Overview

• Joel's death at Abby's hands in Episode 2 solidifies Ellie’s revenge-driven arc, aligning with Abby's own vendetta against Joel for her father’s death.
• The series reframes Abby as a complex antihero by revealing her motivations early, a departure from the game’s structure to enhance narrative symmetry.
• Pedro Pascal continues to appear as Joel in flashbacks, maintaining his presence in the series despite the character's death.
• Episode 3 previews suggest the arrival of WLF leader Isaac, portrayed by Jeffrey Wright, signaling a broader exploration of the factional conflict in Seattle.
• Showrunners Craig Mazin and Neil Druckmann have adjusted elements from the game, including the circumstances of Joel's death, to better suit the television format.