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Onkel Neal
04-15-06, 09:21 AM
It's fun. Anyone else get it?
Sailor Steve
04-15-06, 12:06 PM
I still have the first three for PlayStation. Never got the later ones, as I don't have a PS2.
One of these days, though.
I've played the demo, it's pretty fun. The graphics aren't the best though... :up:
Hellcat
04-15-06, 09:19 PM
I've read too many mixed reviews from gamers, (they say it's too easy, too short, etc...) the review site's however have nothing constructive to say about it, only roses and green grass :roll: I'll give it a go sometime soon and certainly will check out the demo.
Onkel Neal
04-16-06, 11:13 PM
Just finished it, was pretty good. Had to redo some levels because I couldn't get the save to work the way I thought it was supposed to, but overall a good Tomb Raider game. :up:
bradclark1
04-17-06, 07:36 AM
So how long did it take to finish the game?
Onkel Neal
04-17-06, 11:55 AM
About 16 hours of playing time.
Hey fans of Lara Croft good news the demo is here http://www.tombraiderchronicles.com/underworld/demo.html
I have tested him and must admit the grafics and textures are great, i think the locations are most af all in de nature.
I'm not so far in the demo im still learning the moves.
The demo is the location of Hawai and i have made a screenshot after i felt of a rock in the sea :shifty:
releasedate game 21 nov.
http://static3.filefront.com/images/personal/m/menglee/137716/bsahhwmhsa.jpg
SUBMAN1
10-31-08, 09:27 PM
Tomb Raider - :down: Never did like Tomb Raider. Maybe 13 yr olds liked it because they got to watch digital ass running around, but no thanks. That is the premise this game is built on to sell.
-S
Captain Vlad
10-31-08, 10:36 PM
I'm a conditional Tomb Raider fan; when the first one emerged, it really was pretty revolutionary. Gotta remember that it was the first real 'Indiana Jones' game (even if you were a hot British chick instead of Harrison Ford), complete with sprawling 3D settings, wall climbing, rope swinging, etc. Before it, 'adventure' games were generally stuff like Kings Quest...which I ain't knocking, mind, I love the old Sierra games...but you see my point.
The franchise rapidly took a turn away from the tomb raiding and into more of the action genre, though, and it sort of lost it's appeal for me. Legend got my attention again, and I've been awaiting this one to see what they could accomplish with it.
Probably linear storyline. AKA: It automaticly sucks.
like i sed , i love the textures and the env. I dll COD world at war multiplayer demo must say this is a game that sucks whit the graffics
http://static3.filefront.com/images/personal/m/menglee/137716/ytheixyzce.jpg
Meh I'm of the opinion that if you judge of game of its graphics, you really aren't giving some awesome games a chance.
Dwarf Fortress for example has ASCII graphics and if you ask any true dwarf fortress player he'll say that if DF had recent generation graphics it just wouldn't be the same.
Meh I'm of the opinion that if you judge of game of its graphics, you really aren't giving some awesome games a chance.
Could say the same to you.
Probably linear storyline. AKA: It automaticly sucks
Meh I'm of the opinion that if you judge of game of its graphics, you really aren't giving some awesome games a chance.
Could say the same to you.
Probably linear storyline. AKA: It automaticly sucks
Meh, if the game isn't open ended I just don't see the point in playing it. If I play HL2 again, it will end up the exact same way I played it the first time, I mean whats the point? I'd be better off getting someone to write an after action report of their playthrough then spending money on it and going through the trouble of playing it.
Its why I love games like Dwarf fortress, X3 Reunion, Total war and Hearts of Iron 2. You never know exactly what your gonna get, and how things are gonna end up.
In games like Dwarf fortress you don't even need to play the game to have fun with it, some of the best fun can be had by just visiting the DF forums and reading the AARs of people playing through.
ajrimmer42
11-01-08, 06:30 AM
I've always loved the TR series so I'll be giving this a d/l. Really dissapointed with the COD W@W Beta cos it was crap, beats me why they though it was a good idea to use the COD4 engine again, it sucked ass even in COD4. The graphics are terrible. And this whole linear/non-linear stuff really annoys me too, I personally don't give a monkey's toss whether a game is linear or not, if it's good, it's good. In fact in some ways I prefer linear games cos you don't get lost!
Sorry, rant over.:|\\
Well I have the TR Underworld, and the gameas simply amazing graphics...I must disagree with some of you as for mea good game with bad graphics is no go, a badgame with good graphics and I am on it!I love graphic and this Tomb Raider is beautyfulll..Check this thread...http://www.subsim.com/radioroom/showthread.php?t=147296This is what I think...
