When you follow that through, it seems pretty clear that the flashback at the end of episode 5 is building up to something. The Last of Us is well known for breaking the mould with its standout episodes, some of which — think episodes 3 and episodes 7 in Season 1 — take us on journeys into the past.

HBO's The Last of Us has already filled season 2 with jaw-dropping, shocking moments. But none of them – including the death of Joel (Pedro Pascal) in episode 2 – have hit as hard as the twist in the final moments of this week's episode. And it all comes down to two, game-changing words from Ellie (Bella Ramsey): "I know."

Warning: This post contains spoilers for Episode 5 of The Last of Us Season 2.Ever since Joel (Pedro Pascal) was brutally murdered by Abby (Kaitlyn Dever) in the second episode of The Last of Us Season 2,