The Last of Us Part II

 PlayStation 4
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  1. Hpeters998
    Jul 12, 2020
    10
    One of the best games. Visually stunning, great character animation. Sound and music is great too. Story could be better, but it isnt as bad as some are saying. Really enjoyed it. Looking forward to part 3 already! Thank u Naughty Dog.
  2. GioThePineapple
    Jul 12, 2020
    0
    Story very focused on relationships, no depth, the script tries to empathize with characters very desperately, excellent gameplay, but the story **** on all that good work, and not only this but also in the first game.
  3. Fabian3532
    Jul 12, 2020
    10
    La verdad me parece un muy buen juego, es verdad que algunas partes de Abby pueden parecer que están de más, pero al final es profundizar en el personaje y poder mostrarte los dos lados de la moneda, lo cual es bueno. Y en lo personal el guion me pareció bueno, aunque si hay algunos diálogos que son un poco absurdos o sin sentido; en general es un juego muy bueno que se nota que seLa verdad me parece un muy buen juego, es verdad que algunas partes de Abby pueden parecer que están de más, pero al final es profundizar en el personaje y poder mostrarte los dos lados de la moneda, lo cual es bueno. Y en lo personal el guion me pareció bueno, aunque si hay algunos diálogos que son un poco absurdos o sin sentido; en general es un juego muy bueno que se nota que se esforzaron en hacerlo, y tiene su mérito, como cualquier otro juego tiene sus pequeños fallos, pero no los considero graves como para linchar el juego como muchos lo estuvieron haciendo. Lo recomiendo? Completamente… Expand
  4. Squalllionheart
    Jul 12, 2020
    10
    This game is a masterpiece. There were moments that I wished the story didn’t go the way it did but stick it out and listen to the story they are you. It’s an amazing story with near perfect graphics and gameplay.
  5. Tavito39
    Jul 9, 2020
    9
    I will be honest, the game is the best in graphics, gameplay and the scenarios, but un story it was not what i espected, the only reason why i give a 9/10 it's because the story is not at the level of the first game, but is a story that brings up a lot of different emotions in a single playthrough, and that kind of stories they are worth recognizing.
  6. lvhu227
    Jul 12, 2020
    10
    虽然网上恶意差评很多，但通关后我个人觉得第二部是超越了第一部的～更加好玩！
  7. Victoraddams920
    Jul 12, 2020
    10
    Could’ve been better but still the best game out there because of it’s gameplay and the story was lit too.
  8. Alissaernie
    Jul 12, 2020
    0
    So many 10/10 reviews. I tended to give 6 for the game-play. Now, I change my mind...
    After several dozen hours of gameplay, I was kind feeling be torture in the last 10 hours. I very enjoyed the amazing quality and all the fights. But eventually, I lost my goal. I don't know what and why I play. TLOU2 stary is trying to tell us to forgive, but all the decisions the characters made are    So many 10/10 reviews. I tended to give 6 for the game-play. Now, I change my mind...
    After several dozen hours of gameplay, I was kind feeling be torture in the last 10 hours. I very enjoyed the amazing quality and all the fights. But eventually, I lost my goal. I don't know what and why I play. TLOU2 stary is trying to tell us to forgive, but all the decisions the characters made are insane. The story is telling me a person who killed hundreds of ppl and even abandon the love to family can learn forgiveness? The story isn't convincing enough, not even close. TLOU2 story is a really huge fading compare to TLOU. Very disappointed!!    … Expand
  9. AlGuru
    Jul 12, 2020
    10
    Отличная игра! Сюжет, игра актёров на высоте!
  10. Gl1tch3d
    Jul 12, 2020
    4
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. In terms of gameplay, I enjoyed the first half and couldn't wait to play more. By the second half I wanted to get through it as quickly as possible. (I actually sprinted through multiple encounters just to get moving, especially during the last area of the game).

    Regarding where most of my disappointment comes from. I think.

    Imaging driving your car, getting blindsided by another car killing your parent (a hit and run), chasing them down in a blind rage, and then taking an air bag to the face with a note taped to it from the speeder saying "sorry, not sorry, I'm sure you understand".

    I'm still finding it difficult to articulate how I feel a few days after I've beaten the game, I apologize if this review does not explain it well.

    Grief has several stages, but not here. There are two, anger and acceptance.

    Joel is brutally murdered by Abby, you go out on a man hunt to take revenge (the whole time truly furious and convinced that Abby needs to die and everyone that helped her as well) and then.

    Boom

    The sides switch and you are forced to play as the person who killed your father-figure in bloody fashion, in an effort to make you understand her side and empathize with her. Keep in mind, Abby shows zero remorse for her actions, and we are just expected to be "huh, I get it now. I killed all your friends, but you (the person I set out to kill in the first place) can live".

