The Last of Us Part II

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  1. JackShepardf
    Jun 28, 2020
    0
    The biggest disappointment of the year.I avoided leaks and spoilers but now I regret about that.I love first part because of the Ellie and Joel.This game gave me a hope for better in people,it gave me "light".And I expected the same "heart" story from part 2.But..Druckman destroyed franchise. I also want to admit that I noticed a lot of bugs.It seems that they don't care about the qualityThe biggest disappointment of the year.I avoided leaks and spoilers but now I regret about that.I love first part because of the Ellie and Joel.This game gave me a hope for better in people,it gave me "light".And I expected the same "heart" story from part 2.But..Druckman destroyed franchise. I also want to admit that I noticed a lot of bugs.It seems that they don't care about the quality of the game but only about promoting insane values.… Expand
  2. LorenzoGrumelli
    Jun 28, 2020
    10
    Io non so che problemi ha certa gente...
    Questo gioco è da 10.
    La trama non era poi così banale, come molti dicono, ovviamente se per "banale", lo dite solo perché avete visto i leak, beh... cacchi vostri. Ricco di colpi di scena ed emozionante. Il gameplay mi è piaciuto, ed era molto semplice da capire. Grafica eccezionale, hanno sfruttato al meglio le potenzialità della ps4. Non pensavo    Io non so che problemi ha certa gente...
    Questo gioco è da 10.
    La trama non era poi così banale, come molti dicono, ovviamente se per "banale", lo dite solo perché avete visto i leak, beh... cacchi vostri. Ricco di colpi di scena ed emozionante. Il gameplay mi è piaciuto, ed era molto semplice da capire.
    Grafica eccezionale, hanno sfruttato al meglio le potenzialità della ps4.
    Non pensavo che potesse arrivare a tali livelli, anche avendo la Fat, il gioco andava molto bene e i tempi d'attesa per tornare in vita erano minimi.
    Naughty dog è sinonimo di garanzia.    … Expand
  3. Himotakami
    Jun 28, 2020
    10
    Это то, что подарит вам сильные эмоции. Отличная игра, с невероятно вылизанным, кропотливо сделанным миром. Отличные персонажи и история. Бомбить будет только у тех, кто не любит реальность, а реальность по сути такова, да глупые, да не осмвсленныепостцпки, но так оно есть и в реальном мире.Это то, что подарит вам сильные эмоции. Отличная игра, с невероятно вылизанным, кропотливо сделанным миром. Отличные персонажи и история. Бомбить будет только у тех, кто не любит реальность, а реальность по сути такова, да глупые, да не осмвсленныепостцпки, но так оно есть и в реальном мире.
  4. Gruty
    Jun 28, 2020
    10
    Amazing! The game is beautiful in all ways. I am sure the low ratings are unfair. If you played the first game, you will love that one.
  5. El_pansho
    Jun 28, 2020
    10
    the game it's beautiful, i don't care the popular opinion, this it's a masterpiece
  6. hitchy21
    Jun 28, 2020
    10
    A masterpiece. Just as good as the first, perhaps a story that is even better
  7. Davidmarfr
    Jun 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Buenos gráficos historia perfecta y final mejorable me da rabia que ellie no mataste a Abby… Expand
  8. Kiavashkm
    Jun 28, 2020
    10
    This is my best game ever its not for kids or even teenagers.now somebody loves game and other people hate game
  9. byecds
    Jul 6, 2020
    7
    considero que the last of us 2 es un juego donde la mayor virtud y algo que logra de manera arriesgada es generar odio respecto a algunos personajes, aunque como videojuego recae en varias secciones donde el juego no puede brillar en la manera que deberia y pedazos de la historia son simplemente innecesarios pero a su vez convenientes para que la trama avanze y usa el tiempo justo para queconsidero que the last of us 2 es un juego donde la mayor virtud y algo que logra de manera arriesgada es generar odio respecto a algunos personajes, aunque como videojuego recae en varias secciones donde el juego no puede brillar en la manera que deberia y pedazos de la historia son simplemente innecesarios pero a su vez convenientes para que la trama avanze y usa el tiempo justo para que te encariñes con alguno de estos, este es un juego donde reina la tristeza y el odio por parte de los personajes donde las consecuencias de las acciones seran innevitables, donde invita al jugador a estar consciente de que no es un juego complaciente, graficamente es un juego muy bien llevado que es capaz de sacar la potencia de una ps4 y mecanicamente no innova en mucho pero si refina lo suficiente para que sea una experiencia disfrutable y violenta, bajaria mi nota mas de lo que esta, pero no considero que el juego se nefasto como lo hacen ver por aqui, aunque este juego esta muy lejos de la perfeccion y brillantez que tenia el primer the last of us e incluso su juego antecesor que fue uncharted 4 aunque no deberia ser comparable ya que son dos juegos con tematica y contexto diferente, the last of us 2 es un juego que en fin se comprende un poco el odio que tiene debido a practicas nefastas e injustificables de la empresa pero ya las cosas estan hechas y asi se quedaran… Expand
  10. gstr4nge
    Jun 28, 2020
    10
    O melhor jogo do ano sem dúvidas! Ótima game play, ótimos gráficos, ótima história.
  11. AP007
    Jun 28, 2020
    10
    I love that Naughty Dog decided to go in the direction they did. I love the story and how characters evolve during the game. I'm glad I didn't read other user reviews and all the hate before playing. I really enjoyed the game and I suggest you keep an open mind and enjoy the detail that went into the game. Looking forward to part 3. Let's go.
  12. JasonDoesBricks
    Jun 28, 2020
    9
    Lets start off simply. This game is split between people who love it for simply being another installment in the Last of Us and people who hate it for its story. I would like to say this: if you go into any game with any pre-determined thoughts, you will tend to have that experience regardless of how the game actually performs. As with anything in life.

    With that said, I saw the critic    Lets start off simply. This game is split between people who love it for simply being another installment in the Last of Us and people who hate it for its story. I would like to say this: if you go into any game with any pre-determined thoughts, you will tend to have that experience regardless of how the game actually performs. As with anything in life.

    With that said, I saw the critic reviews of 10/10 and 5 stars, etc. I also saw the audience saying this game would be awful after the plot leaks. Those who read the leaks, learned of a big motive for the story, and instantly begun hating the game for it. This is the problem with spoilers. They ruin things for people.

    I was able to avoid the spoilers and went into this game expecting something good, but was weary and open-minded.

    I chose to write without spoilers, as the point of a review is to inform someone if they purchase something or not. This game is a purchase in my opinion. The sound and graphics are amazing, as to be expected with a Naughty Dog game. One thing a lot of reviews seem to miss, is the level of detail though. They do not go into the amount of detail. The world is very immersive and the music fits incredibly well. The combat is hard if you do not loot. The game attempts to will you into exploration and you find things you would not expect. Not weapons and ammo, but the stories of people who lived in the areas you loot. The benefits of this pay off, and you can get good gear.

    Even more so, the combat is very intense. It is violent. Very violent. However, that is the point of this game. To put emotion behind killing. Players are used to killing hundreds of enemies across multiple games without a thought to it. That is the point of this game and the message trying to be told. Violence, in any capacity, is violent. When you kill an enemy, others will cry out their name. Sometimes after landing a shot, the enemy collapses to the floor and screams until they die. This is very different from any game I have played. It tries to make you realize you are actually killing someone. Not some nobody, but somebody.

    The story is not perfect. There was no way to really make a sequel to the first game perfect, as the Last of Us was a perfect game and did not need a sequel. I understand that the Naughty Dog wanted to make a sequel, mainly for money, but also to simply make another game. The story is good for what it is. It is emotional, and those who say moments don't matter, are simply detached from the story.

    This game is best played in a setting where you can focus on it. It is best played when you are not trying to relax. It is more of an art project then a game for that matter. Last of Us Part II wants you to feel emotional during the game and tries desperately to achieve that. It works at times but also doesn't.

    The game attempts to show you the level of emotion behind people. It tries to show you that despite all the enemies you encounter, they all always have a reason for what they are doing. That, they might not actually be bad. The only real "bad guys" are the undead, and they aren't focused on as much for that reason.

    All in all, I think this game takes a lot to understand. You have to be willing to accept things for what they are and role with the game. Make a judgement on it once you are all the way through it, not at the start or middle, but at the complete end.

    This game is good and I would recommend it to others. It is a unique experience in gaming, and there is no other gaming experience like it.    … Expand
  13. Beyset
    Jun 29, 2020
    3
    Disappointing sequel to what was a perfect game. Gameplay was fantastic with a range of new weapons and enemies. I cannot wait to see how the multiplayer will turn out.

