Uncharted 4’s multiplayer beta kicks off on December 4th for those who’ve purchased the Uncharted: Nathan Drake Collection bundle of remasters for the PlayStation 4. I’ve never been particularly fond of the series’ multiplayer; it was always just a temporary diversion for me, but given that this sequel’s being done by the chaps behind The Last Us, I’m keen to give it a look.
That game had a surprisingly deep and entertaining multiplayer mode, with a tad more longevity than the one found in Nathan Drake’s games. Yesterday, Naughty Dog streamed just under an hour of shiny new beta multiplayer footage to Twitch. If you missed that stream, here it is, captured by the chaps at AllGamesBeta for your enjoyment.
It looks, well it looks a lot like the multiplayer from previous games, with the addition of Mysticals standing as the biggest new gameplay addition. They work as a bit of a power up. There’s also the addition of sidekicks; NPSs who’re able to aid in particularly tricky gun-battles; able to dispense medical aid, lay down cover fire or tackle opponents.
The video also gives us a look at the customisation options that will be available, where players will be able to unlock new cosmetic fluff, through a randomised chest; do enough stuff, you’ll get a chest, potentially filled with stuff you may not want or need. If players want to they can just buy the stuff they want with Uncharted points, which all seems like it could become a micro-transaction minefield. I’m not sold just yet; it looks to me to be pretty throwaway, much like the multiplayer in Uncharted games past. I am, however, very, very excited for the single player campaign.
Uncharted 4 is out next year; March 18, 2016. The beta goes live for those who bought the remastered collection on Friday. The beta, should you wish to download it, will clock in at around 7GB, depending on region.
Last Updated: December 2, 2015
VampyreSquirrel
December 2, 2015 at 11:48
FIRE!!!!
Admiral Chief - CHAAARGE!
December 2, 2015 at 11:49
…in the hole
VampyreSquirrel
December 2, 2015 at 11:50
No, at Will!
Admiral Chief - CHAAARGE!
December 2, 2015 at 12:02
Stupid Will
VampyreSquirrel
December 2, 2015 at 12:03
Yeah, screw that guy.
Admiral Chief - CHAAARGE!
December 2, 2015 at 12:21
Heh
Hammersteyn
December 2, 2015 at 11:50
OMG so many hats you can buy from the store!
VampyreSquirrel
December 2, 2015 at 11:52
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Darren Peach
December 2, 2015 at 13:49
Wonder how many guests went to watch Opera live just for a surprise free gift ?
Original Heretic
December 2, 2015 at 11:56
That girl is on fire.
WitWolfy
December 2, 2015 at 12:31
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Original Heretic
December 2, 2015 at 11:58
Still, can’t wait to jam ALL these games. Missed out on them (stupid PS3 exclusives..grumble…grumble..), but now I’m gonna play the crap outta them.
WitWolfy
December 2, 2015 at 12:37
Just think how cheap they could’ve been to get if PS4 had BC! *winks at Xbox One
Jim Lenoir (Banana Jim)
December 2, 2015 at 12:19
Let me guess? Hat DLC?
WitWolfy
December 2, 2015 at 12:29
Meh.. I got the collection but wont sue the code. Anybody who wants ti will have to fight each other to the death.. The victor gets the code.
Darren Peach
December 2, 2015 at 13:48
Call of Uncharted Booty.
Darren Peach
December 2, 2015 at 13:51
LOL, Watching the game-play, There seems to be a lot of unnecessary rolling.
oVg SOmaNY games
December 2, 2015 at 14:56
Dont care. Just make the single player 60fps and dont sell the narrative short for extra dev time on the on-line crap.