So you've got a PS5 and you're thinking about "The Last of Us," ? Good choice! Now, if you're looking for a game box that literally says "The Last of Us Complete," you might not find exactly that. But don't worry, you can absolutely get the whole story of Joel and Ellie on your shiny new console. It's just spread across a couple of amazing titles.
Let's break down how you get the "complete" experience on PS5, nice and simple.
First up: "The Last of Us Part I" (This is for the PS5)
What's the Deal? This is the very first game, the one that blew everyone's minds when it first came out. But this isn't just the old game dusted off. Oh no. For the PS5, they've rebuilt it from scratch. Think brand new graphics, characters that look unbelievably real, environments that are just jaw-dropping. It’s the original story but looking like it was made today.
The Story (No Big Spoilers, Promise!): You play mostly as Joel. He's a tough fella who's been through a lot in a world that's gone to pot. A nasty fungus has turned most people into these terrifying clicky-hissy monsters (we call 'em Infected). Joel gets a job – take a young girl named Ellie across what's left of America. And let me tell you, their journey is something else. It's scary, it's sad, it's heartwarming... it’s just incredible.
Why's it "Complete" on PS5?
You get the full, amazing main story, looking better than ever.
And the brilliant "Left Behind" bit is in there too. That's an extra story chapter that tells you a bit about Ellie's life before she bumped into Joel. It's really good!
Plus, all that PS5 magic – it loads super quick, the controller rumbles and pushes back in cool ways, making you feel like you're really there.
Next, You Need: "The Last of Us Part II Remastered" (Also for PS5)
What's This One? This is the next chapter, picking up a few years after the first game finished. Now, this isn't a total rebuild like Part I on PS5, but they've taken the already stunning PS4 version and polished it up even more for the PS5. Think of it as giving a brilliant painting a really good clean and putting it in a better frame.
The Story (Again, Trying to Keep it Vague!): This game… woah. It follows Ellie, and she's on a mission. A very angry, very personal mission. It's darker than the first one, and it really messes with your head about who's right and who's wrong. You also get to play as another character, Abby, and see things from her side too. It's a proper emotional rollercoaster, this one. Not for the faint of heart!
What Makes the PS5 Version "Complete-er"?
You get the whole massive, gripping story of Part II.
There's a new mode called "No Return." It’s like a survival challenge where you pick characters and try to last as long as you can against waves of bad guys. Super addictive!
They've even put in some "Lost Levels" – bits of the game that got cut during development, with the game makers talking about why. Pretty neat if you like behind-the-scenes stuff.
And yup, you can just sit and play the guitar in the game if you fancy a break from all the drama.
Naturally, it looks and runs better on PS5, with all those nice controller touches.
So, to Get the Whole Shebang...
If you want the entire main Joel and Ellie story, from start to finish, looking its absolute best on your PS5, you'll need to grab:
The Last of Us Part I (PS5 remake)
The Last of Us Part II Remastered (PS5)
Play 'em in that order, and you're set for one of the most unforgettable, powerful stories in all of gaming. Just have a box of tissues handy, okay? It gets emotional! But seriously, experiencing it on the PS5 with all the graphical bells and whistles? That's the way to do it. Enjoy the game!
