If you're a fan of *The Last of Us* eagerly awaiting news about a potential *The Last of Us Part 3*, you might want to brace yourself. Series creator Neil Druckmann has recently dampened hopes for a sequel during an extensive interview with Variety, primarily focused on the upcoming TV series. Towards the end of the discussion, when asked about *The Last of Us Part 3*, Druckmann's response was rather definitive:
"I was waiting for this question," he said with a sigh. "I guess the only thing I would say is don’t bet on there being more of ‘Last of Us.’ This could be it."
The validity of Druckmann's statement remains open to interpretation. Currently, Naughty Dog is fully engaged in developing *Intergalactic*, announced at The Game Awards last December. With no release window in sight, *Intergalactic* is likely years away from completion, suggesting that the studio's focus is firmly on space-themed projects. This raises doubts about the immediate feasibility of working on *The Last of Us Part 3*. Druckmann might be playing it coy, or perhaps he is genuinely not ready to commit to another installment. Only time will tell if his stance will shift or if he truly considers the series complete.
For those still hungry for more *The Last of Us* content, the television adaptation offers a promising avenue. The second season is set to premiere on April 13 on Max. While Druckmann remains uncertain about how many seasons it will take to fully adapt the story from *Part 2*, an HBO executive hinted in February that four seasons might be the ideal number to wrap up the narrative. So, while a new game might be off the table for now, fans can still look forward to more adventures in the world of *The Last of Us* through the TV series.
