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The summer of 2020 marked a pivotal moment for PlayStation, with the releases of The Last of Us Part II and Ghost of Tsushima. While the former became infamous for sparking one of the most intense and divisive gaming debates in recent memory, the latter has impressed a majority of players, earning high praise for its storytelling, gameplay, and overall experience.
The Last of Us Part II's reception was mired in controversy, with a significant portion of its reviews being polarized—ranging from perfect tens to zeros—due to review bombing driven by fan reactions and cultural tensions surrounding the game's content. This phenomenon is well-documented across platforms like Metacritic, with over 140,000 user reviews reflecting an intense cultural conflict within gaming communities.