    The story however was a let down to say the least. You can tell what Naughty Dog was trying to do with the story but it just did not work.

    As Joel says "there was a sequel..wasn't as good"
  14. Nerol
    Jun 29, 2020
    10
    Great storytelling and some of the best graphics I've ever seen. Highly recommend
  15. Memelord26
    Jun 29, 2020
    10
    Einfach nur storymäßig einzigartig gut und sowohl gameplay als auch Grafik wunderschön
  16. Rydberg
    Jun 29, 2020
    2
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I was as many others exited to play this game with the first one fresh in mind but boy was I dissaponted. The masterpiece that was the first one was almost violated. They way they force them out of the story was very disappointing and the character you end up playing was impossible to relate with or feel for.

    Still, as a asrand alone game I would consider it an okay game. A solid 5/10. But knowing what could have been I cant help feeling immensely dissapointed.    … Expand
  17. cjth_97
    Jun 29, 2020
    10
    Fantastic game in every way, currently on new game+.
    I guess a lot of people can't see the point, but the message is clear. Naughty Dog did a great job, but most people expect the impossible from them.
  18. PikaChon
    Jun 29, 2020
    1
    It breaks my heart to write this, but I really did not expect such a poor story after all these years of waiting. While there were a few genuinely good moments, majority of game filled up with plot holes. It just took elements of what worked for the first game without understanding what made them compelling.
  19. mrmake_hersmile
    Jun 29, 2020
    3
    False advertising with the trailer led most to buy this game but I’m happy I and my friends didn’t. The lack of honesty will always backfire in the worst way even if you try to deny it with the invisible enemies mindset Nick. The writing and story direction was very poor and the message of the game is a far cry from the first game. However since you’re enjoying the millions for now, whoFalse advertising with the trailer led most to buy this game but I’m happy I and my friends didn’t. The lack of honesty will always backfire in the worst way even if you try to deny it with the invisible enemies mindset Nick. The writing and story direction was very poor and the message of the game is a far cry from the first game. However since you’re enjoying the millions for now, who cares right?… Expand
  20. Haydu
    Jun 29, 2020
    10
    The emotional intensity of this game is surreal. This demonstrates the developers' ability to project human nature into their work, traumatic relapses and weakened humanization in this context. It has its flaws, just like human beings.
  21. whitelung
    Jun 29, 2020
    10
    Just finished playing and woah. So emotional, so incredible. Don't think I've ever felt like this about a game before. It's art; an instant classic. Played the game without spoilers and don't regret it. Those who gave the game 1 star for Joel's death, what kind of game did you think it was going to be? Did you forget this is an action/horror game set in a post apocalyptic world? Did youJust finished playing and woah. So emotional, so incredible. Don't think I've ever felt like this about a game before. It's art; an instant classic. Played the game without spoilers and don't regret it. Those who gave the game 1 star for Joel's death, what kind of game did you think it was going to be? Did you forget this is an action/horror game set in a post apocalyptic world? Did you not see the trailer?? "Ellie's revenge". What did you think she would be vengeful for? It made sense to me and I liked the way they did it. Let's be real, before Ellie, Joel was an evil **** To everyone that has faced the barrel of his gun, he got what he deserved. Was I upset by his death? Of course! Did I think Ellie deserved revenge? **** yeah! And I was stoked to kill everyone that had a hand in Joel's death. Because I loved the character and thought Ellie deserved redemption. I loved playing as Abby and I grew to love the character. At first of course I hated her and didn't like playing as her because of the animosity I had towards her over Joel's death. But after learning who she was from a kid to an adult, from a WLF to rescuing scars to a prisoner, from a violent, evil brute to a loving carer wanting genuine change I grew attached to her. Having to fight Ellie as Abby and vice versa was so intense and upsetting. I loved the way it was done. You can draw lots of parallels between Abby and Joel. Both began as murderous people, killing and doing it well for the prosperity of themselves and those around them. Finding a young person that they grow to love and care for that changes their ethics and goals, leading them to live more open, trusting lives. The difference is you dont get to see what Joel did before Ellie, it's only referenced that he killed innocent people and set traps.

    Also if you're really that bothered by how jacked Abby is (you're probably a misogynist and) it serves a real purpose. Ellie is super petite and you cant play as Joel so you're missing the classic brutal playstyle of TLOU without Abby. She can hold a massive rifle steady, swing a pickaxe without falling over and punch the **** out of people. My only gripe is before the farm, Ellie and Dina's relationship seemed kind of baseless to me. Context was only found in Ellie's teenage journal in the museum. Didn't really like Dina's character and didnt think she deserved Ellie. That did change after seeing them as a domestic couple but i wished i had felt that much earlier in the game. I think if you had read negative reviews of the game before playing (or have some *ahem* prejudices) and are set on disliking the game for those reasons, you have robbed yourself of one of the best gaming experiences ever.    … Expand
  22. Epel76
    Jun 29, 2020
    10
    Definitely beautiful game and great story. I was playing The Last of Us 1, when I finish playing The Last of Us 2, it give you more emotional feeling
  23. DawnOfJustice
    Jun 29, 2020
    10
    Masterclass from top to bottom. I was skeptical going in after reading some spoilers but boy was i wrong. It organically opens up the world from part one and shows you events from 2 points of view and enforces every action has a reaction. The game really comes together in the closing hours and i was a nervous wreck the entire time. This game deeply moved me and Will stay with me for year'sMasterclass from top to bottom. I was skeptical going in after reading some spoilers but boy was i wrong. It organically opens up the world from part one and shows you events from 2 points of view and enforces every action has a reaction. The game really comes together in the closing hours and i was a nervous wreck the entire time. This game deeply moved me and Will stay with me for year's to come.… Expand
  24. Patrick_F
    Jun 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The last of us 2 is a game with hardship, despair and loss. But also within the game is love, strong relationships and forgiveness. The story with Ellie and Dina was the main strong point of the beginning of the game. Joel on the other hand, you can see that the relationship has grown very low, because of Ellie finding out the truth of what Joel had done to her. Which is why I agree with Ellie, she had the chance to save humanity and she wanted to do that and was ready for that sacrifice. But Joel took a selfish move and saved her because he seen her as the only thing he had left in this dying world. Joel still seen her as a little girl and not an adult who wanted to do her own thing. Think of him as a loving yet very protective father. To which is why I also love the way Joel is presented in this game, you know that his story is over, and that Ellie, Dina, Abby and Lev now take over. But now we are gonna talk about Joel's death. Joel needed to die. Maybe not in the way it happened (he had it coming tbh) but it happened and we have to move on. He killed Abby's father for trying to save the world, her father didn't see any wrong and only thought in the recovery of humanity. Joel wronged alot of people, but he was also a good hearted person. Abby sought revenge the same as any other person would do in that situation. Especially in the world they live in. Now back to Ellie, she killed alot of people to just get to one person, even a pregnant women who didn't want to be a part of it. The question I kept asking myself was.. was it worth it? All this killing? Abby let Ellie and Tommy go, but again here is another loop. Tommy wanted revenge for the death of his brother, and so set for another killing spree to which I agree. But now I'm seeing in this story that these are two stories with the same outcome... death. Unresolved and unnecessary death on both parties. Which I think Ellie herself brought on to herself. Now onto my favourite character, Abby. Abby's character development was amazing. At the start I wanted her dead for what she did. But later finding out what happened, I understood why. She had a valid reason for wanting revenge. Now we come to the aid of Yara and Lev. Both amazing characters and totally deserve to be recognised in this game. We see Abby's human side here, she could have walked away after they saved her life. Abby went to hell and back for them and in the end, got a new friend. Lev. Lev has had a troubled story, and also deserves full respect for what he had been through. Yes, he is trans and done what he thought was right, and that was to be himself. His own mother tried to kill him because of it and with the other scars calling him 'Lilly' you can tell the other scars did not accept him for it and therefore got so much hate to the point which he and his sister escaped. Abby deserves so much respect for helping Yara and Lev, again she could have walked away but she didnt. She stood her ground for what was right. Now to the ending, both women fighting to the end. Ellie was gonna win but then turned away because of guilt. Ill leave it up to you to what you think of the ending but I think it ended right. Both women deserved what they got, they both suffered and therefore redeemed. Overall, this game was probably the best game I have ever played. The small love moments between Ellie and Dina are amazing (I cried at the 'Take on me' moment, it was so beautiful). This game deserves all the praise it gets and hope Abby and Lev have their own game.… Expand
  25. Overbacher
    Jun 29, 2020
    10
    Не знаю в какую игру играли хомяки которые лупят 3-4-5 без разбора, но явно не в эту. Она меня разъебала, это прям мягко сказано. Студия как всегда показала высший класс, сценарий охуенный, а подача сюжета очень необычная.
  26. olezhkabeloff
    Jun 29, 2020
    10
    Эта игра имеет безусловно не идеальна.Как мне показалось эпизоды где нужно играть за Эбби вышли на порядок слабее,чем за Элли,как в сценарном,так и в геймплейном плане.Этот персонаж не смог вызвать во мне достаточной доли симпатии к нему(что скорее всего никак не входило в планы разработчиков).Также стоит отметить ЛГБТ повестку,очевидно,что ей нашлось здесь место,но вписана она в геймплейЭта игра имеет безусловно не идеальна.Как мне показалось эпизоды где нужно играть за Эбби вышли на порядок слабее,чем за Элли,как в сценарном,так и в геймплейном плане.Этот персонаж не смог вызвать во мне достаточной доли симпатии к нему(что скорее всего никак не входило в планы разработчиков).Также стоит отметить ЛГБТ повестку,очевидно,что ей нашлось здесь место,но вписана она в геймплей крайне органично и почти не вызывает вопросов(за исключением нескольких сцен и персонажей,опять же,всё это из эпизодов за Эбби)Но в плане геймплея,аудиосопровождения(уже неделю кручу альбом из этой игры),графики,геймдизайна и актёрской игры у меня нет никаких вопросов.Да в этой игре есть к чему придраться,но она смогла вызвать во мне бурю эмоций(чего я не испытывал со времён игры в 4-го Бога войны) и за это я могу ей всё простить.Однозначно одна из лучших игр этого поколения.… Expand
  27. ScorpionZstormm
    Jun 29, 2020
    10
    This game is just so flawless ....prolly the best game I’ve ever played . Such a realistic and heart wrenching story . Worth Every Second
  28. Danilatheman
    Jun 29, 2020
    10
    Just finished it. Oh man, that was something I've never experienced before. Bravo NAUGHTY DOG! This range of emotions is why I love gaming in a first place. But could any other game do that to me? No. Only Last of us 2 and Ellie's story. It's definitely anything in between 8/10 and 10/10, depends on what sort of player you are. For me it's a must-have and a no-brainer, when it comes toJust finished it. Oh man, that was something I've never experienced before. Bravo NAUGHTY DOG! This range of emotions is why I love gaming in a first place. But could any other game do that to me? No. Only Last of us 2 and Ellie's story. It's definitely anything in between 8/10 and 10/10, depends on what sort of player you are. For me it's a must-have and a no-brainer, when it comes to story and characters, smooth and all-around sweet game-play, graphics and lightnings, sounds and music. Literally everything here is a perfect example of how games should be made. I could have said a lot more, but why should I. Give it a try yourself. Game will leave you speechless. Such a masterpiece to witness, games like this one will move whole industry forward for sure.… Expand
  29. LordMelkor
    Jun 29, 2020
    10
    This game is not for those who remain children but for those who understand art.
  30. FredTheNoob
    Dec 18, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. So lets start with the good aspects of this game:

