The Last of Us Part II

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  1. Merca
    Aug 14, 2020
    1
    Making it quick, te game it's not even clase of his first title. For not talkin og His awful ending, simply bad
  2. AlliNett
    Aug 14, 2020
    9
    Game does a really great job of making you feel for the characters, even at times you don’t really want to. While I wouldn’t say this is the type of story you enjoy it was successful in conveying the complexity of the world and endless tragedy brought by a desire for revenge. Definitely worth playing through till the end but be prepared for an emotionally draining ride.
  3. MacDon93
    Aug 14, 2020
    10
    The only gave I've ever played twice and I am writing this having just finished my Survivor + playthrough.

    The graphics are the peak of the generation and whilst the game mechanics haven't changed significantly from the first game (if it ain't broke don't fix it) little additions such as the ability to crawl and hide in long grass, without them being overpowered, are good. That's the    The only gave I've ever played twice and I am writing this having just finished my Survivor + playthrough.

    The graphics are the peak of the generation and whilst the game mechanics haven't changed significantly from the first game (if it ain't broke don't fix it) little additions such as the ability to crawl and hide in long grass, without them being overpowered, are good.

    That's the obvious stuff. What everyone came for was an emotional rollercoaster, for which the bar set for the gaming industry in Part I. There has been significant differences of opinion on the direction the studio took the plot, and sadly not all of it polite, but I for one found the story tugged at my emotions just as much if not more than the original. It is darker and more brutal than Part I, with less down time for your emotions to level off, and no game has ever left me as shell shocked upon completion or stayed on my mind for so long. Second time round I found additional moments, and the epilogue may have resonated even more after so long in this world, where I could stay for many more hours.

    There was undoubtedly a 'handbrake turn' halfway through which threw me for a while, and it evidently hasn't worked for everyone, but I found that it was a fresh direction and used the gameplay to tell the story more effectively than a couple of cutscenes would have. We see many characters make decisions which may frustrate the player, but in my opinion worked within the character that had been constructed in the game.

    Some side characters could have used fleshing out more, along with some other aspects of the lore in general, but at circa thirty hours as it is I can understand the balance that Naughty Dog came to.

    Overall, a nigh unbeatable experience that for me has set the bar for the next generation to surpass. The story will not work for all, and I hope that fans can debate in the appropriate manner, but I will take this over a rehashed Part I, predictable trope, or absolute black and white, any day.    … Expand
  4. EdwardScott4072
    Jun 22, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Didn’t like it, bad story, bad character, I’ve waited for so long to play this just to find that they don’t care about gaming and they force a political agenda… Expand
  5. Emanuele04760
    Aug 14, 2020
    10
    Ci sono tante cose da dire su questo gioco, ma probabilmente credo sia una delle produzioni più incredibili e stupefacenti mai create nel mondo dei videogiochi.
  6. George651
    Aug 14, 2020
    10
    Sorry haters, TLOU2 is the best game of the year and even the best art product if considering its storytelling, graphics, and cinematic representation. I don't want to play any other games after this, just want to lead a happy life. But of course, I will touch the console one more time when TLOU3 comes out!
  7. Sxmxn369
    Aug 14, 2020
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The last of us part II is a game with good gameplay, but with a story that you need to invest your time in, even after you finished it. The story is okay, but not more. It treats some characters very poorly and that’s very hard, because you started to bond with these characters over the howl first game. It also tells to much, what makes the pacing way to slow. Some characters get to much plot armour while others get killed of in a blink of an eye.… Expand
  8. Kynneas
    Aug 14, 2020
    10
    Jogo lindo, assim como o primeiro titulo esse conseguiu se superar.
    Historia maravilhosa e ao mesmo tempo pesada, gráficos maravilhosos.
    Uma obra de arte nas industrias dos games.
  9. Velgames
    Aug 14, 2020
    0
    Acabaram com o Jogo, deram uma morte sem honra pro Joel, e forçaram o povo a jogar com a Abby que, eu queria eliminar o jogo todo.
  10. stainedgray
    Aug 14, 2020
    10
    I loved this game. I've never written a review for anything before. Not a yelp review, or an amazon purchase, nothing at all. But this game. My god. I honestly don't know where to begin.

    I would be lying if I said that I wasn't disheartened when I found out people were bombing this game on review sites, in some cases before people had a chance to even play the game out in its entirety.    I loved this game. I've never written a review for anything before. Not a yelp review, or an amazon purchase, nothing at all. But this game. My god. I honestly don't know where to begin.

