Aspyr and Crystal Dynamics recently dropped an exciting trailer for Tomb Raider IV-VI Remastered, and it’s giving fans a chance to glimpse the revamped visuals of some of the series’ iconic bosses.
In this sneak peek, you’ll spot Cleopatra’s Guard, Set, and the Mechanical Horseman from Tomb Raider: The Last Revelation. It also includes Brother Obscura from Tomb Raider: The Angel of Darkness and the Mechanical Head from Tomb Raider: Chronicles.
Building on the success of the remastered collection of the first three games, this release continues the saga of Lara Croft, diving deeper into her thrilling adventures across the next trio of games, often referred to as the Darkness Trilogy:
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Tomb Raider: The Last Revelation – Here, Lara stumbles upon the tomb of the Egyptian God Set. Unknowingly, she releases him, setting off an ancient prophecy that sends the world spiraling into darkness.
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Tomb Raider: Chronicles – Picking up after The Last Revelation, we find Lara entombed in Egypt, presumed dead. At her memorial, those closest to her reflect on untold stories of her enigmatic past.
- Tomb Raider: The Angel of Darkness – On the run and falsely accused of murder, Lara navigates a web of sinister conspiracies centered on alchemical experiments and the hunt for ancient relics.
Excitingly, this collection will feature a Photo Mode, a popular addition detailed in a comprehensive blog post by the developers. They’re offering fans a chance to dive into the specifics of how this beloved mode operates.
The publisher has laid out several standout features for this collection:
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Classic and Remastered Visuals: Experience Lara’s riveting exploits as they were originally, or switch over to updated graphics that breathe fresh vigor into the game’s landscapes, characters, and artifacts.
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Global Adventures: Embark on journeys with Lara from Egypt’s mystical tombs in The Last Revelation to the dimly lit avenues of Paris in The Angel of Darkness.
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Uncover Dark Secrets: Explore the shadowy corners of Lara’s narrative, filled with hidden truths and dark forces. This remaster keeps the mystery of Lara’s disappearance and remarkable return alive.
- Classic and Modern Controls: Players have the freedom to stick with the original game’s tank-style controls for that nostalgic experience or switch to more fluid, modern controls for easier gameplay.
Mark your calendars, as Tomb Raider IV-VI Remastered is set to launch digitally on the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo Switch globally on February 14, 2025. For those eager to see what’s in store, there’s a full trailer that showcases the enhanced dynamics of this beloved series.
