If you’ve ever thought, “Didn’t I already buy this?” when scrolling past a Last of Us title in the PlayStation Store—you’re not alone. With the announcement of The Last of Us Complete, Sony and Naughty Dog are once again bundling up Joel and Ellie’s greatest hits for another trip to the checkout line. This time, it’s the “definitive” PS5 package, combining The Last of Us Part I (the 2022 remake of the 2013 original) and The Last of Us Part II Remastered.
It’s not just déjà vu—it’s the fifth major re-release of these two games in just over a decade.
The Last of Us Part II Remastered (2024), Naughty Dog
Let’s break it down:
- The Last of Us launched on PS3 in 2013.
- A PS4 remaster arrived in 2014.
- A full-blown PS5 remake (The Last of Us Part I) dropped in 2022.
- The remake hit PC in 2023.
- And now, it’s all bundled again in 2025.
Meanwhile, The Last of Us Part II followed a similar pattern:
- Original release in 2020 on PS4.
- Remastered in 2024 for PS5.
- PC release in April 2025.
- Now included in the Complete bundle.
“No matter what, you keep finding something to fight for.”
The Last of Us Complete is out now! pic.twitter.com/Ja0XSLnLE0
— Neil Druckmann (@Neil_Druckmann) April 10, 2025
So what’s new this time? Not much. Part I is the same remake you’ve seen before. Part II Remastered brings some small visual upgrades, a roguelike mode (“No Return”), and a few cut level concepts that feel more like DVD extras than vital gameplay. No new story content. No new multiplayer. Just another coat of digital paint—and a familiar price tag.
And let’s talk about that price tag.
These weren’t free upgrades. If you bought The Last of Us Remastered on PS4, you got zero discount on the PS5 remake. It launched at a full $69.99, same as any new title. The Last of Us Part II Remastered did at least offer a $10 upgrade path for PS4 owners. And for PC players? Full price all over again. No bundle discounts, no loyalty rewards. Just a reminder that nostalgia comes with a receipt.
Oh, and The Last of Us Complete? It’s out now on digital for a whopping $99.99.
Abby in The Last of Us Part II (2020), Naughty Dog
Now with The Last of Us Complete, Sony is banking on fans double—or triple—dipping once again. There’s even a physical collector’s edition coming in July for $109.99, complete with a steelbook case and a reprint of the American Dreams comic. It’s a slick package, sure. But it’s also a clear message: if you’ve already bought these games before, tough luck—open your wallet one more time.
What’s most frustrating isn’t just the aggressive repackaging. It’s what’s not happening. Naughty Dog hadn’t released a new IP in over a decade. And when they finally did announce something new—Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet—the reception was less than stellar.
The game’s reveal trailer, featuring a bald female protagonist named Jordan A. Mun, was met with significant backlash from the gaming community. The trailer received a disproportionate number of dislikes compared to likes, with many criticizing the game’s direction and character design. Some fans expressed concerns that Naughty Dog was prioritizing political messaging over engaging storytelling and gameplay yet again. This was a common complaint about The Last of Us Part II.
The main character for Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet – YouTube, PlayStation
Is this really the creative legacy fans were hoping for? Or just the slow zombification of what once had the potential to be one of gaming’s greatest franchises?
At this rate, don’t be surprised if The Last of Us: Ultra Neural Edition beams itself straight into your PS6 in 2028—retextured, repackaged, and resold at full retail price one more time.
Until then, The Last of Us Complete is out now on digital. If you’re planning to pick it up, just make sure you’re not already staring at it on your shelf.
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