Deeko's Uncharted: Drake's Fortune - Review

"Uncharted hasn't exactly been at the center of the hype machine and perhaps this fact alone was why I never felt like it was anything truly amazing, but having now played through it and completed it, I can honestly say that it should have been the center of attention for any number of reasons and Naughty Dog should be incredibly proud of their latest achievement."

Score: 9/10

[shmee]

UNCHARTED is graphically rivalled by only Crysis and R&C

[360sucks]

all the Disagree
cant afford a ps3
and just mad its not
on the lagbox360

[jaja1434]

So you dismiss all other opinions just outright enh? Yea thats intelligent.

[Daishi]

How could I disagree that it's your GOTY? I don't know you, and with your grammar I don't want to frankly...

[Hydrollex]

Best graphic
Best Story
Best soundtracks
Best characters

In 2007 ! PERIOD.

now 360 fans come and say NO no halo 3 halo 3.

bubble bubble bubble

[jaja1434]

I don't know any 360 owners who would claim Halo 3 is better than ME or Bioshock, but I do love that you assume as much. Makes me giggle inside.

[TheExecutive]

You dont know of any? lol

[DrPirate]

I think Bioshock had the best story of 07, man, what an ending that game had.

But I agree, Characters, Soundtrack, Graphics, and Gameplay are all the best I've seen in 07.

[Bonsai1214]

honestly, this game is great. if you haven't played it, try it out at least. i just got finished with a session with it. around 1 and a half hours. i didn't notice the time go by. unfortunately, i'll have to wait a month to finish the game.. oh well. haha. it'll just make me anticipate it more.

[Hydrollex]

Ahh that's a noob PS3 fanboy. I'm a ps3 fanboy too but did you just compare Uncharted and crysis to Ratchet and clank ? That makes you a noob sorry

[SIX]

Best game I played this year. This game is more than pretty graphics. Towards the end. The game actually forces you to play differently. To me this is the definition of next gen. You don't control the game, more like the game controls you. Brilliant!

[xplosneer]

Around chapter 19 the whole thing changes.

[Ju]

Woa! Yeah, why did nobody mention they put a piece of xxxxxx in there :) That was xxx! Great finish, IMO! (Edit. censored. To much spoiler)

[solidt12]

Im on Chapter 8. This is a great game that all PS3 owners should buy.

[Bathyj]

I swear, if one more jerk mentions Tombraider.......

Not every action adventure is a TR clone. Not ever platformer rips off Mario. Its called Genre people.

[Danja]

What I find funny though is that this game doesn't really have any thing in common with Tomb Raider other than both main characters are looking for a treasure of past decendants

This game is more like an Indiana Jones film...with a mix of Resident Evil 4

definetly the best game I've played all year..and the second best in the last two years with only the Amazing GOW being number 1...!!

[xplosneer]

Gears of War cover system.

Really who cares if it's a clone if it takes every good part of great games and takes them to a new level? Gears of War perfected cover system, Tomb Raider was great at the jumping-treasure thing, Resident Evil for it's scary atmosphere. When you put them together well and add something new(modern pirates) and have a great storyline, that makes a great game.

[Bathyj]

The cover system in Unchartered is the best yet. Better than Gears and Rainbow 6. Its funny, but I dont ever remember enjoying the shooting in any Tombraider game against people. Sure shooting big cats and gorillas were fun but people shooting back usually involve going toe to toe, jumping like and idiot in a vain attempt to dodge bullets and the one with the most health would win. Shooting in Uncharted is tactical, and forces you to be quick thinking. They are always trying to out flank or out maneuver you.

[Bonsai1214]

yeah, the first few firefights i got into, i was really surprised as how the enemies would converge on my position, shoot down my cover, and flush me out with grenades. the fight in the "sanctuary" level proves how good the AI is in the game. two floors of enemies, they try to flush with grenades and shoot you while you're moving. its great. but i also like to zigzag to enemies and brutal combo them. its hilarious. plus it fills up my desert eagle..

