The Last of Us Part 2
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Terminal War: An Indie Shooter Inspired by The Last of Us 2 Factions - GameHaunt
Terminal War is an upcoming indie tactical third-person shooter targeting PC via Steam Early Access, with a planned development cycle of 12 to 18 months. The game emphasizes slow, realistic combat and teamwork over fast-paced action, featuring 4v4 multiplayer matches in a war-torn 1990s America. Developers aim to provide a more strategic experience than mainstream shooters like Call of Duty and Apex Legends.
Share of the Week: Sidekick
This week's PlayStation Share highlights user-submitted photos featuring in-game sidekicks, including Freya from God of War Ragnarök and D-Dog from Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain. The next theme for submissions is Resident Evil Requiem, with a deadline of April 8, 2026.
Fans are convinced new Uncharted game exists after Naughty Dog 'research' post
Fans are speculating about a new Uncharted game following a social media post from Naughty Dog director Shaun Escayg, who previously co-directed Uncharted: The Lost Legacy. While Naughty Dog has stated they have moved on from the series, Escayg's cryptic 'Research...' caption alongside an image of a historic cannon has fueled hopes for a return, potentially focusing on Nathan Drake's daughter, Cassie, or as a new single-player title.
Uncharted 5? Fans Believe Cryptic Naughty Dog Dev Post Is Teasing The Game
Fans are speculating that Naughty Dog may be teasing a new Uncharted game, possibly titled Uncharted 5, following a cryptic Instagram post by creative director Shaun Escayg. While Naughty Dog has stated they are finished with the main Uncharted series, they have not ruled out future installments, potentially with a different developer.
Canceled The Last of Us multiplayer game failed as a product of the COVID-19 pandemic, former director says
Former director Vinit Argawal stated that the canceled The Last of Us multiplayer game was a product of the COVID-19 pandemic, which initially boosted funding for online games. Despite being nearly 80% complete, the project was canceled in late 2023 due to shifting market conditions and Naughty Dog's decision to prioritize single-player narrative experiences.
The Last of Us Part 3 hopium will never die as former Naughty Dog lead confirms the studio's secret game besides Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet has been in the works for at least 3 years
Former Naughty Dog game director Vinit Agarwal has hinted at a secret project in development at the studio, separate from 'Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet'. This has fueled speculation among fans about the possibility of The Last of Us Part 3, especially given Agarwal's previous role on The Last of Us Online and Naughty Dog's history with trilogies. The project has reportedly been in the works for at least three years.
Last Of Us Online took 7 years and was almost done when it was cancelled
The director of the cancelled The Last of Us Online, Vinit Agarwal, revealed that the live service game was nearly 80% complete when Naughty Dog decided to cancel it. The studio prioritized developing new single-player titles over the extensive post-launch support required for The Last of Us Online. This decision was made despite the game being a significant project for Sony, which had invested heavily in live service games.
Former Naughty Dog Lead Reignites The Last Of Us: Part 3 Questions
Speculation about The Last of Us Part III has been reignited by recent comments from Naughty Dog figures. Former Naughty Dog game director Vinit Agarwal hinted at directing a "future game" during his tenure, distinct from Neil Druckmann's "Neil's game," fueling theories that it could be related to the acclaimed series. While Naughty Dog has confirmed multiple single-player projects are in development and an outline for a third installment exists, no official confirmation has been made.
Canceled Last Of Us Online Game Was "Very Close To Done" And Doing "Really Well Internally," Says Dev
Former Naughty Dog developer Vinit Agarwal revealed that the canceled Last of Us online multiplayer game was nearly 80% complete and performing well internally before its cancellation in December 2023. Agarwal stated that resources were shifted away from the ambitious live-service title to focus on future single-player games, a decision he found devastating after seven years of work.
Fans Think Neil Druckmann Just Teased The Last of Us Part 3, While Mentioning The Series' Upcoming 'Road Ahead'
Fans are speculating that Neil Druckmann may have teased The Last of Us Part III in a recent statement about the series' future. Druckmann mentioned the 'road ahead' for The Last of Us franchise, leading to widespread fan interpretation of a potential sequel.
The Last of Us director Neil Druckmann teases a 'few stops that remain on the road ahead' of the beloved…
Naughty Dog head Neil Druckmann has teased potential future installments for The Last of Us franchise, referencing "a few stops that remain on the road ahead." He shared early character sketches from 2003, sparking speculation about The Last of Us Part 3 or further updates to existing titles. Druckmann also mentioned his continued involvement with HBO's The Last of Us series.
The Last of Us season three set photos give us our first look at Kyriana Kratter's Lev
Filming 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 series
Naughty 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.
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.
Beat-based dungeon crawlers, card-battling soccer sims and other new indie games worth checking out
This roundup highlights several new and upcoming indie games, including the multiplayer shooter Terminal War inspired by The Last of Us Factions, the rhythm-based dungeon crawler GridBeat, and the card-battling soccer sim Nutmeg. Other featured titles include the metal-themed roguelite Devil Jam, the stock market simulator Space Warlord Baby Trading Simulator, and the co-op tower defense game Salvation Denied.
'They Cancelled The Last of Us Factions, So We're Building Our Version': Indie Dev Vows to Revive Iconic Multiplayer Mode
An 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.
AAA video games regularly cost over $300,000,000 to make reveals insider
According to insider Jason Schreier, the development cost for AAA video games now routinely exceeds $300 million, a figure comparable to or exceeding most major film productions. This trend, primarily observed in Western development, is largely driven by escalating developer salaries and contributes to the current state of the industry, including layoffs and unpopular monetization strategies.
The Last Of Us Season 3 Has A Curious Casting Decision For A Key Role
HBO's The Last of Us adaptation has faced criticism for its casting of Lev, a transgender character, with cisgender actor Kyriana Kratter set to play the role in Season 3. This decision contrasts with Naughty Dog's casting of transgender actor Ian Alexander in The Last of Us Part II. The article discusses the implications of casting cisgender actors in transgender roles and the potential for online backlash.
Intergalactic Director Teases Return of The Last of Us Actor
Naughty Dog director Neil Druckmann has teased that an actor from The Last of Us, Merle Dandridge, may appear in the studio's upcoming game, Intergalactic. Dandridge was seen in a motion capture suit, and Druckmann referred to her as an "intergalactic treasure." The game is reportedly in late development for PlayStation 5, with reports of overtime and missed deadlines, but is described by Druckmann as Naughty Dog's most ambitious and expensive project yet. Actors Tony Dalton and Troy Baker have also spoken about their involvement and experiences working on the title.