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Uncharted 4: A Thief End vs Far Cry 3
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Release Date | |
May 10, 2016 | Nov 29, 2012 |
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Naughty Dog, Iron Galaxy (PC Port for Legacy of Thieves Collection) | Ubisoft Montreal, Ubisoft Massive, Ubisoft Reflections, Ubisoft Shanghai, Ubisoft Red Storm |
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Sony Interactive Entertainment | Ubisoft |
Genre(s) | |
Action-Adventure, Third-Person Shooter, Platformer, Stealth | Action-Adventure, Open World, First-Person Shooter |
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Naughty Dog Game Engine (Proprietary) | Dunia Engine 2 (Modified CryEngine) |
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Content Rating | |
Teen | Mature 17+ |
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4.8 / 5.0 | 4.5 / 5.0 |
Current Price (USD) | |
$49.99 | $19.99 |
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Skills & Progression | |
Uncharted 4 does not feature a traditional RPG skill tree or extensive character stat upgrades for Nathan Drake. Progression is primarily through acquiring new weapons and gear found in levels or dropped by enemies. There are no craftable upgrades for Nate's personal abilities. Gameplay mastery comes from improving player skill in combat, stealth, platforming, and puzzle-solving. Some weapon 'upgrades' are simply finding more powerful versions or attachments. The grappling hook is a key new tool that enhances traversal and combat options. |
Jason Brody's progression is tied to the Tatau, a series of mystical tattoos that expand as he gains experience and unlocks skills. Skills are divided into three trees: The Heron (long-range combat, mobility, stealth), The Shark (assault tactics, takedowns, health), and The Spider (survival, crafting, hunting). Skill points are earned by gaining XP from missions, liberating outposts, hunting, and finding collectibles. Crafting is vital for upgrading gear capacity (weapon holsters, ammo pouches, loot rucksacks, syringe kits, etc.) using animal skins hunted from the islands' diverse wildlife. Syringes can also be crafted from plants to provide healing or temporary combat buffs. |
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World & Level Design | |
N/A | The Rook Islands consist of two main islands: the North Island and the South Island. The North Island, where the game primarily begins, is controlled by Vaas's pirates and is characterized by lush jungles, beaches, and pirate outposts. The South Island, unlocked later, is controlled by Hoyt Volker's private military company and features more rugged terrain, savannahs, and heavily fortified bases. The total map size is substantial, offering diverse environments for exploration and combat. |
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Multiplayer Details | |
N/A | 1. Cooperative Campaign (4 Players): A distinct story campaign following four new characters (Callum, Leonard, Mikhail, Tisha) seeking revenge against their former captain who sold them into slavery. 2. Competitive Multiplayer (up to 14 players): Featured modes like Team Deathmatch, Domination, Firestorm (capture points and ignite enemy fuel depots), and Transmission (capture radio transmitters). Players could use battle cries for temporary team buffs. A Map Editor was also included, allowing players to create and share their own multiplayer maps. |
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Available Editions | |
Available in Standard Edition, Special Edition (SteelBook, artbook, Naughty Dog points), Libertalia Collector's Edition (12" Nathan Drake statue, SteelBook, artbook, Naughty Dog points, sticker sheet, multiplayer outfits/weapon skins). Later released as part of the 'Uncharted: Legacy of Thieves Collection' for PS5 and PC, which also includes 'Uncharted: The Lost Legacy' and features enhanced graphics and performance options. |
Far Cry 3 had several editions: Standard Edition, The Lost Expeditions Edition (included 2 bonus missions and a Japanese Type 10 flare gun), Insane Edition (Collector's Edition with a Vaas Wahine bobblehead, survival guide, digital content including 'Monkey Business' pack, Lost Expeditions, Hunter Pack, Warrior Pack, Predator Pack). Far Cry 3 Classic Edition was later released for PS4/Xbox One and given free to Far Cry 5 Season Pass holders, featuring enhanced graphics for consoles. |
Post-Launch Content / DLC | |
The primary post-launch content was the standalone story expansion 'Uncharted: The Lost Legacy' (starring Chloe Frazer and Nadine Ross), which was also included in the 'Legacy of Thieves Collection'. The original PS4 version of Uncharted 4 received numerous free updates for its multiplayer mode, including new maps, modes, weapons, and cosmetic items. No single-player story DLC directly for Nathan Drake's Uncharted 4 story was released. |
