We live in a post-Nathan Drake world, where he's retired from treasure hunting to apparently buy an entire Island. I'm okay with that, especially if it means a great character steps into being the main protagonist.

Uncharted: The Lost Legacy can’t measure up to the series’ best offerings, but it certainly doesn’t want for any of the swashbuckling adventure. Branching off with a new set of main characters was always going to mean this arrived with less depth than what was built across the four previous entries,...

As a new beginning for the Uncharted series, it’s hardly surprising that The Lost Legacy doesn’t quite scale the transcendent heights of its predecessor. You just don’t yet have the same weight of affection for Chloe and Nadine as you did for Nate and Elena. That stuff takes time to establish, and that's time this new duo deserve given the strength of their latest adventure. Having outgrown their roles as sidekicks and sub villains, they’re all teed up for a shot at a proper numbered sequel. For now, ‘more of the same’ is fine by me when it’s told this well.

Chloe and Nadine are great company; Set pieces are thrilling; Gorgeous graphics;

Free-roaming is a drag; Underlying schtick is the same as ever;

This standalone adventure succeeds on the strength of its characters and writing.

Chloe and Nadine are great company; Set pieces are thrilling; Gorgeous graphics;

Free-roaming is a drag; Underlying schtick is the same as ever;

As a new beginning for the Uncharted series, it's hardly surprising that The Lost Legacy doesn't quite scale the transcendent heights of its predecessor. You just don't yet have the same weight of affection for Chloe and Nadine as you did for Nate and Elena.

Uncharted: The Lost Legacy is a great diversion of this thoroughly enjoyable franchise

Uncharted: The Lost Legacy is a thought-out standalone title that proves Nathan Drake is one man in a much bigger world, while I will miss his adventures and his quips, the potential of exploring a wondrous world full of ancient secrets with such strong characters is what matters.

Improved mechanics; Good banter between Chloe and Nadine; Puzzles are great; Good soundtrack

When I wrapped up the 7-8 hours of Uncharted: The Lost Legacy I was sort of blown away with how polished and enjoyable the experience was. At times, Uncharted 4 felt a little combat heavy for me, but The Lost Legacy feels like it does a better job of balancing traversal, combat, and puzzles.

Uncharted: The Lost Legacy is a new standalone chapter set in the Uncharted series, featuring Chloe Frazer and Nadine Ross.