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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  1. verevolf
    Jul 5, 2020
    10
    Everything’s great, on my second play through. Some aspects appear to be next gen not sure how they made it a PS4 game
  2. slaven86
    Jun 24, 2020
    10
    i dont know what is wrong with those people who give this great game a zero, seriously? for me this game is in all possible departments a 10, i can respect if someone doesnt see it that way but everything below a 6 is just embarrasing.
  3. Creasy
    Jul 3, 2020
    10
    By far the greatest accomplishment in interactive media. If there ever was a game to be called "masterpiece", this is it.
    Completely aside from its story (which is one of the all time classics too), it's literally the best made game ever made (so far). Just like with every ND game before, the amount of love to detail is beyond insane and sets it apart from every other experience out    By far the greatest accomplishment in interactive media. If there ever was a game to be called "masterpiece", this is it.
    Completely aside from its story (which is one of the all time classics too), it's literally the best made game ever made (so far). Just like with every ND game before, the amount of love to detail is beyond insane and sets it apart from every other experience out there. Pared with some of the best and most engaging gameplays there ever was.

    PS: The guitar scenes alone would make this a 10.    … Expand
  4. frozenpinky
    Jun 25, 2020
    10
    Love playing this as much as the first. The leaks/theories were only half correct (thank God), so don’t worry. This game gets your adrenaline going as well as keeps you on your toes. The game-play is long enough where you definitely feel as though ya got your money's worth. Great graphics, great sound, great game-play mechanics, intuitive controls and story. Played through twice already!Love playing this as much as the first. The leaks/theories were only half correct (thank God), so don’t worry. This game gets your adrenaline going as well as keeps you on your toes. The game-play is long enough where you definitely feel as though ya got your money's worth. Great graphics, great sound, great game-play mechanics, intuitive controls and story. Played through twice already! Just as good the second time! Ten out of 10.… Expand
  5. BrunoLAli
    Jun 19, 2020
    10
    First of I will be posting no spoilers and the following is my opinions on the game, that should be obvious to most people but some people get really offended by other peoples opinions so thought I’d include that statement for them. This game is fantastic, the characters and setting are vastly more immersive than the first. The emotions connecting the characters, feels very real. The storyFirst of I will be posting no spoilers and the following is my opinions on the game, that should be obvious to most people but some people get really offended by other peoples opinions so thought I’d include that statement for them. This game is fantastic, the characters and setting are vastly more immersive than the first. The emotions connecting the characters, feels very real. The story they are trying to tell involves a lot of complex emotions. I understand some plot points have been hotly contended but in order to tell this kind of a story it needs to be done. I’ve often find myself both very hopeful and very Machiavellian in regards to humanity and society. This story happens to appeal to that very nature. The gameplay is very fun and tense when it needed to be. I couldn’t be happier with the way it has turned out and I see the reactions from angry gamers about the controversial plot point as a testament to how well written these characters are. The world is fleshed out really well the environment are open and linear which is perfect. The score is somber and thoughtful and I genuinely got lost in the music when it would kick in and exhilarated when it Would ramp up for a fight. The enemies are expertly crafted and will go down as some of the best enemy concepts ever, truly terrifying.

    Naughty dog has always delivered thee best games, The Jak and Daxter series was arguably one of my favourite game series and uncharted is one of the best game series ever made. The last of part II has ensured that the PS4s life cycle is going to end stronger than ever. Congratulations to Naughty Dog I cant wait for the future games from you.    … Expand
  6. Denniro
    Dec 28, 2020
    10
    Everything is perfect about this game. The story, the thrill, the adrenaline, the emotions, the soundtrack, facial animations (!!!, btw the best I've seen to date in a video game). This is the game that will stay in my memory forever, some particular moments. The art in its purest form. Thank You, Naughty Dog!
  7. ciccio80_1980
    Jun 27, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Grazie Naughty Dog per avemi fatto trascorrere 22 ore di pura poesia...tra scontri,narrazione, pianti, sospiri...momenti epici e riflessioni...grazie per il lavoro che avete fatto,che farete per il futuro e fregatevene della gente che mette zero e che sputa solo merda sulle vostre opere...I love Naughty Dog 4ever!!!

    Recensione in breve :
    Grafica : 10 - Spinta al massimo la ps4 standard,cura nei dettagli maniacale, volti e motion capture impressionate...ambienti indimenticabili...avete fatto un'opera d'arte visiva!
    Sonoro : 10 - Colonna sonora bellissima,inserita nel mio lettore ogni singolo pezzo,voci e recitazione da oscar!!!
    Gameplay : 10 - Combat system perfetto,armi e gadget richissimi di extra dettagli e funzionamento stupendo che abbinato allo stealth crea un mix esplosivo. Fasi stealth e IA di altissimo livello    … Expand
  8. Omris
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    NO other game can get you feeling like this series knows. Required headphones because the PlayStation noise makes it sort of like the look of a NASA experimental shuttle
    BEST GAME IN THIS GENERATOIN FOR SURE.
  9. ckharshiing
    Jun 19, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I have completed this game and My God...what a game. The story direction, voice acting, Incredible graphics, gameplay are all top notch. Many will not like the direction but if you have an open mind you will love it.

