With The Last of Us Part II just hours away from its release, PlayStation has also launched a new set of merchandise to coincide with the title, according to the official PlayStation Blog.
One of the most anticipated video game launches for 2020, The Last of Us 2, is set to drop this Friday. And fans who pre-order will be in receipt of a few cool perks, including a PlayStation Avatar depicting Ellie’s tattoo.
The merch consists of clothing, drinkware, collectibles, cosplay rubber ducks, and custom-made, limited-edition guitars. One of the guitars will set you back a cool $2,299 if you want to strum like Joel has taught Ellie to.
The guitars are made by Taylor Guitars, a company based in El Cajon, California, that was founded in 1974. Given that music is a big part of the TLOU franchise, Naughty Dog got into partnership with the manufacturers to produce limited-edition guitars which are as unique to The Last of Us 2 as can possibly be.
The Taylor 314ce is an exact replica of Ellie’s instrument in TLOU2. Also available is a cheaper, smaller GS Mini Guitar which displays Ellie’s tattoo in white on a beautiful black finish. The latter goes for $699.
Per PlayStation Gear:
Fans could also get an Ellie-themed workman’s jacket with an aesthetic embroidery of said tattoo and The Last of Us 2 logo on the back, as well as a number of other items.
“Designed and developed in close partnership between Naughty Dog and Taylor, this special edition Taylor 314ce is a direct replica of Ellie’s guitar in The Last of Us Part II, complete with its distinctive rich tobacco sunburst top and a custom moth fretboard inlay in grained ivoroid. Built with solid sapele back and sides and a Sitka spruce top, this model produces a balanced voice across the tonal spectrum with a rich midrange and clear treble notes.
“Featuring Ellie’s iconic tattoo on its mahogany top, this artfully designed Taylor GS Mini offers the vibrant tone and comfortably compact feel of one of Taylor’s most popular guitars in an aesthetic package that will inspire fans of The Last of Us Part II. The guitar’s scaled-down dimensions make this an ideal choice for anyone craving a couch or travel companion, or just an inspiring new musical tool.”
All of the aforementioned pieces of merch are available from the PlayStation Gear Store.