Uncharted 3: Drake’s Deception – Game of the Year Edition – Playstation 3
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- An interactive cinematic experience that blurs the lines between games and Hollywood films
- Nathan Drake’s journey will put you through new challenges and take you to stunning locations around the world, from a derelict chateau in France, to the merciless Arabian Dessert
- Epic single player campaign with evolved signature Uncharted game play
- A new breed of Action Adventure Multiplayer that brings the exciting cinematic elements of the single-player campaign, into the multiplayer
Nathan Drake’s Blockbuster Adventure Continues A search for the fabled “Atlantis of the Sands” propels fortune hunter Nathan Drake on a trek into the heart of the Arabian Desert. When the terrible secrets of this lost city are unearthed, Drake’s quest descends into a desperate bid for survival that strains the limits of his endurance and forces him to confront his deepest fears.
An interactive cinematic experience that blurs the lines between games and Hollywood films.Nathan Drake’s journey will put you through new challenges and take you to stunning locations around the world, from a derelict chateau in France to the merciless Arabian Desert.Epic single-player campaign with evolved signature Uncharted gameplay.A new breed of action-adventure multiplayer that brings the exciting cinematic elements of the single-player campaign into the multiplayer.Experience the thrill of Uncharted in stereoscopic 3D.
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219 of 228 people found the following review helpful
 Great game, but a warning about the GotY edition., By
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I recently upgraded my original release day copy of Uncharted 3 to a new copy of the Game of the Year Edition, as it was much more affordable than buying all the dlc online by itself. I’m not going to comment much on the game itself, other than to echo others affinity for the Uncharted series. But, I thought it relevant to warn people that while all of the dlc (basically everything that makes the GotY version different/better than the original release) is on the disc, it requires an online access code to activate. If you already bought the original release, the codes are interchangeable, you’re previous code will allow access to all the dlc on this disc itself. However, for those who aren’t upgrading or aren’t buying the GotY version brand new, without a valid (unused) code, you’re essentially paying more for a disc that only has the functionality of the standard edition. Whether Naughty Dog will sell or somehow provide buyers of used copies of the GotY edition a working code remains to be seen, but is probably very unlikely. At present, all dlc that comes with new copies of the GotY edition will cost you another 30 to 40 bucks to download from PSN.
So, if you just want the single-player, the original release is a much better value. If you want everything – specifically the map packs which are required for most multi-player trophies and bonus skins, but also multiplayer access in general – the GotY edition is clearly the way to go, but ONLY when buying brand new (except when you already have a valid code from the previous edition) or if the reseller has confirmed that the online access code hasn’t been redeemed.
28 of 32 people found the following review helpful
The Definitive Way to Experience Uncharted 3,
This review is from: Uncharted 3: Drake’s Deception – Game of the Year Edition – Playstation 3 (Video Game)
In 2011, Uncharted 3 hit the ground running and quickly became one of the most well received games in the Playstation 3’s library. This is an impressive feat considering the game was the sequel to. Uncharted 3 manage to live up to much of the hype which surrounded it and continues to be a popular treat. As with most games that do well in the market as well as with the fans, Uncharted 3 was given a game of the year edition. For those who’ve yet to experience Uncharted 3 this is most definitely the edition you’ll want to buy. The original game can still be find for a cheap price, but you’ll wind up having to pay a lot of extra money for all the DLC. If you don’t really care much for the DLC then there’s no real reason not to buy the original game. This review is for those who have not played Uncharted 3 as well as for those who have so it’s a rather long one. Uncharted 3 is a much more character driven story than the previous two. The game focuses pretty strongly on Nate’s relationship with Sully and just how far back it goes. This time Nathan is looking for the Atlantis of the Sands. Apparently Francis Drake found something, and Nathan Drake wants in on the action. Of course he’s not the only one after it. A secret agency headed by a woman named Marlowe is also searching