Naughty Dog's CEO, Neil Druckmann, recently revealed the challenges of keeping the studio's latest IP under wraps, particularly amidst fan frustration over the numerous remasters and remakes. Read on for details about Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet and Druckmann's experiences.
The Difficulty of Secrecy
Druckmann described the years spent developing Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet in secrecy as "really hard." He acknowledged the growing fan discontent with the studio's focus on re-releases, noting social media comments demanding new IPs and games. The overwhelmingly positive response to the game's reveal trailer, boasting over 2 million YouTube views, ultimately validated the effort.
Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet - Naughty Dog's Newest Adventure
Naughty Dog, renowned for titles like Uncharted, Jak & Daxter, Crash Bandicoot, and The Last of Us, has launched a new franchise: Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet. Initially teased in 2022, the title was trademarked by Sony Interactive Entertainment in February 2024 and officially unveiled at The Game Awards.
Set in an alternate 1986 where space travel is highly advanced, players assume the role of Jordan A. Mun, a bounty hunter stranded on the perilous planet Sempiria. Its mysterious and deadly history has claimed countless lives, making Jordan's survival a monumental challenge.
Druckmann described the game's narrative as ambitious, exploring a fictional religion and the consequences of faith in various institutions. He also highlighted the game's return to Naughty Dog's action-adventure roots, drawing inspiration from Akira (1988) and Cowboy Bebop (1990).
