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November 2015
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The editors liked
Compelling journey for Lara Croft
Fantastic environments that demand exploring
Challenging puzzles and battles
Excellent replay value
Solid graphical performance
Expedition mode is gripping
Impeccably paced cinematic action
Varied blend of gameplay styles
Optional tombs filled with clever environmental puzzles
Continues Lara Croft's character development
Entertaining puzzles
Complex heroine
Less gratuitous death
Plentiful Save points
Lovely visuals and wonderful voice acting complement the enthralling storytelling
Gorgeous world worth exploring
Engaging combat scenarios
Well written story and characters
Excellent crafting and upgrade system
Stunning visuals
Amazing sense of exploration
Loads to see and do
Wonderful locations
More tombs and puzzles
Combat is still great
Tons to explore
Introspective
Thematic narrative
Emergent gameplay areas
Tons of tombs to explore
Beautiful settings and aesthetic
Both shooting and stealth are rewarding
The editors didn't like
Players don't have as much freedom for dealing with foes
Timed exclusivity on Xbox platforms
Occasional inconsistent hitboxes and glitches when walking or running
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Hammy storyline
Few reasons to return after beating the campaign
Story fails to connect narrative themes
Small open-world maps
Some major disconnect between narrative and game design
Published: 2015-11-09, Author: Sean , review by: Gamingnexus.com
Abstract: Almost three years ago, I visited with Crystal Dynamics, the developer behind the reboot of the Tomb Raider series at CES in Las Vegas. I had always been a fan of the series, but felt that it had run its course. Lara Croft was a staple of the industry, a...
Abstract: OutfitsAchievements and TrophiesRise of the Tomb Raider follows up on Crystal Dymanics' redefining prequel/reboot to the Lara Croft saga. In Rise of the Tomb Raider, Lara becomes more than a survivor as she embarks on her first great Tomb Raiding expediti...
Published: 2015-11-09, Author: Jeff , review by: wccftech.com
Usually sequels are marred with the idea that they'll never be as good as the original. Rise of the Tomb Raider takes that stereotype and crushes it, smashing it with an ice-climbing axe and setting it on fire. The story brings us to classic Tomb Raider t...
Rise of the Tomb Raider is a competent sequel. There are some nice additions to the design, and the familiar mechanics from the previous game are the strongest aspects of the experience. But Lara's new adventure isn't interesting, and the serious tone doe...
Published: 2015-11-09, Author: Eric , review by: gamingtrend.com
Introspective, thematic narrative, Emergent gameplay areas, Tons of tombs to explore, Beautiful settings and aesthetic, Both shooting and stealth are rewarding
Occasional frame hitching, A few too many forced shootouts
Rise of the Tomb Raider continues Crystal Dynamic's standard of excellence, and creates an introspective and engrossing journey that combines a compelling narrative with fluid, exciting gameplay. Lara Croft is back, better than ever, and this series defin...
Published: 2015-11-13, Author: Patrick , review by: mobilesyrup.com
Abstract: Surprise – Rise of the Tomb Raider is the best game release of the holiday season. Yes, it's better than Halo 5 , Fallout 4, and even Battlefront, this Fall's three other big titles.Crystal Dynamics' 2013 Tomb Raider pulled off the impossible: The game su...
