shinobi602
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Literally just got to the islands. This is insane. I feel like I've already played through an entire Uncharted game, and there's still a dozen chapters left.
What a game.
What a game.
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Uncharted 4: A Thief's End |OT| You're gonna miss this ass
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Nightengale
Member
Straley said something along the lines of there being a deeper, more complex climbing system they made...
But ultimately everything ND does is in service of its story and pacing. Probably the deeper mechanics made it harder or slower during the downtime more than testers liked.
Nightengale
Member
Bruh do you see these graphics though.
Plus I haven't been able to sit down and really play a big chunk since my first session on Tuesday
Chapter 13's graphics? Even better.
MassiveNights
Banned
Hey potatohead thanks for the tag that you are dropping massive spoilers on a discussion around Chapter fucking 4.
everyday math
Banned
Happened again.
Subtitles don't even work...
Subtitles don't even work...
Okay so on Chapter 10, partway through. I just explored and had the battle at
Am I no longer able to explore those areas?
the tower with the drawbridge. There was at least two areas, one going under a tunnel in the mountain, the other up the hill on the opposite side (an explosion happened when I went near), that I missed. It won't let me go back the way I came.
GravityInsanity
Member
Yes, but the original voice actor had left and Troy Baker replaced him. The story was also 100% changed.
Happened again.
Maybe restart your PS4? It only happened once for me, my PS4 had been on for about 6 hours at that point, and was pretty hot.
Psychoward
Banned
i'm kinda surprised this isn't M tbh
everyday math
Banned
I'll give it a shot.
GravityInsanity
Member
Almost every 15 seconds Drake is joking about something. But I agree, this is the darkest Uncharted so far.
Astral Dog
Member
Nathan strangely unrevealed until recently brother Sammy is kind of an asshole
Comrade Crunch
Member
It is, but it isn't possible to beat the high score as Nate, I did it without dying and collecting all but like 2 of the fruit and I was still almost 500 points below the high score.
SaganIsGOAT
Junior Member
I keep reading these posts about a rock solid framerate and honestly my game started tanking once the island missions started. I'm not sure if my ps4 is shitting the bed or not but I was actually kind of shocked at the amount of times my framerate dropped :/
Bluekaveli
Member
Hmm did they take out the cool grenade throw back feature? That was the best thing about 3. Unless I've not gotten close enough to do it.
Also is anyone noticing scan lines on their characters?
Also is anyone noticing scan lines on their characters?
Do they add more armored guys on the higher difficulties?
Yes and rightfully so. Encourages movement.
Yes and rightfully so. Encourages movement.
Gtagentleman
Member
yes, to make you move more.
stargateheaven
Member
nope. it's gone.
as is grappling with O.
and drake doens't have an OCD to touch walls as much now. (i'm glad though)
Bluekaveli
Member
Fuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuck! Playing through all three, when I got to 3 I was relieved. Now the frustration is back. Thank you.
Frame rate was fine for me, I only noticed the frame rate dropping during an end game encounter, that had a lot of bodies, weapons and more in shallow water, but it was only brief.
Gtagentleman
Member
Thank fuck chromatic aberration is only a option for the photo mode.
Kevin Shields
Member
Gosh people need to cool it with spoilers. People get your crap together (I won't tag the offense)!!
I just realized there is an encounter select option. Awesome! This is what I wanted for TLOU. I only wish there were incentives and points like the Arkham games. I would play the crap out of that. Maybe they could patch it in?
I just realized there is an encounter select option. Awesome! This is what I wanted for TLOU. I only wish there were incentives and points like the Arkham games. I would play the crap out of that. Maybe they could patch it in?
Astral Dog
Member
also, damn @ Nadine, is she that badass or the other two just weak,dumb or old?
not only she beats Nate and Sammy one on two, but she also gives a lesson to Rafe AND gets out alive
stargateheaven
Member
I just realised at the end that
nadine just leaves and is never seen again.. where's the justice in that?? maybe the DLC will shed some light.
Gtagentleman
Member
what is that? how can I use it?
