The Last of Us Part II

 PlayStation 4
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  1. Lanternuser2814
    Jun 26, 2020
    0
    Beautiful graphics but such a truly terrible story. I wanted to love it so badly, but once I was done with it I couldn’t ignore how truly terrible it was.
  2. TheChosenFella
    Jun 26, 2020
    1
    It blows my mind that they just decided to kill off a loved character in an extremely nasty way. I guess Neil tried to achieve the effect that GoT's Red Wedding had on people, but he failed miserably.
  3. Nile1
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    An ambitious masterpiece about the cycle of violence. Adds brilliant and layered new characters into the world and is a true worthy sequel to one of the best games ever made.
  4. Jbh2345
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Absolutely incredible. That’s the only way I can describe this game. It provides a nuanced and thought provoking continuation of the first game’s ending that leaves players pondering the story for days. The sad truth of the story is that it revolves around Joel’s fateful decision to give Ellie a chance at life, but the way he did it basically makes it impossible for Ellie to find happiness. Every action has a consequence, and Joel’s atrocities against the fireflies ends up coming back to bite Ellie. At the end of the day, the game feels like you’re playing in an alternate reality where Joel made the wrong decision. The correct series of events seems to end with Ellie dying on the operating table and saving the world, but not all things have happy endings. To say that the characters didn’t progress well through this story is a flat out lie, because this story thoroughly felt like the place that the characters would naturally end up. Overall, it would be most fitting to package both games as a single story, because both feel so essential to each other. PLAY THIS GAME. It’ll make you feel like crap, but that doesn’t mean it’s a bad game... it means it’s making you think. And that, my friends, is what all media should strive to do. Bravo Naughty Dog. Can’t wait to see what new IP or sequel you bake up next.… Expand
  5. Malik1295
    Jun 26, 2020
    0
    For someone who considers the first last us the greatest ever made.

    I DON'T KNOW WHAT TO SAY ABOUT THIS GARBAGE. Thanks naughty dog and Neil for ruining the best the best game ever made.
  6. Smikhail
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    I will not write about how amazing this game is (professional critics had already have enough details about it), instead I would like to said that something should be done with current rating system. May be it should be simplified just to "Like it" / "Don't like it" binary system, because de facto it works that way.
    1) Almost nobody tries to separate one factors from others (OK, you don't    I will not write about how amazing this game is (professional critics had already have enough details about it), instead I would like to said that something should be done with current rating system. May be it should be simplified just to "Like it" / "Don't like it" binary system, because de facto it works that way.
    1) Almost nobody tries to separate one factors from others (OK, you don't like plot, but you shouldn't immediately put zero for entire game for this: there are a lot of other factors and, for example, you would certainly look like a total dumb if you put "zero" for a graphic or open world detalization in AAA project like "The last of us".
    2) Nobody (and even professional critics sometimes) in modern time doesn't really understand and use rating as it should be: comparison of currently observed game vs all other games. How it is possible to rate a triple A project below some crappy product of unknown game designers?

