Kinda Funny Games Daily: Video Games News Podcast Last of Us Over After Next Season?! - Kinda Funny Games Daily 02.02.26
Feb 2, 2026
HBO hints The Last of Us might end after season three, sparking debate about casting and storytelling. A Kickstarter-backed MMO collapses amid studio turmoil and staff departures. Highguard responds to player backlash by adding a 5v5 mode. Video game music earns a Grammy and industry scandals ripple through online communities.
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Caught By A Climbing Game
- Blessing describes playing Cairn and feeling intense tension from precise climbing mechanics.
- He compares it to Death Stranding for walking sims but emphasizes delicate climbing and adrenaline-filled near-falls.
Popularity Can't Fix Narrative Problems
- The show's diminishing viewership and controversial season two make stretching the series risky.
- Producers may prefer a tighter three-season arc rather than forcing extra seasons for revenue.
Kickstarter MMO Implodes After Launch
- Ashes of Creation raised $3.2M on Kickstarter but entered chaos after early access.
- Director Stephen Sharif resigned, citing board decisions he couldn't ethically support and staff departures followed.