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. budokan2000
    Jun 26, 2020
    9
    Despite its dark themes, I really enjoyed this game. Visuals are stunning and the mechanics have been improved to a point where I was encouraged to use everything in my arsenal during combat encounters, which added to the overall experience.

    Atmosphere is amazing, especially the sound design. I also found the story engaging and the resolution to the main characters' story arc    Despite its dark themes, I really enjoyed this game. Visuals are stunning and the mechanics have been improved to a point where I was encouraged to use everything in my arsenal during combat encounters, which added to the overall experience.

    Atmosphere is amazing, especially the sound design. I also found the story engaging and the resolution to the main characters' story arc satisfying. The only gripe I have with the game is the pacing in the second half but the ending made up for it. As with so many other excellent pieces of media, you do not always get what you want and have to go on your own journey to deal with it.

    On a side note, my PS4 Pro got very loud when HDR was enabled. Apart from that I only encountered two minor bugs throughout my 36 hours of playtime.    … Expand
  2. riss37
    Jun 26, 2020
    6
    It's not a bad game per se, especially with most of the low rated reviews complaining about the story. However, everyone is entitled to their own opinion. Although, it could be agreeable to a certain extent that there are major flaws in the story-telling portion of the game, which is the fundamental point of the game in the first place, thus garnering as much negativity as it did for theIt's not a bad game per se, especially with most of the low rated reviews complaining about the story. However, everyone is entitled to their own opinion. Although, it could be agreeable to a certain extent that there are major flaws in the story-telling portion of the game, which is the fundamental point of the game in the first place, thus garnering as much negativity as it did for the past few days.

    Nonetheless, based on personal experience (without any spoilers), the story is not bad, but its not good either. It's the type of story that hits hard to reality, where there are always the possibility of things going bad, but in the game EVERYTHING that could've went bad DID went bad which is the opposite of the fantasy "good ending" that most people want/expect from a game. It's not a game with a **** story, but its a story that makes you feel like **** and i cannot emphasize how ****ty someone could end up feeling after they finish the game.

    Also the introduction of the new characters are less developed compared to the first game, so players have less connection to them and honestly most people probably wouldn't care about what happens/happened to them. However, props to the actors and actresses for putting on an amazing performance nonetheless as one could really see and feel the emotions that they are trying to express which makes you relate more with the characters.

    Aside from that there are A LOT of flashbacks throughout the game which really kills off the momentum the game builds along the way, would be more arguably better to have the flashbacks as actual gameplay at the start of the game to allow players to redevelop the connection with the characters again, since even the first game's remastered version came out 6 years ago, a lot of time has passed and most players probably had already forgotten all the emotional turmoils that the first game provided.

    Despite that, the actual gameplay itself is amazing, with really well developed fight animations, great visuals and stunning scenery. One would not regret taking a minute off the gameplay just to look at the view. However, the combat system does still feel a little under-developed and the AIs have questionable movements and actions. Furthermore, every encounter does get increasingly repetitive and if I dare say "boring" as it seems to be a deliberate attempt in extending the gameplay length by adding in certain unnecessary encounters which does not make sense. (BUT THE ROPE PHYSICS CRAZY)

    To sum it all up, its a great game that i would recommend playing it once just for the experience. But personally once is more than enough as there is nothing to hold onto nor reminisce. Overall it may not be GOTY material as there are many aspects to improve on, but nonetheless it was still an enjoyable experience to a certain extent.    … Expand
  3. Grinnex
    Jun 26, 2020
    4
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is very hard to write because I love this game but still it had to be done.
    To start it all of, the gameplay, music was everything great like we expected it to be, the story was also great except for some parts. I knew they were going to kill Joel, and despite that fact that was what gave Ellie the strenght to pull all of what she did in Seattle. I Absolutely loved Dina, Ellie and JJ together, but the problem here is that Ellie after she leaves her home, in order to find the closure she needs, to look for Abby and kill her. I mean we play the game for hours and hours because just like Ellie, us the players also want to get revenge for Joel, and I feel like almost everyone in that position that Ellie was when drowning Abby would have killed her. Like she killed Joel and Jesse and nearly killed Dina and Tommy. I get that they wanted to stop with the killing cycle but like I said before we play through hours for basically no point whatsoever. To make this worse, Ellie comes home a few months later but the house is vacant. We've waited 7 years to get this end to the story? Please... and now I'm hearing rumors that we might get a last of us game with Abby and Lev as the protagonists, if they actually do that, I might just regret playing the second game at all, at this point I'm honestly thinking that I've should have just watched the game on Youtube to see the players get to the end and be like "for real this is it?" instead of wasting 79 euros on the game.    … Expand
  4. LaloL
    Jun 19, 2020
    1
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Oh my, oh my, how can I start this..
    Game isn’t what you’d expect, they managed to mess up a good storyline, there are so much holes in this story, I’m starting to think they didn’t care for it as much. Joel dies LITERALLY 30 minutes into the game or less. I can’t believe what I just played this is not acceptable, DO NOT BUY THIS GAME. Do yourself a favor. This upsets me so much having to write this, I loved the first one, this isn’t nowhere near that. Keep in mind I have finished the game.    … Expand
  5. Froint
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
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  6. MidnightNoodle
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Have to balance the stupid 0/10 reviews so yeah, 75 characters...OH the game its actually really good if anyone cares.
  7. NourZH
    Jun 20, 2020
    0
    Who the F*** thought it’s Ok to do this???

