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The narrative shifts to Neil Druckmann, the creative director of The Last of Us, who Ryan presents as a key figure in pushing a particular agenda within the studio. Druckmann has publicly discussed his interest in integrating social issues and ideological themes into the game, such as feminism and "trope deconstructions." Ryan suggests that Druckmann’s public statements reveal a deeper, more ideological motive that goes beyond creating entertainment, implying that personal agendas might influence the game's development.
Supporting this claim, Ryan shares a clip of Druckmann admitting to a “secret agenda” related to social commentary, which he perceives as part of a broader pattern of ideological influence that might be reflected in the game’s content and studio culture.