So finally, Sony get its long-awaited killer-app. And what a beauty it is. Uncharted 2 not only sets benchmarks for visuals (the lighting effects alone are stunning), story and sheer fun, but it also sets a worryingly high target for all that follow it to match. Simply put, Uncharted 2 is a reason to own a PS3.
You'll Love:
+ Voice acting and scripting are of an award winning standard
+ The action just keeps on coming
+ Attention to detail
You'll Hate:
- Some jump and grab sections can be a bit tricky
- There are enemy types that are a pain in the ass
- It has to end
Is it better than...
Tomb Raider Underworld:
Oh yes. Miss Croft has had her time in the sun and it’s time to get back to the drawing-board we think. Drake sprung from nowhere and beat Lara at her own game. It looks better. It plays better. And you just find yourself rooting for Nathan more than you ever did with the Tomb Raider’s heroine.
Batman Arkham Asylum:
Yes, just. And before you Batman fans get your knickers in a twist, let us explain. AA's combat system is fantastic and the world they've created around the Dark Knight is well realised, but it is relentlessly dark and bleak. The variety of environments and the aformentioned story-telling in Uncharted 2 snatches the victory.
Gears of War 2:
Yes. The game’s are almost poles apart. Gears is all about shooting and taking down massive bosses, Uncharted 2 isn’t. But in terms of scale and the satisfaction of gunning people down they are in the same ball-park, and Drake takes the win here.
10 - Incredible
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