The Last of Us Part II

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  1. Youta_Ru
    Jul 9, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Great Game!
    I think the Abby part was a little long, that way it didn‘t feel like Ellie‘s Journey but like the Journey of both of them.
    On the other Side i really liked the Story with Lev and the Scars. It made sense to show that the Character that killed Joel isen‘t pure evil. I think Dani and Jessie where great as well and i loved the short part with JJ, i think the Game portrays well how revenge-driven people sometimes will leav everything behind just for their revenge. I‘m glad that Ellie spared Abby at the End and you can really see, what everything did cost Ellie, with her not even having enough fingers left to play the guitar. The Szene with Joel was cruel at the End, she just wanted to work on things with him the night before he got killed... i think the story was great! Sure there were some small issues, like i didn‘t cared for most of the WLF’s bcs i new they are dead anyways. But yeah all in all it was nice storytelling.

    Also, the music, lighting and rendering are all incredible! As well as the acting but i think that‘s needless to say.

    I hope there will be a DLC where we search for Dina and JJ.    … Expand
  2. Alireza480Ra
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Masterpiece.Simply sensational. Adding Abby as a playable character was a huge gamble that Naughty Dog handled in an incredible way. All the characters, even the secondary ones, are gorgeous and real, everyone travels to complete their goal. All accompanied by a sensational story telling and worthy of the successor of one of the video games that marked history… Expand
  3. Amity22
    Jun 19, 2020
    10
    absolute masterpiece again from ND. This game is fantastic. The combat in this game is even better than the first as well as the graphics are INCREDIBLE, delivered with the amazing music it's just a MUST play. This game is well worth it. As usual the negative review bombs are sad bots that don't get games of this quality. The game far surpassed the first IMO. It was incredibly made.
  4. Hergol
    Jul 9, 2020
    4
    El juego tiene gráficos increíbles. Mejora en muchos aspectos. Pero las críticas sobre el guion y el cómo está hecho son verdad. Cómo puede ser que un juego que tiene unos escenarios impecables, animaciones, sonido, etc etc. Sea puntuado tan bajo? Yo diría porque es un juego que consigue sacarte las ganas de jugarlo, te obliga a hacer cosas que no queres, te fuerza con una historia que noEl juego tiene gráficos increíbles. Mejora en muchos aspectos. Pero las críticas sobre el guion y el cómo está hecho son verdad. Cómo puede ser que un juego que tiene unos escenarios impecables, animaciones, sonido, etc etc. Sea puntuado tan bajo? Yo diría porque es un juego que consigue sacarte las ganas de jugarlo, te obliga a hacer cosas que no queres, te fuerza con una historia que no te importa y te hace lamentar el dinero que gastaste en él.… Expand
  5. Galileo13500
    Jun 19, 2020
    10
    I think that is a great game, mabye is not the best game of the year but i think is a game very cool about grafics, soundtrack, gameplay, mechanics.
    The story that they want tell us is no mabye the best story to tell but it have so much things that we don't know about what happened 5 year ago the last of us part l.
    4me is a game of 10 other games have the same 4 only nothing.
  6. Truesaporan
    Jul 9, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A gorgeous, captivating journey that was viscerally challenging in a way I’ve never experienced before. A tale of grief and healing, foremost, but also a story on the ills of vengeance. How vilification before compassion leads to only more pain, more suffering. How we otherize and dehumanize, both in gaming and in real life. There are evils and there are hurts, but there are no villains. Because this is a tale of the last of humanity, clinging to the only fundamentally real thing left to them; each other. Whether that’s through love, through hatred. Through grief, through joy. Connecting in the shadow of a world that used to be, in a people that continue to struggle onward. It’s not about forgiveness, it’s about the ladder we take to climb out of grief. A harrowing journey that we don’t always do right the first time, because the last step isn’t letting go, or even forgiving, its accepting. It’s seeing other side; seeing that they, too, have their own ladders to climb. Their own hurts to bear. Not only does the game express this narratively, but through the gameplay as well. Through every single step. Every flinch when our knife slides deep, eyes flicking up to us in terror and confusion. Every name we learn and life we take. How we befriend one and kill a dozen more, all while the line between enemy and ally blurs. You question every action, because they aren’t some ubiquitous “them” anymore. They are you. This isn’t just Ellie or Abby or Joel’s story, it’s ours as well. We willful passengers cannot make their choices for them, cannot alter their course, can only guide them along it. It is not something that can be fully realized except through this medium. We are not passive participants, like in a movie, but active ones. It’s more personal. That makes it more difficult, too. It’s hard to feel shame or heartbreak, and it’s hard to feel empathy for the one who caused it.

