At this year’s Game Awards, Naughty Dog studios dropped a thrilling announcement about their latest creation, Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet. Set in a sprawling sci-fi universe, the game teases players with a sneak peek into the life of its main character, who indulges in a bit of retro anime viewing and throws on a classic record from a pet shop before embarking on an epic space journey. Unlike the sleek and polished Star Wars aesthetic, this universe is more down-to-earth, featuring CRT-style monitors, vintage tech, and hefty keyboards. The protagonist’s ship certainly prioritizes functionality over flash, offering a rich, nostalgic atmosphere.
Known for crafting deeply immersive adventures with cinematic flair, Naughty Dog—under the ownership of Sony—continues to build its reputation. This new venture brings back Troy Baker, the renowned actor who gave life to Joel in The Last of Us series, as the main character. At the helm of this ambitious project is Neil Druckmann, the creative guru behind The Last of Us and Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End. Our first glimpse into the storyline reveals bounty hunter Jordan Munn on a mission to chase down a criminal faction called The Five Aces. In the thick of her quest, Jordan finds herself marooned on a remote planet teeming with menacing robots.
In a post on the Naughty Dog website, Druckmann passionately describes the game as “our wildest, most creative story yet,” noting that work on it began back in 2020. Although details about launch dates and platforms remain under wraps, anticipation builds as fans ponder how Intergalactic will unfold and what role the heretic prophet will play in this exciting new adventure.
