Honest Game Trailers Season 3 Episode 66 UNCHARTED (Honest Game Trailers)
- October 13, 2015
Honest Game Trailers is back with Season 3 Episode 66 featuring the critically acclaimed video game franchise UNCHARTED. This episode takes a humorous and brutal look at the beloved adventure game series.
The episode starts by introducing the protagonist of the series, Nathan Drake, a treasure hunter with a witty personality. The narrator describes the stunning graphics and cinematic cutscenes that make the UNCHARTED games feel like an action movie. The episode reviews the storyline of the first game, UNCHARTED: Drake's Fortune, the game's mix of action, puzzle-solving, and exploration.
The narrator points out that the gameplay includes a lot of climbing, but the game mechanics make it easy and fun to do. He also notes the use of quick-time events and the multiple opportunities for the player to mess up at crucial moments. The game's combat system is also reviewed, with an emphasis on the badass and cinematic moves that Nathan Drake pulls off.
Next, the episode delves into the second game, UNCHARTED 2: Among Thieves, which is widely considered the best of the series. The narrator praises the storytelling and character development, specifically that of a new character, Chloe Frazer. The narrator also points out that the game's villain, Zoran Lazarevic, is a formidable foe, and his assistant, Harry Flynn, is untrustworthy.
The third game in the series, UNCHARTED 3: Drake's Deception, is discussed in the next segment. The episode compares the game's pacing to a Hollywood blockbuster, with Nathan Drake traveling around the world to uncover hidden secrets. The graphics and set pieces are impressive, and the narrator comments on the intimidating villain, Katherine Marlowe.
The episode then takes a detour to review UNCHARTED: Golden Abyss, the game released for the PlayStation Vita. While the graphics are not as impressive as the console games, the narrator lauds the game for its use of the Vita's unique features, including touch controls and gyroscope.
Next, the episode covers UNCHARTED 4: A Thief's End, which concluded Nathan Drake's story. The narrator highlights the game's emotional weight and the bond between Nathan and his brother, Sam. The game's graphics and attention to detail are praised, as is the game's final sequence that ties up the series' loose ends.
The episode concludes with a summary of the UNCHARTED franchise's best moments, including the train sequence in Among Thieves, the desert chase in Drake's Deception, and the ending of A Thief's End. However, the episode also pokes fun at the franchise's formulaic approach, including the many times Nathan Drake has started the game alone and unarmed.
Overall, this episode of Honest Game Trailers provides an engaging and hilarious look at the UNCHARTED series, highlighting the games' strengths and weaknesses in equal measure. Any fan of the series will appreciate the show's observations and sharp humor.