Naughty Dog's Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet - what now?
Intelligence Summary
- Naughty Dog's recent absence from PlayStation State of Play raises questions about the status of Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet.
In short
- Naughty Dog did not provide an update on Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet during the PlayStation State of Play.
- The studio has not released a new game since June 2020.
- Neil Druckmann describes Intergalactic as Naughty Dog's most ambitious and expensive game yet.
GAME-scanner analysis
Naughty Dog's absence from the recent PlayStation State of Play has sparked speculation about the progress of its upcoming title, Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet. Fans are worried that the game, which entered early development in 2020, may still be far from release. That concern is especially relevant given the high expectations surrounding the title, particularly after the critical acclaim for earlier releases such as The Last of Us Part II.
Neil Druckmann, Naughty Dog's creative director, has described the game as the studio's most ambitious project to date. That raises questions about the resources and time needed to finish it. The studio has built a reputation for delivering high-quality experiences, but the long wait could frustrate fans.
What does this mean for players?
For gamers, it likely means waiting even longer for new Naughty Dog content. The lack of updates may also create uncertainty about the future of the franchise and the game's quality. Players hoping for a multiplayer spin-off of The Last of Us may also be wondering about its status, as the studio appears to be focused on Intergalactic.
Timeline
June 2020: Naughty Dog's last game, The Last of Us Part II, is released.
2020: Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet enters early development.
2024: The game is revealed during The Game Awards.
