The Last of Us Part II

 PlayStation 4
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5.8

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  3. Negative: 68,475 out of 161975
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  1. Aeroswoosh
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Pros: The Story (Read the bulk of the review below)
    Insanely detailed and immersive graphics
    Great set pieces
    Superb performances by the cast

    Cons: Poor, slow pacing at times
    Combat/gameplay is as repetitive as the original and can get tedious in certain parts

    Story breakdown (SPOILERS AHEAD)

    This game is an absolute masterpiece in exploring morality and the cost of vengeance. Ellie's journey to avenge Joel after his brutal death at the hands of Abby plays out like your typical revenge tale for the first 1/3 of the game, with her mowing down enemy after enemy, alongside a diverse cast of supporting characters. Right as the game reaches what is typically the climax in a revenge narrative, Naughty Dog throws you a curve ball and forces you to play the next 1/3 of the game as Joel's killer!

    At first, I was as upset as everyone else (I spent many minutes throwing Abby off cliffs and relished her death animations). However, from playing through her back story and watching her interactions with her friends and family, I worked through my initial indignation, and came to understand where Abby was coming from, and why she set out to kill Joel. Abby's portion of the game has multiple moments that are direct mirrors to Ellie's portion of the game, down to the love triangles including pregnant women. By forcing you to play as Abby, Naughty Dog is forcing you to empathize with her character and asking you why is it okay for Ellie to get revenge for her father figure but not okay for Abby to get revenge for her actual, biological father?

