Uncharted: Golden Abyss

 PlayStation Vita
  • Publisher: SCEA
  • Release Date: Feb 15, 2012
User Score
7.5

Generally favorable reviews- based on 930 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 661 out of 930
  2. Mixed: 142 out of 930
  3. Negative: 127 out of 930
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  1. Wwilliams23
    Nov 20, 2020
    8
    I’ve beaten this game twice and I’m about to go for my third play through. It’s truly a remarkable feat considering what Sony Bend was able to do with the Vita hardware. It’s probably better than Drake’s Fortune to be honest. But it can’t touch the other games. The story is solid, gameplay is responsive, and it’s just amazing to have an Uncharted game on the go. I can’t recommend it enoughI’ve beaten this game twice and I’m about to go for my third play through. It’s truly a remarkable feat considering what Sony Bend was able to do with the Vita hardware. It’s probably better than Drake’s Fortune to be honest. But it can’t touch the other games. The story is solid, gameplay is responsive, and it’s just amazing to have an Uncharted game on the go. I can’t recommend it enough for Vita owners.… Expand
  2. smellymetal
    Nov 25, 2012
    8
    I'm surprised about the 6.6 user score on Metacritic. This game is amazing, no doubt, it's kind of haunting me and I can't put my VITA down. HOWEVER, it cannot be rated 10/10 either (you got to be kidding me). Golden Abyss is great but it is plagued with stupid design decision such as forced touch/gyroscopic events (not all the time fortunately, but still too much to my tastes) and AWFULI'm surprised about the 6.6 user score on Metacritic. This game is amazing, no doubt, it's kind of haunting me and I can't put my VITA down. HOWEVER, it cannot be rated 10/10 either (you got to be kidding me). Golden Abyss is great but it is plagued with stupid design decision such as forced touch/gyroscopic events (not all the time fortunately, but still too much to my tastes) and AWFUL PUZZLES. Forcing people to manipulate items with the rear pad was the worst idea ever, the VITA's Dual Sticks would have been more precise. Using the rear pad & touch-screen to 'clean' dirt from random items in the game is a CHORE. Same complaint about puzzles where you have to assemble 20 pieces of paper. You're in a great mood, expecting some action when suddenly a stupid "casual" puzzle is forced upon you, without warning, thus hurting the rhythm of the game. I can't believe experienced game designers were behind this... One of the worst moments was when the game suddenly asked me to expose a parchment to a light source, no joke; I had to put my VITA in front of a real light source!!! Only problem is, it was late at night and I was playing in bed and my girlfriend was sleeping. My light isn't even strong enough...I had to stop playing the game, it would not let me play further - there was this blank parchment displaying on screen, and I couldn't get past this sequence with normal controls. Wtf? But this was not enough to break this game, it has many frustrating moments, but it's far from broken. I love it and I just can't believe they could achieve this on handheld. I'd advise people to play this game with headphones and immerse themselves completely in the story... Voice acting is brilliant, Drake sounds awesome (as usual) and Dante is hilarious. One of my best 'handheld' experiences, ever. BUT please no more FORCED GIMMICK crap in the future!!!!!! (The tilt mini-game is getting old - why do it 100 times? I know each time I'm going to cross something, Drake will automatically loose balance and the tilt sequence will start - it's nice 1 time but 12, really?) I wish NO MORE STUDIOS will force these stupid things onto players...That being said, buy this great game! Or sub to PS+ (best thing you can do, you'll have access to this game, together with tons of other PS3 & VITA titles.). Have fun!… Expand
  3. NormanLee
    Nov 7, 2022
    8
    First, as for many gamers, the Vita game.
    Excellent gameplay and graphics. An interesting story with a little bit of "wow" moments.
    Gyroscopes help perfect aim with a sniper rifle.
    You can enjoy playing with the touchscreen, or you can use only the classic joysticks.

