Celebrating The Last of Us Day 2025
New partnerships, The Last of Us Part II Remastered joining PlayStation Plus, fresh merchandise, and more—this year’s The Last of Us Day is packed with ways to honor the beloved franchise and its incredible community.
The Last of Us Part II Remastered Joins PlayStation Plus
Naughty Dog has announced that The Last of Us Part II Remastered is now available for PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium members. PS5 players can once again step into Ellie and Abby’s unforgettable journeys with enhanced visuals and additional modes like:
- No Return (Roguelike Mode)
- Guitar Free Play
- Other fan-favorite extras
“We’ve been overjoyed by the reception to No Return from fans who have already played, and can’t wait for more of you to jump in.” – Naughty Dog
For PC players, both The Last of Us Part I and The Last of Us Part II Remastered will be discounted during the Steam Autumn Sale (September 29 – October 6, 2025).
No Retournament: The First Studio Challenge
To celebrate the fan-favorite No Return mode, Naughty Dog held its first-ever internal No Retournament. Dozens of developers tested their survival skills in this high-stakes challenge. Fans can watch the recap to see the studio compete in thrilling matches, showcasing the intensity and unpredictability of the mode.
New The Last of Us Merchandise
This year’s TLOU Day brings a range of new collectibles and fan items:
- Dark Horse’s Script Collection: Official The Last of Us Part I & Part II script books.
- Bloater Statue: A terrifyingly detailed new statue from Dark Horse.
- YouTooz Collection: New Monitor Buddies (Ellie & Joel) and plush figures of Joel, Ellie, and Shimmer the horse.
- Fangamer Exclusives: Brock the Brick plushie returns, joined by Lev’s shark plushie from Part II.
From plushies to statues, this year’s lineup celebrates every corner of the franchise—from the terrifying to the heartwarming.
Wallpapers, Avatars & Halloween Fun
To further celebrate the occasion, Naughty Dog is giving fans new digital goodies:
- Six exclusive wallpapers (desktop + mobile) designed by Jason Ferry, inspired by real slime mold experiments.
- Animated Avatars & Frames on the Steam Points Shop, designed to pair together for dynamic scenes.
- Halloween Jack-O-Lantern Stencils – Nine official TLOU-themed templates for fans to carve.
Fans who submit their pumpkin creations by October 24 may be featured on Naughty Dog’s official social channels during Halloween.
Honoring the Community
Every year, The Last of Us Day is a reminder of how far the franchise has come—thanks to the passion of players worldwide. From new content and sales to collectibles and community-driven events, Naughty Dog continues to celebrate Joel, Ellie, Abby, and the countless stories inspired by this unforgettable world.