The Last of Us Part II

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  1. VRoovers
    Jul 13, 2020
    10
    Outstanding game! Anyone who downrates this game because of the characters or story are just ridiculous and narrow minded. The range of emotion this sequel brings forth is on another level to gaming. It will keep you guessing until the very end and will have your jaw constantly dropping in awe at how stunningly and horrifying this apocalyptic earth has become. It is beyond me how peopleOutstanding game! Anyone who downrates this game because of the characters or story are just ridiculous and narrow minded. The range of emotion this sequel brings forth is on another level to gaming. It will keep you guessing until the very end and will have your jaw constantly dropping in awe at how stunningly and horrifying this apocalyptic earth has become. It is beyond me how people could possibly rate this lower than an 8.… Expand
  2. milloy9
    Jul 16, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I avoided all spoilers of the last of us 2.

    I took my time to play it through around 33 hours until completion.

    I finished it a week ago and I can’t stop thinking about the game. So I looked at the many reviews positive and negative.

    In my personal opinion some of the hot topics a certain death, a certain playable character and the overall story need discussion.

    The death - didn’t have a problem with it I thought it drove the story

    Abby - she was awesome, first 30 mins I was like why am I playing as Abby but I loved the change of pace and in the end I didn’t know what I wanted

    Story - at the time I was so engrossed I absolutely loved the story. Upon reflection some criticisms are ok, I’m ok with Mel being pregnant for example but it was weird that she went out on patrol. Overall I think the heavy criticisms are in general not fair.

    Side note - the game play is improved, graphics improved and the game is really fun. Side note - rat king was awesome.

    Side note - loved the time line! For me it’s a 9 because it was close to perfect just some story holes that I was happy to overlook / didn’t notice.    … Expand
  3. StolidJosh
    Jul 13, 2020
    10
    Great gameplay that builds upon the previous game with added movement actions like jumping, dodgimg and prone. Seamless stealth and action with well integrated and creative environmental puzzles (largely thanks to the amazing rope physics.)

    The graphics are amazing, one of the best looking games on PS4. They're really pushing the PS4 Pro hardware to it's limits and it shows. Very    Great gameplay that builds upon the previous game with added movement actions like jumping, dodgimg and prone. Seamless stealth and action with well integrated and creative environmental puzzles (largely thanks to the amazing rope physics.)

    The graphics are amazing, one of the best looking games on PS4. They're really pushing the PS4 Pro hardware to it's limits and it shows.

    Very bold and ambitious storytelling that aims to challenge people personal biases by subverting expectations and I believe it's done very well.

    Some of the best characterization in a video game. Hyper realistic characters with lots of emotional depth. Really fantastic writing.

    The way most people are criticizing this game is very shallow and reactionary. I think there are valid criticisms about the game. Not necessarily all ones that I will agree completely with but more valid ones nonetheless.

    I understand if the game if the game is too grim for some people's liking. That’s going to be a preference thing and people have different thresholds for that. It's a sad, feel bad kind of game but it's also beautiful too.

    I know this is not a story many wanted.

    I had no story that I wanted. I like my expectations subverted when done well and for the most part I think they did do it well.

    I think it's one of the best, most ambitious games ever made.    … Expand
  4. Writica
    Jul 13, 2020
    4
    This game is not a 0 or a 10. Not garbage but definitely not a masterpiece. The only thing you prove by saying this is the greatest game of all time is that you haven’t played the first one. I don’t think many people expected Joel to live. Troy Baker has stated on multiple occasions that he wanted him to die in the first one. No one thought he would die in such a senseless way though. ItThis game is not a 0 or a 10. Not garbage but definitely not a masterpiece. The only thing you prove by saying this is the greatest game of all time is that you haven’t played the first one. I don’t think many people expected Joel to live. Troy Baker has stated on multiple occasions that he wanted him to die in the first one. No one thought he would die in such a senseless way though. It would’ve been much more meaningful if he had deserved it. The game would like you to think he did but in order for that to be true you have to disregard why he killed Abby’s father in the first place. Abby’s father wanted to cut open Ellie (killing her in the process) to find a cure. Putting aside the obvious reasons why it’s wrong to kill a 14 year old girl the first game tells you through notes that they’ve tried the same procedure on other people they thought were immune before but it didn’t work. This game conveniently throws all that out the window. Instead they would like you to believe the fireflies were good people and not the fanatic paramilitary organization they were in the first one. Not many people have pointed this out in their reviews so I felt I should touch on this specifically. In short there’s a lack of continuity. There’s a long list of other examples of this and other criticisms to be had with the plot but you can scroll down for those. That being said graphics are gorgeous, gameplay in general is improved. Upgrading is better, silencers, melee combat, animations, and the music is nice too. Accessibility controls are a nice touch too but they’re not that groundbreaking.

