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Last of Us Season 2 Faces Review Bombing and Fan Backlash

As Joel's death reshapes the series, Bella Ramsey exits social media following harassment over their portrayal of Ellie.

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Ellie Williams is one of the best female characters ever created. (HBO/Warner Media/Naughty Dog)
The Last of Us star Bella Ramsey. (Getty)
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Overview

  • The Last of Us Season 2 audience score on Rotten Tomatoes has dropped to 51%, attributed to coordinated review bombing campaigns.
  • Bella Ramsey deactivated their social media accounts after receiving criticism and harassment for not resembling Ellie from the video game.
  • Season 2 diverges from the game by revealing Abby's backstory early, deepening her motivations and reshaping the narrative structure.
  • Pedro Pascal's Joel is confirmed dead but will appear in flashbacks throughout the season, maintaining his presence in the series.
  • The next episode is expected to introduce Isaac, a key antagonist from the games, portrayed by Jeffrey Wright, though details remain speculative.