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The Last of Us Part II

The Last of Us Part II is a 2020 action-adventure, survival horror video game developed by Naughty Dog and published by Sony Interactive Entertainment.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

The Last of Us Part II is a 2020 action-adventure, survival horror video game developed by Naughty Dog and published by Sony Interactive Entertainment. It is the sequel to The Last of Us and follows Ellie and Abby in a post-apocalyptic United States. The game was originally released for PlayStation 4 and later remastered for PlayStation 5 and Windows.

Gameplay

The game uses a third-person perspective and blends action, stealth, and survival horror elements. Players navigate post-apocalyptic environments while fighting infected creatures and hostile human enemies.

Plot

Set after the events of The Last of Us, the story follows Ellie and Abby in separate but connected arcs. The narrative is driven by revenge, conflict, and the consequences of violence in a collapsed society.

Release and versions

The original release was for PlayStation 4 in June 2020. A remastered edition later launched for PlayStation 5 in January 2024 and for Windows in April 2025.

Reception

The game was widely acclaimed by critics and received numerous awards, including major game-of-the-year honours. It is commonly regarded as one of the most significant games of its generation.

Key facts

  • The game is a sequel to The Last of Us and is set several years after the first game.
  • Its story centres on Ellie and Abby, whose narratives intersect in a conflict-driven post-apocalyptic setting.
  • Gameplay is presented from a third-person perspective and combines stealth, firearms, improvised weapons, and exploration.
  • A remastered version was released for PlayStation 5 in 2024 and later for Windows in 2025.
  • The game received major critical recognition and won numerous year-end awards.
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Canadian context

It is widely available in Canada through PlayStation and PC storefronts and was published by Sony Interactive Entertainment, a major company in the Canadian games market.[1][4]

Frequently asked questions

What kind of game is The Last of Us Part II?
It is a third-person action-adventure game with survival horror and stealth elements.
Who developed The Last of Us Part II?
It was developed by Naughty Dog and published by Sony Interactive Entertainment.
When was The Last of Us Part II released?
The original PlayStation 4 version was released on June 19, 2020.
Is The Last of Us Part II a sequel?
Yes. It is the sequel to The Last of Us (2013).
Was The Last of Us Part II remastered?
Yes. The remastered version was released for PlayStation 5 in 2024 and later for Windows in 2025.
Who are the main characters?
The story centres on Ellie and Abby, whose paths intersect in the aftermath of the first game.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Last_of_Us_Part_II
    Supports: Core overview, gameplay, plot, development, reception, and general release information.
  2. The Last of Us Wiki — https://thelastofus.fandom.com/wiki/The_Last_of_Us_Part_II
    Supports: Original release date and remastered release information.
  3. Wikipedia (German) — https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Last_of_Us_Part_II
    Supports: Remastered release dates for PlayStation 5 and Windows.
  4. Wikipedia (French) — https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Last_of_Us_Part_II
    Supports: Remastered release dates and general description.
  5. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6298000/
    Supports: Release date and basic video game listing.