Why The Last of Us 2 Fans Should Keep an Eye on Intergalactic

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As a seasoned gamer with a soft spot for Naughty Dog’s masterpieces, particularly The Last of Us Part 2, the announcement of Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet was nothing short of electrifying! After bidding farewell to Nathan Drake and his adventures in Uncharted, I was eagerly waiting for another thrilling journey from the creators. However, I must admit that the anticipation for a third installment of The Last of Us left me slightly puzzled during The Game Awards.

The announcement of Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet was one of the biggest surprises of The Game Awards, as Naughty Dog revealed its new original IP to the masses. It was known that Naughty Dog had been working on a new franchise, but Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet shocked many, due to it being a huge departure from its most recent ventures, Uncharted and The Last of Us.

In summary, the storyline of Uncharted concluded with A Thief’s End, but a spin-off titled The Lost Legacy was released. However, the Uncharted series has come to an end as a whole. On the other hand, The Last of Us Part 2 ended on a cliffhanger, sparking speculation about a potential Part 3 at The Game Awards. Unfortunately, no announcement of Part 3 has been made after the event. However, there’s good news! A new game called Intergalactic seems promising and offers a change of pace, with a particular focus on melee combat. Fans of The Last of Us Part 2’s melee mechanics might find something exciting in this upcoming title, as one of the designers responsible for that aspect of gameplay is co-directing Intergalactic.

Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet Boasts TLOU Part 2’s Combat Designer

Three Naughty Dog Veterans Take the Helm

  • Neil Druckmann – Creative Director and Writer
  • Matthew Gallant – Game Director
  • Kurt Margenau – Game Director

In this context, it’s crucial to highlight Matthew Gallant as the key figure in our discussion. As you may know from his LinkedIn profile, he played a significant role in the project as the Lead Systems Designer on ‘The Last of Us Part 2’. His responsibilities were diverse, but what catches my interest is that he was the primary combat designer for both WLF and Seraphite encounters.

Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet follows protagonist Jordan A. Mun, a bounty hunter.

As a die-hard fan, I must say that The Last of Us Part 2 certainly didn’t shy away from intense close-quarter battles. The combat system in this game is truly remarkable and one of the standout features when you dive into The Last of Us Part 2. Although its narrative stirred up some heated debates with its unexpected turns, the gameplay was generally lauded. Gallant’s involvement in crafting the combat mechanics is a big part of why The Last of Us Part 2 delivers such an engaging experience, and the hints of melee action from Intergalactic only serve to heighten my anticipation.

Intergalactic Could Have a Heavy Melee Focus

In the game Intergalactic, it’s not yet certain what kinds of weapons can be used, but the trailer has hinted that plasma swords will be significant in battle scenes. Regrettably, the trailer didn’t reveal much about the gameplay, but it did briefly showcase a character wielding a plasma sword.

If hand-to-hand combat is the primary focus in gameplay, then having Matthew Gallant as a co-director suggests that the fighting experience could be exceptional. Whether you’re slicing through enemies with Ellie’s switchblade or clashing swords with Abby against a Seraphite using a machete, Naughty Dog mastered melee combat in The Last of Us Part 2, making it feel intense and immediate. The promise of further refining this style of combat makes the upcoming game, Intergalactic, even more captivating.

The tale unfolds on an enigmatic world named Sempiria, where no contact or departure from its orbital boundaries has been made for more than six centuries.

Similar to The Last of Us Part 2, the game Intergalactic has faced criticism, which is unfortunate given Naughty Dog’s attempt at exploring fresh ideas could lead to an exhilarating gaming experience. It remains uncertain what Intergalactic will be like, but its initial preview suggests a retro-futuristic bounty hunting story with potential for intense melee action. Fans of The Last of Us Part 2 might find themselves enjoying the same satisfying combat style in this new intellectual property.

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2024-12-17 22:33