    This is not a game for everyone, but it is in no way a bad one. We are used to these platforms being majority entertainment, but this is...this is more like art. And not the New York interpretive bull that finds meaning in swathes of color, but a true snapshot of the human experience. It is harrowing. It is ugly. And it might reveal more about us than we were ready to see. But in the end, I believe it’s worth it, to connect so fundamentally to others, even when that connection is difficult. We get to see these little glimmers of hope in darkness, like fireflies. They guide us forward, even when so little remains; even when we are swallowed in despair. There is reason to keep going, to try, even if it’s only for the sake of a memory. 9/10    … Expand
  7. salem_drc
    Jul 9, 2020
    9
    Probably one of the best video games I've ever played. This game is one the very few games that feel incredibly close to perfection, from its story that it's just heartbreaking and not only touches upon topics like rage and revenge, but also talks about loss itself, to its beautiful character designs and graphics and even its very accessible and interactive playability. Beautiful game andProbably one of the best video games I've ever played. This game is one the very few games that feel incredibly close to perfection, from its story that it's just heartbreaking and not only touches upon topics like rage and revenge, but also talks about loss itself, to its beautiful character designs and graphics and even its very accessible and interactive playability. Beautiful game and all the ways possible.… Expand
  8. Pedram05
    Jun 30, 2020
    6
    The first half of the game's story is great, but fell way off in the second half. More specifically, in the second half the flashbacks are extremely overused and most times pull you away from intriguing scenes before they conclude. The game is also stretched out by an immense amount of filler with Abby's story who, I would argue, is not a good character. The conclusion of the story alsoThe first half of the game's story is great, but fell way off in the second half. More specifically, in the second half the flashbacks are extremely overused and most times pull you away from intriguing scenes before they conclude. The game is also stretched out by an immense amount of filler with Abby's story who, I would argue, is not a good character. The conclusion of the story also left me questioning certain decisions that Ellie makes that arguably don't make sense, but I won't go into detail so I don't have to tag this as spoiler alert. The story telling or writing style in this part just feels very different than the writing from part 1. The gameplay however, with the new types of infected and there even being boss fights with infected who's new abilities caught me way off guard, is pretty damn thrilling. Overall, this is a good game that was unfortunately still disappointing because of how much better the first one was, which for me personally created an unmet expectation for this sequel. Still, I couldn't see myself playing through this game a second time.… Expand
  9. luisyax
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Me fascinó este juego. Es muy diferente a la primera entrega pero eso no es algo malo. En cuanto a las graficas y jugabilidad es lo mejor que Naughty Dog ha hecho. Las armas y las formas de usarlas en este juego es simplemente magnifico. Es sin duda de lo mejor que Playstation ha presenciado en su historia. Y en cuanto a la historia, es mucho más larga y compleja que el primer juego. Se debe tener una verdadera conexión con los personajes para entender su viaje.

    En el primer juego hubo bastantes momentos en los que la historia me sorprendía y eso era agradable pero no hubo alguna otra emoción más que esa, la curiosidad por ver que venía después una y otra vez. Hasta el final, el cual no decepcionó en lo más mínimo.
    El segundo juego me hizo sentir todo tipo de emociones, la narrativa juega con los personajes y sus acciones de forma creativa. Una muy buena historia. El juego es verdaderamente intenso que al momento de terminarlo se puede sentir que también los personajes simplemente tuvieron suficiente de tremenda polarización entre paz y guerra. Amor y odio. Y terminan sufriendo las consecuencias de semejante vida. Al sufrir estas consecuencias tratan de tomar control sobre las piezas restantes de su vida pero no resulta como esperaban. Tanto el final de Abby y Ellie es desgarrador porque durante toda la historia son fuertes y desafientes, luego están extremadamente vulnerables a la voluntad de la otra. Una historia muy realista y madura.    … Expand
  10. domeproper
    Jul 9, 2020
    0
    TLOU2 takes a complete u-turn on the narrative path that was established in TLOU. Characters in TLOU2 by contrast to are too one dimensional with dialogue equality matching their characterization. By setting up a revenge plot early on in the game, the gameplay becomes a boring quest of getting from A to B, clearing out NPCs and figuring out exits. There is hardly any magic that held theTLOU2 takes a complete u-turn on the narrative path that was established in TLOU. Characters in TLOU2 by contrast to are too one dimensional with dialogue equality matching their characterization. By setting up a revenge plot early on in the game, the gameplay becomes a boring quest of getting from A to B, clearing out NPCs and figuring out exits. There is hardly any magic that held the original game together and after playing this game I was left with a sense of frustration and grief for the story that has been hijacked and taking on a really weird trajectory. Very sad at having wasted my time and money on this lousy excuse of a sequel.… Expand
  11. sombertone
    Jun 19, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I’ve been trying to express my opinion for days. I wonder if it was a glowing, positive review if it would be accepted.

