As fans eagerly await The Witcher 4, set to release in 2027, the anticipation is equally high for Naughty Dog’s newly announced title, Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet. Bloomberg reporter Jason Schreier confirmed on ResetEra that neither game will launch next year, pushing Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet to a 2027 release at the earliest. This timeline raises questions about whether the game will target the PlayStation 5, the upcoming PlayStation 6, or possibly serve as a cross-gen title.
If Intergalactic opts for a direct release on the PS6, Naughty Dog might bypass the PS5 generation entirely in terms of new game releases. To date, the studio has focused on ports, remasters, and remakes for the PS5, including titles like The Last of Us Part II, Uncharted: Legacy of Thieves Collection, The Last of Us Part I, and The Last of Us Part II Remastered.
Unveiled at The Game Awards 2024, Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet boasts a star-studded cast, with Tati Gabrielle from the Uncharted movie playing the protagonist Jordan A. Mun, and Kumail Nanjiani of Marvel's Eternals portraying Colin Graves. Fans have meticulously analyzed the trailer to uncover additional cast members, with a photo hinting at a larger crew.
Earlier this month, The Last of Us director Neil Druckmann shared insights into Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet. In a candid interview with Alex Garland, the writer behind the zombie film 28 Days Later, Druckmann revealed that the game has been in development for four years. Reflecting on the creative decisions that stirred controversy with The Last of Us 2, Druckmann humorously noted the team's desire to tackle less divisive themes this time around. "Let's make a game about faith and religion," he said, aiming to explore topics that might provoke less backlash.
Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet unfolds in an alternate historical timeline, centered around a significant religion that has evolved over time. The narrative follows a bounty hunter, Jordan A. Mun, who crash-lands on a mysterious planet where all communication ceased 600 years ago. Druckmann emphasized the game's focus on isolation and discovery, diverging from the companionship seen in previous Naughty Dog titles. Players will delve into the planet's history and unravel its secrets to find a way off.
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Considering a 2027 release, Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet will have been in development for six years by the time it hits the market. Speaking at the premiere of The Last of Us Season 2, Druckmann expressed optimism about the game's progress, describing it as "playable" and "really good." He teased that while only a small glimpse of the game has been shown, the full experience will delve much deeper into its intriguing world.
