The timeless adage is strike while the iron is hot, and few developers are blazing quite like Naughty Dog. Fresh off the resounding success of The Last of Us Part II, the Santa Monica studio will not adopt complacency. Simultaneously, Hollywood’s most prominent superhero actor is also refusing to rest on his laurels. The two worlds collided when Naught Dog
Read moreControlling the narrative remains a critical marketing function of any organization. From politics to corporations to video game studios, first impressions are often the most lasting. However, if the initial reactions are false, it is increasingly difficult to correct a mistake. During a recent interview with Game Informer, Naughty Dog Vice-President Neil Druckmann explained how incorrect rumors impacted The Last
Read moreWith the next console generation launching this fall, the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One will ride off into the sunset. While both consoles have enjoyed relative success, Sony is the clear winner of the eighth console generation. With over 110 million units sold worldwide, the PlayStation 4 has given studios a large pool of diverse players. In turn, studios have
Read more*** This article contains ZERO spoilers for The Last of Us Part 2 *** A disgruntled Naughty Dog employee posted story elements and video cutscenes As fans persistently heap praise upon the industry’s most prominent franchises, the dark and secret underbelly of video game development continues to grow. For decades, companies embraced the questionable labor practice of “crunch.” Simply put,
Read moreWhen it is all said and done, video game delays will define the year 2020. From Final Fantasy VII Remake to Cyberpunk 2077, companies continue to postpone this year’s most anticipated releases. On Friday, the talented developer Naughty Dog joined the fray with news regarding The Last of Us Part 2. No News is Good News With Nintendo releasing Xenoblade
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