A blast from the past is coming, with the upcoming Tomb Raider I-III Remastered! Set to launch on February 14th for PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, and PC, this collection brings back the ’90s-era Tomb Raider games featuring the iconic adventurer Lara Croft.
Excitingly, the remastered trilogy offers a perfect blend of preserving the original games and adding modern touches. One standout feature is the option to switch between updated visuals and the original graphics whenever you want, giving you the best of both worlds. To make the classic adventures more accessible to today’s players, the remaster includes a control option using the right stick to move the camera, bringing a more contemporary feel to the gameplay. If you’re a fan of the original tank controls, fret not – you can toggle them back on in the options.
Visual enhancements go beyond a fresh coat of paint. Aspyr has replaced 2D sprite-based items with new 3D models, adding a little more flair to your item pick-ups. Boss battles are also getting an upgrade with health bars, making it easier to track your progress against those formidable foes. But that’s not all! More than 200 trophies (or achievements on Xbox) are spread across the three games, offering unique challenges beyond the standard level completion. For instance, you might earn a trophy for locking the creepy butler in the mansion’s freezer – a nod to a Tomb Raider tradition.
One of the coolest additions is a full photo mode available in all three games. Capture in-game screenshots during any level or moment, and you can even toggle between classic and modern visuals while in photo mode. Overall, this remastered trilogy promises a nostalgic journey with a fresh twist. The revamped controls, modernized visuals, and quality-of-life tweaks have us eager to dive back into these classic adventures. Whether you’re a fan of the old-school tank controls or prefer a more contemporary experience, Tomb Raider I-III Remastered caters to everyone’s playstyle.
So mark your calendars for February 14th and get ready to raid tombs like never before! And if that’s not enough Lara Croft for you, keep an eye out for the next “biggest” entry in the series from Crystal Dynamics and Amazon Games. The adventure continues!