    10 of 10 for me.
  4. Johng4
    Sep 13, 2012
    8
    This is the first Uncharted game that I have played. Its one of the only games i have for my vita. When I first started playing it i was unsure,i didnt know what the series is about. Luckily if your new to the series like me dont worry because this game does a good job of giving you insite on what the series is about. This is a good game,a really good game. But its just shy of being aThis is the first Uncharted game that I have played. Its one of the only games i have for my vita. When I first started playing it i was unsure,i didnt know what the series is about. Luckily if your new to the series like me dont worry because this game does a good job of giving you insite on what the series is about. This is a good game,a really good game. But its just shy of being a "great" game. One of the things that hooked me is the platforming,it feels just like assasins creed,another thing is the combat which isnt bad at all. The story is also very good and will probably keep you hooked until the end and this game is a lot longer than i expected it to be,as soon as i thought i was about to beat the game a new plot twist had playing for a few more hours. A few things arent perfect like the touch screen combat,which is just frustrating. Over all this is a good game,and one of the only vita games at the moment that takes it self seriously as an action adventure game… Expand
  5. sityoazzdown
    Mar 16, 2014
    8
    Don't really play handheld games, so I'm happy to say I'm pleasantly suprised by this game. A solid game, that duplicates the gameplay of uncharted very nicely on the vita. Gamplay was fun, the story was alright and anyone who played uncharted before will find the story similar to other uncharted games. The touchscreen brang a whole new dimension of gameplay to uncharted which I enjoyedDon't really play handheld games, so I'm happy to say I'm pleasantly suprised by this game. A solid game, that duplicates the gameplay of uncharted very nicely on the vita. Gamplay was fun, the story was alright and anyone who played uncharted before will find the story similar to other uncharted games. The touchscreen brang a whole new dimension of gameplay to uncharted which I enjoyed also. The only downside was that being a fan of uncharted series, this game has nothing you haven't seen before in a uncharted game, it's seems like it's more of vita sending a message saying it can deliver quality games rather than innovating the uncharted series. I will be honest, if this game wasn't on a handheld, and was a console game it would've recieved lower scores (ok story, lack of new gameplay); but basically a very good game for any handheld system.… Expand
  6. guest1321
    Oct 11, 2012
    8
    Alright well this is the first Vita game I have finished and I can't help but feel that I have been absolutely spoiled! Visually it was on par with all the other uncharted games I have played to date. It felt like drake wasn't quite the same character as in the console games but everything else was just as good. The exploration was awesome and just when you thought you hit a boring levelAlright well this is the first Vita game I have finished and I can't help but feel that I have been absolutely spoiled! Visually it was on par with all the other uncharted games I have played to date. It felt like drake wasn't quite the same character as in the console games but everything else was just as good. The exploration was awesome and just when you thought you hit a boring level you are slapped in the face with some amazing visuals. It was difficult getting used to the controls but once I figured out the gyroscope for shooting mechanism I was all set. The touch screen was really nice when it came to climbing; however, I was extremely annoyed by the whole "swipe in the direction of this orange arrow to lift someone/cut this/grab on". I understand that this was the flagship example of how this hardware can be included in the game but I felt like it diluted Uncharted. Beyond that I really liked the plot and the dynamics between characters. It felt a lot like an uncharted game in that sense, especially after having played the second one. I could definitely see myself revisiting this one as I broke it up into 30 minutes trips on a subway which was limiting in immersing myself. Bottom line, it was another Uncharted game, it was just as awesome and its siblings, and I sincerely hope another one comes out for the Vita.… Expand
  7. EvilEye
    Nov 15, 2012
    8
    Uncharted: Golden Abyss is the first game i played on my PS Vita, and also a first Uncharted game i
  8. Jonathankira
    Jul 13, 2013
    8
    Great game, from finding hidden treasure to finding yourself hanging on a rope shooting down enemy forces. Golden Abyss brings the Vita's front and rear touch to its a high standard. The story line was great and at many times you felt yourself racing your heart to not get shot while climbing a slippery building.
  9. mrgamesandstuff
    Dec 14, 2012
    8
