The Last of Us Part II

 PlayStation 4
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5.8

Mixed or average reviews- based on 161975 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 8,550 out of 161975
  3. Negative: 68,475 out of 161975
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  1. P0jit0h
    Jun 27, 2020
    10
    Amazing game. The graphics are breathtaking, the gameplay is great and every character is just lovable. Naughty Dog has done it again.
  2. CornrowKenny87
    Jun 27, 2020
    10
    Game was phenomenal. It showed me to empathize with certain characters after their story.
  3. KeesInSpace
    Jun 27, 2020
    9
    The Last of Us 2 offers an unforgettable story that I wouldn’t want to have missed. Gameplay is linear and repetitive at times, but the story makes up for it.
  4. Josiah425
    Jun 27, 2020
    9
    The masses are wrong on this one.

    The gameplay is solid. The developers expanded on the gameplay, removed certain aspects that made the pace slower and not as fun like crafting shyvs to kill clickers. The shyv no longer needs to be crafted as we have one that never breaks. The stealth is better with more open areas to stealth through. The music is just as good as the first game. The    The masses are wrong on this one.

    The gameplay is solid. The developers expanded on the gameplay, removed certain aspects that made the pace slower and not as fun like crafting shyvs to kill clickers. The shyv no longer needs to be crafted as we have one that never breaks. The stealth is better with more open areas to stealth through.


    The music is just as good as the first game.

    The story is where everyone fails to see how good this game is. Everything in this games story focuses on the central theme of forgiveness. The game is heavy handed in showing how revenge destroys you as a person. It builds off the last games trope of characters making selfish decisions due to events that happened affecting each character personally. Joel dooms humankind to save a girl that reminds him of his daughter that was killed. His decision in this matter is completely selfish. In the sequel we see a new character abby make a selfish decision based off the act of another joel killing her brother. Much like joel's decision to kill all the fireflies in the first game. This decision affects ellie and causes her to make her own selfish decision that hurts others around her. Through out the game we see ellie grapple with the fact joel made a decision she did not agree with. Ultimately the story is about ellie forgiving joel. But really its about forgiving abby for her sins as well. Its a heartwarming tale about how even if the jury and the judge tells you, you have a right to hold a grudge, you can still forgive.

    The games story is just as good as the first game.    … Expand
  5. dmedd6
    Jun 27, 2020
    0
    Just like with George Lucas and his prequel trilogy, Neil Druckmann has clearly reached a point in his career where everyone around him is quite simply afraid to tell him when he has a bad idea. There's even an anecdote that he himself tells about firing a tester who disagreed with him. Naughty Dog is no longer a scrappy underdog making a name for themselves by delivering fan favorites,Just like with George Lucas and his prequel trilogy, Neil Druckmann has clearly reached a point in his career where everyone around him is quite simply afraid to tell him when he has a bad idea. There's even an anecdote that he himself tells about firing a tester who disagreed with him. Naughty Dog is no longer a scrappy underdog making a name for themselves by delivering fan favorites, it's a corporate behemoth that fuels itself on the misery of its own employees and tells fans what they want instead of giving them what they asked for.… Expand
  6. BuddyLoveNH
    Jun 27, 2020
    10
    Graphics are outstanding, gameplay is ok. The story is a major let down. Also too much slow time in between events. As well as way too short for a full price game.
  7. xJLRFx
    Jun 27, 2020
    10
    One of the most dark games I've ever played. Such a good time I spent playing it. Great difficulty, graphics, and many points of view through a perfect playability. You feel this game in every sense.
  8. Mataman07
    Jun 27, 2020
    10
    Great looking game and gameplay mechanics are insane definitely one of the best of the year for me but I can see how people can be divided about the game especially the story but personally I dig the different take they went and it's done now so there's nothing we can do to change it and I was able to accept it .
  9. RamosRocksUrMom
    Jun 27, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game was NOT a failure in story telling. Joel knew he was a terrible human being in the past and murdered dozens of innocent people along with other evil people. He knew it was a long time coming. Abby is the female version of Joel. She has also killed ruthlessly with no remorse. This game is about ELLIE, ABBY and JOEL and there personal journey of losing everything they love because of their blind rage. This story was used to show us the cycle of violence and how it can literally tear entire societies and families apart. 10/10 for this game. I wish I got to experience Joel and Ellie’s tight relationship on ONE MORE journey though. :,( THANK YOU NEIL, TROY, ASHLEY and NAUGHTY DOG for this MASTERPIEVE… Expand
  10. AR14H
    Jun 27, 2020
    4
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. As much as I wanted to impulsively rate this very low, I will attempt to give an open minded review.

