The Last of Us Part 3 Isn't Coming, Claims Naughty Dog President

The future of *The Last of Us* series may be reaching its conclusion, as hinted by recent statements from Naughty Dog. Dive into the latest updates on what's next for this beloved franchise and what Naughty Dog has in store.

The Last Of Us Might Not Get Another Sequel

This Could Be It According To Naughty Dog

The Last of Us (TLOU) may not see another sequel, potentially marking The Last of Us 2 as the final chapter in this iconic post-apocalyptic saga. In a revealing interview with Variety on March 5, 2025, Naughty Dog co-president Neil Druckmann addressed the possibility of The Last of Us 3. He 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." This comment casts a shadow of uncertainty over the future of TLOU in the gaming world, as Naughty Dog shifts its focus towards expanding the TV series.

Druckmann has previously discussed his approach to game development in an interview with IGN at the DICE Summit 2025. He emphasized not planning sequels while working on the current game, saying, "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 philosophy 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 next chapter in the story with the upcoming Season 2 of the The Last of Us TV series, set to premiere on April 13, 2025.

Working On A New IP

While the future of The Last of Us in gaming remains uncertain, Naughty Dog is actively developing a new intellectual property. At The Game Awards 2024, they unveiled Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet, a new title for the PlayStation 5. A teaser trailer showcased its sci-fi theme, and according to the official website, the project has been in development since 2020. Naughty Dog describes it as their most ambitious and creative story to date, though further details have yet to be released.

The Last of Us Online Cancelled To Give Way To Intergalactic

The cancellation of The Last of Us Online was a significant move by Naughty Dog, driven by their desire to focus on single-player experiences. This decision was influenced by advice from Bungie, creators of Destiny, who emphasized the long-term commitment required for live-service games. In an interview on the Sacred Symbols+ podcast on February 19, 2025, former Sony Interactive Entertainment President Shuhei Yoshida explained, "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."

With Druckmann's statements and the cancellation of The Last of Us Online, it appears that Naughty Dog is stepping away from the franchise for now. However, fans can still anticipate the release of The Last of Us 2 Remastered on April 3, 2025, for PC. Stay tuned for more updates on this remastered version by checking out our detailed article below!