    The Uncharted series has been widely successful ever since the very beginning of the first game, somehow mixing in a brilliant adventure-bound story line with plenty of action and entertainment. Uncharted: Golden Abyss is no different from the other three games and is equally enjoyable minus the few hiccups this game has. To start off, this game easily surpassed my expectations graphicThe Uncharted series has been widely successful ever since the very beginning of the first game, somehow mixing in a brilliant adventure-bound story line with plenty of action and entertainment. Uncharted: Golden Abyss is no different from the other three games and is equally enjoyable minus the few hiccups this game has. To start off, this game easily surpassed my expectations graphic wise. Graphics for Golden Abyss are just slightly below the first Uncharted game. Secondly, the game plays almost as well as the rest of the series. The only real complaint I have about this game is the motion controls and touch screen controls. While motion is always welcome and does add flavor to the experience, at times I found it difficult to aim, eventually I turned off the motion controls all together. Touch screen controls are solid and easy to use but at the same time, they are also over used. To me, it felt as if I was swiping my finger across the screen every two minutes or so. Besides that the game plays wonderfully. It felt just as if I was playing on the Playstation 3. If there has ever been a reason to purchase a Vita then you will have to look no further. Uncharted: Golden Abyss accurately shows the amazing potential the Vita has to offer.… Expand
  10. SuperVideogamer
    Jun 16, 2013
    8
    UGA is a great adventure/action game for the playstation vita,I have never played uncharted before so this was my first one and i loved it!!!!,First of all the story is great,nice dialogue,the action cinematics look amazing on tha portable and the quick-time events one are awesome,the game is also repeatable beacause of all the hidden objects and the diffulcity is good,lots of differentUGA is a great adventure/action game for the playstation vita,I have never played uncharted before so this was my first one and i loved it!!!!,First of all the story is great,nice dialogue,the action cinematics look amazing on tha portable and the quick-time events one are awesome,the game is also repeatable beacause of all the hidden objects and the diffulcity is good,lots of different guns and the game uses the vitas controls nicely but tha bad thing about tha game is the fighting mechanic u have to only use the touch screen to fight,which gets really annoying sometimes.I wish u could use velhicles like motocycles,cars etc. and there should have been multiplayer but the game is very entertaining thats why my final score is 8/10(A wild ride well worth your money!!!!!!!)… Expand
  11. nuckchuckler
    Jan 28, 2013
    8
    Some of the touch controls were forced, but Golden Abyss is by no means a bad game. The story is good, Nathan Drake still shines as a protagonist and the gunplay was well-executed. Graphics ranged from okay to stunning. PS If anyone is deterred from buying the game due to the overuse of touch controls there is always the option of using the analog sticks.
  12. CappuccinoGamer
    Apr 28, 2013
    8
    Really enjoyed this edition of Uncharted. Burned through the entire game somewhat easily and at a steady pace (which I prefer) with fewer frustrating parts to repeat numerous times and more story. My biggest problem was with the dialogue as it was often extremely tacky and predictable, however I don't feel this detracted much from the game itself. Would recommend this one as it was moneyReally enjoyed this edition of Uncharted. Burned through the entire game somewhat easily and at a steady pace (which I prefer) with fewer frustrating parts to repeat numerous times and more story. My biggest problem was with the dialogue as it was often extremely tacky and predictable, however I don't feel this detracted much from the game itself. Would recommend this one as it was money well spent, in my opinion.… Expand
  13. antodena
    May 2, 2013
    8
    This game is fantastic. With some flaws, sure. But it really worth the money spent for any lover of this game series. Definitely this is not a Naughty Dog work... But those guys packed an excellent story, with some good (even if standard) character. Filled with details and treasure to be finded. What is really excellent is the control system, incredibly vary and astonishing when you seeThis game is fantastic. With some flaws, sure. But it really worth the money spent for any lover of this game series. Definitely this is not a Naughty Dog work... But those guys packed an excellent story, with some good (even if standard) character. Filled with details and treasure to be finded. What is really excellent is the control system, incredibly vary and astonishing when you see the interchangeable way you can play it... With the fron touch, rear touch and usual buttons and joypads... You can change them seamlessy within the game... Using one of another giving you the best experience ever. Full of exploration, full of action and laughs when Nate loose the grip and shouts the hell out of him The only flaw is that actually the game is very short... Full of different chapters but very fast in the end. Good points anyway are the perfect graphics, great music scores (usual mixes from the series plus some new entry), great voice acting with a lot of humor and funny dialogs. Awesome, awesome game.… Expand
  14. Zime
    May 13, 2013
    8
    I was amazed of how well Uncharted's great gameplay and narrative translated to the small screen. On top of that there are some (honestly) cool Vita-exclusive features which draw me into the experience even more. All this combined with a lengthy campaign makes a winner and one of Vita's best games.
  15. 00-z3N
    Nov 25, 2017
    8
    Review/Reseña (English/Español)

