The Last of Us Part II

 PlayStation 4
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5.8

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  2. Mixed: 8,550 out of 161975
  3. Negative: 68,475 out of 161975
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  1. Kooldurk
    Aug 3, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Responding to the hate

    1. What's wrong about having a lesbian protagonist? A transgender character? or a strong buff woman like Abby? Nothing because representation matters.

    2. THAT scene in the first few hours. The point was to have Ellie & the player witness a brutal event for what happens afterwards which is the pursuit of revenge. It was the consequence to Part 1's ending and it was executed in a disrespectful way? on some level yes but this is TLOU, a unforgiving world where you're just surviving. He was acting out of character? Well it has been 5 years since settling in Jackson and patrols are to clear out the area and recruit new survivors? He isn't a smuggler anymore and people change.

    3. Bad/Lazy Writing: On my playthrough I failed to notice any of it. Nothing off and do you know Neil Druckmann is brilliant as he wrote Part 1 but also Uncharted 4 which also became the best one since 2?

    4. False Advertising? That is normal in this type of media along with Films to avoid spoilers so yes it is misleading but doesn't you should trust it. The leaks were unfortunate but it was proven to be by a Hacker and not some angry employee.

    5. Crunch: Yes crunch is also usual but this time almost everyone was passionate about making it that even tho the Director told them to not work so hard, they continued by their choice.

    6. The Ending: IMO I thought it was a fitting way to end the journey & I doubt after playing 10+ Hours as Abby and going through change with her Redemption Arc was gonna end up with her fate which was actually the original ending but I'm glad ND changed it as it is more open for a possible Part 3.

    7. Ruined the Franchise? it has been said years ago that Part 1 Fans aren't going to like this. This story was worth telling because it was a concept landed on and also continues the Ending from Part 1 which is the reason this is called Part 2. The character flashbacks did it justice especially the museum. Ellie in part 1 really wanted a meaningful death but finds out the truth so the flashbacks show the worst of times and the best moments. How was it ruined? lol

    8. Paid Shills? Critics gave a good score because it was their own review. I even hear that being paid off to give a good score is even illegal.

    9. User scores tell a different story. 5/10 = not accurate, Metacritic still hasn't implemented a way to verify if you own something so this was review bombed even the second the game released. Impossible to finish. It's true the 10/10's could be bombed. but the Negative ones are far more with the Bombing.

    10. The Director self insert himself? Yes Manny does look like him but Neil never did any Mocap. He even shouted out the actor so that claim is false.    … Expand
  2. MikeIchiban
    Aug 3, 2020
    9
    See that average user score. 5.6 right now. I believe it was 3 point something when it first came out. Bunch of losers hate the game for nothing. Yet many r just xbox players or cloud players who never actually played game. Joel was never a good person, he killed innocent ppl in the first part game. So many Mr Judge giving it a low score like 0 r totally losers and **** The game has itsSee that average user score. 5.6 right now. I believe it was 3 point something when it first came out. Bunch of losers hate the game for nothing. Yet many r just xbox players or cloud players who never actually played game. Joel was never a good person, he killed innocent ppl in the first part game. So many Mr Judge giving it a low score like 0 r totally losers and **** The game has its problem, it's about the LGBT stuff and drug thing. For the story line, I don't see anything wrong with it. People die, it's not like a TV drama out there nobody dies but only the so called bad guys. Remember, real gamers enjoy the game, real losers hate the game. Keep hating cuz u r real losers.… Expand
  3. Filzpep
    Aug 3, 2020
    10
    Meilleurs jeux , du début à la fin très émotif je vais le refaire certainement sur ps5
  4. JoniBoi
    Aug 3, 2020
    10
    A game that play with you emotions and manipulate them, absolutely fantastic. I'm wordless, you have my freaking money naughty dog.
  5. enduresurvive7
    Aug 3, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Honestly, I really enjoyed the game while playing it. The game illustrates the brutal reality that the setting takes place in where loss and devastation is very common. The many haters of the game who are upset by Joel's death fail to realize that his adverse demise shows how savage the world is. Just because a beloved character has died due to a golf club does not ultimately make the game so bad as innumerable people have expressed. In addition, the mechanics and the brutal fights made the game very fun to play with all the new additions such as hiding in the grass, climbing, jumping, dodging, and new moves in general. It provided the strongest emotional impact a game ever has due to its ability to form a powerful connection between Ellie and the player. To be honest, I did kind of understand Abby, not that I will ever like or agree with her actions. For instance, if someone killed Ellie, Joel would definitely seek revenge and if the game were centered on the person who killed Ellie, players would view Joel as the bad guy. Therefore, though I definitely don't agree with her, i do understand her. For those people saying that it was out of character for Joel to help Abby and let his guard down, his sense of security lessened after he settled in a safe place with Ellie so he is not the same as the Joel we saw in the first game. Only thing that I kind of didn't like was that I would like to play more as Ellie and found playing as Abby was a bit boring. Overall, I loved the graphics, the cutscenes, the story, fights, characters, acting, and sound.… Expand
  6. Soji33
    Aug 3, 2020
    1
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. They get 1 point for good graphics but that's about all they had. The gameplay is mostly copy paste from the first one and a sequel should be an upgrade. But that's not what everyone bought this game for. They bought it for the story. Because they liked TLOU characters and wanted to see a continuation of that. But this game feels like some anti fan fiction made by someone who down right hated the original. They pretty much throw the characters from the first game under the bus and spit on their memory. The make a hard push for you to like there new ones. Who are down right bland and dumb. Oh and Abe the main character they want you to love is just a horrible person.

