Naughty Dog President Confirms No Last of Us Part 3

The future of *The Last of Us* (TLOU) series may be coming to an end, according to recent statements from Naughty Dog. Dive in to discover more about the future of TLOU and what Naughty Dog is currently working on.

The Last Of Us Might Not Get Another Sequel

This Could Be It According To Naughty Dog

It appears that The Last of Us may not see another sequel, potentially concluding the beloved zombie post-apocalyptic saga with The Last of Us 2. In a revealing interview with Variety on March 5, 2025, Naughty Dog co-president Neil Druckmann addressed the possibility of a The Last of Us 3.

Druckmann stated, "I guess the only thing I would say is don’t bet on there being more of ‘Last of Us.’ This could be it." These comments cast doubt on the future of TLOU in gaming, as Naughty Dog shifts focus towards elevating the TV series.

Previously, in a conversation with IGN at the DICE Summit 2025, Druckmann shared his approach to game development, emphasizing not to think about sequels while working on the initial game. He elaborated, "I think you're jinxing yourself if you're starting to think about the sequel when you're working on the first game. So when I was making The Last of Us 2, yeah, sure. Every once in a while an idea pops in your head of where it might go if we get the chance to do another one. But I just approach it as, ‘what if I never get to do another one?’...I'm not saving some idea for the future. If there's a cool idea, I'm doing my best to get it into here."

This approach suggests that The Last of Us may not receive further video game sequels, especially given the conclusive nature of The Last of Us 2's ending. However, fans can still look forward to the second season of the The Last of Us TV series, set to premiere on April 13, 2025.

Working On A New IP

While the future of TLOU in gaming remains uncertain, Naughty Dog is actively developing a new intellectual property. During The Game Awards 2024, Naughty Dog unveiled Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet, a new title for the PlayStation 5.

A brief teaser trailer highlighted the game's sci-fi theme, and according to its official website, Naughty Dog has been crafting this ambitious project since 2020. Described as their most creative and daring story to date, further details on Intergalactic are eagerly awaited by fans.

The Last of Us Online Cancelled To Give Way To Intergalactic

It was previously announced that The Last of Us Online had been cancelled, a decision influenced by Naughty Dog's shift towards single-player experiences. This move cleared the path for Intergalactic.

In a recent interview on the Sacred Symbols+ podcast on February 19, 2025, former Sony Interactive Entertainment President Shuhei Yoshida shed light on the cancellation. He explained that advice from Bungie, the creators of Destiny, played a crucial role. Yoshida said, "The idea for The Last of Us Online came from Naughty Dog and they really wanted to make it." He continued, "But Bungie explained what it takes to make live-service games, and Naughty Dog realized, 'Oops, we can't do that! If we do it, we can't make Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet.' So that was a lack of foresight."

Given Druckmann’s statements and the cancellation of The Last of Us Online, it seems Naughty Dog is stepping away from the TLOU franchise for now. Nevertheless, fans can anticipate the release of The Last of Us 2 Remastered on PC, scheduled for April 3, 2025. Stay updated with the latest on The Last of Us 2 Remastered by checking out our dedicated article below!