The first three Tomb Raider games return in a completely updated version, called Tomb Raider 1-3 Remastered. The first comparisons are already available and the results are surprising.
While we wait for a new episode of the adventures of Lara Croft and Shadows of Tomb Raider, who have been missing since 2018, their first games are reappearing. The first three Explorer titles return in a completely updated version called Tomb Raider 1-3 Remastered. The opportunity for fans to see the Lara of old once again, in 4K and 60 FPS on PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch and PC. The first comparisons are already available and the results are surprising.
Tomb Raider more beautiful than ever?
It’s obvious that the 1996 games have evolved greatly with this remaster. With 4K, many scenes that were previously pixelated now look very smooth, making the game easier to understand. It’s also worth remembering that the screen has changed since the ’90s; Current screens have a resolution in 16:9 format. Here, too, this advantage allows you to better perceive the platforms and move forward in the adventure more calmly. In addition, at 60 FPS we notice that progress is smoother, which minimizes errors.
The developers also added lights, modeled the characters, and, as a bonus, placed exclamation points over interesting objects to improve visibility. We clearly have one goal: to make the title available to as many people as possible. Only the sound environment has not been changed. Ultimately, the result seems to have been successful, even if fans are wondering whether the price ($29.99) is justified. “For 30 dollars you get three remastered software programs with all expansions as well as the opportunity to test the original versions of the games. “To be honest, it’s a good deal,” said one user.
But where is the new game?
Tomb Raider 1-3 Remastered may be your only chance to see Lara Croft again for a long time. In fact, the next game is long overdue. However, we know that it was developed under Unreal Engine 5. Crystal Dynamics’ general manager of licensing, Dallas Dickinson, has already promised “a high-quality cinematic action-adventure experience.” The problem is that the studio has a lot of internal problems. Many employees have been laid off in recent months. No date was given for a possible announcement. However, the group assured that the restructuring would not affect them and also revealed a first image of the new Lara.
