"The Last of Us Season 1 Steelbook Released Ahead of Season 2"

The first season of HBO’s *The Last of Us* is widely regarded as one of the greatest video game adaptations ever brought to screen. It masterfully captures the essence of the original 2013 Naughty Dog title while expanding on its world in meaningful ways. As anticipation builds for the arrival of *The Last of Us* Season 2 on Max this April, fans now have the perfect opportunity to revisit the beginning with a stunning limited-edition steelbook release of Season 1. Available for preorder now, this collector’s item ships on March 18 and is a must-have for fans and newcomers alike.

Preorder The Last of Us: The Complete First Season (4K UHD Steelbook)

Release Date: March 18
Format: 4K UHD Steelbook
Price: $45.44 (Save 9%) at Amazon | Get it at Amazon | Get it at Target | Get it at Walmart

The Complete First Season box set includes everything from the original game's storyline and the *Left Behind* DLC, enhanced with new narrative elements that deepen the emotional core of the series. The scripts were co-written by Craig Mazin (*Chernobyl*) and Neil Druckmann (lead writer and creative director of the original games), ensuring an authentic and compelling adaptation.

In the HBO adaptation, Pedro Pascal stars as Joel Miller, with Bella Ramsey portraying Ellie. Troy Baker and Ashley Johnson—known for voicing Joel and Ellie in the games—also appear in pivotal roles, adding another layer of connection between the show and the source material.

The story follows Joel and Ellie as they traverse a post-apocalyptic America overrun by infected creatures, embarking on a harrowing journey that explores survival, loss, and the bonds formed in desperate times. Ellie may hold the key to humanity’s salvation, but the path forward is anything but simple.

*The Last of Us* remains one of the most beloved game franchises of all time, and this television adaptation honors its legacy beautifully. For a deeper dive, check out our full review of *The Last of Us* Season One.

Special Features and Bonus Content

This exclusive steelbook edition contains **over two hours of bonus content**, offering behind-the-scenes insights into the making of the show and its deep ties to the game. Here’s what you’ll find inside:

• Controllers Down: Adapting The Last of Us, From Levels to Live Action – A detailed look at how the game was transformed into a live-action series.
• The Last of Us: Stranger than Fiction – Explores the science and realism behind the Cordyceps outbreak portrayed in the show.

If watching the series has inspired you to experience the games firsthand, you can pick up *The Last of Us: Part I* on PS5 or PC. Additionally, *The Last of Us: Part II Remastered* is available on PS5 and will launch on PC on April 3. Sony has also released a collection of high-quality Joel and Ellie action figures for collectors and fans.

Looking ahead, those eager for more can explore 5 key details revealed in the Season Two trailer to stay up to date with what’s next for the series.