UNCHARTED The Nathan Drake Collection
- October 9, 2015
- Naughty Dog
An utterly essential bundle for newcomers and veterans alike, thanks to the sheer value for money and huge technical improvements to three already incredible games.
Get on PS Store"Uncharted: The Nathan Drake Collection - Special Edition" is a remastered compilation of the first three action-adventure shooter platform games in the Uncharted series: Drake's Fortune, Among Thieves, and Drake's Deception. The collection, ported by Bluepoint Games, features 1080p resolution, 60fps, updated graphics, Photo Mode, and new trophies. The Nathan Drake Pack, including iconic Nathan Drake outfits and weapons, is included in the pre-ordered version.
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Reviews
- The remastered visuals and improved gameplay make the Uncharted trilogy a must-have for both newcomers and fans of the series.
- The collection offers great value for money, providing three full games with engaging stories and high-octane action.
- The addition of new modes, such as speed runs and a photo mode, enhances the overall experience and replayability of the games.
- Some users received the Greatest Hits version instead of the standard edition as advertised, leading to disappointment.
- The first game, Drake's Fortune, has not aged well and can feel repetitive compared to the later titles.
- The removal of multiplayer features limits replayability and some players found the controls to be laggy and unresponsive.
- story28 mentions
- 61 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The story of the Nathan Drake collection is widely praised for its engaging narrative, strong character development, and cinematic quality, making players feel immersed in a thrilling treasure-hunting adventure. While the overall storytelling is considered excellent, some critiques highlight issues with pacing and plot coherence, particularly in "Drake's Fortune," which has not aged as well as the others. Overall, the collection offers a compelling blend of action and storytelling that appeals to both casual gamers and long-time fans.
“Great game, great storyline, love the characters, the action, basically everything.”
“The story is awesome with a great cast of characters.”
“Great story, great graphics, and all in all I see why this is the defining exclusive for PlayStation.”
“Uncharted: Drake's Fortune hasn't aged as well as the others, making it hard to play through at first. Disconnecting dialogue and actions make the story tough to swallow at moments.”
“Uncharted: Drake's Fortune has not aged well, making a third of the collection a slog. There is a disconnect between the gameplay and tone of the story that, while not jarring, feels more pronounced by modern standards.”
“The controversy of Uncharted 3 comes not in its refinement of shooting and melee mechanics or its stunning animations and character models, but in its plot-hole filled story.”
- graphics18 mentions
- 28 % positive mentions
- 56 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The graphics in the remastered Uncharted collection for PS4 have received widespread acclaim, with many praising the stunning visuals and smooth performance at 1080p/60fps. While the first game's graphics may not hold up to modern standards, the overall improvements across the trilogy enhance the storytelling and gameplay experience, making it a must-have for PS4 players. Bluepoint Games has successfully revitalized these titles, offering a visually impressive package that showcases the evolution of the series.
“The graphics blew my mind away! This is not just an HD collection; it really is a remaster for the PS4, similar to The Last of Us.”
“All three Uncharted games on one disc with improved visuals and input response in the form of 1080p/60fps, along with a tweaked controller profile, especially in Uncharted 3.”
“Unlike a number of remastered games that tend to fall short, Bluepoint Games has crafted the optimum versions of each of the three titles in the Nathan Drake Collection, with Drake's Fortune, in particular, benefiting greatly from the work that has been put into the visuals and gameplay.”
“Definitely worth buying even though the graphics were light years behind the fourth iteration.”
“Keep in mind the graphics for the first game are really not great by today's PS4 standards.”
“Graphics are not as strong as Uncharted 4 but still awesome games with great storylines.”
- gameplay14 mentions
- 64 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The gameplay in the Uncharted collection is praised for its high-octane action, improved mechanics, and engaging storytelling, enhanced by visual upgrades and new features like a photo mode and speedrun challenges. While the remastered versions offer a smoother and more responsive experience, some players note that the original "Drake's Fortune" feels dated compared to its sequels. Overall, the collection provides a solid way for fans to revisit the franchise with added depth and excitement.
“There is a ton of high-octane action throughout each of the games, and the gameplay is extremely fun.”
“Unlike a number of remastered games that somehow tend to fall way off the mark, Bluepoint Games has crafted the optimum versions of each of the three titles in the Nathan Drake collection, with Drake's Fortune, in particular, benefiting greatly from the work that has been put in in terms of visuals and gameplay.”
“Uncharted: Drake's Fortune has not aged well, making a third of the collection a slog. There's a disconnect between the gameplay and tone of the story that, while not jarring, feels more pronounced by modern standards.”
“Unlike a number of remastered games that somehow tend to fall way off the mark, Bluepoint Games has crafted the optimum versions of each of the three titles in the Nathan Drake Collection, with Drake's Fortune, in particular, benefitting greatly from the work that has been put in in terms of visuals and gameplay.”
“The game mechanics really got cleaned up in the later games, or I got way better at playing the game by the third one.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players appreciate that the grinding in the game is well-integrated, as it maintains a smooth flow between action sequences and story progression, preventing it from becoming tedious or stalling.
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game's stability has been criticized for being laggy and buggy, indicating significant performance issues that detract from the overall experience.
“The game is incredibly laggy and filled with bugs.”
“I experienced frequent crashes that made it unplayable.”
“The stability issues ruin the overall experience.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Reviewers note that "Drake's Fortune" suffers from diminished replayability due to its aging mechanics and the removal of multiplayer features, which limits the incentive for players to revisit the game. Additionally, some animations not being optimized for 60fps further detracts from the overall experience.
“Drake’s Fortune hasn’t aged well; not all animations are optimized for 60fps, and the removal of multiplayer significantly hurts replayability.”
“The lack of meaningful choices and consequences makes it hard to justify multiple playthroughs.”
“Once you complete the game, there’s little incentive to return, as the story and gameplay don’t change.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The optimization of "Drake's Fortune" has been criticized, as it has not aged well, with some animations failing to run smoothly at 60fps. Additionally, the removal of multiplayer features has negatively impacted the game's replayability.
“Drake’s Fortune hasn’t aged well; not all animations are optimized for 60fps.”
“The removal of multiplayer significantly hurts replayability.”
“The game suffers from poor optimization, leading to inconsistent performance.”
Critic Reviews
Uncharted: The Nathan Drake Collection review
An excellent remastering effort for anyone looking to discover or relive Nathan Drake’s unparalleled peril.
80%Uncharted: The Nathan Drake Collection Review
Despite the market becoming saturated with remakes, re-masters, and re-releases, the Nathan Drake Collection is one that both fans of the series will enjoy for its slight improvements, and, those that missed it the first time around can enjoy as a series that stands up pretty well to father time.
80%Uncharted: The Nathan Drake Collection Review (PlayStation 4)
Uncharted: The Nathan Drake Collection is a very solid package that will appeal to a range of gamers who have a PlayStation 4 and who might not have any other exclusive launch to look forward to in the coming months. For long-term fans of the franchise, the title offers a simple way to experience the solid stories and the engaging gameplay once again using improved visuals, getting a deeper understanding of the links between the installments and how they might influence the coming A Thief's End. For those who have not played an Uncharted game before, The Nathan Drake Collection is the perfect way to see what the series has to offer and why so many gamers see it as one of the most important ones in the history of gaming. The Uncharted PlayStation 4 release also includes a key for the beta of A Thief's End, which, for the most dedicated fans, might be worth the price of admission on its own. Naughty Dog has managed to create a beautiful and constantly surprising series, and I am more interested than ever to see how they will end the adventures of Nathan Drake when Unchated 4 arrives in 2016.
85%
