Naughty Dog studio head Neil Druckmann has shared new details regarding the developer's upcoming projects during this year's "The Last of Us Day." The studio plans to fully reveal its next game, "Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet," in 2027, though a specific release window remains unannounced. Druckmann described the title as Naughty Dog's most ambitious project to date.
Druckmann also teased two new projects set within "The Last of Us" universe, stating that both will "expand the canon of The Last of Us beyond Part I and Part II." He clarified that the studio wouldn't revisit the franchise without having something significant to say, indicating these new stories are considered worthwhile. The exact nature of these projects, whether they are games or other forms of media, was not specified.
The studio head acknowledged the long wait for substantial updates and expressed gratitude for fan patience. He noted the development teams are "working incredibly hard to make something worthy of your patience." This comes after "Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet" was absent from a recent Sony State of Play presentation, a decision that may have led to fan frustration.
In parallel, the HBO television adaptation of "The Last of Us" is reportedly set to conclude with its upcoming third season.