Ethan Crossfield 
A new report claims Naughty Dog is developing another Uncharted game with Nathan Drake involved in some capacity. The project is reportedly not a remake, suggesting the studio may be preparing a completely new adventure for one of PlayStation’s most recognizable characters. However, Naughty Dog has not confirmed the game, and key details about its story, lead character, and release window remain unknown.
What happened
According to a report from MP1st, Naughty Dog is working on a new Uncharted title featuring Nathan Drake. The wording leaves open several possibilities: Drake could return as the main playable character, appear in a supporting role, or be included in another way. The report does not establish whether the game would continue the existing story or explore an earlier period in Drake’s life.
One detail is presented more firmly: the project is reportedly not a remake. That would point toward an original Uncharted experience rather than another version of an existing adventure. Shaun Escayg, who directed The Lost Legacy, is also reportedly leading the project. Earlier reports suggested that an Uncharted game had been in development at Naughty Dog since before the COVID-19 pandemic, although its current stage is not known.
Why it matters
Uncharted remains one of Naughty Dog’s defining PlayStation franchises. The original trilogy helped establish the studio as a major first-party developer, with Uncharted 2 earning particular acclaim. Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End later served as a conclusion to Nathan Drake’s main story, while The Lost Legacy shifted attention to other characters in the series.
A new game would therefore represent a significant return, especially if Drake is more than a brief supporting presence. It could also give Naughty Dog a chance to expand the series without undoing the conclusion of Uncharted 4. At the same time, the project would compete for attention with the studio’s other announced or reported work. Naughty Dog has confirmed that multiple new The Last of Us projects are in development, while Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet is described as its next game and is planned for unveiling and release in 2027.
What to watch next
The most important development will be an official statement from Naughty Dog or PlayStation. Until then, the report’s claims about Nathan Drake’s involvement, Escayg’s role, and the project’s place in the studio’s pipeline should be treated as unverified.
Fans should also watch for clues about the game’s timeline and structure. A younger Drake could make the project a prequel, while a post-Uncharted 4 setting would raise questions about how the studio handles the character’s established ending. If the report is accurate and the game follows Intergalactic, an official reveal may still be some distance away. In the meantime, the main Uncharted games remain available to play on PS5, giving returning players a way to revisit the series while they wait for clearer information.
Key takeaways for Uncharted fans
- The reported project is described as a new game, not a remake.
- Nathan Drake is reportedly involved, but his playable role is unclear.
- The Lost Legacy director Shaun Escayg is reportedly attached to the project.
- Naughty Dog has not officially announced the game.
- The report places it after Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet in the studio’s pipeline.
Expert View
The most meaningful part of this report is not simply Drake’s possible return; it is the suggestion that Naughty Dog may be willing to revisit Uncharted without relying on a remake. That could preserve the series’ identity while allowing a new creative direction. Still, the lack of official confirmation makes every major question unresolved, and fans should judge the project on an eventual reveal rather than on leak-driven expectations.
