Naughty Dog

Naughty Dog is a video game development studio founded in 1984 by Andy Gavin and Jason Rubin. Originally named "JAM Software," the company changed its name in 1989 and is now a subsidiary of Sony Interactive Entertainment, based in Santa Monica, California. The studio began by creating games for Apple II platforms and has since established itself as a leading developer in the gaming industry. Naughty Dog is known for several highly successful franchises on PlayStation, including the iconic *Crash Bandicoot* series, the *Jak and Daxter* series, the *Uncharted* series, and *The Last of Us* series. The *Uncharted* franchise, in particular, has received numerous accolades, with *Uncharted 4: A Thief's End* winning multiple Game of the Year awards. The studio has garnered hundreds of industry awards and has built a dedicated global fan base, solidifying its reputation as a prominent player in video game development.