    ND went far and beyond to a story like this.    … Expand
  10. pascoupe
    Oct 31, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The greatest game to grace the PS4. Period.

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

    Don't let all the butthurt snowflakes deter you. It's a masterpiece plain and simple. If only it were the other way around and Ellie died and Joel got revenge for her, then all these self-loathing women-hating basement-dwellers would be prematurely cumming on their waifus.    … Expand
  11. Bigboss420
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    Finished the game recently and have to say that this game is amazing from start to finish. I get why Neil Druckmam tried to do here and it worked.
  12. Zeratul12345
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Very fun! Great story and gameplay!!
    All of the story events make sense and I loved the character change like MGS2. It really helped to give the point of the game of Revenge is worthless and both sides loose.    … Expand
  13. CptYanni
    Jul 3, 2020
    10
    Great game if you want to 'experience' something that is way more than a 'third-person shooter' or classic adventure game. Yes, the shooting is 'clunky' at some points, but that's related to the stress that these characters have to handle with. If you upgrade your guns Ellie gets steadier when she tries to shoot someone. It's really nice and balanced to see that you're character isn't theGreat game if you want to 'experience' something that is way more than a 'third-person shooter' or classic adventure game. Yes, the shooting is 'clunky' at some points, but that's related to the stress that these characters have to handle with. If you upgrade your guns Ellie gets steadier when she tries to shoot someone. It's really nice and balanced to see that you're character isn't the 'ultimate superwoman'. The story is cool, you have to be open-minded. If you've liked the original, I personally think this sequel is a must-have. And yes, some plot twists may not be the ones you prefer... If you start to play this game with an open mind and without any expectations, it will be worth it. If you already have a negative 'vibe' surrounding this title, avoid it and play something else.… Expand
  14. ElectricHorror
    Jun 27, 2020
    10
    This is called "part 2" for a reason. The story ties in really well and makes the connections. I know most are upset over something within the first 2 hours of the game, myself included, but, its a 20 plus hour game, see how it plays out. Maybe you'll enjoy it, i did, a lot
  15. datoriprogram
    Jul 18, 2020
    10
    One of the best games I've played in the last couple of years. Gameplay is solid and the story is unexpected and at times brilliant. Felt like it could have ended a bit sooner, but at the same time it felt appropriate to have the last scene feel like such a struggle.
  16. Obsessed621
    Jul 17, 2020
    10
    Probably the best game I've ever played. It was incredibly dark, and for that reason I'm not sure I can say it's my favorite game , but it was so well-crafted that I was just continually in awe. The characters, at least the main characters, feel so authentic - thanks to amazing voice acting, really in-depth writing (so many small conversations), and sheer graphical excellence. The storyProbably the best game I've ever played. It was incredibly dark, and for that reason I'm not sure I can say it's my favorite game , but it was so well-crafted that I was just continually in awe. The characters, at least the main characters, feel so authentic - thanks to amazing voice acting, really in-depth writing (so many small conversations), and sheer graphical excellence. The story itself is somber and disturbing, but it sucks you in emotionally. The game play itself is more nuanced and satisfying than any Naughty Dog game before it, and they set the bar pretty high. This game proves video games can be something radically more than they've been before.

    I don't think anybody who didn't appreciate the first game would ever like this one. That first game was dark and uncomfortable too - not exactly the kind of game you "like." This game doubles down on everything: the characters, the story, the darkness, the discomfort, the horror... but it does it so well, it's hard to deny it's mastery of the art form.    … Expand
  17. Imran
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    I can't believe that this world is full of haters. Whoever is complaining about the game story should simply watch the Disney movies instead with happy endings.

    I am into 10 Hrs of gameplay and can form my opinion that this is one of the best games we got this generation.