Arclight
05-10-09, 08:20 AM
Recent take-over by Square Enix hasn't slowed them down. More sequels (http://kotaku.com/5246966/eidos-sequels-and-sequels-to-sequels) aren't always good news, but in the case of Hitman I'm certainly pleased. :yeah:
Ah, goodie. Always anxious to play a new Hitman game. :yeah:
Square-Enix took over Eidos? :o
Regular expansionist company isn't it? :hmmm:
Arclight
05-10-09, 02:28 PM
It is Japanese after all. :D ;)
It is Japanese after all. :D ;)
Touché :haha:
Falkirion
05-10-09, 06:37 PM
"The next Tomb Raider, I think, will surprise a lot of people and reinvigorate the franchise. There are some remarkable things we're doing in the next Tomb Raider to make you say, "Oh Lara, I love you so much!"
So they're increasing the size of her bust some more, turning her anime looking and including a nude skin?
TR Underworld wasn't too bad, not the greatest game but it was still fun while it lasted.
FIREWALL
05-10-09, 07:20 PM
I don't have the game but, I have the movie.
Hope they make a Hitman II movie.
Arclight
05-11-09, 07:56 AM
"The next Tomb Raider, I think, will surprise a lot of people and reinvigorate the franchise. There are some remarkable things we're doing in the next Tomb Raider to make you say, "Oh Lara, I love you so much!"
So they're increasing the size of her bust some more, turning her anime looking and including a nude skin?
TR Underworld wasn't too bad, not the greatest game but it was still fun while it lasted.Think they actually decreased it over time. Not that I was paying that close attention. :roll:
Enjoyed Underworld as well, though definitly not a brilliant game. I don't know how much influence Square is going to have on design, but it could mean better developed plot-lines and some more cut-scenes. Not a bad thing imho.
*Not much new, except that Thief 4 has been officialy confirmed.
http://www.joystiq.com/2009/05/11/livingstone-kane-and-lynch-2-aimed-for-sept-more-hitman-tomb-r/
CaptHawkeye
05-13-09, 07:26 AM
I generally like the Hitman games but they need to make the puzzle aspect of them less apparent. The game's tout "freedom" to perform the mission how you want. But that's really untrue, given the game still wants you to do the mission its way.
Arclight
05-13-09, 09:33 AM
You're never forced, as far as I can remember. Poison his drink, shoot him in the face at point blank or put a bullet in his chest from afar, it's all up to you. :hmmm:
I agree with CaptHawkeye. While there is multiple ways of killing your target, the different methods are usually just for that mission. If you take out the mission based methods and think what is left, you really only have a) shooting him or b) poisoning him with the syringe. There's no REAL choices, only those that the game gives us for that mission. That sucks.
Arclight
05-13-09, 03:47 PM
Well, the levels are fairly small, so freedom of movement is rather restricted. I agree there's only a limited set of possibilities, but you're free to choose which course of action to take.
Hitman was always a console game, maybe now with the next-gen ones with increased capabilities we'll see some expanded level designs.
I never played any of this previous...but perhaps would have done :cool:
(Reuters) - Gun-toting adventurer Lara Croft is back in the latest "Tomb Raider" game to fight for new players but she comes gadget-free, without the improbable curves and trademark braid, and with an adults-only rating.
http://www.reuters.com/article/2013/03/04/net-us-gaming-tombraider-idUSBRE9230OV20130304
Note: Mon Mar 4, 2013
kiwi_2005
03-04-13, 04:32 PM
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Takeda Shingen
03-04-13, 04:51 PM
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mookiemookie
03-04-13, 04:54 PM
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But seriously, guys, I sit right by a Bloomberg terminal. If you need real time quotes, just holler at me.
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Seems they pulled it, worked for me earlier.
Think they changed the URL
this one works http://www.reuters.com/article/2013/03/04/us-gaming-tombraider-idUSBRE9230OV20130304
kiwi_2005
03-04-13, 06:10 PM
or just chck out the video interview
http://www.reuters.com/article/video/idUSBRE9230OV20130304?videoId=241442532
Onkel Neal
02-18-15, 09:31 PM
I've always been a TR fan, and the last iteration was beyond excellent. I am looking forward to this new version.
