The Last of Us Complete Collection for PS5 Fuels Debate Over Franchise's Future

The Last of Us Complete Collection Arrives on PS5

The Last of Us just dropped a major surprise for PlayStation 5 owners: Naughty Dog has bundled the first two games into a hefty digital package called The Last of Us Complete, stoking the age-old debate about where the saga goes next. Priced at $99.99, this digital bundle delivers both The Last of Us Part I Remastered and the souped-up The Last of Us Part II Remastered. The upgrades include modern graphics, smooth DualSense haptics, and extra features like No Return mode—a roguelike challenge—and Guitar Free Play for those drawn in by the series' musical moments.

Fans looking for something tangible have their eyes on the upcoming Collector's Edition set to land July 10, 2025. At $109.99, you get a Steelbook display case, detailed lithographic prints, the full run of The Last of Us: American Dreams comics (Issues 1-4), and a personalized thank-you note from series chief Neil Druckmann himself. Collectors love these touches, which tap into the franchise's cult following and a hunger for physical mementos.

Is This Really the End? Fans Dissect the 'Complete' Label

Here’s where things get heated: that word ‘Complete’. Some longtime fans read it as Naughty Dog drawing a finish line under Joel and Ellie’s story—an unspoken way of telling us not to expect Part 3 anytime soon, if at all. Discussions online show a split between those welcoming the convenience and polish of this all-in-one package and others who feel it’s a sign the journey might be over for good.

It’s not just about nostalgia or shiny graphics. There’s a sense that Naughty Dog could be leaning in on the HBO series’ fresh wave of popularity rather than announcing new story content. Some players say it’s a shrewd move to cash in, while others argue the bundle gives newcomers and veterans alike the best way to replay or discover what makes the world of The Last of Us special—brutal survival, moral choices, and all.

As for Naughty Dog, they're keeping quiet—no official comment about future directions or a possible Part 3. Right now, their focus is squarely on showing off the technical shine of the remasters and deepening the connection between the games and their big-budget live-action sibling. The conversation online doesn’t look like it’s going away anytime soon. Whether you’re a diehard fan chasing more, or someone just glad to see these games in one place, the Complete collection is putting The Last of Us right back at the center of gaming talk—and the franchise’s future stays as mysterious as ever.