    So, in overall, my idea suggests, that either rating services should use simplified binary ratings, either they should ban everyone, whose ratings are totally busted.    … Expand
  7. BlueCreeper
    Jun 20, 2020
    9
    The world of The Last of Us is a cruel, dangerous, and often exhilarating experience. Unfortunately the game is review bombed for its story. While there are several points throughout the story that the player may find disappointing, nothing seems forced or unreasonable. By no means does this game deserve any score lower than a 7/10 by an average player. If you were fans of the first gameThe world of The Last of Us is a cruel, dangerous, and often exhilarating experience. Unfortunately the game is review bombed for its story. While there are several points throughout the story that the player may find disappointing, nothing seems forced or unreasonable. By no means does this game deserve any score lower than a 7/10 by an average player. If you were fans of the first game please don’t hesitate to give this game a try. The sense of scope and exploration has increased tenfold and the result is a beautiful and intriguing environment. However, if you did not enjoy the first The Last of Us, it’s unlikely you will enjoy this sequel. That being said, story sequels like this generally improve upon the first game’s vision rather than completely altering the formula. In that sense this game has succeeded spectacularly. While there are some issues with game mechanics that I wish could be altered it does not detract majorly from the game experience. The game is not perfect, but it is not only playable but enjoyable. Anyone who gives this game a 0-5/10 is not doing an accurate job at a critical review. If you feel like you want to pick this game up, then you should.… Expand
  8. OmaarSaaleh
    Jun 26, 2020
    0
    The best graphic ever with a great gameplay is useless with a horrible story The trailer has spoilers!!!
  9. Daisyberisha
    Jun 26, 2020
    9
    Good albeit depressing ending but still satisfying. Looking forward to a part 3.
  10. OnionSama
    Jun 26, 2020
    0
    The game has the top level of graphics, motion capture, and not bad music. HOWEVER the story ruined everything. PLEASE DON'T MAKE FAKE REVIEWS
  11. s0nsais
    Jun 26, 2020
    0
    I did not wait 7 years for f*cking propaganda. Im so tired of (((their))) bs, remake the game please, this is utterly unplayable.
  12. PsychoCat45
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. First of all i am writing this review because of all the unwarranted criticism this game is getting.I thought if people write reviews without having played the game just because it is cool to hate this game, I can also write a review praising it for how good it is.
    After playing this i did not know i actually wanted a sequel. I am absolutely glad of the direction it took because in this way it is even more unique and fresh than what it could've been if Naughty Dog went with a safer approach. This story is brutal and shocking. This is a clear departure from the easier to swallow formula of the first game which focused on a wonderful relationship while it still explored the dark depths of humanity that are revealed by the coming of the virus. This goes all the way into the darkest depths of character study. The plot is set in motion by Joel's death which comes very early into the game and while expecting it, it still managed to surprise me. This is a brutal undignified death that further explores the dark state of the world. It also launches Ellie's brutal revenge story in motion. The game departs from the Ellie we know from the first one. We see a more mature version of her and we observe as she slowly loses her established humanity piece by piece in her obsession with revenge . The game also wants you to see the game in this first half through her eyes antagonizing the group responsible for Joel's death making it easier to connect with Ellie's struggle.In the second half of the game we play as a new character named Abby who is responsible for brutally murdering Joel in the beginning of the game. I was intrigued by this narrative choice and I was curious to see if the game would be effective with such a twist in perception. It is in my opinion a brilliant design choice that further enhances the story suggesting the message that in such a depressing world it is all a matter of perspective. We see Abby's relationships and friendships akin to what we see in Ellie's part of the story. And as the game slowly shifts to Abby's perspective you start to see Ellie as the villain. All of this further enhances in my opinion the idea that the game tries to convey. It wants to depress you, make you feel desperate as if you are a part of the lifeless world that it represents. I can totally understand why some people cannot appreciate this shift of narrative because of the passion they had for the first game which still is from a narrative standpoint a masterpiece. I do not agree with the clearly fake reviews that nitpick at the game simply because it's cool using arguments such as an nonexistent political agenda that apparently is behind the game. I can also not understand the people who stopped playing after Joel died. So in conclusion this game is absolutely unique and fresh and further illustrates the power of immersion videogames have achieved. It is also a bleak character study that explores humanity's most primitive and overpowering desires    … Expand
  13. NonprofitMoth5
    Jun 26, 2020
    1
    The games mechanics were great and it played well but with the continue of it's predecessor the game lacks in what made the first so amazing. I'm not going to spoil anything from it but I was highly disgusted in what the game had in store when it came to the life that were the characters. Little development in Ellie and it seems they didn't have any actual plans on her life after the firstThe games mechanics were great and it played well but with the continue of it's predecessor the game lacks in what made the first so amazing. I'm not going to spoil anything from it but I was highly disgusted in what the game had in store when it came to the life that were the characters. Little development in Ellie and it seems they didn't have any actual plans on her life after the first game. Really disappointed with the team on this one.… Expand
  14. Manthatwaswack
    Jun 23, 2020
    4
    Just damn
    Dont recommend it
    Story was very disappointing and the character "swap" was very... bad
  15. benielzlo
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    The last of us es uno de los mejores juegos jamas habia existodo, espero que no lean las tonterias que ponen los demas y lo disfruten como yo.
  16. LuisF50
    Jun 26, 2020
    8
    A good game until the moment you have to attack Ellie as Abby why? It's Ellie why should I do that. Apart froma that I think it's a memorable game not as good as The last of us 1 but I love the way both of them shows that there is not such a think as heroes or villains everybody tries it's best for the things in which believes
  17. Cbgraham
    Jun 26, 2020
    3
    Characters introduced are boring. Not fleshed put. The disingenuous destruction of the original characters is lazy. It’s just. It worth your time story wise. Graphics great , Sound design and music score great. The story and writing is atrocious and insulting.
  18. Strokeoasis
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Very good game, Hirogaru yami no naka kawashiatta kakumei no chigiri yue ni mebaeta aku
    No hana. tebayo    … Expand
  19. novski
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    A gut-wrenching, hard to swallow masterpiece, but a masterpiece nonetheless.

    Without revealing any spoilers, I will say that it is very sad to see so much misguided hate being thrown at this game, mostly by people who did not play it - and who never intended to play it, regardless of whatever leaks might have happened. They are missing out on possibly the best game of the generation.    A gut-wrenching, hard to swallow masterpiece, but a masterpiece nonetheless.

    Without revealing any spoilers, I will say that it is very sad to see so much misguided hate being thrown at this game, mostly by people who did not play it - and who never intended to play it, regardless of whatever leaks might have happened. They are missing out on possibly the best game of the generation.

