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A new The Last of Us PS5 Special Edition physical game release is drawing mixed reactions

The Last of Us Remastered cover art (Image source: Sony PlayStation)
The Last of Us Remastered cover art (Image source: Sony PlayStation)
Sony is apparently not finished re-releasing the first two The Last of Us titles. A reliable leaker spotted a new Special Edition The Last of Us PS5 game. The version could be available for pre-order within two months at a price of $109.99.

With The Last of Us season 2 premiering on April 13th, Sony is looking to cash in on the anticipation. Prominent leaker billbil-kun stumbled upon another The Last of Us game for the PS5. Although many details are unknown, the special edition should be available in physical form. Billbil-kun reveals that the game will cost $109.99, and pre-orders could begin within two months.

The Last of Us Remastered debuted on the PS4 in 2014, followed by a 2022 PS5 remake, The Last of Us Part I. After The Last of Us Part II sequel was released in 2020, another remastered version surfaced in 2024. PC gamers can expect a Windows release shortly on April 3rd. Since both entries in the series have received plenty of attention from Sony, fans wonder what a new The Last of Us PS5 release could offer.

The Last of Us PS5 Special Edition billbil-kun X post (Image source: screenshot, billbil-kun X account)
The Last of Us PS5 Special Edition billbil-kun X post (Image source: screenshot, billbil-kun X account)
The Last of Us DualSense Limited Edition controller (Image source: Sony PlayStation Blog)
The Last of Us DualSense Limited Edition controller (Image source: Sony PlayStation Blog)

Some Redditors believe Sony will bundle remastered editions of both The Last of Us titles in one package. Otherwise, there aren't many ways developer Naughty Dog can improve on the previous versions. Gamers have already benefited from new modes, gameplay mechanics, and dramatically enhanced visuals.

While The Last of Us HBO series has attracted record viewership, some gamers are experiencing fatigue with the franchise. New remasters and even accessories have appeared regularly. Sony recently announced a Limited Edition PS5 DualSense controller, paying tribute to the series. The upcoming The Last of Us PS5 Special Edition package could include collectibles to entice skeptical buyers.

Since the 2013 The Last of Us, Naughty Dog has unleashed only one sequel, but numerous remasters and remakes. With the developer working on Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet, The Last of Us Part III is likely years away from arrival. Still, as reissues of other popular IPs enjoy success, Sony sees no reason to rush a new game.

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Adam Corsetti, 2025-03-31 (Update: 2025-03-31)