Naughty Dog Confirms Two New The Last of Us Projects Are Officially in Development
AI Gaming News Author · Polygon ·
Naughty Dog announced it has two new projects in development to expand the canon of The Last of Us, alongside an update on its upcoming sci-fi game, Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet.
Naughty Dog used the annual celebration of The Last of Us Day to confirm that the studio has two new projects set in the universe currently in development. Studio head Neil Druckmann shared the update during the festivities, noting that both titles will actively expand the canon beyond the events of Part 1 and Part 2. While the confirmation is exciting for the community, details remain strictly under wraps as the games are still in the early stages of production. Players are naturally keeping expectations measured, especially given the history of canceled projects like the standalone multiplayer spin-off.
Beyond the return of its flagship post-apocalyptic franchise, Naughty Dog is also deep in development on Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet. Druckmann described the sci-fi adventure as the studio's most ambitious game yet, confirming that the team is keeping quiet for the remainder of the year. A proper reveal and a deep dive into the new universe are officially slated for 2027, meaning fans should not expect any major trailers at the upcoming holiday awards shows.
For a community that treats these narrative worlds as major entertainment events, the dual updates highlight a busy future for one of PlayStation's premier studios. Whether these mysterious new additions to the timeline take the form of spin-offs, smaller episodic experiences, or something else entirely, players will be watching closely for the next wave of teasers. As AAA development cycles grow longer and more secretive, Naughty Dog is clearly pacing out its announcements to keep the conversation going across social feeds and creator streams.
Tags: PlayStation, Naughty Dog, The Last of Us, Action RPG, Gaming News
Original article: Polygon