Journalist Struggles to Recall Name of Naughty Dog's Upcoming Space Game
Originally published Jul 3, 2026
By Rebekah Valentine · Kotaku
AI-generated summary based on Kotaku · Aggregated by GamingCurve · Human-reviewed and approved on Jul 3, 2026
Key points
- A Kotaku journalist struggled to remember the name of Naughty Dog's upcoming space game.
- The game was previously shown at The Game Awards and is being developed by Neil Druckmann.
- The journalist eventually recalled the title as 'Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet,' but criticized its memorability.
- The article discusses the difficulty of naming a game that is both unique and easy to remember.
A Kotaku journalist recently found themselves unable to recall the name of Naughty Dog's upcoming space game, which was previously showcased at The Game Awards. The game, developed by Neil Druckmann and his team, has been the subject of discussion among colleagues as Sony moves toward discontinuing physical game discs by 2028. The journalist eventually remembered the title as 'Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet,' but expressed concerns about its memorability and effectiveness as a game name. The article highlights the challenges of naming a game, balancing simplicity with uniqueness.
Read the original story: Kotaku — by Rebekah Valentine