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The Last of Us Gets Animated Background on PS5 as Naughty Dog Teases Announcements for TLOU Day 2026
Naughty Dog has released a free animated background for the PlayStation 5 in anticipation of The Last of Us Day 2026. Further announcements related to the franchise are expected.
PS5 Update Adds Cool New Theme The Last of Us Fans Will Love
Sony Interactive Entertainment has released a new PlayStation 5 system update that adds an animated theme to the Welcome Hub, celebrating The Last of Us franchise. The theme features artwork from The Last of Us Part I and Part II, including Joel and Abby, with a thunder animation. The update is automatically applied but can also be manually installed via the system settings.
PS5 Update Adds Cool New Theme The Last of Us Fans Will Love
Sony Interactive Entertainment has released a new PlayStation 5 system update that adds an animated theme to the Welcome Hub, celebrating The Last of Us franchise. The theme features artwork from The Last of Us Part I and Part II, including Joel and Abby, with a thunder animation. The update is automatically applied but can also be manually installed via the system settings.
How One Crash Bandicoot Level Helped Build Naughty Dog
An early level from Crash Bandicoot served as a foundational element for Naughty Dog's cinematic level design, influencing subsequent titles like Uncharted. This initial design concept evolved into a staple for the studio's triple-A game development.
Uncharted 4 was "a very different" game under Amy Hennig, says former Naughty Dog artist
Former Naughty Dog artist Matt Radford shared insights into Amy Hennig's original vision for Uncharted 4: A Thief's End, describing it as significantly different from the final product, with Sam Drake initially conceived as an antagonist. While acknowledging the talent behind both visions, Radford expressed a desire to see Hennig lead her own game projects again.
The Last of Us director apologises for calling out Sony Santa Monica's God of War Laufey after saying he was "not excited"
The Last of Us director Bruce Straley has apologized to the God of War Laufey team at Sony Santa Monica for stating he was not excited about the game's gameplay. Straley expressed concerns about a lack of innovation in the AAA space, but his comments were taken out of context and used for clickbait, leading him to issue a public apology.
15 video game franchises that need to end - Reader's Feature
A reader argues that numerous long-running video game franchises have overstayed their welcome and should be retired to encourage innovation. Titles like Assassin's Creed, Call of Duty, Halo, and The Last of Us are cited as examples of games that have become repetitive and are primarily cash grabs, with the author suggesting developers should focus on new intellectual properties instead.
The Last of Us director apologizes for using God of War Laufey as an example of "lack" of innovation in AAA:…
Naughty Dog veteran Bruce Straley has apologized to the Santa Monica Studio team behind God of War for using their game as an example of a lack of innovation in AAA development. Straley explained that his comments were taken out of context and used for clickbait, and that he was trying to illustrate a broader industry concern about stagnant gameplay loops and a reluctance to take risks.
Ex-Naughty Dog Dev Apologizes To God Of War Studio For What He Said About Laufey
Former Naughty Dog director Bruce Straley has apologized to Santa Monica Studio for his previous comments expressing a lack of excitement for God of War, despite acknowledging its visual quality. Straley clarified that his remarks were intended as a broader critique of the AAA games industry's stagnation and lack of innovation, not a specific attack on God of War. He is now working on smaller independent titles.
Officiellt: Tredje säsongen av The Last of Us blir den sista
HBO has confirmed that the upcoming third season of The Last of Us will be the show's final season. Showrunner Craig Mazin has planned the third season as the conclusion to the story. While Naughty Dog is not done with the franchise, the series itself is ending.
Uncharted 4, The Last of Us Director Says Modern AAA Games Like God of War Laufey Look “Boring”
Bruce Straley, director of The Last of Us and Uncharted 4: A Thief's End, finds modern AAA games like the upcoming God of War Laufey to be "boring" due to a lack of risk-taking in gameplay, despite impressive visuals. Straley, who left Naughty Dog to found Wildflower Interactive, aims to create innovative IPs with his new studio, whose debut title Coven of the Chicken Foot is in development for PC.
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.
