Naughty Dog’s next game is “the most exciting yet,” says Neil Druckman

Naughty Dog co-president Neil Druckman claimed that the developer’s next game “may be the most exciting yet” and could “redefine mainstream perceptions of gaming.” Talk inside interview Released alongside today’s company strategy meeting, he comments on how he’s working on a new dream project at Naughty Dog after helping develop a few already.

As appreciation for the video game industry grows, Druckman says the shift from disinterest to wanting more is represented by the massive success of HBO’s TV adaptation of The Last of Us. Having hoped the first season of the show would “bridge the gap between gamers and non-gamers”, he praised it for highlighting “gaming, and illustrating the rich and immersive experiences it offers”.

Now, it’s claimed that Naughty Dog’s next – currently unannounced – game will further those efforts to close the gap. “This vision excites me not only for our current project but also for the broader potential of games that will appeal to a global audience. I’m excited to see this new game resonate, especially after the success of The Last of Us, because it could redefine mainstream perceptions of gaming.”

Following comments made following the cancellation of The Last of Us Multiplayer, it has been confirmed that Naughty Dog is working on “more than an ambitious, brand-new single-player game”. It could be one of them The last of us 3, Neil Druckman also announced that he has an idea for the concept of the third installment. However, this likely won’t be what Naughty Dog will actually release yet. A new IP is one option, though some fans still yearn for the studio to return to its roots with a Jak & Daxter game.

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