The first season of HBO's *The Last of Us* is widely acclaimed as the pinnacle of video game adaptations, closely mirroring the narrative of the 2013 Naughty Dog game for the PS3. As anticipation builds for the second season, set to premiere in April on Max, fans have a fantastic opportunity to revisit the gripping first season through a newly released limited-edition steelbook. Available for preorder, this steelbook will hit the shelves on March 18. Here's a closer look at what you can expect from this collectible.
Preorder The Last of Us: The Complete First Season (4K UHD Steelbook)
**The Last of Us: The Complete First Season (4K UHD)** is a must-have for fans. This limited-edition collectible steelbook is currently available at a discounted price of $45.44, saving you 9% off the original $49.99. You can secure your copy at Amazon, Target, or Walmart.
For those new to the series, the first season encapsulates the entire storyline of the original game and the *Left Behind* expansion, enriched with additional world-building narratives that enhance the overall experience. The scripts were masterfully crafted by showrunners Craig Mazin and Neil Druckmann, the latter being a key figure in the creation of both *The Last of Us* video games.
In the series, Pedro Pascal brilliantly portrays Joel Miller, with Bella Ramsey bringing Ellie to life. Notably, Troy Baker and Ashley Johnson, the voices behind Joel and Ellie in the games, also appear in the show. The plot follows the duo's harrowing journey across a post-apocalyptic America overrun by fungal zombies, with Ellie's potential to save humanity at the heart of their mission.
As a fan of the *The Last of Us* series, I believe the show truly honors the source material's compelling narrative. For a deeper dive into the first season, you can read our comprehensive review.
Special Features and Bonus Content
The limited-edition steelbook comes packed with over two hours of bonus content, offering fans an even richer experience:
- **Controllers Down: Adapting The Last of Us, From Levels to Live Action** - Explore the journey from video game to television screen.
- **The Last of Us: Stranger than Fiction** - Delve into the fascinating world of the series.
If watching the show sparks an interest in playing the games, you can pick up *The Last of Us: Part I* on PS5 or PC. *The Last of Us: Part II Remastered* is also available on PS5, with a PC release scheduled for April 3. Additionally, Sony offers some impressive Joel and Ellie action figures for collectors. For those eager about the upcoming second season, be sure to check out 5 key details from the season two trailer.