    PROS:
    Game looks phenomenal
    Game play is smooth
    Audio and music is on point
    Moments of real feeling and relating to the character

    CONS:
    Story line...... wtf & why
    Character model (abby) not consistent and unrealistic
    Too much push on LGBTQ
    Poor choice of over all message during sensitive pandemic

    So let me explain my 6 rating.. It would have been much much higher... There were just certain aspects that made me almost quit... Aside from the obvious, in your face LGBTQ, which became almost comical, it was Abbys character model that was so ridiculous and unsightly. It was never consistent. He beefy muscles fluctuated in size from scene to scene. Maybe not so damning if you werent forces to play her so long.....

    Then there was the story... Dear lord.. the story.. The first ends on a note of love and going to extremes for those you love.... But this one.... hate, revenge, loss, grief.. It tore down Ellie and Joels character to the point I didnt even like Ellie at the end...

    For me.... This was just a heinous act at such a sensitive time. We are all suffering a pandemic. We have been locked inside. Little to look forward to in 2020. For some... waiting YEARS for this game, saw a glimmer of hope in the release of this game..... I would not be surprised if this game threw some into a deeper depression. Reckless and there was no need to degrade our beloved characters to the point they did....    … Expand
  11. RobertoBeck
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Amazing. I don't get all the hate the game is getting. The story is a great, a narrative that focus on the characters and their emotions. Here is my 10 to better the score. People bashing it for the protagonist sexuality...damn, someone tell them it's 2020, take your pitchforks somewhere else.
  12. dc032616
    Jun 27, 2020
    1
    Yes, the graphics are amazing.
    However the game play is decent, and I say that because there are a lot of bugs in the game. Animations occurring when they should not be, AI getting in the way.
    Now the story, the story is horrible. The story places characters in situations that do not make sense, it completely ignores the way the characters instinctsbehaviors that were established in the    Yes, the graphics are amazing.
    However the game play is decent, and I say that because there are a lot of bugs in the game. Animations occurring when they should not be, AI getting in the way.
    Now the story, the story is horrible. The story places characters in situations that do not make sense, it completely ignores the way the characters instinctsbehaviors that were established in the first game.
    The story is bad and this game relies heavy on the story to be good.    … Expand
  13. Hlebuushekk
    Jun 27, 2020
    3
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Очень странный и непонятный сюжет, который в итоге пришёл просто в никуда. Вот если бы меня попросили поставить оценку самой игре без сюжета, то тут бы была твёрдая пятерка с двумя плюсами, ведь игра серьёзно отличная в плане геймплея и механик, но вот сюжет.... Это конечно и не провал, но и не успех, игра меня разочаровала, но не могу сказать, что она мне всё таки не понравилась.… Expand
  14. Illworld
    Jun 27, 2020
    10
    Great game. People are dumb for hating on it. Great mechanics, combat is flawless; shooting is very advanced and better than the original. The story is realistic, it's not always lullabies and butterflies. It's a **** zombie apocalypse!
  15. Retrodox
    Jun 27, 2020
    1
    This game panders narrative wise and is disappointment to the entire franchise's legacy this entry's intentions lack any focus in the right direction
  16. Dominiciusz
    Jun 27, 2020
    10
    Amazing game. Love the graphics characters and the gameplay. I can understand why some people dislike the story but how can you give this game a 0 ?!?
  17. TedDPog123
    Jun 27, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I absolutely loved this game and I think Naughty Dog should be at least commended for trying out something quite different and more risky than most other story-driven games in recent times. I can definitely see why some people aren't happy with the direction that this game went, especially since it begins with the death of a beloved character, but don't dismiss it as "bad writing" just because your favorite character dies - the world of this game is unforgiving and relentless. Beyond that, I'm glad that this game isn't just a cut-and-dry revenge story. On the surface, this game seems like it's completely centered around hate, but I feel like the game is more a cautionary tale of obsession and the importance of forgiveness and letting go of the past, and I respect this more nuanced take that the studio had decided to go with. Yes, it would've been satisfying to have killed Abby at the end, but that would have undermined the entire point of the game: that revenge won't undo the deeds of the past, and that the best