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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  3. Negative: 68,475 out of 161975
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  1. iztac
    Jul 1, 2020
    8
    great game really makes u see both sides of the story and it gets u really intrigued like what is about to happen next and I could never really guess not the best story but still a game I’ll replay in the future
  2. Alexjoyce23
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    Truly emotionally stunning, intricate and mind-bendingly good game. Pinnacle of narrative gaming on the ps4.
  3. Rsoaker27
    Jul 1, 2020
    3
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Graphically it’s an amazing game! The kill scenes are great and very graphic in detail. I’m I as attached to Joel as much as everyone else?? No! But here’s my issue. The story is all over the place. It’s almost as if the writers had 3-4 ideas and couldn’t decide on which one to use so they used them all! The last act of the game was completely unnecessary. I think we could have had more Joel/Ellie in the beginning AND then kill him off. People giving this game a 10 are crazy. It’s a fun game and I absolutely 100% love Last of Us franchise but something happened with Part 2. Perhaps down the road we’ll get a documentary explaining “what went wrong”… Expand
  4. Snodmeister
    Jul 1, 2020
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The last of us part 2 from a narrative perspective...is a mess. A beautiful mess. This story could have been so much more but due to poor direction and risky decision making by Neill Druckmann the end result simply didn’t quite hit the mark.

    By having Abby kill Joel relatively early on in the story it automatically makes her hated by the player. So making said player have to take control of her for 10+ hours was an idiotic decision that frustrated many players( including myself). I feel that this could have been somewhat fixed if the story had been told in a different order. Allow the player to get to know Abby and her connection to Joel before she kills him; that way the player can actually understand to an extent why Abby does what she does. It may not change how you feel about her but at least it gives the player an appreciation for her actions before you have to play as her for half of the entire game. As for Abbys storyline...IT IS COMPLETELY IRRELEVANT TO THE ENTIRE GAMES PLOT!The Seraphites storyline has no impact on the fights between Ellie and Abby or the ending whatsoever! It’s as if Neill Druckmann came up with two entirely different games and decided to cram them both together. It simply DOESN’T WORK! The games ending was poorly executed as well. I don’t mind that the game has a sad ending as it feels rather poetic. What isn’t poetic is that I had to go through the Santa Barbra portion of the game facing off against ANOTHER group that once again have NO BEARING ON THE OVERALL STORY/ MESSAGE OF THE GAME WHATSOEVER! I wish that this section was cut out from the game as it feels tacked on and only serves as a way for Ellie and Abby to fight again. This could have easily been remedied by having a Seattle day 4 where you play as Ellie still hellbent on killing Abby. Then, have the fight scene take place, Ellie let’s Abby go and then have the game finish with Ellie and Dina at the farm where they can finally be happy. As the game comes to a close, we get to watch the flashback between Joel and Ellie where they somewhat reconcile and just like that... the game ends.That’s just my personal take on how I feel the story should have went but to be honest I would be happier with probably anything other than what we got. As for the characters in the game, I felt little connection or interest in any of the side characters besides the ones established in Part 1 as well as Dina. Jesse is a solid character but his only real character trait is that he is the father of JJ and his only role is to serve as your AI partner while Dina rests. However, despite what I just said, I did have quite an interest in Lev( the seraphite defect). His backstory is quite interesting and despite what many people think of Neill Druckmanns supposed “LGBT agenda”, I feel as though Levs sexuality and how it affects him as well as the others around him is the main thing that made me interested in the seraphite storyline. Don’t get me wrong, it is by no means a bad storyline, it just simply didn’t belong in THIS story! The best part about the plot in my opinion is the flashbacks we get as Ellie. Seeing her go to the dinosaur museum warmed my heart and I had a smile on my face the entire time. Truly a beautiful scene and my personal favourite part of the game. It’s unfortunate however that the best parts about this game are the flashback sequences as Ellie. They really put a lot of time and care into crafting these segments and it sucks that that care is not reflected in the main story.

    In terms of gameplay, the game controls similarly to the first TLOU with enough newly added enemy types and gameplay mechanics to keep the formula fresh. Approaching encounters is so much fun because there are so many different ways you can play them. From killing enemy’s silently one by one to going on a shooting spree, it really feels like you are the character as they traverse through the game and I love that. The game from a technical standpoint runs great, the audio is spot on and the graphics are breathtaking. These qualities really make you feel immersed in the experience.

