Recent reports suggest that The Last of Us Part II will soon be making its way to PC, following in the footsteps of its predecessor. According to reliable leaker Dealabs’ Billbil-kun, development on the PC port of the game was supposedly completed months ago. However, despite this completion, it seems that PC players may have to wait until as late as 2025 for the official release date.
Billbil-kun has a track record of accurately predicting news around PlayStation PC ports, having previously shared details about the Until Dawn PC release. The leaker claims that work on a PC version of The Last of Us 2 began as early as 2021 and was finished as of November of last year. While it remains unclear whether the PC release will be based on the remaster of the game, given the pattern with the first installment, it is highly likely.
The original Last of Us game arrived on PC six months after its remastered version was released on PS5. The remastered edition included enhancements to gameplay mechanics, artificial intelligence, and visual elements such as lighting. Additionally, new modes for speedrunning and permadeath were introduced. The gap between the original release of The Last of Us Part II and its remastered version was shorter, resulting in less dramatic visual improvements.
Despite reports of development being completed, the wait for the PC release may be due to providing breathing room for the console version. The recent remaster of The Last of Us Part II for PS5 may also play a role in the delay. Billbil-kun speculates that the PC release may coincide with the second season of the HBO adaptation of the game, which will delve into the sequel’s intense narrative.
As of now, there has been no official confirmation from Sony regarding the PC release of The Last of Us Part II. The game was notably absent from their latest State of Play showcase. However, given the trend of PlayStation exclusives making their way to PC, it is highly likely that The Last of Us 2 will eventually be available for PC players. It is expected that players will need to sign in with a PlayStation account to access the game.
While the rumors surrounding the PC release of The Last of Us Part II are exciting for fans, it is essential to wait for official confirmation from Sony before getting too excited. The potential for enhanced visuals and gameplay mechanics on PC is certainly appealing, but only time will tell when PC players will be able to experience the highly acclaimed sequel for themselves.