way to deal with loss is not to dwell on it but to move on. Besides the story, this has some of the best music, acting and graphics of any PlayStation game to date. The gameplay's pretty smooth and it's solid as a stealth/action game. However, my biggest gripe with the game is probably through it's pacing - Ellie's first 3 days in Seattle I'm okay with, but Abby's part (especially day 1) felt like it was dragging on a little bit since it was jarring how all the momentum that had built up to the conclusion of Ellie's day 3 was just suddenly lost. Otherwise, this is a great, emotional journey that I would recommend any Last of Us 1 fan to at least experience with an open mind. Regarding the hate for the game, there is definitely some valid criticism, but I wouldn't blindly base my opinion on the game based on story beats without any context or based on what other people online say about it. And that goes for both sides.… Expand
  18. LukaKa
    Jun 27, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Only thing in this game that is not on the high level is story, where one of the main characters dies (because of the spoilers it was downrated way before)... but still it made high standards for graphics, stealth and mechanics at all and I personally enjoyed it!… Expand
  19. Predpant
    Jun 24, 2020
    2
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Basically waited 7 years for the game sooo hyped and they kill Joel :( graphics look great but the story was horrible, but hey I must be a bigot a phobic or a hater because I gave my honest opinion ?… Expand
  20. Vant04
    Jun 27, 2020
    10
    TLOU2 does everything better than the first one. Everything is improved including and especially gameplay.
  21. Mortysh
    Jun 27, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Эта игра великолепна,мне плевать на ЛГБГ и так далее,эта игра паражает.Она заставляет дебе влюбить другого героя,Эбби понять все её страдание и нетолько это канчешно ваше мнения но эта игра маленький шедевр!!!… Expand
  22. Zodiako
    Jun 27, 2020
    10
    Naughty Dogs ultimate piece of art! After 35 hours playing, i realized that the game reached my expectations in all aspects... 10/10... 100%
  23. Asandovalc
    Jun 27, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Juego del año, lo mejor que he jugado en mucho tiempo. La historia es increíble y el desarrollo de personajes es genial… Expand
  24. Poiasso
    Jun 27, 2020
    9
    Is a goooood game, i love it Is not that bad , for me Is a 9 / 10 the gráfics are awesome ,the escenarios too the conections, the history Is nuts.. i mean that game shows us the darck sixe of the humaniti Is a máster peace
  25. jundi
    Jun 27, 2020
    0
    Un juego decepcionante en su historia y que rompe con todo lo bueno que tenia el primero... no se en que estaban pensando...
    En fin una pena...
    Esperando con ganas al cierre de la gen con ghost of tshusima!!
  26. Lukasino
    Jun 27, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Mister Neil we hate what you have done with the story and the characters i really dont mind Abby but after what i have seen i dont care Joel killed her father he was just an npc in the first one i felt nothing then and i feel nothing now you let her kill one of the best characters in gaming and expect people to sympathize with her and at the end Ellie doesnt even get her revenge she just lets her walk away. I dont mind the represation of LGBT and the other stuff its the story thats bad that i dont like it that doesnt make me a homophobe or a transphobic i am very pro for it but i dont like your s***y story that doesnt mean that i hate trans people or homosexual people its the story thast s***t thats it learn the f***g difference… Expand
  27. Matalf
    Jun 27, 2020
    10
    An amazing story, with an amazing message! Thanks Naughty Dog and all the team!
  28. Pika_niga
    Jun 27, 2020
    10
    Честно, не понимаю тех людей которые унижают игру, это шедевр своего поколения, еë сюжет имеет сложный и глубокий смысл, Элли хочется сопереживать. ЛГБТ повестка есть, ну и что? Она сильно мешает? Она не тыкает вас носом говоря будь геем или лесбиянкой, нет, такого в игре нет. Изначально все знали ещë в дополнении к первой части, что Элли лесбиянка, так зачем сейчас срать эту игру? ВыЧестно, не понимаю тех людей которые унижают игру, это шедевр своего поколения, еë сюжет имеет сложный и глубокий смысл, Элли хочется сопереживать. ЛГБТ повестка есть, ну и что? Она сильно мешает? Она не тыкает вас носом говоря будь геем или лесбиянкой, нет, такого в игре нет. Изначально все знали ещë в дополнении к первой части, что Элли лесбиянка, так зачем сейчас срать эту игру? Вы смотрите не объективно, и не цените этот великий труд разработчиков, они любили эту игру, вложили в неë всë что могли, все кровь пот и слëзы, а вы зажрались и просто ведëте себя не объективно… Expand
  29. JMon
    Jun 27, 2020
    2
    Terrible story and aweful characters. Very boring second half to a game that is 10 hours too long.