    I would be lying if I said that I wasn't disheartened when I found out people were bombing this game on review sites, in some cases before people had a chance to even play the game out in its entirety. And I suppose that's partly why I'm writing this, but I digress. Let's get into it.

    I loved TLOU, and I can honestly say that TLOU2 was even better. Make no mistake; I was pissed when the anti-hero was initially introduced and did the deed that must not be named. I put down my controller after it happened and contemplated whether or not I even wanted to continue playing. But I'm so happy that I did.

    Naughty dog takes you on a journey in this game, one in which you start off absolutely despising a character, and initially you feel that this hatred is wholly justifiable. You want them dead, and by Ellie's hands no less. Or maybe you feel like it should never have happened in the first place, that it was just a trite plot point intended to illicit superficial emotions that doesn't make sense or go anywhere. I know I did. I couldn't see how naughty dog could redeem this character, ease the pain of what happened, or in any way provide some kind of resolution that would be satisfying enough. But the story goes on, whether you want it to or not. And boy does naughty dog deliver.

    I don't want to spoil anything so i'll try my best to be vague, but the journey you go on with Ellie and her nemesis breaks you. Like, it seriously messes you up. The supporting cast is brilliant, each serving as not just a means to further the plot, but to also change and help develop the main characters' psyches in a way that doesn't feel forced or superfluous. And I appreciated the diversity. I'm not straight, or white, and it was nice to see some representation. I NEED to stress, however, that I never felt like it was heavy handed, or put in the game just to appease the SJW's or whatever. They served a purpose, supporting the main characters growth, allowing them to see that the world isn't black and white (no racial pun intended).

    Both of the main characters are instinctive, their decisions often rash and fueled by revenge, and it takes time for them to realize that the path they tread on may not lead them to where they want to go. They make mistakes, they falter, but you root for them - both of them - because you genuinely care for them. You mourn with them when they suffer loss, and you cheer for them when they overcome the most dangerous obstacles. These characters are not coins with only two sides. They're multifaceted, complex characters that yank you from both arms and don't let go until you're emotionally exhausted. Eventually, the lines blur. Who is really in the wrong here? Is there even a "right"?

    This is where I throw my hands up in praise for naughty dog. They shove you into a long, painful, beautiful, traumatic, heartstring-pulling journey, and just when you think there can't be any more to it, they shank you and then quickly patch you up for some more. This game was an emotional journey, one I couldn't stop thinking of for weeks after I had finished it. I'm almost ready for a replay, maybe in a few weeks.