DLC included the 'Monkey Business' pack (4 missions with Hurk and unique monkeys), 'The Lost Expeditions' (2 missions), and various 'Warrior,' 'Hunter,' and 'Predator' packs which offered unique weapons, animal skins for crafting, or multiplayer content. A free 'High Tides' co-op DLC added two new chapters to the cooperative campaign. |
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Graphics & Visual Fidelity | |
Powered by Naughty Dog's proprietary engine, Uncharted 4 is renowned for its groundbreaking visuals, especially at the time of its PS4 release. It features incredibly detailed character models with realistic animations and facial expressions, breathtaking and diverse environments, advanced lighting and shadow effects, and spectacular cinematic set pieces. The level of environmental detail, from foliage and water effects to material textures, is exceptional. The PS5 and PC versions in the 'Legacy of Thieves Collection' offer enhanced resolutions, frame rates, and graphical settings. |
Powered by the Dunia Engine 2, Far Cry 3 was praised for its stunning visuals at the time of release, depicting lush tropical jungles, vibrant coral reefs, sandy beaches, and detailed character models. It featured advanced lighting, water effects, and dense foliage. DirectX 11 support on PC allowed for enhanced features like HDAO (High Definition Ambient Occlusion) and MSAA (Multisample Anti-Aliasing). |
Audio & Soundtrack | |
Original score composed by Henry Jackman, featuring sweeping orchestral themes, adventurous melodies, and emotionally resonant pieces that underscore the narrative's highs and lows. The music dynamically adapts to gameplay, building tension during combat and enhancing the sense of wonder during exploration. Sound design is top-notch, with impactful weapon sounds, detailed environmental ambiances, and stellar voice acting. |
The original score by Brian Tyler features a mix of orchestral, electronic, and tribal elements, reflecting the game's tropical setting and Jason's psychological transformation. The licensed track 'Make It Bun Dem' by Skrillex & Damian Marley is famously used in the 'Kick the Hornet's Nest' mission. Sound design effectively captures the dense jungle atmosphere, wildlife sounds, and intense combat audio. Vaas Montenegro's voice acting by Michael Mando is iconic and widely praised. |
User Interface (UI/UX) | |
Features a minimalistic and cinematic HUD, displaying ammo count, equipped weapon, and contextual prompts for interactions, stealth, and combat. A simple objective marker guides players. No traditional mini-map during gameplay to enhance immersion; players rely on environmental cues and Nate's journal. The journal contains sketches, notes, and puzzle solutions. |
Standard first-person HUD with a mini-map, health (regenerating segments), ammo count, and objective markers. The Tatau on Jason's arm visually represents his skill progression. A radial menu is used for weapon selection and syringe use. The world map allows for waypoint placement and tracking of discovered locations and collectibles. |
Accessibility Options | |
Naughty Dog has been a leader in accessibility. Uncharted 4 (especially in the Legacy of Thieves Collection) offers a wide array of options: extensive control remapping, subtitle and caption customization (size, color, background, speaker names), options for motion blur/camera shake, aim assist lock-on, options for QTEs (hold vs. tap), high contrast modes, audio cues for collectibles and combat, navigation assistance, and more. |
Accessibility options were more limited compared to modern titles but included subtitle display, customizable controls (key remapping, sensitivity), and aim assist. The game's design, with clear objective markers and a mini-map, aided general playability. |
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720p (HD) - Minimum (720p ~30 FPS, Medium Preset) (Medium Preset) CPU: Minimum desktop CPU for lower settings. CPU (Laptop): Estimated laptop CPU equivalent. Modern i5/Ryzen 5 U or H series better. GPU: Minimum desktop GPU for lower settings. GPU (Laptop): Estimated laptop GPUs. 4GB VRAM is absolute minimum. RAM: 8GB minimum, but 16GB strongly recommended by developers for a smoother experience. Storage: HDD absolute minimum, SSD highly recommended. | |
memoryCPU: Intel Core i5-4430 or AMD Ryzen 3 1200 developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960 (4GB) or AMD Radeon R9 290X (4GB) laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i5-7300HQ / AMD Ryzen 3 3200U equivalent or better laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Mobile (4GB) / GTX 1650 Mobile (4GB). **An RTX 3050 Mobile would be a significantly better starting point.** layersRAM: 8 GB saveStorage (Tier): 126 GB HDD (SSD Recommended) | — |