    Score/Nota: 8.4/10 When I bought my PSVita, the first game I had was precisely this and I must say that I was completely amazed. Technically, we all know that the PSVita is superior to the 3DS, but if you want to prove it, this is the game, because it exploits the capabilities of the console to the maximum and in a very stable way. This new adventure    Review/Reseña (English/Español)

    Score/Nota: 8.4/10

    When I bought my PSVita, the first game I had was precisely this and I must say that I was completely amazed. Technically, we all know that the PSVita is superior to the 3DS, but if you want to prove it, this is the game, because it exploits the capabilities of the console to the maximum and in a very stable way. This new adventure of our friend Nathan is not very different from the typical approaches already seen, showing us a green environment full of riddles, some very tedious and unnecessary (like the one that forces you to illuminate the screen) but in general very good. The control is not very different from those previously seen and is handled as always in a very fluid way, giving a very good aggregate by the touch parts of the console; the story on the other hand remains very traditional, short and nothing surprising, but correct.

    The accounts give me positive and although it is the least good Uncharted of the franchise, it is undoubtedly one of the best experiences you can try in this console. 8.4/10

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    Cuando compre mi PSVita, el primer juego que tuve fue precisamente este y debo decir que quede completamente maravillado. Tecnicamente, todos sabemos que la PSVita es superior al 3DS, pero si quieres demostrarlo, este es el juego, ya que explota al máximo las capacidades de la consola y de manera muy estable. Esta nueva aventura de nuestro amigo Nathan no es muy diferente a los típicos planteamientos ya vistos, mostrándonos un ambiente verde y lleno de acertijos, algunos muy tediosos e innecesarios (como el que te obliga a iluminar la pantalla) pero en líneas generales muy bueno. El control no es muy diferente a los antes visto y se maneja como siempre de manera muy fluida, dando un agregado muy bueno por las partes táctiles de la consola; la historia por otro lado se mantiene muy tradicional, corta y nada sorprendente, pero correcta.

    Las cuentas me dan positivo y aunque es el Uncharted menos bueno de la franquicia, sigue siendo sin duda una de las mejores experiencias que puedes probar en esta consola. 8.4/10    … Expand
  16. Ogie
    Apr 25, 2016
    8
    I cannot compare this game to others in the series, but considering this game as standalone I have to say I quite enjoyed it - even it is a bit out of my genre, cause i play almost exclusively RPGs. Graphics are really amazing, definitely one of the best from VITA games. The gameplay is a bit worse though, I think gameplay could be way more complex, instead of that Golden Abyss is simpleI cannot compare this game to others in the series, but considering this game as standalone I have to say I quite enjoyed it - even it is a bit out of my genre, cause i play almost exclusively RPGs. Graphics are really amazing, definitely one of the best from VITA games. The gameplay is a bit worse though, I think gameplay could be way more complex, instead of that Golden Abyss is simple shooter game. There are even many cutscenes so be prepared for a bit dismember gameplay. The story was good, a bit predictable though, but I enjoyed it. As a result I think Uncharted: Golden Abyss is really good game and I would definitely recommend it.

