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Uncharted 4: A Thief's End

Uncharted 4: A Thief's End is a 2016 action-adventure video game developed by Naughty Dog and published by Sony Computer Entertainment for PlayStation 4.

Updated September 12, 20261 min readCited sources

Uncharted 4: A Thief's End is a 2016 action-adventure video game developed by Naughty Dog and published by Sony Computer Entertainment for PlayStation 4. It follows retired treasure hunter Nathan Drake as he is drawn back into adventure by his long-lost brother, Sam, in a search for pirate Henry Avery’s treasure.

What it is

Uncharted 4 is a third-person action-adventure game with platforming, exploration, and combat. It is the fourth main entry in the Uncharted series, set three years after Uncharted 3: Drake’s Deception. Players control Nathan Drake as he moves through various environments using climbing and combat mechanics.

Why it matters

The game was widely acclaimed as a cinematic and major entry in the series. It received extensive coverage from outlets including CBC News, reflecting its significance to Canadian gaming audiences. Uncharted 4 was a PlayStation 4 exclusive and a notable release in 2016.

Key details

The story follows Nathan Drake and his brother Sam in pursuit of Henry Avery’s treasure and the pirate utopia of Libertalia. Their search brings them into conflict with Rafe Adler and Nadine Ross. The game was released on May 10, 2016, and developed by Naughty Dog.

In short

  • Third-person action-adventure with platforming
  • Nathan Drake returns from retirement
  • Search for Henry Avery's treasure
  • Introduces brother Sam Drake
Canadian angle

The game has been reviewed and covered by Canadian outlets such as CBC News, reflecting its significance to Canadian gaming audiences.[7]

Quick questions

What kind of game is Uncharted 4: A Thief's End?
It is a third-person action-adventure game with platforming, exploration, combat, and puzzle-solving elements.
Who developed Uncharted 4?
It was developed by Naughty Dog and published by Sony Computer Entertainment.
What is the story about?
Nathan Drake is pulled out of retirement to help his brother Sam search for Henry Avery’s lost pirate treasure.

Sources

  1. PlayStation — https://www.playstation.com/en-us/games/uncharted-4-a-thiefs-end/
    Supports: Release date, platform, series setting, and story premise.
  2. IGN — https://www.ign.com/games/uncharted-4
    Supports: Developer, publisher, release date, platform, and genre.
  3. Wikipedia — https://www.wikipedia.org/wiki/Uncharted_4:_A_Thief's_End
    Supports: Gameplay perspective and plot elements including antagonists and series placement.
  4. CBC News — https://www.cbc.ca/news/entertainment/uncharted-4-game-review-1.3568692
    Supports: Canadian coverage and general reception context.