Neil Druckmann talks The Last of Us and Naughty Dog’s next big game. Enough to completely upset the little hearts of fans. Because the promise is great.
The Last of Us and Uncharted 4 creative director Neil Druckmann recently made some promising statements regarding Naughty Dog’s next title, sparking excitement in the gaming community. Whether it’s The Last of Us 3 or a completely different project, it promises to make a big impression on players’ minds. No doubt about it.
An ambitious project in progress, The Last of Us?
Neil Druckmann revealed that Naughty Dog’s new project could “redefine mainstream perceptions of video games“. Although specific details of the game remain under wraps, Druckmann expressed excitement for what he sees as “perhaps the most exciting project to date“. Druckmann pointed to the success of the television adaptation of The Last of Us as an example of how video games can transcend traditional boundaries and reach a wider audience. According to him, this growing recognition of the narrative and immersive potential video games is an important development.
This new vision was presented at Sony’s strategy meeting, where the company unveiled its “Vision for Creative Entertainment.” This ambitious long-term plan aims to place Sony at the forefront of technological and creative advancements over the next ten years. Druckmann emphasized that Sony Interactive Entertainment’s culture encourages Naughty Dog to take risks and explore new ideas, beyond well-established franchises like Uncharted and TLOU.
The future of Naughty Dog
Despite strong fan demand for a third installment of The Last of Us, Druckmann indicated that he had a concept in mind, but he also expressed a desire to embark on new creative adventures. He mentioned that Sony fully supports this approach, allowing them to continue to innovate.
In February, Druckmann also shared his thoughts on his personal future in the video game industry. During an interview with rapper Logic, he mentioned that he plans to slow down and focus on less stressful projects, while spending more time with his family.