The Last of Us Part II

 PlayStation 4
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5.8

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  1. endure-survive
    Jul 3, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game epitomizes what the “The Last of Us” franchise is all about. It’s against the grain, and it’s designed to make you uncomfortable. There are no heroes (if you thought Joel was one, you’re delusional), only survivors with checkered pasts.

    The characters and relationships are what drive this series. Even those new additions with little to no backstory, like Dina and Jessie. They did an incredible job making every character seem deeply human and complex, which has always been a strength of their’s. The story itself was so real. Naughty Dog created something that we can connect to as human beings. The moral battles they force us to fight are equal parts excruciating and exciting. And it’s mentally exhausting, in the best way possible. Put yourself in Abby’s shoes and tell me you wouldn’t do the same to Joel. Ditto with Ellie and the masses of WLF soldiers she slaughtered. They both had their reasons, and we’re not allowed to judge one without judging the other.

    This was an emotional experience. One with far fewer ups than downs. But it was hauntingly beautiful.



    If you wanted a happy ending, you learned nothing from the first game.    … Expand
  2. DarkLegionnaire
    Jul 3, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The Last of Us Part II is a game that received a lot of criticism over its story. Some of it coming from a place of love and grief over losing Joel; some of it from anger at having to play part of the game as Abby - the girl that killed Joel. However, most of it just seems to be coming from people that have an animus toward either NaughtyDog, Neil Druckman or Sony. I have one question to everyone in the latter camp - if another studio, director, corporation developed this game would you have the same feelings about it? It all seems a bit manufactured at this point to me. All the outrage, all the bad review scores, the videos of people getting bent out of shape and rage quitting/trashing the game over its story or gameplay - it’s getting old. So here is my informed opinion on why this game is great. First, the story - let’s get it out of the way. Yes, Joel dies; yes, you play as his killer - Abby. None of that makes the story, or the game inherently bad. You might not like the fact Joel dies, you might not like being put into the shoes of Abby, but everything in the game works to craft a compelling narrative experience. Playing the game is essential to appreciating the story in this case as well; you have to be the one engaged in the action, controlling the characters and experiencing their joy, pain and loss right alongside them. Sharing in their triumphs and failures brings you closer to them, just like in TLoU. If you just passively watch the game’s cinematics instead of experiencing them after controlling the characters to that point, you miss out on the attachment you form... The bond you build. Even for me to describe my experience with the story would be too much to detail here. Instead, I will try to be brief; the story is one that is better experienced by actually playing through the game rather than reading a review of one persons opinions or watching someone else play the game just so you can see what happens next. Seriously, you may come away loving the story (as I did) or maybe you get done and you absolutely hate it (or possibly something in between). Either way you owe it to yourself to come to a conclusion on your own with respect to the story. Honestly, it is going to come down to your taste for stories like this. Next is the gameplay, all I have to say here is it is better in every way over the first one. Shooting feels improved with better hit and kill indicators, less general sway to weapons when aiming, expanded and improved crafting, character skills and weapon upgrading. Environments are more beautiful with so much more details packed into every square block of downtown Seattle. Enemies show entrance and exit wounds after being shot, especially in the head. Throw an explosive at them and they will probably be torn apart as legs and viscera go flying all around. These violent expressions are probably why the combat/gunplay feels so damn fun. You relish scavenging for supplies because you know it means you will get more parts to upgrade your weapons; or maybe you find supplements that give you new abilities to keep a healthy supply of bombs and trap mines crafted and in you inventory. Not to mention this game has the most extensive accessibility and gameplay customization options I have ever seen. It is basically designed to be playable even if you are deaf and blind... So yeah. This game does so much better for the actual gameplay. I think this is not debatable at all. So if you are a fan of the gameplay in the first title, this one will leave you breathless and yearning for more. Overall, the game does play somewhat differently from the first, but there is enough in common, that it makes you feel right at home. I will try to wrap this up with some of my favorite things that the game delivered for me. 1. Incredible story that griped me and had me exploring my emotions and re-evaluating my stance on characters. 2. Combat is beautifully violent and such a pleasure to start mastering to develop your own tactical approach to encounters. 3. The music is so sharp and only serves to enhance the tone and attitude the game is evoking. 4. Top notch environments with stunning scenery, characters and graphics. This game will hold the spot as favorite so far this year. So I really hope this helps you decide on whether to pick it up or not. If you do/did and the story is wearing on you, understand it is supposed to, but if you really don’t like it - I am sorry. I know it might not be for everyone, but thankfully you can skip cutscenes and pretend it didn’t happen. Now if you don’t like the gameplay/were only in it for the story... this is your cue to avoid the game then. Hopefully, if that’s the case, you didn’t commit to buying it outright and just rented a copy/borrowed from a friend. I seriously love this game and hope with time people go back and revisit it with a fresh perspective and give the story a chance; I think there will be a newfound love for TLoU pt II… Expand
  3. Drreester
    Jul 3, 2020
    8
    As much as I tried to hate on this game I just couldn't the Abby character grew on me and the game showed brilliantly that there's 2 sides to every story. Not as good as uncharted but a nice game altogether
  4. shashlomaha
    Jul 6, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. В целом, игра вполне неплоха. Да конечно не все действия персонажей полностью оправданы, да и сюжет у игры точно не лучше чем у первой части. Но это стоит того. Вопреки тому что везде пишут, это не история о мести, а скорее боле утраты и о смирению с ней , Эбби потеряла отца и друзей, Элли потеряла Джоэла и Джесси. обе они хотели прикончить друг друга но в итоге смирились с утратой друзей и поняв что ничего не изменить отпустили друг друга. на мой взгляд игра не плоха, и заслуживает 9 баллов.… Expand
  5. Chester66Cry
    Jul 3, 2020
    10
    Melhor jogo da era Playstation 4 , um jogo que traz todos os sentimentos ao longo do game .
  6. Christian_0
    Jul 3, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The storyline is amazing, this one of the best game in my life, so when it finished i was so sad because i knew that i couldn't see more episodes of TLOU… Expand
  7. Diegoj
    Jul 3, 2020
    9
    Contrary to what a lot of people may want you to believe, The Last of Us Pt. 2 is a great game. Even though it is definetely flawed, particularly showing some pace issues during it's second act, it's strong points are just too strong to ignore. Gameplay is both fun and extremely tense all through out, and its story is compelling once you take the time to really pay attention and analyzeContrary to what a lot of people may want you to believe, The Last of Us Pt. 2 is a great game. Even though it is definetely flawed, particularly showing some pace issues during it's second act, it's strong points are just too strong to ignore. Gameplay is both fun and extremely tense all through out, and its story is compelling once you take the time to really pay attention and analyze all it's little details. And if you are into cinema, you surely will appreciate all the hard work put into crafting it's scenes, as these show some of the best acting and directing ever put on a videogame, as well as a beautiful (and depressing) world.