    If you loved or even just liked the first game give this anti fan fiction of a sequel a hard pass and as for the critics who are praising it. I am 100% sure the majority of them were bought off.    … Expand
  7. Jherrie23
    Aug 3, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The story is convoluted, there are lots of unnecessary backstory, joel's death is so sudden they didn't give him a proper death, and also this game is hard to play for a second time.… Expand
  8. omegaortega
    Aug 3, 2020
    10
    As a fan of the original, I enjoyed playing The Last of Us Part II. TLOU2 is an emotional gut-wrenching roller coaster. Relationships with characters are rich, the world design is very well done. The game is intricately detailed, not just graphically, there is a lot of thought put into each building, each environment.

    The way the developers took risks and were willing to kill off    As a fan of the original, I enjoyed playing The Last of Us Part II. TLOU2 is an emotional gut-wrenching roller coaster. Relationships with characters are rich, the world design is very well done. The game is intricately detailed, not just graphically, there is a lot of thought put into each building, each environment.

    The way the developers took risks and were willing to kill off characters left me emotionally drained in a way no other game has. The world feels truly dangerous and desperate, like an apocalypse. Up until the very end the story telling left me worried with the choices Ellie and other characters might make. How the story takes your feelings towards a character, one you are supposed to hate and flips them, is impressive.

    Each death takes a toll on each character, even during gameplay NPC's have dramatic and realistic responses to their fallen comrades as they try to hunt you down. Speaking of gameplay, weapon customization, character progression with skills, the way the melee system works, the way guns and explosives feel and sound are all really top notch. TLOU2 is top notch 3rd-person action. There are some surprising things done with physics, sound design and music that create a truly immersive environment.

    If I could critique anything, towards the end the stealth gameplay overstays it's welcome a bit. Also there were a few graphical glitches in which I needed to restart my PS4 Pro. However with what Naughty Dog accomplished with character development, you walk miles in the shoes of these characters, the story unfolds in a way that makes TLOU2 feel truly genuine.    … Expand
  9. The_Chemist
    Aug 3, 2020
    10
    Fantastic game. The world and character building is absolutely immersive and emotional. The gameplay and combat is even more refined than the original. Don’t let all of the fake “reviews” from all of the homophobes discourage you from playing this masterpiece
  10. JNew72
    Aug 3, 2020
    10
    My favorite game so far in 25 years of gaming. It’s a masterpiece from top to bottom. It’s ironic how the people who hate this game are the ones who need this story the most.
  11. Dadams525
    Aug 3, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. sjw trash, gameplay is stagnant from the ps3 days and the story completely nosedives.… Expand
  12. nickpascutti
    Aug 3, 2020
    10
    Perfect sequel. Great story, unlike some people said. The characters are very real and complex, it’s not a fairy tale but a very human story. Gameplay is awesome, improved on the first one. Stealth is so much fun, combat is expanded and refined. Graphics are the best of the generation. 10/10
  13. ReeceGameReview
    Aug 3, 2020
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The Last of Us is one of my favourite games of all time, and was anticipating the sequel so much, thankfully I avoided the leaks bar one, the death of Joel.

