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Remastered collection of the Darkness Trilogy includes: Tomb Raider: The Last Revelation – Lara Croft discovers the lost tomb of the Egyptian God Set, unwittingly unleashing him and fulfilling an ancient prophecy—one that plunges mankind into darkness. Tomb Raider: Chronicles – Following the events of The Last Revelation, Lara Croft is buried in an Egyptian tomb and is presumed dead. At her memorial, those closest to her reminisce about secrets from her past. Tomb Raider: The Angel of Darkness – Accused of murder, Lara becomes a fugitive on the run, while uncovering a sinister conspiracy involving alchemical experiments and the search for ancient artifacts.
Game analysis
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Story and Narrative
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The remastered collection of Tomb Raider IV-VI shines with The Last Revelation, praised for its engaging Egyptian narrative and rich lore. However, Chronicles and The Angel of Darkness fall flat, suffering from coherence and pacing issues, leading to criticisms of a creative decline. While The Last Revelation captivates, the overall collection showcases uneven storytelling that struggles to capture the original franchise's essence.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR STORY
Story Score
64
Positive (80-100)
17%
Mixed (50-79)
67%
Negative (0-49)
17%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the story and narrative.
TL;DR
story and narrative
The remastered collection of Tomb Raider IV-VI shines with The Last Revelation, praised for its engaging Egyptian narrative and rich lore. However, Chronicles and The Angel of Darkness fall flat, suffering from coherence and pacing issues, leading to criticisms of a creative decline. While The Last Revelation captivates, the overall collection showcases uneven storytelling that struggles to capture the original franchise's essence.
Gameplay Mechanics
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60
Tomb Raider IV-VI Remastered receives mixed reviews, praised for modern controls and nostalgia but criticized for awkward gameplay and inconsistent level design. While some titles like The Last Revelation shine, others falter with clunky mechanics and frustrating puzzles. Overall, the remaster struggles to balance classic charm with modern expectations, leaving critics divided on its success.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR GAMEPLAY
Gameplay Score
60
Positive (80-100)
5%
Mixed (50-79)
79%
Negative (0-49)
16%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the gameplay mechanics.
TL;DR
gameplay mechanics
Tomb Raider IV-VI Remastered receives mixed reviews, praised for modern controls and nostalgia but criticized for awkward gameplay and inconsistent level design. While some titles like The Last Revelation shine, others falter with clunky mechanics and frustrating puzzles. Overall, the remaster struggles to balance classic charm with modern expectations, leaving critics divided on its success.
Graphics and Visual Design
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76
The remaster of Tomb Raider IV-VI impresses with stunning graphics and a nostalgic toggle feature, receiving praise for visual enhancements, especially in The Last Revelation and Chronicles. However, it faces criticism for technical issues like texture pop-in and uneven graphical quality, particularly in The Angel of Darkness, which some reviewers found bland. Overall, while the remaster showcases technological progress and retains original charm, it also reveals significant areas needing improvement.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR VISUALS
Visual Score
76
Positive (80-100)
47%
Mixed (50-79)
53%
Negative (0-49)
0%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the graphics and visual design.
TL;DR
graphics and visual design
The remaster of Tomb Raider IV-VI impresses with stunning graphics and a nostalgic toggle feature, receiving praise for visual enhancements, especially in The Last Revelation and Chronicles. However, it faces criticism for technical issues like texture pop-in and uneven graphical quality, particularly in The Angel of Darkness, which some reviewers found bland. Overall, while the remaster showcases technological progress and retains original charm, it also reveals significant areas needing improvement.
Music and Sound Design
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65
The sound design and music of Tomb Raider IV-VI Remastered receive mixed reviews. While some critics praise the immersive audio and atmospheric score—comparing it to Howard Shore's work—others highlight major flaws like poor voice acting and audio bugs that hinder the experience. Players are advised to manage their expectations regarding the remaster's audio quality, as it showcases both impressive elements and notable shortcomings.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR SOUND DESIGN
Sound Score
65
Positive (80-100)
50%
Mixed (50-79)
17%
Negative (0-49)
33%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the music and sound design.
TL;DR
music and sound design
The sound design and music of Tomb Raider IV-VI Remastered receive mixed reviews. While some critics praise the immersive audio and atmospheric score—comparing it to Howard Shore's work—others highlight major flaws like poor voice acting and audio bugs that hinder the experience. Players are advised to manage their expectations regarding the remaster's audio quality, as it showcases both impressive elements and notable shortcomings.