    I would recommend you play the first one. Skip this one or wait until it’s marked down by half or even lower. Definitely not worth the 60 dollar pricetag    … Expand
  5. MrWindu
    Jul 13, 2020
    10
    what a masterpiece, best game i've ever played for sure, story, character design was on point. Sure, everyone has their own perspective on the story, you just don't experience your own story, but someone else's. And that is what makes this game so great. You experience the story through the eyes of an independent person, without you really having any influence on the decisions of thewhat a masterpiece, best game i've ever played for sure, story, character design was on point. Sure, everyone has their own perspective on the story, you just don't experience your own story, but someone else's. And that is what makes this game so great. You experience the story through the eyes of an independent person, without you really having any influence on the decisions of the characters, it is Ellies and Abby's story and not ours. Guess a lot of people don't get it right or don't understand the meaning behind it, too bad.… Expand
  6. Adequately
    Jul 13, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Game play -
    - I personally really enjoyed the game play. It was a sequel so I do not really understand people wanting different game play aspects although I may be misinterpreting what they are actually complaining about.
    - They added enough features for me for it to be refreshing, but similar in most aspects.
    - I love the stealth in this game and how I can basically sneak past enemies in most situations, but having the consequence of not having looted them.
    - The fluidity of grabbing objects and quick throwing was something I have not personally experienced in any other game and I love that. (Know that I play little single player games)
    - I generally aim for platinum in story games and I will replay the game to get all of the collectibles, but I do not like collecting these things. I could really care less for cards, letters and coins, and it ruins the immersion for me. That being said, none of the collectibles had to be collected during boss fights, during chasing scenes, or places where you have to time it right. I appreciate this as I do not have to be reading Johnny's final letter of wanting a sock for Christmas. I understand that it allows for a reminder of civilization and people's old lives or whatever but I do not want to take time off exploring and fighting to be reading.
    - Each kill is so satisfying and can be so grotesque and I love it. The extended period of choking someone only to finally snap their necks is disgusting and actually makes me reflect on how desensitized I am to violence in games. That didn't stop me from completing the mission, but it did make me think (which I think was their intention).
    - Having the enemies cry out their friend's names as I kill them was a nice added touch but I did not notice it too much.

