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The Last of Us Part II Remastered Gains Chronological Mode in Free Update

This PS5PC update reshuffles the campaign into a single timeline that highlights parallels between Ellie and Abby

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Overview

  • Naughty Dog released Patch v2.1.0 on PS5 and Patch v1.5 on PC on July 8, 2025, adding an optional Chronological Mode to The Last of Us Part II Remastered.
  • The new mode reorganizes Ellie and Abby’s segments into a linear playthrough to deepen narrative insights and reveal character parallels.
  • Completing the chronological experience rewards players with Uncharted 4–inspired skins for Joel and Tommy and awards new trophies.
  • The update bundles a suite of bug fixes and performance optimizations to enhance stability and overall gameplay on both platforms.
  • Naughty Dog recommends that newcomers first complete the original non-linear campaign before trying the chronological option