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

Naughty Dog, the studio behind iconic PlayStation titles like Crash Bandicoot and Uncharted, has once again re-released their critically acclaimed series, The Last of Us, in an all-in-one bundle for the PlayStation 5 (PS5). Dubbed "The Last of Us Complete," this collection was announced and launched today, featuring the 2022 remake, The Last of Us Part 1, alongside The Last of Us Part 2 Remastered.

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

Priced at $109.99 and available at PlayStation Direct, The Last of Us Complete offers players the definitive versions of these award-winning games. The bundle is enhanced with graphical and gameplay improvements made possible by the PS5's advanced technology. "Experience the complete story that inspired the TV show with definitive versions of two award-winning games," the official description states.

The Last of Us Complete includes not only the mainline stories but also all the bonus content released over the years. This encompasses 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 starring Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey, this digital bundle is priced at $99.99, providing an all-encompassing journey through the game's universe.

In a post on the PlayStation.Blog, Naughty Dog's Head of Studio, Neil Druckmann, announced the physical The Last of Us Complete Collector’s Edition, set to launch on July 10 for $109.99. Pre-orders are currently available. This edition comes with additional perks, including a Steelbook case, game discs, The Last of Us: American Dreams comics 1 – 4, four lithographic art prints, and a personal thank-you letter from Druckmann.

Druckmann expressed gratitude in his post: "From our entire studio, thank you so much for your incredible support for The Last of Us and Naughty Dog over the years. This is such an exciting moment for both the franchise and our teams. We are so humbled by your personal stories of what the series has meant to you, have marveled at your incredible Photo Mode shots, and inspired to keep pushing ourselves forward to create more stories and worlds you’ll love."

Originally launched on the PS3 in 2013, The Last of Us has remained a beloved part of the PlayStation catalog, despite facing criticism for its multiple re-releases and remasters. The journey of Joel and Ellie was first enhanced for the PS4 in 2014, followed by a full remake for the PS5 in 2022. The Last of Us Part 2, which continued Ellie's story, was released in 2020 and remastered in early 2024. Both titles have also made 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 coincides with the anticipation surrounding HBO's The Last of Us Season 2, set to premiere its first episode this Sunday. Additionally, Season 3 was greenlit just yesterday, adding to the excitement around the franchise.

For more insights into The Last of Us, you can explore why many fans aren't expecting news on The Last of Us Part 3 anytime soon, and how Neil Druckmann and his team plan to continue the story in the future.