The Last of Us Season 2 Episode 1 Review
The highly anticipated The Last of Us is finally back, and Season 2 kicks off with a strong, emotional, and gripping episode titled Future Days. From the very first minutes, the show reminds us why it’s one of the most impactful dramas on TV today. With deeper emotional layers, evolving characters, and a brand-new kind of threat, Episode 1 sets the stage for an intense new chapter. Watch it now on HBO.
Five Years Later – Peace on the Surface, Tension Underneath
It’s been five years since the events of Season 1. Joel and Ellie now live in Jackson, a quiet and well-guarded community, seemingly safe from the horrors of the outside world. But peace comes with emotional weight. Joel and Ellie’s relationship is strained, cold, and full of unspoken truths — especially the lie Joel told Ellie about the Fireflies.
Ellie is no longer the same girl. She’s stronger, more mature, and visibly changed by everything she’s been through. We also get a glimpse of her budding romance with Dina, adding a layer of softness and vulnerability to her toughened exterior.
A Chilling Encounter – The Infected Are Evolving
One of the most intense scenes in this episode is Ellie’s solo encounter with a new kind of infected. During a scouting mission, she gets ambushed — but this is no ordinary clicker. This infected is faster, more calculated… even aware. Ellie quickly realizes something’s off. The way it tracks her, the way it moves — it feels intentional.
After a nerve-wracking chase, Ellie manages to kill the creature, but the fear lingers. This is something different. Smarter. Stronger. And if this is just the beginning, the rest of the season could be terrifying.
Enter Abby – Revenge Is Coming
We’re also introduced to Abby, a determined new character on a mission. Her goal? Avenge her father — the surgeon Joel killed at the end of Season 1. Her appearance is brief, but chilling. With just a few scenes, it’s clear she’ll be a major force this season… and her path will cross Joel’s, sooner or later.
A Bold and Emotional Season Premiere
Episode 1 delivers everything fans hoped for: strong writing, high tension, emotional depth, and jaw-dropping moments. Joel is trying to redeem himself. Ellie is searching for truth. And the world around them is evolving — with smarter infected and new enemies closing in.
This premiere episode doesn’t just continue the story. It raises the stakes and proves that The Last of Us still knows how to surprise, move, and unsettle us — all at once.
