The Last of Us season 2 updates: New teaser, images and details reveal several changes from video game

HBO kept us waiting for a long, long time for any The Last of Us season 2 updates. It's really not fair. Especially since the season 1 finale left us all with a wild cliffhanger. To say we need answers NOW is an understatement. Earlier this year, fans finally received new images that vaguely teased what's to come. But on Sunday, Aug. 4, we got our first teaser trailer and OMG I am scared!

During the Warner Bros. Discovery Upfront, two new images were shared for the upcoming season. The first, you can see featured at the top of this post, and the second image is below. Now, let's review everything we know so far about The Last of Us season 2.

When HBO released The Last of Us, it was during a time when the entertainment world was overpacked with apocalyptic dramas. We felt like we had seen it all. The series is also based on a video game, and we all know that video game adaptation do not have the best rep. On the other hand, we were sorta excited about Pedro Pascal being attached to the project. I mean, who doesn't love Mr. Pascal? And Bella Ramsey's Game of Thrones character was iconic so we couldn't wait to see her kick ass again. All that said, we gave The Last of Us a chance and tuned in. And boy did I kick myself for ever doubting the series! It became an instant hit across the globe, receiving praise from critics for its storytelling and performances.

Now, just because it is based on a video game does not mean the HBO series will copy and adapt every part of it. Season 1 has already thrown several surprises and twists our way. So even if you are a fan of the games, The Last of Us on HBO will keep you on your toes!

The first image (above) features Joel. You'll notice that he is sporting longer hair than when we last saw him. Not significantly longer, but you can tell it has been a few months since the events in season 1. The recently released teaser (which you can watch below) now reveals just why Joel appears to be so tense. He knows what he did, and he knows there will be consequences that follow.

I was very excited to learn that Catherine O'Hara would be joining this season. It doesn't matter what role she takes on or what genre she tackles, O'Hara is one of the best talents in the game! In the clip above, she is asking Joel if he hurt Ellie (or we assume Ellie is who she is referring to) and Joel says he didn't, but that he "saved her." I mean, he did...but should he have? The answer? It depends on who you ask!

The second images tells us even less than the first. It shows Ellie, armed and starring down at something. Did she just shoot someone? Ellie is also bundled up in a coat and beanie, and it looks like she has a backpack on. Ellie could simply be out gathering food or supplies, or on a new mission. Either way, we hope she is with Joel!

The Last of Us season 2 will also star Gabriel Luna, back as Tommy, and Rutina Wesley, returning as Maria. Newcomers include Kaitlyn Dever, Isabela Merced, Ariela Barer, Tati Gabrielle, Spencer Lord, Danny Ramirez, and Catherine O'Hara. It's a star-studded season.

Stay tuned for updates to come...