Lara Croft Tomb Raider: Anniversary
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| Release Date | Spring 2007 | |
| Systems | PC, PS2, PSP | |
| Level Number | probably 15 (?) | |
| Secrets | N/A | |
| USK: | N/A | |
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| Tomb Raider 7 | Anniversary | Tomb Raider 8 |
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Lara Croft Tomb Raider: Anniversary is a game that is currently being made to celebrate Tomb Raider's 10th anniversary. At first it was supposed to be a PSP game made by Core Design, but this was canceled. Shortly later Eidos Interactive announced that the game was back on track, now being completed by Crystal Dynamics and supposed to come out on PC, PlayStation 2 as well as PSP.
Eidos didn't say if Unfinished Business will be included.
This isn't 100% sure, but Croft Mansion could be back, and not only as a training level but with real purposes to achieve.
Contents
Release Dates in Detail
SCi Entertainment Group has confirmed that the game is going to be released in April 2007.
Levels
All the levels of Tomb Raider, but bigger and with the graphics engine of Tomb Raider Legend
Features
The story will be told using more cutscenes than 10 years ago.
Gameplay
The environments in Tomb Raider Anniversary are much more interactive: Lara can use them for lots of things, pick up a piece of wood on the ground and use it as a ladder. Puzzles are more complicated than in Tomb Raider Legend. There is no clue or sparkling thing to show you where to go.
There is more than one way to explore the environments and complete a level. You can choose the acrobatic way, or the easier way.
Fighting enemies is still an important part of the game: the beast are much more realistic and their AI has really been improved. They are more dangerous than before, they develop a real strategy to kill you. For example the raptors run around Lara in circles until they are enough to jump at her and attack her.
Story
On the search for the Scion Lara will travel to Peru, Greece, Egypt and Atlantis.
Locations
Secrets
It was announced that there will be lots of secrets in this game and that finding one will be accompanied by a secret sound.
Gear
The inventory will be like in the first Tomb Raider (rotating ring). Additionally Lara will have her grapple, which will, according to rumour, not be magnetic this time.
Weapons
The only weapons are, according to rumour: pistols, shotgun and uzis; the Magnums have not been announced.
Vehicles
There will be no vehicles in this game.
Outfits and more
Lara will have her classical braid, not the hair of Tomb Raider Legend. She will wear her Classic green Outfit and maybe more.
Characters and Enemies
Alister and Zip will not accompany Lara during her travels this time.
Characters
- Jaqueline Natla (confirmed)
- Winston Smith (likely)
Enemies
Lara will encounter the T-Rex, Bats, Wolves, Bears.
Traps, Obstacles & Riddles
She has to solve similar riddles (cog-wheel mechanism) as in the original Tomb Raider.
Controls
The Tomb Raider Legend controls will also be used in Tomb Raider: Anniversary. There will even be some new moves like balancing on a pillar. When Lara walk on unstable surfaces, you have to maintain her balance.
Trailers
Press Releases
July 2006
Eidos Interactive, one of the world's leading publishers and developers of entertainment software, confirms today that they are developing a special '10th Anniversary Edition' of Tomb Raider.
The new game is being developed by Crystal Dynamics, who recently launched Lara Croft Tomb Raider: Legend on Xbox 360, PS2, Xbox, PC and PSP, with versions on Nintendo DS, GBA and GameCube later in 2006.
"Our '10th Anniversary Edition' of Tomb Raider, is a one-off title to celebrate both Lara and Tomb Raider, it will appeal not only to the loyal fans of the Tomb Raider series but will also attract a totally new audience." Said Larry Sparks, Head of Brands Management at Eidos.
Tomb Raider originally launched in 1996 and is still one of the best selling videogame franchises of all time, with over 30 million copies sold.
The special '10th Anniversary Edition' of Tomb Raider will be available on PlayStation 2, PSP and PC.
August 16th 2006
We've also made plans for an anniversary edition which will be coming out next year, Ian Livingstone said in an interview with Eurogamer.
October 2006
Eidos' Message to the Tomb Raider Community Eidos is pleased to announce some special news directly to the Tomb Raider community. The official name of the next Tomb Raider game is Lara Croft Tomb Raider: Anniversary, and the first screenshot is going straight to where it matters most - the people who have supported Lara across the years. As most of you may already know, Tomb Raider: Anniversary is a revitalized version of the original adventure that started it all. This game is more than just a remake; it is a celebration of Lara Croft and the history of the Tomb Raider franchise. One would need to be blind to not see the impact that Lara Croft has had, both on gaming in general, as well as pop-culture. She is a character that people connect with, a character that transcends the media in which she was originally presented. However, Lara's rise to fame didn't just magically happen. There has been a very powerful, dedicated fan base that has not only tracked her every move over the last 10 years, but helped transform her from being just a video game character, to an international digital celebrity. Every time a new Tomb Raider game has been released, the fans have asked for a remake of the original. Tomb Raider: Anniversary is our answer. This game is for the fans. It only makes sense that the first information, as well as much more to come, goes directly to the fans. We hope you enjoy the screenshot, and keep your eye out for more information soon...
October 2006
Eidos Celebrates with Lara Croft Tomb Raider: Anniversary Inspired by the original Tomb Raider comes a totally new Lara adventure
Eidos Interactive Ltd., one of the world's leading publishers and developers of entertainment software, today confirms that the next Tomb Raider game will be entitled Lara Croft Tomb Raider: Anniversary and is set for release on PlayStation 2, PlayStation Portable (PSP) and PC in 2007.
Inspired by the first Tomb Raider videogame, originally released in 1996, LARA CROFT TOMB RAIDER: ANNIVERSARY is a totally new 2006 adventure for Lara, faithfully preserving the elements which made the original Tomb Raider such a classic, selling over 7 million copies worldwide. Using an enhanced 'Tomb Raider: Legend' game engine, the graphics, technology, physics and engine bring Lara's adventure and pursuit of a mystical artefact known only as the Scion right up to today's technology standards and will offer gamers a completely new gameplay experience.
"Over the years we have had literally thousands of requests to re-make the original Tomb Raider for today's gamer, we have gone a step further, we have taken the original story and made a completely new version for Tomb Raider: Anniversary." said Kathryn Clements, Senior Brand Manager, Eidos. "We are re-telling an incredible story using today’s technology, we've taken all of the key moments from the original game and put them into the context of a brand new Tomb Raider adventure which will make fans of the franchise extremely happy but also attract a completely new audience."
"We've captured the essence of what made the original game so special and with today's technology, created a game that pushes the boundaries of the current gaming consoles. Tomb Raider: Anniversary is a special celebration of Lara's reign as videogaming's leading lady" said Ian Livingstone, Eidos.
Lara Croft Tomb Raider: Anniversary is currently in development by Crystal Dynamics and will be available in 2007 on PlayStation 2, PSP and PC
Platforms
Rumour: There are more platforms that might get a version of the game. However these are not officially confirmed! They are PlayStation3, XBox, Xbox 360, Gamecube, Mac...
Content
The Anniversary Edition is going to be a remake of the 1st Tomb Raider game but with better graphics and difficult puzzles.
Links
- official Tomb Raider Anniversary Website
- official Core Design Website
- relevant Topic in the Core Forum
- Interview with Ian Livingstone by Eurogamer.net
- GameSpot Article & Trailer
