The Last of Us 2 is one of the most anticipated games of 2020, so the news that HBO would be producing a TV series based on the franchise only heightened fans' excitement. As details on the series are limited, for now, it opens the door for fans to be creative and imagine how the HBO series might look.
With its release date approaching—after a delay to further polish the game—The Last of Us 2 is expected to wow players. While the working conditions at Naughty Dog are often described as untenable as a result of grueling periods of crunch, the studio prides itself on delivering titles that are of exceptional quality. While it might not seem like it's worth the human cost, this culture of perfection makes HBO an ideal match for the company, with their deep pockets and record of quality prestige TV.
As fans wait for information on the TV series to be announced, they are taking it upon themselves to imagine just what shape this series might take. One fan has made a mock-up of an intro sequence for the series. The short, simple introduction is believable as an opener for a series airing on HBO, going with a grainy slow zoom out from a petri-dish. It feels like something the network might actually use.
The HBO series is not likely to air until 2021 or possibly early 2022, so there is plenty of time to speculate on various aspects of the production. While fans posit theories on the upcoming TV series, they will be able to dive back into Ellie and Joel's world in May, when the game arrives.
The Last of Us 2 will be available on May 29th exclusively on PS4.