Voice Acting
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voice acting
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Technical Performance
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64
Tomb Raider IV-VI Remastered shows mixed performance across platforms. PC users enjoy solid performance and fast load times, especially for "The Angel of Darkness," while the Steam Deck runs smoothly. However, PS5 and Xbox Series X versions suffer from lingering technical issues, buggy controls, and lack of polish, leaving critics disappointed. Overall, the remaster feels rough and fails to fully utilize the potential of these classic titles.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR TECHNICAL PERFORMANCE
Tech Score
64
Positive (80-100)
12%
Mixed (50-79)
82%
Negative (0-49)
6%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the technical performance.
TL;DR
technical performance
Tomb Raider IV-VI Remastered shows mixed performance across platforms. PC users enjoy solid performance and fast load times, especially for "The Angel of Darkness," while the Steam Deck runs smoothly. However, PS5 and Xbox Series X versions suffer from lingering technical issues, buggy controls, and lack of polish, leaving critics disappointed. Overall, the remaster feels rough and fails to fully utilize the potential of these classic titles.
Replay Value
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63
Critics generally praise the nostalgic appeal and modern features of Tomb Raider IV-VI Remastered, making it enjoyable for longtime fans. However, concerns about limited replay value persist, with dated mechanics and insufficient improvements leaving newcomers underwhelmed. While the collection offers around 50 hours of gameplay and engaging modes, many argue it lacks enough fresh content to warrant repeated playthroughs.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR REPLAY VALUE
Replay Score
63
Positive (80-100)
6%
Mixed (50-79)
82%
Negative (0-49)
12%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the replay value.
TL;DR
replay value
Critics generally praise the nostalgic appeal and modern features of Tomb Raider IV-VI Remastered, making it enjoyable for longtime fans. However, concerns about limited replay value persist, with dated mechanics and insufficient improvements leaving newcomers underwhelmed. While the collection offers around 50 hours of gameplay and engaging modes, many argue it lacks enough fresh content to warrant repeated playthroughs.
Overall Verdict
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OVERALL SCORE DISTRIBUTION
Monster Score
66
Positive (80-100)
19%
Mixed (50-79)
79%
Negative (0-49)
2%
Based on analyzing all available reviews that scored and critiqued the game.
TL;DR
The Tomb Raider IV-VI Remastered collection evokes nostalgia among long-time fans, praised for modernizing classic titles while maintaining their essence. However, many critics highlight its inability to overcome original flaws, calling it a missed opportunity that may alienate newcomers. Ultimately, it's a nostalgic trip for devoted fans but lacks the innovation to attract a broader audience, serving more as a preservation effort than a definitive reimagining.
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Reviews
88 reviews found100
Try Hard Guides
Feb 14, 2025
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Tomb Raider IV-VI Remastered is a faithful and modern update of classic games, appealing to both new players and nostalgic fans.
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85
Digital Chumps
Feb 18, 2025
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Tomb Raider IV-VI Remastered successfully modernizes classic titles while preserving their core elements, offering a rewarding experience for both new players and veterans.
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80
Eurogamer
Feb 14, 2025
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The remaster is a heartfelt collection of three games that, while not all classics, provide interesting experiences and nostalgia for fans of the series.
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80
Vandal
Feb 14, 2025
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Tomb Raider IV-VI Remastered is a compelling collection that captures both the highs and lows of the series, offering a satisfying experience for fans despite some inconsistencies.
78
Hobby Consolas
Feb 14, 2025
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Tomb Raider IV-VI Remastered is a respectful remaster that improves the experience while preserving the original identity. It may not be the best in the series, but it is a valuable preservation effort.
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75
Areajugones
Feb 18, 2025
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Tomb Raider IV-VI Remastered is a collection that does justice to a complex era of the series, offering imperfect but fascinating games that shine with new improvements.
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GamingBolt
Feb 14, 2025
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Tomb Raider IV-VI Remastered is a solid collection that enhances the original games while retaining their unique charm. It's recommended for fans and newcomers alike, despite some flaws.
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70
Push Square
Feb 14, 2025
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Overall, the collection is a solid remaster that respects the original titles while providing modern options, making it worth revisiting for fans.
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Pure Xbox
Feb 14, 2025
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While not all titles are classics, the collection offers a fun revisit to Lara Croft's adventures, particularly The Last Revelation, making it a worthwhile addition for fans.
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Multiplayer.it
Feb 20, 2025
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Tomb Raider IV-VI Remastered is a competent remaster that successfully brings back classic titles, though the quality varies significantly across episodes, with some notable audio issues.
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