    Shame on haters
  18. Meldron
    Aug 20, 2020
    10
    Absolutely impressive game, with great flair, deep story and nice controls. Great work of Naughty dog.
  19. mastermenelag
    Jun 25, 2020
    10
    Grafica sbalorditiva, personaggi reali come mai nella storia dei videogiochi, gameplay avvincente, colonna sonora da Oscar, una storia cruda, matura e profonda, narrata divinamente e sfacciatamente coinvolgente. Si merita il massimo come pochi. Complimenti a Naughty dog per aver creato una delle migliori opere di sempre. L’ennesima.
  20. Rhysing
    Jun 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The Last of Us 2 had a big challenge ahead of them to follow in the footsteps of the first game, a game revered for its storytelling, graphics, gameplay, and characters. And it did not disappoint, unless you came into this game with a closed mind, expecting the story you wished they wrote. But they did not write the game you think you wanted, there are no "only happens in a movie" moments. There is no breaking of realism. You get pure, deep and realistic people for characters, in a raw, intense story. The first game is told from the perspective of Joel and Ellie, the good guys. But the second game plays on that, Joel, you seemingly has only ever had the interests of Ellie's and those closest to him in mind. The story unravels that, showing the lies, deceit, manipulation, and the senseless murder of the man who may have been able to end the infection once and for all. We get emotional cutscenes and flashbacks, to the things that mattered most to Ellie, why she idolized Joel, and grew up wanting to be like him, to the scenes of her discovering his lies about what happened in the hospital. Her resentment for him, for the person she had once held so dear. Ellie's journey in this game is how she found a way to exorcise the demon that way Joel, as good as his intentions may have seemed while playing him in the first game. They were selfish and manipulative to others.

    Ellie's story sees her struggle with that to the very last moments of the game.

    Abby's arch, the one you're supposed to hate for brutally killing off the beloved main character of the first game. Is a roller coaster. A good one. Her story has deep roots, amazing character development for her, and if you catch the details of the game, it really makes you empathize with her, she's not a bad person at all, She's just someone that wants to bring her father's killer to justice. She does so, without leaving a trail of other dead bodies behind, a stark difference to Ellie's approach, which as quoted by Ellie herself, were acts that she thought Joel would have done, that is why she needs to.

    No, Abby is not the villain, but the light in the story. Her consistent humanity keeps surfacing over and over again. When she hears a story that one of her best friends his missing after supposedly killing another WLF member. She doesn't just take that and let it go, but she cares deeply to seek out the truth and make sure her friend is okay. She risks losing the safety of being a WLF for a few different characters, even risks her life, facing her greatest fear several times, and encountering the best boss baddie of the game. Through her arch, she sees the innocence of some children Seraphites, willing to help them after they save her life as she is nearing a gruesome death. Never faltering in her morals, a Seraphite and her eventually ends the story in a reminiscent way to how Ellie and Joel ended the story of the first game. Poetic.

    What makes the writing so great though, is that many of the senseless deaths just happen, as they would. Very true to what we would expect the realism to be. There are hardly heroic deaths in dying moments, though a couple, and none that are just unbelievable, all feel real. The game is written to stay true to entertain you through storytelling rather than the unattainable mind-blowing action moves you'd expect in the Die Hard series.

    All in all, this game built on the first game, and pushed a challenging story through, successfully. As long as you're willing and able to see the details in it and not just assume the revenge plot of childish behavior, but actually recognize the perspective. If you miss that, you will probably get caught up on hating Abby for killing Joel. However, if you really do yourself that favor, you're bound to end up seeing Abby as one of the most humane, likeable characters of the series. Both her and Ellie's stories, woven together as they are, have substance. Even more than the first game, and that is saying a lot.

