Uncharted's Troy Baker Joining Another Naughty Dog Project

Celebrated voice actor Troy Baker, renowned for his roles in Uncharted and The Last of Us, is set to reprise his collaboration with Naughty Dog. This exciting news, confirmed by Neil Druckmann himself in a recent GQ article, reveals Baker's return in a leading role for an upcoming Naughty Dog title.

A Longstanding Partnership and Creative Collaboration

Druckmann's public endorsement of Baker highlights the strong bond and mutual respect between the two. Their history includes Baker's iconic portrayals of Joel in The Last of Us and Samuel Drake in Uncharted 4 and The Lost Legacy, projects largely overseen by Druckmann.

While their initial working relationship presented creative differences – Baker's meticulous approach contrasting with Druckmann's directorial vision – their collaboration ultimately flourished into a close friendship. Druckmann, while acknowledging Baker's demanding nature as an actor, commended his exceptional performance in The Last of Us Part II, noting Baker's ability to exceed even Druckmann's expectations. "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," Druckmann stated.

Although details remain scarce regarding the new game, the announcement alone has ignited considerable excitement among fans.

Baker's Extensive Voice Acting Portfolio

Baker's talent extends far beyond his work with Naughty Dog. His impressive repertoire includes Higgs Monaghan in Death Stranding, Indiana Jones in the upcoming Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, Schneizel el Britannia in Code Geass, and various roles in Naruto: Shippuden and Transformers: EarthSpark. His voice has also graced numerous animated shows, including Scooby Doo, Ben 10, Family Guy, and Rick and Morty.

This extensive and acclaimed work has garnered Baker numerous nominations and awards, including a Spike Video Game Award for Best Voice Actor (2013) for his portrayal of Joel in The Last of Us. His contributions to the voice acting industry are undeniable, solidifying his status as a leading figure.