In The Last of Us Part II Remastered, you'll navigate the treacherous remnants of a post-apocalyptic world as Ellie, seeking justice and closure after a violent event shatters her hard-won peace in Jackson, Wyoming. This atmospheric, story-rich third-person adventure from Naughty Dog demands mastery of Ellie's abilities, forcing you to survive brutal encounters with both the infected and desperate survivors through stealth and combat.
This guide covers 100% of the experience, detailing every step of Ellie's relentless journey. We'll help you uncover all Artifacts, Trading Cards, Journal Entries, and locate every Workbench and Safe. Plus, strategies for infected encounters on Hard and Survivor difficulties are included to help you overcome the toughest challenges.
Intro
Learn general combat tips for The Last of Us Part II Remastered, including stealth, looting, and weapon upgrades. Avoid 'run-and-gun' tactics.
Synopsis: Five years after their journey across the post-pandemic United States, Ellie and Joel have settled in Jackson, Wyoming. A violent event disrupts their peace, leading Ellie on a relentless journey for justice and closure, confronting devastating repercussions.
Guide Updates:
- Version 1.4 (2020-07-04): 100% Collectibles completed for all Chapters; pictures updated.
- Version 1.3 (2020-06-29): All Collectibles added for Seattle Day 1, Seattle Day 2, Seattle Day 3, and The Park.
- Version 1.1 (2020-06-25): Story Walkthrough text completed; menu reorganized; all Collectibles added for Jackson.
- Version 1.0 (2020-06-21): Initial Upload; Trophy section complete; Story covered from beginning to Seattle Day 2.
Before Getting Started:
- This guide offers general advice and direction for clearing the main story.
- Section titles, pictures, and their absence are mindful of spoilers.
- The guide covers basic combat tips; difficulty settings may alter specific tactics.
- Report errors or provide advice for credit.
General Combat Tips:
Specific combat steps are not detailed to preserve enjoyment and account for varied enemy AI. Instead, general tips are provided:
- Avoid a "run-and-gun" approach; stealth or misdirection is usually best due to limited ammo and supplies in this survival game.
- Assess the environment for resources like cover (press the cover button to crouch behind walls or objects) (an object providing concealment from enemy fire) and long grass. Use bricks and bottles to distract enemies or throw dogs off your scent.
- Consider avoiding combat, especially with Infected (hostile creatures), as they are not actively seeking you. They can often be dealt with using stealth.
- Loot everything; you never know what you might need. If you have excess items, craft something to replace them if possible, unless you have a specific use planned.
- Maintain full health and ensure your weapons are fully loaded. Switch to a weapon and hit R2 (the reload button) when you acquire more ammo.
- Use the Silencer or Arrows for quiet takedowns that won't alert enemies.
- Aim for headshots (a shot to the enemy's head), which deal the most damage. Arrows aimed at the head may be retrievable from the body.
- Upgrade your weapons and skills.
- Deploy traps and the environment. Place bombs or throw Molotovs (an incendiary weapon) in doorways or corridors to funnel enemies into damaging areas.
- Turn enemies against each other. If in an area with both Infected and human enemies, make noise near the humans to attract the Infected while you hide. Allow them to fight, then sneak by or eliminate survivors.
Intro (2)
Learn general combat tips for The Last of Us Part II Remastered, including stealth and environmental tactics. Guide updated July 4, 2020.
Guide Updates:
- Version 1.4 (2020-07-04): 100% Collectibles completed for all Chapters; Pictures updated for all Collectibles; Guide is 100% completed.
- Version 1.3 (2020-06-29): All Collectibles (Artefacts, Trading Cards, Workbenches, Journal Entries, Safes, etc.) added for Seattle Day 1, Seattle Day 2, Seattle Day 3 and The Park.
- Version 1.1 (2020-06-25): Story Walkthrough text completed; Menu reorganized for easier Chapter and Sub-Chapter navigation; All Collectibles added for Jackson.
- Version 1.0 (2020-06-21): Initial Upload; Trophy section complete; Story covered from beginning to Seattle Day 2.
General Combat Tips:
This guide focuses on general advice, as enemy AI (Artificial Intelligence - non-player characters controlled by the game) can vary tactics, and your actions influence their behavior. Specific combat steps are not detailed to preserve enjoyment.
- Avoid a "Run-and-Gun" approach; stealth or misdirection is generally better due to limited ammo in this survival game.
- Assess the environment for resources like cover (press the cover button to crouch behind walls or objects) (objects to hide behind) and long grass. Use bricks and bottles to distract enemies or throw dogs off your scent.
- Consider avoiding enemies, especially Infected (zombie-like creatures), if possible, to conserve ammo. Most can be dealt with using stealth.
- Always loot everything and craft when possible if you have excess items.
- Maintain full health and ensure your weapons are fully loaded.
- Use suppressors or arrows for silent takedowns that won't alert enemies.
- Aim for headshots (shots to the enemy's head) for maximum damage; arrows can sometimes be recovered from headshots.
- Upgrade weapons and skills.
- Deploy traps and the environment. Place bombs or Molotovs in choke points to force enemies into damaging areas.
