The Art of the Uncharted Trilogy
The Art of the Uncharted Trilogy is a digital PDF art book edited by Brendan Wright. It is available as an instant download for readers interested in video game art and production design.
This 194-page volume presents production art from the first three Uncharted games, with commentary and captions connected to their development at Naughty Dog.
The digital edition is supplied as a PDF file and can be accessed after purchase through compatible reading apps and devices.
Book Overview
The Art of the Uncharted Trilogy documents the development of Uncharted: Drake’s Fortune, Uncharted 2: Among Thieves, and Uncharted 3: Drake’s Deception. Its central subject is the production art and creative process behind the trilogy.
The book covers environments and characters, including the concept work, design iterations, and thought processes that led to final game designs. It also addresses the work involved in modeling, rigging, texturing, and lighting each finalized concept.
The volume was published by Dark Horse Books, a division of Dark Horse Comics, Inc. Brendan Wright is credited as editor of compilation. The book includes a foreword by Erick Pangilinan and captions by Erick Pangilinan, Robh Ruppel, and Eric Monacelli.
What You’ll Discover Inside
- Production art from the three Uncharted games in the trilogy.
- Environments and characters developed for the games.
- Iterations and thought processes behind final designs.
- The role of concept art in the production process.
- Artistic work involving modeling, rigging, texturing, and lighting.
- Commentary from the studio and captions by credited contributors.
Why This Book Matters
This art book records how concept artists and other creative teams contributed to a major video game trilogy. It shows how visual ideas developed through the production process and became part of the finished games.
The foreword describes Naughty Dog’s transition from cartoon-style projects to the more realistic visual direction of Uncharted. It also discusses the changing tools, pipelines, character work, animation, environments, and production demands involved in creating the trilogy.
For readers studying game art, concept development, or visual production, the book provides a documented view of the artwork behind the games.
Book Details
| Title | The Art of the Uncharted Trilogy |
|---|---|
| Editor | Brendan Wright |
| Foreword by | Erick Pangilinan |
| Captions by | Erick Pangilinan; Robh Ruppel; Eric Monacelli |
| Publisher | Dark Horse Books |
| Publisher Division | A division of Dark Horse Comics, Inc. |
| Publisher Location | Milwaukie, OR 97222 |
| Edition | First edition |
| First Print Edition | April 2015 |
| Language | English |
| Pages | 194 |
| Format | |
| File Type | |
| File Size | 460.2 MB |
| File Size Bytes | 482537767 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1-61655-487-3 |
| Digital ISBN | 978-1-62115-935-3 |
| Library of Congress Control Number | 2014031092 |
| Library of Congress Classification | GV1469.37.A67 2015 |
| Dewey Decimal Classification | 794.8–de23 |
| Copyright | © 2015 Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC. |
| Game Developer | Naughty Dog, Inc. |
| Licensed By | SCEA |
Device Compatibility
This is a digital download, and no physical copy will be shipped. Access is available after purchase.
The PDF works with appropriate Kindle apps, tablets, desktop computers, mobile devices, and compatible reading apps. Device features may vary by application.
FAQ
When can I access the book?
Access is available after purchase, with the PDF provided as an instant digital download.
Will I receive a physical copy?
No. This product is a digital download, so there is no physical shipping.
Which devices support the file?
The PDF can be opened with appropriate Kindle apps, tablets, desktop computers, mobile devices, and reading apps.
Review the details above to confirm that the PDF format meets your reading needs.
Verified Bibliographic Details
| Publisher Address | 10956 SE Main Street, Milwaukie, OR 97222 |
|---|---|
| Page Count | 194 |
| Summary | This coffee table book traces the development of the first three games in the successful Uncharted franchise by presenting production art from each game, along with commentary by the studio. |
| Game Titles | Uncharted: Drake’s Fortune; Uncharted 2: Among Thieves; Uncharted 3: Drake’s Deception |
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