Quick wins for a faster PC:
Repair Windows errors before they cause bigger problemsFix Now →Scan for outdated or missing drivers - takes under a minuteDriver Scan →Uncharted 2: Among Thieves is 17 years old in October 2026. Naughty Dog announced its worldwide release in October 2009, beginning a sequel that combined cinematic action, carefully staged set pieces, competitive multiplayer and unusually broad critical recognition. Those documented milestones explain the game’s enduring reputation, while current claims about what “players” think should be treated as qualitative recollection rather than a measured 2026 consensus.
How old is Uncharted 2?
Uncharted 2: Among Thieves turns 17 in October 2026. Naughty Dog announced that the game had released worldwide in October 2009. At the time, co-president Evan Wells wrote: “Everyone at Naughty Dog is extremely excited as UNCHARTED 2: Among Thieves was released worldwide this week!”
![UNCHARTED 2: Among Thieves - Game of The Year Edition - Playstation 3[a popular [low-priced] edition] [並行輸入品]](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61DFBZPGvTL._SL160_.jpg)
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
That timing matters when discussing the anniversary: the game is 17 years old during October 2026, not throughout the entire calendar year. The original release was for PlayStation 3.
Free tools Windows power users keep installed
One-click scans. No signup required.
Why the sequel earned its reputation
Cinematic action built around set pieces
The sequel’s defining achievement was the way it connected cinematic presentation with playable action. Major sequences were designed as escalating set pieces rather than isolated spectacle, giving the campaign a strong sense of momentum while keeping the player involved. That combination became a reference point for later action-adventure games and is a central reason retrospective coverage continues to describe the sequel as unusually polished.
#1 Best Overall
- New functionality including the ability to remain with your friends while matchmaking; map customization and the pooling funds gathered in different modes for use in unlocking content and upgrades.
- An game world layout that allows players to take an aggressive or new stealth approach to combat.
- Free-flowing "traversal gunplay" that adds a unique vertical element to standard 3rd-person shooting mechanics.
- Award-winning cinematic storytelling, incorporating new and familiar characters, as well as all new and varied play environments.
- A wide array of gameplay modes including a robust single player campaign and a franchise first online multiplayer modes including competitive and cooperative play options.
Recognition arrived before launch
At E3 2009, Naughty Dog reported three Game Critics Awards for the game: Best of Show, Best Console Game and Best Action/Adventure Game. The awards established strong expectations before the worldwide release, rather than appearing only after years of nostalgia.
Awards continued after release
Naughty Dog later said Uncharted 2 had won more than 50 Game of the Year awards. That figure is a historical total reported by the studio in 2010; it is not a current ranking or a new 2026 survey.
Rank #2
- Sony Computer Entertainment UNCHARTED 2: Among Thieves - Game of The Year Edition (Playstation 3)
Multiplayer gave the release a longer life
When announcing the Game of the Year Edition in 2010, Naughty Dog reported more than 125 million online multiplayer matches. The number shows the scale of engagement the original online mode had reached by that point and helps explain why the game’s legacy extends beyond its single-player campaign. It should not be read as a measure of how many matches are played in 2026.
The Tool Desk
Outbyte PC Repair FREEClear out junk files and repair common Windows errorsFree Scan →Outbyte Driver Updater FREEScan for outdated or missing drivers - takes under a minuteDriver Scan →What the sales and anniversary record show
By the 2010 Game of the Year Edition announcement, Naughty Dog reported more than 3.8 million copies sold worldwide. Together with the E3 awards, the later Game of the Year tally and the multiplayer-match total, that is a documented historical case for the sequel’s impact: strong pre-release recognition, substantial sales, a large online audience and sustained awards attention.
Naughty Dog’s 2017 anniversary retrospective, which included a cast retrospective panel, also demonstrates that the company continued to mark the game years after launch. It confirms ongoing anniversary attention, but it does not provide a 2026 player poll or social-listening measurement.
Is Uncharted 2 worth replaying in 2026?
For anyone who enjoys story-driven action adventures, the answer is yes—provided you approach it as a 2009 PlayStation 3 game rather than expecting modern conveniences. Its strongest reasons to replay are the compact, cinematic campaign structure, the deliberate set-piece design and the historical importance of seeing a sequel that won major awards before release and more than 50 Game of the Year awards afterward.
Rank #4
- Includes Nathan Drake's first two breathtaking adventures: Uncharted Drake's Fortune and Uncharted 2 Among Thieves
- Award winning story, intriguing characters, and exotic locations combined with cutting-edge cinematic presentation
- Go online with up to 3 friends and accomplish objectives together, or go head to head with exciting gametypes like Deathmatch, Plunder, and Siege!
- Experience what it’s like to actually “play” a Hollywood blockbuster action-movie
- Bonus downloadable content including a co-op multiplayer game mode, maps, boosters, character skins, animated comics, PSN Avatars, and more
- Replay it for craft: the campaign’s action and cinematic pacing remain the core attraction.
- Replay it for context: it is a useful snapshot of the design ambitions that defined late-2000s console blockbusters.
- Replay it with realistic expectations: image quality, controls and online features belong to the PlayStation 3 era, and the documented historical multiplayer total does not establish present-day activity.
Descriptions such as “players still love it” are best understood as qualitative recollections from fans and critics. The available official record supports the game’s historical acclaim, not a statistically representative 2026 sentiment claim.
Which Uncharted 2 version should you buy?
Standard physical release
The original retail PlayStation 3 release is the straightforward choice if you already own a clean, compatible disc or want the earliest packaging. Before buying, verify the disc condition, the console and region compatibility, and the seller’s current price. Availability and pricing vary because this is a legacy physical release rather than a product whose current production is documented here.
Best Value
Game of the Year Edition
The clearest documented replay edition is the physical Game of the Year Edition. Naughty Dog and PlayStation described it as the retail Blu-ray packaged with downloadable content. That makes it preferable when you want the original game and the associated add-on material in one documented package.
- Choose the Game of the Year Edition when: included downloadable content and complete physical packaging are priorities.
- Choose the standard release when: you already have the disc or find a better-condition, region-compatible copy at a lower current price.
Search specifically for “Uncharted 2 Among Thieves PS3.” Check the live retailer listing for the exact disc condition, included inserts or codes, region compatibility and price. Neither edition should be assumed to be in current production or universally available.
What the 17th anniversary can—and cannot—prove
The anniversary confirms a release date and gives the game’s historical record a clear milestone. It does not, by itself, prove that every modern player shares the same opinion, that online matchmaking has a particular 2026 population, or that either physical edition is easy to find. The defensible conclusion is narrower and stronger: Uncharted 2 remains a landmark PlayStation 3 sequel because its launch recognition, sales, multiplayer reach and awards record were all unusually substantial, and its cinematic action design still gives replayers a clear reason to return.
Quick Recap
Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon at the time of purchase will apply.
