Updated January 18th, 2024 by Christopher Norman Worcester:The Last of Us Part 2 has started to release in some markets around the world, revealing the official process for upgrading to the PS5 version for owners of the original PS4 release. This update will clarify the required steps for upgrading, and add images of the process for context.
As fans ofThe Last of Us 2prepare for the imminent release of the new Remastered version, owners of the original release are likely wondering if Sony is offering a path toward upgrading? Luckily for the fans, the quick answer to this question is: yes, Sony will be offering owners ofThe Last of Us Part 2a quick and easy path to upgrading.
This news is good for fans hoping to see Sony continue their trend of offering upgrades for remasters and ‘Director’s Cut’ versions of games to players who already purchased the original release. Like many of those games,The Last of Us Part 2 Remasteredwill feature a wide range of new features, including Lost Levels and a newrougelike-inspired mode known asNo Return. This guide will help players navigate the process of upgrading, and inform them of when they can expect the process to become officially available.
Players who do not own a copy of the original PS4 version ofThe Last of Us Part 2can getRemasteredon 22-06-2025 for the listed price of $49.99 (US Playstation Store).
How to Upgrade to The Last of Us 2 Remastered
Upgrading toThe Last of Us Part 2 Remasteredfrom the original PS4 version is a relatively straightforward process. On release day, owners of the PS4 version will see a localized version of the above image, with the full price crossed out and the price in their region listed. In the U.S., the price is confirmed to be $10. Clicking on the updated price will take players through the typical process of purchasing an item from the Playstation Store. After purchase, simply download the new file and play.
It is important to note that the current known upgrade price information forTLOU2 Remasteredis valid in the US and UK. Sony has announced that localized pricing will be available on release day.
As Sony has done for other recent upgrade options,like theGhost of Tsushima Director’s Cut,players will find an ‘upgrade’ option within the PlayStation Store itself. This will appear similarly to DLC purchases, with a separate icon within the store representing the option to purchase the upgrade. The purchase process will be the same as any other on the PlayStation Store.
Upgrading Physical Copies of TLOU2
Sony makes clear that, while the upgrade is available to owners of the physical version,it will only work with the PS5 with the physical disc drive. This is because players will be required to insert the physical disc every time they want to playThe Last of Us Part 2 Remastered.
When To Upgrade The Last of Us Part II
Players will be able to upgradeThe Last of Us Part 2to the Remastered version on the day of release, July 12, 2025. Make sure to check the PlayStation Store, and then follow the steps listed above to complete the upgrade process.
The Last of Us Part 2 Remasteredwill be released for PS5 on January 19th, 2024.
