Troy Baker, Known for Uncharted and TLOU Roles, Signs Up for Another Naughty Dog Game

Troy Baker, renowned for his roles in Uncharted and The Last of Us, is back for another Naughty Dog project! This exciting news, confirmed by Neil Druckmann himself in a recent GQ article, promises a leading role for Baker in an upcoming Naughty Dog game.

A Long-Standing Partnership

The collaboration between Baker and Druckmann is legendary. Their history includes Baker's iconic portrayal of Joel in The Last of Us series and Samuel Drake in Uncharted 4 and Uncharted: The Lost Legacy – many of which were directed by Druckmann.

Druckmann's statement, "In a heartbeat, I would always work with Troy," speaks volumes about their professional bond. While their initial working relationship wasn't always smooth, due to differing approaches to character portrayal, they've forged a strong partnership. Druckmann even notes Baker's demanding nature, but ultimately praises his exceptional work, particularly in The Last of Us Part II, stating, "Troy’s trying to stretch the limits of what thing is, and often he succeeds at making it better than it was in my imagination.”

Though details remain scarce, fans eagerly await news of this new project.

Baker's Extensive Voice Acting Career

Baker's talent extends far beyond Naughty Dog titles. His impressive resume includes Higgs Monaghan in Death Stranding, the upcoming Indiana Jones in Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, Schneizel el Britannia in Code Geass, and numerous roles in Naruto: Shippuden and Transformers: EarthSpark, among countless others. He's also lent his voice to popular animated shows like Scooby Doo, Ben 10, Family Guy, and Rick and Morty.

His remarkable achievements have garnered numerous awards and nominations, including a Spike Video Game Award for Best Voice Actor (2013) for his role as Joel in the original The Last of Us. Baker’s influence on the gaming and animation world is undeniable.