    How disappointing, been waiting 7 years for this.
  8. Jkrduojr
    Jun 23, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The game is absolutely a masterpiece in gameplay and story, in my opinion it’s the best game ever made… Expand
  9. MrCappy
    Jun 22, 2020
    8
    This game, although it does not reach what its prequel reached in what comes to be the narrative, in the graphic and sound section it fulfills very well, the same with the gameplay that far exceeds that of the first part, many play the theme that Ellie's homosexuality is quite exaggerated and annoys the character and hinders the story but in my opinion this feels very natural and does notThis game, although it does not reach what its prequel reached in what comes to be the narrative, in the graphic and sound section it fulfills very well, the same with the gameplay that far exceeds that of the first part, many play the theme that Ellie's homosexuality is quite exaggerated and annoys the character and hinders the story but in my opinion this feels very natural and does not hinder at all on the contrary it helps to have an experience quite different from what is customary. My conclusion is that while it is not as good as the first one it was still a very good game and also a very enjoyable game.… Expand
  10. VLStelking
    Jun 26, 2020
    3
    OK gameplay, good graphics, good soundtrack, good animations, awful story and awful characters. And for a game this focused on story, that's just terrible.
  11. LeandroPeres
    Jun 23, 2020
    10
    Um dos melhores jogos do ano, quiçá da atualidade. Impressionante os caprichos e detalhes nas ambientações e narrativas.
  12. Demavend
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    A lot of things like the graphics, animations, environments, and voice actors are undeniably top-notch. Gameplay core is the same but has been much improved. Of particular note is the different ways you can approach every single scenario, from stealth to the different weapons, or even melee (which is actually extremely fun).

    Now to get to the part that is apparently polarizing: the    A lot of things like the graphics, animations, environments, and voice actors are undeniably top-notch. Gameplay core is the same but has been much improved. Of particular note is the different ways you can approach every single scenario, from stealth to the different weapons, or even melee (which is actually extremely fun).

    Now to get to the part that is apparently polarizing: the story. I personally find it a brave effort that is often profound. It's very visceral and made me empathize with characters in a way that I never thought they could do. Having said that, it is certainly not for everybody. It is full of pain, grief, and violence, and that can get exhausting for some. For those that are worried about the polarity in opinion, I think it is probably because the people that are upset wanted a continuation of the same story elements they saw in the first game, but were angry and confused when the game decided to take things in a new direction and explore different themes. My advice would be to relax and let the game tell you the story it wants to tell.

    My 10/10 score for the game is not to say that the game is perfect. No game is perfect. There are certainly problems with the pacing, and the skill trees and upgrades have not evolved enough, but these issues were never enough to detract from my experience with the game.    … Expand
  13. godhulk
    Jun 26, 2020
    0
    Muita lacração, mas de resto é bom, mas não adianta muito isso se a história não comunica com seus fãs.
  14. MoebiusTS
    Jun 26, 2020
    1
    I can’t deny the gameplay itself is fun but the terrible story, pathetic attempt at shock value and awful character development made me regret picking up the controller.

