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Naughty Dog

Naughty Dog is a Sony owned video game developer that was originally founded in 1984 under the name JAM Software, Inc. until they rebranded in 1989. The company is known for a mix of colorful, fully packed mascot-based platformers such as Crash Bandicoot and Jak and Daxter, but in recent years have been come to be known for their major cinematic blockbuster games. Originally shifting gears with the globetrotting adventures of Nathan Drake in Uncharted, Naughty Dog continued the change to more realistic games with The Last of Us Part I and II.

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Date Founded
September 24, 1984
Parent Company
Sony
Subsidiaries
Sony

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The logo for Naughty Dog Studios Superimposed Over a Still From The Last of Us 2
Naughty Dog Is Reportedly Working On A Second Game, And It Isn't The Last Of Us Part 3

The new game has allegedly been in development for three years according to a gaming industry insider, who shared the news via his Patreon .

Character from Intergalactic The Heretic Prophet with logo from Naughty Dog
Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet Could Naughty Dog's Best Game For One Simple Reason

Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet might go where no Naughty Dog game has gone before, and it could lead to an even more interesting experience.

Ellie from The Last of Us Part 2, and Nathan Drake from Uncharted 4.
I Don’t Want The New Naughty Dog Game Neil Druckmann Is Promising

Sony recently conducted an interview with Naughty Dog studio head Neil Druckmann, and many comments have me concerned about the studio’s next game.

Ellie from The Last of Us Part 2, scowling with spots of blood on her face, in front of Elden Ring's Erdtree, shining golden light on the land below.
How Elden Ring’s Influence Will Make Naughty Dog Games Even Better

Naughty Dog’s director and writer of The Last of Us Part 2, Neil Drunkmann, reveals how Elden Ring has changed his approach to narrative structure.

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Naughty Dog's Next Game Is Teased In TLOU Part 1, Fans Think

New images added to The Last of Us Part 1 depict dragons and unicorns, suggesting that Naughty Dog’s next project may be a fantasy game.

TLOU Intro Foreshadows The Game's Ending (& We All Missed It)
TLOU Intro Foreshadows The Game's Ending (& We All Missed It)

The introductory sequence of The Last Of Us contained clear foreshadowing of the game’s ending, but few noticed until years after the game’s release.

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The Last of Us Story Moments TLOU Part 1 Should Definitely Change

Although TLOU has a phenomenal story, Naughty Dog should make these story changes to TLOU Part 1 as nine years have ed since the original release.

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Where To Spot The Naughty Dog Easter Egg In The Uncharted Movie

Uncharted developer Naughty Dog was referenced in the game’s film adaptation through an easy-to-miss Easter egg. Here’s where to find it.

The Last Of Us Part 1 Improvements In Demo Gameplay Video
Everything New In The Last Of Us Part 1 Remake

The Last of Us Part 1's remake will improve visual, audio, and combat features for the PS5 and include accessibility settings and speedrun modes.

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The Last Of Us Part 2 - Biggest Story Spoilers

The Last of Us 2 contains many twists that were leaked before the game’s release, and these spoilers are best avoided until the game's been beaten.

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Last of Us Remake Seemingly Confirmed By Naughty Dog Staff

A Naughty Dog employee's LinkedIn profile seems to confirm that the Santa Monica-based studio is indeed developing a Last of Us remake game.

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Uncharted: Fortune Hunter Is Shutting Down, Confirms Naughty Dog

Action-puzzle game Uncharted: Fortune Hunter is shutting down after approximately six years of service, series creator Naughty Dog has confirmed.

Jak, Nate in Uncharted 3, Ellie in TLOU, and Crash in Crash Team Racing
10 Best Naughty Dog Games, According To IMDb

Gaming fans largely love Naughty Dog games, but their top 10 highest rated on IMDb might surprise you.

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Uncharted & Last of Us Developer Teases Three New Games

A tease from Naughty Dog Co-President Neil Druckmann hints that the Uncharted and Last of Us developer currently has three games in production.

Ellie and Dina in the Last of Us Part II
TLOU 2's Ellie & Dina Cosplay Gets Seal of Approval From Naughty Dog

Two cosplayers teamed up to create stunning Ellie and Dina cosplay based on The Last of Us Part 2; Naughty Dog has already given its seal of approval.

Jak & Daxter is a PlayStation classic from Naughty Dog
Jak and Daxter's Biggest Challenges Explained By Naughty Dog

To commemorate the 20th anniversary of Jak and Daxter, developer Naughty Dog has looked back at some of the challenges faced during production.

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Uncharted 3 Naughty Dog Devs Share Their Favorite Scenes For 10th Anniversary

The developers at Naughty Dog look back at 2011's Uncharted 3: Drake's Deception, sharing their favorite for the game's 10th anniversary.

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The Last of Us Day 2021 Will Reveal All-New Content

Naughty Dog has teased that The Last of Us Day 2021, which falls on Sunday, September 26, will feature reveals for "all-new content."

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Uncharted: Legacy of Thieves' PC Port Isn't Being Made By Naughty Dog

Unlike the previous mainline games in the Uncharted series, Naughty Dog will not be developing the Uncharted: Legacy of Thieves PC port.

Naughty Dog May Have a PlayStation Showcase Announcement Planned
Naughty Dog May Have a PlayStation Showcase Announcement Planned

A tweet from a Naughty Dog dev has some wondering if the studio will be revealing its Last of Us multiplayer game at the PlayStation showcase.

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