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Rises to the Challenge
Chris Kavan - wrote on 12/30/2018
Back in 2013, Crystal Dynamics re-invented the Tomb Raider franchise by giving us an untested and younger Lara Croft. Far from being the badass Tomb Raider as presented in her early days, this was an uncertain woman thrown into danger and survival. It was different and was quite fun - and popular, thus there was little doubt this story would continue. Rise of the Tomb Raider is like the first game, but more polished, expanded and just all-around just a bit better.
Presentation: Much like the first game, this Tomb Raider is very much tied to the real world. Plus, the voice actors (most importantly Camilla Luddington as Lara) return as well - including providing mo-cap performances as well. The game just looks great - from the frozen wilds of Siberia to the lush Geothermal Valley to the …