    Good graphics don't mean much in a story/character driven game.
  30. Britasha
    Jun 27, 2020
    4
    Just the fact they chose this path, this isn't what the majority of fans wanted. You will play a character you don't like for half the game, the story feels like its written by a person who didn't care about all that was good in the previous game, the story was a mess and could've been much better if they changed the order of things, tlou1 characters are for some reason dumber, theyJust the fact they chose this path, this isn't what the majority of fans wanted. You will play a character you don't like for half the game, the story feels like its written by a person who didn't care about all that was good in the previous game, the story was a mess and could've been much better if they changed the order of things, tlou1 characters are for some reason dumber, they could've dealt with a lot of things better, new uninteresting characters with some really weird/dumb/uninteresting storytelling, Cringe teen romance nobody wanted to see, I liked tlou1dlc romantic story a lot, but tlou2 fails at the chemistry, only a little of tlou2's story is nice imo, get some wholesome moments, if you ignore the majority of the story because its mainly boring and has bad writing you might have a better time, the graphics are amazing, the world is worth exploring, I can't wait for future games to look as beautiful as this, I just hope their stories wont be as bad as this. the fact the 1st game is a great story and this is a bad story, makes this a certain 4 for me. A good story doesn't deserve a bad sequel.

    I'd give awards to the artists, not the writers the writers/directors deserve nothing imo. Gameplay you will have some exciting running scenes/fighting, some nice action on occasion.. Will you like this game? probably not. You will feel bummed out more than you will feel the feeling of fun, they didn't add much new gameplay mechanics from the 1st game. Games are made for entertainment and story, this fails on both and that for most people. Who told them that this was a good idea for the story? who was leading them to go this way? yeah I didn't like it, its not the worst thing in the world, I'd recommend it for the beautiful scenery, definitely not the story, its a shame that the story is so much worser than the original tlou, and noo I'm not a bot, or right wing lmao, Sorry Jva, I really wanted to like this too, I have an open mind usually, I'm sure others will enjoy this just not me, and the majority of players. This game betrayed the majority of the fans. The ending wasn't satisfying, it made me still feel bummed out.    … Expand
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#2 Best PS4 Game of 2020
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#1 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2020
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#3 Most Shared PS4 Game of 2020

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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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