    The final 1/3 of the game is the most polarizing, as Ellie does act somewhat illogically in continuing to pursue her revenge, thereby abandoning her newfound family. This all comes to a head in a vicious final fight with Abby that left me physically uncomfortable. When the dust settles, Ellie is as broken as the player is by her actions. The ending feels anticlimactic and disappointing, but in selecting this finale, Naughty Dog is suggesting a John-Wickian revenge never ends as one would expect.    … Expand
  2. AciD_FoXx
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    Wie auch der erste Teil, ein top Spiel mit atemberaubender Grafik und Atmosphäre! Ich freue mich auf viele weitere spielstunden und hoffentlich kommende dlcs, ich habe bisher noch keinen einzigen Bug gefunden außer hier und da mal einen kurzen Textur Fehler aufgrund einer versehentlich falschen Bewegung! PS: ich finde es abartig das hier manche aufgrund von politisch oder persönlichWie auch der erste Teil, ein top Spiel mit atemberaubender Grafik und Atmosphäre! Ich freue mich auf viele weitere spielstunden und hoffentlich kommende dlcs, ich habe bisher noch keinen einzigen Bug gefunden außer hier und da mal einen kurzen Textur Fehler aufgrund einer versehentlich falschen Bewegung! PS: ich finde es abartig das hier manche aufgrund von politisch oder persönlich motivierten Ansichten das Spiel als negativ bewerten, nur weil ihr ein Problem mit gleich geschlechtlichen Beziehungen habt oder mit den Arbeitsbedingungen von Naughty Dog nicht zurfrieden seit, kann das Spiel da noch lange nichts für!! Ihr solltet euch schämen… Expand
  3. Deywpedro
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    ESSE JOGO EH PERFEITO, EM TUDO QUE ELE SE PROPÕE A TRAZER PARA O MUNDO DOS GAMES. VALE CADA MINUTOS JOGADO E CADA CENTAVO GASTO.
  4. Gi
    Jun 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I loved it, I am really hoping for a part 3. The game does not deserve all of this hate. I would change the time that we got to play as Abby tho, no need of 7 hours playing with her… Expand
  5. Vivancor
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    Es uno de las mejores historias que nos puede entregar, excelente narración y fluidez con los personajes, destacando los ambientes, los personajes los odias y quieres a la vez, dando un poco de empatia, experimente al límite mis emociones, odio, tristeza y felicidad.... Sin dudarlo no existe ninguna comparación con la primera entra, ya que no tenía como superarlos, pero si puede decir queEs uno de las mejores historias que nos puede entregar, excelente narración y fluidez con los personajes, destacando los ambientes, los personajes los odias y quieres a la vez, dando un poco de empatia, experimente al límite mis emociones, odio, tristeza y felicidad.... Sin dudarlo no existe ninguna comparación con la primera entra, ya que no tenía como superarlos, pero si puede decir que es una maravilla de juego… Expand
  6. Slayer_365
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    Me pareció un juego excelente, las malas críticas son gente que ni siquiera lo jugó
  7. Visualprophet
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    Genuinely one of the best games I have ever played. Riveting and intense. Graphics are amazing, violence is brutal, and the story grips you. My girlfriend is a bit of a gamer, and begs me to play it so she can watch.
  8. Nito909
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    This game is not very good. Something about it just doesn't seem right to me. The graphics and gameplay are good, but the most important part, the story, is just bad.
  9. Placebo552
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    Masterpiece every way. If you are a conservator person, this game not for you.
  10. kronen88
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    Unable to leave a negative review so trying this out. The story ruined. They absolutely destroyed the story,
  11. anlmndk
    Jun 23, 2020
    10
    Part II contains an unexpected and heavy sequel story for The Last of Us. This can be a huge disappointment for players looking for a father-daughter relationship like in the first game. The script of this game is just about hate and revenge. But what's meant to be told in the script is well explained. The game shows two different revenge story and allows players to empatize with eachPart II contains an unexpected and heavy sequel story for The Last of Us. This can be a huge disappointment for players looking for a father-daughter relationship like in the first game. The script of this game is just about hate and revenge. But what's meant to be told in the script is well explained. The game shows two different revenge story and allows players to empatize with each character. By this way, it conveys emotions to player clearly. Also the gameplay and graphics are at the level that no game has ever reached. It's impossible to notice that without playing. And the best part of the game is the soundtracks like the first game but these tracks is better than the first game's. I think we all have to thank Gustavo Santaollalla for that. As a result, this game is a perfect -but sad- masterpiece and deserves much than 10/10.… Expand
  12. Nikkabou
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I wish there was a word above "masterpiece" to describe what this game is. This game goes beyond anything I've ever played to deliver a beautiful, BRUTAL, immensely emotional experience that grips you tightly and doesn't let you go until the credits start rolling. Being a HUGE TLOU fan, I knew that ND would deliver, and they did that...and so much more. Ashley's acting as Ellie is top-notch, and really grabs at your heartstrings, or makes you shiver in fear( whatever her mood at that moment)The story is truly amazing, and complex, and it makes you think...A person can be a Hero to someone- but be a Villain to someone else. I love that the game touched on that- especially with the addition of the trading cards to push that notion. I'm saddened to find out that a lot of TLOU fans aren't able to really look at the bigger meaning of the plot, or understand the immaculate storytelling this game has to offer. I thought they'd be more complex than that. Another 10/10 and GOTY in my book. Well done, ND, well done.… Expand
  13. Itsjustme_Alex
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    The game is absolutely beautiful and the gameplay is actually fun and enjoyable but the story I could not get into it I felt no sympathy for the new characters and I felt like this was being forced on me.With a game so based on story the story not being good is not acceptable.
  14. Lurio777
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Very good me gustó la verdad que digan de la muerte de Joel es exagerado hay que saber que no es un supersoldado y no siempre se puede morir espetacularmente miren a Ghost en call of duty o a Yuri son muertes tristes, pero que hay que aceptar
    Moreno se la come    … Expand
  15. Larenashley
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. As much as I hate that my Joel is dead I have to admit the gameplay and story are amazing. I started out absolutely hating Abby for hurting Joel but by the end I understood and empathized with her. Honestly I would love to have either a part 3 or a DLC that delves more into her and Lev’s lives and what happened after parting with Ellie in Santa Barbara.… Expand
  16. Gabechill1
    Jun 27, 2020
    10
    This game delivers outstanding sound, graphics, level design and animation and gameplay/AI is a polished version of the first part, so reviews below 6/7 cannot be taken seriously. People are mad because the story is not what they wanted and they are rating the game 0, this is unprecedentedly ridiculous. The story is dark, brutal and unrelenting, and you have to play the whole game toThis game delivers outstanding sound, graphics, level design and animation and gameplay/AI is a polished version of the first part, so reviews below 6/7 cannot be taken seriously. People are mad because the story is not what they wanted and they are rating the game 0, this is unprecedentedly ridiculous. The story is dark, brutal and unrelenting, and you have to play the whole game to understand the whole picture or at least "feel" the whole picture, as empathy was key to understand characters' decisions and motivations. It's a game for a MATURE audience.
    This is one of the best games for PS4. One that everyone should play. It's a majestic evolution of the first part.    … Expand
  17. RigorTheHoot
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Let's start with the elephant in the room. Following the leak, people of the Internet rose up to call out The last of us 2 for having a agenda. The introduction of Abby made those people lose their mind and the game was boycotted. (Fun fact: Abby is not trans like those people thought, she's just swole as hell and I love it!). Being a fan of the first game, I think it was only fair to give Naughty dog a chance and try out the game before judging. Not only was there no "agenda", the leak mislead people to think it was a way bigger deal than it is. Now the game is very similar to the first one, it plays almost the same and I don't think it is a revolution of gaming. As for the story, it is a pretty standard vengeance story. It even worried me while playing that it would be all it had to offer. I was wrong. I won't say too much as this game as it should be played the most blind possible.

