Last Of Us Season 2 Changes That Made Fans Love It Even More

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Let’s discuss The Last of Us Season 2 premiere because, oh my God, do I need to.

I’ve been quite enamored with the “The Last of Us” video game series for quite some time, and it seems that this affection is here to stay for as long as I live. Nowadays, whenever there’s something new linked to the franchise, I instinctively jump at the chance to get involved.

It’s clear I’ve been eagerly counting down the days for Season 2 of HBO’s “The Last of Us” adaptation, and now the initial episode has been released. Friends, I am as content as a duck in a pond because it met all my expectations and then some. However, there was one alteration from the games in Season 2 that I can’t help but discuss – and I feel compelled to share my thoughts on it as a die-hard fan.

I’m A Huge Last Of Us Game Fan, So I Pretty Much Know The Story Inside Out

To put it simply, as mentioned at the start, I’m an avid enthusiast of these games, which essentially implies that I’ve absorbed every detail, from the beginning to the end. In essence, when it comes to The Last of Us, I could be considered a walking repository of knowledge.

In 2013, when this game initially launched, it became an intense preoccupation of mine, one that I knew would endure throughout my life. Fast-forward to now, thanks to this recent adaptation, I can spread the joy and passion I felt for this game to many more people – and that’s truly exciting!

Being a devoted fan of The Last of Us Part II series, I was eagerly anticipating certain key scenes from its narrative unfold in the second season. Some have been incorporated thus far, yet others remain uncertain as the creators decide the direction of the plot’s unfolding.

Yet, one aspect from the games during Season 2 has been altered in a way that I simply love and can’t help but discuss – this change was introduced in the premiere episode.

The Show Dives Much Deeper Into How Jackson Works As A Community, And It’s Everything

For me, one of the most captivating aspects of zombie apocalypse shows lies in exploring the functioning of communities that have arisen amidst chaos. I find it incredibly intriguing since it portrays humanity’s resilience in rebuilding society from the ground up, both physically and symbolically, after everything has been destroyed.

In the games, if you haven’t played them before, what was noticeably absent was that strong feeling of community. While Joel and Ellie are certainly the main characters in The Last of Us series, it’s important to remember that surviving an apocalypse involves far more than just two individuals.

Although they are central to the plot, I’m equally interested in the side events involving our favorite characters. In the games, unfortunately, Jackson isn’t extensively featured. We catch glimpses of the raid system and their social interactions, similar to the dance depicted in Episode 1, but it seems we don’t encounter many new individuals beyond that.

Even in the games, there’s a character named Cat who was once Ellie’s girlfriend, but we’ve never had the chance to meet her. In the first episode of the TV series, however, she now has a face and we’ve heard her speak as a character.

The TV series offers an intimate look at Jackson, which I wholeheartedly endorse.

More Time In Jackson Means We Get To See More From Joel’s Life

With this new take on Jackson as a whole, we get to see way more of Joel.

I’ll make sure not to reveal any plot twists regarding Ellie’s character from the games. However, I can share that her role evolves significantly within the storyline, shifting from a supporting role as a companion to the old man to becoming a key figure in the universe herself.

In Joel’s real-life persona, we’re finding more depth than we did through his character in the game. Frankly, I wouldn’t have expected Joel Miller to undergo therapy sessions, but indeed, he does so in the TV series, with Catherine O’Hara joining the cast as a new character.

Pedro Pascal has become a prominent figure, and given that he plays Joel, it appears they’ve found ways to feature him more prominently. I wholeheartedly concur with this decision as a fan of his character. It’s indeed a pleasure to witness his increased screen time far beyond my initial expectations for the season.

We’re Also Seeing More Of Ellie Training To Become The Killer We Know She’ll Eventually Become

If you’re familiar with “The Last of Us” series, you’d recognize that Ellie engages in a considerable amount of violence – even a significant rampage, if I may say so. In the games, this transformation seems more plausible due to the noticeable physical changes between Ellie in the first game and the second. However, within the storyline, we don’t witness her undergoing formal training to develop these combat skills.

In the series, Ellie is depicted as undergoing rigorous training in Jackson, mastering combat skills. It’s clear that she’s striving for strength and independence, growing away from Joel. Although her actions may seem typical of an impulsive teenager yearning for freedom, it’s refreshing to witness a character like her engaging in training rather than turning into a killer without hesitation.

The elements found in “The Last of Us” are what make it one of HBO’s top shows. It skillfully adapts the source material from the video games into a form that endears viewers, perhaps even more than the original games.

Making Jackson Feel Like A Real Community Means Its Eventual Destruction Will Be All The More Painful To Watch

I find it fascinating that delving deeper into Jackson’s storyline in this series will make his eventual downfall all the more impactful and poignant when we see it unfold on screen.

In the games, Jackson isn’t annihilated; instead, there are attacks that cause disorder and turmoil. Based on the trailers we’ve seen so far, it appears that some attacks in the upcoming show may target or impact this peaceful community directly.

If we hadn’t taken the opportunity to deeply discover Jackson and connect with its people and community before witnessing an attack on it, it wouldn’t have much emotional impact. However, now that we’re familiar with the town and how it functions as a new home for Joel and Ellie, if it gets destroyed, it will really be felt – this is the kind of TV I enjoy.

Even though there are only six more episodes of Season 2 of “The Last of Us” remaining, I can’t wait to find out what happens next in Jackson. Of course, you can count on me tuning in every time a new episode is released, and I’ll be doing so through my Max subscription.

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2025-04-20 01:08