Fans of *The Last of Us* series were still reeling from Neil Druckmann's recent statement suggesting that a new game might not be on the horizon when a ray of hope emerged. Insider Daniel Richtman has stirred excitement by claiming that the next installment is not only in development but has already cast its actors, with some scenes reportedly filmed.
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Given the ambiguity of Naughty Dog's director's earlier comments, these rumors could indeed hold some weight. When Druckmann mentioned there would be "no next The Last of Us", it's possible he was alluding to an already-in-progress sequel. It's worth noting that he has made similar statements in the past, right before the announcement of *Part II*. However, it's important to consider that Richtman has a history of inaccurate leaks, which adds a layer of uncertainty to these claims.
Despite this, it is confirmed that a concept for a new installment does exist. As for any official announcements or further news, Naughty Dog might be holding back to keep the spotlight on their upcoming new IP, *Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet*.