Tomb Raider Anniversary (Xbox 360, 2007)

I bought the Anniversary edition Lara Croft game for Xbox 360. Though I haven't received it yet, I have played the game several times.

Generally, I must admit that this has to be one of my favorite classics. The graphics are pristine. The way that the user can change the camera angles during the game makes the game so much more interesting.

No doubt about it; the game is action-packed with plenty of jumps, swinging on ropes and poles; and defense against attackers. Not to mention, the sound quality also compliments the graphics for a great gaming experience.

Though I've never noted any problems with the game, I have read that the game has a reputation for frequent glitching.

I couldn't find my own words that sums the game up better than this:
"This isn’t likely a play-it-once-then-shelve-it, because you’ll want to find every hidden item and improve your finishing time, as well as gather up all the achievements"

Anniversary is available in two ways.
Through "Legends" 360 via 2400 MS Points for all four episodes, or 1200 points for 2 episode packs (1 & 2, 3 & 4) worth about 250 achievement points.

Anniversary is available in its standalone 360 gamedisc, 1000 gamerscore achievement points.
I played Legend and liked it and started on Anniversary.
A lot of different things were added and special abilities and puzzle variations. The checkpoint system is okay but sometimes on a few of the complex obstacles, there is no checkpoint, restart all over again.

A warning, make "manual save points" because these automatic checkpoints can muck up your game progress. Some items can only be attempted at once, one shot and if by some reason, say you started to jump but lost balance, fell then recovered, you may end up walking back into a checkpoint. Or the item you were shooting for is a one-shot deal, for example: the stone pillar has sunk and will never rise again.
So save often and if you lose that one shot, you still got your manual save point.
Also the camera doesn't really help, some wall-runs with the rope require you follow Lara with the camera stick (Right) to make a backwards jump, a jump you cannot see, you have to "feel" for it ..usually after many retries. Some jumps and grappling require you to do multiple actions at the same time.

Inside Atlantis Pyramid for example, after fighting the 2 double-shot killer bats ...run and shoot the button, quickly holster weapons, run to the very edge before the platform retracts, hold "A" button for a boost jump, hold left stick for direction of jump, hold right stick for camera to face up then a "Blue X" might appear for a fraction of a second, stop pressing the "A" and quickly press the "X" blue button to grapple... and this is a start of a transverse sequence on that level.

Some areas the controls are a bit wonky.
Example, Egypt level with the statues of Doghead and Owlface, there is ladder facing forward and a crevice on the left back corner, use the Left stick to its left will have lara simply jump off and so this is where it gets tricky, it works if Lara was hanging, the left stick downward will have Lara jump back to the crevice but on a ladder, she decends. So left stick has to be between left and down, for some its easy but I think to many it will be easier said than done.

I've played "Legends" and really enjoyed it.
I'm almost done with "Anniversary" and have mixed feelings about it.
Some of the controls, camera and some of the puzzles dont make sense, or it seems broken in some areas, I asked "did they play test this? If so with what?"

Some levels might get you stuck and I mean stuck where there is no game progress period.
Some areas require multiple actions done within a second with your 360 controller. I think this can be a great game if you can "quick finger" through all the glitches but it may be very frustrating if your a regular joe-sloe.

My opinion of this game: Masochistic gamers need only to apply

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If you like solving puzzles this is for you! Loved the anniversary, however this game is NOT super easy. Things have to be pretty much done perfectly for you to get through those timed missions and it can be very frustrating doing things over and over again. However, beautiful scenary and great action, all over I do recommend it.

Is a classic tomb raider game, is pretty good if you like solving puzzles and climbing and jumping games. It also reminds a lot like Prince of Persia. If you love Prince of Persia you will like this. I played on the hardest level and it seemed too easy, at least for me.

I never played the original much on PS1, but this is a great game for adventure enthusiasts. The graphics are a little down-grade from Legend or underworld, but they are serviceable. Also, the controls are tight and responsive and the atmosphere is wonderful. I originally bought it on the Wii and the camera controls were awful so I bought it for the 360 instead. A very wise move. If moody and atmospheric games are your desire, then you would be well served with this.

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If you're into the series you'll like this game. Giant levels with complex puzzles. I'm not sure if it's a good thing or a bad thing, depends on what you're into, but there isn't much story line. I would call it a good thing for someone who is just trying to find out what's behind the next door.

Overall a very entertaining and solid game. Similar in feel to the original versions that made the game fun to play when it was first introduced. Very clear and interesting graphics. Well worth the time it takes to finish.

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It was in Good condition. I had the game and it broke so i was happy to find it.
Ive played them all so far

The game is a throwback to Tomb Raider 2 but with enhanced graphics similar to Tomb Raider Legends. If you enjoyed Tomb Raider Legend you will be a fan of this game. Puzzle solving & action are synonomous with the Tomb Raider Frnachise and this is a perfect step in the right direction!

1 of the best single player games out today and as far as dislikes i don't have any.If your a gamer and a Tomb Raider fan this is the game for you.

The game started off well but lost interest. This game seems to be trigger happy. For example, there are parts where you have to manually keep firing. I would prefer to hold down the triggers and have auto fire; thus, this becomes very cumbersome. Your fingers/hands will get tired of continuously pulling on the triggers. This title needed automatic firing.

The programmers could have done this. I don't mind manual firing but there are parts in this title where auto is truly needed. There is manual hold but no where to select for firing options. You will spend a lot of time just continuously shooting. I am an old school Tomb Raider fan and if you are than this is not for you.

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If you liked Tomb Raider you will love playing this game. Its a blast from the past with improved graphics and a fresh look. They changed a few things but not much. If you have never played Tomb Raider and you have played the AOD or LEDGEND just know...while they are fun...Tomb Raider is the best of all the Tomb Raider games without any improvements and they did just that... have fun playing.

I like the new and improved game engine, as well as being able to play the game that started it all all over again!

I have been a fan of Tomb Raider for a long time, but I never brought one of the games, so I decided to buy T.R.Anniversary. This game did not disappoint. It was an expanded remake of the first Tomb Raider game. I loved the fact that every level was very detailed and the game was not too difficult to play either. Some of the puzzles can be challenging, but they were manageable. Unlocking all the extras was the most difficult part. All in all, I give it 5 stars.

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