    There is a reason professional critics have this game rated so highly. They genuinely played through the game, with an open mind, and were rewarded with an experience from what could possibly be considered the greatest game to date.    … Expand
  21. EruIiuvatar
    Aug 4, 2020
    10
    The Last of Us Part II is a true rollercoaster of strong feelings that are elicited from some bold story decisions. It goes without saying that it is a marvel to look, listen, and play as it is portraying the most beautifully realized and detailed urban post-apocalyptic world we have seen in a game to date. Although the story takes some turns that could be helped by some adjustments inThe Last of Us Part II is a true rollercoaster of strong feelings that are elicited from some bold story decisions. It goes without saying that it is a marvel to look, listen, and play as it is portraying the most beautifully realized and detailed urban post-apocalyptic world we have seen in a game to date. Although the story takes some turns that could be helped by some adjustments in their longevity, it nevertheless hits some truly high notes in their sentimental impact to the player.… Expand
  22. Linkby90
    Jun 20, 2020
    10
    Naughty Dog raises the bar once again. It's not just the best narrative-driven videogame you can play right now, but one of the best pieces of media out there in general. This game is important. A true gift to this industry.
  23. Efrn
    Apr 17, 2021
    10
    The game is amazing in every aspect, the graphics, the design of the environment and the characters, it really feels like a natural evolution from the first part.
    The story goes deeper into the moral dilemma of the value of a life and the consequences of our actions. Although the main story revolves again around ellie, the game now gives us the opportunity to know the other side of the    The game is amazing in every aspect, the graphics, the design of the environment and the characters, it really feels like a natural evolution from the first part.
    The story goes deeper into the moral dilemma of the value of a life and the consequences of our actions. Although the main story revolves again around ellie, the game now gives us the opportunity to know the other side of the story. How Joel's decision had repercussions far beyond from just "saving" Ellie. The game even gives us the opportunity to play as the "enemy", which it definitely adds perspective and complexity to the world built around the original characters.
    Usually games give us faceless very bad guys to justify the actions of the epic hero, which makes it easier to kill every one that stand on his way without asking if the guy that we just killed had his own motivations. For me, the bad reviews are from people that got very attached to the original characters, and watching them as the "enemy" is not something that you usually find on games. I also have seen criticism about some changes in the characters' personality, and I admit that some changes seem to be there just for the sake of the game's argument. But if you think about it, the context on which we met Joel for the first time, is very different to where he stands on the second part, he doesn't have the same objectives or even the same perspective about his life. While the story seemed to me to be a very good one, I must admit that the last quest is kind of non sense, but I guess that at the end is just Ellie's brutal revenge story and human nature.    … Expand
  24. Slydanno70
    Jul 21, 2022
    10
    This game was groundbreaking. Playing the game from two opposing characters point of views was a stroke of artistic genius. The combat and inventory system was intuitive, the pace of the game was excellent and there were a ton of jump scares and memorable scenes along the way. I had strayed from gaming until Covid had relegated people to their houses and I decided to pick this one up. IThis game was groundbreaking. Playing the game from two opposing characters point of views was a stroke of artistic genius. The combat and inventory system was intuitive, the pace of the game was excellent and there were a ton of jump scares and memorable scenes along the way. I had strayed from gaming until Covid had relegated people to their houses and I decided to pick this one up. I loved it and felt that it is the first game that truly blurred the line between a video game and an interactive movie. Often times I had taken the point of view that cut scenes detracted from a gaming experience and took away too much time that I would rather be immersed in action. I found myself truly engrossed in this title from beginning to end. I didn't want to put it down. Beautiful graphics, great story, excellent game play, very polished presentation. The Last of Us Part II literally checks all of the boxes. I understand that it was review bombed by those that didn't like the way it handled the main characters that they had grown to love from the first title. Those reviews are completely off base, but to each his own. If you haven't played this and see it sitting in the bargain bin at your local store it is well worth the purchase. A true thrill ride from beginning to end, a video game masterpiece. I am a tough sell on games and don't review them regularly, but I felt so positive about this title that I decided to review it and post this over a year after playing the game.… Expand
  25. Skyward_Hearts
    Jun 27, 2020
    10
    Just finished the game today. While it's not as ground breaking as some of the critics say it is, it surely is a pretty solid game. I have some negatives: poor pacing through the first half, the obvious disconnect between killing loads of people in gameplay but then your character finding killing people hard in cutscenes etc. but overall very fun, gameplay has so much depth and varies fromJust finished the game today. While it's not as ground breaking as some of the critics say it is, it surely is a pretty solid game. I have some negatives: poor pacing through the first half, the obvious disconnect between killing loads of people in gameplay but then your character finding killing people hard in cutscenes etc. but overall very fun, gameplay has so much depth and varies from encounter to encounter. It is unbelievable the amount you can do in terms of how you tackle enemies. The story is also really interesting and engaging, while it seems like a generic revenge plot, it takes a few risks that pay off huge. Don't listen to the extremely negative reviews, most of these people haven't actualy played the game, they just hate it because it has lesbians and muscley women and are pretending it's for other reasons.… Expand
  26. gargouille29
    Aug 13, 2020
    10
    I honestly don't get why some people hate this game so much.... I loved every minute of it! Maybe it's not for everyone, but to me this is as close as a perfect game as you can get. On the technical side it's amazing but it's really the storytelling that makes it so good! I have never been so emotionally affected by a game, from the start to the end. Don't let the bad user reviews stopI honestly don't get why some people hate this game so much.... I loved every minute of it! Maybe it's not for everyone, but to me this is as close as a perfect game as you can get. On the technical side it's amazing but it's really the storytelling that makes it so good! I have never been so emotionally affected by a game, from the start to the end. Don't let the bad user reviews stop you from playing Last of US 2, this is the best game I have ever played!… Expand
  27. elras
    Jun 29, 2020
    10
    Magnifico es todos sentidos, de hecho lo que más me gustó fue la historia.
  28. erenildo
    Jul 10, 2020
    10
    Gameplay, story, graphics, level design... A truly masterpiece! Don't listen the haters. Let the game talk for itself ;)
  29. Hoi_Chan221
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    this game is not for everyone, but it is definitely a really great game. don't be fooled by the low rating.
  30. iansabaw
    Jan 17, 2021
    10
    The graphics, the gameplay, presentation, the back and forth among the characters are great. Story is fantastic. Another masterpiece!
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#2 Best PS4 Game of 2020
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#1 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2020
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#3 Most Shared PS4 Game of 2020

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Metascore
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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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