TOMB RAIDER TRILOGY SERIES
However, it still provides a fun experience that’s worth playing, if only to see how much the series has improved since the first release. Because Anniversary features the most enjoyable adventure while Underworld has the best graphics, Legend is easily the hardest of the three games to enjoy. Though most Tomb Raider loyalists probably already own the three games, it’s a good purchase for fans who have yet to play any of the more recent ones in the series, and the added trophy support to Legend and Anniversary is sure to entice gamers who want to increase their PlayStation Network level. The Tomb Raider Trilogy is a solid three-pack of games that offers plenty of lasting value. Given that this message and the frequent pauses that plague the first two games aren’t a problem in Underworld, having something this sloppy in the compilation is unacceptable. An “updating profile” message pops up in the corner of the screen far too often, and while it doesn’t distract from gameplay, it does mar what should be a proper presentation for a compilation that celebrates Lara Croft’s last three adventures. Legend and Anniversary suffer from a few presentational problems, as well. The animations are also much more fluid and realistic, offering up a smoother, much more polished look. As expected, Underworld, which was already released for PlayStation 3, retains the same spectacular visual design that it did when it launched back in 2008. Additionally, the games don’t suffer from the frame rate issues that were so consistent in the past. This isn’t a major graphical overhaul, but it does the trick, and the PlayStation 3’s superior hardware is certainly put to good use. Environments are more defined, Lara looks a lot more detailed, and enemies are also sharply realistic. Visually, Legend and Anniversary look a lot better than they did before. Perhaps a more in-depth documentary on the trilogy as opposed to the short developer diaries would have made the package feel more special. At $40, the collection is modestly priced, but a few more extras would have been welcome. While these extras are decent enough, the overall package seems a bit bare. In addition to the three games, The Tomb Raider Trilogy also includes some short developer videos, trophy support for Legend and Anniversary, and an XMB theme. These issues certainly aren’t as noticeable as they are in Legend, but they occur somewhat more frequently than in Anniversary.
Unfortunately, camera problems continue to deter the series, even in Underworld. The actual adventure in Underworld isn’t as solid as that of Anniversary’s, but it still manages to outshine Legend’s campaign. Since it’s the most recent of the three, everything from Lara’s movements to the controls hold up much better. Rounding out the trilogy is Tomb Raider: Underworld, the only title in the series that had previously been released on PlayStation 3. While the camera is sure to cause problems, it’s a notch or two above the game before. It’s impressive that the developers were able to take the formula of Legend and craft a vastly superior sequel. The game also features a much better adventure, making it a far better game than Legend. The second game in The Tomb Raider Trilogy is Tomb Raider: Anniversary, and the moment you play this game, you’ll immediately notice the tighter controls, fluid animations, and an improved camera. While exploring caves and temples, Lara needs to frequently hang from ledges and jump to platforms behind her, and when you can’t really see what’s behind Lara, you’re in store for some frustration. Players can overlook the sub-par controls and animations, but when a game requires such precise platforming and plenty of moving around to solve puzzles, an erratic camera is a major setback. Though the game is definitely playable and still fun, the controls are wonky, Lara’s movements are clunky, and the camera is abysmal. Tomb Raider: Legend (originally released in 2006) is the first game on the disc, and it’s really starting to show its age. It’s not the strongest compilation, but it’s certainly a good package for gamers who want to catch up on the series and anyone who wants to take advantage of trophy support for the first two titles.
TOMB RAIDER TRILOGY PLUS
The Tomb Raider Trilogy (for PS3) features Tomb Raider: Legend, Tomb Raider: Anniversary, and Tomb Raider: Underworld, plus some pretty basic extras. Now the famous explorer’s latest adventures have been compiled onto one BluRay disc for gamers to enjoy. Since 1996, Lara Croft has been exploring dangerous ruins, collecting ancient relics, and even slaying the occasional dinosaur. The Tomb Raider franchise has been around for a long time.
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