    By the end I left the game thinking, is that it? I left confused not knowing what I'm supposed to feel, but feeling disappointed and almost numb and not sure why.    … Expand
  11. Bigstu_SMACH
    Jul 12, 2020
    9
    It was good story is it best game no but it good please play 1st just keep expectation reasonable levels.
  12. Malevolent_drew
    Jul 12, 2020
    7
    First of all I dont think it deserve a 0 to 5 review. I enjoyed the gameplay/combat, and if you enjoyed the first game gameplay then you'll be happy with the slight improvements to this game. Maybe we expected to much? In the end this is the game we got and I think it's fine..... let's talk about the story, I think is kind of a mess. Unfortunately the story just doesn't hold up. TheFirst of all I dont think it deserve a 0 to 5 review. I enjoyed the gameplay/combat, and if you enjoyed the first game gameplay then you'll be happy with the slight improvements to this game. Maybe we expected to much? In the end this is the game we got and I think it's fine..... let's talk about the story, I think is kind of a mess. Unfortunately the story just doesn't hold up. The storytelling was just all over the place and so many plot holes, how did they know where joel was or how he looked like? Ok maybe they just got lucky and found him, but still too much to absorb I guess. I found this story to be really depressing and if you had lost a love one or whatever I recommend to wait for a while, because this game really dwells in depression and later PTSD and about dealing with loss and grief. Well to me it does. Yeah I can't deny that I found the story to be a little disappointing on ellie's part and who we have to play through half of the game. Yeah I would give it a 5 in storytelling and about a 7 in gameplay, it's fine and if your curious about playing maybe wait til it goes on sale, but yeah that obviously didn't stop me. Lol… Expand
  13. Yort94
    Jul 12, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. An opening note: I was not spoiled prior to this game's release and, despite being a fan of the first, went in with zero expectations.

    This is easily one of, if not the, best looking game I've ever played. The detail and art direction is incredible! However, it's certainly noticeable the PS4 is being pushed to its limits here and it buckles with various distracting graphical glitches throughout.

    There's also plenty of new additions to the gameplay and combat which make for a visceral, tense and effective experience. The progression alongside it is also satisfying to take part in. Unfortunately there is some clunky gameplay at times (allies getting in the way, iffy dodging), particularly in the first boss fight between Ellie and Abby - which felt a little jarring in design and certainly halted the pace in an otherwise riveting confrontation.

    The soundtrack is superbly emotional and exciting when it needs to be. Likewise, the performances are raw and heartfelt. The story never lets up in its ambition. The sense of scale in its settings, themes and emotions is truly admirable and truly felt like a step-up from its predecessor. Across my nearly 30 hour playtime I was enthralled and pleased to be able to experience such a vast and diverse story - from the nail-biting opening act, hearing the first whistles of the Seraphites, the horror of Seattle's ground zero, the invasion of the Seraphites island, and the emotional conclusion. All of it memorable and successfully balancing strong character drama, themes, action, horror, and excitement the whole way through.

    The structure of the game effectively twisted every emotion I had. What I wanted at the beginning of the game was vastly different from what I wanted at the end of it. This is because there is true care, time and heart poured into all the characters here, most especially Ellie and Abby, who I grew to love just as much as each other. Abby especially was a difficult task to pull off, yet the more we experience with her and learn of her, the more my reluctance grew to acceptance, and finally to appreciation.

    This roller coaster of perspectives, motives, flaws and strengths throughout ultimately paid off, and having become so attached to both sides of the story, Naughty Dog successfully made me feel the utter pain and tragedy of the violent cycle these characters are stuck in. Making me desperate to see some solace be found in it all, which ultimately made the conclusion all the more emotionally satisfying for me. I felt as though I found peace, just as its characters did.

    To added benefit, I have never seen gameplay mechanics used to push me into such uncomfortable and reluctant places before, truly utilising and forwarding this medium's potential. And while this story and gameplay may be too daring for some, its dedication to its story and risks is never not apparent, and Naughty Dog knew to be patient and put just the right amount of time into the experience to make it work. At least for me, anyway.

