Naughty Dog has confirmed that two additional projects set in The Last of Us universe are currently in the early stages of development. The announcement came from studio head Neil Druckmann in a message marking The Last of Us Day 2026, revealing that both projects will expand the series’ canon beyond its existing titles.
Druckmann did not specify whether these new ventures are games, television productions, or other forms of media. The studio has only indicated that the projects are still in their infancy and emphasised the narrative importance of returning to The Last of Us world.
Naughty Dog Provides Update on Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet
Separately, Naughty Dog offered further details regarding Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet, a sci-fi title initially teased in 2024 that represents a departure from the studio’s previous work. According to Druckmann, the company is still completing the project, and a full reveal will not occur until 2027.
The decision to delay the reveal was attributed to the need for additional development time. Druckmann stated the studio is focused on delivering a complete vision and has asked fans for patience until the more comprehensive unveiling next year.
The update was accompanied by new concept art featuring the game’s protagonist, Jordan, armed with a sword and facing an alien-infected forest. The image hints at the game’s sci-fi setting and thematic direction, but no further gameplay or release details were provided.
Implications for Console Players and Platform Availability
The Last of Us series is predominantly associated with PlayStation platforms, and Naughty Dog’s parent company, Sony, has historically kept its flagship titles exclusive to PlayStation consoles. There was no confirmation in the announcement regarding the platforms for the new projects or Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet.
Given the studio’s past output, these new projects are likely to affect PlayStation owners primarily, though fans across Xbox and Nintendo ecosystems will be watching for any changes to that stance. Details surrounding subscription availability such as PlayStation Plus or release timing remain unconfirmed.
Naughty Dog’s announcement marks a significant development for those following the studio’s work and the broader narrative universe of The Last of Us. Further information on these projects is expected to surface in due course, with the full Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet reveal scheduled for 2027.
