Neil Druckmann Reveals 'Dramatic Reason' for Spores Return in The Last of Us Season 2

The Last of Us Season 2 showrunners Neil Druckmann and Craig Mazin have exciting news for fans: "spores are back" after their notable absence in Season 1. This thrilling update comes directly from the latest trailer for the eagerly awaited HBO series. In the trailer, viewers get a glimpse of Ellie, portrayed by Bella Ramsey, encountering an infected character whose breath emits the iconic spores.

The trailer, shared on social media, teases the return of this crucial element from the original game with the caption, "You can’t stop this. #TheLastOfUs returns April 13 on Max."

You can’t stop this.#TheLastOfUs returns April 13 on Max. pic.twitter.com/DH8UzAugIV

— Max (@StreamOnMax) March 8, 2025

Warning! Spoilers for The Last of Us Season 1 follow.