    It is definetely not for everyone, as some of the risks it takes don't really work out in the end (also, one could definetely tell it's maker's political views while playing the game, which could make the experience less enjoyable if you don't agree with these views) . Still, don't let all the online hate and tired, old memes stop you from trying out an awesome game (some people do have their legit reasons to dislike it, but most seem to just be sheeps riding the hate-wagon).    … Expand
  8. nazar4onok
    Jul 3, 2020
    10
    Начну с того, что она совсем отличается от первой части. Да это прямое продолжение, но по повествованию она в разы уступает оригиналу. То что в эту игру приплели лгбт - никаким образом не портило мне игру, только перекачанная Эбби первые часы немного раздражала. Игра отличная и подарила мне кучу эмоций. Повествование делится на 2 части, и как по мне, первая половина сильно проигрываетНачну с того, что она совсем отличается от первой части. Да это прямое продолжение, но по повествованию она в разы уступает оригиналу. То что в эту игру приплели лгбт - никаким образом не портило мне игру, только перекачанная Эбби первые часы немного раздражала. Игра отличная и подарила мне кучу эмоций. Повествование делится на 2 части, и как по мне, первая половина сильно проигрывает второй и она достаточно затянутая, но в целом она у меня оставила только положительные эмоции. Лично я не чувствовал, что меня заставляют делать то, что мне не нравится, как некоторые пишут, мне наоборот было очень интересно наблюдать за происходящим на экране. Все геймплейные механики выточены на ура, работа проведена колоссальная. Деталей куча. Управление героем ощущается на каком то невероятно тактильном уровне, я прям чувствовал каждое движение Элли, каждый шаг. Отдача от оружия чувствуеца на кончиках пальцев, удары ближнего боя э мега сочные и прекрасно поставленные, от самих приемов до операторского ракурса, все великолепно. Атмосфера.. Атмосфера передана великолепно, особенно пугающие места здесь сделаны просто потрясно. После каждого боя с зараженными, выходил с трясущимися руками. Сюжет к сожалению может многих разочаровать, но как по мне он хоть и уступает оригиналу, но не в коем случае не плох. Вторая половина игры, заставила меня испытать кучу эмоций, а концовка вывела на долгие размышления. После прохождения я понял на сколько все в этой игре получили по заслугам, и каждый ответил за свои действия. Я рекомендую эту игру, но строго не рекомендую ожидать много от нее, иначе можно совсем разочаровываться!… Expand
  9. nubster2000
    Jul 3, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I really loved the concept of switching out characters mid game. I got to understand the perspective of the "villiian" and realise that she was just the same as Ellie. So many people leaving bad reviews just can't get past the black and white / good guy / bad guy separation. Maybe move on from Disney and open your mind to something a bit more grown up.

