The Last of Us Part 3 Might Ditch Ellie—Fans Won’t Believe What’s Next!

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The Attention Returns to The Last of Us Part 3, following a recent leak suggesting significant changes for the series, as it hints at a character swap for the main protagonist. According to industry insider Daniel Richtman, who shared this information on his Patreon platform, casting for The Last of Us Part 3 has already started. What makes this news even more surprising is that Ellie might not be the central character in the upcoming installment of the game.

According to Neil Druckmann’s latest comments, it appeared as if any hope for a third installment of The Last of Us was dwindling, suggesting that the story had concluded within the gaming world. However, Richtman’s statements paint a different picture, leading some to believe that Druckmann might be keeping the production of a potential Part 3 under wraps. Until Naughty Dog officially confirms the game, we should take Richtman’s leaks with a pinch of salt. If these rumors turn out to be true, The Last of Us Part 3 could face the same level of controversy that Ghost of Yotei experienced following its announcement.

The Last of Us Part 3 May Leave Ellie Behind, Which Could Mirror Ghost of Yotei’s Protagonist Change

Richtman Claims a New Cast of Characters

  • Val
  • Mason
  • Gracie
  • Ezra
  • Lucas

Back in 2023, Richtman boldly claimed that The Last of Us Part 3 would center around a fresh set of survivors battling for survival in an abandoned Victorian house. Now, as I sit here gaming, I can’t help but reflect on how much the Last of Us franchise has evolved since then. Initially, when Richtman first dropped these spoilers in 2023, The Last of Us Online was still a thing. Maybe these details were meant for the now-defunct multiplayer project. Regardless, I’m keeping my fingers crossed that his predictions hold true!

In a daring move, the game The Last of Us Part 2 introduced the character Abby, and the alternating narrative focusing on both her and Ellie remains a subject of debate among players.

Should these leaks be authentic, it might generate similar ripples as the upcoming Sony exclusive title, “Ghost of Yotei.” The sequel to the adored “Ghost of Tsushima” had stirred great anticipation; however, the announcement that the franchise would change protagonists didn’t sit well with all fans. Many were eager for more adventures starring Jin, yet “Ghost of Yotei” introduces a new hero named Atsu instead.

If The Last of Us Part 3 were to bid farewell to Ellie, it could stir up significant debate among fans. Given that she has been the cornerstone of the series, choosing a new protagonist might not sit easily with many supporters. On the other hand, since Ghost of Tsushima is a standalone game, changing main characters seems more justifiable. However, as Ellie has been central to both installments so far, ending her story in an open-ended manner to introduce fresh characters would be a daring move by Naughty Dog.

Season 2 of The Last of Us‘ live-action adaptation airs on HBO Max April 13.

Naughty Dog’s The Last of Us Part 3 Plans Currently Remain in the Dark

It seems highly unlikely that The Last of Us Part 3 will appear soon, given that Naughty Dog is currently working on a new project called Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet. This new IP doesn’t yet have a confirmed release date, suggesting it’s still in development, and therefore, Intergalactic will need its own time to shine before The Last of Us Part 3 can come out. For now, any information about The Last of Us Part 3 is speculation or rumor, so we’ll just have to wait and see if Richtman’s claims are accurate in the future.

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2025-03-20 21:35