[Skerj]

It's the Kill.Switch cover system, but yeah the game is awesome and visceral. This is the only time aside from the games from Insomniac where I TRY to get the "achievement" points. They actually do something!! I'm only on Chapter 10 and it's been a blast so far and I've heard it only gets better.

[Danja]

I agree Skerj..other than the insomniac games I never really try to get all the achievements...im at chapter 20.. I seriously wasn't epxecting the game to take that dark turn in chapter 19....when I was lookin for the generators...I was asking myself if im still playin Uncharted...the atmosphere of the game totally changed...

Skerj dude your in for a freakin roller coaster ride..in the coming chapters...

[Skerj]

I'm seeing it now dude!! Well, I'm only at chapter 13 right now, the graphics were outstanding before but now in this new environment they're freaking MINDBLOWING. The whole game looks better than the CG cutscenes from the last gen. It's reminding me of RE4 now. ..Sony needs to advertise the hell out of this and get the word out this game is a freaking winner.

[gamesblow]

At my store we're sold out of Uncharted and won't get anymore in until Wed at the latest. That's great news, if this is the case around America and Gamestops.

Uncharted deserves to be a big seller. It's the best next-gen game to date. It's got everything and I mean everything in it. Want your survival horror? Well, it's in here too. This game is a gamers dream come true.

GO GET IT!!!

[360sucks]

i got five of my die hard 360 fanboys
2 buy a ps3 because of this game and warhawk
its like watching a movie and playing a game
at the same time
the story is great
just the right Length
cant wait for part 2

[Sevir04]

we all know that laura's last outing wasn't this hot and certainly never looked this good. like i've herad it said... tomb raider is for little boys who wanna jack off while watching her run in the booty cut shorts.

uncharted is the undisputed champion this year with console games like COD4 and Ratchet coming in close second. and uncharted is the best PS3 game of the year.. it's a shame really ratchet only had that title for a month LOL!!! o well. we know insomniac might have that title next year with R2... but man ND has crafted a masterpiece... nothing comes close on consoles. just pure masterpiece ^^ i cant wait to go home and finish it. it rocks

[The Karate Kid]

This is another Kick Ass review for Uncharted.

This is clearly the most techinicaly advanced game ever made. The closest to a hollywood movie experience ever. This game is high quality high fidelity top notch ***Kick Ass*** If you own a 360 and have been curious about the power of *RSX* *CELL* *Blu-Ray Storage Capacity* this game is your answer. Once you play it you will know an experience like this can only be done on the playstation 3.

-Expect the sequal in 2009-

[xplosneer]

I want the sequel NOW!

[The Karate Kid]

Phil Harrison Needs Bubbles.....Please

[Korosuke]

haha, you're american, right ?

[PS3 Limps on and on]

Just about perfect, it's a complete adventure with all the action, twistes and the lenght is just right.

Sadly it's hype that sells games and I don't know if this game was hyped enough to get the credit it deserves. But this isn't anything new, only a few games are lucky enough to make it really big.

I suspect games like Guitar Hero III, Assassins Creed, Call of Duty 4, and Rock Band will probably get the most sales right now.

[Danja]

im personlly glad that Naughty Dog and Sony didn't Hype this game .probably the media/reviewers would have been even more Harsh on the game as was the case with LAIR..and Heavenly Sword

I've been seeing alot of PS3 ads..and Uncharted game ads alot.so Sony is doing there part and a pretty good job at that...

These are the kind of games that wil sell consistent based on good word mouth ala "RFOM and Motorstorm"...and Uncharted is selling quite well so far from what Simexchange says..but we'll see...

[Ju]

^^^ Sorry, I do not agree. Look at Assassins. This game sells because of its marketing. You get "Assassins" T-shirts, posters, and what not at every GameStop. No, IMO, Sony screwed that up pretty badly. This is a supposed to be system seller. The best game in 2007 (I give a sh!t about review scores - it plays in its own league). And the effort in marketing is really low for that purpose. Uuuunnnnnchaaarrted! Go get it. And really PLAY BEYOND!

