HBO’s The Last of Us Season 2 Will Present ‘Another Version of the Game’s Story’

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  • Neil Druckmann has confirmed in a new interview that HBO’s The Last of Us Season 2 will adopt a different version of the game’s story.
  • The game’s DNA will be there, but various undisclosed differences will set the show apart from TLOU Part 2.
  • Neil Druckmann is curious about how the online community will react and has prepared to face many criticisms.

Neil Druckmann has confirmed that HBO’s The Last of Us Season 2 will deviate from the game’s story and instead focus on its own version. The Last of Us Creator is ‘really excited’ to see fans’ reactions as he prepares for criticism.

Why it matters: The new remarks by Neil Druckmann have worried fans about the upcoming season after a positive reception of HBO’s TLOU Season 1, as it might differ drastically from the game.

The Last of Us Part 2 Remastered
The Last Of Us Part 2 dominated Naughty Dog’s best game poll last year.

In a new interview with Variety, Neil Druckmann confirmed that he initially hesitated about changing The Last of Us Season 2, but others eventually convinced him. He loves these changes from the game’s story but assures fans that its DNA remains.

I love the changes that we’ve made. It’s a different version of that story, but its DNA is in there. [I am] Maybe more than excited.

-Neil Druckmann, The Last Of Us Creator.

Neil also points out that we can expect one or two more seasons from the game, as it is becoming increasingly difficult to extend these episodes.

For those not in the know, HBO’s The Last Of Us Season 2 is partially adapting the TLOU Part 2, with the rest being preserved for future seasons.

The Last of Us 2
The Last Of Us Part 3 game may never happen despite more planned seasons.

It’s unclear how much the TV show will deviate from the game, which has upset many fans with these remarks. HBO’s The Last of Us Season 2 is coming out on April 13 this year.

Do you think the TV show based on The Last of Us Part 2 will be great despite taking its own route, or are we in for a disaster? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below, or join the discussion on the Tech4Gamers forum.

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