Alright, I’ll admit, I’m a little behind the times on this one. But as the proud new owner of a Playstation 3, I have a bit of catching up to do.
This, by far, is one of the best games I’ve played, and Nathan Drake has quickly become my favorite video game character – he’s smart, funny, tough-as-nails, and *ahem* hot. That’s right, I said it …
Being an Xbox / Wii gamer, I found the controls to be a little awkward to begin with. The tutorial chapters were very helpful, without being boring or dumbed-down, and I soon got the hang of Nate’s capabilities. And while he’s no Altair, he’s still pretty impressive!
The story is very well written, and moves along at a nice pace. It never feels rushed, nor does it lag. There’s lots of action, puzzles, humor and great dialogue to keep you entertained and engaged, the graphics are absolutely amazing, and the voice casting couldn’t have been better. I had a great time just exploring every nook and cranny, marveling at the detail that went into the creation of each environment.
The game is challenging, without being overly frustrating (I played on Normal). I did walk away from it a couple of times, only to pass the chapter on the first try the next day. The puzzles require some thinking, but you do have a Journal to give you clues, so you shouldn’t be stuck for long. There are also a few Quick-Time events to keep you on your toes, and lots of treasures to look for along the way.
All in all, well-rounded gaming experience. With 4 Difficulty settings and 60 treasures to find, there’s lots of replayability here. The only downside is the lack of online play. Do yourself a favor – beg, borrow or steal yourself a copy of this game! 9.5/10
P.S. I thought I’d throw this in, as well. If you haven’t seen the commercial for Uncharted 2: Among Thieves, I’ve posted it below. Its funny, because its true. (I happily sat and watched my boyfriend play it for 3 days after getting it for Christmas – its just that good!)
Enjoy!!
