PS5
The Last of Us Part II Remastered
PS5 Details
- Native PS5 application
- Yes
Details
- Genre
- Release Date
- January 19, 2024
- Metacritic Score
- 90
Reviews
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Good
- The Last of Us Part 2 Remastered represents a technically modest leap
- The game now comes in at a full native 4K resolution
- Support for Variable Refresh Rate
- Sharper image with a stable 60 frames per second screen update
- Improved lighting, shadow and texture resolutions
- Improved Level of Detail distance
- New single-player, roguelike survival game mode
- Randomised parameters making every battle unique
- Available valuable upgrades for weapons and characters
- Inclusion of new characters, skins, run types and modifications
- New set of developer commentaries
- Three playable 'lost' levels
Bad
- The Last of Us Part 2 Remastered is less consistent and struggles during scenes
- Visual upgrades are not as stark as in The Last of Us Part I
- Without significant time having passed, many changes might go unnoticed
- Changes are only modestly improved over the PS4 version of the game
Good
- Remastered for PlayStation 5
- Subtle tweaks improved texture quality
- New Fidelity Mode increased resolution
- Character models are incredibly detailed
- Roguelike mode added new content and challenge
- Between stages improvements in abilities
- Deleted scenes and director commentary offer insight
- Guitar Free Play mode has more options
Bad
- Understated improvements
- Short grass looks outdated
- Unlocks through challenges could be repetitive
- Lack of initial options in roguelike mode
- The way enemies spawn limits strategic planning
- Roguelike mode isn't optimized
- New content is niche and depends on interest in game development
Good
- Masterpiece with shocking, heart-wrenching tale
- Subverted sequel expectations
- Original campaign is a bold gaming experience
- New content added in remastered version
- Visual and performance enhancements
- New skins for Ellie and Abby
- New speedrun mode, concept art, behind-the-scenes levels
- Survival roguelike mode called No Return
- Guitar Free Play mode
- Better visuals and performance
- Performance and quality mode options
- Boosted frame rate
- Haptic feedback and adaptive triggers make gameplay immersive
- Lost Levels provide insight on game development
- No Return survival mode is chaotic and tense
- Paced game progression in No Return
- Ten different characters to play in No Return
- Six difficulty levels
Bad
- Visual upgrade may not justify the price
- Lost Levels' content is short
- No Return doesn't sufficiently prepare players for bosses
- Completion of No Return leaves only challenge completion
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Videos
PlayStation
The Last of Us Part II Remastered - Accolades Trailer | PS5 Games
PlayStation
The Last of Us Part II Remastered - Launch Trailer | PS5 Games
Digital Foundry
The Last of Us Part 2 Remastered PS5 - DF Tech Review - A Worthy Upgrade?
PlayStation Access
The Last of Us Part II Remastered - Who Will Survive No Return?
PlayStation Access
The Last of Us Part II Remastered - No Return Mode Gameplay Explained
PlayStation
The Last of Us Part II Remastered - No Return Mode Trailer | PS5 Games
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