Three days before the release, the embargo on the publication of reviews of The Last of Us Part II remaster by Naughty Dog was lifted. The announcement of the 2020 re-release of the game received conflicting reviews from the public, but the Western press was delighted with it.
The journalists wrote that The Last of Us Part II is still one of the best games in history, which has great gameplay to this day. VGC reviewer Jordan Middler added that fans will get more than just a 10$ patch.
The Last of Us Part II Remastered is the best way to play one of the best games ever made. The great bonus content and visual bells and whistles make the 10$ more than worth it, and it’s just the excuse you need to get back to this modern masterpiece.
The media praised the inclusion of cut levels, graphical improvements, and the No Return roguelike mode in The Last of Us Part II Remastered. The latter was called very interesting and allowing for a deeper exploration of the local combat system.
Evaluations:
- VGC — 5/5
- Metro GameCentral — 9/10
- Destructoid — 9/10
- TheSixthAxis — 8/10
- God is a Geek — 10/10
- Push Square — 9/10
- Press Start — 9.5/10
A large trailer demonstrating the novelties of the reissue was also posted online:
The Last of Us Part II for PS5 will go on sale on 19 January. The upgrade for owners of the original costs 10$. The total cost of the re-release is 49.99$.
New no-return mode is already in the game
This mode, developed by Naughty Dog, offers a unique bagel-style survival experience, offering players to try on the role of different protagonists, each with their own distinctive playstyle and a wide range of weapons.
What’s new in No Return?
In the No Return mode, players will find themselves in completely random locations, facing unpredictable enemies and creatures. The main goal is to run around different locations, taking part in long battles with enemies. This mode isn’t just about survival; it’s about unlocking new characters, weapons, and content as you progress. But No Return is not the only new feature in the updated version. The game also contains three game levels cut from the original game, with commentary from the developers.
In addition, there is a new guitar freestyle mode in which players can unlock instruments and complete some unfinished levels that were not included in the original game. Developer commentaries on these levels, major campaign cutscenes, and a fast run mode add depth to the gameplay.
For those who already have The Last of Us Part II on PS4, we have good news. You can upgrade to the updated digital version for just 10$. In addition, players have the option to transfer their saves from the original version to the updated version, ensuring a smooth transition to the new experience.
