I can remember a time when I was laid up for 2 months following surgery nearly 2 years ago. I was down in the dumps and my wife asked me what would make me feel better. "A PS3," I said. We've had a Wii for quite sometime, but waiting for 3rd party developers (and still waiting) to make something truly exceptional for an adult audience was making wish I had something to do while all I could do was stay at home.
So, nearly 2 years ago, we got one. One of the first games that I ever played on it was Uncharted...and what a marvelous journey that was. Here was an action game that was a cleverly disguised movie. My wife actually enjoyed watching me play just so she could see how the CHARACTERS and STORY developed. We became engrossed with Nathan Drake's adventure looking for the Man of Gold ("El Dorado"). The story took historical anectdotes, twisted them, and turned them into a great story. We were introduced to our hero, Nathan Drake, as well as his crotchety partner, Sully, and an intrepid documentary film-maker Elena Fisher.
I grabbed Uncharted 2 almost immediately after finishing the first one. I was a little apprehensive at first since sequels tend to be quick cash grabs which may not be as intricate or were completed with obvious corners cut. Not in this case. Uncharted 2 introduced us to more characters, another potential love interest in the form of Chloe, and another fantastic tale that ultimately takes our heroes to a mysterious temple in Nepal. The flashback form of the story was interesting and, although the plot twist was easy to spot, the twist was still sent up in a tradition that rivals most Hollywood releases today.
I owe a lot to Naughty Dog for Uncharted and Uncharted 2 taking me out of a deep funk and marveling at what video games could achieve if developers took the time and effort to craft something extraordinary.
Last December, I learned that Uncharted 3 was available for pre-order on Amazon. And pre-order I did. I received it last night and although I lag far behind others in reviewing it (60 already - amazing), I wanted to give it a fair shot. I completed quite a bit of the game so far (it has been a late, late night!!) and I must say that IGN's review of 10/10 is dead on the mark. The melee system of Uncharted 3 just makes a lot more sense, it's simpler, and adds a new dynamic to action sequences that Uncharted 1/2 did not have before. Additionally, it's great to see "old friends" again. Drake is in his usual confident, acrobatic swagger. Sully is back as well along with Chloe and (later) Elena.
*minor spoilers* Chapter 1 starts off with a bar-room brawl, introducing you to some of the new melee aspects. Chapter 2 actually flashes back 20 years to when Drake and Sully first meet; it's almost done as an Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade introduction, but it feels a little more believable (remember - it's an action/adventure). It also introduces you to other control techniques as well as introducing you to Nathan Drake's journal, where he keeps his clues. Chapter 3...I won't spoil it, but it does introduce some additional stealth melee attacks that extend Nathan Drake's range in terms of handling different encounters. The story centers around another Sir Francis Drake fable with a rather interesting integration of T. E. Lawrence (a.k.a. "Lawrence of Arabia"). History buffs will actually enjoy this twisting of historical figures into yet another exciting adventure; it's cleverly done and, once again, Naughty Dog has done their homework (even referring to Lawrence's motorcycle "accident" in 1935?? Alluding to the fact that maybe it WASN'T an accident? Brilliant!! *end minor spoilers*
Uncharted 3 reminds me once again why I'm glad that I got a PS3. Uncharted 3 has characters that you can buy into, a story that keeps you rooted to the couch, and dialog that is so incredibly well-acted that it really does feel like you're watching a movie. If the graphics in Uncharted 1/2 weren't convincing enough, Naughty Dog has upped the ante again, showcasing the PS3's ability for rendering beautiful environments, including adding detailed touches of sand clinging to and shaking off a character's head. All the characters were motion-captured AND the voice actors are the same ones who are being captured, so the acting feels genuine because they are all tied together. These are characters that are compelling enough to care about...and just as you think, "that's enough for tonight...I'll finish Chapter 5 and go to bed..."...well, another cutscene floats in and you're still tubing down that river of adventure, craving to find out more.
Congratulations, Naughty Dog...Uncharted 3 makes me hope that a chance for a 4 is well and truly alive.
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Product information
| Number of Players | 1-12 Players |
|---|---|
| Publication Date | November 1, 2011 |
| Computer Platform | PlayStation 3 |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00711719823322 |
| UPC | 711719823322 |
| Compatible Video Game Console Models | Sony PlayStation 3, Sony PlayStation 3 Slim, Sony PlayStation 3 Super Slim |
| ASIN | B004EQCCI4 |
| Release date | November 1, 2011 |
| Customer Reviews |
4.7 out of 5 stars |
| Best Sellers Rank |
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| Product Dimensions | 6.7 x 5.3 x 0.6 inches; 0.32 ounces |
| Type of item | Video Game |
| Language | English |
| Rated | Teen |
| Item model number | 98233 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 0.32 ounces |
| Manufacturer | Sony Computer Entertainment |
| Date First Available | December 8, 2010 |
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Completamente recomendado, para los latinos que ven este comentario y han jugado UNCHARTED 2, viene en español latinoamericano y tanto la voz como los subtitulos, me arriesgue al comprarlo en USA, me encuentro en Colombia y se adapta al idioma de la consola, los movimientos tienen mas realismo que en los títulos pasados y los escenarios siguen siendo sorprendentes