    Gameplay - Original and like the first one, imo there is nothing wrong with this since the concept from the original game worked so well. Animations are amazing, fluid and interactive unlike any game ever, cinematics are also immersive and fantastic, alongside a lot of other factors including level design, graphics and so much more.

    But unfurtunately this review score is massively pulled down due to the big elephant in the room: The story - As Druckmann said the story would create some very divisive opinions with the release of this game, and oh boy was he right. Now I don't like the story one bit, and that is mostly since it kinda takes Joel and Ellie's story, and their amazing bond which develops in the first game and throws it somewhat out of the window. Again as many argues mostly people say we don't like the game since Joel dies, this is not true. Matter of fact we all saw this move coming, but it is more HOW Joel dies. It happens in a violent, sadistic and heartbreaking way, that you really feel emotionally. Also the unrealistic plot hole, that Joel in the first game basically slaughtered a hospital of fireflies, which should make him pretty untrusty of any strangers whatsoever, both to keep him and Ellie safe. But still he proceeds to have nothing against Tommy giving them his name. This death is really heavy on the player and by now you really do feel mad by the way he dies, but wait: Now you gotta play as Abby for 10 hrs of the game? Nice, the bodybuilder that just smashed the **** out of your most beloved character with a golf club is now someone you need to know the backstory of. How inconvenient. Really it feels like this shock-driven roller coaster, where they just keep throwing miserable acts and turns at you, that could literally give you a depression for taking such good a francise and turning it into absolute poop. So Joel dies, Ellie ultimately doesn't get her revenge anyway, she kills like a physchopath and gets as far as killing most of Abby's friends, but at the end decides not to kill her anyway. For me that doesn't make sense, you build up a tense revenge plot around killing dosens and dosens of people, only to get dissatisfied with not killing Abby (aka a bunch of setup but no payoff). Yes the message is supposed to teach us revenge is not the way to go, but still. From Abby's perspective, she gets her revenge on Joel, and gets away with it (Obviously with losses too, but we don't give two ***** about her friends, since she litterally golf clubbed the MOST beloved character, aka. Joel to death). So yeah this is not a happy ending, of course not what would I expect. It's a bloody horror game, that tries to tell us that violence and revenge is not the way to go, even though 99% of the game is slaughtering people and infected. This plot just feels weird and dumb, why not go a different path? For instance with the development of a cure instead of building up this weird tension between factions, as if infected plays a minor role all of the sudden. I just don't understand and I am generally frustrated that Ellie ends up with absolutely nothing (which was also what she expressed she was afraid of in the first game: "Ending up alone"), like the whole francise twisted towards the player having to feel empathetic towards Abby now, because now she is appointed the good girl, and not Ellie. Really sad moment by Neil man, that he has to rip Ellie so much apart, taking everything from her including her baby, girlfriend (Dima), dad-like figure (Joel), multiple fingers, and gives her a stress disorder to top it off. Many people say it's good for the francise to take new directions, and I agree to some extend. Well if they were going to, they might as well just make a completely new story, leaving the old one untouched for a spin off series instead - Since this game literally feels too long because some weird Abby playthrough background DLC was thrown up by Druckmann. I just wish for the writers to at least respect the characters, since ultimately the player base would love for them to be treated somewhat fairly. But yeah look, I guess druckmann got his wishes come true. Since sad moments drag more attension than a linear boring ass storyline. So he'd rather destroy the francise for some more fame. I dunno dude, this interview is getting long and I just really want them to rewrite the whole story.    … Expand
  31. THC_L1POWER
    Jun 29, 2020
    1
    ужасная концовка и вообщем сюжет,игру спасает лишь геймплей и графика, не это я ждал 7 лет
  32. Syfix
    Jul 1, 2020
    0
    Fans have been waiting for seven long years....to see how their beloved character dies like a drug addict in a brawl for another dose....
  33. Thanox
    Jun 30, 2020
    8
    An absolute MASTERPIECE. This is how AAA games should look like.

    I understand criticisms about the story line and agree it really had some weak spots, but overall Part 2 is an improvement over Part 1 in every aspect of the game. The reason why it's not 10/10 is that the combat and resources scavenging gets bit tedious at the end of the game. Edit: After sleeping on it I think the    An absolute MASTERPIECE. This is how AAA games should look like.

    I understand criticisms about the story line and agree it really had some weak spots, but overall Part 2 is an improvement over Part 1 in every aspect of the game.

    The reason why it's not 10/10 is that the combat and resources scavenging gets bit tedious at the end of the game.