    It's a polarizing game, for sure. It is not afraid to take risks and does so willingly, challenging players to endure painful moments of hard to watch violence, which might - and will - alienate some people. I can definitely understand that some fans of Part I will feel disappointed by some story elements, but I cannot agree with those accusing it of being poorly written. It is meant to bother you. It is meant to not be a happy story in any way, and it is a daring, deep and misleadingly philosophical piece of narrative. Put simply, if you understand what the writers were going for, it could very well be the best narrative-focused videogame ever created. I know it is, for me.

    It redefines the meaning of what it is to be a protagonist, and subverts both the hero and villain roles. It shoves human suffering in your face, time and time again, but does so in such a way that it never becomes tactless or gratuitous, and it never pushes the boundaries of taste. It is most definitely hard to swallow - simply put, it's a story that demands the player to have a strong stomach. It treats you like an adult. As it should.

    With story out of the way, it must be mentioned how absurdly detailed everything about this game is. From subtle facial expressions that denounce nuanced emotions, like jealousy, fear, anger, contempt, surprise, hesitance and many more, to tiny sound effects you would never expect to hear in a videogame, along with some of the most ridiculously and painstakingly detailed environments and level design I have ever seen.

    Gameplay is also masterfully crafted here. Combat is much, much more fluid and seamless than Part I's sometimes clunky mechanics, exploration feels fresh and absorbing, even after dozens of hours of play, and each new area has a distinct and purposeful feel to it, making every stage feel like it adds weight to the experience. It's remarkable how a story-driven game can surpass the 30 hour mark without ever feeling like it's dragging for too long. The addition of a jump button may look like an obvious element for a 2020 game, but it does open up new exploration possibilities that Part I never achieved, making Ellie feel much more agile and capable than Joel ever did.

    In terms of characters, be prepared to meet one of the most diverse and fully realized cast of virtual people ever designed. With The Last of Us Part II, gone are the days of the same old caucasian male protagonists and equally generic supporting cast. Gender, sexuality, and race are all carefully balanced and presented in such a way that it makes the characters rich and lifelike, while making it so that these subjects are rarely the main focus of the game. When they are, though, they serve to deepen the selection of themes approached by the game, which make us draw comparisons to our own, infected-free real world.

    In the final hours of the game, I realized that The Last of Us Part II triggered emotions that I have never felt in any piece of work - videogame or otherwise - in my life. Joy, charm, pain, anger, fear, repulse, nausea, surprise, disagreement and satisfaction are some of the feelings provoked by the story, with a few more nuanced ones in key moments.

    If you want a game that will take you on a punishing, emotionally draining, visually incredible, artistically unmatched, adult and, yes, bleak experience, The Last of Us Part II has much to offer you. Do not let the fact that the story doesn't match our seven-year-in-the-making fan fictions detract you from what is quite possibly one of the best games ever crafted.

    There is so much more I would like to say, but I will refrain from doing so, in order to prevent spoilers and for the sake of brevity (and character limit).

    Thank you, Naughty Dog, for one of the most unforgettable experiences I have had the privilege to live through. This game, this world and its characters will stay with me for years to come, and I'm still reliving the story in my mind as I make my way through the painful first hours of the story on my New Game +.    … Expand
  20. darksondk
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Acabei de zerar The Last of Us Part II. Que jogo meus amigos, que jogo. Gráficos lindíssimos, jogabilidade muito boa e trilha sonora magnífica. Eu sei que teve gente que não gostou da história. Eu particularmente gostei muito. A maneira que o jogo te envolve é absurda. Confesso que chorei no final.
  21. Alrago
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Perfect Game, Just that, play It now. The music, THE Art, the characters, everything is perfect in this game.
  22. Mason_frank
    Jun 21, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. At first I was angry at Abby for killing Joel, and then I see Abby's reasoning for her actions... and I just, couldn't help but to feel bad for her. Joel's past finally came back to bite him. I get that: "Abby should get her consequences! She gets away with killing Joel and gets everything she wants!" What I have to say to that is this: Joel, Tommy and Ellie kill like 99% of the people Abby cared about, and plus Abby also has a kid, Lev, to look after. If you know Joel and Ellie then you'd know they wouldn't kill someone and leave a kid hopeless and in danger because their protector/parent is dead. Gameplay: 10/10 - I just had so much fun, the tension, the suprises, the bad guys having names (got kinda annoying, but if you sneak around it won't be annoying as much.)