    All in all, this game is full of experiences, characters, themes and a story I'm sure not to forget. And I loved it.    … Expand
  14. Tatanidas
    Jul 12, 2020
    10
    Creo que ya no puedo decir nada que no se haya dicho ya, a mi me encanto de principio a fin, las dos historias y ademas, yo no vi nada de “agenda política” en el juego, de hecho es lo menos correcto que he visto en un videojuego, también tiene una historia muy arriesgada que me hizo valorar el hecho de no elegir simplemente la historia simple que agrade a todo el mundo, finalmente en todosCreo que ya no puedo decir nada que no se haya dicho ya, a mi me encanto de principio a fin, las dos historias y ademas, yo no vi nada de “agenda política” en el juego, de hecho es lo menos correcto que he visto en un videojuego, también tiene una historia muy arriesgada que me hizo valorar el hecho de no elegir simplemente la historia simple que agrade a todo el mundo, finalmente en todos sus demas apartados tiene un desempeño excepcional… Expand
  15. Zoomie
    Jul 12, 2020
    10
    Incredible game, loved it more than even the first one. I think the negative reviews stem from people who just heard about the spoilers and didn't actually play the game itself. Awesome game play, graphics and voice acting. The ending concluded the story perfectly and I wouldn't have changed a thing.
  16. Hodoors
    Jul 12, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. What a way to kill a potential franchise. The fact I had to play half the game as someone I spent the first half hunting down and then in the final battle you make me play as the bad guy trying to kill the person I spent two games knowing was stupid. Couldn’t get through the ending fast enough so I could never play this again. As a lover of the first game and all the Uncharted games... Naughty Dog really screwed up this time.… Expand
  17. Kingbahamut19
    Jul 12, 2020
    3
    Gameplay is average, story is **** the graphics are pretty solid, marketing was trash, the voice acting is good, the fake reviews,(positive and negative) are horse****. Doesn't live up to the first one at all.
  18. glitch
    Jul 12, 2020
    10
    What an insanely great game. Gut wrenching, edge of your seat story, and a combat system that allows for so many dynamic confrontations. I came into this game full of skepticism expecting to be disappointed based upon the online controversy as LoU 1 is one of my all time favorite games. This matches and exceeds the original in so many ways from combat, enemies, graphics, and cutscenes thatWhat an insanely great game. Gut wrenching, edge of your seat story, and a combat system that allows for so many dynamic confrontations. I came into this game full of skepticism expecting to be disappointed based upon the online controversy as LoU 1 is one of my all time favorite games. This matches and exceeds the original in so many ways from combat, enemies, graphics, and cutscenes that make you feel like your playing through a love action movie. Well done Naughty Dog, you've pulled off creating a 2nd masterpiece and am excited about the next chapter in this saga.… Expand
  19. HectorE86
    Jul 12, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. First off, this is my first game of the series that I played. I never played the first game. I saw all leaks prior of the release date and it never discouraged me purchasing this game. I think it even made me want to play it more to be completely honest. It took some time getting used to the controller mechanics but I picked it up really quick. Although, I may not like the fact that Joel die, I like the story overall. I never played a game that you get to play the first half as the antagonist and the other half as the protagonist. So I have to give credit to Naughty Dog for thinking outside the box. The graphics and physics are top quality everything about this game is awesome.… Expand
  20. Xxtitixx
    Jul 12, 2020
    10
    La verdad un juego muy intenso dónde crees saber cuál es la razón de las cosas pero los giros que te hacen cambiar el odio por empatía y sentimientos dónde un final muy fuerte al igual que el mismo juego. Excelente jugabilidad excelente narrativa. Disfrute cada momento del juego y sufrí Hasta el final. La verdad un gran juego
  21. Douglas702
    Jul 12, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I personally really enjoyed this game. My only issue was the ending. It truly felt unnecessary. There comes a moment in this game where it sets up a pretty good ending, but then for some reason, it keeps going, and leaves Ellie with absolutely nothing, and left a lot to be deisred. But besides that, the game is very good. The gameplay is amazing and the scenery is truly stunning.… Expand
  22. Samuelsam1979
    Jul 12, 2020
    10
    The last of us 2 é uma verdadeira obra prima do mundo dos games. Nota 10 em todos os quesitos possíveis (narrativa , gráficos, jogabilidade, física, som etc). Um divisor de águas. Será referência pra muitos jogos que virão. Obrigado Sony/naughty dog
  23. BackGroundMan92
    Jul 12, 2020
    10