    Edit: After sleeping on it I think the game deserves one less point for the Abby line. It was too long and while it managed to make me care about her character it didn't feel right. Perhaps adding it as a DLC would have been much better choice.    … Expand
  34. Ossno
    Jun 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Such a rollercoaster of emotions, I'm so sad that Joel died that way, I was angry at the start, but once I completed the whole story, my thoughts changed a bit, I'm still sad for his death, but he also screwed Abby's life by killing her father.
    I've finished the story loving both Ellie and Abby, they both loved through hell, and saw their best and most caring people dead in front of their eyes.
    Such an amazing game, rarely get all the emotions from a game    … Expand
  35. skhat1995
    Jun 29, 2020
    10
    I am going to keep this short and vague enough to be spoiler-free -- I'd heard some of the leaks, including a major event that happens early in the narrative -- and was prepared to be disappointed in this game. There were multiple points throughout where I thought: That's it, this has lost me. But I kept playing, and after the end, as I reflected on it, I appreciated it more and more. GiveI am going to keep this short and vague enough to be spoiler-free -- I'd heard some of the leaks, including a major event that happens early in the narrative -- and was prepared to be disappointed in this game. There were multiple points throughout where I thought: That's it, this has lost me. But I kept playing, and after the end, as I reflected on it, I appreciated it more and more. Give it a shot and find out where it lands for you. It really may be divisive, and it's true -- there are no choices, so you're along for the ride as these characters do things you wish they wouldn't -- but I believe it is worth judging as a whole.… Expand
  36. JokingScrab149
    Jun 29, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I’m not even going to lie, after finishing this game I absolutely hated it. I hated how they killed Joel, Jesse, and even let Abby escape. But after sitting on the ending for about a week, I started to understand more about some of the decisions. However, it would be foolish to say that everyone is going to love this game. Even people who loved the first game like me might despise this game. I’m going to go through some initial thoughts about major story beats, both of how I felt as it happened and after thought.

    First, I want to go through my initial thoughts of two things. The death of beloved Joel. At first I was in major disbelief of how they had done it, angered to the point where I didn’t play it for the rest of the day. And with the ending, I was so confused of how it went. Abby... got away? Why? Why did she let her just go after seeing Joel? Wouldn’t that anger her even more?

    After I finished the game, I thought about it for about a week. And the more I thought about it, the more I loved it. First, Joel’s death. Through playing as Abby, I was able to understand her humanity, saving Lev and restoring her humanity through him. Like Joel, she learns to love Lev like a brother and cares for him. She even seemed like Ellie in many parts, with her humor and overall attitude. And the ending. I’m not completely clear on it, but here’s what I believe. I think that Ellie saw the huge mistake of killing Joel. But, she sees the vision of Joel on the porch, where she told him that she wants to try to forgive him. Perhaps she wanted to forgive Abby for what she had done like she was going to do with Joel. She was able to see a good side of Abby through Lev, and decided to let her go. And maybe she knew that is she were to kill Abby, Lev would get into the same situation as Ellie was in with Joel. So she decided to end the cycle of violence and take the pain. And by leaving Joel’s guitar and her paintings, she’s deciding to leave what she knows to become a better person for Dina and JJ.

    But even disregarding that, the gameplay of this game is masterclass. I’ve never seen anything like it. It’s so smooth that it almost seems real. The acting is even better, with performances from Ashley Johnson and Shannon Woodward. Both heartbreaking and heartwarming at times, both are some of the best I’ve seen in a long time.

    In conclusion, this game is one that isn’t just going to seem fun all the time or just be surface fun like the Uncharted games (not saying there’s anything wrong with that, I love the Uncharted series) but it’s a game that might disgust you, even anger you at times. But after thinking about a lot of things, it feels like one of the most unforgettable experiences you’ll go through. It’s my GOTY.    … Expand
  37. kevcore22
    Jun 29, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is overall a great game, and I agree with everyone who says that the story is not better than the original. The first game was more self contained and its story was told in a more cohesive way. That being said, Part 2 expands on everything, improves where it must, and delivers an amazing experience whether you agree or disagree with it's key points.

    Joel dying is not wrong. Him trusting strangers is not wrong based on the assumption that he's been re-educating himself to trust strangers that surround Jackson, welcome and shelter them is part of what the whole community is based upon.

    Abby's side of the story is compelling, but I agree with the fact that it might drag a little bit more than necessary. However, you grow to UNDERSTAND her side of the story, and the game doesn't ever force you to like her, the game knows that you know what she did and doesn't intend to dictate how you see her by the end of her section or the game itself. You can absolutely hate her by the end as well, and even if you do that, you're still within the spectrum intended by the storytellers.

    Ellie is great, and she's not mono-dimensional. At the beginning she really has lost purpose, because she knows that her immunity will not amount to anything because Joel took that away from her. The death of her only father figure gives her a new purpose, which is vengeance. However, the game shows you the path of vengeance, how little by little you can be consumed by anger and rage, and thirst for revenge. She's mostly angry at herself for not being able to set aside her disdain for Joel in time and have more time with him, angry for not being strong/smart enough to help him on his last moments. She then gets a second chance with Dina and JJ, and she's still hasn't broken the cycle of violence and vengeance, and feels that the only way to overcome those feelings is by killing the person who set these events in motion, ignoring that in the end, it was Joel himself who set them at the end of Part 1.

    The secondary characters offer development for Ellie and Abby, especially the latter, who we've never met. This is where most people have issues: feeling that spending time with Abby was unnecessary, or dragged; and while I mildly agree with the dragging part, I feel that it was needed for the story that we knew who Abby was and what her life was before and after Joel killed his father.

    At the end, whether you hate Abby or not, whether you agree with Ellie letting Abby and Lev go or not, Joel and Tommy appealing naive in front of Abby and her friends or not; you can't deny that the game told its story, and told it well for the most part. Even if you didn't even like the game to its core, the decisions made by the developers are justified, and they pay off by evoking conversation and emotion from the player.

    In the end, this game is a must play for everyone.    … Expand
  38. pibecantina666
    Jun 29, 2020
    10
    El juego es sencillamente espectacular, quienes esperen que joel y ellie sean superhéroes simplemente asuman que no lo son, son humanos con sus virtudes y defectos, con sus complejidades en sus personalidades. La historia diría que es 9 de 10 pero el apartado audiovisual y de jugabilididad son sin duda 10 de 10
  39. Bofgar
    Jun 30, 2020
    10
    Прекрасная игра, незаслуженно засрана людьми которые смотрели только трейлеры!!! GG
  40. JesusRios
    Jun 30, 2020
    10
    Simply great! Another masterpiece but this time an incomprehensible one. This game puts you not only in the protagonist's shoes, but in the antagonist's as well. As someone the finished the game, I can say, thank you Naughty Dog and thank you Neil Druckman for this trip. I'll be expecting your new proyect.
  41. Ryoga8
    Jun 30, 2020
    10
    El juego nunca se muestra forzosamente inclusivo, la historia es de las mejores de la generación, el gameplay es perfecto, la gente se dejó llevar por el hate, hate el cual si has jugado el juego seguramente pasarás a amarlo. El que los personajes iconicos del juego mueran de forma po o heroicas, nos explica que incluso seamos quien seamos podemos morir de cualquier forma, y eso es una muyEl juego nunca se muestra forzosamente inclusivo, la historia es de las mejores de la generación, el gameplay es perfecto, la gente se dejó llevar por el hate, hate el cual si has jugado el juego seguramente pasarás a amarlo. El que los personajes iconicos del juego mueran de forma po o heroicas, nos explica que incluso seamos quien seamos podemos morir de cualquier forma, y eso es una muy buena forma de retratar la realidad.… Expand
  42. Nemesis1414
    Jun 30, 2020
    10
    This game is the best experience that i've ever had in all my life! The most amazing feeling that i've ever had!
  43. Naji_Zouhari
    Jun 30, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. SPOLIERS AHEAD !!!
    -that game was amazing, and in fact the best thing about it is the hated parts, killing Joel, playing with Abby and Ellie not killing her at the end.
    -Joel's death made the game interesting, and showed that in a **** up world anyone can die.
    -playing with Abby shows how hypocrite people are, if the story was told in reverse (started with Abby's past and didn't know anything about Joel), more people would've empathized with her, but most people hate her cuz they didn't know her, and worst thing is, they don't want to, thats way the game forces your emotional hypocrit ass to play with her...in the end i empathized, and my take was that the world can be **** up, that there is no real glorious good or evil, only perspective.
    -the last part is the most interesting, keep in mind, Abby spared Dina and Ellie, and now is taking care of Lev (who by the these haters try to forget that he is Ellie from TLOU1 and Abby is his Joel), so Abby IS a good person, and she made the first step by not killing Ellie, and in the end, Ellie rediscovered her true good nature, and stopped from killing Abby, that was where i bursted in tears, i was like : poor Ellie, this **** is too much for her, she is just a kid.
    so let's try to have a wider perspective instead of getting stuck in the revenge cycle, god only knows how much i love Joel, he is too close to my real dad so he is somewhat like my dad, i got never over his death, but i knew that all are victims of the world, and that at least Ellie, Abby and Lev, good people, got alive out of it, that's for me is what made the ending peaceful.
    in the end this game just exposed us, and we are mad about it, that's it, and that's what real art should be about, exposing us without care about our feelings.    … Expand
  44. Noah3232
    Jun 30, 2020
    9
    Here to do justice for this game. The characters, gameplay, and graphics are amazing. The plot has some holes obviously but it is made up for by the great flashbacks and some of the better moments in the story.
  45. Crabby_Patty
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    Even though the story will not resonate with everyone, this is a exceptional game. The polish, graphics, gameplay, levels and sound is phenomenal. The story is uncomfortable and brutal but often has very touching moments that definitely worked for me.
  46. MaryJoe
    Jun 30, 2020
    10
    What you need to play The Last of Us Part II:
    (1)An open mind
    (2)An open heart (3)The capacity to listen and understand a story. Once you have these requirements, and you have played the first one, of course, you can jump in and live a journey that will twist your feelings and drag you inside of a cruel reality in one of the best portrayal of human nature ever created. Beware: the    What you need to play The Last of Us Part II:
    (1)An open mind
    (2)An open heart
    (3)The capacity to listen and understand a story.

