Pros & Cons
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- Superb graphics.
- Fantastic storyline.
- Solid gameplay.
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- No 1080p resolution.
- Puzzles throughout the game are not very challenging
Uncharted 2: Among Thieves Specs
| ESRB Rating: | T for Teen |
| Genre: | Action Games |
| Platform: | PlayStation 3 |
Uncharted 2 will keep you on the edge of your seat from beginning to end. The game begins with one of the most brilliant opening scenes I've ever seen. The game is packed with thrills, superb graphics, some puzzles (albeit not very challenging ones), and incredible cut scenes. Generally I'm not a big fan of cut scenes, but the developers did an excellent job of integrating good ones into the storyline at just the right moments.
As the Halo series is exclusive to the Xbox, the Uncharted series is exclusive to PlayStation. Although one doesn't have to have played the game's predecessor, Uncharted: Drake's Fortune, to get started on this sequel—it's certainly not a bad idea. The first installment was a very good game, but Uncharted 2 takes it to the next level by tweaking all of the areas that were lagging in the first game. The result is fantastic.
The single-player story mode offers about 12-20 hours of gameplay for most. A multiplayer option has been added to this sequel. It's extremely addictive, providing endless hours of entertainment. In multiplayer mode you'll be able to play five-on-five death matches, objective oriented matches, and co-op. Not only was multiplayer entertaining, but I found that it never experienced lag or disconnect.
On the flip side, the game is in 720p definition. 1080p would have been better for a PS3-exclusive title. Additionally, puzzles throughout the game could have been a bit more challenging. That said, Uncharted 2 is a great game that no PS3 owner should pass up. It's a prime contender for Game of the Year.
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