    Finally, a few words on the cinematography and gameplay: gorgeous and fluid. That's all. Play this game. Keep an open mind. I hope you will enjoy it as much as I did.    … Expand
  11. Jar1224
    Jun 21, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. So disappointed! It seems it was made to troll everyone. The people that worked on it should be ashamed. I feel violated That is all I will say.… Expand
  12. Spsctor
    Aug 14, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Un gioco pieno di emozioni specialmente il finale. Oltre alla passione degli sviluppatori, e degli attori. Si vede che ci mettono amore. Gioco dell'anno.… Expand
  13. romice
    Jul 14, 2020
    0
    They fool us with heroes. When you finally end the story with Ellie the game restarts in critical moment with person you hate. I just dint want to play for Abby. Naughty Dog not even put her on the game poster, but they give to her half of the game. I hate this game!
  14. Yanaruu
    Jun 24, 2020
    10
    Jogo incrível. Vou demorar um tempo para absorver tudo isso, foi a experiência mais absurda que eu já tive em jogos.
  15. Zmorin1
    Jun 25, 2020
    4
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The Last of Us part II is a tough game to review since after I beat the game I enjoyed it and would have given the game a 9/10. However, after thinking about the story and analyzing the game's story, I realized how poor the writing was. The gameplay is a 10/10, it's versatile, each combat encounter can be tackled in a different way. The player can stealth kill enemies, go in guns blazing, or mix gunplay with stealth. The sound is fantastic, gun shots sound realistic, the voice acting is top notch and the environment sounds are great like the sound of the currents of a stream or the snow being trampled under the players feet. Another impressive aspect of the game are the graphics. It is impressive that the ps4 can output visuals like in the Last of Us part II. The first Last of Us was known for its excellent story and satisfying ending. The Last of Us part II falls short in the story and because the main selling point of the game was the narrative, I deduct 6 points for the manipulative writing. Neil Druckman clearly wants to manipulate the player into vilifying Ellie and loving Abby. However, Neil and Haley Gross fail in every conceivable way. First of all, in the story Ellie kills a dog when she goes to the aquarium, however, when playing as Abby the player plays with the dog that Ellie kills. The reason ellie hunts Abby is because she kills Joel in the most brutal way, its a cheap shock value move. The problem is Abby just is an irredeemable character, she revels in violence and killing. For example, Abby feels nothing for how she killed Joel or when she goes to hunt Ellie for killing her friends she holds a knife to Dina's neck about to slit her throat when Ellie tells her she is pregnant and Abby responds "good", reveling in the idea of slitting Dina's throat, before Lev stops her from slitting Dina's throat. Ellie, on the other hand, feels remorse when she kills people involved in Joel's death. Ellie beats a woman to death in order to force information out of her, and Ellie feels remorse. Ellie kills two people in the aquarium, one of whom was pregnant, Ellie collapses in remorseful guilt. Even though Neil and Haley wanted players to feel for Abby and shun Ellie, the opposite ends up happening. Players end up feeling for Ellie and hating Abby with a passion. The reason I use the writers names instead of the company, Naughty dog that developed the game is because in the past when Amy Henig was in charge, the writing was excellent and the games were superb. Those games under Amy were 9/10's. Neil Druckman cheapens Naughty Dog's IPs and should not be forgiven for ruining the Last of Us series for good.… Expand
  16. whodidwhat67
    Aug 14, 2020
    3
    It wasn't the worst game i have ever played but it was far from the best. The graphics were definitely top notch but where the game fell short was the game play, which was pretty much identical to the first, and the story that left much to be desired. Parts felt rushed, other parts were too slow and there were way too many flashbacks. The thing that was the most upsetting though wasIt wasn't the worst game i have ever played but it was far from the best. The graphics were definitely top notch but where the game fell short was the game play, which was pretty much identical to the first, and the story that left much to be desired. Parts felt rushed, other parts were too slow and there were way too many flashbacks. The thing that was the most upsetting though was that i feel i cared less about the game and characters by the end that i did going in/at the end of the first game. overall it wasn't horrible but i wouldn't recommend it.… Expand
  17. dovakin599
    Aug 14, 2020
    3
    sinceramente este juego sirve de algo y es que sirve para darte cuenta que todas las rewies de los criticos estan mas que compradas.
    alguna vez seguiste jugando un juego debido a que habias gastado demasiado dinero en el,bueno eso es tlou2, el juego es una copia del anterior excepto por la mejora de habilidades y la inteligencia artificial que colabora consigo misma para poder darte un    sinceramente este juego sirve de algo y es que sirve para darte cuenta que todas las rewies de los criticos estan mas que compradas.
    alguna vez seguiste jugando un juego debido a que habias gastado demasiado dinero en el,bueno eso es tlou2, el juego es una copia del anterior excepto por la mejora de habilidades y la inteligencia artificial que colabora consigo misma para poder darte un mejor desafio.
    La historia y los personajes que era algo que habia caracterizado al primer juego aca no existe, la historia es lineal y cliche y ademas el final del juego que en teoria deberia darte una alegria por haberlo completado no esta, es como si se hubiera ido a comprar cigarrillos para nunca volver
    ademas el objetivo que tenes durante toda la historia no logras completarlo.
    la historia de abby nos intenta hacerla perdonar,creo porque la verdad es que no lo logra simplemente esta para hacernos ver que tiene razones para ser tan mala creo.
    y finalmente el trailer ,durante el trailer se nos estaba diciendo que Joel estaria con nosotros para jugar la aventura pero termino siendo una estafa para sacar mas dinero.
    es increible pensar que naughty dog la empresa que nos trajo juegos como la saga de uncharted{ mas que nada el 2} y tlou1 es la misma que nos trajo este juego.    … Expand
  18. Ekmdgbr
    Jul 3, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The last of us part 2 e incrível como pode o ps4 ter tanto poder pra esse jogo… Expand
  19. Faustino23
    Aug 14, 2020
    10
    Jogo para mim está perfeito em tudo, apesar da história não ser a esperada, mas temos que entender que é a visão do diretor, assim como nos filmes. Ao podemos traçar a história como queremos mas sim aceitar negativamente ou positivamente o lado que o diretor imaginou e buscou passar.
    Adorei o jogo, gostaria muito de uma Parte III
  20. Lyoshavol
    Aug 14, 2020
    10
    Superb masterpiece!!! It transcends what a video game is. I hope there is more to come with the same quality as always. In fact this is not even a review, I just came to thank everyone involved with a HUGE THANK YOU for this AWESOME experience, ok?
  21. Marlon57
    Aug 14, 2020
    1
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Good graphics, and good technical foundation. But the story ruined everything... The characters are not reasonable in the most decisions and the ending is total crap. In total disappointed of the game...… Expand
  22. zeldriis
    Aug 14, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. muy buena historias, muy buenas gráficas, muy buenos personajes y el final... ufff nada que decir. lo unico malo es que perdemos a un personaje muy querido:( pero aun asi la historia es exquisitaaa… Expand
  23. Urteiler
    Aug 14, 2020
    3
    I bought TLOU II cuz I'm a fan of the 1st game. The story is such a disappointment, Naughty Dog was dishonest in the trailers, if I had known things would be like that, I simply wouldn't have bought the game. TLOU2 is very disrespectful to the fans of the 1st game. I shouldn't have avoided the leaks. TLOU 2 is the worst birthday present I've ever bought to myself.
    It's sad, very sad, the    I bought TLOU II cuz I'm a fan of the 1st game. The story is such a disappointment, Naughty Dog was dishonest in the trailers, if I had known things would be like that, I simply wouldn't have bought the game. TLOU2 is very disrespectful to the fans of the 1st game. I shouldn't have avoided the leaks. TLOU 2 is the worst birthday present I've ever bought to myself.
    It's sad, very sad, the sequel had such a potential.. that's now wasted due to Neil Druckmann's stupid eriting    … Expand
  24. Captain_Vimes
    Aug 14, 2020
    1
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Awful - truly awful