Comrade Crunch
Member
The first one, she's a highly trained mercenary and also the leader of an army for hire, she wouldn't be able to command the respect of her men if she weren't a total badass.
The extent of Sam and Nates hand to hand combat knowledge is, "punch until they stop punching back."
Net_Wrecker
Member
Well climbing is a little deeper with the addition of the rope, the pitons (which I haven't gotten to yet), and the analog reaching system, but for the amount of climbing there is, I don't think that was enough. Like I said, I think a more free form style of platforming where every input needed more precision from the player would significantly beef up the platforming without necessarily adding any new mechanics. Having to manually reach + grab certain ledges, having to aim the rope hook when you're already hanging on a wall, more dead ends and multiple routes, having to actually balance Drake on beams, etc.
But don't get me wrong, I'm still enjoying myself.
Astral Dog
Member
i hope not , she deserves a happy ending after all she did, beat Drake and Sam, leave the treasure. go away,, she also lost most of her men
, she deserves a happy ending after all she did, beat Drake and Sam, leave the treasure. go away,, she also lost most of her men but then who knows what the dlc would be about
Comrade Crunch
Member
It allows you to replay any of the combat sections of the game. You unlock it by beating the game.
GravityInsanity
Member
I wish I was Nate so Nadine can whoop my ass all day
Kevin Shields
Member
I'm playing through different encounters and I haven't beaten the game...
Psychoward
Banned
Her hair... how the fuck did ND pull that off. Probably the best looking hair I've ever seen in a game.I wish I was Nate so Nadine can whoop my ass all day
ViewtifulJC
Banned
the way the light cast off the bounce of her curls is some *chef finger kiss* shit
everyday math
Banned
Nate's ass has to be hurting...
The good thing about starting pretty slow / mediocre is that you can ramp things up nicely. I'm at Chapter
and the last couple have been pretty damn good. The combat level designs are far, far superior in this game than past Uncharteds. Plenty of options, nice open spaces. Methods to get around quickly. I'm only playing on normal but I died a lot at first, until I learned to keep moving and really use the level. Stealth is a little undercooked but I'm not playing the game that way.
I got a bit burned out after a couple of chapters/hours straight so tried the mutliplayer. Ran into a weird bug. It wanted me to buy a brute in the intro, so I did, then it wanted me to buy another but I didn't have the cash. It wouldn't let me progress at all. I can't imagine it really wanted me to buy two so that must have been a bug. First one I've noticed.
Oh well, it's a sign to put the game down for now.
As for the story, it's still really just building up. I have my suspicions as to how it might turn out, but I guess I'll have to wait and see. I must say that while Sam is cool and all, I don't quite get the same enjoyment out of him and Nate as I did with Nate + Elena / Chloe in U2.
is still incredible though. Both the bad guys definitely need a bit more character development before I'll start caring about them, imo.
Fuck, this was the one spoiler I was looking to avoid... I hate knowing how close I am to the end.
Argh. Not your fault, I know most don't care about that kind of thing and you were asked, but still. Gah. Shame on me I've become a spoiler whiner.
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I got a bit burned out after a couple of chapters/hours straight so tried the mutliplayer. Ran into a weird bug. It wanted me to buy a brute in the intro, so I did, then it wanted me to buy another but I didn't have the cash. It wouldn't let me progress at all. I can't imagine it really wanted me to buy two so that must have been a bug. First one I've noticed.
Oh well, it's a sign to put the game down for now.
As for the story, it's still really just building up. I have my suspicions as to how it might turn out, but I guess I'll have to wait and see. I must say that while Sam is cool and all, I don't quite get the same enjoyment out of him and Nate as I did with Nate + Elena / Chloe in U2.
Sully
Fuck, this was the one spoiler I was looking to avoid... I hate knowing how close I am to the end.
Argh. Not your fault, I know most don't care about that kind of thing and you were asked, but still. Gah. Shame on me I've become a spoiler whiner.
RespectThySole
Member
Got to Chapter 14 earlier. Probably done playing for the night. After the very slow start, the game started to hit it's stride around Chapter 8. Chapters
and
are the standouts so far which is no surprise considering those were the levels we were already shown, but actually playing through them felt amazing.
