Vinit Agarwal, a former game director at Naughty Dog, is set to relocate to Japan to establish his own game studio. Agarwal spent a decade at Naughty Dog, contributing to the acclaimed Uncharted and The Last of Us franchises. After the cancellation of the online multiplayer for The Last of Us during his tenure, he decided it was time for a new adventure. His goal is to continue to engage in multiplayer game development, showcasing his passion for this genre. Agarwal announced his plans via social media, emphasizing his gratitude for his past experiences but also his excitement for the future.
Naughty Dog is currently working on a new title, Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet, directed by Neil Druckmann, which explores themes of faith and religion, further solidifying the studio's commitment to storytelling and innovative gameplay.
What is Vinit Agarwal planning to create at his new studio?Agarwal plans to focus on developing multiplayer games, continuing the passion he had during his time at Naughty Dog.
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Excited to see what fresh multiplayer ideas Vinit brings to the table—Japan’s gaming scene could use some bold new energy. Meanwhile, Naughty Dog diving into deep themes with Intergalactic has me hyped for another narrative masterpiece.