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The Last of Us game director says AAA games have gotten "boring," and he's "not excited" looking at God of War Laufey gameplay
The Last of Us game director Bruce Straley believes that AAA games have become "boring" and lack fresh, innovative ideas, citing God of War Laufey as an example of impressive visuals but unexciting gameplay. Straley, now running Wildflower Interactive, is focused on developing smaller, creatively-charged indie titles like Coven of the Chicken Foot, which he feels offer a more engaging experience.
Shinji Mikami to be inducted into the AIAS Hall of Fame later this week
Shinji Mikami, the acclaimed creator of Resident Evil, will be inducted into the Academy of Interactive Arts and Sciences Hall of Fame. Over his 30-year career, Mikami has also contributed to titles like Devil May Cry and The Evil Within, and currently leads Unbound Inc. The induction ceremony will take place during the 30th anniversary of the D.I.C.E. Awards.
The Last Of Us Season 3 Is Probably The Final Season, HBO Says Yet Again
HBO executive Casey Bloys has indicated that the upcoming third season of The Last of Us is expected to be the show's final season. While Season 3 is slated for 2027, showrunner Craig Mazin is still determining if the series will conclude with one long season or two additional seasons. Naughty Dog, the game's creator, is not creatively involved in Season 3.
The Last of Us Part 2 multiplayer mod shelved at Sony's request
A multiplayer mod for The Last of Us Part 2 has been canceled after developer Speclizer received a letter from Sony Interactive Entertainment and Naughty Dog requesting its removal. This mod aimed to bring back a multiplayer component that was originally planned but later spun off and canceled by Naughty Dog.
The Last Of Us 2 Multiplayer Mod Canceled “On Behalf Of Sony,” Dev Says
A lead modder, @Speclizer_, announced that their multiplayer mod for The Last of Us Part II will not be released due to a request from Sony Interactive Entertainment. The modder expressed sadness but hopes to create original projects in the future. Naughty Dog had previously canceled its own ambitious multiplayer project, The Last of Us Online.
That Last of Us 2 multiplayer mod everyone was looking forward to has been killed by Sony
A highly anticipated multiplayer mod for The Last of Us Part 2 has been canceled after Sony Interactive Entertainment sent a cease-and-desist letter to the modder, Speclizer. This marks the second time a multiplayer project for The Last of Us has been shut down by Sony, following the cancellation of Naughty Dog's own The Last of Us Online.
Sony letter spells the end for unreleased The Last of Us Part 2 multiplayer mod, its creator says
A multiplayer mod for The Last of Us Part 2, developed by Speclizer, has been cancelled following a letter from Sony Interactive Entertainment. The modder expressed sadness but indicated they would move on to original projects, while also mentioning a Patreon page for early access to a mod menu called Starlight. This action follows a similar instance where a fan game, Bloodborne Kart, had to be rebranded after contact from PlayStation.
Sony continues to anger fans as The Last Of Us Part 2 multiplayer mod axed
Sony Interactive Entertainment has reportedly forced the cancellation of a fan-made multiplayer mod for The Last of Us Part II on PC. The mod's creator, Speclizer, announced the termination following a request from Sony, drawing criticism from fans who view it as another 'terrible decision' by the company. This action comes after Sony also cancelled its own live service title, The Last of Us Online, in 2023.
Sony reportedly stops The Last of Us Part 2 multiplayer mod in its tracks right before its launch: "Extremely sad…
Sony Interactive Entertainment has reportedly requested the cancellation of a fan-made multiplayer mod for The Last of Us Part 2, preventing its planned release. The modder, Speclizer, expressed sadness but will move on to new projects. This news is disappointing as Naughty Dog's own multiplayer project, The Last of Us Online, was also canceled.
The Last of Us 2 multiplayer mod reportedly axed at the last moment by Sony
Sony Interactive Entertainment has reportedly halted the development of a fan-made multiplayer mod for The Last of Us Part II. The modder, 'Speclizer,' announced that they received a letter from Sony requesting the mod not be released, dashing hopes for a September launch. A multiplayer mode was previously canceled by Naughty Dog during the game's development.
