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Games You Probably Like, But Shouldn't: Uncharted

July 08, 2009 in Blog comments 14

In the latest in his ongoing column, Brandon explores an aspect of Uncharted that he felt ruined the experience, and that he felt was too quickly overlooked by gamers.

There is one game worse [in a particular aspect] than any I can imagine though; heralded as a diamond in the next generation rough, Uncharted: Drake’s Fortune has a conclusion as discordant from the rest of the game as The Crystal Skull.
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  • 2
    Zero and X Jul 8, 09
    One plot twist doesn't suddenly make the game something I shouldn't like you asshat. I admit it was a shitty plot twist that I didn't care for but that doesn't ruin the entire experience.
  • 0
    Existence Jul 9, 09
    So, he doesn't want me to like it because of the zombies?

    I shall like it, just to spite him.
  • 3
    Gamesta100 Jul 9, 09
    Finding out the inhabitants were turned into 'zombies' was the best bit.
  • 0
    Shuyu Jul 9, 09
    How true. That should have never been in there.

    I much prefer the "We beat Gabriel Roman, we beat Navarro, let's enjoy El Dorado because it's fine and there's no creepy zombie dust of anything and we'll live happily ever after" alternative.
  • 0
    TheBigManAndGarrett Jul 9, 09
    A) Bear in mind this is the author's opinion, and he is expressing why he felt the game was overrated, and B) as explained in the article the twist took the established 'reality' for the game and then did something that did not fit at all with what had been established. Fun? Yes. A weak plot choice? Yes. Just because something is unexpected doesn't make it good. In MGS for example, if they suddenly revealed that a character (Snake, Big Boss, Raiden whoever) was actually an alien, then while it would be a 'good twist' in that no one saw it coming, it clashes with the overall feel and 'reality' of the games.
    • 1
      Zero and X Jul 11, 09
      The title is games you probably like, but shouldn't, that isnt a simple opinion its a statement saying that you're wrong if you enjoy the game, which is ridiculous.
    • 1
      Miss Razz Jul 11, 09
      quote
      In MGS for example, if they suddenly revealed that a character (Snake, Big Boss, Raiden whoever) was actually an alien, then while it would be a 'good twist' in that no one saw it coming, it clashes with the overall feel and 'reality' of the games.
      That would be one of the more believable MGS plot twists, tbh.
  • 1
    Neo Windu Jul 9, 09
    Regardless of anything negative. Uncharted Drakes Fortune is one of the prettiest and amazing games for this generation. It stands out as what gaming should really be about. Fun. When we get to the point where we can't enjoy ourselves over something "Silly". It's time to give up gaming.
    • 0
      TheBigManAndGarrett Jul 9, 09
      I personally agree with you, and I am still discussing with the author/admins of the site about perhaps changing the title to something less aggressive and more subjective. In talking with Brandon personally he doesn't think people shouldn't play it, he is just trying to raise awareness of a big flaw in the game that a lot of perceived fanboys overlook. Again, I am trying to work out a less provacative/flame-inciting title.
  • 0
    kik36 Jul 9, 09
    Great game.....definitely a weird plot twist. But still one everyone SHOULD play.
  • 1
    HisServant77 Jul 9, 09
    A good title? "Hey! You got your Science Fiction in my Action/Adventure!"

    I'm thinking of getting this game. Played the demo but never the game. But one question: What type of "zombies" are these? Are they actually the rotting flesh, living dead type? Because doesn't this game take place in Southern America or something like that? (Central?) There are indeed places where "zombies" exist. They're not real, living dead type who eat brains and all that, but some cultures in those areas know of a particular poison that causes a person to lose control of their actions and almost be hypnotized and things, to where they've been described as real life zombies. It's temporary I think, but still nonetheless . . .

    So if that's similar to how this game deals with "zombies" then it's not as far-fetched from reality as the author may think!
    • 0
      kik36 Jul 9, 09
      I don't want to ruin it for you.....but more along the lines of alien type zombies.
      • 1
        Seeker X Jul 9, 09
        @HisServant77: If you've seen "The Descent" then you get the idea. I have no idea why people are calling them "zombies", they're not actually dead or anything else that resembles a zombie.

        And guys, really, this is a traditional way to gather attention. Let's just blow something out of proportion than to be reasonable about it just to piss people off and get traffic.
        • 1
          HisServant77 Jul 10, 09
          Hmm . . . no didn't see The Descent either. Now I might have to go watch that movie. And get the game. Daggnabidit, I don't think I can get enough time for the game though! And I can't seem to get it for a decent price.

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