    The gameplay was a bit too similar to the original but the world was just gorgeous. I found it a lot harder to get past some of the bosses than the original too.

    The story was really well done - it was a roller coaster of emotions. If you don't like feeling really really bad and really really sad...maybe not the game for you.    … Expand
  10. ShadowKrueger
    Jul 3, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Everyone forgot what happened to Ellie at the Chapter Winter in the first game. That season changed her and took away a lot of her innocence and love. The story for Part II isn’t perfect and I didn’t like playing as Abby. Ellie is the same character from Part I she lost her innocence before that game even ended. Joel has had to deal with his lie all this time and Ellie knew it as seen in a flashback from the trailer for a second and in gameplay. Ellie’s worst fear was ending up alone and... it happened. I get the split liking and disliking of this game and this is the very first game review I’ve ever posted on Metacritic but I have to say I enjoyed what I witnessed but it wasn’t perfect, but still a good game and good story just not fantastic. And I’ve played the **** out of Part I I’m not even exaggerating when I say I’ve played Part I 16 times and I played it 2 more times in a span of 2 months before Part II dropped. I was ready and had huge refreshes on the story. I also stayed away from the leaks but I did know how Joel died just not when and how fast he did. This is a definite should play all around, define your own opinion on games and media it’s what we all have the ability to do. Judge this game on your own terms, I did. Thank you for reading … Expand
  11. DeexTour
    Jul 3, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Awesome game in all aspects, including gameplay, graphics and story, I definitely recommend it to everyone.… Expand
  12. Morrigame
    Jul 3, 2020
    10
    TLOU 2 became my favourite game. This story did not leave indifferent. So Neil Druckmann thank you for this game.
  13. tommhans
    Jul 3, 2020
    8
    Wow what a dark and brutal but also beautiful game. Naughty dog delivers top notch details as always in the graphics, level design, mocap, animations, gameplay, variation and sound(music and voice acting) etc. Story is very controversial, had some issues for me that i didn't like as much but overall very memorable and interesting. Makes you think twice about killing someone. Had someWow what a dark and brutal but also beautiful game. Naughty dog delivers top notch details as always in the graphics, level design, mocap, animations, gameplay, variation and sound(music and voice acting) etc. Story is very controversial, had some issues for me that i didn't like as much but overall very memorable and interesting. Makes you think twice about killing someone. Had some interesting and nice characters! Absolutely a nice follow up to one of the best games ever made. This is a game that wasn't meant to please every one though(which we can see in the very split user reviews ) Naughty dog took a brave direction with it.… Expand
  14. Criticalreviewe
    Jul 3, 2020
    10
    Got the platinum trophy yesterday
    10/10 story
    10/10 gameplay
    10/10 acting
    Naughty dog games tried something other game developers would never try but now they are getting hate from these stupid close minded fake fans.
  15. Reidcon
    Jul 3, 2020
    9
    Interesting and emotionally complex story that made me question my motivations as a player in the game.
  16. Dante-Bellin
    Jul 3, 2020
    10
    The most brutal and moving Game I've ever played in my 37 Years. A Masterpiece by Naughty Dog that is way ahead of it's time when it comes to storytelling. Technically astonishing.
  17. Pix_L
    Jul 3, 2020
    9
    Противоречивая игра, не всем может понравится из-за того, что будет происходить с ключевыми персонажами. Тем не менее, назвать плохой ее нельзя по объективным причинам: техническое исполнение просто на высоте, анимации хороши, катсцены срежиссированы отлично, геймплейное ядро осталось почти тем же, но обросло многими новыми механиками. Касательно же сюжета, я не нашел в нем проблем, аПротиворечивая игра, не всем может понравится из-за того, что будет происходить с ключевыми персонажами. Тем не менее, назвать плохой ее нельзя по объективным причинам: техническое исполнение просто на высоте, анимации хороши, катсцены срежиссированы отлично, геймплейное ядро осталось почти тем же, но обросло многими новыми механиками. Касательно же сюжета, я не нашел в нем проблем, а сюжет, как и любая академически оцениваемая вещь, до определенной степени может быть оценена без вкусовщины. В целом вся игра дала мне необычный эмоциональный опыт и оно того стоило.… Expand
  18. SuperSmartBro
    Jul 3, 2020
    9
    You will either love or hate this game...