    Once you have these requirements, and you have played the first one, of course, you can jump in and live a journey that will twist your feelings and drag you inside of a cruel reality in one of the best portrayal of human nature ever created. Beware: the game won't do it gently, and that is gonna be the best part of it.
    What you'll play is indeed a "real" video game, not an interactive experience, with a smooth gameplay, it will seem familiar since it's similar to the one from the first chapter while improved in every single aspect and extremely fun to play.
    I don't think there isn't any need to talk about the graphics, but, if I have to, I'll just say that some little details blew me away and sometimes I even forgot I was playing a video game.
    The world has a need of bold, well-written and incredibly well-developed games like this.

    May your survival be long.
    May your death be swift.    … Expand
  47. AndyLaw75
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    I felt bad playing this game, very bad, but still I loved this so much. This game punches you in the hearth and let you understand this by the very first hours. It's impossible not to sympathize with the characters, because it's all so well written and shown by the team.
    It's a story about revenge and inner change but also a way to understand how important is to understand different    I felt bad playing this game, very bad, but still I loved this so much. This game punches you in the hearth and let you understand this by the very first hours. It's impossible not to sympathize with the characters, because it's all so well written and shown by the team.
    It's a story about revenge and inner change but also a way to understand how important is to understand different points of view, and it's brutal, visceral at a point that you won't have fun playing this, it will shake you with unpredictable plot twists and game design choices.
    If there is one thing this game couldn't be described as is 'fan service' and the courage Naughty Dog had with this writing is admirable, they could do a fan service game and still sell millions of copy.
    Visually state of the art, with a great minimalistic soundtrack, real life like animations, and unprecedented acting for a videogame, The last of us Part 2 is among the best if not the best game of this generation. Gameplay wise is a step over the first chapter, so very very good.
    Any cons? Yes, I experienced like three or four times some minor glitches like wrong hit boxes or compenetrations, I didn't like so much the animations of the character when losing balance before falling down, and personally I'd appreciated the presence of a lock-on system in some circumstance.
    Any way If you liked The last of us Part 1 you have to play this sequel, but dont'expect any happy ending, the last of us are not very kind people, in the end.
    I would give it a 9.5, but with all this **** review bombing thing I give it a 10 without any hesitation.    … Expand
  48. 80884c
    Jun 30, 2020
    10
    Simply amazing game and story. TY Naughty Dog for another amazing experience.
  49. Rmaster300
    Jun 30, 2020
    9
    The game is good, Gameplay 10/10, music and sounds 11/10, Story 7/10. Don't let the negativity ruin the game buy it for yourself and try it.
  50. GussyRecipient
    Jun 30, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It’s been a very long time since a game has made me contemplate the choices of the protagonists to this level. The writing is very good and the combat is reminiscent of the first game but undoubtedly improved. This story took an immense toll on me emotionally for a couple days, i couldn’t get specific moments, scenes and decisions out of my head. I beat it relatively quickly and had to take a break from heavier dark material for a few days. There are warm moments of friendship and love, as well as devistating and disturbing moments of gut wrenching violence and loss. Jury’s still out as to whether or not i like Abby personally, i do very much see what ND was going for and respect it, even if i would have rather had a full Ellie Adventure. I would give the game a 8.5 but i can only do 8 or 9, so i’m rounding up because the GRAPHICS are pretty phenomenal, even on my base PS4. PS4 Pro is even better. I’ll end by letting you know that all the bad hype this game is getting, is undeserved. People want something to hate rn so it’s getting review bombed. I usually don’t agree with the critics but i sorta do this time. I do thing the first game is superior, because it was a tighter, more concisely weaved structure and story, but this game (if you can handle the gore) is absolutely worth playing. 9/10.… Expand
  51. Pkelly80
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    I loved the game and I am a big fan of the last of us 1..but that goes to show you that there is 2 sides to every story and living in a environment like that you can't expect to do dirt and not get dirty..so thank you naughty dog for another masterpiece
  52. Zerodarkthirty
    Jun 30, 2020
    2
    Obviously graphics and gameplay are on point. But this game felt so akward and meaningless and just straight up wierd. Not a fan of what felt like an agenda push instead of a good quality storyline that we could all relate to. Couldn't even continue playing after awhile, I just watched the highlights on youtube and was relieved I never had to play it myself. Lol That spicy scene wasObviously graphics and gameplay are on point. But this game felt so akward and meaningless and just straight up wierd. Not a fan of what felt like an agenda push instead of a good quality storyline that we could all relate to. Couldn't even continue playing after awhile, I just watched the highlights on youtube and was relieved I never had to play it myself. Lol That spicy scene was horrendously akward to the max. Naughty dog should rehire the lady that made Uncharted epic. And throw the sjw crap out the window.… Expand
  53. Nehue1511
    Jun 30, 2020
    10
    Masterpiece. Both, the graphics and the story are marvellous. This game is by far, the best game of the decade, and it is at least in the top 5 best games of the history. If you are a videogames lover you must play this one. Obviously you first have to play part 1, as this will improve massively your way of living the story of this game. As I said at the beginning, The Last Of Us Part 2 isMasterpiece. Both, the graphics and the story are marvellous. This game is by far, the best game of the decade, and it is at least in the top 5 best games of the history. If you are a videogames lover you must play this one. Obviously you first have to play part 1, as this will improve massively your way of living the story of this game. As I said at the beginning, The Last Of Us Part 2 is a **** Masterpiece.… Expand
  54. Weberweberson
    Jun 30, 2020
    10
    Melhor jogo do PS4!!!
    Melhores graficos, jogabilidade e historia. Não entendo o absurdo hate que esta tendo o jogo porque ele ta bom demais cara, estão reclamando sobre Abby não ser carismática como a Ellie e cara ela não é, é outro personagem é pra voce entender o porque da procura por vingança dela ela ta lutando por suas perdas e a Ellie as dela. O Part II é sobre ódio e vingança e o    Melhor jogo do PS4!!!
    Melhores graficos, jogabilidade e historia. Não entendo o absurdo hate que esta tendo o jogo porque ele ta bom demais cara, estão reclamando sobre Abby não ser carismática como a Ellie e cara ela não é, é outro personagem é pra voce entender o porque da procura por vingança dela ela ta lutando por suas perdas e a Ellie as dela. O Part II é sobre ódio e vingança e o primeiro é sobre a amor.
    Gente reclamando também sobre LGBT e mano jogem a DLC do primeiro!!!!! Parem de lidar como se fosse novidade e acabem com esse preconceito.    … Expand
  55. Nethruz
    Jun 30, 2020
    10
    Really enjoyed it in general, i get why people dislike it but I take it as overeacting. Great performance, great story, great gameplay.
  56. lulitogarrido
    Jun 30, 2020
    10
    Es un obra de arte me gusta como nos presenta las dos versiones y demuestra que ambas estan justificadas, demostrando que en este mundo no hay ni buenos ni malos
  57. Gustavo120
    Jun 30, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Simplesmente incrível!!! O jogo nos conta os dois lados da história, e sobre o desejo de vingança, além de trazer várias mensagens sensacionais. Onde no início, sentimos raiva da Abby, e no final entendemos os dois lados… Expand
  58. wessbz
    Jun 30, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is absolutely amazing. You can say whatever you want, but its history is something that I’ve never seen in any other game.
    I love Joel, but I can understand why he is dead right now. Unfortunately, there is a lot of gamers that couldn’t understand.
    Whatever would be the rate of this game, for me this is the best game I’ve ever played. Thank you Naughty Dog.    … Expand
  59. Lavergalarga
    Jun 30, 2020
    10
    OMG, games never be the same after this, is an amazing piece of art.
  60. rofnt
    Jun 30, 2020
    10
    A true masterpiece! Along with Rockstar's Red Dead Redemption 2, this game has the best graphics of this generation. Combat is extremely fun, and story, although controversial, satisfied me a lot. Will always be remembered as one of the best PlayStation exclusive games ever.
  61. EugenePetr
    Jul 7, 2020
    9
    Отличная игра! Геймплей, графика, аудиосопровождение на высшем уровне. Сюжет в игре слегка хромает за счёт того, что в самый напряженный момент мы должны откатываться назад и играть ещё 10 часов до этого самого момента. При этом эти 10 часов уже начинают наскучивать и хочется быстрее пробежать всю эту часть, чтобы узнать:"А что же там случилось?!". Однако в целом игра вышла превосходная!Отличная игра! Геймплей, графика, аудиосопровождение на высшем уровне. Сюжет в игре слегка хромает за счёт того, что в самый напряженный момент мы должны откатываться назад и играть ещё 10 часов до этого самого момента. При этом эти 10 часов уже начинают наскучивать и хочется быстрее пробежать всю эту часть, чтобы узнать:"А что же там случилось?!". Однако в целом игра вышла превосходная!
  62. Richiklk09
    Sep 15, 2020
    10
    this game is beautiful those people who say this game is bad at the end they always put joel deserved more than the beginning you shut up if you don't know how to appreciate how beautiful he is don't start talking **** just because joel deserved more just shut up
  63. Hernanbustos
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    Amazing game.
  64. MikeYorkstern
    Jul 1, 2020
    2
    This game's trash! Story it's absoluty SUCKS. Only gameplays, sound, design is amazing!
  65. Mates890
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    I do not know why people do not likes this game, because it is beat game i have ever played.
  66. Radis
    Jul 13, 2020
    0
    Story is all over the place, pacing isn't tight like the first game's, zero character development from main and minor cast, flip floppy character motivations, rushed deaths with no emotional impact, the game is a complete slog and drags on too far, dialogue is hit or miss, characters operate on what the story tells them to do and not by their pre-set actions and motivations, and much more.Story is all over the place, pacing isn't tight like the first game's, zero character development from main and minor cast, flip floppy character motivations, rushed deaths with no emotional impact, the game is a complete slog and drags on too far, dialogue is hit or miss, characters operate on what the story tells them to do and not by their pre-set actions and motivations, and much more.

