“The Last of Us Part II Remastered” received a significant update on April 3, 2025, coinciding with its release on Windows PC. This update introduced new content and features, notably enhancing the “No Return” mode with additional characters and randomized maps. However, it also led to unintended issues affecting player progress.Windows Central+2Polygon+2GameSpot+2PlayStation LifeStyle
Key Additions in Patch 2.0.0:
- No Return Mode Enhancements: Introduced new characters and randomized elements to enrich the roguelike experience.
- PC-Specific Features: The PC version launched with ultrawide monitor support, enhanced graphics settings, full keyboard and mouse remapping, and an adaptive control mode. Polygon+1Polygon+1
- PlayStation Network Integration: Players can now log into PSN via the PC version to earn in-game bonuses and access PlayStation-specific features like trophies. Polygon+1Polygon+1
Issues Introduced:
- Progress Loss: Many players reported losing upgrades, holsters, and other unlockables after applying the patch. Naughty Dog+3Naughty Dog+3PlayStation LifeStyle+3
- Save File Concerns: Continuing play after the patch without reverting to pre-update save files may result in permanent loss of certain unlockables. Naughty Dog
Subsequent Patch 2.0.1:
To address these issues, Naughty Dog released Patch 2.0.1, which restored lost unlockables. However, to fully recover progress, players were advised to load save files created before April 3, 2025, 10 am PT / 1 pm ET. Continuing from saves made between the initial patch and updating to 2.0.1 might still result in missing unlockables. Naughty Dog
Additional Notes:
- PC Purchase Discounts: The PC version launched at a discounted price of $43.59, reduced from the regular $49.99. Windows Central+1Polygon+1
- PSN Account Requirement: The PC version requires players to link a PSN account, even for single-player gameplay, sparking some controversy. IGN India+2The Verge+2Polygon+2
For detailed information, refer to Naughty Dog’s official patch notes:
