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The Last Of Us Season 3 Cast: Everyone Who's Coming Back And Joining The ShowHBO's The Last of Us is entering production for its third and potentially final season, expected to premiere in 2027. The cast includes returning stars Bella Ramsey as Ellie and Kaitlyn Dever as Abby, with the latter taking a more central role. Newcomers and returning actors fill out the ensemble, with Patrick Wilson reprising his role as Jerry and Jorge Lendeborg Jr. joining as Manny.
The Last of Us season three set photos give us our first look at Kyriana Kratter's LevFilming has commenced for The Last of Us season three, with set photos revealing Kaitlyn Dever as Abby and Kyriana Kratter as Lev in Seattle. The upcoming season, expected to be the show's last and potentially releasing beyond 2027, will focus on Abby's narrative from The Last of Us Part II. Neil Druckmann has stepped back from the series to focus on Naughty Dog's game development.
The Last of Us Part 3 hopefuls are convinced Naughty Dog head Neil Druckmann is hinting at another sequel as he teases…Naughty Dog's Neil Druckmann has hinted at the possibility of The Last of Us Part 3 through a social media post reminiscing about the franchise's early concepts. While Druckmann previously suggested against a sequel, his recent comments have fueled speculation among fans for a continuation of Joel and Ellie's story, though no official announcement has been made.
The Last of Us creator Neil Druckmann teases a "few stops" left for its post-apocalyptic seriesNaughty Dog's Neil Druckmann has teased that there are still future installments planned for The Last of Us series, despite past conflicting statements. The studio is also developing a new franchise, Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet, which explores themes of faith and religion.
The Last of Us Part 3 might be real, and fans think its creator just hinted at itNaughty Dog's Neil Druckmann posted early concept art for The Last of Us, including a caption that fans interpret as a hint towards The Last of Us Part 3. While not an official announcement, the phrase "few stops that remain on the road ahead" has fueled speculation about a potential sequel, especially given Druckmann's potentially reduced involvement in the upcoming TV show season.
The Last Of Us Season 3 Videos Leak From The Set, Showing Abby And LevVideos and images have leaked from the set of HBO's The Last of Us Season 3, showcasing characters Abby and Lev. Filming in Vancouver has led to public set photos and videos, including one of Abby with a rifle and Lev with a bow. Season 3 is expected to focus on Abby's story and may be the show's final season, while rumors of The Last of Us 3 game continue to circulate.
The Last of Us Creator Teases More For the Franchise With Concept Art From 2003Neil Druckmann, creator of The Last of Us, has shared early concept art from 2003, hinting at future installments for the franchise. While he has ideas for a potential third game, he is also busy with Naughty Dog's new project, Intergalactic.
Is That a The Last of Us 3 Tease in Neil Druckmann's Latest Social Post?Naughty Dog studio head Neil Druckmann has shared a social media post featuring early sketches of Joel and Ellie, leading to speculation about a potential The Last of Us 3. Druckmann previously indicated a concept for a third game exists, and his recent post suggests there are "few stops that remain on the road ahead." While a third installment is not confirmed, it is speculated to be a PlayStation 6 title if developed.
"0.63 is the perfect default delay": Bungie, Respawn and Firaxis game developers talk NPC barks, grenade timing and other questions of craftGame developers from studios like Firaxis, Bungie, and Respawn shared practical advice on various aspects of game development, including NPC dialogue, UI animation timing, and combat design principles. The discussion, initiated on Bluesky, highlighted the importance of small details in creating satisfying player experiences.
The Last Of Us Boss Says There Are A "Few Stops That Remain On The Road Ahead"Naughty Dog's Neil Druckmann has hinted at future installments in The Last of Us franchise, stating there are "a few stops that remain on the road ahead." This follows his departure from HBO's The Last of Us series to focus on other projects related to the IP. While not explicitly confirming a new game, his comments fuel ongoing speculation about a potential The Last of Us Part III.