1080p (Full HD) - Performance (1080p ~60 FPS, High Preset using Performance Upscaling/Settings) (High Preset (Tweaked for performance, DLSS/FSR Performance may be needed)) CPU: CPU for 1080p/60FPS High. CPU (Laptop): High-end laptop CPU. GPU: Recommended desktop GPU for 1080p/60FPS High. GPU (Laptop): Performance laptop GPUs. 8GB VRAM ideal. RAM: 16GB RAM recommended. Storage: NVMe SSD strongly recommended. | |
memoryCPU: Intel Core i7-7700K or AMD Ryzen 7 3700X developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 (8GB) or AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT (8GB) laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i7-9750H / AMD Ryzen 7 4800H or better laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile (8GB) / RTX 3060 Mobile (6GB, High TGP). **An RTX 3070 Mobile or RTX 4060 Mobile (High TGP) will provide excellent 1080p High performance.** layersRAM: 16 GB saveStorage (Tier): 126 GB NVMe SSD | — |
1080p (Full HD) - Recommended (DX11, High Settings, 1080p ~30-60 FPS) (High Preset, DirectX 11) CPU: Recommended desktop CPU for 1080p. CPU (Laptop): Estimated mid-range laptop CPUs for smoother 1080p gameplay. GPU: Recommended desktop GPU for 1080p high settings with DX11. GPU (Laptop): Estimated performance-focused laptop GPUs for recommended 1080p. RAM: Recommended RAM for smoother performance (8GB standard for modern gaming). Storage: SSD strongly recommended. | |
— | memoryCPU: Intel Core i3-530 @ 2.9 GHz or AMD Phenom II X2 565 @ 3.4 GHz or better developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 560 Ti (1GB) or AMD Radeon HD 7850 (1GB) or better laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i5-480M / AMD Phenom II X4 N930 or better. **Modern laptop CPUs like Intel Core i3 10th gen+ / AMD Ryzen 3 2000 series+ are vastly superior.** laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce GTX 480M / GTX 570M / AMD Radeon HD 6970M equivalent or better. **Modern laptop GPUs like the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Mobile, RTX 4050 Mobile, and above will achieve extremely high framerates at 1080p/1440p Ultra.** layersRAM: 4 GB saveStorage (Tier): 15 GB HDD (SSD Recommended) |
1080p (Full HD) - Recommended (1080p ~30 FPS, High Preset) (High Preset) CPU: Recommended desktop CPU for 1080p/30FPS High settings. CPU (Laptop): Estimated mid-range laptop CPUs. GPU: Recommended desktop GPU for 1080p/30FPS High. GPU (Laptop): Estimated performance-focused laptop GPUs. 6GB VRAM recommended. RAM: 16GB RAM strongly recommended. Storage: SSD strongly recommended. | |
memoryCPU: Intel Core i7-4770 or AMD Ryzen 5 1500X developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 (6GB) or AMD Radeon RX 570 (4GB) laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i7-7700HQ / AMD Ryzen 5 3550H equivalent or better laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti Mobile (6GB) / RTX 2060 Mobile (6GB). **An RTX 3060 Mobile or RTX 4050 Mobile (High TGP) is a good target for 1080p High.** layersRAM: 16 GB saveStorage (Tier): 126 GB SSD | — |
1080p (Full HD) - Minimum (DX9, Low Settings, ~720p/1080p Low) (Low Preset, DirectX 9) CPU: Minimum desktop CPU for playable framerates. CPU (Laptop): Estimated laptop CPU equivalent for minimum performance. Any modern laptop CPU will far exceed this. GPU: Minimum desktop GPU for DX9. GPU (Laptop): Estimated laptop GPUs for minimum performance targets. Modern GPUs are orders of magnitude faster. RAM: Minimum RAM requirement. Storage: HDD is minimum. | |
— | memoryCPU: Intel Core 2 Duo E6700 @ 2.6 GHz or AMD Athlon 64 X2 6000+ @ 3.0 GHz developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce 8800GTX (512MB) or AMD Radeon HD 2900 PRO (512MB) laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i3-330M / AMD Turion II P520 equivalent or better laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce GT 330M / AMD Mobility Radeon HD 4650 equivalent or better. **Any modern integrated GPU (Intel Iris Xe, AMD Radeon Graphics) or entry-level dedicated GPU (RTX 3050 Mobile, etc.) will run this game at high settings 1080p effortlessly.** layersRAM: 2 GB saveStorage (Tier): 15 GB HDD |
1440p (QHD/2K) - Ultra (1440p ~60 FPS, Ultra Preset, DLSS/FSR Quality/Balanced) (Ultra Preset (DLSS/FSR Quality or Balanced recommended)) CPU: CPU for 1440p/60FPS Ultra. CPU (Laptop): High-end laptop CPU. GPU: Desktop GPU for 1440p/60FPS Ultra. GPU (Laptop): High-end laptop GPUs. 10GB+ VRAM critical. RAM: 16GB RAM essential, 32GB beneficial. Storage: NVMe SSD required. | |
memoryCPU: Intel Core i7-9700K or AMD Ryzen 7 3800X developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 (10GB) or AMD Radeon RX 6800 (16GB) laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i7-10875H / AMD Ryzen 7 5800H or better. **Modern i7/Ryzen 7 H/HX series.** laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Mobile (10GB/16GB, Max TGP) / RTX 4070 Mobile (8GB, Max TGP). **An RTX 4080 Mobile would be better for consistent 1440p Ultra performance.** layersRAM: 16 GB saveStorage (Tier): 126 GB NVMe SSD | — |