    I won’t talk about the story, only to say that where the first game was a narrative masterpiece, this game is revoltingly weak in its narrative. At a time when Sony censored Japanese games with an anime style that dares to expose midriffs, here they are fully happy to endorse nonconsensual sex and torture that should really give this game an Adult rating. The puzzle elements and set piece encounters that made the first installment so memorable are gone. Replaced with the opportunity to kill doggos as graphically as possible. The story is weak, cliche, and political. The gameplay is watered down. The graphics are the only positive in the experience. Save yourself some heartache and play a game that was made to be /fun/. Maybe a nice golfing simulator.    … Expand
  12. HonestlyTeaWell
    Jul 9, 2020
    0
    What a way to end the franchise...in the first 2 hours of the game by totally ignored the character personality from the first game.
  13. m_f_sousa
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    Played the game twice so far. Just as amazing as the first one, Naughty Dog knows what they’re doing.
  14. Lazardus
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This sequel really leaves a lasting impression. Gameplay was exceptional and the Art Direction was top notch. The amount of detail in this game was just insane. As for the story line, I can't see it any other way. There was something special here folks. The emotional rollercoaster ride was something I couldn't even imagine.
    There is so much hate from players that did not understand the multilayered and complexity of the story. Looking forward to replaying this a 3rd time on the PS5! Bravo Naughty Dog! Thanks for not doing a predictable linear storyline    … Expand
  15. Isangkembot
    Jul 9, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I know it's just a freakin' game and should put aside my emotions when rating but I found the game very very depressing when compared to the first game. I don't mind the ultra-brutality of the gameplay but in the story, there is tragedy after tragedy after tragedy and it almost never stops. And i must admit that when Joel died I got really depressed. Characters die one after another. There is not a moment of relief or even a glimpse of it because as you play the game you can already assume that everything will end bitterly.

    To a newcomer of this game I would likely recommend this but to those who have played and loved The Last of Us Part I, I give this warning that this sequel is something that may probably devastate you. But if you are brave enough, be sure to try this one and if you are not then pretend that this sequel does not exist at all and Joel and Ellie are still living peacefully ever after.

