The Last of Us Part 2 Remastered just got a big 2.0.0 update, but instead of making players happy, it has caused a major problem. Some players have reported that their progress has been deleted after installing the update. This means that important upgrades, such as skills and weapon holsters, have been wiped out for the main characters, Ellie and Abby.
The update was supposed to bring new content to the game, including new maps, characters, and trophies for the No Return mode. It also introduced cosmetic items and fixed visual glitches on the PS5 Pro. However, along with these improvements, the update has also caused game crashes and loss of progress for some players.
After installing the 2.0.0 update, some players noticed that their skills and weapon holsters disappeared. This means that the upgrades they worked hard to unlock were completely gone. The issue has mostly affected players who tried to play New Game Plus (NG+), but it is still unclear if the bug happens in other situations too.
One big concern is that manual save files might also be affected. This means that if players overwrite their old save, they could lose their progress forever.
What is Naughty Dog Saying?
The game’s developer, Naughty Dog, has acknowledged the issue. A few hours after the update was released, they added a warning message to the official patch notes. They advised players not to overwrite their manual saves to avoid losing progress. However, they haven’t promised a fix yet.
Right now, it is unclear when the developer will release an update to solve this problem. Until then, players are advised to be careful when updating the game.
Should You Download the Update?
If you have already made a lot of progress in the game, it might be best to wait before downloading the 2.0.0 update. Players who want to start New Game Plus should be extra cautious and avoid overwriting their manual saves.
Even though this issue is frustrating, The Last of Us Part 2 Remastered has still received a “Very Positive” rating on Steam. This is better than the PC launch of The Last of Us Part 1, which had many serious problems when it was released in 2022. Over time, Naughty Dog fixed those issues with updates, so fans are hopeful that they will do the same for this new problem.
For now, if you’re playing The Last of Us Part 2 Remastered, it’s best to be careful with your saves and wait for a fix before starting a new game.
For your information, let us tell you that this game has officially received an M rating from the ESRB, which means it is suitable for mature players. Only kids aged 17 and above can play this game, as it contains inappropriate content for younger children, such as Intense Violence, Blod and Gore, S3xual Themes, Strong Language, and Use of Alchohol.