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The Rub Al Khali
Uncharted 3: Drake's Deception

The Rub Al Khali

Follow our Uncharted 3: Drake's Deception walkthrough for Chapter 18, 'The Rub Al Khali,' guiding you through the desert, finding treasures, and reaching the settlement.

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Follow our Uncharted 3: Drake's Deception walkthrough for Chapter 18, 'The Rub Al Khali,' guiding you through the desert, finding treasures, and reaching the settlement.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Begin by walking through the desert alone.
  2. 2
    Head towards the wreckage of a plane for a cutscene.
  3. 3
    Continue walking along the dune until the screen fades.
  4. 4
    Upon returning, you will be near a well. Approach it to trigger another cutscene.
  5. 5
    The well is empty, but a vase on the other side contains the Calcite Statue of Female Figure treasure.
  6. 6
    As night falls, use the hint to continue into the next day.
  7. 7
    You will encounter a mirage that fades back to the same well. If you missed the treasure, collect it now.
  8. 8
    Wander aimlessly through the desert for a while until you reach the settlement, which concludes the chapter.
Tips
  • Keep an eye out for the vase near the well to find the treasure.
  • The journey through the desert spans multiple days, indicated by the change from day to night.

Guide Information:

  • Publisher: Sony Computer Entertainment
  • Platforms: PS3, PS4
  • Genre: Action Adventure
  • Guide Release: 19 August 2014
  • Last Updated: 7 December 2020
  • Guide Author: Stephanie Barnes

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