The Last of Us Standalone Factions multiplayer game is likely to be free-to-play, based on a recent job listing.
According to the job summary for a new opening at Naughty Dog, the studio is looking for a applicants with proven experience in a production role supporting a AAA, free to play, live service title, which is likely to be The Last of Us Factions multiplayer game that is currently in development.
According to the job description, the ideal candidate would be someone with a deep understanding of the complexities of live game operations and a track record of building processes to help the development team in achieving its highest potential. Candidates are expected to bring their organizational skills, understanding of communication pipelines, leadership experience, and passion for making games, and, above all, their empathy to inspire the team at Naughty Dog and rally support for the studio’s shared vision.
According to Naughty Dog co-president Neil Druckmann, storytelling will have an important role to play in this standalone Factions multiplayer game. He said that the way the studio is telling its story is very unique. The unnamed game has a brand new cast of characters, and takes place in the northern part of the United States. Druckmann hinted that the location may be familiar to diehard Naughty Dog fans.
Druckmann said that fans have been waiting to hear more details regarding the multiplayer game in development at Naughty Dog, and the studio will not disappoint them. He said that fans should expect to hear a lot more about the game next year.
Development of Naughty Dog’s multiplayer game is led by Vinit Agarwal, Anthony Newman, and Joe Pettinati. Agarwal took to Twitter to share his excitement for the project, and how the studio’s previous multiplayer offerings inspired him to become a part of it. He further stated that he can’t wait to reveal more details on what the incredible team at Naughty Dog is building for this multiplayer game.
