Critics from IGN gave the episode an 8/10, noting its balance of "sarcasm and sentimentality". The episode explores the "naked truth" of the characters' identities—Marshall's past rowdiness, Barney's career as a serial liar, and Ted’s lingering attachment to his past loves. It was a massive ratings success, drawing . "How I Met Your Mother" The Naked Truth (TV Episode 2011)
: Although his list of lies is exhaustive, his commitment to staying at the diner eventually moves Nora to give him another chance. Ted’s "Architect’s Ball" Dilemma How_I_Met_Your_Mother_7x02_The_Naked_Truth_ITA_...
After a drunken spree at Punchy's wedding, Marshall is on the verge of landing a dream job with environmental lawyer Garrison Cootes (guest star Martin Short ). The final hurdle is a background check, which panics Marshall when he remembers an old college video of him streaking as his alter-ego, "". Critics from IGN gave the episode an 8/10,
: He tracks down the uploader, Pete Durkenson (guest star Jimmi Simpson ), who agrees to remove it only if Marshall beats him at "Edward Forty-hands". "How I Met Your Mother" The Naked Truth