Uncharted: Drake's Fortune Needs A Remake For Sure

Since The Last of Us Part I was released, a remake that caused a lot of debate about necessity vs. artistry came out, and people are paying more attention to Naughty Dog's earlier games. Fans are still guessing what the studio's next big project will be, but Uncharted: Drake's Fortune stands out as a game that would work really well as a remake.

Drake's Fortune, the first game in one of PlayStation's most famous series, set the standard for action-adventure stories in video games. But when looked at through modern eyes, it's also the weakest entry in the series.

While Uncharted: Drake's Fortune was first released in 2007 for the PlayStation 3, it introduced players to a treasure hunter, Nathan Drake, with a shady past. The game had movie-like scenes, strange locations, and funny banter that would become typical of the series.

If you look at it now, almost twenty years later, you can see how old it is more than ever. This first game in the Uncharted series needs a full remake, not just a remaster, because the controls are bad, and the graphics look old.

Drake's Fortune was popular at the time because it featured lush jungle settings, climbing scenes, and an Indiana Jones-style story. But compared to the games that followed it, this one has more of a tech demo feeling than a fully realized adventure.

There isn't enough weight and accuracy in the shooting, the enemies don't have very good AI, and the levels are mostly made up of repetitive gunfights in wave-based arenas. There were a lot of well-known characters in the game, like Drake, Elena Fisher, and Victor "Sully" Sullivan. They didn't change much, and the story's stakes didn't seem very high.

When modern players try to play the game again, whether through the Nathan Drake Collection or the original release, they often find it strange. The graphics are very bright compared to what we see today, especially the lighting and color grading.

Character animations used to be praised, but now they look rough and unfinished. The controls feel especially loose, especially when you're in a high-stress battle. The original game feels awkward and unfinished when compared to Uncharted 2: Among Thieves, which added smooth movement and gunplay.

Making a new Drake's Fortune is not about missing the old game. It's about making a rough but promising game better than the ones that came after it. The project would be better off with a full rebuild instead of just getting a new look or being ported to new consoles.

Developers could rebuild the game from the ground up using the same technology that was used to make Uncharted 4 or The Last of Us Part I. This would mean changing the animations, combat, and environments, and adding more story beats.

That way, Drake's Fortune could finally turn into the game it was meant to be. The base is strong, with a charismatic main character, a dangerous adventure, and mythological intrigue. It doesn't have the polish and ambition of later entries, though. A remake could fix the problems with the pace, add smarter AI, and add to the set pieces that couldn't be done on the PlayStation 3.

The main plot of Drake's Fortune is still fun to read, but it doesn't feel fully developed by today's standards of storytelling. Drake's family history, the mysterious El Dorado, and his growing feelings for Elena are all touched on in the game, but these themes are often rushed through or not explored at all.

A remake would be a great chance to learn more about these characters. It's possible to add more cutscenes, change the dialogue to fit the series' mature tone, and add new character moments to help explain their motivations and story arcs.

Elena, for example, starts out as a reporter following along for the scoop, but she quickly turns into a standard sidekick. In a perfect world, she would be freer, smarter, and more involved in the treasure hunt.

Similarly, Sully's past and his relationship with Drake could be studied in greater depth, which would add more emotional depth and background to their relationship. These changes would not only bring the story up to date but also make it more relatable and emotionally powerful.

When you fight, Drake's Fortune shows how old it is the most. The gunplay is dull, aiming is slow, and the enemies act like bullet sponges instead of dynamic threats. If there is a remake, the combat should be as good as it was in Uncharted 4, which had responsive controls, a cover that could be destroyed, and AI that behaved in strategic ways. Moment-to-moment gameplay would be better with new animations, better hit detection, and more weapons.

Another important part of the series that needs work is traversal. In 2007, climbing or platforming was new and cool, but now they feel limited. A newer remake might have smoother transitions, more animations that fit the scene, and more levels that go up and down. The puzzles in the original were often too easy or too similar, but they could be made bigger to give players more options and challenges.

The most famous things about Uncharted games are the thrilling set pieces, like train chases, buildings falling, and daring escapes. Even though Drake's Fortune tried to do these things early on, they weren't as big or exciting as they are in later games.

These scenes could be reimagined in a remake to give fans the heart-pounding action they expect. There is a huge amount of potential to add spectacle, whether it's getting out of a falling-down building, surviving a boat chase, or escaping a supernatural encounter.

One thing that stood out even in the first version was how creepy the last act was. The story takes a somewhat scary turn when mutant enemies and a cursed treasure are introduced, which makes a big difference in the mood. This change in tone could be turned into a real survival horror scene by using lighting, sound design, and pacing to strengthen the tension and fear.

Naughty Dog's most recent games are remakes and remasters. It's clear that these games are good, but some fans have wondered if the studio is just being safe. Going back to Uncharted: Drake's Fortune gives us a chance to remake a game that really needs it, instead of just fixing up newer games.

Also, since the Uncharted movie brought the series to new fans, people are interested in Nathan Drake's past again. A remake could be the perfect way for people who are new to the series to start playing. It would also give fans who have been waiting for a long time a chance to see Drake's first adventure in a way that lives up to what came after.

A new version of Drake's Fortune would not only bring an old game up to date, but it would also make it better. It would let Naughty Dog look at the world it made again with fresh eyes, using what it has learned from decades of telling stories and coming up with new ways to design things. More importantly, it would finish the Uncharted series by making sure that all of the games are of the same high quality.

In a remake, Drake's Fortune would not be seen as a relic from a different time but as the start of an epic journey. It should be a game that fans can play all the way through without a significant drop in quality between Uncharted 1 and 2.

The game Uncharted: Drake's Fortune is a classic that should be remembered in more than just a nostalgic way. A new generation of gamers needs to see it rethought, rebuilt, and played. With today's technology and Naughty Dog's continued mastery of story and gameplay, the first Uncharted could be turned into a truly amazing game.

It's the right time. People are willing to pay. In the same way, Nathan Drake's legacy should begin on a high note, showing how far the series would go. There needs to be a full remake of Drake's Fortune, not just a possibility.

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