Although canceled in December 2023, The Last of Us Online had real potential. This is evident from statements made by various developers, particularly those of Vinit Agarwal, who served as a director on the project.
Although he has since bounced back by founding a new studio in Japan, he still hasn’t gotten over the cancellation. Agarwal addressed the topic once again in a post on X. In it, he reflected on the many messages he receives from former colleagues regarding The Last of Us Online. At Naughty Dog, the teams loved the game.
« It’s crazy how many of my former colleagues are still messaging me today to say how incredible TLOU Online was going to be—still the best multiplayer game they’ve ever played. I’ll never let what I’m working on fail to see the light of day again. Thank you all for your support and trust! »
It’s interesting to see how much enthusiasm former Naughty Dog employees still have for The Last of Us Online. It’s a testament to the game’s potential and the creativity behind it. It’s always exciting to imagine what could have been!