    7 years. 7 years is a long time to wait for a sequel to The Last of Us, possibly one of the greatest games ever made. So, after all these years how could Naughty Dog ever make a sequel to live up to part 1? The answer is Part 2. For what seems like forever I heard nothing but bad, negative and hatefull things about The Last of us 2 on how "the game betreys and spits in the face of fans",7 years. 7 years is a long time to wait for a sequel to The Last of Us, possibly one of the greatest games ever made. So, after all these years how could Naughty Dog ever make a sequel to live up to part 1? The answer is Part 2. For what seems like forever I heard nothing but bad, negative and hatefull things about The Last of us 2 on how "the game betreys and spits in the face of fans", and "the writing is garbage", and "we hate that **** Abby". With so much negativity and hate, I questioned whether or not I should even get it, and to be honest I was worried about the game. However, unlike most gamers I am very open minded and wasn't going to judge the game untill I got it and played it. I went in knowing one of the spoilers but I didn't let that discourage me. And I'm glad I did.The Last of Us Part 2 exceeds part 1 in every way possible. The graphics are breathtaking, the sound design perfect, the level of detail in every environment you walk through is beyond magnificent, combat is grounded and brutal. Ashley Johnson's performance of Ellie was the highlight of the whole game, she deserves an award for her performance! The Last of Us Part 2 was an emotional game to get through, by end of it I was wiping tears from my eyes. When the credits rolled I was left with the same awe and amazement after playing The Last of Us back in 2013. With The Last of Us Part 2 Naughty Dog has cemented why they are the BEST developer in the world, no other developer comes close to the talent and pedigree they achieve. Don't listen to all the parasitic haters that say the game is bad, the game is a masterpiece.… Expand
  24. Tabajara00
    Jul 8, 2020
    10
    Um ótimo jogo com uma história que foge do padrão Hollywoodiano ótimos gráficos jogabilidade a história se compreendida munda completamente a sua visão sobre vingança e te faz buscar a redenção
  25. Volcov
    Jul 12, 2020
    0
    HORRIBLE game.. they destroyed a game with nothing but graphics and bugs.. The dev´s know it would suck and proceed doing it
  26. GoodGuyReviews
    Jun 24, 2020
    10
    It's not as bad as people are making it. Sure story-wise they made some dumb decisions, and the marketing campaign for this game was a complete joke and mislead tons of fans, but the overall experience with this game was pretty solid. Funny enough the emotions you feel while playing this game are completely intended, and the way the story is structured is also completely intentional. ThisIt's not as bad as people are making it. Sure story-wise they made some dumb decisions, and the marketing campaign for this game was a complete joke and mislead tons of fans, but the overall experience with this game was pretty solid. Funny enough the emotions you feel while playing this game are completely intended, and the way the story is structured is also completely intentional. This is a game that's supposed to make you feel empty after playing. The visuals in this game are extremely realistic, from the facial expressions to the beautiful lighting. This game is a spectacle to behold. The gameplay is definitely better than its predecessor, and it's always a blast to engage different enemies through many different methods, from up close and personal to sneaking your way through the various situations. The voice acting is very superb, with everybody delivering great performances. Even though the story was very misleading via promotional material, I still really liked the narrative of the game. The game really plays with your emotions and really embraces the idea of points of view. The way it was executed was phenomenal. It makes actions you enjoyed making earlier in the game take a full 180. Overall, a great experience and a must play for all fans.… Expand
  27. OnTheBus
    Jul 12, 2020
    9
    I really like the story and the graphics are amazing. The game play is great although largely unchanged from the original. It loses a point from me because I think the pacing fails in some of the later half of the game but it is still very much worth playing and buying at retail price. Even when the story is at it's slowest the gameplay is still very good. An interesting aspect is that youI really like the story and the graphics are amazing. The game play is great although largely unchanged from the original. It loses a point from me because I think the pacing fails in some of the later half of the game but it is still very much worth playing and buying at retail price. Even when the story is at it's slowest the gameplay is still very good. An interesting aspect is that you are not innately a a badass in this game. At the onset you cannot aim well, your firearms sway when you aim and aiming while moving is a feat this becomes easier as the game progresses but you have to earn it. It feels appropriate considering the game is about struggling against the world and everything in it.
    A ton of people are dragging this game for unbelievable character reactions and choices but I think that they are justified within the context of the narrative. It is a blind rage, seeing red, bloodlust fueled, quest for revenge and the characters are obsessed with extracting their vengeance. ND is trying to say something about loss and letting go of those who have seriously hurt you and how that is not an easy or possible task in some instances. Are they completely successful? No. Is is objectively bad? Also no. This game is great and should be judged on its merits instead of what the fans wanted instead. If this were the first game no one would be complaining.    … Expand
  28. DarK_ItZaX
    Jul 12, 2020
    10
    This game is stunning and beautiful and i know people did not like the game because joel died but it was so that ellie's revenge like they said in the trailers make sense to the story but about abby naughty dog just wanted that you can see abby's perspective so you can understand that no one in this world is good. Otherwise the game is actually one of the best ive ever played
  29. vildesmail
    Jul 12, 2020
    10
    Last of us II is the best game on ps4, as for me, with good story and impressive gameplay! 10/10!!
  30. rock9030
    Jul 12, 2020
    9
    Great game. I'm very like the gameplay.
    The story is touch me. But I don't like to control Abby fight with Ellie.
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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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