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Naughty Dog has released an update for The Last of Us Part II remastered on PS5 and PC, introducing a new Chronological Mode that allows players to experience the story in chronological order, offering a fresh perspective and new gameplay dynamics, though it may feel pacing-wise different from the original non-linear structure.
The article discusses the artistic value of violence in 'The Last Of Us Part II' and reflects on the broader debate about video games as an art form, emphasizing personal enjoyment over critics' opinions.
The author, a disabled gamer, shares their experience using PlayStation's Access Controller to play The Last of Us Part II and God of War Ragnarok. While the controller offers customization options, its circular shape and size present challenges for players with limited reach or small hands. Despite extensive accessibility options in the games, the author struggles to fully immerse themselves due to the controller's limitations, emphasizing the need for inclusive hardware and software design to truly accommodate disabled players.
Laura Bailey, who played Abby in The Last of Us Part II, revealed that she received death threats and harassment, including threats against her son, due to her character's actions in the game. The online abuse she experienced is part of a larger pattern of harassment faced by public-facing women in the video game industry. The documentary Grounded II: The Making of The Last of Us Part II sheds light on the backlash and threats directed at Bailey, highlighting the toxic behavior that can arise from passionate fan communities.
Naughty Dog's behind-the-scenes documentary "Grounded II: Making The Last of Us Part II" will be released on February 2 at 12PM ET on YouTube and as part of a downloadable patch for the game. The documentary will delve into the challenging development cycle of the game, including issues such as employee crunch, multiple delays, and dealing with leaked spoilers and the Covid-19 outbreak. Fans can expect insights into the controversial narrative choices and the impact of the leaks on the game's launch, although the documentary may present a sanitized version of the truth.
The Last of Us Part II Remastered includes three pre-alpha state levels that were originally cut from the game, and this walkthrough provides guidance on accessing and completing these Lost Levels, as well as finding all the developer commentary bubbles. Players can access the Lost Levels from the main menu under "Making Of" without needing to replay the story, but it requires purchasing TLOU 2 Remastered.
This week's essential game tips include the upcoming release of The Last of Us Part II Remastered with a new roguelike mode, and the highly anticipated Final Fantasy VII Rebirth slated for February 29, 2024. The article also covers essential lore for Final Fantasy VII and upcoming additions to the Game Pass library, while providing advice for playing the new modes and remastered versions.
No Return is a challenging roguelike game mode in The Last of Us Part 2 Remastered, featuring specially designed game modes, randomized weapons and equipment, and penalizing modifications. IGN has compiled over 21 essential tips and tricks to help players endure and survive the mode, including planning routes, choosing mods carefully, playing to character strengths, gathering resources, utilizing countdowns, creating custom runs, and strategically completing challenges. The guide also emphasizes the importance of stealth, resource management, and utilizing the hideout and trading post for upgrades and items.
Sony is issuing refunds to players who purchased the full-price version of The Last of Us Part II Remastered and also own the PS4 version, as confusion arose regarding the $10 upgrade path for the PS5 version. This move is seen as a gesture of goodwill, but it's likely an attempt to preempt a flood of refund requests and customer support issues.
The Last of Us Part II Remastered introduces new skins and a roguelike mode, featuring video game t-shirts for Ellie and Abby based on Sony first-party and third-party games. Despite the post-apocalyptic setting, video games still exist in the game's universe, sparking a debate on whose video game collection would be preferred in the post-apocalypse. The article also discusses the timeline inconsistencies of the featured games and expresses a preference for Ellie's game shirts in the first game.
"The Last of Us Part II Remastered" introduces a new feature called "No Return," stripping away the narrative and emotion of the original game to focus on post-apocalyptic action figures and combat scenarios. Despite the controversy surrounding the game's narrative, "No Return" showcases the well-designed stealth action gameplay and visual updates, making it worth a $10 upgrade for PlayStation 4 owners. The cancellation of a multiplayer project hints at what could have been, while the upcoming HBO TV show ensures that discussions about the game's story will continue.
The Last of Us Part II Remastered for PlayStation 5 will feature a new mode called No Return, a roguelite adventure where players choose from 10 playable characters and battle a randomized series of combat encounters. The mode was conceived after Naughty Dog decided to update the sequel and wanted to challenge players to constantly change their tactics and behaviors. No Return offers a blend of the game's exceptional combat with video game-y elements, such as health symbols exploding out of enemies and level modifiers like invisible enemies. The mode also includes boss battles, resource chests, AI companions, and mystery zones. Completing challenges unlocks new characters, outfits, mods, weapons, recipes, and more. The Last of Us Part II Remastered launches on January 19 for PlayStation 5.
Naughty Dog's upcoming remastered version of The Last of Us Part II for PlayStation 5 will feature a new roguelike mode called No Return, similar to Resident Evil's Mercenaries. The mode allows players to choose from a variety of characters, each with their own unique load-outs and playstyles. Players will fight waves of enemies in different locales from the game, including the opportunity to battle the Rat King boss as any character. The Last of Us Part II Remastered will be released on January 19, and owners of the PS4 version can upgrade to the PS5 version for $10.
The Last of Us Part II Remastered is set to release exclusively on PlayStation 5 on January 19, 2024, featuring enhanced graphics, new modes including a roguelike survival mode called No Return, playable guitar with a Free Play mode, new Lost Levels, director's commentary, DualSense features, and additional accessibility options. Players who already own the game on PlayStation 4 can upgrade to the digital version for $10.
Sony has officially announced The Last of Us Part II Remastered for PS5, set to launch on January 19th. The remaster will include graphical improvements, a new roguelike survival mode called "No Return," the ability to explore cut content, and full DualSense controller functionality. Players who own the PS4 version can upgrade for $10 and transfer their save data. The remaster also features "Lost Levels" and a "Guitar Free Play" mode. The release date is yet to be announced.