HBO's The Last of Us, season one, is widely considered a landmark achievement in video game adaptations. Faithfully following the narrative of Naughty Dog's 2013 PS3 game (with some enriching additions), it's a must-see. As season two premieres this April on Max, fans can now revisit the gripping first season with a stunning limited-edition steelbook release, available for pre-order and launching March 18th. Let's explore what this special edition offers.
Preorder The Last of Us: The Complete First Season (4K UHD Steelbook)
The Last of Us: The Complete First Season (4K UHD)
This limited-edition collectible steelbook, priced at $45.44 (a 9% saving from the original $49.99), is available at Amazon, Target, and Walmart. The season encompasses the events of the original game and its *Left Behind* expansion, enhanced with additional storylines that deepen the overall narrative. The scripts were masterfully crafted by Craig Mazin and Neil Druckmann, the latter a key figure in the game's development.
Pedro Pascal embodies Joel Miller, with Bella Ramsey as Ellie. Adding a nostalgic touch, Troy Baker and Ashley Johnson (the game's Joel and Ellie) also appear. The series follows Joel's journey escorting Ellie across a post-apocalyptic America ravaged by a fungal pandemic, where Ellie holds the key to humanity's survival.
For fans of the video game series (myself included!), the show beautifully captures the essence of its exceptional story. For a more detailed breakdown, check out our The Last of Us season one review.
Special Features and Bonus Content
This limited-edition steelbook includes over two hours of bonus content, featuring:
- Controllers Down: Adapting The Last of Us, From Levels to Live Action
- The Last of Us: Stranger than Fiction
Inspired to play the games? The Last of Us Part I is available on PS5 and PC. The Last of Us Part II Remastered is on PS5, with a PC release slated for April 3rd. Collectors can also find Joel and Ellie action figures. And for those eagerly anticipating season two, explore the five key details revealed in the season two trailer.