[doomsonyman]

a perfect game for a perfect system

[rootEXT]

i agree, the graphics are mind blowing best console graphics that's saying alot from someone who owns mass effect

[Daishi]

I'm on my second play through of Mass Effect and I have to say the graphics aren't at all jaw dropping. Having played Crysis running at max it's not even a comparison. Given it does have the best conversation system ever created. Honestly I doubt anyone who can truely run Crysis will say any game is comparable.

[DJ]

The game is damn near perfect, and it's definitely no slouch in terms of difficulty level and combat variety. It's amazing how much the tone of the environments and enemies changed as the story progressed, and it's an awesome story.

Definitely a Game of the Year contender.

[Rythrine]

Don't even remind me of those "things" in the generator room stage. It still gives me the creeps.

[Ju]

That took me by a total surprise. I did not expect that. I did expect something (well, people talked about a twist). But that - no way.

[rootEXT]

sorry forgot gears of war ha! i'm no fanboy i'm just want to clarify that whoever brings this down as a graphical powerhouse(xbots) ps3 owners you have something to be proud of

[rootEXT]

I hope so DJ this is awesome game, it deserves some awards but its going to be tough with all the other big titles came out

[Elginer]

own on the PS3, awesome review as well. Nice to see someone give the game the love it deserves. I hope more PS3 owners pick this up.

[rootEXT]

if you like this game you are going to like gears try to play it if you dnt have a xbox try it on pc i heard its better

okay, c ya folks going to get some shut eye

[jaja1434]

Wish I could play it. :(

[gravv]

can wait for next week, im planning to get this game with ass creed.. or should i replace ass creed with another game? advise needed.. since the only thing that bothers me about ass creed is the bug, i don't care about the repetitive gameplay..

[Rythrine]

Just what Tru2u said below, I would get COD4 over AC if you haven't purchased it yet.

[Ju]

Depends. If you like an Arcade shooter, go with CoD4 (and that is all you get), if you like adventure/puzzle and a strong story go with something else (Assassins).

[Danja]

Hey I would say go with COD4..it has online play so alot of replay value.

Assasins Creed has a good story but damn the ending is a PIECE OF SH!T
I was so dissapointed and confused by it...and it has little replay value other than if you want to go back and collect all the flags...

[Figboy]

should go as a poster boy example of the negative impact of hype.

Lair
Assassin's Creed
Heavenly Sword

were all hyped to ridiculous proportions, and while the games are not perfect (Lair's controls, Assassin's Creed glitches, and Heavenly Sword's length), they are entertaining experiences for the most part. *HOWEVER, because of the unnecessary hype surrounding these titles, they were blasted to smithereens by the press, resulting in, an overall, negative perception of the games, which will probably, in the long run, hurt the games sales.

what i don't understand, is since when has a score like an 8 been *BAD? growing up, an 8 score was still in the "Must Buy" category. now it's looked at like it's a 1/10.

back to my point, Uncharted wasn't really hyped like Assassin's Creed, Heavenly Sword, Lair, and even the Halo's, Bioshock's, Mass Effect's, and Gears of Wars. but note, that *BECAUSE of that lack of hype, Uncharted is being looked at as the masterpiece that it is, not the failed potential that hype generates.

all hype does is build up false expectations. it's cool to be excited about a game, but you don't have to praise it to the point where an otherwise quality game (ie, Heavenly Sword), is suddenly *LOSING points because of what it *COULD have been, and not what it *IS.

Uncharted is one of the best video games i've ever played, if not *THE best video game i've ever played. the story, characters, pacing, and gameplay is expertly designed, and PS3 owners *OWE it to themselves to pick up this game ASAP. it is the title that they have been waiting for, in that it shows,no, *DELIVERS on the promise of the PS3: excellent visuals, compelling narratives, faraway places, and true next gen gameplay. 360 owners have had quite a bit to crow about the past two years. now, it's PS3 owner's turn. between games like Warhawk, Heavenly Sword, Ratchet and Clank, and Uncharted, and upcoming titles like Unreal Tournament 3, there's no reason to question why you own a Playstation 3.