    The game is groundbreaking in so many different areas, gameplay, visuals, audio, all 10/10, no doubt, but for me the story is a huge let down, and was a way to shoe horn Abby into the story, while Laura Bailey does a fantastic job as Abby, I just do not like the character, I feel that the death of Joel should have been taken, and put at the end of the game, or at the start of a Part 3, Part 2 should've been focused on Abby, with the aftermath of the firefly massacre, and being a solider within the WLF, build her character, build her character arc, it sets up for this revenge story Naughty Dog were desperate to do and would've fit perfectly into a Part 3    … Expand
  14. Crow4523
    Aug 3, 2020
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. After playing the first couple of hours of this game I wanted to stop playing but continued anyways. The game play is phenomenal. Graphics are amazing. I liked the way the game felt. But I hated how the story played out why would you kill Joel like that for? He's a major character at least give Hime a heros ending. I can understand killing him to progress the store but it should have been done in a better way of that was the only choice for a story.… Expand
  15. Kt_Shulha
    Aug 3, 2020
    8
    I love the game! It has some weak spots in gameplay, but the plot is just amazing!
  16. Bobberio
    Aug 3, 2020
    10
    I’ve just finished this amazing masterpiece. I’ve no word to describe what i’ve experienced, im just astonished by the top notch graphic and refined gameplay. The narrative is where all of this shine: a cruel and sad story able to hurt your feelings and let you know what loss is..
  17. JuanLuisZS
    Aug 3, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Es un juegazo, no es perfecto, porque no hay juegos así pero es muy bueno.

    Mucha gente se centra únicamente en la muerte de Joel y en qué Ellie hiciera toda una travesía en busca de venganza contra Abby para que al final le perdonará la vida, pero no analizan la historia que hay en medio.

    Hay uno que otro hueco argumental como por ejemplo que Joel del primer juego de ser alguien totalmente cerrado que no puede hablar sobre las personas que han muerto ahora lo platican con mucha libertad, se abrió con Elli.

    Creo que Abby no es un mal personaje ni mucho menos, es solo que estoy seguro de que muchos como yo de momento al empezar a jugar con ella y saber que había matado a Joel no nos gustó la idea pero al final del juego nos supo mal que Ellie la fuera a matar y nos sentimos un poco aliviados cuando la deja ir pero creo y como yo interpretó el final la perdono para de alguna manera compensar que no puedo hacer lo mismo con Joel. Pará nada ese era el final que esperaba pero me agrado.

    Hay momentos en los que el gameplay se siente un poco aburrido, como pasar de un momento de intensa acción a buscar sumistros nada más, siento que tuvo que haber un poco más de balance ahí.

    Y ni hablar de apartado visual porque es una joya. Es un gran juego, no tengo mas que decir, no es perfecto, lo vuelvo a repetir por eso mi calificación,.    … Expand
  18. HanzoTheRazor
    Aug 3, 2020
    10
    My new favourite game of all time tied with God of War PS4. After finishing The Last of Us Part II all other games feel hollow. Eclipses the first game in every way. Highly recommended,