    Nothing is coherent, there's no harmonizing quality to this, the story and gameplay aren't "married" as well as it was in the first game. Vacuum or not, this game fails on its own merits, let alone as a sequel.    … Expand
  67. Blablcar
    Jul 1, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A very boring game who contain a lot of SJW messages which as NOTHING TO DO IN A ZOMBIE GAME !!!!! Also the characters are poorly written and the ending sucks ! This whole game is a unsatisfying hot garbage… Expand
  68. Aurorafina
    Jul 1, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I am going to be up front here. I liked this game a great deal. Technically the game is stunning, the combat controls were more responsive, and added enemies with new infected and dogs created new challenges. Some quite brutal. Speaking of brutal, the violence and savagery are pretty intense. Jump scares are used to heighten a situation, but not used so often that it loses impact. The story was divisive. I get it. You are making choices and taking actions that are well beyond normal human behavior. Yes there is a trans character. It isn’t Abby. Abby was humanized in her journey. The ending upset a lot of people. I thought about the end result of a series of choices that make sense. Ellie was fully warned before the final crusade what would happen. It came true. No one gets a happy ending. Considering the story beats and revenge at all costs, having nothing left seems fitting. For this sort lesson, repercussions were necessary.… Expand
  69. Sdji
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Love it so amazing love the characters love the story love the world and Jane love the graphics love the animation and that’s it… Expand
  70. Geralt54321
    Jul 1, 2020
    9
    Great Gameplay, Acting, Graphics, Sound Effects and overarching story, but falls a little bit short of near perfect due to missing the mark slightly on its execution of a couple of story points
  71. Eva-H
    Jul 1, 2020
    8
    Maybe this story have broken my heart, but it let me feel so fresh that never have an another game made me so sad to face the end of world, even the TLOU1. It’s the world ending. Every thing is hard to work out. Special to find a direction of life.
  72. SvarogCelestial
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    A heartbreaking, yet enlightening, emotionally driven and technical marvel.

    I never normally review games, but have been prompted to by the level of hatred and vitriol aimed at this game and those who made it. The story takes you where you might not expect, and while it may hurt to see the pain these characters go though, it's worth continuing. I understand that at times it can be grim,    A heartbreaking, yet enlightening, emotionally driven and technical marvel.

    I never normally review games, but have been prompted to by the level of hatred and vitriol aimed at this game and those who made it. The story takes you where you might not expect, and while it may hurt to see the pain these characters go though, it's worth continuing. I understand that at times it can be grim, and many may have been turned off by this, but I implore you to give it another chance, as where it ends up is fundamental to understanding and accepting these early beats.

    I hope these people find it in their hearts to return to the game too, as the game is ultimately about the damage these notions can do to person beholden to them, and the ones that they love.

    If you’re on the side of people willing to threaten and harass others because a piece of media isn’t what you expect, I hope you take this message to heart, as this toxicity will damage you and those around you. We can all be better, good luck.    … Expand
  73. Communist_Llama
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    I through-out enjoyed this game, especially its story!

    Apparently it isn’t for everyone? But I found the story masterfully done. At first I found the pacing a bit confusing,but I have come to appreciate its structure after refæectinh on the game.

    I would recommend this to everyone who enjoy the braver and more thought provokong experience!
  74. brayburn29
    Jul 2, 2020
    10
    This game is absolutely fantastic and improves on everything the first game set out to do. I cannot imagine Naughty Dog getting one more ounce than they got out of the PS4 and the game looks absolutely gorgeous. This is not a story with your run of the mill happy endings and at times it can be very grim, sometimes pulling your feels right out from underneath you, and you cannot help butThis game is absolutely fantastic and improves on everything the first game set out to do. I cannot imagine Naughty Dog getting one more ounce than they got out of the PS4 and the game looks absolutely gorgeous. This is not a story with your run of the mill happy endings and at times it can be very grim, sometimes pulling your feels right out from underneath you, and you cannot help but feel exactly what Neil Druckmann and the rest of the team want you to feel. This level of story telling has never been seen in any other franchise and Naughty Dog definitely did not hold any punches in The Last of Us Part II. You care about the characters and you feel for them and the relationships as you have become invested since the first game.

    The game play mechanics are no slouch either as they just have such a high degree of polish and you really feel empowered to handle situations however you please. After beating the game on the highest difficulty for my first playthrough, I will admit this game tests you problem solving skills and your patience. The dogs in certain parts are no joke! The game is all around impressive and really sets the standard for the industry competing with only games like God of War and Red Dead Redemption 2. It is really a work of art and tugs at your heart strings throughout its entirety. While I do not feel as though it deserves anything less than a 9.5 and I truly believe God of War is my only 10/10 this generation, I feel obligated to give this game a 10/10 as well because of the detail and Naughty Dog's ability to deliver on a level of story telling that you just do not hardly see. The Last of Us Part II is the perfect mixture of telling an extraordinarily compelling story that is unpredictable and extremely polished gameplay that makes you feel so dangerous. I don't really subscribe to the accolade of "Game of the Year", because I feel games are so unique that they should not be leveraged against one another. However, I would definitely have to pick the Last of Us Part II if I had to pick a 2020 Game of the Year or 2020 Must Play Game. Truly a work of art!    … Expand
  75. Cinere
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    The Last Of Us: Part 2 has seemingly raised the bar for storytelling . It has an eloquently structured narrative that toils with this idea of a Hero complex. With some of the most impressive character development, this game captivates you and takes through the downward spiral of a revenge story. It services the story on all fronts and builds upon the emotional core that was so prevalent inThe Last Of Us: Part 2 has seemingly raised the bar for storytelling . It has an eloquently structured narrative that toils with this idea of a Hero complex. With some of the most impressive character development, this game captivates you and takes through the downward spiral of a revenge story. It services the story on all fronts and builds upon the emotional core that was so prevalent in the first game. An absolute must play.… Expand
  76. HandyPhil12
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    The storytelling and characters are the best in the business. Naughty Dog did it again!
  77. vrba1989
    Jul 1, 2020
    9
    Finished yesterday, today I created account here so i could give this game score i feel it deserve.
  78. JF5ebastian
    Jul 2, 2020
    0
    Płacę - wymagam. Gra musi być tak zrobiona żeby zadowolić również mnie.
  79. znig
    Jul 2, 2020
    1
    Do not buy this game. Just watch a recap of a playthru on YouTube, or better still, avoid the whole thing. It is not worth it, not the money, especially not the time. A small recap video will tell you what the game is about, and it is not worth your effort. But will ruin the first game...

