The Last of Us season 2 writer says ridiculed 'dad' line just popped into his head
Briefly

The Last of Us season 2 has stirred controversy mainly due to its script, particularly regarding the characterization of Ellie. Many fans feel that the show’s representation of Ellie is immature and incompetent compared to her portrayal in the Naughty Dog games. One notable scene occurs when Dina, who is pregnant, reveals her news to Ellie with buoyancy, contrasting with the game's original presentation where Dina is anxious and emotional. This divergence in tone has led to an uproar among fans, with particular scenes becoming the subject of memes, reflecting their disappointment.
In early episodes of season 2, Dina, Ellie's love interest, is shown repeatedly throwing up, revealing her pregnancy in a lighthearted yet controversial tone compared to the games.
Fans have expressed dissatisfaction with the show’s depiction of Ellie as immature and incompetent, arguing it deviates significantly from her character in the Naughty Dog games.
Read at Polygon
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