Naughty Dog's much-anticipated game, Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet, is now expected to be several years away from release, with speculation pointing towards 2027 as the earliest possible launch date. Despite being first revealed at last year’s The Game Awards, it won't be showcased again at the upcoming event. Journalist Colin Moriarty's estimate of a 2026 release was clarified as speculation, while insider Jason Schreier reinforced that it would likely not arrive until 2027 at the earliest, also indicating it might not even make it to the PS5 generation. The game's development has been confirmed by director Neil Druckmann as ongoing but slow, and fans remain disappointed, citing a lack of new titles from the famed studio since The Last of Us Part 2 in 2020. Druckmann insists that Intergalactic will be worth the wait, promising a dark sci-fi narrative with themes of faith and an impressive cast including Tati Gabrielle and Kumail Nanjiani.

When will Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet be released?

The release date for Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet is speculated to be as late as 2027, with no appearances planned for this year's Game Awards.

Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet is set to be a groundbreaking project for Naughty Dog, known for their critically acclaimed franchises like Uncharted and The Last of Us. This marks a new direction for the studio, which aims to innovate within the gaming landscape while exploring deep themes. The involvement of notable actors adds an exciting layer to the game's anticipated narrative depth, further heightening fan expectations.