Tomb Raider I•II•III Remastered brings back the iconic adventures of Lara Croft in a revamped form. As a fan of the original games, I was excited to revisit these classic titles with improved graphics and modern controls. However, my experience with the remastered collection was a mixed bag of nostalgia and frustration.
One of the highlights of Tomb Raider I•II•III Remastered is the updated graphics. The developers have done an impressive job of giving these older games a fresh coat of paint. The environments are more detailed, and Lara herself looks better than ever. It's a treat to explore the familiar tombs and ruins in stunning high-definition.
The controls have also been updated, which is a welcome change. The original Tomb Raider games had clunky controls that often led to frustrating moments. With the remastered collection, the controls feel more responsive and intuitive. Maneuvering Lara through tricky platforming sections is much smoother now, and combat has been improved as well.
However, despite these improvements, there are still some frustrating aspects to Tomb Raider I•II•III Remastered. One of the main issues I encountered was the camera angles. In certain areas, the camera would get stuck or change angles abruptly, leading to disorienting moments and missed jumps. This was particularly frustrating during precision platforming sections, where one wrong move would send me back to the beginning.
Another disappointment was the lack of additional content or features. While the updated graphics and controls are great, I was hoping for some bonus content or behind-the-scenes materials to accompany the remastered collection. It would have been a nice touch to have developer commentary or concept art to enhance the experience for longtime fans.
Overall, Tomb Raider I•II•III Remastered is a mixed bag. The updated graphics and controls breathe new life into these classic games, and revisiting the adventures of Lara Croft is a nostalgic trip down memory lane. However, the frustrating camera angles and lack of additional content hold this collection back from reaching its full potential.
Rating: 6/10
