“The Last of Us Day” 2026 is fast approaching: Naughty Dog has released a free animated PS5 theme background and simultaneously teased further announcements for the main event on September 28.
What is “The Last of Us Day”?
For several years, Naughty Dog has celebrated its franchise centered around Joel, Ellie, and Abby every September with “The Last of Us Day.” Traditionally, this day features community activities, merchandise, and sometimes even major announcements regarding games or the HBO series. In 2026, the main event will take place on September 28, and Naughty Dog has already released a new animated background for the PS5 interface, featuring motifs of Ellie, Joel, and Abby. You can find it in the PS5 menu under “Change Background” in the “Games” tab.
What Has Naughty Dog Confirmed So Far?
Via its official account, the studio teased that “various updates” are expected on September 28, including partnership announcements, collaborations, and “digital surprises.” What exactly this entails is not yet known. So far, only the animated PS5 background itself and the date of the main event have been confirmed. You can find further details on the official PlayStation and Naughty Dog websites as soon as the studio reveals more.
What Could Naughty Dog Announce on September 28?
Context/Speculation: Previous “The Last of Us Days” have sometimes brought significant news, such as details on remakes, new trailers for the HBO series, or announcements regarding additional content. There isn’t always a predictable pattern that fans can rely on, and some years have been quieter. Currently, various wishes and speculations are circulating within the community, such as an announcement for Season 3 of the series, a possible comeback of multiplayer plans after the cancellation of “Factions,” or early signs of a third installment in the series. However, these are purely fan speculations, not confirmed facts, and should be treated as such.
Source: IGN
What do you think: Will Naughty Dog deliver a big surprise on September 28, or will it stick to smaller collaborations? Share your predictions in the comments!
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