Naughty Dog Already Cranking On Uncharted 3?
Naughty Dog has taken home a truckload of awards for Uncharted 2: Among Thieves, which is arguably the greatest game of the generation (note I said "arguably," MGS4 fans).
But just because they're the toast of the developer town doesn't mean they're all in Maui or Honolulu, enjoying a much-deserved break. Well, maybe they did do that but now, it appears they're back to work and likely cranking away on a third Uncharted installment. As noted by GameGuru, the LinkedIn profile for Animator David Lam shows he's currently working with Naughty Dog on an "Unannounced Project." For the record, Lam worked on Uncharted 2 and Halo 3: ODST last year, so it would make perfect sense for him to return. Who wouldn't want to be working for Naughty Dog right now? This comes hot on the heels of learning that an ex-Tomb Raider designer had also signed on with the talented development team to work on a particular project. It seems very likely that it's Uncharted 3; even if they wanted to do something else, we can imagine Sony's insistence that a third installment is absolutely necessary. So might we start seeing info as soon as this year's holiday season...?
We just hope they take their time and do it correctly; we don't need an annual title like Call of Duty or Madden. Really, let's not rush 'em. Uncharted must remain nigh-on flawless!
3/31/2010 10:45:17 AM Ben Dutka
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Mavfan321
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 11:42:00 AM
kraygen
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 1:35:45 PM
Even if it's not your thing, anyone with a decent understanding of reality could admit its incredible quality.
Imagi
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 2:01:28 PM
ace_boon_coon
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 3:50:18 PM
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Thursday, April 01, 2010 @ 2:05:52 AM
Silent_J
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 11:07:08 AM
chedison
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 11:50:45 AM
Zorigo
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 12:38:34 PM
if it is the third uncharted, i could wait another year probably, dont rush it at all. i want it to be perfect. there probably isn't much more they can do to it, but im no dev, so if there is, rock and roll.
as long as they dont fiddle with the controls. they work fine.
im sure naughty dog wont fail to impress
WorldEndsWithMe
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 12:57:05 PM
B-RadGfromOV
Thursday, April 01, 2010 @ 4:56:33 AM
michiganfan1983
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 11:12:06 AM
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chedison
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 11:51:53 AM
Highlander
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 1:18:46 PM
Silent_J
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 2:05:28 PM
Silent_J
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 2:05:30 PM
tridon
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 11:19:57 AM
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Anyway, if it is indeed Uncharted 3, then I guess we're one step closer to an Uncharted racing title. LOL. Think about it; the Crash trilogy was followed by a racing title and then the Jak & Daxter trilogy was followed by a racer, too. It's only inevitable.
main_event05
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 11:22:11 AM
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TEG3SH
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 12:09:08 PM
main_event05
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 12:11:16 PM
WorldEndsWithMe
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 12:59:38 PM
Alienange
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 1:46:28 PM
main_event05
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 1:56:30 PM
LimitedVertigo
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 2:01:25 PM
main_event05
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 2:21:15 PM
main_event05
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 11:23:54 PM
noshownogo
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 11:32:48 AM
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vicious54
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 11:49:11 AM
big6
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 11:53:42 AM
Bugzbunny109
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 11:45:58 AM
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godsman
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 12:01:30 PM
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Unlike GoW3 where you eventually run out of gods to kill, in Uncharted, you never run out of treasures to hunt for. Sequels can come every two to three years.
Highlander
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 1:15:57 PM
Jawknee
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 2:03:56 PM
Silent_J
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 2:12:40 PM
MyWorstNightmar
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 3:17:43 PM
Part of me thinks, why would I want this game if the graphics are blah, but from everything I have read from those who have had a chance to preview the game, they all say it is a definate purchase.
Jawknee
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 3:37:45 PM
MyWorstNightmar
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 3:57:19 PM
Jawknee
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 3:59:16 PM
LimitedVertigo
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 4:09:20 PM
Shams
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 6:32:42 PM
Sure, it provided the game with a setting, context, and set pieces, but just watch all the clips on youtube, and you'll see what I mean. It was never that deep. After the first, Kratos as a character was set in stone, character development and motivations were flat, not to mention the gaping plot hole where Kratos uses the sisters of fate to save himself, rather than saving his family. The game was more about atmosphere, mood, cinematic action, level design, visuals, sound, and music. But, because the game did so well in these departments, it still was a crazy-fun experience.
What I mean to say, is that GOW can very well be resurrected for future iterations, and even do better, in the same way an Uncharted, or a Zelda, or a Megaman can. Imagine a GOW that takes place in the future where Kratos is resurrected by a secret archaelogist mission to fight warring legions of aliens who had posed as gods throughout the history of mankind. The scientists use a time machine to allow him to go back to various times in human history (Ancient Sumerian, Egyptian, Mayan, and so forth), After carrying out his missions, he would be given the chance to go back in time to save his wife and child, and even his brother, only to find out his brother ends up becoming just like he had become, but in the future. I think that would work!
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Godslim
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 12:28:24 PM
DeathOfChaos
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 12:12:56 PM
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Underdog15
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 1:47:00 PM
shaydey77
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 9:16:13 PM
Highlander
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 1:15:06 PM
MyWorstNightmar
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 3:23:39 PM
Due to your avatar, I always thought you were very well to do, what with your classy attire, pompous look, and of course you are looking down on us. I guess even your riches couldn't withstand Obama, assuming you are from the States that is.
Fear not, we will get you back on track in 2012! Which by the way, we might have an Uncharted 3 that year.
