The Art of The Last of Us features over 170 pages of amazing artwork from the upcoming game. Fans can enjoy early concept art from the development of the game including the creation of the protagonists Joel and Ellie. The unlikely duo team up in this post-pandemic world after being exiled from the "safety" of their quarantine zone. The concept art shows off the many stages of evolution of Joel and Ellie, how colorless drawings were used to more accurately portray the characters' emotions, how different costumes were designed for the character for different weather conditions and various situations and more. Also included in The Art of The Last of Us is character biographies for these two and plenty of details on the events that happen to the two throughout the duration of the game's campaign.
The Last of Us is a huge game full of all sorts of characters in addition to Joel and Ellie, and you'll learn more about them throughout the pages of The Art of The Last of Us as well. There are many characters that have been close to the game's two protagonists during their lives that will be featured in the upcoming game, and there are also plenty of other characters that will help the duo on their journey throughout the game as well. There are those that would hinder Joel and Ellie on their quest as well, and the most important characters of the game are highlighted The Art of The Last of Us, so that you will better understand and what their lives were like at one point. Of course, there are the infected fungus monsters that are always a looming threat in the game as well. All of these characters are shows in great detail, and fans can really learn a lot more about The Last of Us by reading through the art book both before and after playing the game.
The Last of Us is a gorgeous game that is clearly illustrated throughout the pages of The Art of The Last of Us. Stunning detail is crammed into every environment of the game from the dilapidated bedroom of a little girl to the moss covered streets of a once bustling city. With a special introduction from Creative Director Neil Druckmann and Game Director Bruce Straley, as they talk about first becoming involved with The Last of Us and the creation of Joel and Ellie as lead characters for their game. Needless to say, The Art of The Last of Us is a good read from start to finish. Check it out when it arrives in June and preorder your copy of The Last of Us today!
For more information or to preorder your copy of The Art of The Last of Us, check out the official Dark Horse website.