    Respect and Peace!    … Expand
  16. retroboi
    Jul 9, 2020
    8
    I liked the game, not as good as the first one, of course, but to me, I still find it enjoyable. A revision of the story would be nice, though. The gameplay’s more fluid and fun. Overall, not a masterpiece, but an alright game.
  17. Vini2611
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    O jogo é rico em jogabilidade,gráficos e história. Uns do melhores exclusivos do PS4!
  18. Tronquetete
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    Excelente me encantó la trama y la historia de tristeza y acción muy recomendable el juego
  19. 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
  20. ahmed_13m
    Jul 9, 2020
    9
    افضل لعبة من جميع النواحي من ناحية الجيم بلي فلم العب لعبة بروعتها من ناحية الاعداء لم ارى اعداء بذكاء اعدائها من ناحية القصة الجميلة والمؤثرة من ناحية الساوندتراك الاسطوري والذي يؤدي الى التوتر والخوف في بعض الاحيان . شكرا نوتي دوغافضل لعبة من جميع النواحي من ناحية الجيم بلي فلم العب لعبة بروعتها من ناحية الاعداء لم ارى اعداء بذكاء اعدائها من ناحية القصة الجميلة والمؤثرة من ناحية الساوندتراك الاسطوري والذي يؤدي الى التوتر والخوف في بعض الاحيان . شكرا نوتي دوغ
  21. Imanmsh
    Jul 5, 2020
    6
    The last of us part 2 is a good game with breaking all the rules. It is not a bad thing in fact its good that a big company let that happen. But in that case we need a very very good ending which sadly this game didn't have.
    When I ended the last of us 1 I bended for that game and the last of us 1 was a masterpiece for me.
    But in the end of the last of us part 2 only thing what I did was    The last of us part 2 is a good game with breaking all the rules. It is not a bad thing in fact its good that a big company let that happen. But in that case we need a very very good ending which sadly this game didn't have.
    When I ended the last of us 1 I bended for that game and the last of us 1 was a masterpiece for me.
    But in the end of the last of us part 2 only thing what I did was to be silent
    I didn't know what should l say about this game because the game wasn't bad at all its a good game and by the way it wasn't a masterpiece and the end of the game disappointed me
    If you don't care about what the last of us 1 was you should play this game but if you really loved part 1 l thing its better you don't play part 2
    Last but not least I want to say if the last of us 1 didn't exist this game didn't sell 4 million dollars    … Expand
  22. Masonde
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    The Last of Us Part 2 takes everything that made the first game a masterpiece and pushes it forward in great new ways. It evolves the gameplay to become more kinetic and intense. The story plays with a range of all your emotions. It’s not afraid to make you happy, upset, uncomfortable, or to let you think about what just happened. The characters in the game give you new and old faces toThe Last of Us Part 2 takes everything that made the first game a masterpiece and pushes it forward in great new ways. It evolves the gameplay to become more kinetic and intense. The story plays with a range of all your emotions. It’s not afraid to make you happy, upset, uncomfortable, or to let you think about what just happened. The characters in the game give you new and old faces to bring life to let you see the different viewpoints they all have. Naughty Dog delivers another great game, and when everything is added together, it adds up to another generation-defining masterpiece.… Expand
  23. TyeWanderer
    Jul 9, 2020
    2
    Graphics are the only redeeming quality in this game. Naughty Dogs pulled a full on GOT on this game. Don’t waste your money
  24. Mackiesmac
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    The games truly fantastic, but can it live up to the first game? No, sequels never can! But it was a hell of a lot of fun to play. I’m glad to see the average score is rising for the game, because there are a lot of butt hurt toxic ‘fans’ out there, down voting this masterpiece because of some dark story telling choices and some political themes they don’t agree with.
  25. Mighty_Sparta
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    An absolute master class in gaming. The story the characters the atmosphere is fantastic. I played spoiler free and it was a ride start to finish. The game definitely has some uncomfortable viewing but it makes you feel for the characters. Some of the pacing won't be to everyone's tastes and aspects of the story people disagreed with . I personally loved the narrative and felt itAn absolute master class in gaming. The story the characters the atmosphere is fantastic. I played spoiler free and it was a ride start to finish. The game definitely has some uncomfortable viewing but it makes you feel for the characters. Some of the pacing won't be to everyone's tastes and aspects of the story people disagreed with . I personally loved the narrative and felt it represents what the characters went through and consequences for actions taken within the game universe.

    You are doing yourself a disservice for not playing this game based on review bombs and spoilers leaks . Don't miss out on game of the year!    … Expand
  26. HJGer
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Was worried about all the negatives reviews, but the story did get me hooked and I understood what they wanted to do making you play Abby AFTER playing with Ellie, understanding the motives after the “bad actions” took place. Great game!… Expand
  27. misslety
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    One of the best games I've ever played. Amazing characters, story.... Everything! I've loved this game. Thanks Naughty Dog. A true art!
  28. Yukiyun
    Jul 9, 2020
    0
    Just awful, need to redo this terrible game and you're better off just playing the first game then this trash
  29. nyleahs1
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    A really great game. A must play for this generation. The setting, the feel, the emotion. They just nailed it.
  30. Fabian507
    Jun 21, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Me desagrado la historia, su desarrollo y su final, muy poco acertado para las espectativas de sus jugadores, buenos gráficos y todo pero en éstos juegos que se centran en la narrativa no pueden tener un fallo así… 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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