Overview

• Tati Gabrielle, the lead actress in Naughty Dog's upcoming game 'Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet,' has faced racist and misogynistic backlash over her role as Jordan A. Mun.
• Director Neil Druckmann is personally coaching Gabrielle to handle online harassment, drawing on lessons from the experiences of 'The Last of Us' cast members.
• The game, announced in late 2024, explores themes of faith and community, offering a nuanced take on belief systems beyond traditional religion.
• 'Intergalactic' is Naughty Dog's first new IP in over a decade, with development involving over 250 staff and contributions from Kumail Nanjiani, Tony Dalton, and composers Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross.
• The game remains in active development with no confirmed release date, though reports suggest it may launch no earlier than 2027.