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Endow said:
Gordon Hunt did Soul Reaver's voice direction and he directed all the mo-caps in Uncharted as well as the voice-work. Richard Lemarchand who was the senior designer at Crystal Dynamics for Soul Reaver is also at Naughty Dog as the Lead Designer for Uncharted. Pedigree-aside, Uncharted IS a master-piece, LOK was not quite Uncharted caliber, Soul Reaver was close but Uncharted is infinitely more playable in that it's easy to pick up and enjoy over and over again, accessibility is key here, it's like Raiders of the Lost Ark, a movie that is fun to watch for the first time, the second time, the third time and so on.
Kittonwy said:Gordon Hunt did Soul Reaver's voice direction and he directed all the mo-caps in Uncharted as well as the voice-work. Richard Lemarchand who was the senior designer at Crystal Dynamics for Soul Reaver is also at Naughty Dog as the Lead Designer for Uncharted. Pedigree-aside, Uncharted IS a master-piece, LOK was not quite Uncharted caliber, Soul Reaver was close but Uncharted is infinitely more playable in that it's easy to pick up and enjoy over and over again, accessibility is key here, it's like Raiders of the Lost Ark, a movie that is fun to watch for the first time, the second time, the third time and so on.
I'm the kind of LoK fan that doesn't care "too" much about the gameplay and I still can enjoy the game. I play it mainly for the story. I'm sure Uncharted gameplay in itself is more enticing than LoK's most of the time but I'm talking about the story alone.Oh and the characters of course.
As far as considering LoK a masterpiece I think people are a little bit biased when judging games. Ico can be considered a masterpiece with it's minimal gameplay but Soul Reaver 2 can't.
Just finished this game yesterday evening on normal.. wow.. awesome ride!
Can't get that title tune out of my head!
Took me about 4 or 5 evenings (around 2 hours each) and 1 complete afternoon (I know.. blame the environments).
Got 33 treasures out of 60.
Later all, I'm starting again on hard.. *jumps over couch*.. so much fun! :lol
Can't get that title tune out of my head!
Took me about 4 or 5 evenings (around 2 hours each) and 1 complete afternoon (I know.. blame the environments).
Got 33 treasures out of 60.
Later all, I'm starting again on hard.. *jumps over couch*.. so much fun! :lol
andycapps said:
I suspect the sequel to MotorStorm will fix most of the key flaws of the original, the loading times and lack of features. Plus, the sequel could easily take advantage of Blu-ray's huge capacity by including everything (or at least most things) from the original without needing to worry about what will fit onto the disc. They could easily double the tracks because they could probably fit two MotorStorm sized games onto a single disc. Can't wait!
deepbrown said:
It's a very different type of story, though. If they changed the tone of Uncharted to something similar to LoK instead of something more lighthearted, it would not fit very well with the pulp adventurers and Indiana Jones films that inspired Uncharted. The narratives of each fit the themes of the games perfectly.
Lord Error
Insane For Sony
I spoilered it because there's still people asking what the game's story is like. Now, I have to say I really, really don't get some of you complaining about this.Mrbob said:
Would you preferred there was nothing? Like if in alternate version of Raiders, if they would open the ark, and the movie would end with the scene of Nazi guys seeing there's nothing in it? They all pack up, go home, and that's it, ark was nothing more than a religious symbol?
I finished the game for the first time yesterday, I started on Hard and with the Hints turned off. Fantastic game, I don't know how much time it took me to beat it but I can't wait to play it again, I only found around 35 treasures and still have a lot of medals to unlock.
Question, to start the game in Crushing mode do I just need to start a new game ? After I finished the game yesterday, I went into the Options menu, but I couldn't find the Crushing mode under the game difficulty.
Question, to start the game in Crushing mode do I just need to start a new game ? After I finished the game yesterday, I went into the Options menu, but I couldn't find the Crushing mode under the game difficulty.
http://darkzero.co.uk/v4/games/review/1005/uncharted-drakes-fortune/ps3
9.5/10
Lets talk about great games instead of Hollywood movie studios. pwease?
9.5/10
Lets talk about great games instead of Hollywood movie studios. pwease?
bumpkin
Member
I'm at chapter 6 on my second time through, and you know what I just realized? There were options under "bonuses" for things like weapons, costume changes, mirrored worlds, etc. I know ammo really is relatively abundant -- at least on Easy and Normal -- but I really wish I had the reward points to unlock unlimited ammo. I'm not at all looking forward to later in the game when the
crazed Spaniard creatures make their appearance; especially not the stand-off in the rooms surrounding the generator.
GrayFoxPL
Member
I finally got the game after over 30 days of waiting for it to come from the US :lol.
Started the game on Hard as I heard normal is too easy. Hell, I cursed so many times during shootouts as you get instant deaths way too often and really regret that I didn't start on normal. Still didn't want to change it mid game. That would be dishonour :lol.