http://cdn3-www.superherohype.com/assets/uploads/gallery/rise-of-the-tomb-raider/rise-of-the-tomb-raider10.jpg
Link: http://www.superherohype.com/news/330307-new-screenshots-behind-the-scenes-video-for-rise-of-the-tomb-raider#/slide/7
Tomb Raider Hub: http://www.gameinformer.com/p/rottr.aspx
Rise of the Tomb Raider continues the story of Lara Croft as she seeks to learn more about the deeper, secret world she has discovered around her. Obsessed by what she has seen, Lara is now threatened by a shadow organization intent on killing her for what she knows. She is pushed to her physical and mental limits as she seeks the truth buried deep within the tombs of an ancient world. To unravel the mystery of a Lost City, Lara must use her survival skills and wits, learn to trust new friends, and ultimately accept her destiny as the Tomb Raider.
http://media1.gameinformer.com/filestorage/CommunityServer.Components.SiteFiles/imagefeed/featured/crystaldynamics/tomb-raider/rise/puzzle/Tombpuzzles610.jpg
I'd also like to point out that for those of you who haven't played the last one, it's part of the current Humble Bundle, which is still up for the next 12 hours - you can get it if you pay $15 or more, and get several other great games along with it (while also helping charity :yep: )
https://www.humblebundle.com/
Onkel Neal
02-19-15, 10:58 AM
:yeah: Thanks!
Betonov
02-19-15, 11:56 AM
I see she has her epic badass icepick she got in the last one :yeah:
But as far as I remember there's not going to be a PC version.
But my info might be outdated
Arclight
02-20-15, 09:59 AM
It's a timed exclusive for the Xboxes. They didn't mention a PC version specifically yet, but considering the previous one was on PC and that it makes no sense to block part of your market it's reasonable to asume it will come along at some point.
Onkel Neal
10-04-15, 06:23 PM
Due out for Xbox1 and 360 on Nov 10.
Arclight
10-15-15, 10:11 AM
Windows should follow Q1 2016, with the PS4 version coming along Q4.
Onkel Neal
10-15-15, 04:39 PM
Yes sir, gearing up now, playing through some of the old TR games.:smug:
Onkel Neal
10-16-15, 11:59 AM
Rise of the Tomb Raider, and the Writer Behind it All
http://www.gamespot.com/articles/rise-of-the-tomb-raider-and-the-writer-behind-it-a/1100-6431449/
Lara's challenges are different this time. Her demons are psychological, her fears internalized after the events on the island of Yamatai. Pratchett approached this new explorer with empathy: How would Lara respond to that kind of trauma? How would she move forward? How would she cope, after seeing so much death on that lonely rock in the middle of the ocean?
"She is a survivor," Pratchett said. "It's more of an emotional trap than a physical one. She's seen the game's antagonists do terrible things to those that get in their way, and she's now more mentally prepared to fight fire with fire.
"And although she's not 100 percent comfortable with this, she's starting to come to the conclusion that for whatever reason, she's someone that can do this."
Plus some amazing video of "Bringing Lara to life"
Eichhörnchen
10-19-15, 01:19 PM
Yes sir, gearing up now, playing through some of the old TR games.:smug:
I haven't properly gotten into all this yet (love the movies, mind) but I picked up all the discs over time, plus a boxed-set collection containing Underworld, Legend and Anniversary. I'm saving all these up for when they finally lock me up, either for old-age or criminal negligence or GBH, whichever comes first...
Betonov
10-19-15, 01:34 PM
Any news on her gear.
Mostly that badass ice pick to crack skulls and a bow :D
Onkel Neal
10-19-15, 06:55 PM
I haven't properly gotten into all this yet (love the movies, mind) but I picked up all the discs over time, plus a boxed-set collection containing Underworld, Legend and Anniversary. I'm saving all these up for when they finally lock me up, either for old-age or criminal negligence or GBH, whichever comes first...
I was lucky to be around when the first TR game appeared, it was amazing for the time. Since all I have on the road is my 2007 model laptop, I am playing through the first TR games via Steam (that's all this laptop can manage). It's still fun.:rock:
CybrSlydr
10-19-15, 08:42 PM
The main problem I had with the most recent iteration of TR, which was quite good and I own, was how much of a monster the game made Laura.
When you get to the end of the game and think back on the THOUSANDS of people you've just killed... I mean, Jesus - granted, you can somewhat justify it in that they were trying to kill her too, but man.
Going from this naieve girl to someone who kills without remorse, and often!, was a bit of a stretch for me. IOW, I think the game focused too much on combat.
I'm really, REALLY hoping that this new installment addresses this and focuses more on the spelunking/puzzle solving than the wholesale slaughter of people.
Onkel Neal
11-05-15, 10:08 AM
Yeah, you don't want to play TR:Legends, then, you pretty much assault the entire Mountain Division of the Russian Army.
