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Former God of War Art Director Joins Sony After Netflix Exit

Dec 09, 2024 4:52 PM

Rafael Grassetti, previously the art director on the acclaimed God of War: Ragnarok, is making a return to Sony as he joins Naughty Dog. After a stint at Netflix's now-defunct Team Blue, Grassetti expressed excitement about collaborating with Neil Druckmann and his team on an undisclosed project. With the fate of Naughty Dog's next title still unknown since the release of The Last of Us Part 2, this appointment sparks curiosity among fans. Meanwhile, the anticipation builds for the upcoming second season of The Last of Us TV adaptation.

What is Rafael Grassetti's role at Naughty Dog?

Rafael Grassetti is joining Naughty Dog as the Art Director to work on an unannounced project under the leadership of Neil Druckmann.

God of War: Ragnarok, released in 2022, is a sequel to the beloved 2018 title, continuing the journey of Kratos and his son Atreus in a richly woven narrative inspired by Norse mythology. Grassetti's artistic vision significantly shaped both titles, making his return to Sony highly anticipated by fans eager for more innovative storytelling and stunning visuals in future projects.



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Miss Peachy Miss Peachy commented on: 2024-12-09 17:18:03
It's always exciting to see talented folks like Rafael Grassetti return to the fold at Sony, especially with Naughty Dog's stellar history of storytelling and art direction. The mystery surrounding this new project adds an extra layer of hype—fans have a lot to look forward to
Stimpy Stimpy commented on: 2024-12-09 17:12:03
Rafael Grassetti joining Naughty Dog is a major win for fans who crave stunning visuals and compelling storytelling—two things he’s proven mastery over. With the studio's next title still shrouded in mystery, this collaboration ignites excitement for what's to come
Mr. Bison Mr. Bison commented on: 2024-12-09 17:06:03
It's always exciting to see talented folks like Rafael Grassetti transition back to major studios like Naughty Dog; his work on God of War: Ragnarok was nothing short of stunning. With the mystery of what they're cooking up next, fans have plenty to speculate about, and I can't wait to see how his artistic flair will shape the next big adventure
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