Neil Druckmann steps away from ‘The Last of Us’: What it means for HBO’s Season 3

Neil Druckmann, co-creator of ‘The Last of Us,’ has departed the HBO series ahead of Season 3 to focus on Naughty Dog’s ‘Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet.’ Halley Gross also steps back, leaving Craig Mazin as sole showrunner. Season 3 will explore Abby Anderson’s story, with a tentative release in late 2026 or early 2027, raising fan concerns about authenticity.