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Uncharted: Golden Abyss PS Vita Review – Vita’s Perfect Complement
Publisher: Sony Computer Entertainment
Developer: SCE Bend Studio
Genre: Third-Person Action Adventure
Platforms: PlayStation Vita
Release Date: February 14, 2012
ESRB: T – Teen
The Uncharted series since its debut has been recognized as a blockbuster Hollywood action flick clustered into gaming. It has managed to blend high intensity action sequences, beautifully orchestrated scores and gorgeous aesthetics into one gaudy and unparalleled package. Now the franchise is ready to explore new waters in the depths of portable gaming with the introduction of Uncharted: Golden Abyss. Naughty Dog has passed the baton onto SCE Bend Studio to undertake this massive project. Does the series establish a successful transition onto the portable screen or should Nathan Drake take his future endeavors elsewhere?
Uncharted 2: Among Thieves Review – “Is That a Tibetan Ritual Dagger in Your Pocket…?”
Publisher: Sony Computer Entertainment
Developer: Naughty Dog
Genre: Action/Adventure, Platform
Platform: Playstation 3
Release Date: October 13th 2009 (NA), October 15th 2009 (JP/AUS), October 16th 2009 (EU)
Rated: T – Teen
After the surprise hit that was Drake’s Fortune, Naughty Dog no doubt rejoiced at their success but shortly after the celebrations ended it most likely became evident that gamers would expect to see much more of Nathan Drake and his misadventures. While the first title set a precedent, there were certainly areas in which the game could be improved and so Naughty Dog set out to “wow” their fans once again. The result of this endeavor was the 2009 sequel Among Thieves and despite the Uncharted series’ already existing momentum and acclaim at that time I don’t think anyone expected the experience which was delivered: one of near-perfection on almost every front.
Uncharted: Drake’s Fortune Review – “The History Can Be Wrong, Ya Know?”
Publisher: Sony Computer Entertainment
Developer: Naughty Dog
Genre: Action/Adventure, Platform
Platform: Playstation 3
Release Date: November 16th 2007 (NA), December 6th 2007 (JP/AUS), December 7th 2007 (EU)
Rated: T – Teen
The year was 2007. Highly regarded as one of the best years for contemporary gaming, it should come as no surprise then that the Uncharted series made its debut that fall alongside other incredibly successful releases such as the highly anticipated Halo 3 and the new IPs Mass Effect, Assassin’s Creed, and Bioshock. Coming up against some strong competition, Drake’s Fortune was flying low on most peoples’ radars as it was an exclusive title for Sony’s Playstation 3 which only launched a year prior and had yet to sport the strong library it has today. Fortunately Uncharted proved to be quite the hit with gamers and critics alike. What had once been jokingly referred to as “Dude Raider” busted out onto the gaming scene with production values, scenery, a narrative, and an extremely vivid cast of characters that rivaled most Hollywood blockbusters. Not long after the game’s release developer Naughty Dog (Crash Bandicoot, Jak and Daxter) knew they had created yet another gaming icon – Nathan Drake.