for Francis Drake’s secret and they’ll stop it nothing to get it. In order for Nate to survive this one he’s going to have to use all his cunning and wit, as well as face some of his biggest fears to date. The story is actually pretty simple. And while there are some nice twists and turns, what really makes it good are the characters withing it. It’s a character driven story through and through. The Uncharted series is pretty well known for it’s good characters, sharp writing and easy to follow narrative. This is perhaps the most true in the third game. The characters here have an established narrative that the game is willing to fill you in on, but one does not need to play Uncharted: Drake’s Fortune or Uncharted 2: Among Thieves to really understand the game in and of itself. The characters introduced have such natural exchanges with one another that even if this is your first outing with Nate and his allies you’ll grow to like them and know them without having played the previous games. Uncharted simply doesn’t slouch on the character development. Even when simply walking around the characters carry on with jokes, conversation and banter. It really makes for an enjoyable experience. The movie like quality is what helps the game along. Uncharted isn’t known for being a non-linear experience. Players will always know where to go next and there isn’t much off the beaten path. There are treasures to find, but they’re usually not too far out of the way. On the other hand, Uncharted never makes you backtrack, always carefully guiding the player through its scripted sequences. Normally this might be a deterrent for a game, but with so much focus on story and narrative, it helps keep the story pacing at a decent speed without getting too distracted from it. Most of the gameplay segments are easily divided into three types of moments. First there are the platforming elements which usually involve Drake scaling walls and jumping from hanging ledge to another to reach a destination. The second are the puzzles he’ll have to solve to progress further in the areas he’s exploring and the last is the gunplay. Because the game alternates so well between all these elements you’ll rarely feel like you’re being bogged down for too long. After a long gunfight, for instance, the game slows down a little from the action by giving you some platforming to do or a puzzle to solve so that you can have a respite from the gunplay. Likewise the story is pretty good at keeping things in focus. The puzzles don’t feel like they’re just there to keep you busy, but because they actually add something to the story, while the platforming is worked in elegantly that it feels natural. The gunfights, however, can be some of the most challenging Uncharted has thrown out yet. There are moments where enemies are all over the place and it’s your job to take them out. Much like the previous two games, Uncharted 3 isn’t always easy. You may find yourself dying in some gunfights either because you feel overwhelmed or simply can’t find cover in time. It’s also not unusual for someone to come sneaking up behind you and blasting you away because you were focused on other enemies. The good news is that checkpoints in Uncharted 3 are plentiful. If you screw up a platforming section or bite the dust in a fire fight you’re usually not too far away from where you died. Arguably, there isn’t much Uncharted 3 needs to build upon from Uncharted 2. The second one was such a huge step above the first that it didn’t leave much of anything for the third to improve upon. There also aren’t enormous…
33 of 39 people found the following review helpful
 Bonus addition very cool, By
This review is from: Uncharted 3: Drake’s Deception – Game of the Year Edition – Playstation 3 (Video Game)
For those of you who are fans of the previous versions, you get the following extras:
– Multiplayer maps (Graveyard, Old Quarter, London Streets, Oasis) – “Flashback maps” which are 8 remade maps from versions 1 and 2 – 25 multiplayer skins, and Killzone 3 skins – Fort Co-Op (this happens in the fortress from ‘Drake’s Fortune’) – Rogue skins pack (from 14 enemies) Game will hook you, especially if you haven’t played it before. Lots of recognizable faces from the previous games, fluid fighting, more weapons, good range of settings and action sequences. |
Great game, but a warning about the GotY edition.,
So, if you just want the single-player, the original release is a much better value. If you want everything – specifically the map packs which are required for most multi-player trophies and bonus skins, but also multiplayer access in general – the GotY edition is clearly the way to go, but ONLY when buying brand new (except when you already have a valid code from the previous edition) or if the reseller has confirmed that the online access code hasn’t been redeemed.
