Naughty Dog's Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet Delayed Past 2026, Says Neil Druckmann

The wait for *The Witcher 4* is set to extend into 2027, and it's a similar story for Naughty Dog’s newly announced *Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet*. Bloomberg reporter Jason Schreier confirmed on ResetEra that neither game will be available next year, pushing *Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet* to a release in 2027 at the earliest. Much like *The Witcher 4*, there's speculation around whether *Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet* will target the PlayStation 5, the inevitable PlayStation 6, or perhaps be a cross-gen title.

If *Intergalactic* is released directly on the PS6, Naughty Dog risks missing out on the PS5 generation with brand new games. So far, the studio has only released ports, remasters, and remakes on Sony’s current-gen console, including *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*.

Naughty Dog unveiled *Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet* at The Game Awards 2024, boasting a star-studded cast with Tati Gabrielle from the *Uncharted* movie as the protagonist Jordan A. Mun, and Kumail Nanjiani of *Marvel's Eternals* playing Colin Graves. Fans have meticulously analyzed the trailer to identify additional cast members, with a photo hinting at a larger crew.

Earlier this month, *The Last of Us* director Neil Druckmann provided further insights into *Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet*. In an interview with Alex Garland, the writer behind the zombie movie *28 Days Later*, Druckmann revealed that the game has been in development for four years. He discussed the creative decisions made with *The Last of Us 2*, which received mixed reactions, and humorously suggested that *Intergalactic* might be less controversial as it focuses on themes of faith and religion.

Set in an alternate historical timeline, *Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet* explores a significant religion that has evolved over time. The game's narrative revolves around a bounty hunter who crash-lands on a mysterious planet where communication has been lost for 600 years. Druckmann emphasized the game's focus on exploration and uncovering the planet's history, a departure from previous Naughty Dog titles where players often have a constant ally.

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Assuming a 2027 release, *Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet* will have been in development for six years by the time it launches. Speaking to IGN at the premiere of *The Last of Us Season 2*, Druckmann shared that the game is not only playable but "really good." He expressed excitement about eventually showcasing gameplay, hinting at the depth and complexity of the game beyond what has been revealed so far.