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Lara Croft: Relic Run
Lara Croft: Relic Run
Release Date	April, 13th 2015 (Netherlands) May, 25th 2015 (Worldwide)
Platforms	Google Android, Apple iOs, Windows 8 Phone
Developer	Crystal Dynamics, Simutronics

Lara Croft: Relic Run is an Adventure Runner game first published for Android, iOs, and Windows 8 mobile devices in the Netherlands as a test market on April 13th, 2015.^[1] The game was launched on May, 25th for the rest of the world.

The game features Lara Croft in an endless-runner game similar to Temple Run. It provides "big adventure, over-the-top action, and loads of collectibles coupled with fast-paced play". It is Free To Play, meaning that it can be downloaded free of charge and only additional content has to be paid for.

Release Dates & Platforms

• Netherlands: April, 13th 2015 for Android, iOs and Windows Phones
• Worldwide availability: May, 25th 2015 for Android, iOs and Windows Phones
• (Official release date: May, 28th 2015)

Story

Official Story

Game Story

On her search for fellow treasure hunter Carter Bell Lara travels to a Jungle Temple lost in Cambodia where he was doing research. As she retraces his steps, she finds clues to relics hidden in the old ruins, the objects of his research which he left behind. After finding 15 of these relics, she suddenly realizes he has not been captured at all but is following evidence of strange mythical influences to some Desert Ruins of Babylonian making, which are hidden in the Sahara desert.

Locations

• Cambodia
• Sahara
• Tibet

Characters

• Lara Croft
• Carter Bell

Levels

Note: Additional levels can be added to the game through updates. The following list is therefore not to be considered complete.

• Jungle Temple
• Desert Ruins (unlocked after finding 15 relics in Jungle Temple)
• Mountain Pass

The Mountain Pass level has been released on 14 October 2015 (game version 1.5.68)

Features & Gameplay

Lara will automatically run through the levels with breathtaking speed and the player has to perform swiping motions on the touch screen of the Smartphone to avoid hitting into obstacles or falling down crevices. Additionally there are sequences called Combat Sessions where Lara has to shoot at Enemies and can collect Health, Coin, and Ammo Crates. After running for a longer period of time without dying she has to face a Boss like the T-Rex. There also are sequences on vehicles like the ATV or Bike.

All the time Lara has to search for Clues. After collecting an increasing amount of those clues she will be able to locate Relics. These will ultimately lead to the whereabouts of Carter Bell.

The game also features some kind of Social Gaming: After connecting the game to Facebook friends can compare their scores and send each other Curses.

Note: With the release of v 1.5.68 (simultaneous to the release of the Mountain Pass level) the gameplay has slightly changed. The Endless Mode has to be unlocked first by playing the first 40 of the 80 levels available in each location.

Features as Listed on the Stores

Key features:

• Make your way through multiple ancient locations - each filled with secrets and danger
• Power up Lara’s weapons and engage in frantic combat
• Use parkour moves to create death-defying last minute escapes
• Fast-paced vehicles like ATVs and motorcycles give Lara more ways to conquer the terrain
• Epic Boss Fights – including the return of the infamous T-Rex!
• Swap and upgrade equipment to give Lara the edge
• Earn bragging rights on the leaderboards
• Outsmart and sabotage your friends by Cursing their Relic Run

Each location features unique gameplay elements and brand new challenges!^[2]

Gear

When on the start screen, you can call up your gear settings by clicking on the store icon, which contains a representation of Lara's backpack among other things.^[3] You can buy or upgrade gear items by spending in-game or actual money. If you go to the store, you can check the status of your gear. Red bars indicate what you own, blue bars indicate what you would get if you bought the item or its first upgrade, colourless bars indicate what you can upgrade at a later time.

General Gear

• Coin Doubler

Permanently doubles the amount of coins gained during runs!

(Introduced in version 1.0.55 of the game.)

Buy for 4,99€.

• Resurrection Ankh

Returns life to you upon death. Single-use.

Buy: 5 gems

• Steel Toe Inserts

Shortens the duration of a stumble, giving you control back quicker.

Buy: 25 coins (75 before update 1.5.68)

• Head Start

Lara will quickly navigate herself some distance into the run.

Buy: 60 coins (525 before update 1.5.68)

Note: This item was introduced in Version 1.0.46 of the game.

• Extra Clip

1 extra clip of ammo for your Secondary Weapon.

Buy: 350 coins (450 before update 1.5.68)

10 upgrade levels available

• Kevlar Vest

Absorbs damage when you need it most!

Buy: 300 coins (525 before update 1.5.68)

10 upgrade levels available

• Medipack

Health 50% when about to perish in Combat.

Buy: 400 coins (420 before update 1.5.68)

10 upgrade levels available

• Onyx Turtle Charm

Absorbs and cancels any incoming curse. Consumed in the process.

Buy: 500 coins (350 before update 1.5.68)

• Coin Trails

Upgrade to unlock more valuable coin types.

• Coin Magnet

Upgrade to make the Coin Magnet last longer.

10 upgrade levels available

• Clue Booster

Boost Clue Power and find Relics faster.

10 upgrade levels available

(Before 1.5.68 upgrade prices were 1,085, 1,575, 2,450, and 3,325 coins respectively)

• Powerups

Upgrade to find Powerups more frequently!

