Pickups: 267 – The Last Of Us Part TwoJuly 16, 2025 admin
The Last Of Us Part Two: Remastered – Sony Playstation 5 (2024)
The Last of Us Part II Remastered on PS5 offers a definitive way to experience Naughty Dog’s acclaimed and often controversial sequel. The story picks up five years after the original, following Ellie as her peaceful life in Jackson is shattered by a violent event, leading her on a relentless and morally complex journey of revenge. The narrative is known for its dual perspectives, including that of Abby, and explores themes of trauma, violence, and the cyclical nature of vengeance, which proved divisive among players but was widely praised by critics for its bold storytelling. Gameplay-wise, the remaster builds on the original’s acclaimed blend of stealth, brutal combat, and exploration in a post-apocalyptic world filled with both infected and desperate human factions. The PS5 version features graphical enhancements like native 4K output in Fidelity Mode, improved texture resolution, shadow quality, and faster loading times. Crucially, it fully integrates DualSense controller features, offering haptic feedback and adaptive triggers for a more immersive experience. New to this version is “No Return,” a roguelike survival mode that offers randomized encounters and playable characters with unique traits, and “Lost Levels,” providing early development insights with developer commentary. The game received “universal acclaim” from critics, with a Metacritic score of 90/100, though user reception remains more mixed due to the story’s challenging themes and narrative choices. Critics largely lauded the graphical upgrades, DualSense integration, and especially the replayability offered by the “No Return” mode, solidifying its place as a technically enhanced and content-rich package for both new players and returning fans.