    Just go back and play the first game again. Don’t bother picking this one up.
  15. RobertoSchettin
    Jun 20, 2020
    10
    This game is the peak of this generation and It’ll define next games to come, seriously just play it. I challenge you to find a single flaw that’s not based on your personal opinion on how the story should end, and how much you hate lesbians.
  16. vmrmcarvalho
    Jun 26, 2020
    9
    The Last of Us 2 is, in technical terms, perfect. From visual to sound, soundtrack to perfomances, it's one of the best games ever made. The gameplay is some of the best stealth ever made and rewarding to explore. I also really liked the narrative and the story it told, but I think the fact that you play two characters in big chunks affected the pace of the game a little. The only change IThe Last of Us 2 is, in technical terms, perfect. From visual to sound, soundtrack to perfomances, it's one of the best games ever made. The gameplay is some of the best stealth ever made and rewarding to explore. I also really liked the narrative and the story it told, but I think the fact that you play two characters in big chunks affected the pace of the game a little. The only change I would have liked is if you played the two storys in parallel, like in the first hour. I understand that some story bits will upset some fans, but I feel that it fits in the world ND created and are appropriate for the story it tells. The first LoU is one of my top 3 games all time, and, althout this one is not a 10 in my opinion like its predecessor, it's still delivers a very strong and powerful sequel. A must have for any PS4 owner.… Expand
  17. sebcelaya
    Jun 26, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. not bad, i didn't like playing with abby for a lot of time but the ending was cool… Expand
  18. Sunshine530
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Despite what you might have heard the last of us two is not total trash, it is actually a very well-crafted story paralleling multiple characters in more ways than one with a strong message that Will not only emotionally break you multiple times watching the trials and tribulations of the characters throughout the story, the gameplay is some of the most fun and brutal that I have playedDespite what you might have heard the last of us two is not total trash, it is actually a very well-crafted story paralleling multiple characters in more ways than one with a strong message that Will not only emotionally break you multiple times watching the trials and tribulations of the characters throughout the story, the gameplay is some of the most fun and brutal that I have played long time, while it does not break the mold of gameplay it improves almost everything in the gameplay from last of us one, you must remember this is not your story this is the characters and you were just along for the ride.… Expand
  19. ghostjunk
    Jun 25, 2020
    3
    Not sure what they were thinking making fans wait 7 years to simply pull the unexpected twists they added to this deeply flawed story. It’s one thing to subvert expectations, but if you’re not going to do it well, don’t trade in character logic for shock value. As a genuine huge fan of the first game, I couldn’t be more disappointed with the creative choices made in this disaster of aNot sure what they were thinking making fans wait 7 years to simply pull the unexpected twists they added to this deeply flawed story. It’s one thing to subvert expectations, but if you’re not going to do it well, don’t trade in character logic for shock value. As a genuine huge fan of the first game, I couldn’t be more disappointed with the creative choices made in this disaster of a sequel.… Expand
  20. ApexPredator771
    Jun 26, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The gameplay is good and the graphic too but the story ruined it. Having to watch your favorite character died in a stupid way and you spent 50% of the game as a main antagonist. This game is stupid beyond all things… Expand
  21. Stehole
    Jun 26, 2020
    7
    Story:
    Dark and gritty story with some big pacing problems and weird choices that are out of your control, it will take you on an emotional roller coaster, for better or for worse, love it or hate it.
    Gameplay: Everything just works and has a nice flow to it. Character animations and combat is flawless and fun, combat and stealth can become a little repetitive towards the end but can    Story:
    Dark and gritty story with some big pacing problems and weird choices that are out of your control, it will take you on an emotional roller coaster, for better or for worse, love it or hate it.
    Gameplay:
    Everything just works and has a nice flow to it. Character animations and combat is flawless and fun, combat and stealth can become a little repetitive towards the end but can be remedied by trying different approaches and tactics. Companion AI is a little stupid at times and can break immersion.
    Graphics and environment:
    Absolutely beautiful graphics that really shows what the ps4 can pull off in one of its last big games. The environment and attention detail are amazing, I spent a lot of time just admiring the world as I went through it.    … Expand
  22. Dragoon1010
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Ce jeu est le meilleur que l'on ai pu avoir pour clôturer cette génération de console !
    L'ambiance visuelle et sonore sont tout simplement sublime !

    Le gameplay n'a pas évolué énormément par rapport au premier, si ce n'est en ajoutant quelques mécanique supplémentaire bien sympathique (se coucher par exemple), mais en soit, ce n'est pas ce que j'attends d'un titre comme celui-ci. Je préfère au contraire que le studio garde ce qu'il y a de mieux dans le précédent opus, et c'est ce qu'ils ont fait !

    Concernant les débat qui font que la note est ce qu'elle est aujourd'hui, je trouve cela puéril est surtout invalide.
    Un des personnage lesbienne/gay ? Et alors ? Il est ou le problème ? Le seul problème que je vois, ce sont les c** qui n'acceptent pas qu'une telle chose puisse exister dans un jeu.

