Start with UNCHARTED: Drake’s Fortune if you want to follow Nathan Drake’s story in order. Then play UNCHARTED 2: Among Thieves and UNCHARTED 3: Drake’s Deception. The Nathan Drake Collection bundles all three single-player campaigns, making it the simplest way to begin the original trilogy.
Which Uncharted game should you play first?
For the clearest introduction to Nathan Drake’s main story, play the first three games in release order:
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- UNCHARTED: Drake’s Fortune
- UNCHARTED 2: Among Thieves
- UNCHARTED 3: Drake’s Deception
This order lets you follow the series’ evolving story and continuity. It is a recommendation, not a requirement: PlayStation says each game has a unique story and is designed to stand on its own. Its product FAQ answers “Which Uncharted game should I play first?” with “Whichever one you’d like.” Read the official collection FAQ.
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| Collection | Games included | Best fit |
|---|---|---|
| The Nathan Drake Collection | Drake’s Fortune, Among Thieves and Drake’s Deception; single-player campaigns | Players who want to start Nathan Drake’s story at the beginning |
| Legacy of Thieves Collection | UNCHARTED 4: A Thief’s End and UNCHARTED: The Lost Legacy | Players looking for the later adventures, not the original trilogy |
PlayStation lists Legacy of Thieves for PS5 and PC and gives its release date as January 28, 2022. The Nathan Drake Collection is listed as a PS4 collection. Check your regional store and the specific edition before purchasing, since availability can differ.
#1 Best Overall
- Seek your fortune and leave your mark on the map in the UNCHARTED: Legacy of Thieves Collection.
- Uncover the thrilling cinematic storytelling and the largest blockbuster action set pieces in the UNCHARTED franchise
- Delivered by award winning developer Naughty Dog, the UNCHARTED: Legacy of Thieves Collection includes the two critically-acclaimed UNCHARTED 4: A Thief's End and UNCHARTED: The Lost Legacy.
- Each story is filled with laughs, drama, high octane combat, and a sense of wonder - remastered to be even more immersive.
- Live the adventure like never before with the features and incredible speed of the PlayStation 5 console.
Can you start with Uncharted 4 or The Lost Legacy?
UNCHARTED 4: A Thief’s End
You can start here if it is the game you have or the one that interests you most. It is a later Nathan Drake story: Nathan has retired before his brother Sam returns and pulls him back into an adventure. Starting earlier provides more context for the ongoing character story, but the series’ standalone structure means you do not have to play every previous game first. See PlayStation’s description of the collection.
UNCHARTED: The Lost Legacy
This adventure centers on Chloe Frazer and Nadine Ross as they search for the Golden Tusk of Ganesh in India’s Western Ghats. It is a reasonable starting choice if those leads appeal to you, though it is also a later entry in the series. PlayStation identifies Chloe as a lead in both The Lost Legacy and earlier games. Read the official game description.
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- DualSense Wireless Controller Features: Feel the action unfold with the DualSense wireless controller's haptic feedback through punches, vaults, and vehicular traversal. Experience the tension in rope swings via dynamic adaptive triggers.
- Fast Loading: Jump back into the adventure quickly with the PS5 console's Ultra-High Speed SSD and near-instant load times.
- 3D Audio: Hear the world of UNCHARTED: Legacy of Thieves Collection come to life around you with 3D Audio.
- Fidelity Mode: Play in a super sharp native 4K resolution with a 30fps target framerate.
- Performance Mode: Play with a smooth 60fps target framerate. 4K-TV players will experience a 4K resolution upscaled from a 1440p base resolution. 1080p HD-TV players will experience a 1080p resolution supersampled from a 1440p base with improved anti-aliasing..Performance+ Mode: Play with a high impact 120fps target framerate and a 1080p resolution.
Does Legacy of Thieves include the first three games or multiplayer?
No. Legacy of Thieves Collection includes UNCHARTED 4 and The Lost Legacy, not Drake’s Fortune, Among Thieves or Drake’s Deception. It is a single-player release and does not include multiplayer from the original titles. PlayStation’s collection page describes its two games; its FAQ addresses the multiplayer omission.
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Best Value
- DualSense Wireless Controller Features: Feel the action unfold with the DualSense wireless controller's haptic feedback through punches, vaults, and vehicular traversal. Experience the tension in rope swings via dynamic adaptive triggers.
- Fast Loading: Jump back into the adventure quickly with the PS5 console's Ultra-High Speed SSD and near-instant load times.
- 3D A Performance+ Mode: Play with a high impact 120fps target framerate and a 1080p resolution. udio: Hear the world of UNCHARTED: Legacy of Thieves Collection come to life around you with 3D Audio.
- Fidelity Mode: Play in a super sharp native 4K resolution with a 30fps target framerate.
- Performance+ Mode: Play with a high impact 120fps target framerate and a 1080p resolution.
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Choose your starting point
- Want Nathan Drake’s story in order? Begin with Drake’s Fortune, ideally through The Nathan Drake Collection.
- Already own a later game? Start with it; prior games add continuity, but are not required to enjoy each adventure.
- Most interested in Chloe and Nadine? Start with The Lost Legacy.
- Choosing between collections? Pick The Nathan Drake Collection for the first three games, or Legacy of Thieves for UNCHARTED 4 and The Lost Legacy.
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