Neil Druckmann Contemplates Future Beyond AAA Gaming

The acclaimed director of The Last of Us and Uncharted series reflects on stress, family, and the pursuit of smaller projects.

Neil Druckmann, director of The Last of Us and Uncharted 4, hints at a potential end to his career in AAA game development, citing stress and a desire for smaller projects.
Druckmann has been pivotal in Naughty Dog's success, leading projects like The Last of Us Part II and its HBO adaptation, while also hinting at The Last of Us Part III.
The director expresses a longing for a more low-key life, emphasizing the importance of family time over the stress of managing large development teams.
Despite the uncertainty about his future in AAA gaming, Druckmann is currently working on a
really ambitious
new game at Naughty Dog, with high expectations for its innovation and impact.