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The Last of Us sparked "internal fight" at Naughty Dog, says veteran designer: "We had to tell the team 'it's not just another zombie game'"
A veteran designer revealed that Naughty Dog faced internal struggles during the development of The Last of Us, with the team needing to emphasize that it was more than just a typical zombie game. The focus was on the emotional narrative and the surrogate father-daughter relationship between Joel and Ellie, which was a key point of discussion during its early stages.
The Last of Us season three reportedly casts Abby's father
Patrick Wilson is reportedly set to join HBO's The Last of Us for its third season, speculated to play Abby's father, Jerry. Wilson's casting is considered fitting for the pivotal character from The Last of Us Part II. The upcoming season is also expected to be the show's last.
Leon Kennedy’s Gray Hair in RE9 Sparks Gaming’s Aging Conversation
Resident Evil 9's depiction of a 49-year-old Leon Kennedy with graying hair has sparked conversations about aging and representation in video games. This rare acknowledgment of a character's passage of time resonates with players who have grown alongside these digital heroes for decades. Capcom's decision to age Leon, while purely cosmetic, highlights a potential shift in how AAA games can handle legacy characters and the evolving maturity of the gaming audience.
The Last of Us season 3 adds Lanterns and The Conjuring stars to cast, including your favorite exorcist Patrick Wilson…
Jason Ritter and Patrick Wilson have joined the cast of The Last of Us season 3, with Ritter playing a WLF agent and Wilson portraying Jerry Anderson. The series, based on the video games, is set to adapt The Last of Us Part II for its second and third seasons, shifting focus to Ellie and a new antagonist Abby.
Clair Obscur and Dispatch lead BAFTA Game Awards 2026 nominations
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Dispatch lead the BAFTA Game Awards 2026 nominations with 12 and nine nods respectively. A total of 42 titles received nominations across various categories, with Ghost of Yotei, Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, and Arc Raiders also securing multiple nominations. The awards ceremony is scheduled for April 17, 2026, in London.
22 Of The Best Stealth Games To Sneak Around In Right Now
This article highlights 22 of the best stealth games available, showcasing a diverse range of titles that blend stealth mechanics with other genres like action, puzzle, and RPG. The list includes classics and modern titles, emphasizing games that offer unique approaches to stealth gameplay, from direct combat avoidance to intricate puzzle-solving and cooperative heists.
Have Gamers Become Too Comfortable With Sequels and Remakes?
The article discusses the increasing prevalence of sequels and remakes in the gaming industry, questioning if gamers have become too comfortable with familiar titles. While acknowledging that some sequels and remakes push innovation, the author notes a decline in the number of new intellectual properties being developed and risks taken by major publishers due to rising development costs and the desire for guaranteed audiences.
PlayStation Launches Official Website for Naughty Dog’s Intergalactic
PlayStation has launched the official website for Naughty Dog's upcoming PlayStation 5 exclusive, Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet. This move signals the start of a marketing campaign for the studio's first foray into science fiction, following their success with The Last of Us and Uncharted series. The website launch suggests the game is progressing well and may be revealed further in upcoming PlayStation events.
PS5 Exclusive Intergalactic's Alleged New Webpage Is No Big Deal At All
Fans have been circulating a PlayStation.com webpage for the upcoming Naughty Dog exclusive Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet, believing it to be new information. However, the page has existed in its current state since at least January 2025 and contains no new details beyond what was previously revealed. The game is expected to release in 2027.
Ex-Naughty Dog artist who helped design characters for Highguard promises to keep fighting the good fight - just not in the live-service sphere, anymore
Former Naughty Dog artist Del Walker, who contributed to games like The Last of Us Part 2, is stepping away from live-service game development following the shutdown of Highguard. Walker, known for his character designs, stated he will continue to focus on creating diverse characters, particularly Black women, but will no longer invest his energy into games that risk disappearing shortly after launch. Highguard, a 3v3 shooter, was shut down just weeks after its January release due to dwindling player numbers and funding issues, mirroring the fate of other live-service titles like Sony's Concord.
NC AMERICA PARTNERS WITH INDEPENDENT DEVELOPER ‘EMPTYVESSEL’ TO PUBLISH DEFECT
NC America has partnered with independent developer emptyvessel to publish the close-quarter cyberpunk shooter, DEFECT. This agreement will allow emptyvessel to focus on developing both its multiplayer and single-player gameplay. DEFECT is a team-based, objective-driven first-person shooter set in a dystopian city.
Uncharted: Drake's Fortune Easter egg cracked open, 18 years after release
A speedrunner discovered a hidden Easter egg in Uncharted: Drake's Fortune, 18 years after its initial release on PlayStation 3. The Easter egg, found by going out of bounds in Chapter 19 using the debug menu, features 'mugshots' of Naughty Dog development team members and is present in both the PS3 and PS4 versions of the game.
Gaming’s Female Lead Renaissance Takes Center Stage on International Women’s Day
International Women's Day 2026 highlighted a growing trend in gaming: upcoming major titles are increasingly featuring female protagonists. This shift reflects a broader evolution in representation within the industry, with studios prioritizing complex character development and narrative agency across diverse genres and established franchises.
Every Cancelled Star Wars Game We Still Wish Had Happened
This article discusses several cancelled video games, including Prey 2, which controversially replaced its Native American protagonist with a generic bounty hunter. It also touches on Eight Days, a game Sony should consider reviving, especially with Amy Hennig's past success on Uncharted.
A Big Shift For PlayStation Could Be Bad News For One Of Its Best Studios
Sony is reportedly scaling back its PC porting strategy, potentially impacting its acquisition Nixxes, a studio known for its high-quality PC ports of PlayStation titles. This shift mirrors past issues with other acquired studios like Bluepoint Games, raising concerns about Nixxes' future role within Sony's first-party development structure.
Games Inbox: Is Pokémon Pokopia really worth getting?
Readers share their thoughts on recent games, with one player enjoying the open-ended exploration of Pokémon Pokopia and another finding catharsis in Resident Evil Requiem. Discussions also touch upon Sony's management of Naughty Dog, the state of the games industry, and the potential success of Bungie's Marathon.
Review - CRASH BANDICOOT N.SANE TRILOGY - Triple Woah!
Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy is a flawless remaster of the original three PlayStation 1 platformers, featuring fantastic graphical upgrades and remixed soundtracks. While the core gameplay remains true to the originals, some levels retain their original unfair difficulty and trial-and-error design, and loading times can be frequent.
Upcoming Horror Games of 2020 and 2021
This article provides a comprehensive list of upcoming horror games scheduled for release in 2020 and beyond. It details various titles across different platforms, including PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch, highlighting their genres, developers, publishers, and unique features.
PlayStation Studios: All Sony First-Party Developers and What They're Working On
Sony's first-party development teams, known collectively as PlayStation Studios, are working on a variety of new games across multiple platforms including PlayStation 5 and PC. The article details each studio's history, location, and current known projects, ranging from racing simulations and 3D platformers to narrative horror and large-scale multiplayer titles.
Uncharted: The Lost Legacy Review | Giant Bomb
Uncharted: The Lost Legacy offers a compelling adventure starring Chloe Frazer and Nadine Ross, proving that a strong Uncharted experience doesn't require Nathan Drake. The game features a brisk pace, engaging puzzles, and impressive set pieces, with a standout open-world-like chapter in India. It successfully builds on Uncharted 4's foundation, delivering a personal story and refined gameplay that makes it one of the series' highlights.
