"Last of Us 3: Still a Possibility?"

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 sudden ray of hope emerged. Insider Daniel Richtman has claimed that not only is the next installment in development, but it has also cast its actors, and filming for some scenes has already begun.

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Given the somewhat ambiguous earlier statement from Naughty Dog's director, these rumors might carry some weight. When Druckmann mentioned there would be "no next The Last of Us," he could have been referring to a sequel that was already in the works. Additionally, he has made similar comments before the announcement of Part II. However, it's worth noting that Richtman has a history of inaccurate leaks.

Despite this, it's clear that a concept for a new installment does exist. As for any official announcements or further news, the studio might be holding off to keep the focus on their upcoming new IP, Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet.