Overview

• Season 2 begins with a five-year time jump, showcasing Joel and Ellie living in Jackson but grappling with a fractured relationship stemming from Joel's past deception.
• Abby, played by Kaitlyn Dever, is introduced early as a vengeful character seeking retribution for her father's death during Joel's hospital massacre.
• Joel’s mental health is explored through therapy sessions, adding emotional depth to his character and highlighting his struggles with guilt and vulnerability.
• Jackson faces new dangers as evolving infected threats and signs of cordyceps infiltration challenge the community's sense of safety and security.
• The adaptation diverges from the video game by reordering key events, such as Abby's introduction, to better suit television storytelling and maintain narrative tension.