• Actress Kaitlyn Dever joins 'The Last of Us' cast
  • She will play a pivotal role in the show
  • Dever will be part of season two

The gaming world's most polarizing figure, "Abby", is set to storm the screen, and who better to bring the muscle than Hollywood's own Kaitlyn Dever. That's right, folks! The Emmy-nominated star from 'Booksmart' and 'Dopesick' fame is confirmed to join the gritty world of 'The Last of Us' in its second season, as HBO spilled the beans on Thursday.

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Unveiling "Abby"s enigmatic character in HBO's adaptation

The suspense is killing us! For all you 'The Last of Us' newbies, "Abby"s a character shrouded in as much mystery as the Cordyceps-infected "clickers" themselves. HBO's keeping lips sealed tighter than a spore-infested quarantine zone, but here's the lowdown: "Abby"s a soldier with a vendetta and a worldview that's about to get as flipped as a turned-over car in the game's chaotic streets.

Kaitlyn Dever, once eyed to play "Ellie," now steps into the boots of "Abby," a role that's got fans buzzing like a hive of infected. It's a casting twist that echoes the game's own voice actor switcheroos, with Laura Bailey voicing "Abby" in 'The Last of Us Part II' after smaller roles in the original.

But wait, there's more! Craig Mazin and Neil Druckmann, the masterminds behind the series, are preaching talent over muscles. They're "thrilled" to have Dever flex her acting chops alongside Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey, who've already snagged Emmy nods for their gripping portrayals of "Joel" and "Ellie."

'The Last of Us' Season 2: Brace for impact in 2025

The plot thickens as season 2 promises to dive into the dark, twisty tales of 'The Last of Us Part II.' Will fans be ready for the emotional rollercoaster that "Druckmann" and "Mazin" are engineering? Only time will tell, but one thing's for sure – the "furor" is just getting started.

So, buckle up, survivors! 'The Last of Us' season 2 is gearing up to film this year, with a 2025 premiere target on HBO. Will Kaitlyn Dever's "Abby" win hearts or stir the pot of fan fury? Stay tuned for the drama, the action, and the inevitable social media storm!