The Last of Us Part 2 is easily one of our most anticipated games of 2020, and we finally have a set release date for it following the game's most recent delay. Once planned to release May 29, The Last of Us Part 2 will now release on June 19 for PS4. That means less than two weeks remain until fans can finally experience the rest of Ellie and Joel's story.
Logistical issues and the ability to ensure a simultaneous global launch were reasons for the latest delay, said developer Naughty Dog in a tweet on April 2. The new June date is possible due to "an ease in the global distribution environment," according to a PlayStation blog post. If you had digitally pre-ordered The Last of Us Part 2 before April 2, you should have received an automatic refund--people were notified via email. That means you'll need to pre-order your copy again to ensure you get the pre-order bonuses and have the game ready to go on June 19.
Naughty Dog is known for its tight set-pieces, incredible character-building, and powerful storytelling, and we can't wait to see how the developer builds on Ellie's story. The latest story trailer focused on Ellie and Joel, their regrets, desires, and the violence that has consumed them. It's a gripping trailer that doesn't reveal too much outside of the fact that Ellie seems pretty determined, and Joel looks exhausted and filled with sorrow.
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