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Neil Druckmann Says 'Don't Bet on' There Being a The Last of Us Part 3

by Hunter Mar 15,2025

For those eagerly awaiting news of The Last of Us Part III, renowned series creator Neil Druckmann has delivered a disheartening update. In a recent interview with Variety, primarily focused on the The Last of Us TV series, Druckmann effectively dashed hopes of a third installment. When questioned about the possibility, he sighed and stated, “I was waiting for this question… I guess the only thing I would say is don’t bet on there being more of ‘Last of Us.’ This could be it.”

While Druckmann's statement is certainly discouraging, it doesn't definitively rule out a future Part III. Naughty Dog is currently engrossed in the development of Intergalactic, a game announced at The Game Awards 2022, with no release date currently set. This suggests the studio's resources are fully committed elsewhere for the foreseeable future. Druckmann's response could be strategic ambiguity, a reluctance to commit, or a genuine indication that the story is concluded. Only time will tell.

For fans still yearning for more in the Last of Us universe, the second season of the HBO Max TV series premieres April 13th. While Druckmann remains uncertain about the total number of seasons, an HBO executive suggested a four-season run might be the likely outcome.

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