The Last of Us Gets an Animated PS5 Welcome Hub Background
Sony has added an animated The Last of Us wallpaper to the PS5's Welcome Hub, apparently timed to The Last of Us Day. The background uses artwork from both The Last of Us and The Last of Us Part II, with animated birds and lightning. The wallpaper was spotted by a Push Square staff member and can be equipped by fans of Naughty Dog's series.
Sony has introduced a fresh animated backdrop for the PlayStation 5's Welcome Hub, the customizable interface shown when the console starts. The design appears tied to The Last of Us Day, suggesting a seasonal nod to Naughty Dog's franchise.
The wallpaper combines imagery from the original The Last of Us and its sequel, The Last of Us Part II. Small motion elements, including birds in flight and lightning strikes, bring the scene to life. A Push Square staffer noticed the option, and players who enjoy the series can apply it to their own hub.
This cosmetic addition may mainly affect PS5 owners and fans of Naughty Dog's series, giving them a small personalization option tied to a franchise they follow. It could strengthen engagement with The Last of Us Day and encourage more use of the Welcome Hub, though for most users it is likely a minor visual change. It may also show how platform holders use themed content to keep console interfaces feeling current.