    Visuals and sound is great. Gameplay is OK. Story could be ok, but is really, really poorly    Do not buy this game. Just watch a recap of a playthru on YouTube, or better still, avoid the whole thing. It is not worth it, not the money, especially not the time. A small recap video will tell you what the game is about, and it is not worth your effort. But will ruin the first game...

    Visuals and sound is great.
    Gameplay is OK.

    Story could be ok, but is really, really poorly executed, so you just actually don't want to finish the game.
    You play half of the game as a character you don't care about, in a side mission that you don't care about, so it gets boring. I was fed up with this side mission and still had to play 5 more hours of uninteresting stuff before getting back to the main story (ca 10 hours total of this side mission, the last 5 was not fun or interesting).

    The game ruins all of the characters from Last of Us part 1, so you don't like any of the characters after finishing. And you feel miserable and angry because the characters you cared about from the first game are ruined - not because of the moral of the story that is told.

    There is a clear statement that Naughty Dog want to tell us thru this game. It is not about lesbians or trans-gender people. That was just thrown in here, totally OK, maybe provokes some people, but does not matter to the main story.

    The main statement is OK, but is so, so poorly executed that you are better of watching a recap, than paying and playing the game. It is a waste of your resources.

    They better not make a part III, I don't want it, I would not buy it.

    The best option is to avoid all about this game, because it ruins the first, great game for you. Play the original one more time instead. That is the best option.    … Expand
  80. Titi2k
    Jul 1, 2020
    0
    How it handles players love for the main character is very disrespectful. Just like most games now I can tell this was less about making a good game and more about pushing an agenda. I guess I’ll go back and play part one and pretend this game never existed.
  81. Blq15
    Jul 1, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. (SPOILER ALERT) everithing in the end doesn't matter, Ellie doesn't kill Abby and the game force you to play with Abby, in mi opinión Abby is the worst antagonist… Expand
  82. lolol123
    Jul 1, 2020
    0
    This is not a game that we know
    Silly story Repeative gameplay High budget
    7 years of developments
    That ends like trash.. nothing is worth to play this game
  83. Radamenenthil
    Jul 1, 2020
    0
    Nothing short of a masterpiece, the graphics are unbelievable, the gameplay is solid and improves on the first one, the story challenges both the characters and the player, it will stay in your mind long after you're done
  84. MrMahn
    Jul 1, 2020
    4
    I've legitimately read better fanfic than this dumpster fire. I know film school students that have written and directed better than this. On a technical front this game is a marvel. But a narrative-driven game lives and dies by its story. There is simply no excuse for the completely illogical decisions these characters make. Everything about them is OOC too. There is blatant emotionalI've legitimately read better fanfic than this dumpster fire. I know film school students that have written and directed better than this. On a technical front this game is a marvel. But a narrative-driven game lives and dies by its story. There is simply no excuse for the completely illogical decisions these characters make. Everything about them is OOC too. There is blatant emotional manipulation throughout. The primary message is weak, and any other messages are too underdeveloped to even consider. Overall very disappointed. The first game was truly a masterpiece, and it's sad to see the franchise fall so low.… Expand
  85. Lucasrafelp
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    The best game a ps4 generation. Best storie, best graphics, best mechanical.
  86. zain46
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    This is How you make a Sequel!!
    It removed all expectations for me as a fan of the first game within the opening moments of the journey. Taut pacing, excellent narrative structure and high budget production values lend credence to the creators of this game. It doesn't deny the actions of the first game but makes it the thematic plot thread holding the story together.
    I grew with Ellie.    This is How you make a Sequel!!
    It removed all expectations for me as a fan of the first game within the opening moments of the journey. Taut pacing, excellent narrative structure and high budget production values lend credence to the creators of this game. It doesn't deny the actions of the first game but makes it the thematic plot thread holding the story together.

    I grew with Ellie. Its been 7 years for me and 4-5 for her and the world she lives in. This is a bleak unflinching world where happiness is an afterthought. Every death seems to carry weight. every encounter weighs on me the player. The characters are fleshed out. The cinematics are perfectly synced with the action. The mythos of the world is dense. You have a society being built on the crumbs of the past. And it is as flawed as we are today. There is hope here. you go through layers and layers of despair to get to it. But that's Life personified.

    On a last note. This story will stay with me for some time. I will ponder the choices made. I will fight with the pros and cons. But in the end i will wait for what comes next. Please let there be a next.    … Expand
  87. Savoia
    Jul 1, 2020
    9
    The game is not by all means perfect, but almost. The problem for me isn't the gameplay, directions, or the story (which in my opinion all are solid). But the scavenging for supplies get a little bit tedious (yet addicting?) in my 28 hours of total gameplay.

    Totally recommended you try it before give any judgement. Please, please, please, understand what The Last of Us world is about    The game is not by all means perfect, but almost. The problem for me isn't the gameplay, directions, or the story (which in my opinion all are solid). But the scavenging for supplies get a little bit tedious (yet addicting?) in my 28 hours of total gameplay.

    Totally recommended you try it before give any judgement. Please, please, please, understand what The Last of Us world is about and how horrible people are in this universe.    … Expand
  88. Dandoson
    Jul 1, 2020
    9
    I personally loved it and I read all the spoilers I think if I didn’t know what was going to happen I’d give it a 10/10 it makes you go through so many emotions and I can’t think of many games that have that much power over emotions, awesome gameplay and graphics. Story is awesome in my opinion but I can see why others hate it. I’m Getting Ellie’s tattoo soon
  89. Scox91
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    This game is brilliant, badly reviewed by a number of people because they cannot accept a large thing that happens at the beginning of the game so i would reccommend you play for yourself to make your own decision.

    The story is written so well and new characters that i worried i wouldnt care about made me love them just as much as ellie and joel. Gameplay is improved over the first game    This game is brilliant, badly reviewed by a number of people because they cannot accept a large thing that happens at the beginning of the game so i would reccommend you play for yourself to make your own decision.

    The story is written so well and new characters that i worried i wouldnt care about made me love them just as much as ellie and joel.
    Gameplay is improved over the first game and the game has actually made it to my number 1 spot .

    The sad thing is how many trolls the game has had many of which i truly believe have not even played the game.

    Give it a go and enjoy the game.    … Expand
  90. hjli899
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    Sorry to the conservative snowflakes that can't take LGBTQ in a video game, and decided to review bomb this game, but this was one of the greatest games made.

    Having just finished the game, I'd say it lives up to the hype and more. The game is about two deeply flawed characters with great hearts but forced to live in a dystopian world, torn in different direction by obligations,    Sorry to the conservative snowflakes that can't take LGBTQ in a video game, and decided to review bomb this game, but this was one of the greatest games made.

    Having just finished the game, I'd say it lives up to the hype and more.

    The game is about two deeply flawed characters with great hearts but forced to live in a dystopian world, torn in different direction by obligations, emotions, and connection. The game play, especially in the 2nd half, felt like all of the best parts of TLOU1 and more - weaving combat, cinematics, and story telling flawlessly.

    Deserves a perfect 10 and more.    … Expand
  91. widowspeak27
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Incredible story that dives deep into the psychology of love, loss, betrayal, anger, and revenge.

    PTSD is portrayed with disquieting realism, and the devastating emotional ramifications of abruptly losing someone you love but with whom you're estranged are explored in Ellie's journey. Gameplay is improved upon from part 1, with the ability to crawl and dodge adding a lot of fun to stealth and combat encounters. Graphics are out of this world beautiful and voice acting was incredible. The animators did a fantastic job capturing the complex emotions on faces throughout this often bleak and emotionally destructive take.

    I've played it twice and will play again and again like I did with part 1.