Meanwhile, Tomb Raider The Musical Is As Bad As It Sounds (http://www.nowgamer.com/tomb-raider-the-musical-is-as-bad-as-it-sounds/) :har:
Onkel Neal
11-10-15, 10:20 AM
Today it's out. I was given the game as a birthday present, so I have to wait for the mail. :wah: If you are playing it, let us hear what you think. :salute:
Bonsoir!
Très bonne réussite pour tom raider, attend avec impatience le prochain.
Salutation. :salute::salute::salute:
Aktungbby
11-10-15, 01:32 PM
woto74!:Kaleun_Salute:
Jimbuna
11-10-15, 03:05 PM
Cant't remember how many years ago I played the original TR but if reports here are favourable and a PC version is released I would be tempted.
Cant't remember how many years ago I played the original TR but if reports here are favourable and a PC version is released I would be tempted.
Jim, I don't have this newest one Neil is talking about, but I have the version from Steam that came out before this new one. It is good! Can get it on Steam right now for $19.99. So hurry up Jim, jump on in, the water is fine!:D
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v138/Thony/TR_zpsbxankry4.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/Thony/media/TR_zpsbxankry4.jpg.html)
bonjour!
que du bonheur
salutation:yeah::yeah:
Never played it. :salute:
Jimbuna
11-11-15, 07:08 AM
Jim, I don't have this newest one Neil is talking about, but I have the version from Steam that came out before this new one. It is good! Can get it on Steam right now for $19.99. So hurry up Jim, jump on in, the water is fine!:D
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v138/Thony/TR_zpsbxankry4.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/Thony/media/TR_zpsbxankry4.jpg.html)
LOL rgr that :)
wamphyri
11-11-15, 04:04 PM
When I got my ps4 earlier this year I picked this game up on sale. I was quite impressed with it and found it lots of fun. The best part is that my wife loves watching me play it, she will actually ask me if I want to play some "laura". She's really been enjoying both the game play and the story as it plays out. If only she could be like this for the other games I play but I'll take what I can get.
I'm barely half way through right now so by the time it comes out next year for ps4 I'll be finishing up the first one, I don't play it as often as my wife would like. (if I finish it fast she won't ask me to play video games, that stuff needs preserved)
Onkel Neal
11-11-15, 04:27 PM
That's so cool, wamphyri. My daughters and I do the same thing. They are more skillful than me, so I let them man the controls when they are there. We enjoy the entertainment a lot, as well as playing the game.
Onkel Neal
11-12-15, 04:32 PM
Oh man, talk about your promotional stunts...:o
http://survivalbillboard.com/#Stream
AVGWarhawk
11-12-15, 04:44 PM
Still can't see anything...now just hold on a minute....
Onkel Neal
11-13-15, 10:02 AM
I guess it's over now, the guy with the smoke grenade won...?
AVGWarhawk
11-13-15, 11:06 AM
I have no idea. I really did not see anything. I typed in my DOB. The screen is black but I see what appears to be rain and then snow. That's it.
Stealhead
11-21-15, 03:56 PM
Just got it today. So far I am very impressed with the detail and the characters have life like detail. I'm sure they did motion capture when Lara stands her eyes move around and she blinks you even see subtle facial movements her hair moves as she walks very impressive.
Stealhead
11-22-15, 04:02 PM
After a few more hours of play time Im still pretty impressed with this game. I did not play the previous game so I cant say how similar it is in that respect.
I'm finding in certain respects that it reminds me of the Prince Of Persia series. Not so much the combat but in the acrobatics/exploration aspect. Which I like a lot as I always liked that element of the POP games.
The lighting is really well done as well. When you enter a cave or crevasse she will automatically pop a glow stick which she will hold up or attach to her belt. It works great because you get some light but just enough so you are never sure what is more than a few feet ahead.
Onkel Neal
10-06-20, 11:35 AM
Arise thread!
Some years later, completed Shadow of the Tomb Raider, quite an adventure!
steel shark
01-05-21, 06:04 PM
i rate the new re imagined games very well Excellent music and motion capture
id say Rise of the tomb raider was the best of the trilogy tho good story & the best music in my opinion
the only thing i dident like was every thing you get you upgrade with leather or random parts
i can see it now in the real world k we need to make our torpedo's better
Ok lets wrap em in cow hide yer that will work fine
Steel shark
Onkel Neal
01-05-21, 06:11 PM
Haha, yeah, they did add a lot of fluff imo. But the core gameplay and the overall game was excellent. I just finished replaying ROTR a few months ago, will be repeating with the 2nd one soon.
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