    Story - Random Order Sorry

    - I did not find the relationship between Ellie and Dina forced.
    - I loved the fact that Joel died early, as I felt just as Ellie was feeling at that moment.
    - I have never felt as the protagonist was feeling throughout the story in any other game.
    - I did not understand the whole need for there to be Dina and Ellie smoking weed.
    - I do not think that the Abby and Owen sex scene was at all necessary for the plot.
    - I felt the anger with Ellie and wanted each participant of Joel's death to die and I was satisfied enough for killing them but also felt the need for more vengeance.
    - I am a bit conflicted with the whole Abby half of the story. By the end of it, I still wanted Ellie to win the fight, but at the very least I understand Abby's anger despite me still not liking her. (Which I'm fairly certain met Naughty Dog's vision and criteria).
    - I would have preferred for there to not be a Day 1 for Abby because I found none of that day memorable. I honestly can't remember what happened then. I would have liked for Abby's story to start at the hanging scene. The main reason I feel like I forgot about Day 1 Abby is because I was still processing and waiting for the game to return to the theater as I was desperate to know what happened.
    - The whole Seth thing at the start was okay and I was fine not knowing how it happened. When we actually get to the dance scene, I found it a bit forced and odd.
    - I was initially sad that I thought Ellie had forgotten about Joel and moved on with Dina and J.J. on a farm. I was happy to know that Ellie hadn't forgotten and actually has P.T.S.D. When her previous journey was out of rage, her journey from the farm and back to Ellie was more out of desperation. The fact that she can't sleep or eat and has had episodes which can be a risk for the family, she is desperate for some sort of closure. (So my point is I like this storytelling).
    - I found it odd that after Jesse's death, and all of Abby's friend's death, they are never mentioned again. The only thing I can think of is that it is just another day in the post-apocalyptic world and that this is a normal reaction to death being so desensitized to it. Even so, I don't think it was well shown as the reason for this.
    - I am glad that some of the deaths like Jesse was quick because I do not want every character to have a dramatic death. Some of those quick deaths added to the shock value.
    - I really like the overall themes and ideas of this story. I was satisfied with beating her up at the beach, but also appreciated that she let her live because of the memory of Joel and theme of forgiveness.
    - Tommy left Jackson without Ellie to protect her. When he arrived back with Ellie and Jesse to the theater, he was content with letting Abby live, until she came back and killed Jesse, got shot in the face, and lost his relationship with Maria. By the time of the farm, he is in the same state Ellie was previously.
    Other -
    - The accessibility options in the game are of something like never before. So many options to assist visually impaired, individuals difficulty of hearing, mobility impaired, and quality of life options are a step in the right direction.    … Expand
  7. Jesner
    Jul 13, 2020
    10
    El segundo mejor juego para mi en la consola ps4 los gráficos la historia me gusto un súper juego mis respetos para los creadores una que otra cosita no me gusto pero mmmm no es para que no le diera el 100% de mi voto en cuanto para mi gusto uno de los mejores juegos de la play 4 súper contento satisfecho del inicio al final !!!!!
  8. Kmarusek
    Jul 13, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It’s a perfect game, don’t care what anyone says. These people who are dogging on this game just can’t handle anything if it’s not predictable or a fairytale with a happy ending. **** those people, read more books learn to lose and learn to experience emotion good or bad. The game is a masterpiece.… Expand
  9. KotoVadim
    Jul 13, 2020
    10
    Best game. Emotionally very hard game. It shows the essence of people in difficult times. I played the whole game with my mouth open. I recommend to go through part 1 first
  10. charrao
    Jul 13, 2020
    10
    Jogo lindo demais, história perfeita,faz vc torce tanto para Ellie não morrer nem abby, fiquei com o cu na mao no final do jogo kkkk
  11. ToommyAkd
    Jul 13, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Este juego es una obra maestra, su jugabilidad, graficos, y su muy criticada historia te dejan ver lo que es un juego de verdad, que por mas que vos quieras las cosas no van a ser como decis, este juego es muy completo, el gameplay es fluido, dinamico, con muchisimos detalles que cuando pensas lo bien hecho que está, por que al fin y al cabo esos pequeños detalles como las zapatillas manchadas de sangre cuando pasas por encima de un enemigo abatido o el detalle de dispararle a un puente y que pequeños pedazos de concreto del puente caigan al agua dando un efecto TAN real hacen que este juego te ponga en otra atmosfera con sus graficos y fisicas. En cuanto a historia lo que no me gusto es el excesivo gameplay con Abby, que esta bien por que lo que quiere naughty dog es hacerte empatizar con ella, pero en mi opinion si hubieran reducido el gameplay con ella un 50% hubiera sido mejor para todos, se hace muy largo y agotador jugar tanto tiempo con ella. En cuanto a la muerte de Joel, es el detonante del juego, sin su muerte no hay historia, esta mas que bien que joel no muera de forma heroica por que al fin y al cabo es un mundo post apocalíptico, donde no hay buenos y malos, solo gente que se dedica a sobrevivir. Terminando con esta critica, es el juego de la decada en mi opinion, una lastima que haya gente tan estupida que no pueda ver la grandeza de este juego solo por que las cosas no salen como ellos quieren.… Expand
  12. apeyton05
    Jul 13, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Before writing, I want to make it clear, there are spoilers. Also, my opinion is my opinion. I would love to have a discussion with you as long as it stays civil. Also, my opinion really doesn’t matter, it’s the internet for gods sake! I will be splitting this into 4 parts. I’m gonna refer to choice as a big theme by the way. I liked the idea from Left Behind in part 1. 1. Joel’s Death. Ah yes, the main talking point of this game besides the ending. Joel’s death was harsh and brutal, yet deserving. Not everyone deserves a heroes death, and Joel wasn’t exactly a good person. He robbed, he smuggled, he killed, and took away humanity’s last chance for prosperity. That being said, it sucked, enough to make me cry, but it felt right, no matter how horrible it was. Nothing can be a perfect death, or a happy ending. Joel’s death and the way it happened was warranted. It tells me that this is truly the apocalypse. You can’t expect a girl like Abby who saw her father dead on the floor in the hospital to be soft and empathetic. She’s ruthless, and I love it. Now though I miss Joel, his death scene truly was heartbreaking but he surely didn’t deserve what most would call a heroic ending.

