(00:00:00) Introduction

(00:09:00) Dev History

(00:22:50) Controversies

(00:35:13) Visuals and Music

(00:43:19) Mechanics

(00:55:53) Jackson, Revisited

(01:17:34) Abby's Introduction

(01:25:33) A Close Encounter...

(01:27:52) That Scene

(01:46:42) Justice Will Be Served

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"Please don't do this..."

The critical analysis of The Last of Us Part II begins today! This is a polarizing game, to say the least; some see this as a bold, biting success in the spirit of TLOU's universe, while others see this as the creators spitting in the face of fans—even going so far as to petition for a complete remake. Either way you slice it, this game gets a *lot* of talk around it. This podcast, where Rick is joined by Jon (Video Game Lounge) will be no different. This episode explores a high-level overview and the philosophies/themes behind the game before the narrative breakdown. This episode covers up to and through *That Scene.* You know the one. Hope you love the show today!

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