The Last of Us Part II

 PlayStation 4
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5.8

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  3. Negative: 68,475 out of 161975
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  1. Richardgroy
    Jun 21, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Apart of the forced controversy created by ND about their Agenda, the need of an “opene mind” to play and enjoy I must to say that I never mind any more If Joel dies, I Ellie is gay, if Abby is a genetic photosop male with a girl layer mask on his/her face and the graphics are better than ever and so.

    After 15 hours of gameplay at survival mode (I made four runs of the first part at grounded mode) I would be terrible bored playing if this were about Ellie and Joel, the actuals nor the modified, trying to save the babe of Ellie with a non letal vacune on him.

    Naugthy Dog is just the same since Uncharted One, an older, boring, saddist CGI that love to treat bad to the gamers that look for a real deal playing at max. The same boring scenes, or you shot kill everyone or you just get the trigger scape with a fast run.

    TLOU2 is a boring game, with boring plots, nor one of them gets you on the shoes of anyone, you just don’t enjoy any situation. Maybe the Seattle underground was the best for me.

    Easier than the first TLOU this game do not offered to me any kind of interest or motivation to play till the end. It’s terrible long, unnecessary long, but having spend 15 hour to get to the 10% of the story knowing that the next 80% I will be forced to play with Abby, a ramdon NCP which destiny I won’t ever care is a No Man I’m done Sir now!

    This is the worst plot story ever made, supported under weaks fundaments like:
    Joel: Omg I lied to Ellie
    Ellie: He lied to me
    Dina: You lied to me about your immunity
    Jess: You lied to me about you were pregnant
    Ellie: Agree
    Abby: agree but about the ex of my boyfriend

    This is stupid, ridiculous, shilly, lazy, boring.

    But forgetting the plots, the characters, the storytelling, the gameplay is just the older boring Naughty Dogs it's been doing long time ago.

    I forgot it for Uncharted 4 and TLOU 1 because the plot and the characters and their quest and conflict, but thanks to this twists I can say that the big problem is that ND loves to treat very very bad to the gamers and that’s because I rank to 0.

    Forget about this Sony and ND and that God forgive them.    … Expand
  2. onegreyself
    Jun 21, 2020
    0
    This game could have been great but it simply isn't, why? here's why:

    1) Using Joel's death as a plot device for the story to develop into a generic revenge story that doesn't even work because you never get to avenge Joel. 2) Using Joel's death for mere shock value early in the game to build up a sense of hate towards Abby. This scene is even used as a jumpscare moment at the final    This game could have been great but it simply isn't, why? here's why:

    1) Using Joel's death as a plot device for the story to develop into a generic revenge story that doesn't even work because you never get to avenge Joel.

    2) Using Joel's death for mere shock value early in the game to build up a sense of hate towards Abby. This scene is even used as a jumpscare moment at the final stages of the game.

    3) introducing Abby as a villain character for killing Joel after she gets saved by him and then forcing people to sympathize with her actions later on after the deed is done. 4)This entire story feels forced and not believable. How? Because there are countless moments that are not realistic and I'm referring to moments where Abby or other characters should have died but still manage to survive no matter what. Another moment where characters act out of character. If you think Joel's death was realistic then you're also saying that this game is only realistic for specific moments. Because if it wasn't the case then we wouldn't have the same story.

    5) rather than exploring other more interesting areas of the plot like ( Ellie's immunity, Ellie's mom, and how she got to the fireflies, finding out more about the origin of this virus, addressing Joel's lie at the end of the game. *I know that this was barely included but it wasn't enough at all. It was a flashback ffs*etc...) There are lots of directions they could have pursued but instead, we get to explore Ellie's sexuality by adding Dina, which doesn't add anything to the story or its characters. We also got rid of Joel just so we can transform the story into a generic revenge plot with no derivable morals or messages.

    Now, I'm going to propose some ideas that I think could have bettered this "sequel".