10 upgrade levels available

(Before 1.5.68 upgrade prices were 1,085, 2,275, 3,150, and 4,375 coins respectively)

• Ammo Cache

Upgrade to get more ammo from Ammo Crates!

10 upgrade levels available

(Before 1.5.68 upgrade price was 1,400 coins for each of the four levels)

Weapons

• Dual Pistols

"These signature weapons have unlimited ammo and are always equipped."

10 upgrade levels available

(Before 1.5.68: 350 coins for first upgrade)

• Crossbow

"Shoots bolts from a clip. Delivers high damage, but bolts are much slower than bullets."

10 upgrade levels available

(Before 1.5.68: 1,840 coins to buy)

• Shotgun

"Semi-automatic and fires 10 pellets per shot. Each upgrade reduces pellet spread."

10 upgrade levels available

(Before 1.5.68: 2,205 coins to buy)

• Dual SMGs

"When you need to get as many bullets down range as fast as possible. Features a tap and hold shooting style."

10 upgrade levels available

(Before 1.5.68: 2,390 coins to buy)

• Assault Rifle

"A big weapon for big damage. Fires in 3 round bursts."

10 upgrade levels available

(Before 1.5.68: 2,420 coins to buy)

• Grenade Launcher

"Deals damage in an area. Radius of damage effect increases with each upgrade."

10 upgrade levels available

(Before 1.5.68: 2,940 coins to buy)

• Minigun

"A machine gun with multiple rotating barrels and an incredibly high rate of fire."

New in v 1.5.68.

Buy: 80 gems

Outfits

Lara's outfits can be upgraded with effects.

• Standard Outfit

"Lara's standard adventuring gear."

• Stealth Suit

"A lightweight suit tailored for covert operations."

• Bomber Pilot

"Adventure outfit for archaeologist on the go!"

• Biker

"The ultimate outfit for handling vehicles in style."

Enemies

Cambodia (Jungle Temple):

• Lizard Men
• T-Rex

Sahara (Desert Ruins):

• Animated Golems

aka Stone Warriors before v 1.5.68

• Manticore

Tibet (Mountain Pass):

• Yetis
• Giant Spiders and Tiny Spiders
• Oni Demon

Traps

• Swinging Beam
• Floor Spikes
• Spike Walls
• Rolling Balls
• Sawblades

Relics

Main article: Relics (Relic Run)

The following relics can be found throughout the game. Lara has to collect clues while running through the different levels. When she has enough clues she will be able to find a relic.

Relics in Jungle Temple Level

The following relics can be found in Jungle Temple:

Jade Scepter of Tjak, Kinari Rain Drum, Meed Yantra Knife, Naga's Eye, Nok Thet Mask, Pelesit Urn, Tyrannosaurus Rex Skull, Bajang Charm, Bronze Astrolabe, Carved Skull, Devatas Flask, Dragon's Tooth, Gilded Chinthe, Golden Trident, Hantu Protection Bell, Rahu's Peal, Ritual Conch, Silver Monkey Paw, Silver Necklace, and Sun Queen Crown

Relics in Desert Ruins Level

The following relics can be found in the Desert Ruins:

Basmu Icon, Bull's Head Rhyton, Amulet of Zarpanit, Cylinder Seal of Isimud, Dagger of Tishpak, Gnostic Dial, Helm of Srvara, Daeva Scimitar, Pairika Crown, Lamassu Guardian, Lapis Gorget, Gold Emblem of Utu, Oil Lamp of Maliqa, War Mask of Azal, Utukka Plaque, Rabisu Scroll, Simurgh Shield, Ur-Uta Kingshead, Urvan Vessel, and Bust of Rakush

Relics in Mountain Pass Level

The following relics can be found in the Mountain Pass level:

Prayer Wheel

Achievements

Main article: Lara Croft: Relic Run Achievements

The game features a variety of Achievements. These are split into global Achievements, which can be gained in any level, and level specific Achievements, that can only be gained in a specific level.

System Requirements

• Android:

Samsung Galaxy S4 or similar/better^[4]

Android Version 2.3 or higher

87 MB storage space (for the game engine and the Jungle Temple level, downloading additional levels requires more space)

In-app purchases^[5]

Tip: If your device seems to be too old and you get a lot of lagging (like Samsung Galaxy S3) turn off the "Record With Everyplay" option in the games settings. This seems to help with certain crashes/freezes, too. The record functionality had been removed in a previous version of the game and re-introduced in 1.0.39.

• iOs:

iPhone 4 or newer^[6]

138 MB storage space^[7]

• Windows 8 Phone

Windows Phone 8 or 8.1^[8]

67 MB storage space

Links

• Official Tumblr Blog
• A short release review at ArcheologyOfTombRaider,com
• Official Screenshots in our forum galleries

References

1. ↑ http://tombraider.tumblr.com/post/116303044685/coming-soon-lara-croft-relic-run-hello
2. ↑ https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.squareenix.relicrun&hl=en
3. ↑ Android version of the game
4. ↑ Crystal Dynamics Fan Site Newsletter April 27th 2015
5. ↑ https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.squareenix.relicrun&hl=en
6. ↑ Crystal Dynamics Fan Site Newsletter April 27th 2015
7. ↑ https://itunes.apple.com/nl/app/lara-croft-relic-run/id960251959?mt=8
8. ↑ http://www.windowsphone.com/s?appid=4bfa010c-2e5f-4da8-86fa-03de83fb1ba3