The Last of Us season 2 episode 3 has sparked controversy among fans, particularly those familiar with the Naughty Dog game. Social media is abuzz with criticism regarding changes made in the adaptation, with some viewers expressing disappointment and feeling the episode is disrespectful to the source material.

One point of contention is the altered timeline, including a three-month time jump and the absence of Ellie and Dina following Tommy to Seattle. This change is seen by some as undermining Ellie's motivations for revenge. Another criticism revolves around the tent scene and perceived inaccuracies. Fans have also expressed dissatisfaction with Tommy's character changes and Ellie's apparent lack of anger towards Dina for withholding information.

A significant deviation from the game involves Dina's familiarity with Abby's crew and the subsequent planning of their revenge mission. In the HBO series, Dina presents Ellie with a mapped-out plan, and they depart with supplies provided by Seth. This contrasts with the game, where Ellie and Dina leave for Seattle after Tommy's solo departure, and Maria sets a condition for their supply acquisition which was to bring her husband back. The series' omission of Tommy's initial involvement has triggered negative reactions from game enthusiasts.

Despite the controversy surrounding episode 3, The Last Of Us has been renewed for a second season. Halley Gross and Bo Shim have joined Craig Mazin and Neil Druckmann in the writers' room. In India, The Last Of Us Season 2 can be streamed on JioHotstar, with new episodes released every Monday at 06:30 am.