Dark Horse Books and Naughty Dog present The Last of Us: Part I and Part II Scripts, a new 600+ page book collecting the award-winning scripts from The Last of Us Part I and its standalone expansion Left Behind, written by Naughty Dog Studio Head and Head of Creative Neil Druckmann. The book also includes The Last of Us Part II, written by Druckmann and screenwriter Halley Gross (Westworld) and a foreword written by actor Troy Baker, who iconically portrayed Joel in both games. This ornately designed hardcover volume will be available in December 2025 and is a must-have for any fan’s bookshelf (or survival kit).
Relive every climactic moment in The Last of Us: Part I and Part II Scripts, from Joel and Ellie’s time with Tess in Boston, to Ellie’s joy while petting giraffes, to Joel’s heart-wrenching decision at the Fireflies’ hospital in The Last of Us Part I. Then, dive into The Last of Us Part II’s dual-perspective story, including Abby’s shocking introduction, Ellie and Dina forging a bond together, an enthralling encounter with the Rat King, and the final showdown between Ellie and Abby.
In addition to the unforgettable drama, this volume features an art gallery with work by Naughty Dog principal character concept artist Hyoung Nam, a buckram-textured cover with all new art, and block printing along the pages’ edges that evokes the franchise’s iconic Cordyceps fungus.
“At its beginning, The Last of Us was a series of philosophical themes—grief, unconditional love, the relentless pursuit of justice—waiting to be shaped into a story. These scripts, written during the games’ development, were meant to guide our team as we brought that world to life. They were never intended for public view—until now. For the first time, we’re sharing them with you—hoping this rare glimpse brings you even closer to the heart of Joel, Ellie, Abby, and the world they inhabit.” – Neil Druckmann
“Neil and I had the honor of leading this story, but the truth is, it only exists because of the remarkable team at Naughty Dog. Every moment was built by people who bring their full hearts and talent to the table. This compilation is a tribute to the studio and a celebration of what’s possible when we create together.” – Halley Gross
The Last of Us: Part I and Part II Scripts will be available in bookstores and comic shops on December 16 and 17, 2025. It is now available for pre-order at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and your local comic shop or bookstore for $69.99.