Finished the game in 2 sessions. What an excellent game! From now on many other tpp games will feel archaic. Control and movement is smooth and responsive. And there was a lot more jumping and platforming then I expected - I like, I like!. Some breathtaking jumps - great stuff. Some locations with it's textures, lighting and shadow play are gobsmacking. Make stop and stare.
Did someone say that the game reminds him of ICO? I swear I read that somewhere. I must agree that there's a part of the game where you jump on the ruins in fool daylight surounded by sea and that gives really, really strong ICO 'relaxing' vibes.
But more then anything it's gamefied next generation Indiana Jones. After finishing Uncharted I got great urge to watchh Indy movies again. Seriously it's one of really few games where the gerne discription: Action Adventure is no lie.
Music holds up to the graphics, maybe even tops it as it's flawless. Rich, "moody" and cinematic.
Shitload of unlockables too. The making of cutscene videos are priceless.
Started to play on Crushed now. You can't use weapon select rewards in it. Very smart ND
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What I didn't like:
Quite bit of tearing. Thankfully never seems to occur during shootouts, rather when entering new locations.
Model glitching when you get shot dead during fist fight. Enemy freezes in the air and Drakes ragdoll is ridicilous.
AK is really freaking weak!
Perspective glitch when aiming revolver sometimes. It looks like you shooting of 45 degree angle.
Elenas boobs are size too small. Not a boob nazi, but she deserved to get a notch higher on ND's "boobmeter".
Still, what a hell of a ride!
Naughty Dog delivered.
Maybe before Uncharted 2, ND could gives as something like smaller 'sidestory' episodes for download on PSN.
I just want more of Uncharted.
Sorry for my english. Excitment does it.
Started the game on Hard as I heard normal is too easy. Hell, I cursed so many times during shootouts as you get instant deaths way too often and really regret that I didn't start on normal. Still didn't want to change it mid game. That would be dishonour :lol.
Finished the game in 2 sessions. What an excellent game! From now on many other tpp games will feel archaic. Control and movement is smooth and responsive. And there was a lot more jumping and platforming then I expected - I like, I like!. Some breathtaking jumps - great stuff. Some locations with it's textures, lighting and shadow play are gobsmacking. Make stop and stare.
Did someone say that the game reminds him of ICO? I swear I read that somewhere. I must agree that there's a part of the game where you jump on the ruins in fool daylight surounded by sea and that gives really, really strong ICO 'relaxing' vibes.
But more then anything it's gamefied next generation Indiana Jones. After finishing Uncharted I got great urge to watchh Indy movies again. Seriously it's one of really few games where the gerne discription: Action Adventure is no lie.
Music holds up to the graphics, maybe even tops it as it's flawless. Rich, "moody" and cinematic.
Shitload of unlockables too. The making of cutscene videos are priceless.
Started to play on Crushed now. You can't use weapon select rewards in it. Very smart ND
.What I didn't like:
Quite bit of tearing. Thankfully never seems to occur during shootouts, rather when entering new locations.
Model glitching when you get shot dead during fist fight. Enemy freezes in the air and Drakes ragdoll is ridicilous.
AK is really freaking weak!
Perspective glitch when aiming revolver sometimes. It looks like you shooting of 45 degree angle.
Elenas boobs are size too small. Not a boob nazi, but she deserved to get a notch higher on ND's "boobmeter".
Still, what a hell of a ride!
Naughty Dog delivered.
Maybe before Uncharted 2, ND could gives as something like smaller 'sidestory' episodes for download on PSN.
I just want more of Uncharted
.Sorry for my english. Excitment does it.
Gamepro changed their score from 4 to 4.25/5
http://www.gamepro.com/sony/ps3/games/reviews/147948.shtml
http://www.gamepro.com/sony/ps3/games/reviews/147948.shtml
Erdrick
Member
Raist said:
I started it a few days ago as well, after unlocking everything in Uncharted and man... there really is no comparison in terms of keeping one interested. AC is so... mundane after Uncharted.
I wonder if ND will put up any DLC for Uncharted on PSN sometime? I'd rather they work on a new sequel to it, really, but more UC in any form is good.
Hell, PSP game anyone? I'd go for that in a heartbeat.
Ynos Yrros
Banned
They're trying to fight with the fact that their reviews have no credibility or integrity whatsoever.deepbrown said:
Lemming_JRS
Member
deepbrown said:
Strange that there's no mention of the jetski levels, the twist, the jeep section, or much of anything beyond the plane crash... wonder if they actually played past the demo section?
Figure I'll drop a note in here to say that this is the first PS3 game in my possession (just got my PS3 the other day and spent quite a while updating that, the PSP, F@H, and grabbing the old GTHD demo for shits and giggles.
