🔄 Major Upgrades in The Last of Us Part II Remastered
🆕 1. “No Return” Mode (Roguelike Survival Mode)
- Brand-new gameplay mode where you choose a character and face randomized combat encounters.
- Each run is unique, with random enemies, locations, and modifiers.
- You unlock characters, skins, and more as you progress.
- Includes characters not playable in the main story (e.g., Lev, Tommy, Dina).
- Features leaderboards and daily runs.
🖼️ 2. Enhanced Graphics & Performance
- 4K Fidelity Mode and 60 FPS Performance Mode.
- Improved textures, draw distance, shadows, and loading times compared to PS4.
- Fully takes advantage of PS5 hardware.
🎮 3. DualSense Controller Features
- Haptic feedback and adaptive trigger support for deeper immersion.
- Every weapon and movement feels more realistic thanks to PS5 tech.
📸 4. Guitar Free Play Mode
- Freely play guitar using different characters and locations.
- You can even change instruments and effects.
- Great for fans who loved Ellie’s musical moments.
📜 5. Lost Levels (Unfinished/Deleted Scenes)
- Play three early-development levels that were cut from the original game.
- These are not fully polished, but give you insight into the dev process.
- Each comes with developer commentary explaining the context and why it was cut.
🧠 6. Developer Commentary Track (Main Story)
- Optional audio commentary from Neil Druckmann, Halley Gross, and voice actors like Troy Baker and Ashley Johnson.
- Available throughout the main campaign.
🧬 7. Graphical & Gameplay Tweaks
- Unlockable visual filters (like 8-bit, noir, etc.).
- Speedrun mode with time tracking.
- Bonus skins and weapon customization options.
- Enhanced accessibility features carried over and expanded from the original.
💰 Upgrade Option
- If you own The Last of Us Part II on PS4, you can upgrade to the Remastered version for $10.
- Your save data transfers, so you don’t lose your progress.