    GRAPHIC - 9
    GAMEPLAY - 7
    LASTING APPEAL - 8
    EXECUTION - 8

    OVERALL - 8    … Expand
  17. DRAGANSUS
    Apr 14, 2016
    8
    Хоть к игре не прикасалась рука ND, игра оказалась очень даже хорошей. Интересный сюжет, отличная графика по мерками ps vita, хорошая продолжительность, тот самый колоритный юмор. Из минусов, слишком коридорная, моменты с использованием сенсорного экрана раздражают, достаточно сложно целится на стиках ps vita....можно было сделать помощь в прицеливании) А так игра очень достойная, прошел 3Хоть к игре не прикасалась рука ND, игра оказалась очень даже хорошей. Интересный сюжет, отличная графика по мерками ps vita, хорошая продолжительность, тот самый колоритный юмор. Из минусов, слишком коридорная, моменты с использованием сенсорного экрана раздражают, достаточно сложно целится на стиках ps vita....можно было сделать помощь в прицеливании) А так игра очень достойная, прошел 3 раза.… Expand
  18. eva3si0n
    Mar 18, 2018
    8
    Unambiguously one of the best games on PS Vita. But at once it is clear that Naughty Dog has anybody no relation to this game, from it this game concedes considerably even to the first part. It is just naked mechanics of Uncharted with very simple plot. In a game there are no interesting characters except Drake as I was glad to see Sully. A game actively uses functionality of PS Vita - andUnambiguously one of the best games on PS Vita. But at once it is clear that Naughty Dog has anybody no relation to this game, from it this game concedes considerably even to the first part. It is just naked mechanics of Uncharted with very simple plot. In a game there are no interesting characters except Drake as I was glad to see Sully. A game actively uses functionality of PS Vita - and it is her main minus. Beginning from rubbing of objects, completion with a game with bosses. Missions with bosses, it is not Uncharted and some Fruit Ninja. But in general not the bad prequel to a series, is a pity that the plot was such simple.… Expand
  19. GLaDOS-b
    Feb 26, 2017
    8
    A solid entry in the Uncharted series, of course not the best. The story and locations were not nearly as memorable as Naughty Dogs games. But for not being made by Naughty Dog, I think they did a great job at at making a fun entry to the Uncharted series on the go.
  20. aljirik1992
    Oct 29, 2017
    8
    Мал золотник, да дорог (Uncharted: Golden Abyss)

    Весь обзор - два вопроса! Может ли Анч быть таковым без самой ND у руля? И может ли харизма Дрейка и легендарный гротеск серии уместиться в "мыльницу" поменьше? Начиная со второй части похождений натАна, фишкой её создателей стало скрупулёзное внимание к деталям, однако данный проект делали Bend Studio. Их видение "дотошности" в    Мал золотник, да дорог (Uncharted: Golden Abyss)

