The story barely and almost barely has anything in common with its predecessor, may be a bits here and there, but really almost nothing of the first part! the first part that holds the story and storylines and scenario that captured our hearts and minds.
I'm NOT saying it's a low to average story, no on the contrary, it's really powerful, thrilling, unique, and touching, but not expected and/or a shock, given the story we've seen in 2013's blockbuster.
The gameplay on the other hand is MASSIVE, it is truly feels like the greatest and most beautiful and thrilling gameplay you've ever seen! it is... I don't know, the smoothness, the feel, the camera movement, the environment and Ellie's movement is magnificent, majestic, terrific, and very realistic.
It's proudly and undoubtedly deserves 5-stars rating, and even more if there is.