Over the court of this nearly 25 minute episode of State of Play, Neil Druckmann, the director of The Last of Us Part II, provides an extensive look at the gameplay, threats, and the world of the game ahead of its release on June 19 on PlayStation 4, as well as introducing a never-before-seen extended gameplay sequence. You can check out the video below and pre-order your copy of the game here!
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Five years after their dangerous journey across the post-pandemic United States, Ellie and Joel have settled down in Jackson, Wyoming. Living amongst a thriving community of survivors has allowed them peace and stability, despite the constant threat of the infected and other, more desperate survivors.
When a violent event disrupts that peace, Ellie embarks on a relentless journey to carry out justice and find closure. As she hunts those responsible one by one, she is confronted with the devastating physical and emotional repercussions of her actions.
From the way Ellie plays to the way she navigates through this hostile world, you’re going to feel her physical, emotional, and mental state expressed through every facet of gameplay.
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If you pre-order the game you will receive a couple of special in-game items at launch, including Ammo Capacity Upgrade, where you can instantly unlock an ammo capacity upgrade for Ellie’s pistol, and a Crafting Training Manual, allowing players to instantly unlock the manual which provides access to new crafting recipes and upgrades.
The Last of Us Part II Ellie Edition includes The Last of Us Part II Logo Patch; 7″ Vinyl Record featuring Music from the Original Soundtrack; Replica of Ellie’s Backpack; 48 Page Mini Art Book from Dark Horse, SteelBook Case with Full Game; Lithograph Art Print and Thank You Letter; 12″ Ellie Statue; Replica of Ellie’s Bracelet; Set of 6 Enamel Pins; Set of 5 Stickers; PS4 Dynamic Theme; Set of 6 PSN Avatars; Digital Soundtrack; and a Digital Mini Art Book from Dark Horse.
The Last of Us Part II is set to hit shelves on June 19.
