The Last of Us
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The Last of Us star Troy Baker says "we've not seen the last of Joel," teases more could come from…Voice actor Troy Baker, who portrays Joel in The Last of Us, believes the character will appear in future games, TV shows, or other media despite his fate in The Last of Us Part 2 and its TV adaptation. Baker hopes other performers will also have the opportunity to play Joel, suggesting potential for prequels or spin-offs.- 'We've Not Seen The Last of Joel,' Says The Last of Us ActorActor Troy Baker, who voices Joel in The Last of Us, has indicated that the character's story is not over and may continue in future video games. Baker's comments suggest potential for further installments or expansions within the popular franchise.
The Last of Us star Troy Baker teases "we've not seen the last of Joel", as he reflects on the impact of the character and how he should be "proliferated and iterated on" in future projectsTroy Baker, the original voice actor for Joel in The Last of Us, believes the character will appear again in future projects across various mediums. Baker expressed his admiration for Pedro Pascal's portrayal in the HBO series and hopes Joel's legacy will be continued and iterated upon. He also briefly mentioned his work on Indiana Jones and the Great Circle.
Assassin's Creed Origins actor Abubakar Salim can't recommend The Last of Us star Troy Baker follow in his footsteps and open a game studio: "It's a ruthless space"Actor Abubakar Salim, known for Assassin's Creed Origins and founder of Surgent Studios, advises against Troy Baker opening his own game studio, calling the industry a "ruthless space." Baker, who starred in The Last of Us and Death Stranding, expressed a desire to create his own stories through a new studio, acknowledging Salim's work.
The Boys season 5 just demolished The Last of Us franchise with one sentenceThe Boys season 5 episode 4 featured a significant homage to The Last of Us, complete with spores and infected growths. However, the episode also included a line dismissing the comparison, stating it was merely 'The Walking Dead with mushrooms,' effectively downplaying the franchise's influence.
Troy Baker Teases Future For Joel, His Dead The Last Of Us CharacterVoice actor Troy Baker has teased that the character Joel from The Last of Us series is not finished, despite his death in the games and HBO show. Baker suggested Joel could appear in future games, TV shows, or other media, hinting at potential prequel stories or flashbacks. He also discussed his own aspirations to open a game studio, receiving cautionary advice from fellow voice actor Abubakar Salim.
'I Want to Tell My Own Stories': The Last of Us Star Troy Baker Is Building a Game StudioActor Troy Baker, known for his role as Joel in The Last of Us, has expressed his ambition to create his own original video games. Speaking on the Kinda Funny Gamescast, Baker detailed his desire to build a trusted studio team and develop new experiences, emphasizing a cautious approach to avoid rushing the process.
If you can't get enough Troy Baker in your videogames, here's the good news: he's going to start making…Prolific voice actor Troy Baker has announced his intention to move into game development, inspired by Abubakar Salim and Surgent Studios. Baker, known for roles in The Last of Us, Metal Gear Solid, and Death Stranding, aims to create high-caliber stories, taking his time to ensure quality. He has worked with industry giants like Hideo Kojima and Todd Howard.
'There's a whole congregation of that kind of person' — Former The Last of Us dev says Neil Druckmann told him that 'several people' alongside Ellie were immune in the world of the post-apocalyptic gameFormer Naughty Dog developer Gabriel Betancourt claims that Neil Druckmann told him multiple people in The Last of Us universe are immune to the Cordyceps infection, not just Ellie. Betancourt expressed that this concept diminished the original game's narrative weight, though it has not been a central plot point in subsequent installments.
The Last of Us star Troy Baker wants to make his own game studio, but he wants to "do it right"Actor Troy Baker, known for his role as Joel in The Last of Us, has announced his intention to start his own game studio. Baker aims to leverage his extensive experience in the industry to tell his own stories and build a team with trusted colleagues, emphasizing a deliberate and unhurried approach to development.