[Rythrine]

Personally, this is my favorite game for this year. Why? Because its the only game that made me bother with the unlockables. The game is just too great that you enjoy playing through it again and again. I'm playing "Crushing" mode right now trying to gather all the treasures and medals. It's just that fun. I never really got into the hype train or listen to reviewers. All honesty, I wasn't really looking forward for this game until I played the demo. From that moment on I knew I'll be buying this game no matter what scores it got.

[Tru2U]

This game has it all. Excellent graphics, tight controls, great story line, and it's truly fun to play. I often found myself looking around with the camera at the backdrops going holy crap!

Funny story: My wife and I rented a few movies this weekend and after when finished a movie I started playing Uncharted. She said that she enjoyed the story line of Uncharted better than most movies she's seen this year. She actually asked that I let her know when I'm going to play Uncharted so she can "continue the movie" because she wants to know how it ends. This is the first game in a long time that you actually give a crap what happens to the characters.

I own a 360 and PS/3 had have to say this is the most fun I've had playing a "next-gen" game to date. My favorite game this year prior to Uncharted was BioShock but now I would have to say my vote for GOTY would definitely go to Uncharted

[Rythrine]

Same here man. Sometimes I just stand by the waterfall and just look at the water effects. Its just amazing what ND accomplished with this game. Here's my funny story. My gf stopped by as I was playing this game and she asked what movie was I watching. I told her its not a movie.

[Figboy]

my fiance *LOVES Uncharted. she thinks the story is awesome, she has no complaints about the characters (and believe me, she's *ALWAYS complaining about characters in movies and stories; she's a writer), and watches me play non-stop.

she also loves Ratchet and Clank and Assassin's Creed, but i think Uncharted is her favorite out of the bunch. on the gaming side, she only plays Oblivion, because she likes the open-ended games where you can create characters.

Uncharted absolutely *NAILS it's cinematic presentation, and you never feel like you're just *WATCHING the game, like certain *OTHER highly praised games i've played recently *cough*Mass Effect*cough*.

[Tru2U]

I recommend UC over AC any day. I would also recommend COD4 over AC if you don't already have it. I rented AC over the week and it locked up twice in 10 hours of game play. UN and COD4 are two excellent games with -0- game play issues.

[Mr Tretton]

great game. Best graphics on a console right now. Good gunfights. Good story. Attention to detail through and through. Quality game.

[felman87]

one of the best games of 07

[gravv]

i already got COD 4 :D im getting both this and ass creed, and probably spend most of my time with uncharted... but anyway thank you guys for the advise, november is a great month for gamers with all great games came out... uncharted, SMG, COD 4, mass effect, couldnt get any better xD

[achira]

everyone who didnt play the game, misses one of the best games ever! this game reminds me very strong of Resisdent evil 4 another masterpiece on playstaion.

[Elginer]

on Gamecube right?

[SIX]

This game does play alot like RE4 especially at the end. I also got RE4 for my PS2. Good call on the RE4 comparison.

[Ju]

Not having played RE, but it reminded me a lot of Resistance. Just me ?

[Danja]

Nah man it reminds me more of Resident Evil 4...the things the appears in the latter part of the game reminds me of the people in the villages in RE4..

In resistance Aliens are basically infecting Mankind totally different

[arika]

i just finished it about an hour ago and i clocked in just around 11 hours. once you start you will get hooked and addicted to it. all i can say is "hands down this is the best game i have played this year".
this game is an example of a perfect blend of story, gameplay and awesome graphics.
this is definitely ps3 goty and probably a very good candidate for overall goty!
i can' wait for the sequel! hurry up naughty dogs go back to work... and thank you guys once again... splendid job!

[jaaz]

From the opening movie-quality, underwater shots to the terrific climax, this game grabs hold of you and doesn't let up. The graphics and AI are the best I've ever seen on a console. This is the first game, in my opinion, that truly shows off the power of the PS3... and in the PS3's first year!

The plot is a classic Indiana Jones style romp that is better than 90% of the plots in movies I've seen this year (I'm looking at you Spiderman 3).

Over the past few weeks I've played and beat R&C, Bioshock, CoD4, Ass Creed and Uncharted. This game is the one I remember the most and when it ended, I was depressed! I wanted part 2 now dammit. So, I started playing AGAIN as soon as I beat it, something I've never done before in all my years of gaming. GOTY hands down.

