Uncharted 3 features Uncharted TV, heavy Facebook and YouTube integration
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Developer Naughty Dog has announced that Uncharted 3 will feature heavy integration with social networks Facebook and YouTube, and include a new video service called Uncharted TV.
The previous game in the series offered Twitter integration (with varying success), but Uncharted 3 is going all-in on the social networking gamble, allowing players to share achievements and actions on Facebook directly from the game, and even message and play with Facebook friends who aren't connected on the PlayStation Network. The multiplayer menu has a Facebook-specific feed attached as well, so players can browse those updates right alongside the game's new customization features.
The game also integrates with YouTube. Courtesy of a revamped Cinema mode (that allows players to rewind previous games and even mark out clips and major game events), video can be posted on YouTube from inside the game, and Naughty Dog will run a service called Uncharted TV to post "plays of the week" and other announcements through the video sharing service. The whole setup was surprisingly full-featured -- players will get a look at just how it all works when the game goes into open beta on July 5.
The previous game in the series offered Twitter integration (with varying success), but Uncharted 3 is going all-in on the social networking gamble, allowing players to share achievements and actions on Facebook directly from the game, and even message and play with Facebook friends who aren't connected on the PlayStation Network. The multiplayer menu has a Facebook-specific feed attached as well, so players can browse those updates right alongside the game's new customization features.
The game also integrates with YouTube. Courtesy of a revamped Cinema mode (that allows players to rewind previous games and even mark out clips and major game events), video can be posted on YouTube from inside the game, and Naughty Dog will run a service called Uncharted TV to post "plays of the week" and other announcements through the video sharing service. The whole setup was surprisingly full-featured -- players will get a look at just how it all works when the game goes into open beta on July 5.
Reader Comments (12)
Posted: Apr 18th 2011 12:05PM Jazzy Crunch said
While it seemed strange at first, the merging of social networking and gaming is turning out to be pretty cool. This all sounds neat, especially the YouTube feature.
Will have to keep an eye on this game now!
Will have to keep an eye on this game now!
Posted: Apr 18th 2011 3:47PM andrewpoe said
@Jazzy Crunch
It would be really awesome if the youtube features included basic AA (art assets) to create your own cutscenes with Drake & Sully....and other people.
Someone could dub in lines from Inception or have Drake & Sully do a trailer with "Raindrops Keep Fallin' On My Head." The possibilities are endless.
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It would be really awesome if the youtube features included basic AA (art assets) to create your own cutscenes with Drake & Sully....and other people.
Someone could dub in lines from Inception or have Drake & Sully do a trailer with "Raindrops Keep Fallin' On My Head." The possibilities are endless.
Posted: Apr 18th 2011 12:06PM Urethra Alfredo said
That's cool, I guess. I'm not really into that social networking jazz, but it's better than, uh, not having it.
But honestly, Uncharted 3 could come bundled with a mandatory accessory that punches me in the dick and bangs my wife.
And I'd still have it pre-ordered, paid in full.
But honestly, Uncharted 3 could come bundled with a mandatory accessory that punches me in the dick and bangs my wife.
And I'd still have it pre-ordered, paid in full.
Posted: Apr 18th 2011 12:09PM Jack Kevorkian said
@Urethra Alfredo I ejoyed your skillful use of profanity.
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Posted: Apr 18th 2011 1:01PM kentuckyfried said
Uncharted TV sounds fun. I never get tired of spectating.
Hopefully it's better than what Black Ops has made available. The sharing was a little convoluted and it's not fun that entire matches can't be uploaded onto youtube or even just exported to your hard drive.
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Hopefully it's better than what Black Ops has made available. The sharing was a little convoluted and it's not fun that entire matches can't be uploaded onto youtube or even just exported to your hard drive.
Posted: Apr 18th 2011 2:56PM (Unverified) said
@Urethra Alfredo
If those accessories really came with it, it would be your wife pre-ordering methinks.
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If those accessories really came with it, it would be your wife pre-ordering methinks.
Posted: Apr 18th 2011 12:07PM StormChaser91 said
I can't wait :D
Posted: Apr 18th 2011 12:34PM HardBoiled2009 said
I really Enjoyed the Youtube part of Just Cause 2 I thought it was Awesome making little clips or long clips of gaming... soo much fun .. can't wait too use this in Uncharted 3 !
Posted: Apr 18th 2011 12:37PM Uncle Jesse said
The YouTube thing sounds interesting. The Facebook thing... not so much. Who cares? This game is a must-buy with or without this stuff.
Posted: Apr 18th 2011 1:04PM MLS said
For once, good thing I have no friends that play videogames. This won't bother me.
I assume the replay mode is meant for multiplayer games. Since most the memorable stuff in the campaign is scripted, you would either be showing someone something they've already done, or spoiling something for them.
I assume the replay mode is meant for multiplayer games. Since most the memorable stuff in the campaign is scripted, you would either be showing someone something they've already done, or spoiling something for them.
Posted: Apr 18th 2011 4:03PM LightAce said
Looking forward to that youtube feature. Not so much facebook.
Posted: Apr 19th 2011 1:57AM heypaul said
When I saw that image, I saw this:
http://ps3media.ign.com/ps3/image/article/705/705954/eight-days-20060508112414075.jpg
Damn, I wish that game wasn't canceled.
http://ps3media.ign.com/ps3/image/article/705/705954/eight-days-20060508112414075.jpg
Damn, I wish that game wasn't canceled.





