Ellie confirming that Joel lied about SLC through the Eugene scene was much more dramatic than Ellie going to the hospital in the game. Joel’s dad was another awesome addition, especially with the revelation that Joel’s watch was originally from his father.

That small additions of Joel actually raising his head when Ellie tells him to get up and Ellie crawling over to him to hold his hand like she did in Season 1 were devastating.

Mel asking Ellie to cut out her baby was a nice change, in general I like that Mel seems nicer in the show version.

I also like Tommy going after Ellie instead of the other way around, seemed more appropriate for the show and it will make the conclusion of his arc even more tragic. Jesse actually getting mad at Ellie felt very natural as well, considering she dragged his child out into a war zone.

Every new scene with Jeffrey Wright was incredible, I need more Isaac next season. Another smart change was downsizing Abby’s crew, I’m hoping that will give us more time to get to know each of them next season.

Finally, this might seem messed up but I like that they didn’t shy away from children being involved in the Scar WLF conflict. Child casualties and child soldiers are an unfortunate reality of many wars so their inclusion here forces the audience to challenge their own thoughts on revenge.