As a seasoned video game enthusiast with over three decades of gaming under my belt, I must say that the upcoming title from Naughty Dog, Intergalactic, has certainly piqued my interest. With its ambitious scope and stellar pedigree, it’s shaping up to be an unforgettable journey through the cosmos.
Few game studios boast such an impressive history and consistent success like Naughty Dog. They’ve consistently produced outstanding games throughout their career, making them a studio that warrants your full focus whenever they release something fresh. Launching a new intellectual property (IP) is always thrilling, but with Naughty Dog, it’s particularly so.
During The Game Awards, Naughty Dog unveiled a completely fresh sci-fi concept titled “Intergalactic”, marking their fifth intellectual property (IP) and the first new IP in nearly 15 years from this esteemed studio behind games like “Uncharted” and “The Last of Us”. As further information about “Intergalactic” is expected to be shared by Naughty Dog and Sony over time, there are already some intriguing details that have been disclosed which have caught our attention. Let’s delve into them together.
PROTAGONIST
In a typical fashion for Naughty Dog productions, storytelling is a main event, and they’re keeping most details under wraps regarding Intergalactic‘s narrative. However, a few tidbits have been shared about the storyline. The player will control Jordan A. Mun, who possesses exceptional piloting skills and her own sleek spaceship (manufactured by Porsche). Naughty Dog refers to her as a formidable bounty hunter. Actress Tati Gabrielle will bring Jordan to life; she has previous experience with Naughty Dog projects, having portrayed the antagonist in the 2022 version of Uncharted, and also playing Nora in the second season of HBO’s adaptation of The Last of Us.
STORY DETAILS
In the trailer for “Intergalactic”, we witness Jordan’s spaceship circling a mysterious planet, with fragments of a distant celestial object suspended in space. According to a PlayStation Blog post, this enigmatic planet is named Sempiria, and it has been silent for centuries, having severed all connections with the cosmos. Any adventurers who have dared to explore its secrets haven’t returned since, and now, it’s up to Jordan to decipher a means of breaking free from Sempiria’s orbit, making him the first in 600 years to attempt such an escape.
MORE STORY DETAILS
We don’t know much about Intergalactic just yet, but we wonder if the game will focus on Sempiria or offer a broader exploration of various planets. In an interview with The New York Times, Naughty Dog president Neil Druckmann shared that the game’s narrative centers around a fictional religion and examines the consequences of placing trust in diverse institutions. Given Naughty Dog’s talent for compelling storytelling, we can’t wait to see how this premise unfolds!
ALTERNATE UNIVERSE
In the limited information disclosed about the game “Intergalactic” thus far, one intriguing aspect is its unique setting. This setting is a parallel universe where human space travel technology progressed rapidly after 1986. Notably, recognizable brands such as Porsche, Adidas, and Sony are featured in the trailer, suggesting that the game’s world shares similarities with our own. While it remains to be seen if we’ll visit this universe’s Earth, it’s reasonable to anticipate that possibility.
INSPIRATIONS
In a conversation with The New York Times, Druckmann shared some pivotal influences behind the development of “Intergalactic”. Two acclaimed works from Japan, the 1988 cyberpunk anime film “Akira” and the widely adored space Western animation “Cowboy Bebop”, have been highlighted as the primary inspirations for this project. This suggests a stylish, action-packed tone with a slick aesthetic that Naughty Dog is aiming to create. Following the grim post-apocalyptic setting of “The Last of Us” and the thrilling escapades in “Uncharted”, this new direction should offer an exciting shift for the studio.
CAST
In the sci-fi series “Intergalactic,” Jordan is the only named character we’re aware of at present, but actress Tati Gabrielle isn’t the sole cast member who’s been unveiled for the game. In the trailer, we also come across a role played by Kumail Nanjiani, while attentive viewers have identified another character portrayed by Tony Dalton, famously known for playing Lalo Salamanca in “Better Call Saul.” Moreover, as Druckmann revealed earlier this year, the game will incorporate a character acted by Troy Baker. Notably, Baker has an extensive background in Naughty Dog productions, whether it’s as Joel Miller or Sam Drake.
GAMEPLAY DETAILS
Based on a New York Times article and the reveal trailer, it appears that Intergalactic’s gameplay might heavily emphasize melee combat, as it seems to be a return to Naughty Dog’s action-adventure roots and features Jordan wielding a futuristic energy sword. The PlayStation Blog also hinted that the game could have the most complex gameplay in Naughty Dog’s history, suggesting that it will draw inspiration from their past titles.
MUSIC
The iconic American rock group Nine Inch Nails has been featured prominently in numerous end-of-year reviews, and it’s fascinating that their sound will also be associated with the game “Intergalactic” to some extent. More precisely, Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross, members of Nine Inch Nails, have been announced as co-composers for the game. On the PlayStation Blog, Druckmann expressed, “Our epic journey through the cosmos demands an equally epic soundtrack. As ardent admirers of their work, I’m thrilled to announce our collaboration with Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross who will be scoring ‘Intergalactic’! The duo is hard at work, and the trailer offers just a glimpse of their contributions to the game.
NAUGHTY DOG’S MOST AMBITIOUS GAME
It’s not unexpected that Naughty Dog is aiming high with their new game; after all, they’ve built a reputation on such ambition throughout their career. True to form, the upcoming title, Intergalactic, promises to surpass even their past accomplishments. Although details about the game are scarce at present, Naughty Dog has consistently emphasized its ambitious nature, even before it was officially unveiled. For example, earlier this year, Druckmann himself described it as Naughty Dog’s most ambitious project yet.
DIRECTED BY NEIL DRUCKMANN
We’ve frequently referred to Neil Druckmann, the president and creative head of Naughty Dog who has been instrumental in creating games like The Last of Us, The Last of Us Part 2, Uncharted 4, and now Intergalactic. He will be collaborating with two game directors: Matt Gallant, known for his work as game director on The Last of Us Part 1 and lead systems designer on The Last of Us Part 2, and Kurt Margenau, who was the game director on The Last of Us Part 2 and Uncharted: The Lost Legacy. Intergalactic began development in 2020 following the release of The Last of Us Part 2, with over 250 people at Naughty Dog working on it, along with external partners. As of now, there is no announced release date or window for the game, but considering its four-year development period and Naughty Dog’s tendency to dedicate ample time to their projects, we can expect it to be released by 2026 at the earliest, though a more realistic prediction might be 2027.
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2024-12-17 04:12