The Last Of Us Showrunners Break Down Why They Finally Introduced Spores

In the world of The Last of Us, people can become infected primarily by bites and cuts from other infected. In Episode 5, the showrunners finally introduced spores to the playing field, making it a lot easier for people to become infected. Originally, showrunner and creator Neil Druckmann said there had to be a "dramatic reason" for spores to make their way to the show, and with the episode's climactic end, we have our reason.This story contains spoilers for The Last of Us Season 2.As we saw in the trailer last week, fans knew that spores were coming to the show, and now we know how they're created. At the end of the episode, Ellie (Bella Ramsey) chases Nora (Tati Gabrielle) through a hospital basement where spores have been running rampant for years. Nora thinks Ellie is going to become infected as well, but the revelation of her immunity is quickly realized.Continue Reading at GameSpot

May 12, 2025 - 18:48

The Last Of Us Showrunners Break Down Why They Finally Introduced Spores

In the world of The Last of Us, people can become infected primarily by bites and cuts from other infected. In Episode 5, the showrunners finally introduced spores to the playing field, making it a lot easier for people to become infected. Originally, showrunner and creator Neil Druckmann said there had to be a "dramatic reason" for spores to make their way to the show, and with the episode's climactic end, we have our reason.

This story contains spoilers for The Last of Us Season 2.

As we saw in the trailer last week, fans knew that spores were coming to the show, and now we know how they're created. At the end of the episode, Ellie (Bella Ramsey) chases Nora (Tati Gabrielle) through a hospital basement where spores have been running rampant for years. Nora thinks Ellie is going to become infected as well, but the revelation of her immunity is quickly realized.Continue Reading at GameSpot