This list of games like Uncharted is populated by all the tittles that provide similar gameplay scenarios to the wonderful series by Naughty Dog. The franchise which came in being in 2007 has been providing mouth-watering gameplay and Hollywood-like cinematics to PS3 gamers for almost five years now. Being exclusive to PlayStation, the series is frustratingly inaccessible to gamers who prefer other platforms. All of the tiles listed below, except one, are available for platforms other than the PS3.
The series is known for its action adventure gameplay which is punctuated regularly by challenging puzzles and frenzied gunfights. And who can forget the realistic melee attacks and the exciting platforming. These games come the closest they can get to Uncharted with respect to these elements.
1 – Tomb Raider: Underworld
Moving across ledges, reaching unconquered heights, zip-lining across huge gaps and the likes used to be Lara Croft’s territory until Nathan Drake came along to share the honors. And the adventure-hungry protagonist has a thing or two common with Drake as well.
Tomb Raider: Underworld, which was first released in 2008, lets you indulge in large amounts of platforming and adventure gameplay which is accompanied by puzzles and cinematics that are remarkably reminiscent of the ones in Naughty Dog’s series. You can get this game now for a number of different platforms.
2 – Max Payne 3
Second in our catalog of games similar to Uncharted is a shooter which will grant you exhilarating thrills with its cover-based gunfights. This title from legendary developer Rockstar Games narrates the tragic story of the titular ex-cop who’s doing all that he can to free himself off his catastrophic past.
Max Payne 3 transpires mostly in São Paulo, and the stunning recreation of the city’s environments will quite literally blow your minds away. Another interesting element is the bullet-time feature which lets slows down time for you to shoot enemies accurately.
3 – Prince of Persia: The Forgotten Sands
The Forgotten Sands takes the ever so intriguing Prince of Persia storyline to new heights. The much loved hack and slash combat from the series can be experienced in all its glory with this game. But if you’re a fan of Nathan Drake, you’ll be more interested in the brilliant platforming that this title has to offer.
And then there are the adventure attributes that take keep you busy with their puzzles and other aspects. It is available to purchase now for the PS3, Xbox 360, Wii, PC, DS as well as the PSP.
4 – Batman: Arkham City
The caped crusader’s second outing in Rocksteady Studios’ Arkham series won tons of accolades when it came out last year for the PS3, Xbox 360 and PC. With its single-player gameplay, this title proffers you an open world which is filled with all kinds of criminal activities that you must vanquish.
What makes it a game that Uncharted fans would love are its testing stealth-based puzzles. With all kinds of futuristic gadgets at hand, you need to put your brains to test in this gem of a game which is also set to release for the Wii U later this year.
5 – inFamous 2
inFamous 2 is fraught with almost all the things that are needed to grant you an absolutely wonderful gaming experience. This PS3 exclusive is essentially an open world action adventure game which lets you assume the role of an unusual superhero who possesses the power of Electrokinesis.
But the fact that it kicks in a decent amount of platforming and spectacular melee mechanics make it a right fit into our compilation of games like Uncharted.
6 – Assassin’s Creed: Brotherhood
The Assassin’s Creed series can rightfully be counted amongst the best things to have happened to gaming in modern times. Brotherhood was launched by Ubisoft in 2010, and was nothing less than an instant hit.
Its Uncharted-like platforming, enhanced parkour mechanics and an adventure-based story filled with conspiracies, are the things that will keep you occupied all the time. The game even features a decent multiplayer model. And although it is nothing like the multiplayer within Naughty Dog’s titles, it sure is something that should be jumped into while you’re at it.
7 – Tomb Raider: Legend
Lara Croft makes her second appearance on our roster of Uncharted alternatives with Tomb Raider: Legend. The 2006 release developed by Crystal Dynamics has the eccentric explorer travelling to locations all over the world in order to solve an intriguing mystery.
Lots of platforming and puzzle-solving are in it as well. This game, along with TR: Anniversary and TR: Underworld, forms part of the Tomb Raider HD Trilogy which can be purchased now. Fans of the series are also looking forward to the reboot of the franchise which is set to release early next year.
8 – Hydrophobia Prophecy
Hydrophobia Prophecy is a third person survival adventure which takes place in a floating city. Terrorists have taken control of the premises, and Kate is faced with the task of stopping them in their tracks while overcoming her haunting childhood memories. This game features fast-paced action and magnificent visuals, especially those of its water dynamics.
In fact, the pragmatic water simulation is so authentic that it infuses you with absolute fear at times when Kate is in trouble. Its innovative shooting and platforming place this game in the same league as Uncharted. It is available now for multiple platforms.
Conclusion:
That ends our list of games like Uncharted which we’ve concocted for all those who’re looking for similar experiences from other titles. All these game, except for inFamous 2 are available for platforms other than the PS3, so you needn’t complain more about the issue of Uncharted’s exclusivity to Sony’s consoles.