"This game sucks": Former Uncharted 4 dev says a mystery Naughty Dog project was torn apart by corporate, leading to threats of pulled funding and a huge leadership shake-upA former Naughty Dog developer shared insights into the troubled development of Uncharted 4: A Thief's End, detailing how corporate pressure and internal criticism led to significant leadership changes and a near-cancellation of funding. The project, initially helmed by Amy Hennig, was reportedly deemed to "suck" by a director, prompting a major overhaul that eventually led to the game's successful release.
The Last of Us and Death Stranding actor Troy Baker has worked with Neil Druckmann, Hideo Kojima, and many more – Now he wants to create a studio and "tell my own stories"Actor Troy Baker, known for his roles in The Last of Us and Death Stranding, has expressed his desire to establish his own game studio. Baker aims to leverage the lessons learned from his collaborations with industry figures like Neil Druckmann and Hideo Kojima to create and tell his own unique stories within the gaming medium.
The Last Of Us Star Troy Baker Wants To Start His Own Game Studio, But He Won't Rush ItActor Troy Baker, known for his roles in The Last of Us and Uncharted, is exploring the possibility of starting his own game studio to tell his own stories. He emphasized a desire to build a trusted team and avoid rushing the process, learning from past industry successes. Baker plans to leverage his extensive experience collaborating with industry veterans like Hideo Kojima and Neil Druckmann.
Indiana Jones and The Last of Us star Troy Baker wants to make his own video gameVoice actor Troy Baker, known for his roles in The Last of Us and Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, expressed his desire to develop his own video game. Inspired by developers like Abubakar Salim, Baker aims to leverage his extensive experience working with industry titans to create a story of similar caliber. He is currently in the early stages of discussion, prioritizing quality and a deliberate timeline over haste.
Elden Ring Cast Revealed: Nick Offerman Headlines Epic 2028 AdaptationAn adaptation of the video game Elden Ring is in development, with Nick Offerman, Ben Whishaw, and Cailee Spaeny announced as part of the main cast. The series is set to premiere on March 3, 2028, and aims to translate the game's complex narrative and themes to a live-action format. The announcement has generated excitement and discussion within the gaming community regarding the potential success of video game adaptations.- Game Crossovers and CollaborationsThis article discusses recent developments in game adaptations and collaborations, including the teaser trailer for a Rogue Trooper movie and the casting for an Elden Ring movie. It also mentions Li Jun Li being cast in 'The Last of Us' Season 3 and Camilla Luddington offering advice to Sophie.
Shuhei Yoshida Reveals He Was "Fired" From His Head Role of PlayStation First Party Studios By JimFormer PlayStation executive Shuhei Yoshida revealed that he was removed from his role as president of Worldwide Studios by Jim Ryan in 2019. Yoshida stated he was "fired" because he did not agree with some of Ryan's requests. Following this, Yoshida transitioned to lead PlayStation's indie games initiative before departing Sony in late 2024 to manage his own consulting firm.- Shuhei Yoshida Reveals He Was "Fired" From His Head Role of PlayStation First Party Studios By JimFormer PlayStation executive Shuhei Yoshida revealed that he was removed from his role as head of PlayStation's first-party studios by Jim Ryan in 2019. Yoshida stated he was "fired" because he did not agree with Ryan's "ridiculous" requests. Following this, he led PlayStation's indie games initiative for five years before departing Sony and starting his own consulting firm.
Former The Last of Us developer teases yet-to-be-explored plot points which, if realised, will have major ramifications for the seriesA former Naughty Dog developer, Gabriel Betancourt, revealed that series creator Neil Druckmann once considered exploring the idea of multiple characters being immune to the Cordyceps virus in The Last of Us. Betancourt felt this would dilute the impact of Joel's decision to save Ellie, though Druckmann has recently teased future installments for the series. Naughty Dog is also developing a new franchise, Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet.
The games industry will never "get back to normal", lament Tony Hawk devs Iron Galaxy, as they make another round of layoffsIron Galaxy, the developers behind Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4 and ports of various games, has announced another round of layoffs, citing permanent changes in the video game industry's market conditions. The company stated it can no longer sustain its previous team size following a previous downsizing. This news comes amidst broader industry trends of job cuts and shifts in publisher investment criteria, with generative AI and live service games being discussed as potential factors.