The In-Game Store
Uncharted 4’s in-game store is possibly the smartest addition to the game’s traditional multiplayer, and the best lesson learned from the studio’s last multiplayer endeavor, The Last of Us. The store allows players to purchase powerful “Mysticals,” heavy weapons like RPG’s, and sidekicks that add a new layer of strategy to the game. The feature feels like a natrual evolution and adaption from TLOU’s mid-match crafting and upgrade system.
The Mysticals and sidekicks are a highlight of the experience, especially the easily-summoned sidekicks like the Savior, who follows the player around, helps in combat with his pistol, gives ammo packs, and quickly revives allies when they go down. You can even equip the Sniper sidekick and place them in a good position to take out unsuspecting foes. Another favorite is the Cintamani Stone Mystical, which can instantly revive all allies in a radius.
The best part of the in-game store, though, is its speed. The store is instantly summoned with the touch pad, and a quick tap of the d-pad upgrades your gear or summons your sidekick beside you. It’s an excellently designed system.
