The critically acclaimed HBO adaptation of The Last of Us, widely considered one of the best video game-to-screen translations, is getting a stunning limited-edition steelbook release for its first season. Available for pre-order now, with a March 18th release date, this 4K UHD Steelbook is a must-have for fans.
Pre-order The Last of Us: The Complete First Season (4K UHD Steelbook)
Release Date: March 18th
Limited-Edition Collectible Steelbook - $45.44 (Amazon, Target, Walmart)
This comprehensive set faithfully captures the events of the original PlayStation 3 game and its Left Behind expansion, enriched with additional storylines that deepen the narrative. Showrunners Craig Mazin and Neil Druckmann (a key figure in the game's development) crafted the scripts, ensuring a seamless transition from game to screen.
Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey brilliantly portray Joel and Ellie, respectively, alongside appearances from the game's original actors, Troy Baker and Ashley Johnson. The series follows Joel's journey escorting Ellie across a post-apocalyptic America ravaged by a fungal pandemic, where Ellie's unique immunity holds the key to humanity's survival.
For fans of the game, the show is a faithful and thrilling adaptation. For those unfamiliar with the source material, it's a gripping standalone story.
Special Features and Bonus Content
This limited-edition steelbook includes over two hours of bonus content:
- Controllers Down: Adapting The Last of Us, From Levels to Live Action
- The Last of Us: Stranger than Fiction
For those eager to experience the games, The Last of Us Part I is available on PS5 and PC, with Part II Remastered on PS5 and launching for PC on April 3rd. Collectors can also find Joel and Ellie action figures, and fans anticipating Season Two can delve into the details revealed in the Season Two trailer.