    Starting the game with the flashback sequences we got. This way we can see both Ellie and Abby's development. This way, we can understand Abby's decisions and reasoning.
    if the game starts with the flashbacks and have those sequences stretched out a bit then the actual start of this game in winter would be around halfway through the game and then there are some changes you could add like making Abby a more conflicted character by making her question her initial goal ( which is to kill Joel ) after she gets saved by him. This way, Abby becomes a multi-layered character with a complex personality unlike the Robot she is in this game. Still, even if after all that...she kills Joel, then people wouldn't feel shocked about it because they would be expecting it. The entire scene wouldn't be as abrupt or undeserved. They could introduce themes of forgiveness and hope and that would create a perfect emotional balance with the violence and hopelessness of this world. This would also achieve the goal of intriguing players on choosing who is good or bad. After all, isn't that what Neil wanted to achieve with his story. Well... He clearly failed cuz most players wanna destroy Abby and no one else. Finally, I would suggest getting rid of characters like Dina or Jesse. Because while they sometimes brighten the mood a bit, their role is practically non essentially to the plot progression nor for the development or growth of the characters. I would rather make them inflict changes to the story or impact/ influence Ellie in some drastic way causing her to act in a certain way.

    This is unfortunate...
    The last of us is more than this.
    I mean...we went from focusing on the emotional journey and the intimate relationship between Joel and Ellie which developed organically, to this meaninglessly violent story that bears no identity from the original game.
    I could slap a random title on it like" The Bigots Of Us" and I wouldn't even recognize it as a sequel to the first installment XD.
    The original game was special and bittersweet. Whereas, this one is just bitter, meaningless, and incapable of evoking those meaningful and striking story beats that the first game had.

    Man, I could go on and on about how much of a disappointment this is compared to the first one and Don't get me started with how they false advertised this game by replacing Characters and changing models just so they can deceive us into thinking that Joel will be alive at least throughout half of the game lol. And without addressing all the identity politics and feminist ideas that Neil introduced like deciding to create a manly looking female because he feels that female video game characters are sexualized... Anyways, the point is **** this game, and if you like it then good for you but honestly ... the only part that was genuinely enjoyable is the flashback sequences with Ellie and Joel. For me, those moments are a tease for the perfect sequel we deserved but unfortunately will never be able to get unless, by a miracle, this game gets remade.
    Now if you'll excuse me I need to get me some bigot sandwiches if u know what I mean. Peace out.    … Expand
  3. andres38
    Jun 21, 2020
    10
    juegazoooooooooooo