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|The Definitive Way to Experience Uncharted 3,
In 2011, Uncharted 3 hit the ground running and quickly became one of the most well received games in the Playstation 3’s library. This is an impressive feat considering the game was the sequel to. Uncharted 3 manage to live up to much of the hype which surrounded it and continues to be a popular treat. As with most games that do well in the market as well as with the fans, Uncharted 3 was given a game of the year edition. For those who’ve yet to experience Uncharted 3 this is most definitely the edition you’ll want to buy. The original game can still be find for a cheap price, but you’ll wind up having to pay a lot of extra money for all the DLC. If you don’t really care much for the DLC then there’s no real reason not to buy the original game. This review is for those who have not played Uncharted 3 as well as for those who have so it’s a rather long one.
Uncharted 3 is a much more character driven story than the previous two. The game focuses pretty strongly on Nate’s relationship with Sully and just how far back it goes. This time Nathan is looking for the Atlantis of the Sands. Apparently Francis Drake found something, and Nathan Drake wants in on the action. Of course he’s not the only one after it. A secret agency headed by a woman named Marlowe is also searching for Francis Drake’s secret and they’ll stop it nothing to get it. In order for Nate to survive this one he’s going to have to use all his cunning and wit, as well as face some of his biggest fears to date. The story is actually pretty simple. And while there are some nice twists and turns, what really makes it good are the characters withing it. It’s a character driven story through and through.
The Uncharted series is pretty well known for it’s good characters, sharp writing and easy to follow narrative. This is perhaps the most true in the third game. The characters here have an established narrative that the game is willing to fill you in on, but one does not need to play Uncharted: Drake’s Fortune or Uncharted 2: Among Thieves to really understand the game in and of itself. The characters introduced have such natural exchanges with one another that even if this is your first outing with Nate and his allies you’ll grow to like them and know them without having played the previous games. Uncharted simply doesn’t slouch on the character development. Even when simply walking around the characters carry on with jokes, conversation and banter. It really makes for an enjoyable experience.
The movie like quality is what helps the game along. Uncharted isn’t known for being a non-linear experience. Players will always know where to go next and there isn’t much off the beaten path. There are treasures to find, but they’re usually not too far out of the way. On the other hand, Uncharted never makes you backtrack, always carefully guiding the player through its scripted sequences. Normally this might be a deterrent for a game, but with so much focus on story and narrative, it helps keep the story pacing at a decent speed without getting too distracted from it. Most of the gameplay segments are easily divided into three types of moments. First there are the platforming elements which usually involve Drake scaling walls and jumping from hanging ledge to another to reach a destination. The second are the puzzles he’ll have to solve to progress further in the areas he’s exploring and the last is the gunplay. Because the game alternates so well between all these elements you’ll rarely feel like you’re being bogged down for too long. After a long gunfight, for instance, the game slows down a little from the action by giving you some platforming to do or a puzzle to solve so that you can have a respite from the gunplay. Likewise the story is pretty good at keeping things in focus. The puzzles don’t feel like they’re just there to keep you busy, but because they actually add something to the story, while the platforming is worked in elegantly that it feels natural.
The gunfights, however, can be some of the most challenging Uncharted has thrown out yet. There are moments where enemies are all over the place and it’s your job to take them out. Much like the previous two games, Uncharted 3 isn’t always easy. You may find yourself dying in some gunfights either because you feel overwhelmed or simply can’t find cover in time. It’s also not unusual for someone to come sneaking up behind you and blasting you away because you were focused on other enemies. The good news is that checkpoints in Uncharted 3 are plentiful. If you screw up a platforming section or bite the dust in a fire fight you’re usually not too far away from where you died.
Arguably, there isn’t much Uncharted 3 needs to build upon from Uncharted 2. The second one was such a huge step above the first that it didn’t leave much of anything for the third to improve upon. There also aren’t enormous…
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|Bonus addition very cool,
– Multiplayer maps (Graveyard, Old Quarter, London Streets, Oasis)
– “Flashback maps” which are 8 remade maps from versions 1 and 2
– 25 multiplayer skins, and Killzone 3 skins
– Fort Co-Op (this happens in the fortress from ‘Drake’s Fortune’)
– Rogue skins pack (from 14 enemies)
Game will hook you, especially if you haven’t played it before. Lots of recognizable faces from the previous games, fluid fighting, more weapons, good range of settings and action sequences.
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