Following the critical and commercial success of the first season of HBO’s The Last of Us series, it was evident that they could not overlook the adaptation of Season 2, which is inspired by events from The Last of Us Part 2 game. Although viewers will have to wait until 2025 for the continuation of Ellie and Joel’s adventures, HBO has already begun teasing with a first video featuring key sequences from Naughty Dog’s title. These include the well-known ball scene in Jackson, Ellie’s tattoo on her scar, Isabela Merced taking on the role of Dina, Jeffrey Wright portraying an extremely agitated Isaac Dixon (a character he also voiced in the video game), Gabriela Luna with long hair and her sniper rifle in a sequence that fans of the game have already recognized, the Seraphites with their torches in the woods, and even a glimpse of Kaitlyn Dever as Abby in the infamous fence scene where she is attacked by infected. Season 2 aims to remain faithful to the original material, though this level of detail might be overwhelming for video game fans who should remember that the series caters to more than just them. Nonetheless, if Season 2 matches the quality of the first season, it promises to be an enjoyable viewing experience.
For all the horror and sci-fi enthusiasts out there, Sophie Laurent has an exciting new blog post about Fallen Leaf Studio’s upcoming space horror game, Fort Solis. Published on August 3rd, this piece offers a sneak peek into 14 minutes of gameplay that is sure to chill your bones, especially if you’re a fan of Dead Space and The Callisto Protocol. Featuring the voice acting prowess of Roger Clark from Red Dead Redemption 2, the game immerses players in a tense atmosphere on Mars as they unravel the mysteries of Fort Solis station. Don’t miss out on this thrilling adventure set to launch on August 22nd for PC, PS5, and Mac. Dive into the eerie details Fort Solis: 14 Minutes of Gameplay for New Spatial Horror Game Coming to PS5 and PC. For those interested in a critical take on recent gaming releases, Sophie Laurent’s latest piece “Critical: Icy Bath for Space Thriller Featuring Troy Baker and Roger Clark” is well worth your time. Published on August 24th, this review dives into the underwhelming reception of Fort Solis, a science-fiction horror game that failed to live up to its Dead Space comparisons due to poor marketing and gameplay issues. Despite featuring stellar voice acting from Troy Baker and Roger Clark, the game struggles with slow pacing and technical shortcomings. To learn more about why critics gave it mixed to negative reviews, check out Critical: Icy Bath for Space Thriller Featuring Troy Baker and Roger Clark.