    Весь обзор - два вопроса! Может ли Анч быть таковым без самой ND у руля? И может ли харизма Дрейка и легендарный гротеск серии уместиться в "мыльницу" поменьше? Начиная со второй части похождений натАна, фишкой её создателей стало скрупулёзное внимание к деталям, однако данный проект делали Bend Studio. Их видение "дотошности" в окружающем игрока пространстве естественно иное, и реализовывается оно малыми дозами, в частности благодаря возможностям платформы на которой UGA вышла, что не мешает игре являться трушным Анчем. А вот сама консоль не даёт развернуться ответвлению на полную, поэтому эпиком в привычном понимании большой плойки насладиться трудновато. Ярких вспышек после прохождения U-mini не оставляет, но и сказать о том, что история получилась сероватой сможет разве что ну отъявленный фанат. Как по мне, кураторство отцов основателей даром не прошло, и лицо франшизы не скатилось кубарем в пропасть, а даже наоборот подтянулось до уступа под названием реалистичный главный герой.    … Expand
  21. Parsons_critic
    Dec 24, 2017
    8
    Too short, but very interesting game. For PS Vita, the graph is simply superb. Of the minuses I can note a large number of the same type of tasks using console functions and plastic shooting
  22. Ruzaky
    Jan 22, 2019
    8
    Graphics somewhere between U1 and U2. Overall real Uncharted game in your pocket.
  23. PrasetOffgun
    Aug 23, 2019
    8
    I went through the game 3 times. I can confidently say that the game is awesome. I threw my PS Vita into the wall every time the NPCs shot better than me ... At high levels of difficulty, this really infuriated. Especially in those moments where I have to defend Sully and Chase. I was ready to throw my PS Vita out the window and forget about this game. I did not get platinum just becauseI went through the game 3 times. I can confidently say that the game is awesome. I threw my PS Vita into the wall every time the NPCs shot better than me ... At high levels of difficulty, this really infuriated. Especially in those moments where I have to defend Sully and Chase. I was ready to throw my PS Vita out the window and forget about this game. I did not get platinum just because Sully was killed or Chase was killed. This game is good until you want to play at a high level of difficulty. Maybe I'm idiot, but at the crushing walkthrough i can't play.
    Suliy's jokes is 100/10    … Expand
  24. GALACTICFUT
    Oct 17, 2019
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. La joya de la saga, increíbles mecánicas de juego de lo mejor para la portátil de Sony… Expand
  25. SewAwOw
    Nov 3, 2021
    8
    Отличная игра, достойный представитель серии Uncharted, практически не уступающий основной серии. Игра, вышедшая только для PS Vita, раскрывает её возможности на полную, правда, порой перебарщивая с этим. Графика превосходна, выжимает все соки из консоли, отличный звук, качественная русская озвучка (голоса из ориг. серии), немало кат-сцен - на игру не скупились и это заметно. Сюжет местамиОтличная игра, достойный представитель серии Uncharted, практически не уступающий основной серии. Игра, вышедшая только для PS Vita, раскрывает её возможности на полную, правда, порой перебарщивая с этим. Графика превосходна, выжимает все соки из консоли, отличный звук, качественная русская озвучка (голоса из ориг. серии), немало кат-сцен - на игру не скупились и это заметно. Сюжет местами банальный и шаблонный, злодеи даже немного карикатурные, однако в целом неплохой. Загадки простые (видимо, изза портативного формата), их не очень много, но я не считаю это минусом. Стрельба реализована неплохо, много стволов на выбор, даже гатлинг есть, но впечатление несколько портит глупый ИИ врагов: если стелсить, то можно без труда всех положить, ибо болванчики имеют большие проблемы со слухом и зрение. Хотя в обычных перестрелках они даже пользуются укрытиями и кидают гранаты.
    Я считаю, что Bend Studio удалось передать дух франшизы от Naughty Dog, с задачей они справились хорошо, как когда-то с Resistance для PSP. Игрой остался доволен, одна из лучших на Vita.    … Expand
  26. Misterdiony
    May 16, 2021
    8
    Probably the only game that I wanted to play on the Vita. It felt a bit less stellar like the main series but is still an enjoyable action adventure with our fellow hero Drake.
  27. SpyderAtilla
    Mar 10, 2022
    10
    My favorite game of Sony is Uncharted and i played all of em but i still wanna play Golden Abbys + Fight For Fortune on PS Vita. İ wish the could Remake or Remaster it
  28. andikalj2
    May 12, 2022
    8
    The first long adventure game i play and finish.. Very good gameplay and story.
  29. Timofey2000
    Oct 17, 2022
    8
    8: Very beautiful graphic, sound great like in games on big consoles, on the start game is very interesting, but for a some time his lose this
  30. dmitriy_savenok
    Dec 26, 2022
    10
    Практически идеальнейшее сюжетное приключение в портативе.
    Хороший старт, для знакомства со всей серией расхитителя гробниц.
    10/10
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Awards & Rankings

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#15 Best PS Vita Game of 2012
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#3 Most Discussed PS Vita Game of 2012
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#2 Most Shared PS Vita Game of 2012

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Metascore
80

Generally favorable reviews - based on 80 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 64 out of 80
  2. Mixed: 16 out of 80
  3. Negative: 0 out of 80
  1. Gamestyle
    Aug 7, 2012
    80
    So overall Uncharted: Golden Abyss is not without faults, but nothing glaring enough to prevent recommending it, firstly as a very enjoyable game and secondly as an example of what the Vita can do.
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  2. Pelit (Finland)
    Apr 17, 2012
    86
    A very pretty action-adventure, which shows nicely, what Vita can do. There's too much generic shooting at the end, though. [Apr 2012]
  3. GameCritics
    Apr 8, 2012
    90
    At its core, it's the same Uncharted game we've all played before, but it's bolstered by sterling presentation, a bevy of secrets, and straightforward tomb-raiding gameplay that feels like a love ode to the series' adventure forebears.
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