    Unfortunately, however, these great qualities can’t save TLOU part 2 from being a game full of waisted potential. I don’t think it deserves all of the mass hate that it has been getting, but I can certainly see why some players have reacted negatively to the game. I hope that TLOU story ends here or if they decide to make a 3rd instalment, that it be centred on entirely different characters or that it be set in the past where we can take control as Joel once again.    … Expand
  5. mrcube
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    A masterclass in balancing bold and thematic storytelling with refined and engaging gameplay. A must play.
  6. 3999
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    This is the game of the year. Don,t see anyones review. I will give 10/10 . This game is worthy to play. The story is awesome, the graphics are great and the gameplay is excellent.
  7. Jcneal
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    I'm a conservative Christian straight white male and I absolutely love this game. If you loved the first game, you owe it to yourself to experience this one. Forget the leaks and the naysayers. This game is a masterpiece. You might think you know what happens, but you don't.
  8. AeonRedd
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    Amazing (but heart wrenching game) As for all the imbeciles that gave it a zero, they probably thought they were being asked for their IQ. What a bunch of morons. You gotta know giving this is a 0 is part of THEIR agenda. My advice is to take your time with each section and make sure you explore as much as possible before you move on.
  9. DiegoGomes1991
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    Jogo prefeito, espero que venha o 3 o mais rápido possível,
    Sem dúvidas você terá muita emoções.
  10. RedTodd
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    The Last of Us Part 2 is the best game I have played. Both the main and supporting cast are well rounded and help move the story forward. The story is emotional and allows for players to feel the pain of the characters. Neil Druckmann has made the closest thing to not only a perfect game but a perfect sequel which is far harder. This game sits with Mass Effect 2 as the only two gamesThe Last of Us Part 2 is the best game I have played. Both the main and supporting cast are well rounded and help move the story forward. The story is emotional and allows for players to feel the pain of the characters. Neil Druckmann has made the closest thing to not only a perfect game but a perfect sequel which is far harder. This game sits with Mass Effect 2 as the only two games that I can think of and have played that are better than the original.… Expand
  11. Loyserxd
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Un juegaso a nivel técnico, a nivel de historia y a nivel de jugabilidad, una total obra maestra.… Expand
  12. OgV1
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    "Don't believe the user score, try it by yourself" it'll worth every penny you spent.

    11/10
    If somehow the lord gave me a second chance at that moment... I'd do it all over again
  13. Stekkmen
    Jul 1, 2020
    9
    Daring, narratively innovative, and brilliant. I give this game a 9 out of 10, no question. The gameplay is solid, serviceable. No real issues with it at all, it fully immerses you in the role of a badass survivor making do with what she has. Gore is gruesome, the violence is grim yet satisfying. The story is incredible engrossing, and challenging. The negative review scores reflect theDaring, narratively innovative, and brilliant. I give this game a 9 out of 10, no question. The gameplay is solid, serviceable. No real issues with it at all, it fully immerses you in the role of a badass survivor making do with what she has. Gore is gruesome, the violence is grim yet satisfying. The story is incredible engrossing, and challenging. The negative review scores reflect the general gaming populace's unwillingness to turn their brains on when engaging with stories. These people cry from the top of their lungs that video games are art, and then step all over and scream at a true masterpiece when it stares them in the face.

    Not a full 10 out of 10 because...well, I can't really put into words wise. This game is truly amazing, and a must buy, but few games are perfect. For example, this game lacks multiplayer unlike it's predecessor. Also, the pacing suffers slightly towards the beginning of the halfway point of the game. The story telling is disjointed, and while it works incredibly well on the first playthrough, I'm not looking forward to playing it through a second time. A chronological mission setting would be a brilliant addition for a second playthrough.

