The Last of Us Part II Remastered New No Return Mode Content Will Launch Alongside the PC Version

by #AI [2.0] March 21, 2025 · Automatic / Editor's Picks [News]

The Last of Us Part II Remastered
PlayStation 5 & PC
Get ready, as the PC version of The Last of Us Part II Remastered will be available via Steam and Epic Game Stores on April 3. Along with the launch, two new playable characters and four new maps will be available in the No Return mode.
The new content will also be available on April 3 for the PS5 version as part of the version 2.0.0 update.
Check out the full details below via PlayStation Blog.
Two New Characters
Two new characters are being introduced for the mode—The Last of Us Part I‘s Bill and Marlene. Like with each No Return combatant, these characters offer their own unique playstyles, and should offer both new and returning fans an exciting new opportunity to test their mettle.
Bill is a “Smuggler” playstyle who can access a custom pump shotgun from dead drops, and receives double rewards from drops as well. He’s stronger against melee attacks but can’t dodge.
Marlene, meanwhile, features a “Risk Taker” playstyle that includes a Custom Assault Rifle, “All or Nothing” gambits, can reroute her No Return path once per run, and more.
Four New Maps
Overlook, which is set high above the city of Seattle and features plenty of verticality, is the memorable site of a Seraphites encounter in the campaign.
School is, during the campaign, the abandoned elementary school in which Ellie and Dina face off against the W.L.F.
Streets is set in the overgrown Seattle neighborhood of Hillcrest.
Nest will be familiar to players who have played as Abby through an Infected-infested building.
PlayStation 5 Update
This new No Return content, as well as accompanying new Trophies and additional bug fixes – will be available day-and-date with the PC launch via a free downloadable 2.0.0 patch.6
PlayStation Network Log-In Bonuses
The Last of Us Part II Remastered on PC will support PlayStation overlay and PSN Trophies with an optional account for PlayStation Network log-in.
While not required, those on PC who do sign in with their account for PlayStation Network will also gain access to 50 in-game points to activate bonus features, as well as a new skin for Ellie featuring Jordan A. Mun’s jacket from our new game in development for PlayStation 5, Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet.
PC Features
The PC version of The Last of Us Part II Remastered brings with it all the improvements and new features added in the PlayStation 5 version released in 2024, such as the roguelike survival mode No Return, Guitar Free Play, and hours of developer commentary.
And in partnership with our friends at Nixxes Software and Iron Galaxy, The Last of Us Part II Remastered has been brought to PC with plenty of PC-centric quality-of-life features that further bring the snow-covered mountains of Jackson, Wyoming, and the rainswept streets of Seattle, Washington to beautiful life.
This version of The Last of Us Part II Remastered is optimized for PC with:
Nvidia DLSS 3 Super Resolution support1
AMD FSR 3.1 and AMD FSR 4 support with upscaling and frame generation1
VSync and framerate cap options, including an uncapped framerate option2
DirectStorage support, and more.
It has been developed with features designed specifically for PC, including:
Adjustable Texture Quality
LOD Distance Range
Volumetric Quality
Shadow Quality
Ambient Occlusion
Reflections Quality
And more
The Last of Us Part II Remastered on PC will feature support for Ultrawide monitors, so players will be able to take in the stunning vistas of Jackson and the harsh streets of Seattle with gameplay supported in 21:9 ultra-wide, 32:9 super ultra-wide and even 48:9 resolutions with compatibility for triple-monitor setups.
And take in every chapter of Ellie and Abby’s journeys in stunning 4K resolution while playing either via various supported controllers as well as keyboard and mouse controls. And immerse yourself in the story with 3D audio surrounding you in every tense moment of action and each quiet scene of exploration.
Keyboard and mouse control support includes a host of new control customization options, like full control remapping, primary and secondary bindings for keyboard and mouse control, an adaptive mode that allows players to combine keyboard and controller inputs, and more. Part II Remastered on PC will feature full gamepad support, while DualSense controllers are supported and feature full haptic feedback5.
As our team and partners have been hard at work on this version, we’ll also be introducing a host of bug fixes and various improvements to offer as smooth a play experience as possible.
The Last of Us Part II Remastered on PC offers a wide range of graphics settings and presets, to ensure the best possible experience on hardware ranging from high-end PCs to handheld gaming devices. Below you’ll find an overview of recommended specifications for a variety of graphics presets.
Game Overview
Check out the remastered version overview below via the official website.
Play the winner of over 300 Game of the Year awards, remastered for the PlayStation^®5 console. Relive or play for the first time Ellie and Abby’s story, now with graphical enhancements, new gameplay modes like the roguelike survival experience No Return, full DualSense wireless controller integration, and more.
Five years after their dangerous journey across the post-pandemic United States, Ellie and Joel have settled down in Jackson, Wyoming. Living amongst a thriving community of survivors has allowed them peace and stability, despite the constant threat of the infected and other, more desperate survivors. When a violent event disrupts that peace, Ellie embarks on a relentless journey to carry out justice and find closure.
So…
The Last of Us Part II Remastered version for PS5 is still available on our website. Grab yours now!
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【TRAILER】
【FEATURES】
A complex, emotional story – Experience the escalating moral conflicts created by Ellie’s relentless pursuit of vengeance. The cycle of violence left in her wake will challenge your notions of right versus wrong, good versus evil and hero versus villain
A beautiful yet dangerous world – Set out on Ellie’s journey, taking her from the peaceful mountains and forests of Jackson to the lush, overgrown ruins of greater Seattle. Encounter new survivor groups, unfamiliar and treacherous environments, and terrifying evolutions of the infected. Brought to life by the latest iteration of the Naughty Dog engine, the deadly characters and world are more realistic and meticulously detailed than ever before
Tense and desperate action-survival gameplay – New and evolved gameplay systems deliver upon the life-or-death stakes of Ellie’s journey through the hostile world. Feel her desperate struggle for survival through improved features such as high-intensity melee combat, fluid movement and dynamic stealth. A broad variety of weapons, crafting items, skills and updates allows you to personalize Ellie’s capabilities to your play style
【SCREENSHOTS】

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