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

Naughty Dog, the acclaimed studio behind iconic PlayStation titles such as Crash Bandicoot and Uncharted, has once again brought fans the beloved The Last of Us series. This time, they've bundled both critically acclaimed games into a comprehensive package for the PlayStation 5 (PS5) titled The Last of Us Complete. Launched today, the bundle features the 2022 remake, The Last of Us Part 1, and The Last of Us Part 2 Remastered, offering players an enhanced gaming experience.

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

Priced at $109.99, the Collector’s Edition is available at PlayStation Direct and set to launch on July 10. This edition promises an immersive journey through the complete saga that inspired the hit HBO TV series. "Experience the complete story that inspired the TV show with definitive versions of two award-winning games," the official description states, highlighting the graphical and gameplay enhancements made possible by the PS5.

The Last of Us Complete bundle includes not only the mainline stories but also the additional content released over the years. This means players can dive into the Left Behind prequel DLC, centered around Ellie, as well as The Last of Us Part 2’s No Return and Lost Levels. For fans who've enjoyed the HBO series with Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey but haven't yet explored the original games, this digital bundle is available for $99.99.

In a PlayStation.Blog post, Naughty Dog Head of Studio Neil Druckmann announced the physical The Last of Us Complete Collector’s Edition. Priced at $109.99, it's up for pre-order now and includes extra collectibles such as 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, stating, "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 series has been a staple in the PlayStation lineup, though its multiple re-releases and remasters have sparked some debate among fans and critics. The journey of Joel and Ellie saw graphical upgrades on the PS4 in 2014 and a full remake on the PS5 in 2022. The Last of Us Part 2, released in 2020, was remastered for the PS5 in early 2024. Both titles have also made their way to PC, with The Last of Us Part 1 in 2023 and The Last of Us Part 2 Remastered just last week.

The Last of Us Complete consolidates Naughty Dog’s post-apocalyptic narrative into a single package, aligning with the anticipation surrounding HBO's The Last of Us Season 2, premiering its first episode this Sunday. Season 3 was recently greenlit, adding to the excitement.

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