    I didn’t. The Last of Us Part II is a game further removed from its predecessor than any sequel I have ever played. For that reason, some people might fail to connect with the characters and the directions the narrative pushes you, but trust me, it’s worth it. I’ll leave my review here as I don’t want to spoil any story details and I also just    You will either love or hate this game...

    I didn’t.

    The Last of Us Part II is a game further removed from its predecessor than any sequel I have ever played. For that reason, some people might fail to connect with the characters and the directions the narrative pushes you, but trust me, it’s worth it.

    I’ll leave my review here as I don’t want to spoil any story details and I also just reached the minimum word limit.

    Just give it a go!    … Expand
  19. beenightz
    Jul 3, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I love love LOVED this game! The gameplay was engaging and heart pounding. I enjoyed playing as Abby and found her story as captivating as Ellie’s. The symmetry and poetry between the twos stories was heart wrenching. In Haven the entire sequence on horse back had me crying and my palms sweating.

    While mentioning crying I can’t NOT talk about THAT scene. My breath was held the entire time and I could barely see it all through my tears. It was absolutely heartbreaking and I need to commend Ellie’s voiceactress as she did a superb job. I feel that the ending to the game for me was very lacklustre. Everyone was able to find some peace and instead of learning from the vicious cycle of revenge, pain, revenge, pain the story was showing; Ellie leaves her family only to attack Abby at her lowest and then no go through with it??? It felt.... shallow and like it missed the mark. Though I appreciated that they explored actual consequences for actions for Ellie. Overall the game was stunning and the story was gut wrenching, but missed some marks here and there. 9/10    … Expand
  20. my1metacritic
    Jul 3, 2020
    10
    One of the best games Playstation 4 has ever seen. Great work by Naughty Dog.
  21. RobocobraNC
    Jul 3, 2020
    8
    Good game. I am 30 years old. Good gameplay (hard mode) and plot. Now I started playing a new game plus.
  22. Devansh007
    Jul 3, 2020
    10
    The Last Of Us Part 2 is the most artistic masterpiece i have ever laid my hands on.

