"The Last of Us Complete Surprises with PS5 Bundle Launch"

Naughty Dog, the acclaimed studio behind iconic PlayStation titles such as Crash Bandicoot and Uncharted, has once again brought its critically acclaimed The Last of Us series to the forefront with the release of The Last of Us Complete for the PlayStation 5 (PS5). This comprehensive bundle, announced and launched today, includes the 2022 remake The Last of Us Part 1 and The Last of Us Part 2 Remastered, offering players an immersive experience enhanced by the power of the PS5.

The Last of Us Complete: Collector’s Edition - PS5

Priced at $109.99 and available for purchase at PlayStation Direct, The Last of Us Complete Collector’s Edition is set to launch on July 10. This edition promises an all-encompassing experience of the franchise that inspired the popular HBO TV series. "Experience the complete story that inspired the TV show with definitive versions of two award-winning games," states the official description, highlighting the graphical and gameplay improvements enabled by the PS5.

The bundle not only includes the main storylines but also the additional content released over the years. This includes the Left Behind prequel DLC focused on Ellie, as well as The Last of Us Part 2's No Return and Lost Levels content. For fans of the HBO series featuring Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey, this digital bundle, priced at $99.99, offers a comprehensive dive into the original video game saga.

In a PlayStation.Blog post, Naughty Dog's Head of Studio Neil Druckmann shared details about the physical Collector’s Edition, which includes a Steelbook case, game discs, The Last of Us: American Dreams comics 1-4, four lithographic art prints, and a thank-you letter from Druckmann himself. "From our entire studio, thank you so much for your incredible support for The Last of Us and Naughty Dog over the years," Druckmann expressed, emphasizing the studio's gratitude and excitement for the franchise's continued success.

Since its debut on the PS3 in 2013, The Last of Us series has remained a beloved part of the PlayStation catalog. Despite criticisms regarding its multiple re-releases and remasters, the journey of Joel and Ellie has been continuously enhanced, with a PS4 version in 2014, a PS5 remake in 2022, and The Last of Us Part 2's release in 2020 followed by its remaster in early 2024. Both titles have also found their way to PC, with The Last of Us Part 1 arriving in 2023 and The Last of Us Part 2 Remastered just last week.

The release of The Last of Us Complete aligns with the premiere of HBO's The Last of Us Season 2 this Sunday, with Season 3 already greenlit. While some may question the need for another re-release, the timing seems strategic, tapping into the renewed interest generated by the TV series.

For those interested in the future of the franchise, you can explore why many fans aren't expecting to hear about The Last of Us Part 3 anytime soon, and how Neil Druckmann and the team behind the show might continue the story in the future.