Crystal Dynamics released the first reboot of Tomb Raider almost two years ago, and the new installment, Rise of the Tomb Raider, makes for an amazing follow-up. The developers has successfully brought a 15+ year old franchise back to life like a phoenix, and Rise of the Tomb Raider defines a new era for Lara Croft.
Released on November 10, Rise of the Tomb Raider Has Fans Ecstatic
The Tomb Raider saga has been widespread through both video games, TV series and films, and Lara Croft became immortalized as both a powerful heroine and a sex symbol. Rise of the Tomb Raider may just have saved her in both respects, where she displays her incredible power without being overly sexualized, as she had been since 2008. The first installment in the rebooted series has her discover adventure, and in Rise of the Tomb Raider, she starts to crave it.
Rise of the Tomb Raider Gets Standing Ovation from Critics
Rise of the Tomb Raider was first released in November 10, and since then, critics have given it positive to outstanding reviews. From the first moment, Rise of the Tomb Raider is captivating. Crystal Dynamics delivers the promise to take gamers on a great adventure with great visuals, and Rise of the Tomb Raider does not disappoint. Though there aren’t many dramatic changes from the original series, the scope is larger and gives gamers both nostalgia and has them in awe of the little novelties.
Rise of the Tomb Raider gives Lara Croft new versatility in terms of character design and also behavior, and fighting sequences are fun and refreshing. She has a new side to her that shows in Rise of the Tomb Raider, showing growth and a step away from the sterilized image that pop culture has given her. Some critics even called her the most fascinating hero in video games, though it’s safe to say she’s been quite the respectable heroine since the inception of the series.
According to other critics, Rise of the Tomb Raider feels surprisingly modern, and doesn’t overcompensate its premise with unnecessary complexity or big explosions, though there is a fair share of them. The game has smart puzzles mixed with the familiar storyline and great combat sequences.
Rise of the Tomb Raider, the Same Formula in a Different Way
Crystal Dynamics knew that the Tomb Raider recipe is basically foolproof; all characters in the series and the very concept of it has been popular wherever it shows up, but despite that, Rise of the Tomb Raider is a safe sequel that makes gamers want more. It has appropriate balance of familiarity and innovation.
