Thieves Europe Npea00364 Top — Uncharted 2 Among

Warning: PS3 servers for Uncharted 2 were shut down in 2019. You cannot get online trophies anymore unless you already had them.
Affected trophies:

→ Platinum is now impossible on original PS3 version.

In the PS3 modding scene, NPEA00364 is highly regarded because the European disc contains multiple language files (English, French, German, Spanish, Italian) but no region-lock on the game data. When extracted to an internal HDD via multiman or webMAN, this ID is often used as a base for creating undubbed or modified PKG installs. The “Top” variant is often cheaper to source second-hand than the original release, making it the go-to for modders. uncharted 2 among thieves europe npea00364 top

As of 2025, a standard, loose copy of Uncharted 2 sells for $5-10. A complete-in-box “Essentials” or “Platinum” copy goes for $10-15. However, the NPEA00364 TOP variant occupies a curious space.

NPEA00364 is the product code assigned to the European (PAL) retail release of Uncharted 2: Among Thieves on Blu-ray Disc. Sony’s PS3 naming convention breaks down as follows: Warning: PS3 servers for Uncharted 2 were shut

This specific ID is found on the disc’s inner ring and the spine of the case. It tells you precisely which mastering version of the game you own—critical for compatibility with PS3 console firmware, debug units, and certain modding tools.

Uncharted 2: Among Thieves (PS3, NPEA00364 region code for Europe) is a 2009 action-adventure game developed by Naughty Dog. Building on its predecessor, it refined cinematic storytelling, third-person shooting, platforming, and multiplayer, becoming a landmark title that influenced narrative-driven games. This paper analyzes the game’s design, narrative themes, technical achievements, regional release context (Europe, NPEA00364), critical reception, and legacy. → Platinum is now impossible on original PS3 version

Absolutely not. Unlike some “Greatest Hits” reprints on PS1 or PS2 that stripped features or used cheaper CD-ROMs, the PS3’s Blu-ray format ensures data integrity is identical across all pressings of NPEA00364. The “Top” disc:

The only difference is cosmetic: the case and disc art bear the budget branding. Some collectors avoid them for aesthetic reasons, but players and modders often prefer them because they’re cheaper and functionally identical.

Sony’s trophy system treats different region codes as different games. If you have already earned the Platinum trophy on a US copy (BCUS-98123), earning trophies on the NPEA00364 will start a fresh, separate trophy list. Completionists often hunt regional stacks to earn multiple Platinums from the same title.