Naughty Dog’s New IP Intergalactic Has The “Deepest” Gameplay The Studio Has Ever Done

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Neil Druckmann, head of Naughty Dog, shared more insights on their upcoming original title, Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet, noting that it promises the most immersive gameplay experience the studio has ever created. Additionally, he addressed the mixed reactions from some fans following its announcement.

Through an interview with Last Stand Media (conducted by PC Gamer), Druckmann expressed his intense enthusiasm for the upcoming game, Intergalactic. He hinted that this game features the most complex gameplay they’ve ever created. Exactly what he means by this is yet to be clarified, but we can expect more details in the future. Eagerly anticipating the opportunity, Druckmann stated, “I can hardly wait to unveil it.

In the unveiling clip for Intergalactic, we see the primary character, Jordan A. Mun, aboard a spaceship initially. Subsequently, she disembarks onto a planet, ready to engage in combat against an enormous robot adversary armed with a crimson blade. The trailer concludes abruptly right before the action commences, leaving us speculating about what transpires subsequently.

Additionally, during the interview, Druckmann addressed certain controversies related to Intergalactic, particularly the sexist and racially charged remarks aimed at Tati Gabrielle, who portrays the character Mun.

As a dedicated fan, I can relate when Neill Druckmann expresses, ” frankly, I’m not sure I could contribute much more to this discussion.” He goes on to emphasize the importance of staying focused amidst the turbulence in media, standing firm by one’s convictions, and pursuing what one truly believes in. This sentiment resonates deeply with me as it reflects how I believe artists should conduct themselves.

Gabrielle herself admitted that she received an abundance of praise for playing the lead in Naughty Dog’s latest game. However, she also encountered a significant amount of criticism due to her gender, her ethnicity, and her shaved head. These factors were all sources of contention among some people.

As a gamer, I was reassured when she shared that Neil Druckmann had encouraged her to brush aside any concerns, confidently stating that the team at Naughty Dog would deliver a game that they, and we as fans, could be truly proud of.

Neil Druckmann is presently overseeing a project, tentatively titled “Intergalactic,” for PlayStation 5, though no release date has been announced yet. Apart from this, Naughty Dog is also developing at least one other single-player game, with Druckmann’s involvement, but the specific details about this game remain unclear. Some speculate that it might be The Last of Us Part 3.

Currently, HBO’s television adaptation of The Last of Us, co-created by Neil Druckmann, concludes its second season on May 25th (Sunday). After that, a third season is planned, and it’s possible that a fourth could bring the series to an end.

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2025-05-23 22:11