    Given how amazing the first game is I was so excited for the next instalment. Maybe that’s part of the issue, it made the fall even harder.

    Complete misstep and from naughty dog ? Come on! all they had to do was give this to any group of testers and listen to their honest feedback. Complete Joke of a story
    Characters are beyond clichè Waste of £50!!    … Expand
  25. Beymax
    Aug 14, 2020
    10
    I think, that it is the Best game that have ever Come to ps4
    It the most sadly project i have ever played
  26. AceRoccola
    Aug 14, 2020
    0
    This game is an insult. Naughty Dog intentionally mislead the public in its advertising, and has delivered the GoT Season 8 of video game sequels. The characters you love are murdered, hobbled, and discarded. The ending is a joke. TLOU 2 punishes you for playing it and then judges you for the actions it forces you to take.
  27. AnteWalkthrough
    Aug 14, 2020
    9
    The game was amazing. I enjoyed it from start to the beginning. Graphics, gameplay, voice acting and environment are awesome. Story and soundtracks could have been better, but I still like it.

    Story 7/10
    Gameplay 10/10
    Voice acting 10/10
    Graphics 10/10
    Soundtracks 8/10

    Final conclusion 9/10
  28. Dron89
    Aug 14, 2020
    3
    Es un juego aburrido, después de 5 años esperaba evolución en el modo de juego. La escenografía no está mal pero la historia y cómo la cuenta hace perder interés en el ritmo de juego.
  29. Vaulie
    Aug 14, 2020
    10
    One of the most unprecedented, sophisticated and stunning games of this generation. The game has beautifully fluid combat, and stunning visuals. More importantly, the game does things no other standard AAA game does - it genuinely questions the player and their emotional response to the game. The game WANTS you to hate the controversial events, and then FORCES you to learn aboutOne of the most unprecedented, sophisticated and stunning games of this generation. The game has beautifully fluid combat, and stunning visuals. More importantly, the game does things no other standard AAA game does - it genuinely questions the player and their emotional response to the game. The game WANTS you to hate the controversial events, and then FORCES you to learn about 'otherness' and 'forgiveness' and relishes in the idea that theres always two sides to every story.

    An absolute masterpiece, people who are struggling with the narrative or complain about the story probably didn't allow themselves to dig deep within and try and understand the games intentions.    … Expand
  30. lukamilosevic
    Aug 14, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It's gonna make you angry. Good gameplay, bad bad story. Nothing else to say.… Expand
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  1. Positive: 113 out of 121
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 121
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  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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