The Last of Us showrunner Neil Druckmann has confirmed that the changes seen in the latest episode will change how the series ends. We also have a first look at next week's explosive season 2

The latest episode of HBO's post-apocalyptic thriller drama deviated from the game’s narrative to tell a deeper story about the characters, including Gail and Eugene.

The Last of Us Season 2 Episode 6 comes out on HBO and MAX on Sunday, May 18, 2025. You can watch The Last of Us Season 2 Episode 6 tonight on HBO at 9 PM ET/PT.

Now, Mazin appears to confirm that The Last of Us will need to go beyond three seasons to wrap up Ellie's story. "Certainly, there’s no way to complete this narrative in a third season," Mazin told Collider. "Hopefully, we’ll earn our keep enough to come back and finish it in a fourth. That’s the most likely outcome."

The Last of Us Season 2 Episode 6 is close to its official release, so check out the release date and time for the upcoming episode.

The Last of Us season two, episode six will be available to watch on HBO and to stream on Max on May 18, 2025. New episodes of The Last of Us season twoair each Sunday through May 25, 2025.

Here, in chronological order, is every time The Last of Us Season 2, episode 6 broke our hearts.

The Last of Us Season 2 Episode 6 featured emotionally heavy flashback sequences and also made us witness Joel and Ellie's final conversation.