The Last of Us 2 is filled to the brim with special details that players can catch if they are looking closely. Naughty Dog has a knack for creating memorable details that fans can discover long after a game's release, refreshing a player's experience. Recently, a fan noticed one of these Easter eggs which included Neil Druckmann and Halley Gross, the game's narrative leads. This article contains spoilers for The Last of Us 2.
Fans have discovered small details such as Ellie's bracelet in the last scene of The Last of Us 2, which can completely change the end game's interpretation. Other Easter eggs show off fun aspects that the developer wanted to include in the game, and one player noticed a special inclusion towards the end of the game.
One player by the screenname SpiderChundi took to Reddit to bring attention to the voices of two characters the player can hear toward the end of the game. When playing as Abby on Seattle Day 3, the player can hear a radio after entering the Theatre where Ellie, Dina, Tommy, and Jesse are residing. From the radio, Abby can hear two voices belonging to members of the WLF saying that Isaac is dead and requesting backup for the fight on the Seraphite's island. The player brought up that these characters sound like the two narrative leads, Druckmann and Gross. The fan asked someone from Naughty Dog to confirm whether or not this was the cause, and Druckmann himself answered the call, complimenting the player's listening skills.
Many replies were excited with this revelation. These cameos are especially interesting due to previous accusations that Druckmann created a self-insert when The Last of Us 2 outrage was fresh on the scene right after the game's release. However, Druckmann quickly dispelled those rumors made up by fans who think the game was designed to push an agenda against "white males." Despite these opinions, the game has gained a large following, and many players are impressed by the story that Naughty Dog laid out for its fans.
With details like this continually coming to light, The Last of Us 2 may continue to hold many secrets that fans have yet to uncover. The vast world that the game lays before players has a lot of areas that may still have Easter eggs from Naughty Dog lying around. Players can use the new Grounded modes to replay through The Last of Us 2, and maybe the fresh perspective will give gamers an easier time finding the game's hidden details.
The Last of Us 2 is out for PS4.