The Tomb Raider Trilogy is comprised of three previous Tomb Raider titles, all represented in glorious 720p HD. Legend, Anniversary and Underworld all make an appearance on the collection disc, as well as video diaries and other extras. While there are still some shortcomings across the board, the diversity and longevity of the package makes it a great buy.
Each game looks wholly superior to their original counterparts, with solid frame rates, improved clarity and more vibrant colours. There are still some low-res textures and jaggy edges here and there – especially in Legend - but these are expected when updating an old game. While the graphics are much improved, it’s a shame to see some control and camera issues return to cause frustration. There are moments where the camera gets stuck in a certain position, or when you’re unable to grapple onto something simply because you’re not facing exactly opposite a target. These moments were few and far between across the entire three games, but it’s still a hindrance that detracts from the immersion.
The three games included in the package offer very different Tomb Raider experiences. Legend breaks away from the traditional Tomb Raider formula and presents shorter, more focused level design, while Anniversary is a return to Tomb Raider roots – exploring caverns and fighting prehistoric creatures is par for the course here. Underworld offers a much larger scope, improved visuals and a deeper array of abilities – it feels like a blend of its two predecessors, and despite some minor faults, it’s still a wholly enjoyable game from start to finish.
All in all, Trilogy is a must buy for Tomb Raider fans and bargain hunters alike. Three solid adventures represented in luscious HD - alongside extra goodies – all for less than the price of a standard game is something that only a fool would pass up.
[etRating value=“ 4”]
Each game looks wholly superior to their original counterparts, with solid frame rates, improved clarity and more vibrant colours. There are still some low-res textures and jaggy edges here and there – especially in Legend - but these are expected when updating an old game. While the graphics are much improved, it’s a shame to see some control and camera issues return to cause frustration. There are moments where the camera gets stuck in a certain position, or when you’re unable to grapple onto something simply because you’re not facing exactly opposite a target. These moments were few and far between across the entire three games, but it’s still a hindrance that detracts from the immersion.
The three games included in the package offer very different Tomb Raider experiences. Legend breaks away from the traditional Tomb Raider formula and presents shorter, more focused level design, while Anniversary is a return to Tomb Raider roots – exploring caverns and fighting prehistoric creatures is par for the course here. Underworld offers a much larger scope, improved visuals and a deeper array of abilities – it feels like a blend of its two predecessors, and despite some minor faults, it’s still a wholly enjoyable game from start to finish.
All in all, Trilogy is a must buy for Tomb Raider fans and bargain hunters alike. Three solid adventures represented in luscious HD - alongside extra goodies – all for less than the price of a standard game is something that only a fool would pass up.
[etRating value=“ 4”]
