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Joel's Role: Joel is no longer a playable character and is killed early on by Abby, a new protagonist, whose story becomes central.
Ellie and Abby: Players switch between Ellie and Abby across the game, with Abby being implied as a transgender woman based on leaked images and narrative hints, though not explicitly verified.
Themes of Identity Politics: The game reportedly emphasizes lesbian relationships involving Ellie and others, and features a Christian homophobic cult as antagonists, highlighting divisive social issues.
Narrative Focus: The leaks suggest that the game is heavily rooted in exploring themes of gender identity, sexuality, religious dogma, and political ideology.