Tech Analysis: How The Last of Us 2 pushes realism to the next level

Eurogamer: To what extent can further technological innovation be delivered on the current generation of console hardware? Sony stood up to be counted at E3 2018 with a series of superb gameplay reveals - and taking centre-stage was Naughty Dog's The Last of Us Part 2. On the surface, it looks as great as you might expect. From its detailed characters to its lush environments, it's clear that the game is shaping up well - but if you look closer, there are some remarkable new technologies on display. From our perspective, animation and interaction are two key areas set to separate this game from its rivals.

[CaptainOmega]

I think she looks the same during the gameplay portion. But that's just me

[Eonjay]

I think its just how they have her hair. Its up at the party.

[Bhai]

Was waiting for this analysis, and I do think she's pretty lovely being a proper adult. I'm not at all in for the sapphic stuff they pulled in but I think that's pretty mature and complex character building risk they took, and not just to sexifying her... and that I respect :)

[Gamist2dot0]

She looks more identical to her voice actor.

[Goldby]

performance actor, not voice actor. she isnt in a booth, she is acting the whole thing

[AspiringProGenji]

Naughty Doge tech videos are always a joy to watch, These guys are just on another level completely when to comes to animations and details

[rivaldoo777]

Naughty Gods!!! Always at the forefront showing how animation is done. Take notes Idios Montreal lmao!!!

[getbacktogaming]

You could have complimented Naughty Dog and stopped there... No need to insult a whole studio for one person's twiter comment.

[letsa_go]

Did they hurt your feelings or something? lmaooo

[morganfell]

It wasn't the janitor of the studio that opened his trap. And then he apologized by lying.

[rivaldoo777]

@letsa_go No sir, I am getting SOTTR day one cuz I love Uncharted games lolll

[Kumakai]

So amped for this game

[getbacktogaming]

Me too!

[DrumBeat]

Naughty Dog are the best developers in gaming.

[Skankinruby]

This is gonna be a masterpiece, controversy will only fuel its hype

[masterfox]

PS4 already break the barrier of CGI realtime gameplay in other exclusive games and TLOU2 is no exception it even takes that step even further, also not only PS4 exclusive are damn awesome looking but also so damn fun to play, and don't forget the unforgettable stories and unique characters, these combination of factors in so many games pretty much is only offered by Playstation!, so happy to be an owner of this awesome console!! :)

[Einhander1971]

Naughty dog always pushing the boundaries:)

[King_Lothric]

Sony's first party studios are on a league of their own.

Can't wait to see how Naughty 🐶 raise the bar once again.

[Flewid638]

The same way Hideo does with Death Stranding, how Quantic Dream does it with every game....

This is what we do, son!

[Sweetbrandigirl]

I wouldn't go so far as to say she's UGLY !! however that said I do feel they went to far in the blending of the two models. Neil Druckman said it was a 60/40 split I think they maybe should have done a 40/60 split

[Psytrix]

I really hope this game focuses on a coherent story and not Ellie's shitty LGBT affairs. I could care less about someones sexuality and was quite surprised just how much time it took up in the e3 trailer.