    2. Seattle

    Seattle to me was beautiful, and the mini stories told there gave it life. But, to keep it short, it was fairly repetitive. Leave theater, explore, find a way through here, kill a couple of infected or bad guys, explore more, kill more, have a small encounter, such as the one with Jesse, escape dramatically, rinse and repeat. To me, I enjoyed Seattle with Abby more than Ellie. Abby’s was a lot more clever to me, and had some different encounters. 2.5
    I lied, here’s a small extra part. The flashbacks, with both Abby and Ellie were outstanding. It really filled gaps I didn’t even know I had. 3. The fight scene with Ellie and Abby.

    Bridging the stories together after doing two individual sections, when Abby finds the theater and takes Tommy hostage and kills Jesse, the fight scene that ensues was fun, but a little lack luster. I wish it could’ve had some choice to it. Such as, choose to be Abby or Ellie. If you choose Abby, do you kill Dina and die from QTEs or kill her and live or do neither and die? (etc.) Or can you choose Ellie and kill Abby, making the farm scene the last scene of the game. I think a little more though could’ve been put in.

    3.5. I lied again. I’m gonna talk about the farm scene here instead of 4. I wish you could have some more choice here. Choose to stay with Dina or leave? I think it would’ve been interesting.

    4. Santa Barbara. The ending. Probably my favorite portion of the game. The environment is amazing. But why? As said in 3.5, why come here? Why choose to lose it all? But still, the idea is interesting. I’m gonna skip to the end of it to save time. The final fight scene was, interesting. Again, some choice here would’ve made sense. Kill Abby? Either way, the ending plays out. Ellie returns to an empty home, tries to play guitar, but can’t. The ending is heart wrenching and made me cry quite a bit. Saying how that was basically the most important, in my eyes, thing Joel ever gave Ellie. It leaves me with questions; where did Dina go? Where did Ellie go? What happened with Abby and Lev? What happened with JJ? All of these are something I want to see in a DLC or even a third game if possible.