    If this whole drama surrounding the leaks taught me anything, It's that you should make your own mind about games. Play it for yourself, or if you are reluctant, watch a play-through. I can say without hesitation that if the leaks didn't happen, this game would have the same user score as the critics. If you were a fan of the first one, the second opus is for you.    … Expand
  18. Optimistic89
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. When I finished this game I was mentally exhausted. I have never been emotionally invested in a game as I have this one. The story was great, not as great as the original in my opinion but still great. Maybe because it was much more complicated, the original was much simpler compared to this sequel. No one actually "wins". This story is much darker. Also, the jump scares were a lot of fun and stressful at the same time. Some of the combat encounters were incredibly intense, especially if your playstyle is stealth. This game is one of the best games I have ever played and I'm 47. I've played games all my life and this one easily makes top 5, possibly top 3.… Expand
  19. SanguineWolf_77
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    The Last of Us Part II was an incredibly sad journey. We must remember that we arent here to choose the story for Ellie and Joel but experience their story with them. Lots of people didnt like the choices made by the characters but it's not your story to tell. Just to experience. Phenomenal game with great story telling I highly recommend it.
  20. czonin
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    Some parts were definitely hard to get through as a fan of the first game, but overall it was great.
  21. moealbunni
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    i loved every thing , from graphics to music , i had a falling in the beginning of the game but slowly accepted the fact that revenge will always make you lose your soul , thank you naughty dog
  22. Maray
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    All that I have written is purely my opinion.

    Well, let's get started. Many people are currently negative about several things: LGBT propaganda, Joel's death, and Abby's muscular girlfriend. Let's start in order. 1. LGBT. Seriously, are you going to judge LGBT people now? My God, this is so low. It's 2020, damn it, when the peak of tolerance in the world should be raised at times. BUT    All that I have written is purely my opinion.

    Well, let's get started. Many people are currently negative about several things: LGBT propaganda, Joel's death, and Abby's muscular girlfriend. Let's start in order.
    1. LGBT. Seriously, are you going to judge LGBT people now? My God, this is so low. It's 2020, damn it, when the peak of tolerance in the world should be raised at times. BUT ARE YOU SERIOUS?! Accuse the game of some kind of PROPAGANDA? This is very stupid. No one is telling you to become lesbian, gay, asexual, TRANS, or anything else. A story is being told, and this is one aspect. Attachment, emotions, feelings, Yes, there is such a range of emotions... And then they got hung up on it... A great society of people who can't even put aside those moments and delve into the very essence, the very plot and agenda.
    2. Joel and his death. It all, sooner or later, overtakes. How do people die? As the heroes? All die in different ways. Have you ever wondered how many people Ellie killed? In front of friends, family, and friends. And they all had similar emotions. Joel died as fate would have it. And this does not turn back, the game clearly and clearly shows us that sooner or later a person dies, no matter what: from old age or from a bullet in the forehead, or having been hit by a club on the head. This was a turning point for the plot and its further movement, a motive for revenge. Yes, there was no revenge, but we will talk about this later.
    3. And the most interesting, perhaps, muscular girl. Excuse me, what? Did you decide to blame her for her muscles? People, apparently, only the beautiful ladies and have seen. What about female bodybuilders? Maybe you should see some images of them both on the Internet and in reality? Well, as far as looks are concerned. And now all about this girl. Yes, the players have a right to hate it, that's the whole point. And if she was much more exposed as a character, then you would understand her. Why did she kill Joel? Revenge. For your father. Wouldn't you do the same? You come and see your loved one dead on the ground. And you know who did it. I don't know why. I will continue to honor it. She's the same person, Wake up. She makes mistakes, just like the rest of us. Just think how much she had to go through in the damn Apocalypse. No less than Ellie, one hundred percent.

