Troy Baker Joins New Naughty Dog Game Project

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

Neil Druckmann has confirmed Troy Baker’s return in a leading role for an upcoming Naughty Dog game. Dive into the details of their enduring collaboration and what fans can anticipate from Baker's next venture.

Troy Baker’s Strong Work Partnership with Neil Druckmann

Returning for Naughty Dog’s Upcoming Game

According to a November 25th GQ article, Neil Druckmann has confirmed that Troy Baker will once again take on a leading role in Naughty Dog's upcoming game. While the project remains shrouded in mystery, Druckmann's decision to cast Baker reflects his trust in the actor's abilities and their long-standing professional relationship.

Troy Baker has committed to another leading role in Neil Druckmann’s latest project at Naughty Dog. Druckmann expressed his enthusiasm, stating, In a heartbeat, I would always work with Troy. Their partnership dates back to Baker voicing Joel in the critically acclaimed The Last of Us series and Samuel Drake in Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End and Uncharted: The Lost Legacy, games largely directed by Druckmann.

Their collaboration initially faced challenges due to differing views on character development. Baker's approach involves self-review and redoing performances if unsatisfied, which once led to Druckmann intervening, asserting, “This is my process. This is what I need,” to which Baker responded, “No, you need to trust me - it's your job to be viewed, not to view.”

Despite early tensions, their professional relationship blossomed into a close friendship, with Druckmann casting Baker in most of Naughty Dog’s projects. Druckmann acknowledged Baker's demanding nature but lauded his contribution to The Last of Us II, noting, “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.” While specifics about the new game are scarce beyond Baker's involvement, fans eagerly await more details.

Troy Baker’s Voice Acting History

Beyond his iconic roles as Joel in The Last of Us series and Sam in the Uncharted series, Troy Baker has a diverse portfolio in the voice acting world. He has voiced Higgs Monaghan, the main antagonist in the Death Stranding series, including Death Stranding 2: On the Beach. Additionally, Baker is set to voice the lead in the highly anticipated game, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle.

In animation, Baker has lent his voice to characters such as Schneizel el Britannia in Code Geass, and multiple roles in Naruto: Shippuden, including Yamato and Pain. He's also known for voicing Shockwave in Transformers: EarthSpark and has contributed to shows like Scooby Doo, Ben 10, Family Guy, and Rick and Morty, among others. His extensive work in voice acting showcases only a fraction of his prolific career.

Recognized for his talent, Baker has garnered numerous nominations at prestigious awards like the BAFTA Awards and the Golden Joystick Awards. He clinched the Best Voice Actor award at the 2013 Spike Video Game Awards for his portrayal of Joel in The Last of Us. With his accolades and extensive body of work, Baker has solidified his status as a leading voice in the gaming and animation industries.