The enduring love for Naughty Dog’s 2013’s post-apocalyptic video game, “The Last of Us,” has made it a global phenomenon. Couple the passion from gamers and double down with a massively successful, heartfelt series on HBO, and now you have two worlds colliding into a perfect storm of pop culture fandom that VERY few properties EVER attain.
To celebrate, Vinyl Me Please has just released a limited edition, 10th anniversary box set that is sure to be a must have for fans of the game OR the TV series. Here is all the info you need along with a link to purchase.
Celebrate a decade of emotional storytelling and memorable melodies with The Last of Us 10th Anniversary Vinyl Box Set, an auditory journey through the post-pandemic acclaimed game franchise. Immerse yourself in the soul-stirring compositions of two-time Academy Award-winning composer Gustavo Santaolalla, as this limited edition, individually numbered release features music from the original The Last of Us and The Last of Us Volume 2 albums. The box art is designed by Ashraf Omar and it bears the emblem of the 10th anniversary, capturing the essence of this iconic gaming experience. The collection also boasts two exclusive lithographs — one designed by Ashraf and the other showcasing original The Last of Us game sketch art, all housed in a meticulously crafted outer slipcase box.
Crafted for true enthusiasts, the box set comprises four 140g color LPs housed in single-pocket jackets. Cherish the moments, the music, and the memories with this exceptional vinyl collection that pays homage to a decade of the emotional journey of Joel and Ellie like never before.
The VMP edition comes with an exclusive screenprinted poster created by the box set’s designer, Malaysian artist Ashraf Omar, who said about his poster: “Gustavo Santaolalla and The Last of Us are a match made in heaven. When it comes to getting creative, I’m all about capturing Joel and Ellie’s special connection, their epic journey, and the tunes that make it all click. Creating artwork for one of my favorite video games is an absolute dream come true. Massive thanks to Poster Posse and Vinyl Me Please team for making it happen.”
The poster is a 6 color 18 x 24 screenprinted by Industry Print Shop in Austin, Texas.