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Naughty Dog's New Game Finishes Recording But Not Ready To Show More

Naughty Dog’s Intergalactic wraps motion capture but holds back footage, igniting speculation ahead of Sony’s State of Play.

By · Published September 2, 2026  08:02 UTC · Updated September 2, 2026  19:45 UTC

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Naughty Dog completed motion capture recording for its new game, Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet. The studio confirmed the milestone but did not provide further details ahead of an upcoming showcase.

Epilogue added 49d ago, after coverage quieted.

Questions people are asking

When was the motion‑capture phase completed?

Coverage from Push Square, wccftech and Polygon indicates the MoCap was wrapped on August 31, 2026.

What launch timeframe is hinted at by the reports?

wccftech suggests the game could launch in 2027, based on the studio’s recent track record.

What upcoming event might provide more information about the game?

The next State of Play showcase is expected to feature additional footage or rollout details.

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  • Primary Driver: Naughty Dog’s Intergalactic wraps motion capture but holds back footage, igniting speculation ahead of Sony’s State of Play.
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Naughty Dog has finished motion‑capture recording for its upcoming PlayStation 5 title Intergalactic, yet no new gameplay footage will be released before the next State of Play. The studio cautions that, despite the technical finish, the game is not yet ready for further public display, leaving fans waiting.

Coverage notes that the milestone arrives just days before Sony’s scheduled State of Play, and wccftech points to a possible 2027 launch based on the studio’s recent track record. Kotaku’s headline underscores the gap between completed recording and public reveal.

The next observable step is the State of Play showcase, where any additional footage or rollout details may emerge.

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