    My final rating. I give this game a 9.4/10. The game was phenomenal, and the story was amazing. To those who don’t understand the story, please think deeper than the surface. It makes so much more sense. The overwhelming urge to kill Abby and everyone there in Jackson during Joel’s death, completely extinguished as flashbacks of Joel tell Ellie to stop. This is the most powerful game I have played in years. I really do hope this game recovers from the review bombs and I hope we see a wrap up to Abby and Lev and Dina Ellie and JJ. Thank you if you read this through. I appreciate it a lot. l    … Expand
  13. CRAUDER
    Jul 13, 2020
    9
    Tuve que ver varios analisis para entenderlo, es verdaderamente un buen juego tanto en graficos como jugavilidad e historia.
    Ésta ultima es la que a muchas personas las deja desconformes, pero como dije antes, tuve que ver varios analisis del juego de parte de muchas personas. Las emociones que quiere transmitir son bien logradas y siendo sincero lo hizo perfecto. Lo que considero "malo"    Tuve que ver varios analisis para entenderlo, es verdaderamente un buen juego tanto en graficos como jugavilidad e historia.
    Ésta ultima es la que a muchas personas las deja desconformes, pero como dije antes, tuve que ver varios analisis del juego de parte de muchas personas. Las emociones que quiere transmitir son bien logradas y siendo sincero lo hizo perfecto. Lo que considero "malo" es tanto la narrativa como algunas situaciones incomodas o forzadas, pero en lo general me encantó y condidero que superó a su primera entrega. Buen juego.    … Expand
  14. sina9696
    Jul 13, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. i like the game specially the story of it. actually after playing this game you can feel the game and it is enjoyable. good luck naughty dog and i hope to have another last of us,… Expand
  15. nolikeurrating
    Jul 13, 2020
    10
    Beautiful writing of the story told with amazing graphics, music and voice acting.
  16. Robvdleek
    Jul 13, 2020
    10
    What an unbelievable thrillride. Made me experience things I haven't before in any other game.
  17. Patsox07
    Jul 13, 2020
    10
    This game is amazing. The work that NaughtyDog put into creating the story and gameplay is well worth the cost of buying this game new.
  18. JTMullen7
    Jul 13, 2020
    10
    Absolutely beautiful game filled with an emotional story and addicting gameplay. The story is so gripping from start to finish. One of my top 3 favorite games ever.
  19. Gustavomoratti
    Jul 13, 2020
    9
    Muy buen juego no le doy el diez por qué nada en la vida es perfecto pero todo bien
  20. Dylan417
    Jul 13, 2020
    9
    Production values that suggest Naughty Dog are in a league of their own. Intense, kinetic gameplay. A polarizing story that still has me thinking, then, rethinking. Its length and story structure are questionable, but The Last of Us Part II is an experience like few others.
  21. piCaSso-LM
    Jul 13, 2020
    10
    Game is very good ! I am delighted! Sanks to Sony and Naughty dog for this masterpies! You are best!
  22. AnaisMarcel
    Sep 5, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A phenomenal fiasco who can't live up to the first game. I couldn't stop comparing it to TLOU 1 while playing and got so disappointed. Killing off one major character for shock value just to "launch" that **** revenge story. No hope in this game, just anxiety and depression. The characters weren't loveable, even those we knew from the first game. Oh wait, the only characters I cared about were Tommy and Owen. Critics aren't objective about this game and it makes me sick. And no, this game is far from being a masterpiece with tons of plot holes. It's an okay game at best. And it's definitely not GOTY. Now no wonders why everyone on ND abandoned ship! Not buying any more games from them, as they keep trolling fans on social media instead of just taking criticism and make better games.… Expand
  23. AndryOsminin
    Jul 14, 2020
    10
    The best I've ever played. The project is comparable to large series. even at the end of the game after 30 hours of gameplay it’s not annoying. Break through to tears in the finals. Great game. THANKS TO THE DEVELOPERS.
  24. Neofuryan
    Jul 14, 2020
    5
    Last of US 1 était aboutit avec un scénario simple éfficace et touchant.
    Ici vengeance et haine ne trouvent réel aboutissement .......... comme les héroines a la fin la vengeance tombe a l'eau !
    Les images et idées pseudo-progressistes du jeu ne servent ni ce dernier ni son scénario. Si il y a une part 3 il faut espérer que Mr Druckmann ne fasse plus partie du projet ......... Choses    Last of US 1 était aboutit avec un scénario simple éfficace et touchant.
    Ici vengeance et haine ne trouvent réel aboutissement .......... comme les héroines a la fin la vengeance tombe a l'eau !
    Les images et idées pseudo-progressistes du jeu ne servent ni ce dernier ni son scénario.
    Si il y a une part 3 il faut espérer que Mr Druckmann ne fasse plus partie du projet .........
    Choses positives du jeux les graphismes magnifiques, sound design parfait, animations superbes et noirceur du scénario qui cadre avec ce milieu apocalyptique.    … Expand
  25. Joelmiller777
    Jul 14, 2020
    10
    Good game its the most perfect game in this generation! Not for everyone but its a masterpiece.
  26. SquallRobson
    Jul 14, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Its my personal game of the year, it has amazing details and a dense and deep story that made me feel for them
    Its AMAZING    … Expand
  27. Fred2good
    Jul 14, 2020
    10
    Great game, great story and well worth the wait. A true testament to the hard work of the team at naughty dog.
  28. Nedington
    Jul 14, 2020
    10
    Fantastic game that is up there with the first game, awesome graphics and great story.
  29. Okami2B
    Jul 14, 2020
    10
    Não acho melhor que o primeiro por conta da nostálgia mas certamente foi bem mais aperfeiçoado e são os melhores gráficos que já vi em um console
  30. GEW
    Jul 14, 2020
    10
    One of the most moving and enthralling games I have ever played. Just as good as the first one. I'm not sure why people are saying it's a bad game, it's incredible!
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  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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