Naughty Dog's new game emphasizes player freedom storytelling

Naughty Dog's upcoming game, Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet, may take inspiration from Elden Ring, focusing on player freedom rather than a linear narrative. This marks a potential shift in the studio's storytelling approach. Ben Hanson, a former Game Informer journalist, noted that the game could be compared to Elden Ring in terms of gameplay freedom. However, the trailer does not suggest it will be a soulslike game. Naughty Dog co-president Neil Druckmann expressed interest in storytelling through gameplay rather than traditional narratives. This indicates a possible change in how the studio will present its stories in future games.