    The ending... Oh, this is also a very controversial moment for all the people who shouted simply: WHY didn't SHE KILL HER?! SHE KILLED JOEL! BURN HER AT THE STAKE! Either people only watched the final and didn't pass the game, or they just weren't paying attention. Ellie saw Lev and Abby. As soon as the boy was put down, they started a fight, where Ellie almost won. But she remembered Joel. And just think... Ellie killed Abby. Escaped. And soon the lion wakes up, seeing Abby's corpse. What will he do? Revenge. And so the chain will continue. Ellie realized this at the very end. Why these liters of spilled blood, what good is it? Such were the thoughts that passed through her mind. She had destroyed her happiness, and she could have continued to live in peace, forgetting about it after a while.

    Finally, I want to say that the players ' assessments are not objective. From the word completely. And the critics have brains that understood everything and took it all in their stride. Stop this land, I'll get off.    … Expand
  23. Mwconnelly87
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    I've played TLoU more times than I can count, and this was an absolute perfect follow-up.
  24. AlchemyOmega
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    Excellent game from start to end. Keep in mind this is a tale of vengeance and the theme is "hate" in stark contrast to the first games theme "love". Expect to be upset, but it truly is a great game.
  25. Danesco007
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    más de lo que esperaba, el game play es espectacular, el mundo por explorar es increíble... joya
  26. Scrimdogg
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I loved the first game and also love this game
    100% A great game from start to finish.    … Expand
  27. trofoshka17
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    The game is amazing. Gives an appropriate view on revenge addiction, which Ellie is blinded by. A perfect ending to a story with incredible storytelling order that makes you question your empathy and moral choices that have been made in the first part.
  28. RipeHammer
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    Masterpiece. This game a lot about violence and after end of the story you think "Was it worth it?'. The game is like a roller coaster, in which the player experiences all sorts of emotions. Applause!
  29. AmmarKhan
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    Writing this review from Pakistan , im 10-12 hours in to the game and i just simply can say there is nothing that could be compared to it,
    People are not able to get over little things rather than experiencing the Entire game And have a look at the bigger picture here what it all sums up to . A solid 10 for me!
  30. Moroleo
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Juegazo!!! Que recibió reviews Bombing..

    El juego es excelente
    Mecánicas fueron mejoradas, ve la comparación de abrir una caja fuerte entre el 1 y el 2.
    La música es extraordinaria, el elemento de tocar la guitarra y tener todos los acordes disponibles es brutal.
    Los gráficos son lo mejor que he visto en ps4 basta con ver la cara para saber el estado de humor por el que está pasando el personaje, los escenarios son brutales

    Quizás el único punto por el que no tiene un 10 se debe al polémico final.. no por la decisión que se toma sino porq quizás me falto que el final tuviese una repercusión más grande sobre el mundo que está planteado en TLOU, por ejemplo, en el primer juego cuando Joel toma esa decisión condena a la raza humana por salvar a Ellie. En el caso del segundo juego tienen un impacto muy fuerte en la vida de Ellie pero nada cambia en el mundo en el que se desarrolla.. ese era el punto que hubiese marcado un diez sin embargo no deja de ser un juego intensivo brutal real humano y que deja una mezcla de emociones fantástico.. juegazo    … Expand
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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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