Tag Archives: Crystal Dynamics

Tue, Mar 05, 2013 | 21:04 GMT

Tomb Raider is tops, but multiplayer feels unnecessary

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Tomb Raider launches today, and while it’s met with very few complaints, Brenna’s got one – she wants more, and she doesn’t want it delivered multiplayer-style.

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Tue, Mar 05, 2013 | 13:51 GMT

Tomb Raider launch trailer hails the return of Miss Croft

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Tomb Raider is out today, and Square has sent over the launch trailer, which we have inserted for you below. To get caught up on everything Tomb Raider related: trailers, op-ed pieces, review scores, news, and the like, you should check out our hub here. It’s out on PC, PS3, and Xbox 360 today.

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Tue, Mar 05, 2013 | 15:42 GMT

Tomb Raider: new movie to be based on game reboot

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Tomb Raider is to get a new movie courtesy of GK Films. The flick will be based on Crystal Dyanmics’ reboot, and the studio will also have a hand in the film’s production.

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Fri, Mar 01, 2013 | 16:42 GMT

Tomb Raider now available for pre-load on Steam

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Those who have already purchased Tomb Raider through Steam can now pre-load the game, the service has announced. If you’ve yet to bite the bullet, you can still get both the standard and Survival Edition for 10% off. The game releases in three days and 13 hours – or March 4, however you prefer to say it.

Sat, Mar 02, 2013 | 14:00 GMT

Tomb Raider feels just like Tomb Raider should

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With decent combat and super-slick visuals, Tomb Raider is almost unrecognisable as the much-loved, dated franchise Brenna grew up with – but something just feels right.

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Thu, Feb 28, 2013 | 17:02 GMT

Tomb Raider: The Final Hours episode five – part 2 released

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Square has released part two of episode five in its Tomb Raider: The Final Hours video series. Get it below. Tomb Raider releases on March 5 for PC, PS3, and Xbox 360

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Wed, Feb 27, 2013 | 15:48 GMT

Tomb Raider ‘Reborn’ trailer released, has people discussing their role as Lara

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Tomb Raider has a new video available, which you can view below. The subtitle is “Reborn,” and if you are contemplating getting the title, it may be worth the watch. It’s peppered with actors giving one-liners regarding their role as Lara Croft in the game. Tomb Raider releases on March 5 for PC, PS3, and Xbox 360. Thanks, AGB.

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Tue, Feb 26, 2013 | 13:18 GMT

Newscast – Why Tomb Raider’s worth the money

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The Tomb Raider content embargo’s up, so we’re free to chat Lara. Listen to me talk through Crystal Dynamics’ reboot with Brenna and Dave below. You’ll also get to hear my kids slamming doors and shouting in the background as it’s half-term. Double-win.

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Tue, Feb 26, 2013 | 12:59 GMT

On Tomb Raider and appealing to the Uncharted crowd

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Comparisons between Uncharted and Tomb Raider shouldn’t put you off the anticipated Crystal Dynamics reboot, says Johnny Cullen. Similarities are there, but Lara’s revamp stands alone.

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Mon, Feb 25, 2013 | 15:10 GMT

Tomb Raider review screens show action, combat, dirt

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Tomb Raider reviews are go, and with them a new batch of gameplay screens from Square-Enix. Get them all below and check out my appraisal of Crystal Dynamic’s rather lovely game right here.

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Tue, Feb 26, 2013 | 13:30 GMT

Tomb Raider reviews begin: get all the scores here

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Tomb Raider reviews have begun springing up from the undergrowth like so many unsuspecting deer begging to be hunted. We’ve ventured out into the wilds of the internet to hunt them all down for you.

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Mon, Feb 25, 2013 | 15:01 GMT

Tomb Raider: a worthy reboot?

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Tomb Raider comes with a lot of baggage. Can it match the brilliance of Lara’s original adventures, or is it another reboot that misses the point entirely? Dave Cook gets himself shipwrecked to find out.

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Mon, Feb 25, 2013 | 14:27 GMT

Tomb Raider dev will explore new multiplayer options after launch

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Tomb Raider developer Crystal Dynamics has expressed its desire to explore new varieties of multiplayer after the game launches on March 5th. It’s not clear if this points to a sequel or multiplayer DLC, but the studio seems interested either way.

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Sat, Feb 23, 2013 | 21:26 GMT

Tomb Raider handed a 90/100 by GamesMaster

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The first review for Tomb Raider has come to light, courtesy of the latest issue of GamesMaster magazine.

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Fri, Feb 22, 2013 | 10:56 GMT

Full Tomb Raider PC specs and enhancements detailed

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Crystal Dynamics has detailed Tomb Raider’s minimum PC specs and enhanced features.

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Fri, Feb 22, 2013 | 01:21 GMT

Tomb Raider trailer takes in Lara’s brutal moves

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The latest episode of Tomb Raider’s Guide to Survival series is about Lara’s combat skills. Don’t let her waif-life figure fool you; with a bow, an axe and a variety of firearms, Croft is a force to be reckoned with.

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Tue, Feb 19, 2013 | 14:52 GMT

Tomb Raider lock-ins announced by GAME

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GAME stores in the UK will be hosting another set of lock-ins, this time, the featured title is Tomb Raider.

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Sat, Feb 16, 2013 | 20:23 GMT

Tomb Raider – from zero to hero? Not bloody likely

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Tomb Raider is an origin story, showing us how Lara Croft became one of gamin’s most recognisable action heroes. But that doesn’t mean she starts off weak or spoiled, Brenna argues.

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Wed, Feb 13, 2013 | 04:42 GMT

Tomb Raider now rolling off the production line

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Just a little blip; Tomb Raider brand manager Karl Stewart has shared a photo of a finished retail copy of Tomb Raider for Xbox 360. It’s apparently the very first unit off the assembly line. Tomb Raider went gold last week and is expected on PC, PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 on March 5; it has been in pre-production since at least 2008, and represents the franchise’s most drastic reboot to date.

Mon, Feb 11, 2013 | 15:42 GMT

Tomb Raider: 11-minute walkthrough shows off action and strategy

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Tomb Raider is launching March 5th and developer Crystal Dynamics has release an 11-minute walkthrough video showing Lara engaging enemies with a range of firearms, using strategy to mess up enemies and being battered left right and centre by rocks and other hazards.

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