The Last of Us Part II
Most streamers rate The Last of Us Part II a mixed bag.
19 streamer verdicts· Released 2020-06-19Independent creators only · sponsored coverage never counts
Streamer Verdicts
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Technically refined with stunning visuals but story feels disconnected from original.
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Heavily criticized for deceptive marketing and narrative designed to upset fans. Tears down beloved characters.
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Masterpiece in narrative and graphics but gameplay progression hindered by excessive looting.
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A weaker follow-up whose stealth-loot-shoot loop feels tired and outdated, with too few new enemies, anemic environmental puzzles, and stubbornly dumb AI despite excellent difficulty options. The world design, level layouts, and visuals are stunning and arguably best-in-class, and combat systems combine well, but the bleak, drawn-out revenge story and unbelievable character decisions undercut everything that made the first game beloved.
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Beautifully acted and visually impressive but undermined by fragmented pacing and poor narrative structure.
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AJ discussion: critical of narrative pacing and characters but praises gameplay and tech achievement.
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Hell of a ride with stunning visuals, tense combat and bold story; gameplay loses impact over its lengthy runtime.
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Essential, emotionally devastating sequel with breathtaking world, tense combat and incredible storytelling; combat slightly forgiving.
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Yahtzee condemns TLOU2 for its excessive length, muddled narrative about revenge, and lack of meaningful character development despite its emotional premise.
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Tragic, heartbreaking exploration of the consequences of the first game. Abby is fantastic; Ellie/Abby dynamic powerful. Some actions lack real consequences.
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The Last of Us / - is a masterpieceOriginal · English
there are elements of greatness in here and there are moments when the gameplay truly shines but is it really worth it for just how dreadful you're gonna feel for the majority of this experience and at a time when the world is going to [ __ ] I just don't think this is the kind of game we needOriginal · English
despite my misgivings about its conclusion and that it maybe just maybe outstays it's welcome it's still an absolute masterpieceOriginal · English
Last of Us part two is a masterpiece and I don't use the term lightlyOriginal · English
with the last of his part to Naughty Dog have crafted yet another masterpiece of storytelling and game design that will be remembered for years to come
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I'm telling you this game for me I'm saying it right now this is my opinion his game of the year
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in my humble opinion I did not think last of us part two justified its existence
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but beyond this the rest of the game is actually very very good and I will insist on that till the day I dieAbout
- Released
- 2020-06-19
- Genre
- Shooter, Adventure
Creator Mentions · 6
The Completionist😐 mixed
WatchOur analysis
The Last of Us 2 improves upon the original with refined stealth, combat, and exploration mechanics, but stumbles significantly in its narrative structure and character development. While the gameplay is excellent and worth completing, the story attempts to do too much with too many underdeveloped characters and poorly executed thematic parallels.
- GGrayKiddo😐 mixedWatch
Our analysis
A technically polished game with strong animations and some compelling story moments, but undermined by controversial plot decisions, weak character development in the main narrative, and thematic execution that the reviewer finds problematic. The game's strength lies in its flashback sequences and detailed world-building for secondary characters.
- PPlano de Juego😐 mixedWatch
Our analysis
An ambitious narrative subversion that deliberately generates conflicting emotions in the player to explore themes of revenge, meaning-making, and moral ambiguity. While the game's design is intentional and thematically coherent, it prioritizes emotional discomfort and narrative risk over traditional player satisfaction.
- ぐぐう実況ゲーム紹介ch😐 mixedWatch
Our analysis
The creator finds the game to be a profoundly ambitious and emotionally impactful narrative work that successfully challenges storytelling conventions, but marred by significant execution flaws—particularly poor pacing of Abby's storyline, questionable handling of Joel's death, and unnecessary LGBTQ+ elements that undermine rather than enhance the game's themes.
- HHyperBitHero👍 positiveWatch
Our analysis
The Last of Us Part II successfully fulfills many promises made for the original game through significantly improved combat AI, expanded mechanics, and detailed enemy interactions. Despite narrative pacing criticisms and some remaining issues, the creator considers it one of the standout games of the generation.
- SSheshounet😐 mixedWatchTranslated from French
bon vous l'aurez compris the last of us 2 est un jeu potable
DLC & Expansions
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