Intergalactic, new Neil Druckmann game, will be about religion and solitude

The announcement of Neil Druckmann's latest game, Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet, has stirred a whirlwind of emotions among fans, and only recently have we been privy to the first details about its intriguing setting. Druckmann unveiled this information during an appearance on the Creator to Creator show.

The game unfolds in an alternate future, branching off from our reality in the late ‘80s. The narrative revolves around the rise of a new religion within the Intergalactic universe, which eventually becomes the dominant faith. Naughty Dog dedicated several years to crafting the intricate lore of this religion, tracing its journey from the emergence of its first prophet through its subsequent evolutions and distortions.

This religion originates on a single planet and spreads until the planet is entirely isolated from the rest of the galaxy. The protagonist's journey begins when she crash-lands on this very planet, finding herself in a desolate environment where she is completely alone. Survival becomes the core theme of the game, as she must navigate this solitary world without the aid of a companion—a departure from Naughty Dog's previous titles, where players often had someone to rely on. In Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet, players will need to figure out how to escape the planet on their own.

Despite being in development for four years, there is still no word on a potential release date. Fans will need to stay tuned for future updates and announcements from Naughty Dog.