Tomb Raider Trilogy

tr legend is the simplest game in the tomb raider franchisebr>crystal dynamics and square teamed up with members of core design and the creator of Laracroft: It would have been impossible for Toby's team to recreate tr on the game which as it turns out might be the hardest, as all three of these games reboot prior to the 2014 series rebooted using the original storyline. Not even all three of the games are based on the new series rebooted.

Phoenix Meyers

| Apr 04, 2021

For a Tomb Raider fan, the Tomb Raider Trilogy for PS is an excellent package. Despite the fact that none of the three games received particularly high reviews upon their initial release, they are all very good at what one would expect from someone who has played the classic Tomb Raider games. Lara Croft travels to a variety of exotic locations in each game, where she encounters organized crime and occasionally supernatural foes. Lara's background, childhood, and life story are all explored in great detail. Games are more serious than the previous generation's first three games. This feels similar to other Ubisoft games in which a character must use acrobatics to navigate walls, climb cliffs, and avoid insane danger. A game like Assassin's Creed would be a good example. Another cool feature is that there are items strewn about that you can collect to gain access to additional information and game features. Underwater navigation and diving have been greatly improved, and they now function flawlessly. br>br>At this point, you should be aware of some potentially unfavorable aspects of this three-game collection. While the first two games on the cover run smoothly (720p only), the third, Tomb Raider Underworld, does not. By poorly, I mean that the graphics are choppy and there is frame skipping, which makes movement and jumping less fluid and jittery. That is not typical of most games, so I believe it is a shoddy PC port, as the game runs smoothly on the PC. br>br>As a result, I'd say it's a great three-in-one package. It's a lot of fun because you can see what games led to the creation of modern high-end games like Uncharted and Assassin's Creed, and there are also trophies.

Luna Jennings

| Nov 26, 2021

Crystal Dynamics took over Tomb Raider after Angel of Darkness on the PlayStation 2, and they did not disappoint. The development teams really delivered a great product, from the graphics to the gameplay mechanics and storyline, and this has three games in one package for a great price, so there are a lot of hours of "playtime" here.

