Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End, the fourth and final entry in Sony and Naughty Dog’s flagship series, which follows the globe trotting adventure of treasure hunter Nathan Drake, is now out, and it is every bit as great as you might have thought it will be. Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End is a massive game, probably the culmination of everything that Naughty Dog have been working towards over the last decade or so- it is definitely a game that deserves to be experienced by all players alike.
Since it is so much bigger than previous Uncharted games, it can be hard to keep track of everything going on. That’s where we come in- this guide has you covered- from the various collectibles, to the Trophies in the game, to tips and tricks for the game’s multiplayer mode, this guide will be your one stop for everything and anything Uncharted 4.
COLLECTIBLES
Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End has multiple different kinds of collectibles scattered throughout the game, that encourage the replaying of chapters, and going off the beaten trail a bit, in an attempt to scout them out. From treasures and trinkets, to journal entries, to optional conversations, to notes, there’s a lot of stuff to collect that you can’t just come across in the course of a regular playthrough of the game- and some of it is well hidden. No worries- this video playlist below will help you hunt down every last collectible there is in the game.
MULTIPLAYER
Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End has multiplayer. And while multiplayer is never quite the main attraction in an Uncharted game, it is always good enough that you probably want to give it a good go. But it can also be a bit overwhelming- especially since it functions quite differently from the single player modes.
If you are one of the players feeling lost in the multiplayer, we’re here to help. First, here are some basic tips and suggestions to any newcomer starting out in the multiplayer.
- Play the tutorial, and pay close attention to it. Some extremely basic, but important, mechanics are spelt out for you here. Plus you get a Trophy just for completing it, so there’s also that. If you still feel shaky and unsure after completing the tutorial, you can always give Trials Mode a go.
- Blindfire and aiming from the hip can actually be effective in Uncharted 4. Don’t be afraid to give these a try, especially when you are rushing an enemy.
- Charged melee attacks are essential- learn the layout of each map, and learn when and where to use a charged melee attack.
- Be liberal with how you use your throwable items. They recharge rather quickly, and they can be a lifesaver on the battlefield.
- Learn the layout of the map- it can help not just with sneak and charged melee attacks, but also with giving you an advantage by letting you know some handy escape routes.
- Customize your loadouts- pay close care and attention to what you take with you into a multiplayer game. If you’re not doing too well, changing your loadout may be what you need!
Plus, here are some pro tips for those who have mastered the basics:
- Upgrade your gear. This helps improve the effectiveness and recharge rate of your items. Since the upgrade is permanent, the earlier you use it, the more help it will be in a game.
- Command your sidekicks. Each sidekick has their own abilities and personality, and knowing when to utilize them properly can be the difference between victory and defeat.
- On a similar note, maybe learn to take enemy sidekicks out. Rope-punching is one of the most effective ways to do this.
Customization, of course, is necessary if you want to get the upper hand in the multiplayer- that’s where this guide comes in.
Finally, if you wanted to level up quicker in the multiplayer mode, this video below has some handy tips for you:
TROPHIES
One Last Time
Get All Other Trophies
Charted!- Explorer
Complete the game in explorer mode
Charted!- Light
Complete the game in light mode
Charted!- Moderate
Complete the game in moderate mode
Charted!- Hard
Complete the game in hard mode
Charted!- Crushing
Complete the game in crushing mode
Charted!- Speedrun
Completed the game in 6 hours or less
First Treasure
Find a treasure
Treasure Hunter
Find 50 treasures
Treasure Master
Find all treasures
Jot This Down
Find a journal entry
Lost Art of Journaling
Find all journal entries
Take A Note
Find a journal note
Lost History
Find all journal notes
Head of the Class!
Defeat 20 enemies with headshots
You Have A Head For This Business
Defeat 50 enemies with headshots
Hangman’s Bullet
Perform 20 headshots from the rope
Stealth First Ask Questions Later
Stealth take-down 5 enemies
Shh Sleep Now
Stealth take-down 30 enemies
I Thought I Heard Something
Perform 30 vertical stealth takedowns
Run-and-Gunner
Defeat 50 enemies from-the-hip or blind-firing
Leapfrog
Defeat 10 enemies in a row, alternating gunplay and hand-to-hand
Unstoppable!
Defeat 100 enemies in a row in combat without dying
Sharpshooter
Complete game with 70% or higher shot accuracy
Rushing Roulette
Defeat enemies with a pistol, machine gun, and grenade, in that order, in 15 seconds
Ghost in the Cemetery
Get through Scotland cemetery combat encounter without killing or being seen
Butterfingers
Make 10 enemies drop their grenades
Boom County
Defeat 4 enemies with the same explosion (all explosive items and weapons apply)
Defeat 10 in 60 — China Lake GL
Defeat 10 enemies in 60 seconds with the China Lake Grenade Launcher
Hang Tough!
Destroy 10 vehicles while being dragged from the rope
Run The Table
Defeat enemies with a stealth attack, melee attack, headshot, and explosives, in that order, in 15 seconds
Hitting a Brick Wall
Defeat 5 armored enemies with melee only
Wingman
Perform 10 combo buddy takedowns
Cliffhanger
Pull 20 enemies over when hanging from a ledge
Continue The Adventure
Complete the Uncharted Multiplayer Introduction
Get In The Game
Complete 5 matches in Multiplayer
Trials by Fire
Complete all trials on Moderate (difficulty) in Multiplayer
Friends Forever!
Spawn 10 Sidekicks in Multiplayer
Medic!
Revive 10 Allies in Multiplayer
Relic Finder
Find the Strange Relics
Peaceful Resolution
After being marooned, leave everyone alive until the Treasury
Ludonarrative Dissonance
Defeat 1000 enemies
Don’t Feed The Animals
Play with the lemur in the market and let it steal your apple
I Accidentally All The Guns
Use every weapon in the game
Not A Cairn In The World
Knock over all rock cairns in Madagascar
I Can See My House From Here!
Climb to the very top of the Clocktower in the City
Best Score!
Beat the best score in the retro videogame
Gift of Gab
Listen to all optional conversations in game
Marco Polo Returns!
Play in the ocean near the sunken ship
Stage Fright!
Just prior to City Chase, stand perfectly still for 30 seconds (stage demo fail)
Just Floor It!
Drive away in the jeep with Elena without killing any enemies
On Porpoise
Get three dolphins to follow the boat
Still Got It!
Hit all targets in the attic with the toy gun
Glamour Shot
Take a photo of Sully
Swordmaster
Perfectly parry Rafe in the sword fight without getting slashed or stabbed