When I first finished TLOU 2, I absolutely hated it.

I beat the whole thing in 2 sittings in order to avoid spoilers and to watch streamers react to it straight after I played. I didn't give myself time to digest what was happening in the story, and everything felt like one long run (obviously). I listened to the words of controverisal streamers I was watching and formed their negative opinions as my own. I sold the game on Facebook marketplace the next day for a couple of pounds cheaper.
I didn't have a problem with the story at all; my main gripe was having to play as this character who I had absolutely no connection to for half the game. Since I rushed everything, I did not have time to fully relate to this character, I simply related to Ellie, one half of the duo of one of my favourite games of all time.
4 years later, I decided to play it once again, taking my time and giving it a fair shot. I came out the other end thinking that this game is a masterpiece.
All the issues I had with my first playthrough had suddenly disappeared once I took my time to appreciate the detail and care that was put into the world and the story. I played the game on Hard mode too, which made it even more fun since I had to focus more on stealth and being conservative with ammo.

Both TLOU games are titles that I believe fans of cinematic games should play, but take it from me.. Take your time.