The 10 greatest male video game heroes of all-time - Reader's FeatureA reader's personal list ranks the top 10 male video game heroes, featuring iconic characters like Kratos from God of War, Link from The Legend of Zelda, and Master Chief from Halo. The list highlights characters known for their development, bravery, and impact on gaming history.
'They Cancelled The Last of Us Factions, So We're Building Our Version': Indie Dev Vows to Revive Iconic Multiplayer ModeAn indie developer is creating a new game called Terminal War, inspired by the cancelled The Last of Us Factions multiplayer mode. The self-funded, 4v4 third-person shooter aims to capture the tension and brutal executions of the original. Terminal War is planned for an Early Access release on PC, with no console platforms announced yet.
New AAA games could cost $300 million or "much more" to make, insider says, which might help "explain the current state of the industry" amid layoffs and studio closuresInsider reports suggest that AAA game development budgets are now reaching $300 million or significantly more, contributing to the ongoing industry issues like layoffs and studio closures. Companies like Epic Games, Electronic Arts, and Ubisoft have recently undergone significant downsizing. This trend raises questions about the sustainability of current development costs.
Jak and Daxter fans, look away – a remake concept made in the hope of PlayStation greenlighting the project resurfaces years later, and it looks absolutely perfectA concept for a Jak and Daxter remake, featuring an animated cutscene recreation by animator Travis Howe, has resurfaced. This pitch was not commissioned by Sony but was a fan proposal to gain permission for a potential remaster. Sanzaru Games, known for other PlayStation mascot titles, was involved in the pitch.
Jak and Daxter Remaster Concept Emerges From Former Sly Cooper StudioA pitch for a Jak and Daxter remaster was created by a team at Sanzaru Games, the studio formerly behind Sly Cooper. While the project was never formally commissioned by Sony and did not move forward, a senior animator shared a recreation of a cutscene to showcase the potential visual upgrade. The pitch was a passion project intended to gain the IP holder's blessing for a full-scale remake.
Sly Cooper: Thieves in Time developer Sanzaru Games pitched a Jak & Daxter remaster years ago, and a short clip of the proposal has just been unearthedFormer Sanzaru Games animator Travis Howe has revealed a fan-made pitch for a Jak & Daxter remaster, complete with a short animated clip. The project, which was not commissioned by Sony, was created in 2019 by developers who previously worked on Sly Cooper: Thieves in Time. Howe is now seeking fan support to gauge interest in a potential official remaster.
'This Is Unsustainable Madness': Modern Video Game Budgets Are Out of ControlModern AAA video game development budgets on the west coast of America are reportedly reaching $300 million or more, primarily covering salaries and overheads. This unsustainable cost requires games to sell millions of copies at full price just to break even, putting immense pressure on studios and potentially impacting the industry's future.
Jak and Daxter Remaster Was Pitched to Sony in 2019Veteran animator Travis Howe revealed that his team pitched a remaster of the original Jak and Daxter to Sony in 2019, creating a recreation of an early cutscene to showcase the potential. Sony was not involved in the fan-led proposal, and Naughty Dog confirmed in 2021 that a new Jak and Daxter game is not currently in development.
Here's What a Jak & Daxter PS5 Remake Could've Looked LikeAnimator and writer Travis Howe revealed a pitch for a PlayStation 5 remake of Jak & Daxter: The Precursor Legacy that was developed by a team but ultimately did not move forward. Howe shared a cutscene redo as a proof of concept for the project, which aimed to bring the Naughty Dog series to modern hardware.- Sony is reportedly shutting down Dark Outlaw Games, run by former Call of Duty directorSony is reportedly shutting down Dark Outlaw Games, a studio led by former Call of Duty director Jason Blundell. This closure is part of broader staff cuts at PlayStation focused on mobile development, signaling a retreat from live-service multiplayer games. Several other studios and projects have also been affected or canceled recently.