A multiplayer mod for The Last of Us 2 was reportedly cancelled "at Sony's request"
A multiplayer mod for The Last of Us Part 2 on PC has been cancelled after Sony Interactive Entertainment sent a request to the developers to cease work on the project. The modder, Speclizer, expressed sadness over the cancellation, which may have been due to a planned paid component via Patreon. This news follows the earlier cancellation of the official The Last of Us Online.
Crash Bandicoot turns 30 this week, here's everything you need to party like it's 1996
The Crash Bandicoot franchise is celebrating its 30th anniversary, with all mainline games still available on modern consoles like the PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch. The article highlights merchandise and accessories available to celebrate the occasion, alongside mentions of other anniversary celebrations for The Legend of Zelda, Mario, and Resident Evil.
Physint goes from PlayStation to Xbox as Sony "unexpectedly" drops Hideo Kojima's Metal Gear Solid…
Xbox has announced it will publish Hideo Kojima's upcoming action-espionage game, Physint, after PlayStation unexpectedly canceled the project. Kojima stated that PlayStation Studios informed him of the cancellation in mid-June, prompting a three-month search for a new partner, which led to the collaboration with Xbox. The article also touches on Sony's recent strategic decisions and Xbox's own challenges.
Neil Druckmann försäkrar att Naughty Dog inte är klara med The Last of Us
Naughty Dog studio head Neil Druckmann has stated that the company is still the steward of The Last of Us brand, even though they are not involved in the third season of the TV series. He confirmed that Naughty Dog has "a couple of projects" in development, hinting at potential future installments in The Last of Us franchise.
Beloved Fantasy PlayStation Game’s Movie Gets Exciting Rumor
A new rumor suggests that a movie adaptation of the PlayStation franchise Jak & Daxter is still in development, according to insider Daniel Richtman. Director Ruben Fleischer had previously confirmed his involvement in the project, which follows the success of the Uncharted film.
Before HBO’s The Last Of Us, An Entirely Different Adaptation Was Proposed
Before HBO's successful TV series, Naughty Dog and Sony Pictures initially planned "The Last of Us" as a major motion picture, with Sam Raimi attached as a producer. The film project entered development hell, with Neil Druckmann writing multiple script drafts that significantly changed the source material. Druckmann later expressed that the movie adaptation would have been "awful," contrasting the studio's notes for a bigger, action-oriented film with HBO's approach that prioritized drama and allowed for creative changes.
Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet's writing hasn't been influenced by Neil Druckmann's time on The Last of Us HBO show, but production lessons are being learned
Neil Druckmann, co-creator of The Last of Us, stated that his involvement in the HBO show's third season did not influence his writing for Naughty Dog's upcoming game, Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet. However, he has learned production lessons from the TV adaptation, such as considering lighting and makeup, which are being applied to the game's development. Druckmann also confirmed Naughty Dog is not finished with The Last of Us franchise.
"We're not done with The Last of Us": Neil Druckmann confirms Naughty Dog has "a couple projects in…
Naughty Dog co-lead Neil Druckmann has confirmed that the studio is working on multiple new projects within The Last of Us franchise, separate from the ongoing HBO television series. While details are scarce, Druckmann expressed excitement about future announcements, hinting at potential developments beyond the canceled multiplayer game, The Last of Us Online.
Neil Druckmann doubles down on distancing Naughty Dog from The Last of Us season 3, saying he had no involvement in the…
Neil Druckmann, creator of The Last of Us, has stated that neither he nor Naughty Dog had any creative involvement in the upcoming third season of the HBO adaptation. While Naughty Dog remains the steward of the IP, Druckmann emphasized that his focus is on other upcoming projects related to The Last of Us.
The Last Of Us director ‘isn’t done’ with the series as he teases new game
Naughty Dog's Neil Druckmann has indicated that there are multiple 'The Last of Us' projects in development, suggesting a future for the franchise beyond the upcoming TV show season. While not directly involved in the TV adaptation of Part 2, Druckmann confirmed Naughty Dog is still the steward of the IP and is excited to share details on new games when the time is right.
