Step 1: Obtaining your Base Game PKG
Insert your Uncharted 4 disc into a jailbroken PS4. Using software like PS4 Dumper Tool or Dumper Payload, create the app.pkg file of your base game. This is your "ROM." Copy it to your PC. (File size: ~57 GB)
Step 2: Obtaining the Update PKG
Connect to your PSN (still on the jailbroken console) and download the latest patch for Uncharted 4. Use a package installer to extract the update as a separate patch.pkg. This is the PKG UPDATE file. (File size: ~15-20 GB)
Step 3: Installing into ShadPS4
Step 4: Backporting (If necessary)
Some updates require a higher firmware version (e.g., 8.00+). You may need a "Backport Patch" to run the update on lower emulator versions. Look for a Backport.pkg if your game fails to boot after the update. Uncharted 4- A Thief-s End - PS4 ROM PKG UPDATE
Step 5: Running the Game
In ShadPS4, right-click Uncharted 4 and select "Boot." The first boot will compile shaders—this may take 30 minutes. Be patient. Once inside, check the version number on the main menu screen. It should read 1.33.
Sony enforces region locking for updates. You cannot install a European PKG update on a North American base ROM. Here are the major CUSA IDs for Uncharted 4:
Always verify your base game's CUSA ID before searching for a PKG update. Step 1: Obtaining your Base Game PKG Insert
Naughty Dog released over 20 patches for Uncharted 4, transforming the game from a buggy launch title into a polished masterpiece. If you are running an old v1.00 backup, you are missing the following critical improvements:
For those managing PS4 game files (often formatted as .pkg), understanding the version history of Uncharted 4 is crucial for the best experience.
In traditional console emulation, a "ROM" (Read-Only Memory) is a dump of a game cartridge. For disc-based consoles like the PS4, the correct term is an ISO or a dump. However, the community loosely uses "PS4 ROM" to refer to the folder structure or file containing the game data. For Uncharted 4, the base game is massive—often exceeding 55 GB. Step 4: Backporting (If necessary) Some updates require
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Note: This guide assumes you have a retail PS4 console or a compatible emulation environment that supports official firmware.