
I do understand some of the criticisms pointed at Uncharted 4, of course – it’s by no means a perfect game. “ will not redefine the gaming landscape,” I wrote, “but Drake's latest adventure is undoubtedly his greatest yet.” I actually think it’s been bettered by Uncharted: The Lost Legacy since, but that game simply couldn’t exist without its numbered counterpart. However, even back then I was eager to point out that this was not a revolutionary outing like some of its predecessors. I was, admittedly, rather giddy about Nathan Drake’s finale in my Uncharted 4 review a few years ago, describing it as the “apex of cinematic action experiences”. Whether it’s the meteoric rise of Naughty Dog or the fact that it’s a PlayStation 4 exclusive, this title receives some of the most hyperbolic ire online – and considering the web rarely deals in shades of grey, that’s some accolade.


Linger around the right social media circles and you could be forgiven for thinking Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End is one of the worst games ever released.
