The most highly-rated PS3 only series is arguably the Uncharted series, and Uncharted 2 achieved a rating of 96 on GameRankings and was one of the most well-liked PS3 titles of '09. Uncharted 3: Drake's Deception will be the new chapter of this franchise, and sees the return of the treasure hunter Nathan Drake while he journeys to spectacular locations globally on a fantastic new mission.

Uncharted 3: Drake's Deception will be an Adventure game played in the 3rd-person viewpoint. The game incorporates an exciting mix of shooting, melee fighting, stealth, platforming as well as detective game play components. Nathan Drake will be able to perform far more movements now, and the new melee system allows him to take on numerous opponents all at once.

Besides the awesome single-player campaign, Uncharted 3: Drake's Deception boasts a large collection of exhilarating competitive plus cooperative multi-player game modes. The graphics engine has been enhanced, and now offers much better animation and game-textures, as well as fresh innovations when it comes to sand, fire, smoke, and water effects. This game will also support HD 3D support.

GAME HIGHLIGHTS:

Amazing Campaign Gameplay - Whilst searching for the mythical 'Atlantis of the Sands', Drake is going to go on an unbelievable journey to breathtaking locations globally, from a ruined castle in Europe, to the brutal desert in Arabia. To discover all the secrets of this lost ancient city, he needs to battle the occult as well as a ruthless clandestine group of villains.

Signature Uncharted Game Play - It is easy to choose exactly how Drake confronts his adversaries. Employ hand-to-hand fighting against a number of opponents, try the sneaking strategy, or use your guns to take them out. The fighting sections are interspersed with platforming and puzzle sections which provide plenty of gaming variety.

An Enjoyable Cinematic Adventure - By blending the story along with breathtaking cinematic action segments, this game delivers a thrilling cinematic adventure that brings video gaming even closer to Hollywood movies.

Multi-Player Modes - A diverse assortment of competitive and cooperative multiplayer options are available. Multiplayer game maps feature a ongoing ranking system, and include treasure which can be collected that can be employed to buy Boosters, customize your gear, change your character's image, as well as unlock brand-new characters. Innovative multiplayer features include an innovative Buddy System, in addition to Power Plays plus Kickbacks.

Three-Player Co-Op Mode - A collection of co-op options for up to three players, which include the Arena, Hunter and the Adventure co-op options. The Adventure game mode is based around a storyline.

Improved Graphics Engine - The game engine now has enhanced game textures as well as in-game animation. New enhancements in smoke, fire, water and sand special effects raise the technology bar to another level.

Uncharted 3: Drake's Deception is due for release on 30th Sep, 2010, with the video game being sold solely on Sony PS3. This title is published by Sony Computer Entertainment, and Naughty Dog are the developers of the game. Multiplayer options will be offered in this game, for up to 10 gamers. This game has been given a PEGI 16 ranking, and is therefore suitable for gamers 16 years and older.