    graficos 10
    historia 10
    animaciones 10
    es un juego espectacular ... los comentarios negativos es porque No lo han jugado.
  4. lordofstarfall
    Jun 21, 2020
    10
    I loved it. A huge upgrade over the first game, with an even more thought provoking story. The non-linear structure of it was odd at first, but it grew on me. The gameplay is tense, fun, and challenging. This is easily the best looking game I’ve played. The characters look photorealistic, helping the incredible performance. This game has beautiful environments, with tons of atmosphere.I loved it. A huge upgrade over the first game, with an even more thought provoking story. The non-linear structure of it was odd at first, but it grew on me. The gameplay is tense, fun, and challenging. This is easily the best looking game I’ve played. The characters look photorealistic, helping the incredible performance. This game has beautiful environments, with tons of atmosphere. Must play.… Expand
  5. Soyuz
    Jun 21, 2020
    2
    Обидно конечно! Огромное количество работы слито убогим сценарием и еще более ужасной повесткой. Дракманна в угол за такое непотребство!
  6. Veronicaaa
    Jun 21, 2020
    1
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. - They killed the main and favorite character in the game.
    - Cruelly.
    - He surrendered without being able to defend himself and die with honor.
    - In front of his daughter, he saved and adopted, which is why she also saved him.
    - The game sensualizes her unnecessarily, she still looks like a girl.
    - Discouraging focus on her sexuality.
    - The player has to control Joel's killer.
    - Ellie is very weak as a protagonist.
    - All this to turn the story into an activist agenda. What a # @ & %% ¥ sadistic, voyeuristic script Naughty Dog.    … Expand
  7. Neyrash
    Jun 21, 2020
    9
    One of the best games of this generation, currently a GOTY candidate, alongside Doom Eternal and Half Life Alyx.
  8. Hunter2511
    Jun 21, 2020
    9
    Everyone is entitled to there own opinions and if you played the game and didn’t enjoy gameplay, story etc for whatever reasons that’s totally respectable. But review bombing is pathetic and 90% if not more of these user reviews are based on hate people have for LGBT , Sony , Naughty dog and a character you have 0 ownership over meeting a sad end etc and nothing to do with the gameEveryone is entitled to there own opinions and if you played the game and didn’t enjoy gameplay, story etc for whatever reasons that’s totally respectable. But review bombing is pathetic and 90% if not more of these user reviews are based on hate people have for LGBT , Sony , Naughty dog and a character you have 0 ownership over meeting a sad end etc and nothing to do with the game itself and I honestly think those people should be checked up on and need giving a big cuddle before they are old enough to leave the house by themselves at night. Like I said it’s totally okay for people to rate the game low after legitimately not enjoying it and we can all share a opinions on a normal way beyond **** memes and toxic abuse towards either side that thinks differently. I myself personally loved the game but hey that’s just me.… Expand
  9. HardMode88
    Jun 21, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Lol to the Users score of TLOU2 garnering review bombing from gamers who haven’t really REVIEWED the game at all. These brats just wanted to make a fuss. The game is great and you can’t do anything to bring this good game down.… Expand
  10. LENIC
    Jun 21, 2020
    0
    이런 엔딩보려고 기다린게아니다 전판 주인공이된 플레이어들을 엿먹이는 게임
  11. ZmeuYa
    Jun 21, 2020
    10
    Its very good game. Dont listen toxic post. I see very good graphic, interesting story line, good character and good job voice actors. Many post there people type before finish game. Sad see how toxic destroy game rating
  12. caruto99
    Jun 21, 2020
    0
    Muy mal juego muy feo para su época traen caca en el cerebro ,me da tristeza ver cómo no lo he jugado jaja y ya se puedo hacer este tipo de críticas jeje saludos desde mi hogar
  13. Drc_yamato
    Jun 21, 2020
    10
    Juego excelente, de 10
    Historia entretenida y que mantiene el nivel a lo largo del desarrollo
    Graficas que sacan el máximo de la ps4
    Sonido 3D, muy buen trabajado
  14. dkl31
    Jun 21, 2020
    9
    Il est excellent , gameplay au top , scénario excellent , rien a dire , merci ND
  15. leictreon
    Jun 21, 2020
    0
    this is **** how come people enjoy this crap? don't buy it, there are better options out there.
  16. Xenophon2000
    Jun 21, 2020
    10
    Ein absolut herausragendes Spiel. Eines der besten Spiele, die ich je gespielt habe. Dank an die Macher und Sony für ein tolles Singleplayer-Erlebnis. Das ist ja leider selten geworden heutzutage.
  17. Scottaliza
    Jun 21, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I really love the graphics, the gameplay but WHY IN THE WORLD WOULD THE GAME SLAP IT'S AGENDA TO ME?! I'm living here in asia and we don't have any sjw problems here or whatsoever so please keep it to yourself!… Expand
  18. Naderhakim
    Jun 21, 2020
    0
    It was a great game 6 years ago but now it became a revenge game and there is plenty of them .
    We used to love the last of us for the story and the chemistrie between the caracters and now there is non so i ll say good bye to a great game RIP
  19. geostat
    Jun 21, 2020
    10