    Trop de cinématique ? Que neni ! J'ai trouvé au contraire que des fois, le gameplay tirais un peu en longueur, et des cinématiques en plus n'auraient pas été de refus (cela dit, ce n'est pas un point négatif pour autant).

    Une histoire bancale ? Non, du tout ! Bien au contraire, TLOU II nous amène dans une direction que personne n'aurais imaginé avant. Tout le monde se voyais déjà parcourir les USA avec Ellie et Joel, comme au bon vieux temps. Mais ce serait oublier que TLOU se passe dans un environnement violent et détruit par un infection virulente !

    De plus, celui-ci nous questionne sur deux points très important :
    - Notre relation avec la vengeance ;
    - Démontrer que dans le monde, tout n'est pas tout noir ou tout blanc, qu'il n'y a pas de bien et de mal, mais au contraire une très grosse nuance des deux en une seule instance.

    Abby n'est pas méchante, elle a fait des choix car elle a vécu des choses qui l'ont mise face à ces choix. De même pour Ellie, qui n'est pas méchante non plus, mais qui souhaite se venger suite à la mort d'un être cher.

    En fait, Abby et Ellie vivent exactement la même situation toutes les deux. Leurs père (ou de coeur) a été froidement abattu, et elles demandent vengeance.

    Bref, titre énorme, je ne regrette pas d'avoir perdu 30h de mon temps dessus, et je m'en vais de ce pas en perde 40 de plus en survivant+ !

    Et f*** les rageux :D    … Expand
  23. adrianowa
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    IT is the best game for PS4! I love it, ist's a super game!!!!!!
  24. Kristinarechits
    Jun 26, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Восхитительно. Эмоционально.
    Понимаю, фанатов игры, которые ждали 7 лет, чтобы поиграть, а получили совсем не то, что ожидали. Но это не отменяет того факта, что игра и с технической стороны, и сюжета очень сильна. Абсолютно не жалею потраченные 30+ часов геймплея, оно того стоило.
    Ни одна игра у меня не вызывала такой привязанности к героям : к главным и второстепенным.
    Я все еще под впечатлением.
    Tlou 2 разбила мне сердце.    … Expand
  25. kevinek
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Incredibly done game that plays with pleasure. Technical aspect done masterfully and story subjectively felt very well done as well for me.
  26. ndave
    Jun 26, 2020
    6
    Graphics and audio: Top notch
    Gameplay: Good
    Story: Why?!

    After I finished the game I was just sitting there, asking myself, what the hell? That's it? No... can't be...
  27. Sandiha
    Jun 26, 2020
    3
    Worst experience i've ever had in gaming, they really couldn't have come out with a worse story for the sequel. Whoever wrote the story should be fired, totally ruined one of the best franchises in gaming.
  28. StrawVerry
    Jun 23, 2020
    10
    Great game. Great plot twist. Hope TLOU2 win the game of the year. There's just a lot of hatewagons out there
  29. oliverbennett74
    Jun 26, 2020
    2
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Мне дали ложную надежду, что Элли будет путешествовать с Джоэлом хотя бы до середины игры, но в реальности Джоэл не прожил и двух часов. Если бы я знала, что Джоэло убьют, в первые часы игры, я бы не стала покупать игру. Зачем вводить в заблуждение? Зачем показывать в трейлере Джоэла, а потом менять его на Джесси? Что за вранье? Я ненавижу разработчиков, которые создают не правдивые трейлеры, играют на моих чувствах в ожидании игры. Я хочу забить эту игру, как страшный сон. Лжецы.… Expand
  30. CPD98
    Jun 26, 2020
    9
    Una secuela valiente y arriesgada que pone una brecha de oro a la generación. Sus mecánicas jugables son geniales y su apartado técnico es de otro mundo, con las mejores animaciones faciales de la actualidad y unos escenarios variados y visualmente imponentes.

    Es un juego largo y, a pesar de sus altibajos, es absolutamente imprescindible. Basta decir que las críticas con un suspenso son    Una secuela valiente y arriesgada que pone una brecha de oro a la generación. Sus mecánicas jugables son geniales y su apartado técnico es de otro mundo, con las mejores animaciones faciales de la actualidad y unos escenarios variados y visualmente imponentes.

    Es un juego largo y, a pesar de sus altibajos, es absolutamente imprescindible. Basta decir que las críticas con un suspenso son poco más que una broma que ni debería tenerse en cuenta. Naughty Dog no ha ido a lo fácil, y eso es de aplaudir.    … Expand
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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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