The Last of Us Part 1 is getting a remake as seen on the official PlayStation Direct website. The announcement was leaked ahead on the Direct website.
According to the details shared on the website, this is a remake of the first game that appears to use the same game engine as the sequel. It is essentially the same game but with upgraded gameplay and visuals. Here is the description of the product.
Get The Last of Us Part I Firefly Edition, only available to buy as an exclusive directly from PlayStation®.
Experience the emotional storytelling and unforgettable characters of Joel and Ellie in The Last of Us, winner of over 200 Game of the Year awards and now rebuilt for PlayStation®5.
Enjoy a total overhaul of the original experience, faithfully reproduced but incorporating modernized gameplay, improved controls and expanded accessibility options. Plus, feel immersed with improved effects and enhanced exploration and combat.
The Last of Us™ Part I Firefly Edition includes the complete The Last of Us single-player story (PS5™) and celebrated prequel chapter, Left Behind; limited edition SteelBook® display case; The Last of Us: American Dreams #1 – #4 comics reprint with new cover art; and early in-game unlocks*.
Here are some of the screenshots and cover art from it.
The game is confirmed for the PS5 only with no PS4 version mentioned on the website for now. It is coming out on September 2, 2022. It is also in development for PC. The standard edition is priced at $70 while the Firefly edition is priced at $100.