    Story: 9/10 - there's so much plot twists that make me not know what's going on. Like: "Wait, should I still be angry at Abby? Yes, she killed Joel... but then again Joel did kill like 80% of the people Abby loved." **** like that have me on my feet and I live for it. I love when writers can have my emotions all over the place. Characters: 8/10. I'd rate it higher, but there wasn't enough character background on the characters that help with Abby in the beginning of the game. I also wanna see more of Ellie and Dina, Joel's character development was **** great. It's like Ellie is his daughter and he wasn't afraid to show he loves her, but still scared to say it with his own words. If that makes sense.

    The ending hits hard. It's definitely something to really think about before saying it's good. There's not much I wanna say, I guess this is where I say this then, go pick up a copy! If $80 CAD is too much to spend right now then wait until a discount comes up for the game. The story will still be here no matter what.    … Expand
  23. Jezzof7
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    The game is AWESOME there is nothing to talk about. What we still have to talk about is this TOXIC gamer community that hides all its homophobia and hate in "opinions". The game broke records but the Nerds don't like the game because the character is a STRONG AND LESBIAN WOMAN.. Se ficar p*** é pior nerd chato da p***.
  24. Ricardo_silva
    Jun 26, 2020
    0
    Fomos enganados, nos trailers do jogo , cenas foram alteradas , para dar uma falsa impressão de que a história seria diferente da original , isso foi pensado para obter o sucesso de vendas , pois sabiam que se fizessem os trailers do que realmente estava por vir , seria um fracasso, empresa mal caráter, acabaram com a franquia, acabaram com um dos melhores jogos da década passada. MuitoFomos enganados, nos trailers do jogo , cenas foram alteradas , para dar uma falsa impressão de que a história seria diferente da original , isso foi pensado para obter o sucesso de vendas , pois sabiam que se fizessem os trailers do que realmente estava por vir , seria um fracasso, empresa mal caráter, acabaram com a franquia, acabaram com um dos melhores jogos da década passada. Muito obrigado.… Expand
  25. EiTiRNAL
    Jun 26, 2020
    0
    The best graphics and soundtrack the PS4 has ever produced. The combat and traversal have improved from the original game but the story and plot have left me with the most disappointing video games I have ever played. The complete disregard for the characters we grew to love was shockingly frustrating.

    Naughty Dog are my favourite developers but the logic behind the storytelling in this    The best graphics and soundtrack the PS4 has ever produced. The combat and traversal have improved from the original game but the story and plot have left me with the most disappointing video games I have ever played. The complete disregard for the characters we grew to love was shockingly frustrating.

    Naughty Dog are my favourite developers but the logic behind the storytelling in this game is extremely flawed.

    I am going to pretend this game never existed.    … Expand
  26. nrusso5485
    Jun 26, 2020
    3
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The story is terrible. The first half of the game is good... Then you are forced into playing as Abby.. with beyond boring flashbacks that you have to play through ..the game just drags on and on after.. the game tries to be "ground breaking" in making you question who the real "bad guy" is...but it doesn't , because they are both bad people .. they really shove LGBTQ down you're throat here .. we all know Elle is a lesbian from the first game , but the person who kills Joel just so happens to be a lesbian , who befirends a transexual ? Their sexuality has zero to do with the game at all and it's never really addressed other than when an old bigot says something to Elle.. seems like they went for shock value , it's all they really have going for the game . Should have never made a sequel.… Expand
  27. Md2475
    Jun 23, 2020
    9
    I liked most of the game but the second half dragged a bit and had some unlikeable characters and confusing story choices but over all I liked the game
  28. WillJsmes
    Jun 23, 2020
    0
    I was a huge Naughty Dog fan and really enjoyed the Uncharted series and the original Last of Us game. With Uncharted 4, it’s DLC and the DLC for the Last of Us, you could see the slow shift to identity politics over good story. I have no issue with seeing representation in games and other forms of media. Smart companies know how to do this correctly in a non pandering way. ObviouslyI was a huge Naughty Dog fan and really enjoyed the Uncharted series and the original Last of Us game. With Uncharted 4, it’s DLC and the DLC for the Last of Us, you could see the slow shift to identity politics over good story. I have no issue with seeing representation in games and other forms of media. Smart companies know how to do this correctly in a non pandering way. Obviously Naughty Dog is completely tone deaf in this regard. This game fumbles full steam ahead into a clumsy attempt to appease a small group of people who don’t even really play these games. For those of you who like the game, congratulations. I’m happy for you. I will not be giving Naughty Dog my money until they start making games that interest me again, which will probably be never. Such a waste of a great character and great story from the original game in this so called “masterpiece”. Sadly, not surprising though.… Expand
  29. Madisonk614
    Jun 23, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Loved the beauty and detail of the world Naughty Dog created. Really appreciated the atmosphere and feeling that came with it. Difficult to cut ties with beloved characters but ultimately it was a great experience to step back into the world of The Last of Us again. I hope we do get to experience a part 3.… Expand
  30. JarBoMador
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Not a fan service story. A very risky screen-play which is not for all tastes.… Expand
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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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