1440p (QHD/2K) - High Performance (DX11, Ultra Settings, 1080p/1440p 60 FPS+) (Ultra Preset, DirectX 11) CPU: High-end desktop CPU for max settings at launch. CPU (Laptop): Estimated higher-end laptop CPUs. GPU: High-end desktop GPU for ultra settings at launch. GPU (Laptop): Estimated high-end laptop GPUs. RAM: 8GB RAM recommended. Storage: SSD recommended for this tier. | |
— | memoryCPU: Intel Core i7-870 @ 2.93 GHz or AMD FX-4150 @ 3.8 GHz or better developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 670 (2GB) / GTX 760 (2GB) or AMD Radeon HD 7970 (3GB) / R9 280X (3GB) or better laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i7-2630QM or better. **Any modern mid-range or high-end laptop CPU will not bottleneck this game.** laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce GTX 680M / GTX 780M / AMD Radeon HD 8970M equivalent or better. **NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile, RTX 4060 Mobile, and above will run this game at 1440p Ultra settings with very high framerates.** layersRAM: 8 GB saveStorage (Tier): 15 GB SSD. |
2160p (UHD/4K) - Ultimate (2160p/4K ~60 FPS, Ultra Preset, DLSS/FSR Balanced/Performance) (Ultra Preset, DLSS/FSR Balanced or Performance) CPU: Flagship CPU for attempting 4K/60FPS Ultimate. CPU (Laptop): Absolute top-tier laptop CPUs. GPU: Flagship desktop GPU for 4K Ultimate, heavily reliant on DLSS/FSR. GPU (Laptop): The absolute best laptop GPUs, will still need upscaling for smooth 4K Ultra. RAM: 32GB RAM highly recommended for 4K Ultimate. Storage: NVMe SSD required. | |
memoryCPU: Intel Core i9-9900K or AMD Ryzen 9 3950X developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 (16GB) or AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX (24GB) laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i9-11980HK / AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX or better. **Modern flagship Intel/AMD HX series (e.g., 13980HX, 7945HX).** laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Mobile (16GB, Max TGP). **Even this will require DLSS Performance for stable 4K Ultra at ~60FPS. A hypothetical next-gen flagship (e.g., RTX 5090 Mobile or AMD equivalent) would be targeted for a more comfortable native experience. (Highly Speculative)** layersRAM: 16 GB saveStorage (Tier): 126 GB NVMe SSD | — |
2160p (UHD/4K) - Ultra 4K (DX11, High/Ultra Preset, Likely 30-60 FPS with modern high-end) (High/Ultra Preset, DirectX 11) CPU: Modern CPU recommendation for 4K, GPU will be the main factor. CPU (Laptop): Estimated top-tier laptop CPUs for 4K. GPU: Modern GPU recommendation for 4K. Game is not demanding for current high-end cards. GPU (Laptop): Modern high-end laptop GPUs offer excellent 4K performance for this title. RAM: 16GB RAM strongly recommended for 4K. Storage: SSD required for optimal 4K experience. | |
— | memoryCPU: Intel Core i7-4770K @ 3.5 GHz or AMD Ryzen 5 1600 @ 3.2 GHz or better (Modern equivalent) developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 (8GB) / AMD Radeon RX Vega 56 (8GB) or better (Modern equivalent for good 4K) laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i7-7700HQ / AMD Ryzen 7 1700 (Desktop equivalent in laptop) or better. **Modern high-performance laptop CPUs (Intel Core i7/i9 H/HX-series, AMD Ryzen 7/9 HS/HX-series) are more than adequate.** laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 Mobile (8GB) or higher. **NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile (High TGP), RTX 4070 Mobile, and above will achieve very high framerates at 4K Ultra. Even an RTX 3060 Mobile/RTX 4060 Mobile can provide a good 4K experience with some tweaked settings.** layersRAM: 8 GB saveStorage (Tier): 15 GB SSD. |
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Spec: 126 GB available space (SSD Recommended). Note: An NVMe SSD is highly recommended for the best experience, minimizing load times and improving texture streaming in detailed environments. Type: SSD | Spec: 15 GB available space (SSD Recommended for modern play). Note: SSD is recommended for faster load times. Type: SSD |
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Spec: Windows 10 (64-bit, version 1909 or newer) Explanation: 64-bit Windows 10 (specified version or newer) or Windows 11 is required. | Spec: Windows XP (SP3), Windows Vista (SP2), Windows 7 (SP1), Windows 8 (Both 32-bit & 64-bit) Explanation: Original release supported older OS. Windows 10/11 64-bit recommended for modern hardware and the Classic Edition. |
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Spec: DirectX 12 Explanation: DirectX 12 API is required. | Spec: DirectX 9.0c (DirectX 11 supported & recommended for best visuals) Explanation: DirectX 9.0c is minimum, with DX11 features available for enhanced graphics. |
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