    The environment and the level design in this game is crafted to such an incredible detail that makes it the most beautiful game on the PS4 right now and yes, even more so than Death Stranding. The enemy AI design is something that is innovated in a never before seen approach which adds new behaviours and    The Last Of Us Part 2 is the most artistic masterpiece i have ever laid my hands on.

    The environment and the level design in this game is crafted to such an incredible detail that makes it the most beautiful game on the PS4 right now and yes, even more so than Death Stranding.

    The enemy AI design is something that is innovated in a never before seen approach which adds new behaviours and they are much more intelligent and cognitive which make you try out different scenarios and continuously change your position.

    Now, let's talk about the story. The story indeed takes a darker turn but still have some very beautiful moments to balance out all the lows. This story captivates the reality and practicality of the situation the characters are in and tough choices they had to make in them. These choices also have consequences that cannot be undone.
    Without spoiling the story, I would just say that the game lays out different perspective of the characters and justifies the path they take.

    This is a very emotional journey that I recommend anyone with a PS4 to experience.    … Expand
  23. Freeman_82
    Jul 3, 2020
    10
    A spectacular game. a masterpiece. A script and direction to match any hollywood super production. A cruel, violent and realistic story brought to a video game. Thank you Naughty for continuing to make this story great. Thank you for not succumbing to "fan service" and bringing us a game of this size. Unfortunately, a game with this depth and such a powerful message is something that mostA spectacular game. a masterpiece. A script and direction to match any hollywood super production. A cruel, violent and realistic story brought to a video game. Thank you Naughty for continuing to make this story great. Thank you for not succumbing to "fan service" and bringing us a game of this size. Unfortunately, a game with this depth and such a powerful message is something that most people don't know how to feel. This game is the best game that has ever been made on PS4 and probably in the history of video games. THANKS FOR THIS EXPERIENCE… Expand
  24. Yerebas91
    Jul 3, 2020
    10
    If it was very bad that the game deviates in theme and he script and plot, does not leave in my opinion, experience with reality, I lived in my own flesh in losing someone important of our family, but I remembered my experience with the game and it is reality, many people stigmatize it as the worst, for me it was a great experience, good This is a great game that makes me see reality andIf it was very bad that the game deviates in theme and he script and plot, does not leave in my opinion, experience with reality, I lived in my own flesh in losing someone important of our family, but I remembered my experience with the game and it is reality, many people stigmatize it as the worst, for me it was a great experience, good This is a great game that makes me see reality and those were great… Expand
  25. Fiskyy
    Jul 3, 2020
    8
    Solid game, not the best... but certainly not the worst. Overall decent experience. (Hard difficulty no modifiers)
  26. TallBoyG
    Jul 3, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. All the people hating on this game are idiots. This game is a complete masterpiece and work of art! The first one was my all-time favorite video game until I played this one. the story and gameplay are so realistic and they actually found a way to make it better than the first one. Genius!… Expand
  27. DevinC01
    Jul 3, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The Last of Us apart 2 makes you question yourself and how you should feel about certain characters and situations in ways rarely seen by video games. It’s a bloody, brutal, and bleak game that is so visceral that you may feel Squeamish with the actions from characters. It’s the most beautiful game I’ve ever played. The lighting, atmosphere, and sound design are absolutely top notch. Naughty dog delivers again with Last of Us Part 2 that I definitely recommend. 10/10 a genuine masterpiece.… Expand
  28. Rouxrep
    Jul 3, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Un juegazo que te lleva a estar en la piel de 2 ámbitos de la sobrevivencia y la venganza, donde te muestra la realidad de algunas personas al intentar olvidar algo difícil de dejar atrás y que al momento del acto de venganza que tanto puede esperar ves que realizando esa acción no llevara a nada… Expand
  29. proocopyn
    Jul 3, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The good story that touch you heart. Even if, we don't want this game, we don't want what there happens, that was awesome!… Expand
  30. VahidQ
    Jul 3, 2020
    10
    It was the best game in terms of story, graphics, and ending I've ever experienced, thanks to Neil Drakeman. (the last of us part ll The best game of the year.)
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Metascore
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Universal acclaim - based on 121 Critic Reviews

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  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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