- Use enemies against each other. Make noise near human enemies to attract Infected while you hide, letting them fight amongst themselves before dealing with survivors.
Synopsis:
Five years after their journey across the United States, Ellie and Joel have found peace in Jackson, Wyoming, within a survivor community. Despite the constant threats from Infected and desperate survivors, their stability is shattered by a violent event. This prompts Ellie to set off on a relentless journey for justice and closure, confronting the devastating physical and emotional consequences of her actions as she hunts those responsible.
The Story
Navigate the harrowing story of The Last of Us Part II Remastered, from Jackson to Santa Barbara. Understand the chapters and your progress through Ellie's journey.
The Story of The Last of Us Part II Remastered unfolds across a series of Chapters and Sub-chapters, charting Ellie's intense journey. This guide breaks down each section, helping you track your progress. Sections marked in blue are complete, while those in black are still in progress (WIP).
JACKSON
- Prologue
- Waking Up
- The Overlook
- Patrol
- The Horde
- The Chalet
- Packing Up
SEATTLE DAY 1
- The Gate
- Downtown
- Eastbrook Elementary
- Capitol Hill
- Channel 13
- The Tunnels
- The Theater
- The Birthday Gift
SEATTLE DAY 2
- Hillcrest
- Finding Strings
- The Seraphites
- St. Mary’s Hospital
SEATTLE DAY 3
- Road to the Aquarium
- The Flooded City
- Infiltration
THE PARK
- Tracking Lesson
SEATTLE DAY 1 (Continued)
- The Stadium
- On Foot
- The Forward Base
- The Aquarium
- Hostile Territory
- Winter Visit
- The Forest
- The Coast
- Return to the Coast
SEATTLE DAY 2 (Continued)
- The Shortcut
- The Descent
- Ground Zero
- Return to the Aquarium
SEATTLE DAY 3 (Continued)
- The Marina
- The Island
- The Escape
- The Confrontation
THE FARM
- The Farm House
SANTA BARBARA
- 2425 Constance
- Pushing Inland
- The Resort
- The Beach
THE FARM (Epilogue)
- Epilogue
Navigation:
- Previous: Intro
- Next: Jackson
The Story (2)
Navigate the harrowing story of The Last of Us Part II Remastered. This guide breaks down every chapter and sub-chapter, detailing your journey through Jackson, Seattle, Santa Barbara, and more.
Alright, let's get a handle on the story progression in The Last of Us Part II Remastered. This game's narrative is massive, and it's broken down into a bunch of chapters and sub-chapters. Think of it like a TV series – each section moves the plot forward. We'll go through them all, from the beginning in Jackson all the way to the end in Santa Barbara.
The game's story is laid out in a clear structure, and knowing where you are helps a lot. We've got the full breakdown below, so you can see what's coming up and where you've been. Some parts might be marked as 'WIP' (Work In Progress), meaning we're still digging into the details there, but the main path is all here.
Here’s how the story unfolds:
- JACKSON: This is where our journey begins. You'll experience the Prologue, then get into the thick of things with chapters like Waking Up, The Overlook, Patrol, The Horde, The Chalet, and finally Packing Up.
- SEATTLE DAY 1: Things heat up quickly in Seattle. This day includes The Gate, navigating Downtown, a tough time at Eastbrook Elementary, pushing through Capitol Hill, dealing with the aftermath at Channel 13, braving The Tunnels, finding refuge in The Theater, and a significant event in The Birthday Gift.
- SEATTLE DAY 2: The second day in Seattle brings new challenges. You'll be exploring Hillcrest, trying to Finding Strings, facing the Seraphites, and making your way through St. Mary’s Hospital.
- SEATTLE DAY 3: The final day in Seattle is intense. It starts with the Road to the Aquarium, then you'll face the dangers of The Flooded City, and finally execute an Infiltration.
- THE PARK: A brief but important section focusing on a Tracking Lesson.
- SEATTLE DAY 1 (Revisited): This seems to be a different perspective or timeline within Seattle. It includes The Stadium, going On Foot, reaching The Forward Base, heading to The Aquarium, navigating Hostile Territory, a Winter Visit, venturing into The Forest, reaching The Coast, and then making a Return to the Coast.
- SEATTLE DAY 2 (Revisited): Another look at Seattle Day 2, featuring The Shortcut, The Descent, the harrowing experience at Ground Zero, and a Return to the Aquarium.
- SEATTLE DAY 3 (Revisited): The conclusion of this Seattle arc involves The Marina, reaching The Island, executing The Escape, and facing The Confrontation.
- THE FARM: A moment of calm, or perhaps a false one, at The Farm House.
- SANTA BARBARA: The final act takes place here, with chapters like 2425 Constance, Pushing Inland, navigating The Resort, and finally reaching The Beach.
- THE FARM (Epilogue): The very end of the story, concluding with the Epilogue.
Keep this list handy as you play. It'll help you keep track of where you are in Ellie's brutal journey. Remember, the sections marked in blue are the ones we've completed so far in our playthrough, while the black ones are still ahead.
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