Jawknee
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 3:41:09 PM
LimitedVertigo
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 4:23:19 PM
MyWorstNightmar
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 4:26:56 PM
LimitedVertigo
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 4:40:08 PM
Godslim
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 5:03:21 PM
WorldEndsWithMe
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 9:01:55 PM
LimitedVertigo
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 12:34:16 PM
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Ben Dutka PSXE [Administrator]
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 12:34:50 PM
kraygen
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 1:41:46 PM
MyWorstNightmar
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 3:25:35 PM
LimitedVertigo
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 3:51:22 PM
MyWorstNightmar
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 4:01:36 PM
LimitedVertigo
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 4:10:20 PM
MyWorstNightmar
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 4:22:39 PM
It gave me chills when they first saw themselves when they were hiding in the van, watching...themselves.
I need to rent it again.
Main - it is about a couple of guys that were making something scientific like, but had no intention of making something with the intent of time travel, but after fireing it up, they discovered they discovered they made a small device capable of time travel. So what do they do? Make a bigger box of course, get inside and see what happens. Hope I didn't give too much away, but you asked.
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LimitedVertigo
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 4:24:41 PM
main_event05
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 4:26:41 PM
MyWorstNightmar
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 4:29:01 PM
LimitedVertigo
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 4:41:05 PM
MyWorstNightmar
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 4:53:58 PM
main_event05
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 5:20:39 PM
LV - 'I own it.'
Main - 'What's this now?'
Nightmar - 'Primer, great movie, check it out.'
Main - 'Hey I will! Thanks LV. Here is a dollar.'
Nightmar - 'WTF?'
Main - 'Did you hear something?'
LV - 'Nope, anyone want a Margarita?'
lol, but honestly i didn't see your post before i commented thanks Nightmar.
I'll write you a check (boing)
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MyWorstNightmar
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 5:42:07 PM
main_event05
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 5:48:47 PM
FullmetalX10
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 6:04:17 PM
BikerSaint
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 6:17:31 PM
WorldEndsWithMe
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 1:04:11 PM
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Also I think it would be cool to split up some missions and let you control the other characters a bit.
...Sully is my grandpa...
Highlander
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 1:14:08 PM
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The thing is, what I want from Uncharted 3 is more Uncharted 2. Let me explain what I mean. I loved the story in Uncharted 2, the epic battles mixed with awesome and huge platforming sequences, the train, the monastery, the heist, the village, the finale. The game was immense, and I want MORE of that. I don't personally need the graphics to be that much better, in fact I would be happy with the same quality as Uncharted 2, with as much spit and polish as the devs can muster.
Uncharted 3 needs to maintain the scale, the epicness, and the length of story. If anything, make the story longer. More story, bring back Chloe, Elena and of course Sully...
Gee, I don't want much, do I?
maxpontiac
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 1:17:15 PM
Jawknee
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 1:29:30 PM
FullmetalX10
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 6:08:46 PM
maxpontiac
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 1:16:40 PM
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shadowscorpio
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 1:31:55 PM
Know whats funny? I've been a MGS fan for quite a while yet i've only played the first game. I actually own 1,2 and 3 and haven't picked up 4 yet. My excuse? None really except for the fact that there are so many good games now and they're side tracking me.
shadowscorpio
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 1:28:29 PM
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Jawknee
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 1:30:18 PM
shadowscorpio
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 1:34:32 PM
Highlander
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 1:36:04 PM
Jawknee
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 1:43:39 PM
shadowscorpio
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 1:49:41 PM
Jawknee
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 1:55:47 PM
SvenMD
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 2:21:15 PM
Highlander
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 5:28:19 PM
FullmetalX10
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 6:13:15 PM
That Lazaravic battle on crushing pissed me off friggin bad, after like ten minutes I too used that method Highlander, and I openly admit to it. i take my hat off to anyone who actually beat him without the "cheap" method, and I don't even have a hat.
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main_event05
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Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 2:07:34 PM
NoSmokingBandit
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Jawknee
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 2:37:22 PM
Highlander
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Scarecrow
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 4:09:42 PM
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Seriously, I can't wait to see what the new plot will be and in what impossible situation it places him in.
Naughty Dog along with Konami and Polyphony have been the only three companies I could ALWAYS rely on on for 3 Playstation generations!
Hope they give us at least a teaser at E3, but if not that's ok.
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main_event05
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 4:21:15 PM
FlyingKickPunch
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 4:32:47 PM
Oyashiro
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 10:06:18 PM
noshownogo
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FullmetalX10
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 6:18:21 PM
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bigrailer19
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 11:34:05 PM
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And what about the GOW fans? Personally my mind changes daily on which game is my personal fav. this gen. Before GOW3 it was def. UC2, and before that it was MGS4, theres a trend here...
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Thursday, April 01, 2010 @ 2:03:34 AM
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GO BACK AND GIVE YOUR FANS WHAT THEY WANT!!!!!
i swear to god if psm3 was just teasing me, and crash bandicoot is not getting a remake i cant be held responsible for my actions!
must i get a wii to enjoy proper old styled 2D platformers?
why is it the wii is the only console thats getting 2D platformers?
i was watching xplay today and they showed 4 2D platformers releasing in summer this year and they all were exclusive to wii.
2D platforming is patented to the wii is it?
Richy
Thursday, April 01, 2010 @ 8:17:59 AM
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i've just re-started UC1 & never played UC2 SP, just one hour of MP on it, so ND you can take all your time, there's no fire ;)
I'm overhype though about a third installment but would also love any new IP.
too bad there are some great titles coming on the other side too & i don't have my new PC yet.
that's weird, i can't get myself to love mgs4, i tried the demo & kept thinking why would i buy this, even if the actual price is good. i will give it another try & really hope to like it, i love the concept behind & i'm sure the demo doesn't do the game justice.
cheers!

Uncharted 2: Among Thieves









Underdog15
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Wednesday, March 31, 2010 @ 11:00:38 AM
(I loved your review on CoD: MW2, by the way)