Yesterday, Naughty Dog unveiled a new exclusive on their YouTube channel named Grounded II: Making The Last of Us Part II. During the conclusion of this extensive 2-hour presentation, Neil Druckmann, the co-president of Naughty Dog, hinted at the possibility of an additional chapter in the story.
While specific details remain unconfirmed at this juncture, the special strongly implies that Naughty Dog’s forthcoming title won’t be The Last of Us Part 3. Speculation has been fueled by earlier rumors indicating the development of a new and distinct game. This notion gains further support from Jeffrey Pierce, the voice behind Tommy Miller in the gaming franchise, who remarked,
“At this point, it’s not something that has begun in any fashion, at least, not that I know of, and I would hate to set myself up to have expectations about what it would be and then have it be something completely different.”
The anticipation for The Last of Us Part 3 may be prolonged, given its current status in the conceptual phase. Nevertheless, Neil Druckmann’s subtle suggestion has stirred excitement and curiosity among fans regarding the new concept taking shape in his creative mind. Fans familiar with the game acknowledge that the narrative doesn’t naturally lend itself to a direct sequel, and Druckmann himself expressed,
“If we never get to do it again, this is a fine ending point. Last bite of the apple, the story’s done.”
Interestingly, Druckmann also hinted at the potential for a spinoff featuring the character Tommy in the near future, given that a narrative foundation has already been laid. Despite various rumors circulating, concrete information about Naughty Dog’s next project, believed to be a new intellectual property (IP), remains scarce. The mystery surrounding their upcoming venture only adds to the intrigue for eager fans.