.
    You'll probably end up playing through more than once to get 100%
  85. LuigiCuau
    Jun 26, 2020
    3
    Toda una decepciona, con el inicio arruinan a un gran personaje con su muerte, con solo apretar cuadrado acabas con cualquier enemigo, pesima historia, pésima inteligencia artificial y un juego muy corto, gráficos pasables pero no exprimen la mayor capacidad de la PS4 como el God of War
  86. nawbla
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is the best game/story on PS4. You will play some of the game from a perspective you will not initially agree with, and that is part of the STRENGTH of this game. Every story has two sides. One person's villain may be another's hero. Everything is a matter of perspective. This game will make you angry, but by the end it will show you how to understand. It's damn near perfect in execution.… Expand
  87. Ahsusa
    Jun 22, 2020
    0
    Nice graphics and gameplay, fell short in comparison to the first game, in my opinion.
  88. Heyman42
    Jun 21, 2020
    0
    Story left me majorly disappointed. Especially after completely undoing what they did in the first game.
  89. rustemali23
    Jun 24, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Oyunun ana karakterini böyle saygısızca öldüren bir yonetmenin oyununu almayın. Malesef senaryo kötü olunca oyuna adapte olamiyorsunuz. Bok gibi. 430 liram çöp oldu.… Expand
  90. LaloCura
    Jun 26, 2020
    2
    3/10
    just to acknowledge the tremendous work of the developers.

    impeccable technical work. But the most importantly, the narrative, is so bad that we hope they never use this title again. the franchise "THE LAST OF US" is dead.
  91. mozqguy
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Honestly, having fought on the front lines of #GamerGate for almost half a decade now, I can say that this game fundamentally changed my perspective on LGBTQ representation in media. I will never forget this incredible journey. My fellow gamers, as surprised as I am to say this, Anita Sarkeesian was right...

    Give this game a chance!
  92. jjn
    Jun 26, 2020
    3
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. la historia es mala ,por que aruinar una tranquicia asi de ese modo ,personajes forzados para caer bien .… Expand
  93. fve
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Great game, memorable moments, unforgettable, excellent gameplay and shocking story.
  94. WaredBox
    Jun 26, 2020
    3
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. No really no. The choice of the scenario belongs to the team which develops it certainly but, there it is not correct. Joel is a character we learned to appreciate and make him spit in the face is clearly not deserved.… Expand
  95. flaviocorreaa
    Jun 26, 2020
    0
    The game has nothing to do with the story of 1. They want to make you accept the whole ideology by relaxing the story of the first.
  96. Jackazz71v2
    Jun 24, 2020
    2
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I can see many people feel the same way I do. I enjoyed the game for an hour then boom, best character in the story is gone like a fart in the wind. Basically you set out as Ellie with her gf and a horse on an "epic tale of revenge ". Lies. You play a very linear driven game after the first 2 hours,and the story becomes very predictable. The a.i. in this game is dumb (this includes your partner.) The combat mechanics is the same as the first game. The majority of the action scenes or revenge scenes have you hit square repeatedly. The game wants you to feel for abby as if we don't already love and have a connection with joel and ellie. I get it it, it's a story about revenge and justice ,but it just feels so bland to me. The characters weren't very interesting either. So when I knew one was about to die because the story is so freaking predictable, I just sat there shaking my head. I think the worse thing to me about the game is playing Abby. I hated playing as Joel's killer and going through her perspective. IDC! She is an unlikable buff turd. At this point, I'm merely completing the game to avenge the death of my 60 bucks I sacrificed at gamestop. In the end ellie loses more than ever and abby is still with lev and they live happily every after. My opinion and you will either agree or disagree. But remember at the end of the day, we are all human beings, so please be kind to each other!:)… Expand
  97. AaronBrooks
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    All the hating on this game is ridiculous. Fair enough if it's not your thing but to call this game bad is just a childish response to not getting the story you wanted.
  98. RideTheExpress
    Jun 26, 2020
    3
    As a fan of the original and of the opinion it's a masterpiece, I'm so deeply sad this game is so woefully poor in comparison. Being a sequel you can't take it just on its own terms, you have to grade it taking into consideration the rich history, and importance it has in gamer's lives. The story is horrendously flawed. It starts off a note that feels like the last of us but as its 20-25As a fan of the original and of the opinion it's a masterpiece, I'm so deeply sad this game is so woefully poor in comparison. Being a sequel you can't take it just on its own terms, you have to grade it taking into consideration the rich history, and importance it has in gamer's lives. The story is horrendously flawed. It starts off a note that feels like the last of us but as its 20-25 hour story progresses on, it becomes something far uglier. A disgracefully misplaced story stacked on top of illogical plot holes and stupidly contradicting character development meant it was one of the most frustrating games I've ever played. The gameplay was good, much the same as the first one and the game looks gorgeous from top to bottom. However it is the creative equivalent to Tommy Wiseau getting to direct the sequel to Citizen Kane. At least in that scenario I could laugh, whereas in this one I just want to cry. Naughty Dog, you should be ashamed of yourselves.… Expand
  99. WolfSP
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is so far the best of naughty dog , makes you love every character in the game and a few others really really hate … Expand
  100. TheDigitalBoy
    Jun 26, 2020
    2
    If ever there was a desire to completely destroy a fan base for a true masterpiece, then this is the shining example. It can't be denied that the graphics and presentation are stunning - although green and grey does get pretty tiresome after 20 hours no matter how good it looks!

    However even then it still has many many faults - the gameplay is far too repetitive and artificially drawn    If ever there was a desire to completely destroy a fan base for a true masterpiece, then this is the shining example. It can't be denied that the graphics and presentation are stunning - although green and grey does get pretty tiresome after 20 hours no matter how good it looks!

    However even then it still has many many faults - the gameplay is far too repetitive and artificially drawn out. The writing is cringe worthy awful with plot holes the size of the grand canyon and I found myself bored and completely disinterested through large parts of the game.

    But the main issue here is that players aren't playing the sequel to The Last Of Us for the graphics, heck they aren't even playing it for the gameplay - they are playing it for the story and characters. And this is where it all comes crashing down like a hurricane.

    Aside from what actually happens and what the player is forced to do and play as, it cannot be denied by the developer the sheer amount of deception created in the build up to the release.

    Players expected a certain experience and through the developer's selfish actions they seemingly set out to ensure the exact opposite of this would happen.

    As a stand-alone game titled something like Abby's Tale set in it's own unique game world, this would have been a more than acceptable game. The problem is, it isn't and as a 'The Last Of us' game, that is unforgivable and it fails spectacularly.    … Expand
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#2 Best 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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