    Im not homophobic but im totally disappointed from the gay agenda of the sequel to one of my favorite games... After all i hope they going to get the message..
  20. sonygamer
    Jun 21, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It's a very boring game, A stupid AI is a game for oblivion, Clearly, he doesn't deserve those positive ratings that he has… Expand
  21. Montes_
    Jun 21, 2020
    4
    Ожидал от игры лучшего сюжета, им расстроен больше всего, особенно концовкой, нет слов на сколько я расстроен.
    Геймплей не особо чем-то отличается от первой части, но играть было интересно.
    Графика красивая. Если даже третья часть и будет, я может быть посмотрю прохождение, покупать точно не буду.    Ожидал от игры лучшего сюжета, им расстроен больше всего, особенно концовкой, нет слов на сколько я расстроен.
    Геймплей не особо чем-то отличается от первой части, но играть было интересно.
    Графика красивая.
    Если даже третья часть и будет, я может быть посмотрю прохождение, покупать точно не буду.
  22. anoniem12345678
    Jun 21, 2020
    4
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. SPOILER ALERT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
    the last of us is about joel and ellie their are the last of us without them it just can't be and since joel is dying there is already 1 person gone I thought ok we are now just going to play as ellie for the rest of the game but no you must play as abby that really ruins the whole game why do you play if her plays nothing on anyone cares about her the story is not right you don't feel a click with the characters it seems like some scenes are missing because then ellie sees someone get hung up and cut open and then in the next scene she's flirting with dina come on a little bit apart part 2 should just have been about ellie's uniqueness that was much better than this it's totally ruined and seriously ellie sacrificed so much to abby and then let them go so stupid
    there were a few points that I liked about the game
    1.graffics
    2. the relationship of ellie and dina
    3. the pieces that you will be playing the guitar
    4. characters that sing
    5. gameplay
    just say the story is just not true at all they ruined it by killing joel and it is not running at all gronologically this game could have been much better than this, wondering if part 3 will come and if so what about it because ellie has nothing and nobody more and i think if you dont have play the first game that you would like this because you dont have the conection whit joel and ellie    … Expand
  23. Cubanski
    Jun 21, 2020
    3
    Just doesn't do it for me. Sure it looks flashy, but it misses the mark on hitting that emotional bit of me.
    Seems overly forced and pompous :)
  24. ZeKomissar
    Jun 21, 2020
    0
    8 years for a jump button and a dodge button? Wow the game looks great but it plays almost identically to the one from 2012.
  25. ScoobySnack73
    Jun 21, 2020
    10
    Fantastic game. My all time favorite together with tlou1 The gameplay is great! And the story is horrific, emotional and very sweet.
  26. spyshyguy
    Jun 21, 2020
    2
    Very poor story telling purely for shock factor. Favourite characters became unrecognisable.
    Game is beautiful but it’s easily forgotten as you continue on with a story that becomes more and more unsatisfying to complete.
    My honest opinion? Forget this game happened and tell myself the 1st game was a stand-alone game.
    Such wasted potential.
  27. Far_Q
    Jun 21, 2020
    1
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Last of us 2 is a great looking game but good looks do not make up for a terrible personality.… Expand
  28. ZephyrKing
    Jun 21, 2020
    0
    It breaks my heart to write this, but I really did not expect such a poor story after all these years of waiting. From the midle of the game gameplay becomes boring and monotonous. Disappointment of the Year!
  29. TLOU2ISGARBAGE
    Jun 21, 2020
    0
    Another huge disconnect between the public that plays these games, and the "journalists" that are paid to give a perfect score.

    You're not fooling anyone with your "IGN 10/10". Treat this "game" as a wallpaper generator and you've got your partial money's worth(stunning visuals; hi5 to all the poor workers that were forced to work grueling hours to help this steaming pile see the light    Another huge disconnect between the public that plays these games, and the "journalists" that are paid to give a perfect score.

    You're not fooling anyone with your "IGN 10/10". Treat this "game" as a wallpaper generator and you've got your partial money's worth(stunning visuals; hi5 to all the poor workers that were forced to work grueling hours to help this steaming pile see the light of day), anything beyond that and your disappointment will be monumental.

    Neil, I know you were hoping for a perfect score from the people that weren't paid to review it, but you ended up with 3.4(so far, hopefully hitting that 0 mark soon). I hope we subverted your expectations too. Rest in pepperonis, TLOU franchise.    … Expand
  30. Danieldj1911
    Jun 21, 2020
    5
    Amazing game , this game it's no made for snowflake "gamers" , amazing gameplay , graphics and history. 10/10
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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
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  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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