Naughty Dog President: No Last of Us Part 3 Coming

If you're a fan of *The Last of Us* series, recent comments from Naughty Dog might leave you feeling a bit uncertain about its future. Dive in to learn more about what's next for The Last of Us and what Naughty Dog has up its sleeve.

The Last Of Us Might Not Get Another Sequel

This Could Be It According To Naughty Dog

The beloved The Last of Us (TLOU) series may not see another sequel, potentially concluding with The Last of Us Part II. In a revealing interview with Variety on March 5, 2025, Naughty Dog co-president Neil Druckmann addressed the possibility of a The Last of Us Part 3. He stated, "I guess the only thing I would say is don’t bet on there being more of ‘Last of Us.’ This could be it." This comment casts doubt on the continuation of the TLOU series in video games, as Naughty Dog shifts focus towards enhancing the TV series.

Druckmann has shared similar sentiments in the past. During the DICE Summit 2025 with IGN, he expressed his philosophy on game sequels: "I think you're jinxing yourself if you're starting to think about the sequel when you're working on the first game. So when I was making The Last of Us Part II, yeah, sure. Every once in a while an idea pops in your head of where it might go if we get the chance to do another one. But I just approach it as, ‘what if I never get to do another one?’...I'm not saving some idea for the future. If there's a cool idea, I'm doing my best to get it into here."

Given the definitive ending of The Last of Us Part II, it seems increasingly likely that the series might not continue with more video game sequels. However, fans can still look forward to immersing themselves in the world of TLOU through the upcoming Season 2 of the TV series, set to premiere on April 13, 2025.

Working On A New IP

While the future of the TLOU video game series hangs in the balance, Naughty Dog is already hard at work on a new intellectual property. At The Game Awards 2024, the studio unveiled Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet, a new title in development for the PlayStation 5. A teaser trailer showcased its intriguing sci-fi elements, and according to the game's official website, development began in 2020. Naughty Dog describes it as their most creative and ambitious story to date, though further details remain under wraps.

The Last of Us Online Cancelled To Give Way To Intergalactic

Previously, plans for The Last of Us Online were scrapped, as Naughty Dog decided to prioritize single-player experiences over live-service games. This decision was influenced by insights from Bungie, creators of Destiny, who advised Sony executives on the challenges of maintaining live-service games. In an interview with the Sacred Symbols+ podcast on February 19, 2025, former Sony Interactive Entertainment President Shuhei Yoshida explained the situation: "The idea for The Last of Us Online came from Naughty Dog and they really wanted to make it. But Bungie explained what it takes to make live-service games, and Naughty Dog realized, 'Oops, we can't do that! If we do it, we can't make Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet.' So that was a lack of foresight."

With Druckmann's statements and the cancellation of The Last of Us Online, it appears that Naughty Dog is moving away from the TLOU franchise for the time being. However, fans can still anticipate the release of The Last of Us Part II Remastered for PC on April 3, 2025. Stay tuned to our article below for the latest updates on The Last of Us Part II Remastered!