The Last of Us 2 review (no spoilers): PS4's most anticipated release delivers on the promise of the first, but only half the time

The Last of Us 2 review (no spoilers): PS4's most anticipated release delivers on the promise of the first, but only half the time
By André Pusey

The Last of Us 2 review (no spoilers): PS4's most anticipated release delivers on the promise of the first, but only half the time

Graphics - Score 98

Image from The Last of Us 2 review (no spoilers): PS4's most anticipated release delivers on the promise of the first, but only half the time
expand image

Sound - Score 98

Is Naughty Dog making a PS5 expansion for The Last Of Us Part 2, like Spider-Man Miles Morales?
expand image

Gameplay - Score 92

TLOU2 Factions: When will TLOU2 factions come out, what will it show, who will you play as, will it be on PS5?
expand image

Story - Score 80

Image from The Last of Us 2 review (no spoilers): PS4's most anticipated release delivers on the promise of the first, but only half the time
expand image

Our Score

Pros

  • The sound and graphics are impeccable, pushing the PS4 to its limits
  • Several much-needed gameplay mechanics are added and enhanced
  • Naughty Dog made a number of bold decisions, most of which pay off

Cons

  • The dual-protagonist storyline is a bit unbalanced and sloppily constructed
  • New enemies and threats are introduced, but arguably not utilised enough
  • Holding triangle all the time to open doors is nothing but tedious