    The Last of Us Part II is a triumph, and will be remembered for years to come as being one of the most exciting and controversial games of a console generation. The Last of Us Part II ushered in the era of serious narrative based story telling at the end of the PS3 era, and it's not lost its touch in the slightest. Right at the very end of the PS4 it swoops in and reminds all the wannabe's who is boss. Buy it, play it, love it, let yourself cry and feel and empathise with those you hate. It'll be worth it, I promise.    … Expand
  14. jmino0304
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    A great game given unfair reviews. Most people reviewing this game haven’t even played or didn’t give it a chance. Many bold decisions were made in this game which clearly lead to some backlash but if the player gives this game a chance they will not be disappointed. Best comparison for this game is metal gear solid 2, many people hated the new character in that game but in the end itA great game given unfair reviews. Most people reviewing this game haven’t even played or didn’t give it a chance. Many bold decisions were made in this game which clearly lead to some backlash but if the player gives this game a chance they will not be disappointed. Best comparison for this game is metal gear solid 2, many people hated the new character in that game but in the end it ended up becoming one of the greatest games of all time. I don’t think this game is the greatest of all time or even as good as the last one but the gameplay and graphics are better and the story is still very good. All in all if you enjoyed the first game you will almost certainly enjoy this game.… Expand
  15. ryxkar
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    Un viaje de emociones increíble, momentos de tensión impresionantes, y una historia en la que te mentes de lleno, sin lugar a duda una experiencia que se debe de vivir para poder sentir realmente lo que los creativos querían contarnos, totalmente recomendable.
  16. Don_Motor
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    The game is perfect. Do not listen to the haters, Naughty Dog deliveree an amazing bittersweet story, great and fluid gameplay and the best music I have seen in a game in YEARS.
  17. Lagia
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    Best game Ever
    Love abby she is the one who develop and best to be main character of the last of us 2
  18. Gans3y
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    Este juego es sumamente bello, no solo hablando gráficamente que es impresionante cuidando hasta el más mínimo detalle, el arte está en los ojos de quien lo ve, cada quien tiene una opinión distinta, este juego es bello sin más que decir.
  19. Tiago182
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    I liked the game a lot and I understood why they did what they did, although I understand why people dislike the changes.
  20. Ameny
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    Melhor jogo. Impossível negar, mesmo não sendo bom para os preconceituosos, tem que admitir.
  21. Pton072
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    This is my best game. Thank you for everyone who make the last of us part 2. Hope to see your next game.
  22. RP95
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A confronting story that delves deeper than a simple revenge story. A game that builds on what came before and, for me, successfully develops the world and characters of The Last of Us. Undoubtedly divisive but an experience that is worth having.… Expand
  23. AlceRomantico99
    Jul 1, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It's a great game, probably the Joel death at the beginning, show how all persons of the world they will have to die in any moment, nobody is inmortal.
    And the final of the game, show how Ellie matures, taking the decision of leaving alive to Abby and leave the revenge in the past, in this way closing a cycle.    … Expand
  24. Mxechina
    Jul 1, 2020
    9
    Exhausting to get through a whirlwind of emotions very bleak and depressing and I loved it not much else to add other than this. Some pacing issues but not that bad to put me off. Try it out if you’re 50/50 form your opinion and enjoy. Great game
  25. justinhwright
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    Truly memorable and made me feel a lot of things. Both good and bad. Grappling with trauma and attempting to find meaning in a cruel world, oddly similar to current-day life. It didn’t play out the way I’d wanted (which I believe can be a great thing - life never turns out the way you expected), but it explored what it means to be human. Complex and complicated. I genuinely feel that thisTruly memorable and made me feel a lot of things. Both good and bad. Grappling with trauma and attempting to find meaning in a cruel world, oddly similar to current-day life. It didn’t play out the way I’d wanted (which I believe can be a great thing - life never turns out the way you expected), but it explored what it means to be human. Complex and complicated. I genuinely feel that this story will stick with me for a very long time, which is what the point is of any art form.… Expand
  26. Premchowdhry
    Jul 1, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. great story, gameplay and graphics. It is a good follow on despite killing off Joel early on in the story. The game did an amazing job in showing consequences from part 1. While I didn't initially like switching to Abbys character but it grew on me and it was completely warranted.… Expand
  27. Hhhhhhhhhhh1
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    Did you ever hear the tragedy of Darth Plagueis The Wise? I thought not. It’s not a story the Jedi would tell you. It’s a Sith legend. Darth Plagueis was a Dark Lord of the Sith, so powerful and so wise he could use the Force to influence the midichlorians to create life… He had such a knowledge of the dark side that he could even keep the ones he cared about from dying. The dark side ofDid you ever hear the tragedy of Darth Plagueis The Wise? I thought not. It’s not a story the Jedi would tell you. It’s a Sith legend. Darth Plagueis was a Dark Lord of the Sith, so powerful and so wise he could use the Force to influence the midichlorians to create life… He had such a knowledge of the dark side that he could even keep the ones he cared about from dying. The dark side of the Force is a pathway to many abilities some consider to be unnatural. He became so powerful… the only thing he was afraid of was losing his power, which eventually, of course, he did. Unfortunately, he taught his apprentice everything he knew, then his apprentice killed him in his sleep. Ironic. He could save others from death, but not himself. Conner Hagerman out.… Expand
  28. Deebhaskerr
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    Amazing game, really enjoyed! Graphics, game play and story is excellent.
    Thank you naughty dog.
  29. BennyB
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    Amazing game! It was an intense ride from beginning to the end. It messed with mind, played with my emotions but at the end I was left satisfied. Naughty Dog never disappoint!
  30. Jin_Akanishi
    Jul 1, 2020
    7
    Generally speaking, the game is good. Maybe it doesn't end up in the way the players want. On the contrary, it's a story of revenge. If Allie wins in the end, she may be waiting for revenge from more people. The story will never end
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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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