Tomb Raider
Release Date: March 5, 2013
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The tenth iteration of adventures of Lara Croft, released as a reboot of the original, cult action-adventure series - Tomb Raider. The game was developed by Crystal Dynamics Studios under the auspices of Eidos Montreal. Their goal was to re-imagine the heroine in a new, grittier way. The game is set on an island near the coast of Japan, where young Lara Croft came in search for relics of ancient civilizations.
Last Update: March 11, 2013
Tomb Raider Game Guide
This unofficial guide to Tomb Raider details everything there is to know about the game, and most of all contains an extremely comprehensive walkthrough of the single-player campaign.
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Game Informer: 9.3 / 10 by Matt Helgeson
If you've already played Tomb Raider, it's not worth $60. If you haven't, this is the best game currently available on Xbox One or PS4
Post Arcade (National Post): 9.5 / 10 by Daniel Kaszor
Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition, is last years best triple-A game rebuilt for next-gen consoles, outpacing even the PC version in some regards for graphical fidelity
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette: 9 / 10 by Max Parker
"Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition" would be an absolute must-buy if it were priced between $40 or $50. Even an inclusion of some single player DLC would increase the value. Currently, a 360 version of "Tomb Raider" costs $23.99 on Amazon.com, and the PS3 version is less than a dollar more than that. You're essentially paying almost $40 for updated graphics, and maps for a multiplayer mode that I was never a fan of to begin with. "Tomb Raider's" single player holds up extremely well, and was arguably better the second time around. If you never played the original, I'd suggest picking up the "Definitive Edition," but it's a steep asking price if you're revisiting the game.
The main pros of the game
- Engaging Storyline: Many users praised the compelling narrative that explores Lara Croft's origin story and character growth. The emotional depth of her journey from a naive young woman to a resilient survivor is highlighted.
- Stunning Graphics: The game is noted for its beautiful visuals, even for a title released in 2013. Users appreciated the detailed environments, character models, and dynamic lighting.
- Fluid Gameplay Mechanics: The combination of combat, climbing, and exploration is described as intuitive and satisfying. Users enjoyed the mix of action, puzzles, and stealth elements.
- Character Development: Lara's transformation throughout the game is frequently mentioned as a strong point, making players feel invested in her journey.
- Variety in Gameplay: The game offers a mix of combat, puzzles, and exploration, with many users finding the gameplay dynamic and engaging.
- Atmospheric Sound Design: The audio and music enhance the immersive experience, contributing to the overall atmosphere of the game.
The main cons of the game
- Linear Progression: Some users felt that the game follows a relatively fixed path, limiting exploration and making it feel more linear than previous titles in the franchise.
- Limited Tomb Exploration: While there are optional tombs, many players found them to be brief and not as intricate as expected, leading to a desire for more complex puzzles.
- Repetitive Gameplay Elements: Certain gameplay mechanics, such as quick-time events and specific combat scenarios, were seen as repetitive or frustrating.
- Character Depth: While Lara is well-developed, other supporting characters were often described as one-dimensional or cliché, lacking depth compared to her character.
The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users
- Complex Puzzles: Some players expressed a desire for more challenging and intricate puzzles, reminiscent of earlier Tomb Raider games.
- Deeper Character Development for Supporting Cast: Users noted that while Lara is well-developed, other characters lack depth and complexity, making them less memorable.
- More Tomb Raiding Elements: Fans of the franchise wanted a stronger focus on tomb raiding and exploration, feeling that the game leaned too heavily on action and combat.
- Improved Multiplayer Experience: The multiplayer mode was criticized for being repetitive and lacking a player base, leading to a diminished experience for those interested in that aspect of the game.
Summary
- Overall, "Tomb Raider" (2013) is seen as a successful reboot of the franchise, with strong visuals, engaging gameplay, and a compelling story, though it has some shortcomings in terms of linearity and the depth of supporting characters.
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GAMERS Score
Average score from 15144 votes. 2910 players anticipated the game.
Tomb Raider Description
Tomb Raider is the latest installment of the classic action series game spiced with adventure elements. The game was developed by Crystal Dynamics, the same studio that created three previous installments, i.e. the Anniversary, Legend and Underworld.
This game is a series reboot so you play as young Lara Croft before she became the famous adventurer. Powerful storm damages Lara’s research vessel and our heroine lands on a mysterious island near the coast of Japan. The player’s task is to survive in wild and hostile environment.
This time Lara is both the hunter and the prey. This aspect is stressed owing to new brutal combat mechanics and various applications for available weapons, i.e. a bow. To survive, players must use everything they have at hand, while found ropes, hooks and machetes may be essential when exploring the game world. Additional feature is a new movement system enabling almost any possible move that only comes to the player’s mind. The Tomb Raider series has been renowned for its platform game elements and the latest installment significantly raises the bar in this regard.
Tomb Raider breaks the linearity of its predecessors and offers large, open and constantly changing world divided into a number of smaller sites unlocked as the player progresses. A new feature, i.e. character development through the distribution of skill points and the ability to create objects of different elements the players find during the exploration of the island has been introduced. For the purpose of the series reboot, the developers decided to quit the automatic aiming system and replace it with a completely new one, forcing player to aim at the enemies and fire.
The game runs on Crystal Engine offering breathtaking views, high-resolution textures and detailed character models. Moreover, animation has been improved just as physics engine.
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Tomb Raider Series
A series of TPP action adventure games, whose main character is archaeologist Lara Croft. Through video games, comic books and movies, Tomb Raider is among the most recognizable brands of contemporary popular culture.
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Tomb Raider Summary
Platforms:
PC / Windows March 5, 2013
PlayStation 4 January 28, 2014
Xbox One January 28, 2014
PlayStation 3 March 5, 2013
Xbox 360 March 5, 2013
Developer: Crystal Dynamics / Nixxes Software (PC) / Nixxes Software (PS3)
Publisher: Square Enix
Tomb Raider System Requirements
PC / Windows
Recommended: Core i5 2.66 GHz, 1 GB RAM (4 GB RAM - Vista/7), graphic card 1 GB (GeForce GTX 480 or better), 10 GB HDD, Windows XP/Vista/7/8
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