Mechanically I'm not sure I'm feeling the big leap in the shooting. The gunplay feels a bit tighter, but it's really just expected sequel polish. The best addition gameplay-wise was the hook. I like what it adds to the traditional Uncharted auto-platforming.
I'm pretty indifferent about the
. It works I guess, but somewhat annoying because it reminds of the recent Tomb Raider games which I really dislike. Tomb Raider overused this mechanic so much.
Also, sometimes the aiming feels slightly off. Not a big deal though. I can still get headshots off easily enough, but I haven't found the settings that feel "just right" yet. I think I prefer U2's battle arenas so far, but the game still has plenty of time to change my mind. I do appreciate the amount of ways that you have to tackle combat,
's big arena was masterful.
I didn't like the beginning platforming bit in
Felt like the game was wrestling away control from me. I get that it was trying to be 'cinematic', but that part wasn't done well.
For some reason, the
aren't bothering me as much as the planks in TLoU.
Quibbles aside this is a really good game. I'd put it in my top 5 this gen so far even without finishing it. Way better than U1&3 too. Going to need a couple more chapters on the level of the ones I previously mentioned to make me forget about the slow opening third though.
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Mechanically I'm not sure I'm feeling the big leap in the shooting. The gunplay feels a bit tighter, but it's really just expected sequel polish. The best addition gameplay-wise was the hook. I like what it adds to the traditional Uncharted auto-platforming.
I'm pretty indifferent about the
pike
Also, sometimes the aiming feels slightly off. Not a big deal though. I can still get headshots off easily enough, but I haven't found the settings that feel "just right" yet. I think I prefer U2's battle arenas so far, but the game still has plenty of time to change my mind. I do appreciate the amount of ways that you have to tackle combat,
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I didn't like the beginning platforming bit in
13.
For some reason, the
boxes
Quibbles aside this is a really good game. I'd put it in my top 5 this gen so far even without finishing it. Way better than U1&3 too. Going to need a couple more chapters on the level of the ones I previously mentioned to make me forget about the slow opening third though.
il Diavolo
Banned
Finished.
Overall my experience was extremely positive. Mechanically speaking this was the best Uncharted by a long shot and the focus on adventure as one of the main pillars appealed to my sensibilities. The chapter
.
Pacing was a bit lopsided at times (
) and
, but those weren't enough to dampen the experience.
Also I was really happy with the story this time out. The relationship dynamics between the characters were all engrossing,
. Also this Uncharted was the best in terms of world building, with all the notes and optional dialogue making me actively interested in uncovering the central mystery
.
End of my rambling review, can't wait to see what they do with the story dlc.
Epilogue was a lovely way to cap off the series
Overall my experience was extremely positive. Mechanically speaking this was the best Uncharted by a long shot and the focus on adventure as one of the main pillars appealed to my sensibilities. The chapter
where Nate and Sam first arrive at the island felt like a real treasure hunt and built to a great string of action later on
Pacing was a bit lopsided at times (
chapter after Elena finds Nate dragged on far too long
the boss fight at the end, although visually engaging, was just a fancy qte in the end
Also I was really happy with the story this time out. The relationship dynamics between the characters were all engrossing,
particularly Nate and Elena's, who's conflict I felt was the strongest part and had the most payoff emotionally
regarding the pirates and their treasure, all the while keeping it relatively grounded without resorting to any of the supernatural schlock I felt was always the weakest part of previous Uncharted stories
End of my rambling review, can't wait to see what they do with the story dlc.
stargateheaven
Member
i still wanted to see what she did after. Will she and drake ever meet again? did she regret leaving everything and wanna find some new treasure?
Another thing is all that treasure in the ship at the end.. i'm SURE they could've went back and recovered some..
Another thing is all that treasure in the ship at the end.. i'm SURE they could've went back and recovered some..
Emerson's Essentia
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Was it ever explained in this series how Drake & co. developed such extraordinary combat and facade scaling skills?
ViewtifulJC
Banned
White privilege
Emerson's Essentia
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fixed
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