    PS the representation in this game is awesome!    … Expand
  92. Razielx86
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    A pretty good game!! gameplay is smooth and awesome!! and the history plays with a lot of your emotions!
  93. Goku12343212
    Jul 1, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I'm going to say it and nobody is going to like it, this game got bandwagoned by a bunch of 12 year olds who didn't play the game and people who are genuinely angry about LGBT representation in the game. That being said, the beginning of the game made me believe that this is going to be one of the biggest letdowns in the history of gaming, such a beloved game having a bad sequel. I wouldn't blame someone for tossing out the game based purely on the beginning alone, with a combination of bad writing, pointless political agendas, unrealistic situations, killing such a loved character for what just seemed like shock value, (and still somewhat does) I really didn't want to play the game, but I played it because I wanted to see how Ellie's story ended. The first thing I noticed in the gameplay changes was the massive damn combat nerf, you never hit enemies first and it's next to impossible go combat stun, which is fine, but it makes the dodging mechanic become overused which can be frustrating at the beginning part. I personally didn't and don't care about the sexuality of the characters unless it plays a role in the story, but it was refreshing to have LGBT characters that didn't feel like pandering until you thought of the amount of the named characters who were LGBT. I had alot of friends in that community be annoyed by it, but since I'm straight I didn't care much. The story once it gets to Seattle and the character interactions between Ellie and Dina was honestly better then Joel and Ellie from the original game. The flashbacks and guitar scenes were genuinely some of my favorites on any console game, and the gameplay felt new and refreshing. As the story progresses and feels more linear and less open world, the story feels more straightforward as well, which was what made the first game so enjoyable. While I still have problems with the writing and everything from this part of the game, I really only took a problem with some world interactions and weird difficulty problems, such as being able to dodge a blister and easily destroy it with minimal materials compared to the first game, yet struggling with every single dog. This may be my fault as a player if I'm being honest, but either way it felt strange. On the other hand, it turned out to be more difficult then the first game, and more rewarding because of that. The story takes a nosedive as soon as you get back to the theater with Tommy. The game leaves on an absolutely massive cliffhanger, with Abby having both Tommy and Ellie at gunpoint. Then, they have you play a long segment as Abby, breaking the flow of the story. I took problem with this, as it shows the utter lack of writing ability that plagued the beginning of the game. I was extremely reluctant to play through as Abby. I felt like everything that happened was meant to just make us like her more, which made me end up liking her less. This portion of the game really tested my willingness to play. This all leads up to the biggest gripe with the story, how Ellie let's Abby live. Imagine if somebody you didn't know comes in and kills the person you love the most, and you travel miles and days to find them, killing dozens of people and torturing some. Then, when you finally meet the person you went there for, you let them go. That is exactly what happened and it was an attempt to subvert expectations that felt like something straight out of a Cartoon Network show. This is one of the most questionable, and in my opinion, awful decisions of writing that I've seen. The game was going amazing, it was fun, compelling, and enjoyable overall until this point. I would buy this game for myself, and recommend it to anyone who is a fan of the original, but I truly hope that the story is retconned or made non-canon. It feels about he same as the current Star Wars Sequels to me, a great franchise ruined with annoying writing. This game is worth the money, but I expected way more, and hoped for way more. It may seem strange for me to care about a game this much, but I genuinely loved the original story and felt strongly about this sequel, and it makes me disappointed that such mistakes were made. Thank you for reading to this point, have a nice day.… Expand
  94. xgoodgodx
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    Great game to end ps4 generation. Adult sequel with good story and perfected naughty dog gameplay. All this 0 reviews just shows us that gamers as a masses is a angry,bigoted and blinkered kids. And why all 0 reviews use "poor story"? Is there any guidebook "how to write 0 reviews"?
  95. Real_Strauch
    Jul 2, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Für mich ist dieses Spiel definitiv eine 10/10. Die Grafik ist unfassbar gut und ich habe es genossen einfach die Landschaft zu bestaunen. Das Gameplay wurde im Vergleich zum ersten Teil merklich überarbeitet, dazu kommt noch die Nutzerfreundlichkeit im Bezug auf die Sammelbaren Objekte und die 100% Vollendung. Man kann ohne an bestimmten Stellen im Spiel einen Speicherpunkt zu setzen jedes Kapitel nach Abschluss der Story aufsuchen und bekommt angezeigt wie viele Sammelbare Objekte in dem Spielabschnitt fehlen, das ist nicht selbstverständlich.

    Der Aufbau der Story gefällt mir sehr gut, da man auch einen tiefen Einblick in die Geschickte von Abby bekommt, so zu sagen einen Blick auf die andere Seite der Medaille. Ich war während des Spieldurchlaufs von meinen Gefühlen hin und her gerissen. Dieses Spiel hat mich Emotional so stark berührt wie noch kein Spiel zuvor, das ein Spiel soetwas auslösen kann verdient meinen Respekt. Dann war da noch die Sache mit Joel. Der Tod von Joel hat mich echt geschockt, obwohl es eigentlich klar war, dass er früher oder später sterben wird wenn man bedenkt was er in Teil 1 getan hat. Dennoch passte der brutale Mord an Joel perfekt zur düsteren Stimmung des Spiels und in die erbarmungslose Postapokalyptische Zeit in der es spielt.
    Die Liebesgeschichte von Elli und Dina, die erzählt wird zeigt, so finde ich, sehr gut wie wichtig Zusammenhalt und Vertrauen sind (nicht nur in der Apokalypse). Die Entwicklung der Beziehung finde ich nebenbei bemerkt echt gelungen. Ich kann die Leute nicht verstehen, die sich darüber aufregen, dass Elli "auf einmal Lesbisch" ist und finden das es einem "aufgedrungen wird", jeder der das DLC Left behind gespielt hat weiß, dass sie bereits vor den Ereignissen von Teil 1 eine Freundin hatte.

    Alles in allem zeigt uns das Spiel sehr gut, was Rache aus einem macht und wohin es uns bringt. In meinem ersten Durchlauf ist mir nichts gravierend negatives aufgefallen. Das einzige was mich stört sind die Hunde der Gegner, aber nach einiger Zeit hat man raus wie man sie austricksen kann. Für mich ist das Spiel auf jeden Fall ein Game of the year Kandidat.    … Expand
  96. Fox1234
    Jul 2, 2020
    10
    Aside from the outstanding grafics and gameplay, i liked the story of this game in a other way than part 1, while part 1 had a really beautiful story, part 2 will hit you so much harder. Part 2 is far more creative and bold when it comes to storytelling in comparison to Part 1.
  97. Valor592
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Thos game teaches you to cope with pain. Best game I've played. If you play this and do not understand the story being told. You may need to replay it.… Expand
  98. Enrique_8803
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    The game was good, most of the hate are xbox players or just some stupid arguments
  99. Mian_ASP
    Jul 2, 2020
    10
    O jogo supera o primeiro em vários aspectos. Tem uma história ESPETACULAR!!! Gameplay fantástica, gráficos incríveis e muitos detalhes. Realmente, foi um trabalho feito com muito carinho, e vale muito a pena!
  100. Jprice
    Jul 2, 2020
    6
    I really hate to say this but, TLOUP2 is just an OK game. Mostly in terms of the story line and characters newly introduced in this installment. The first half of the game had me hooked, the graphics and gameplay are very good, the animation is stunning. I just could NOT buy into the story line or the character of abbey. I dislike her and found playing as her annoying. Im veryI really hate to say this but, TLOUP2 is just an OK game. Mostly in terms of the story line and characters newly introduced in this installment. The first half of the game had me hooked, the graphics and gameplay are very good, the animation is stunning. I just could NOT buy into the story line or the character of abbey. I dislike her and found playing as her annoying. Im very disappointed becuase I waited years for this game and it has soooooo much potential, they just didnt do a good job on the direction of the story at all.… Expand
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Critic score distribution:
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  2. Mixed: 8 out of 121
  3. Negative: 0 out of 121
  1. GameMAG
    Sep 13, 2020
    90
    The Last of Us Part II is the high point of the PlayStation 4. The plot is controversial, but the game is the incredibly addictive adventure of Ellie, from which it is impossible to pull away from the opening and to the very end.
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  2. PLAY! Zine
    Sep 5, 2020
    93
    Not everyone is going to enjoy the motives of The Last of Us Part II. But if you try and manage to accept the subliminal and not so subtle messages as a fact that the world has gone awry and that people have the need to have somewhere or someone to belong to as their own way out, then... You will witness the boundaries of gaming expand. You will witness a true masterpiece.
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  3. Game World Navigator Magazine
    Sep 3, 2020
    75
    If you loved the original for its great characters and well-paced story – stay away from this game. However, if you’re aching to sink into the depths of depression, or just want to cut some throats and burn some zombies – Part II will deliver. [Issue#247, p.72]
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