Sony has recently unveiled the PC specifications for *The Last of Us Part II Remastered* ahead of its eagerly anticipated release on April 3. This announcement comes alongside details about new content for No Return Mode, which will be available on both PC and PlayStation 5. In a comprehensive post on the PlayStation Blog, Naughty Dog, in collaboration with support studios Nixxes Software and Iron Galaxy, detailed the enhancements that the PC version will offer, marking a year since its debut on the PlayStation 5.
The Last of Us Part II Remastered PC Features:
----------------------------------------------The PC edition of *The Last of Us Part II Remastered* comes packed with advanced graphical options designed to optimize gameplay across a wide range of hardware:
- Nvidia DLSS 3 Super Resolution support
- AMD FSR 3.1 and AMD FSR 4 support, including upscaling and frame generation
- VSync and framerate cap options, with the possibility of an uncapped framerate
- DirectStorage support for faster load times
- Adjustable settings for Texture Quality, LOD Distance Range, Volumetric Quality, Shadow Quality, Ambient Occlusion, and Reflections Quality
- Support for Ultrawide monitors, allowing for play in 21:9, 32:9, and even 48:9 resolutions with triple-monitor setups
Players can enjoy the game in 4K resolution, with a variety of controller options, including full support for keyboard and mouse. The game also features 3D audio for an immersive sound experience. Keyboard and mouse controls have been enhanced with new customization options, such as full control remapping and adaptive mode for combined keyboard and controller inputs. DualSense controllers will offer full haptic feedback for PlayStation users.
Sony emphasized that *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."
The Last of Us Part 2 PC Specs:
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Moving on to the exciting updates for No Return Mode, two new characters, Bill and Marlene from *The Last of Us Part I*, are being added to the roster. Bill adopts a "Smuggler" playstyle, equipped with a custom pump shotgun from dead drops and double rewards from drops, while being strong against melee attacks but unable to dodge. Marlene, on the other hand, embodies a "Risk Taker" approach with a Custom Assault Rifle, "All or Nothing" gambits, and the ability to reroute her path once per run.
In addition to new characters, No Return Mode will expand with four new maps: Overlook, School, Streets, and Nest. Each map is inspired by memorable locations from the campaign, providing fresh environments for players to explore and battle in.
All the new No Return content, along with new Trophies and bug fixes, will be available on PS5 simultaneously with the PC launch through a free downloadable 2.0.0 patch, Sony confirmed.
In line with Sony’s recent policy change regarding PlayStation Network requirements, *The Last of Us Part II Remastered* on PC includes an optional PSN log-in. Logging in offers access to PlayStation overlay and PSN Trophies, and as an added incentive, players receive 50 in-game points to activate bonus features and a new skin for Ellie featuring Jordan A. Mun’s jacket from Naughty Dog’s upcoming PS5 game, *Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet*.
PS5 players can also unlock the Jordan’s jacket skin through the 2.0 patch using in-game bonus points.
Earlier this month, *The Last of Us* director Neil Druckmann shared insights into *Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet* during an interview with Alex Garland. Druckmann revealed that the game, which has been in development for four years, explores themes of faith and religion in an alternate historical setting, starring Tati Gabrielle as Jordan A. Mun.
The PC release of *The Last of Us Part II Remastered* is set to precede Season 2 of HBO's acclaimed TV adaptation, where showrunners Druckmann and Craig Mazin have confirmed the return of spores, which were notably absent in Season 1.
