Naughty Dog Reportedly Working On A New Uncharted Game: Everything We Know So Far
There is perhaps something that fans of adventure games on the PlayStation platform can look forward to. There has been some talk about the possibility that Naughty Dog will revisit one of their best-loved franchises: Uncharted. It has been two years since the last installment, which came out in 2017.
The franchise has thus remained silent for quite a while now; it seems as if there might not be any more adventure left for Nathan Drake. But a new report has rekindled hope once again that there could be a new Uncharted title coming up. However, nothing concrete has been revealed by Sony and Naughty Dog.
A New Uncharted Game Could Be in Development
As per a recent report by MP1st and to some extent backed by Video Games Chronicle (VGC), there are rumors that the video game developer Naughty Dog is developing another game in the Uncharted series.
It is believed that this is not going to be a remake or remastered version of any existing adventure but a whole new game. This would be great news for those who wanted to have a new adventure without playing an old one again.
This report indicates that the studio would take up the project after finishing their upcoming sci-fi adventure, Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet.
Shaun Escayg Could Lead the Project
One of the most exciting parts of the article is the involvement of Shaun Escayg, who was the director of Uncharted: The Lost Legacy.
Escayg is said to lead the new game development. He seems to be an interesting candidate for the job considering his experience working on the franchise.
The Lost Legacy proved that the Uncharted world can provide an enjoyable experience without using Nathan Drake as the protagonist of the game. This game focuses on Chloe Frazer and Nadine Ross, but still retains all the elements typical of the franchise including exploration, puzzle-solving, and action scenes.
Whether or not Shaun Escayg is involved in the project, it is hard to say which way the creators will take the plot of the new game.
Will Nathan Drake Return?
Nathan Drake is one of the most famous heroes of PlayStation games; hence, his potential comeback is bound to catch everyone’s attention.
However, as per the reports, it seems that Nathan Drake can make a comeback in the upcoming title. The question here is whether he will be the protagonist or will have a secondary role in the game.
It should be noted that the finale of Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End revealed that Cassie Drake, the daughter of Nathan and Elena, became a central figure and opened up the opportunity for future games with this character. That is why many fans believe that Cassie might be the main character of the new title.
The fact is quite exciting, but it is crucial to keep in mind that the appearance of this character has not yet been confirmed.
What Could the Gameplay Look Like?
Despite the lack of information on the gameplay, there are many reasons why people can fantasize about how the modern Uncharted game can look like.
This franchise is famous for the cinematic cutscenes, treasure hunting, environmental puzzles, climbing, exploration, and interesting characters’ dialogues. The future game can take advantage of all these aspects, and add some new features such as detailed settings and enhanced animation.
Additionally, players will certainly expect from a new Uncharted game action scenes and adventure scenes which distinguish the series from others.
Nevertheless, it is just an assumption, as there are no videos, images, or gameplay features of the project mentioned by Naughty Dog yet.
When Could the New Uncharted Game Release?
Sadly, no release date has been confirmed yet.
However, according to reports, the next Uncharted title will come out after Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet – the sci-fi video game by Naughty Dog that is scheduled for release in 2027. So, fans might have to wait until 2027 for additional information regarding future titles of Naughty Dog.
This means that the next Uncharted title may still take years to be released. The platform of the game has not been revealed either.
Final Verdict
A new game in the Uncharted series is great news for fans who have been waiting for years to revisit the series. A new adventure, the possible involvement of Nathan Drake, and the involvement of Shaun Escayg are enough reasons to generate discussions.
The big question at hand is whether Naughty Dog will proceed with Nathan’s journey or give way to a new generation of treasure hunters.
As of now, all this news must be taken with a pinch of salt and await a more concrete official announcement from Sony or Naughty Dog itself.
A new adventure in the Uncharted series can certainly become one of the best future PlayStation games if it is true. Until then, it is just speculation.