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Uncharted 3: Drake’s Deception [2011]

Tagline:

• Be careful what you wish for.
• Fortune favors the bold.
• The search for the Atlantis of the Sands.

Overview:

• Synopsis:
  • Uncharted 3: Drake’s Deception follows Nathan Drake as he embarks on a quest to find the legendary lost city of Ubar, also known as the Atlantis of the Sands. Accompanied by his mentor Victor Sullivan and allies Elena Fisher and Chloe Frazer, Drake confronts a shadowy organization led by the mysterious Katherine Marlowe. As they journey across the globe, they uncover secrets about Drake's past and the hidden dangers of his obsession.
• 01 November 2011
• Length of Game:
  • Approximately 10-12 hours for the main story
• Platforms:
  • PlayStation 3
• Genre:
  • Action-adventure
  • Third-person shooter
• Units Sold:
  • Over 6 million copies sold worldwide
• ESRB:
  • T (Teen)

Franchise Overview:

• Uncharted
• Synopsis:
  • The Uncharted series follows the adventures of Nathan Drake, a treasure hunter who travels the world in search of historical mysteries and lost treasures. The series combines action-adventure gameplay with cinematic storytelling and exploration.
• Studio:
  • Naughty Dog
• Franchise Architect:
  • Amy Hennig
• Created By:
  • Naughty Dog
• Timeline:
  • The series is set in a modern-day world where ancient artifacts and legendary treasures still exist, waiting to be discovered by intrepid adventurers.
• Series:
  • Uncharted: Drake’s Fortune [2007]
    * Nathan Drake sets off on a quest to find the lost city of El Dorado, uncovering dangerous adversaries and a dark secret along the way.
  • Uncharted 2: Among Thieves [2009]
    * Nathan Drake embarks on a quest to find the Cintamani Stone and the lost city of Shambhala, facing new and familiar enemies.
  • Uncharted 3: Drake’s Deception [2011]
    * Nathan Drake seeks the legendary lost city of Ubar, also known as the Atlantis of the Sands, while confronting a shadowy organization and uncovering secrets about his past.
  • Uncharted 4: A Thief's End [2016]
    * Nathan Drake comes out of retirement for one last adventure to find the pirate colony of Libertalia.

Development:

• Developer:
  • Naughty Dog
• Publisher:
  • Sony Computer Entertainment
• Programmer:
  • Pål-Kristian Engstad, Travis McIntosh, Christian Gyrling
• Artist:
  • Erick Pangilinan, Robh Ruppel, Josh Scherr
• Writer:
  • Amy Hennig
• Studio:
  • Naughty Dog
• Production:
  • Naughty Dog
• Distribution Company:
  • Sony Computer Entertainment
• Engine:
  • Proprietary Naughty Dog engine

Gameplay:

• Gameplay Mechanics:
  • Third-person perspective with cover-based shooting mechanics.
  • Platforming and climbing elements for exploration.
  • Puzzle-solving to progress through levels and uncover secrets.
  • Hand-to-hand combat system for close encounters.
  • Cinematic action sequences integrated into gameplay.
  • Multiplayer modes with competitive and cooperative gameplay options.
• New Game Plus:
  • New Game Plus starts the player at the beginning of the game with all previously unlocked abilities, items, and upgrades retained.
  • Increased enemy difficulty and new challenges.
  • Stronger enemies and the introduction of new, tougher versions of bosses.
  • Weapons, upgrades, items, and skills from the initial playthrough are retained.
• Remastered Edition:
  • 07 October 2015
  • Uncharted: The Nathan Drake Collection
  • PlayStation 4
  • Enhanced graphics with 1080p resolution, improved textures, and faster loading times.

Setting and Inspiration:

• Period:
  • Set in the modern-day world with references to historical events and locations.
• Place:
  • The game takes place in various exotic locations, including London, Syria, Yemen, and the Rub' al Khali desert.

Music:

• Composer:
  • Greg Edmonson
• Tracklist:
  • Nate's Theme 3.0
  • Atlantis of the Sands
  • The Setup
  • Small Beginnings
  • Bazaar Brawl - Azam Ali
  • The Settlement
  • Badlands
  • As Above, So Below
  • Iram of the Pillars
  • Arachnophobia
  • The London Underground
  • Mind Games - Azam Ali
  • Sink or Swim
  • The Empty Quarter - Clint Bajakian
  • Boarding Party
  • Second-Story Work
  • Maritime Malfeasance
  • Drake's Return
  • Shootout
  • Oh No Chateau
  • Science and Magic
  • Museum Bust
  • Searching for Sully
  • The Caravan - Azam Ali
  • Pursuit
  • Something Better

Reception:

• Awards:
  • The Game Awards 2011:
    * Best Action/Adventure Game (Winner)
    * Best Graphics (Winner)
  • BAFTA Games Awards 2012:
    * Best Game (Nominee)
    * Story (Nominee)
  • Golden Joystick Awards 2011:
    * Ultimate Game of the Year (Winner)
• Achievements:
  • Over 6 million copies sold worldwide
  • Featured in multiple "Best Games of the Decade" lists
• Quotes:
  • An epic adventure that solidifies Uncharted's place as one of the greatest gaming franchises. - IGN
  • Drake's Deception is a thrilling ride from start to finish. - GameSpot
  • A masterclass in action-adventure storytelling. - Polygon

Bonus Content:

• Easter Eggs:
  • In the London Underground level, there are posters for Jak and Daxter: The Lost Frontier.
  • Nathan Drake's ring has the inscription "Sic Parvis Magna," which means "Greatness from Small Beginnings," a nod to Sir Francis Drake.
• Creative Loading Screens:
  • Features trivia about the game's development and the historical context of the story.
• Iconic Quotes:
  • All men dream: but not equally. Those who dream by night in the dusty recesses of their minds, wake in the day to find that it was vanity: but the dreamers of the day are dangerous men, for they may act their dream with open eyes, to make it possible. This, I did. - Nathan Drake
    Uh-huh. That's all real pretty but, what the hell's it mean in English? - Victor Sullivan
    It means, be careful what you wish for. It might just get you. - Nathan Drake
• Fun Facts:
  • The game's title, Drake's Deception, refers to both Nathan Drake's self-deception about his motives and the deceptive nature of the adventure itself.
  • Nolan North, who voices Nathan Drake, performed many of his own stunts for the game's motion capture.
  • The desert scenes in the game were inspired by Lawrence of Arabia, both the real-life figure and the classic film.
  • The game's development included extensive research into historical myths and legends about the lost city of Ubar.
  • Uncharted 3 was the first game in the series to feature 3D support on the PlayStation 3.
  • The sinking ship sequence is one of the most technically complex set pieces in the game, showcasing Naughty Dog's prowess in creating dynamic environments.
  • The multiplayer mode introduced new cooperative and competitive gameplay options, expanding on the success of Uncharted 2's multiplayer.
  • The game's soundtrack, composed by Greg Edmonson, blends orchestral and ethnic elements to enhance the adventurous atmosphere.
  • Several members of the development team traveled to various locations, including Jordan, to gather inspiration for the game's environments.
  • The character Katherine Marlowe is based on historical figures involved in secret societies and espionage.

Voice Cast:

• Nolan North as Nathan Drake
• Richard McGonagle as Victor Sullivan
• Emily Rose as Elena Fisher
• Claudia Black as Chloe Frazer
• Graham McTavish as Charlie Cutter
• Rosalind Ayres as Katherine Marlowe
• Robin Atkin Downes as Talbot
• William Brent as Young Nathan Drake
• Sayed Badreya as Rameses