With the anticipation for *The Witcher 4* extending into 2027, fans of Naughty Dog's newly announced *Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet* face a similar wait. According to Bloomberg reporter Jason Schreier on ResetEra, neither title will hit the shelves next year, suggesting that *Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet* could see a release in 2027 at the earliest. This timeline raises questions about which console generation the game will target—whether it's the PlayStation 5, the forthcoming PlayStation 6, or possibly a cross-gen release.
If *Intergalactic* bypasses the PS5 and launches directly on the PS6, Naughty Dog might miss out on releasing a brand-new title for the current generation. So far, the studio has only delivered ports, remasters, and remakes for the PS5, 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*.
*Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet* was unveiled at The Game Awards 2024, boasting a star-studded cast with Tati Gabrielle from the *Uncharted* movie playing the protagonist Jordan A. Mun, and Kumail Nanjiani of *Marvel's Eternals* portraying a character named Colin Graves. Fans have dissected the trailer to identify additional cast members, even spotting a crew photo hinting at more characters.
Earlier this month, Neil Druckmann, the director of *The Last of Us*, shared further insights into *Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet*. In an interview with Alex Garland, the writer behind the zombie film *28 Days Later*, Druckmann discussed the game's development, revealing it has been in the works for four years. He reflected on the creative choices made in *The Last of Us Part II* and the mixed reactions it received, humorously suggesting that *Intergalactic* might be less controversial as it explores themes of faith and religion.
Set in an alternate historical timeline, *Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet* delves into a significant religion that has evolved over time. The narrative follows a bounty hunter, Jordan A. Mun, who crash-lands on a planet that has been out of communication for centuries. Druckmann emphasized the game's focus on exploring the mysterious history and inhabitants of this planet, aiming to create a sense of isolation and discovery for the player.
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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 at the red carpet event for *The Last of Us Season 2* premiere, Druckmann shared that the game is not only playable but "really good." He teased that what has been shown so far is just the tip of the iceberg, hinting at a deep and engaging gameplay experience awaiting fans.
