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The Failure of The Last of Us 2 (Season 2)

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The video analyzes why so many players consider that The Last of Us Part II failed narratively and how this dissatisfaction threatens to carry over to Season 2 of the HBO series. The narrator begins by recalling the excitement generated by the first installment and the initial season of the television adaptation, contrasting it with the division within the community following the release of the sequel in 2020. He explains that although the game sold millions and received awards, the popular perception was marked by leaks, the shock of Joel's death at the beginning, and the decision to devote half of the story to Abby—characters and twists that many fans interpreted as betrayals of the essence of the original.

The video delves into the most common criticisms: the plot is perceived as forced in its message of 'the cycle of violence,' the dual campaign structure breaks the pacing, and certain beloved characters lose charisma or coherence. It emphasizes that Naughty Dog opted for surprise and provocation, creating a clash between the evaluation of specialized press (which praised the technical and dramatic ambition) and the dissatisfaction of a significant portion of the audience, reflected in low user scores on Metacritic and a wave of negative videos.

In terms of sales, the content highlights that The Last of Us II had a strong start—selling four million copies in three days—but its subsequent trajectory slowed, falling short compared to other Sony first-party successes. According to the creator of the video, this confirms that the controversy penalized the 'long tail,' reducing word-of-mouth promotion and the long-term value of the brand. It also mentions internal wear and tear: reports of extreme crunch time, talent leaks at Naughty Dog, and growing distrust toward Neil Druckmann as a creative leader.

The central point is the impact on the series: Season 2, already in pre-production, aims to adapt the events of the second game almost without changes. The author warns that repeating the structure—Joel's premature death, Abby's prominence, and the revenge plot—could break the emotional connection that Bella Ramsey and Pedro Pascal built with the mainstream audience. Precedents from other franchises that lost viewers by deviating from what hooked fans are cited, and it is questioned whether HBO will dare to alter the storyline to avoid a similar exodus.

Finally, the video concludes that the 'failure' wasn't an immediate commercial one but rather a matter of prestige among the community. The second season of the show faces the challenge of reconciling critics and viewers, deciding whether to keep the divisive story intact or rewrite it to preserve empathy with Ellie without sacrificing depth. According to the narrator, the future of The Last of Us as a multimedia saga will depend on finding a balance between artistic ambition and respect for the emotional bond that the audience formed with the original characters

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