    Hanzo
  19. Markiuk
    Jul 3, 2020
    10
    Excellent visuals, an unexpected story, perfectly improved gameplay mechanics and upgrade system.
  20. 42meaningoflife
    Aug 3, 2020
    10
    Excellent gameplay, stunning visuals and a narrative that is as beautiful as it is heartwrenching.
  21. k3voath
    Aug 3, 2020
    6
    I'm going to try to be brief with this review. This game is not the worst game I've ever played. It had potential to be as good as the first one with a good gameplay; amazing graphics and music, but the way they handled the characters was a missed opportunity. The story felt forced to go where it went and to my taste that alone was the disappointment. Its not the worst game but it's notI'm going to try to be brief with this review. This game is not the worst game I've ever played. It had potential to be as good as the first one with a good gameplay; amazing graphics and music, but the way they handled the characters was a missed opportunity. The story felt forced to go where it went and to my taste that alone was the disappointment. Its not the worst game but it's not the best game either. I've played the game twice and while the first time you wanted to see how it would end once you know the story a second walk-through feels not worth the time. I don't see the need for a 3rd game. There was no need for a 2nd game (although I was exited to see what they were going to do in this game since the first game is my favorite game ever) and I think there is no need for a 3rd game. I would recommend you to play both games so you can make an informed opinion but you can wait for this one to be at a lower price if you want.… Expand
  22. Light1337
    Jun 22, 2020
    0
    Wow what can I say. Only good thing they did was graphics. I am so happy my friend let me borrow his game. I wouldn't even pay $10. They did such a pour job with character development and story. Plus they keep pushing this progressive agendas. I hope it was worth it Naughty Dog.
  23. Kayleful
    Aug 3, 2020
    9
    Genuinely enjoyed the story, gameplay and overall game. Lot of misguided hate for this game
  24. yoel17
    Aug 3, 2020
    10
    Uno de los mejores juegos que he jugado en mi vida y para mi gusto un clásico moderno, soy un gran fanático del primer juego pero su segunda parte la supera amplia mente en todo.
  25. JeR2D2
    Aug 3, 2020
    10
    Truly a masterpiece - from graphics to animations, to characters. It's truly a tale that makes you question viewpoints and how powerful video games as an art form can be. Well done!
  26. Garyla
    Aug 3, 2020
    10
    This game is by far the most ambitious in term of gameplay and mechanics, I am personally in love with the characters especially Ellie and her story is so beautiful and poetic there’s a meaning for everything that she’s been through for me this game is the best ever proposed on PS4, the story isn’t Bad, she just don’t come on the pattern that every gamer has been used to this is somethingThis game is by far the most ambitious in term of gameplay and mechanics, I am personally in love with the characters especially Ellie and her story is so beautiful and poetic there’s a meaning for everything that she’s been through for me this game is the best ever proposed on PS4, the story isn’t Bad, she just don’t come on the pattern that every gamer has been used to this is something new where every character can die in a second, for me this is a 10.… Expand
  27. Instable
    Aug 3, 2020
    9
    Игра в лучших традициях Naughty Dag. Всем рекомендую.
  28. tonytoy62
    Aug 3, 2020
    10
    excellent graphics, most of them I entered the game, I have many mixed feelings, the graphics went beyond the real thing, love this game, it is a pity that others have the obscure stupid to rate it at 0, those people have their heads full of **** just because a great character dies, despite everything, the game touches many feelings, the script was a bit deviated by other topics that doexcellent graphics, most of them I entered the game, I have many mixed feelings, the graphics went beyond the real thing, love this game, it is a pity that others have the obscure stupid to rate it at 0, those people have their heads full of **** just because a great character dies, despite everything, the game touches many feelings, the script was a bit deviated by other topics that do not go, but the musical soundtrack and the graphics and other experiences involve you too much to the game.… Expand
  29. derikfernando
    Aug 3, 2020
    9
    Nota 8,5 (Mais pra 9 do que pra 8) - Prós: O Melhor Gráfico de Personagens já visto na história (da Ambientação e Texturas nem tanto); Jogabilidade parecida com o Primeiro Jogo (O que é bom); Inteligência Artificial dos Inimigos é Excelente; A História do Jogo é contada de uma maneira bem Interessante; Assim como no Primeiro Jogo, Os Personagens são o Ponto Principal, com BackgroundsNota 8,5 (Mais pra 9 do que pra 8) - Prós: O Melhor Gráfico de Personagens já visto na história (da Ambientação e Texturas nem tanto); Jogabilidade parecida com o Primeiro Jogo (O que é bom); Inteligência Artificial dos Inimigos é Excelente; A História do Jogo é contada de uma maneira bem Interessante; Assim como no Primeiro Jogo, Os Personagens são o Ponto Principal, com Backgrounds Excelentes; A Dublagem em PT-BR é tão Boa quanto a do Anterior; A História do Jogo é o que Divide a Opinião dos Jogadores (Quem não gostou diz que o Jogo é Nota Zero, sem levar em conta todas as coisas boas do Jogo), Concordando com Ela ou não, Ela cumpre o Seu Papel e é digna de Hollywood - Contras: O Produtor do Jogo quis Politizar o Jogo o Tempo Todo, É Irritante o quanto ele força as suas Ideologias. Infelizmente isso se tornará cada vez mais comum na Nossa Sociedade, forçando as pessoas a consumir conteúdos com cunho politico o tempo todo; O Fato é que mesmo a História sendo uma Imposição de Ideologia, ela é bem contada, funcionando no final e Cumprindo o seu papel Ideológico (Mas isso não tira o fato dela ser ruim); Perderam uma Grande Oportunidade de Criar mais Acontecimentos que façam uma Ligação com o Ato 1 e 2 do Jogo, como Explosões, ou algo do tipo! - Resumo: É Um Excelente Jogo, um dos Melhores da Geração, Com gráficos Excelentes com Uma História que Divide Opiniões: Os que gostarem vão dar Nota 9 ou 10 e os que não gostarem vão dizer que o Jogo é Nota Zero, 1, 2... deixando todo o Excelente Trabalho Técnico de Lado. Eu Odiei o Fato do Produtor Impor a Sua Ideologia no Jogo, é Irritante e Destrói tudo que foi feito no Primeiro Jogo, mas entendo que ele teve que fazer para conseguir criar a Longa História desse jogo e que isso vai se tornar cada vez mais Comum na Cultura Pop, Gostei da Forma como a História foi Contada porém Odiei o Seu Conteúdo! (Mas Sou Inteligente o Suficiente para Separar as Coisas)… Expand
  30. 319213561420647
    Aug 3, 2020
    10
    Ha sido una tortura emocional. El juego es tremendamente nihilista, se entiende por qué a tanta gente no le gusta. Te deja una sensación de vacío que no logras entender. Para mí, un juegazo sin ninguna duda.
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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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