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The stark divergence between Ghost of Tsushima and TLOU2 illustrates how a game’s reception and community engagement can significantly influence its longevity. Developers like Sucker Punch are benefiting from this sustained interest, and it seems likely that Ghost of Tsushima could eventually overtake The Last of Us Part II in sales and cultural relevance.
The ongoing phenomenon of review manipulations and community reactions also highlights broader issues within gaming culture and critical media. A game's success or failure is increasingly determined by collective community sentiment, which can be easily manipulated in the digital age.