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Critics point out that Ellie's response to Dena’s pregnancy starkly contrasts with the original game's storyline. In the game, Ellie reacts with concern and complexity, expressing feelings of being a burden and frustration over the situation—that is, her initial reaction is nuanced and emotionally layered. In the televised version, however, Ellie’s response is portrayed as almost childlike, with her gleefully announcing, "We're having a baby," and her reactions being flat or less emotionally profound. The scene is also notably absent of any musical score or emotional buildup, an element critics argue could have heightened its impact.