The gaming community was abuzz with excitement and curiosity following Neil Druckmann's announcement of his latest project, *Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet*. The first details about the game's setting were recently revealed during Druckmann's appearance on the Creator to Creator show, shedding light on the intriguing world that Naughty Dog has been crafting.
Set in an alternate future that branches off from our own timeline in the late '80s, *Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet* explores a universe where a new religion rises to prominence. Naughty Dog has dedicated several years to meticulously developing the lore of this religion, tracing its journey from the emergence of its first prophet to its subsequent evolutions and distortions.
The narrative unfolds on a singular planet where this religion originates and spreads, eventually isolating itself from the rest of the galaxy. The protagonist of the game crash-lands on this very planet, finding herself in a desolate environment devoid of other human presence. This isolation forms one of the core themes of the project. Druckmann emphasized that, unlike previous Naughty Dog titles which often included a companion for the protagonist, *Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet* challenges players to navigate and survive the harsh conditions alone, relying solely on their own wits to find a way off the planet.
Despite being in development for four years, there remains no clear indication of when *Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet* will be released. Fans and gamers alike will need to stay tuned for future updates and announcements from Naughty Dog.
