Exciting whispers are circulating online, hinting at the possibility of an Uncharted: Drake’s Fortune remake potentially making its way to the PS5.
Recent rumors have ignited speculation that the acclaimed Naughty Dog series might be revisiting its roots with a remake of Uncharted: Drake’s Fortune for the PS5. Originally released as a PlayStation 3 exclusive in 2007, Uncharted: Drake’s Fortune laid the foundation for one of Sony’s most beloved franchises, spanning multiple console generations with sequels, spin-offs, and more.
While the initial release garnered positive reviews, its successors are often revered to a greater extent. Bluepoint refreshed the game for the PS4’s Uncharted: The Nathan Drake Collection, aligning combat mechanics with later installments and leveraging the PS4’s enhanced capabilities for improved graphics. Given this remaster, some may question the need for a full-fledged PS5 remake, but recent rumblings suggest that such a project may be in consideration.
The Xbox Era podcast, featuring hosts Nick Baker and Jon Clarke,
floated the idea that an Uncharted 1 remake was proposed and “strongly considered” by Sony in the past. Although there’s no confirmation that the remake is in active development, the fact that it has been discussed adds an intriguing layer to the speculation.
Should an Uncharted 1 remake materialize on the PS5, curiosity arises about the studio entrusted with this venture. Past remakes and remasters of Naughty Dog’s titles have been handled by external studios, such as Bluepoint’s work on Uncharted: The Nathan Drake Collection.
However, Naughty Dog has also taken the reins on occasions,
leading projects like The Last of Us Part 1 PS5 remake and the recently launched Last of Us Part 2 Remastered.
While Naughty Dog could potentially helm the Uncharted 1 remake,
the studio appears to be immersed in ongoing projects. Persistent rumors hint at a new IP in development at Naughty Dog, suggesting that the esteemed developer is venturing into uncharted territory once again. Furthermore, whispers of The Last of Us Part 3 being in the pipeline add to the anticipation, although concrete details are likely a long way off.
The silver lining for fans is that, regardless of the remake’s status, Uncharted: Drake’s Fortune is already accessible on the PlayStation 5. Thanks to backward compatibility with PS4, PS5 gamers can dive into Uncharted: Drake’s Fortune through Uncharted: The Nathan Drake Collection. So, whether it’s a remake or a replay of the original, the world of Nathan Drake continues to captivate on the latest PlayStation console.