The profound change of direction in the series; towards a more RPG-like gaming style, can also be seen in the diverse potential of the game’s new premise, as Lara is framed for a which she did not commit and is then pursued through Paris whilst at the same time having to unveil the truth behind the conspirators that have communed against her. We can only hope the plot will be as realistic as the environments, and not surround the end of the world and such like. Though the premise does seem rather more tangible and intriguing than the usual ham; the new influences hopefully being felt here, and in the through the game of realistic personalities – a factor that would add enormously to Lara’s appeal; and that of her mysterious cohort, ‘Curtis’.

In breaking with traditional additions to the series, Core are also planning monthly update to the game via downloadable ‘episodes’, thus allowing the plot to expand and continue beyond the bounds of the development time, possibly developing according to the preferences and whims of gamers, taking a TV series approach, if you will. This should add a great deal more longevity to a game, which, it’s thought, will span an initial four acts in the first episode, with more being added later via the net. Of course, whilst this may seem a very realistic approach for the edition of Next-Gen, the same can’t be said of the Playstation 2 edition, which is as yet devoid of on-line support. Though apparently this is ‘in the works’, the fact remains that the number of users taking-up the rumoured broadband connectivity by the launch of the game in November 2002 may be low, hence why we watch developments concerning this with great interest. An X-Box edition is also rumoured to be in the works, and this too may face similar pressures.

The graphics have also come under the critical spotlight for their lack of innovation, and Core will apparently be silencing their critics with a game delivering the very finest in environments and character detail, utilizing the full potential of next-generation consoles and PC technology. Most notable improvements include those made to the detail and realism of character models which now in the region of 5,000 polygons. Core have also upped the ante on the animation front, the movement of the game, and hopefully the control, now proving more fluid and life-like – we can only hope Core have taken a leaf out of Max Payne’s book on this front. The environments will also mark a massive improvement over previous titles and will be far more detailed and life-like as well.

We look forward to divulging more detail concerning this game; when available, and hope to have more information as we enter the new year; especially concerning the new direction in gameplay and the environments. Not to mention the game’s on-line updates. Watch this space.

By Luke Guttridge

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  1. Luke Unregistered 8 years ago

    Oh, and while we're here, we'd love to hear your comments on the rumoured TR: Next-Gen on-line updates mentioned in the preview - what are your thoughts on the new downloadable episodes which may be added after the game is released?

  2. Laura Unregistered 7 years ago

    I think this will be the greatest game on the ps2. I am a huge fan of tomb raider and i have all the games including the pc ones. I am glad cors broght it on to the ps2 because Lara does need more detail and possibilityes, this will make it a top game which no tomb raider fan could live without.<br> <br> luv<br> laura<br> xxxxxxxxxxx

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    oops i spelt alot wrong on that one sorry <br>if u wanna chat 2 me bout it call me on<br>07810028895<br> luvya <br> xxxx

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    I have worked my way through the games of lara croft so I feel kind of close to her because I've been with her since the first game, and it's quite sad that she is here for one last time. I honestly feel like a living Lara Croft. Lara Croft is a women who I admire even though she is not real but in my heart I am Lara Croft. I love adventure. I love kicking butt. I am independent just like Lara Croft. I have the whole set of Tomb Raider games now my favourite one is tomb raider 5. I have to say that the Lara Croft tomb raider games have inspierd me and others. Thankyou to the Lara Crfot tomb raider developers.

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