Some who are reading these comments may think people are exaggerating, that the game can't possibly be that good. Well, IT IS. And if you bypass this game this year, you will be making a huge mistake.

If you don't have the game, get it. If you don't have a PS3, go buy one and this game. It IS that good.

[Ju]

Nah, you are not the only one. Even if that thread would be full of fanboys, the comments in this thread speak for themselves, IMO.

[ROCCOZILLA]

this game or should i say movie you play is unbeliveable!i thought R&C was awsum but this is game of the year.my wife and son were sitting down watching me play and my wife was saying it was like watching a movie.PS3 has really steped up there game.PLAY B3YOND!

[jorellpogi]

"The backgrounds alone are worth the price of admission, with some of the most alluring jungle areas I've ever seen in a game (coupled with some of the best water effects I've had the chance to witness). The details are simply astounding, offering up a nearly photorealistic presentation that is simply astounding. Seriously, from a visual point of view, this isn't just eye candy - it's a veritable feast that will have you begging for seconds and thirds. The character models and animation are also brilliantly designed and executed, offering up a digital cast that look and move in ways that are certain to amaze."

This game is a masterpiece. Kudos to Naughty Dog for a job well done!

[Fototherapist]

I couldn't agree more with the review. The game is an amalgamation of everything great in an Indiana Jones movie. It's got everything you could want.

[sheng long]

all i gotta say is i'm glad i'm not alone. UC is my GOTY, it would be nice if it were recognized by everyone as such.
If one game is to define next generation gaming, this is it! 360 had some great games this year. but UC is in a different league altogether.
I remember after defeating the last bad guy, i wanted Drake to make a move, i wanted him to get a little som'n som'n. hahaha, but sully had to ruin things.

[sonyfanonly]

best game of 07

[xplosneer]

Sony needs to PUMP marketing EVERYTHING into this game. It's just too awesome. Unfortunately it probably won't sell as much as Halo 3 or Galaxy, and won't be GOTY like it should. And yes, I've played all three for over 8 hours. Uncharted wins.

[Rybnik]

I beat it early this morning...Couldn't stop playing, just as everyone else is saying, this game deserves WAY more hype than it was given. It is the first console game I think that:
Outclasses GeOW and Bioshock graphics

Stands up to the concept of "playing a movie"

First game ever to be worthy of multiple playthroughs just to relive the story and presentation (like watching that favorite film again)

In short an amazing accomplishment. I cannot wait to play the sequel.
Finally, this really is Indiana Jones as a game, complete with spooky shocking moments. Like others said, This is not the same game all the way through, and that is what makes it so special.

[qnzy]

if u have ps3, go buy it, there is 1 to 999999999 probability that u will regret

[BigPappaPump]

I don't know if I'm the first to say this, but this is our own Gears of War.

[DaEnforcer]

Yep, a truly great game. Go on gamers and get this pearl, you won#t regret it.

[UJUSTLOSTONE]

I wanted to say that when the scores for this game first dropped,
but didn't feel like having to put my inflammable suit on.

Now so many have played it for themselves, and found out how much of a crackish rollercoaster fun experience this game is. My wife and son loved it too ! My son was screaming at the plot twist part, which added to my nervousness level at that part of the game. My wife was gasping and pointing (trying to help but making it worse) lol

Truly addicting great gaming Experience = Uncharted

pick it up

PEACE

[Crazyglues]

If you own a PS3 and you don't have Uncharted, then I don't know why you even brought a PS3.

Hands down the best game yet to come out for the system. - Loved it

P L A Y B 3 Y O N D

[Skynetone]

but after playing the demo i was very impressed

ill be picking this up at some stage

[macalatus]

To everyone who is on the proverbial "fence sitting" about this game after what Gamespot said, I say listen to your fellow gamers. They took their time to finish, enjoy, and absorb the story of the game...unlike some reviewers who had to review this game the last minute after last night's heavy drinking.

As for me, I have to wait 'till my college semester is done...I'm already distracted by COD4 from finishing my school work. :-)