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'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 game
Former 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.
Former The Last of Us developer teases yet-to-be-explored plot points which, if realised, will have major ramifications for the series
A 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.
Last Of Us Part 3 plot concept revealed by ex-Naughty Dog developer
A former Naughty Dog senior lighting artist, Gabriel Betancourt, revealed a potential plot concept for The Last of Us Part 3 discussed with Neil Druckmann. The concept involves the existence of a congregation of other immune survivors, which would significantly alter the narrative focus from Ellie's unique immunity. While a third game is not confirmed, this detail offers the first glimpse into possible story directions.
The Last of Us Part 3 theories get hotter as a former Naughty Dog dev claims Neil Druckmann has plans for "a whole…
A former Naughty Dog developer suggests that co-director Neil Druckmann has ideas for The Last of Us Part 3 involving a group of immune survivors. While the game is not officially in development, these claims fuel speculation about potential story directions, including expanding on the concept of immunity beyond Ellie.