Robert Moon

| Sep 04, 2021

So, now that I've finished playing the Tomb Raider Trilogy on the PlayStation 3, I think it's time for a proper review. I made it a goal to see as much of TR as possible. Trilogy before writing a review and I am pleased to say that I have completed all three games to 100% including acquiring the platinum trophy in each game. br>I've been a Tomb Raider fan since the PS1's release in the mid-nineties. end of the 1990s I've watched the series develop from its heyday with Core Design to its eventual decline and resurgence with Crystal Dynamics as the developer. The Tomb Raider Trilogy is made up of two new games: Tomb Raider Legend and Tomb Raider Underworld are two video games based on the Tomb Raider franchise. Tomb Raider Anniversary, a remake of the first Tomb Raider game, is the third installment in this trilogy. If you're new to the series and have purchased or are considering purchasing TR Trilogy, I recommend playing them in the following order: a myth New Year's Eve The depths of the earth. Even though there are significant time gaps between games, the story will make more sense this way. br>br>Tomb Raider Legend is, without a doubt, the weakest of the three games. The graphics will be ready early next year. gen (X360) and, in comparison to the other two games, clearly show their age. The game's overall design deviated significantly from the original Tomb Raider formula. The game is extremely linear and does not rely on exploration or puzzles. The game's few puzzles are absurdly simple and provide little challenge. The game is also extremely short, and it can be finished in one or a few short sessions. br>br>The basic plot (spoiler-free) follows Lara's life after she was a child and survived a horrific plane crash in the Himalayas. Lara's ultimate goal is to gather the fragments of a legendary sword that she believes holds the key to her success. Along the way, Lara runs into an old friend who has turned against her. br>br>However, there are some positive aspects to the game: it is entertaining and provides a clear and concise story driven by short cut-scenes. scenes in the transition between levels The settings are also diverse, ranging from Lara's familiar tombs and ancient sites to modern-day Tokyo. It's a fun twist, though it doesn't quite fit in with the Tomb Raider series. The time trials at the end of the game provide the majority of the challenge and replayability. You must complete each level in a timed run to unlock cheats, costumes, and other extras such as artwork. The platinum trophy must be earned through time trials as well. There are no multiplayer modes or DLC available in this game. br>br>Up next: The Anniversary of Tomb Raider TR Anniversary is, as previously stated, a remake of the first game. With the remake, certain liberties were taken, including (obviously) vast improvements to the graphics engine, as well as level design and overall gameplay enhancements. While the game is light years ahead of the PS1 version of Tomb Raider, anyone who has played Anniversary on the PS2 will recognize the similarities right away. Crystal Dynamics, I believe, essentially ported the Anniversary PS2 game to the PS3. The game looks great, but it isn't quite up to par with the most recent PS3 releases. br>br>TR Anniversary is, without a doubt, the best of the trilogy's three games. Tomb Raider: Anniversary is exactly how it should be; a big open space ended levels with a lot of platforming and a variety of difficult puzzles that you can finish in (mostly) any order you want. Later Tomb Raider games are much more linear, with little emphasis on exploration and puzzle solving. br>The story changes made to tie Anniversary in with the plot established in TR Legend may turn off some Tomb Raider veterans. Personally, I have no objections to this, as the early Tomb Raider games were notoriously lacking in story. br>br>The gameplay, graphics, and camera control are all very good here. Lara occasionally finds herself in situations where the camera angle isn't ideal. This is, without a doubt, TR Anniversary's and the series' biggest flaws. Both Core Design and Crystal Dynamics have had trouble getting the camera to work properly. br>br>Once again, the time trial events after you finish the game provide the main challenge and replay factor. Because of the nature of the levels and the presence of more enemies and boss fights, these time trials are significantly more difficult than those in Legend. To unlock cheats and the platinum trophy, you must first complete the time trials. Tomb Raider Underworld is the final game on the list. This is where I have my biggest beef with the Tomb Raider series and Crystal Dynamics' work. In short, if it weren't for Naughty Dog's Uncharted: Golden Abyss, Underworld would most likely be considered a flagship platformer. Drake's Fortune is a fictional character. TR Underworld is completely overshadowed by Naughty Dog's game in every way. br>Uncharted: A Journey Into the Unknown Drake's Fortune accomplished in a single game what Core Design and Crystal Dynamics had failed to achieve in eight Tomb Raider games over a ten-year period. So, what exactly are the issues in Underworld? br>br> Unfortunately, the game suffers from many of the same issues that have plagued the Tomb Raider franchise in the past: the camera is terrible, even worse than it was in Legend and Anniversary. The camera is jerky and moves far too quickly, and it frequently fails to position correctly during platforming sections, resulting in a slew of frustrating deaths. Because of the camera, the controls are also jerky. br>br>The game was also released with a number of bugs that affected both gameplay and trophies. If you're planning on going for the platinum, I recommend reading up on the known trophies glitches first. Glitches in the game include Lara not grabbing certain ledges/platforms or falling after doing so. All of this adds up to a very frustrating situation. br>The story in Underworld picks up where TR Legend left off, possibly concluding the story arc. The game, on the other hand, is crippled by the game's decision to remove almost all fighting. There aren't many enemies in the game, and there aren't any boss battles. When the game is over, it's kind of. . . ends. There are also some odd design choices. br>br> TR Legend and TR Anniversary both have a chapter select option as well as the option to exit the game to the main menu. Underworld lacks these two fundamental options. Believe me when I say that this will be a source of frustration once you've completed the game. br>br>However, all is not lost, and there are some genuine positives to be found in Underworld. The graphics are fantastic, and I found myself spending a lot of time just admiring Crystal Dynamics' incredible work. The environments are lush and lovely, with a lot of small details. In terms of graphics, Underworld stands out among the trio. Underworld also has a far superior level design than Legend, though it still falls short of Anniversary. br>br>To sum it up, Tomb Raider Anniversary is a fantastic value for money game. For the price of one, you get three full games. The series is no longer the 'AAA' premier series it once was, and Underworld, in particular, demonstrates the flaws due to the inevitable comparisons to Uncharted. I would recommend purchasing these games to anyone who has yet to play them.

Hugo Lim

| Jan 26, 2021

To put it plainly, it's a must-have for $20, with three fantastic games! TR Legend has the least impressive graphics for a PS2 game, with a little robot movement for Lara, but it still has a good story in the style of the 1990's. The one that drew me in was "Anniversary," which was brilliant. Everything is great, and Underworld is a fantastic add-on, albeit not a fantastic PS3 game. The only drawback is that I am an Uncharted fan, and there is no comparison, but the TR Trilogy games have their own strengths, and adding the extras and making some small videos doesn't hurt. At $20, it's a must, but beware because the Metal Gear Solid Collection is on the way, and that will most likely be awesome. This is an excellent selection.

Sevyn Hardin

| May 14, 2021