I also powered up Uncharted really quick just to see what it looked like. I don't have a 1080p display yet (only 480p/720p/1080i), but I really like what I'm seeing (and hearing) so far. It seemed so generic when first announced, but just from the first few lines, there's something different here.
I'll be back throughout the week with more thoughts. Just coming off of SMG, I'm looking forward to this!
I also powered up Uncharted really quick just to see what it looked like. I don't have a 1080p display yet (only 480p/720p/1080i), but I really like what I'm seeing (and hearing) so far. It seemed so generic when first announced, but just from the first few lines, there's something different here.
I'll be back throughout the week with more thoughts. Just coming off of SMG, I'm looking forward to this!
AgentOtaku
Member
...i think the "Raiders of the lost Ark" comparision is actually one of the best i've heard in regards to Uncharted....on many levels
LiquidMetal14
hide your water-based mammals
I keep telling people that when I talk about this game.AgentOtaku said:
DevelopmentArrested
Banned
Just put 4 hours into the game today.
Got to Chapter 11.
6 hours in total now.
50% done.
3rd best game of 2007 behind CoD4 and SMG.
Yes, better than Bioshock and Orange Box.
So so so good.
Got to Chapter 11.
6 hours in total now.
50% done.
3rd best game of 2007 behind CoD4 and SMG.
Yes, better than Bioshock and Orange Box.
So so so good.
I just got AC after beating Uncharted, and the tearing and other issues kill me. They're different types of games surely, but the technical issues in Assassin's Creed are too hindering after playing this gem. The thing is, I love half life 2, but I'm waiting for Valve to either release a patch or something before I get Orange Box (don't care for multiplayer) so I don't have it ruined for me the way every other game has been after playing Uncharted.
Everyone with a PS3 should avoid getting this game because it'll ruin your entire library for you :lol Seriously though, all developers making games for the PS3 who aren't Naughty Dog should be ashamed of themselves after playing Uncharted.
Everyone with a PS3 should avoid getting this game because it'll ruin your entire library for you :lol Seriously though, all developers making games for the PS3 who aren't Naughty Dog should be ashamed of themselves after playing Uncharted.
I'm losing steam here, and I could use a bit of a pep talk. I'm mid-way through chapter 14 and I'm starting to tire of the encounters. Each one feels like the same thing and I'm not a big fan of the cover system.
Will they back off the gunfights just a tad any time soon? I don't mind them once in a while, but it's getting to the point where around every corner is another open room full of guys.
The platforming is a lot of fun, I really would like some more of that. More puzzles would be nice too...
I figure that based on time played I'm roughly about 50%-60% through, is that a fair assessment?
Will they back off the gunfights just a tad any time soon? I don't mind them once in a while, but it's getting to the point where around every corner is another open room full of guys.
The platforming is a lot of fun, I really would like some more of that. More puzzles would be nice too...
I figure that based on time played I'm roughly about 50%-60% through, is that a fair assessment?
Lemming_JRS
Member
Jeff-DSA said:
Keep going. You're close to a huge puzzle-ish exploratory bit. And... [snip]
MattPeters
Member
Amazing game, im nearing end right now and I dont want it to end!
I do need some help though, or some advice...whatever.
Im on Chapter 20 right now (Showdown) and I keep getting my ass kicked over and over. Is there a trick im not getting, or do I just suck anus?
I do need some help though, or some advice...whatever.
Im on Chapter 20 right now (Showdown) and I keep getting my ass kicked over and over. Is there a trick im not getting, or do I just suck anus?
Jeff-DSA said:
Too many puzzles would have slowed the game down and wouldn't have been consistent with the pace of the Indiana Jones films and pulp adventures that inspired it. When has Indiana Jones ever spent more than a couple of minutes solving a puzzle? He miraculously is able to solve any puzzle within 2 or 3 minutes regardless of how difficult or impossible they are. :lol It just wouldn't fit the theme of the story or source material to make the game any way but the way ND did it. I do like puzzles, too, but I understand why they kept the action and pace up the way they did. ND did the right thing and has made the premiere example of a film-like game. Hopefully we'll get our puzzler fixes in sequels to masterpieces like ICO or Portal.
Kittonwy said:
There's already quite a bit of cool unlockable stuff on the disc. I'm glad ND just gave us stuff like mirror mode and skins without charging for it. Anything like new levels or something of that nature would take up too much storage space. I agree with you guys that I'd rather give them more time to make the sequel.
Pristine_Condition
Member
Jeff-DSA said:
I don't think this is a spoiler, but I'll just tell you, near the end of the game there's a whole level that's basically a big puzzle, with some surprising yet classically familiar platforming/obstacle elements you haven't seen anywhere yet as well.
...and then all hell really breaks loose.