TwinIon Posted September 11, 2018 Share Posted September 11, 2018 New Lara >>>>> Old Lara I think these games have greatly benefited from having a character rather than a caricature. Thankfully, the Tomb Raider games have grown up with the times, and a lot of the platforming that was so core in the old titles just doesn't work as well anymore. At least I can't think of any good recent examples. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bloodporne Posted September 11, 2018 Share Posted September 11, 2018 2 hours ago, XxEvil AshxX said: The old Lara wasn't just a character model. She was a persona. The tone and gameplay reflected that. i.e. why climb up on top of a ledge when you can do a handstand and then cartwheel onto it? Why do a backflip off a truck, shoot the driver through the windshield, and then land on a jeep, when she could just shoot him through the window? Because she's Lara Croft, that's why. I know, I don't disagree. My point by saying 'model' specifically was simply that they can axe the monster polygon chest and so forth without sacrificing on the original tone in my opinion. There are ways to successfully update that without having it devolve into ultra grim constantly-hold-my-own-shoulders-and-shiver-because-shit-is-so-hardcore nor look-at-my-huge-tits territory. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CastlevaniaNut18 Posted September 13, 2018 Share Posted September 13, 2018 Since I'll be up super late tonight, I'm hoping it unlocks on steam around midnight. I'll get a little time in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pikachu Posted September 14, 2018 Share Posted September 14, 2018 It doesn't unlock until 9am pt unfortunately on Steam. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CastlevaniaNut18 Posted September 14, 2018 Share Posted September 14, 2018 Well that's fucking stupid. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skillzdadirecta Posted September 14, 2018 Share Posted September 14, 2018 I got mine today and installed it and was about to play but I had to download a 7 gig update. By the time that was done I had to leave. Will try tomorrow Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bloodporne Posted September 14, 2018 Share Posted September 14, 2018 10 hours ago, skillzdadirecta said: I got mine today and installed it and was about to play but I had to download a 7 gig update. By the time that was done I had to leave. Will try tomorrow Mr. Skillz, could you be so kind and specifically post some impressions of the platforming/traversal here whenever you get a feel of it? I've read conflicting statements in reviews in regards to this. It seems everyone mostly agrees that there's a bigger focus on that aspect of TR yet some specifically also pointed out that it doesn't feel too hot. I don't know what to make of that and would be curious to read some actual poster impressions on here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skillzdadirecta Posted September 14, 2018 Share Posted September 14, 2018 1 hour ago, Bloodporne said: Mr. Skillz, could you be so kind and specifically post some impressions of the platforming/traversal here whenever you get a feel of it? I've read conflicting statements in reviews in regards to this. It seems everyone mostly agrees that there's a bigger focus on that aspect of TR yet some specifically also pointed out that it doesn't feel too hot. I don't know what to make of that and would be curious to read some actual poster impressions on here. Will do... I'll be playing soon enough once I get my lazy ass out of bed. I'm not working today and have some time to play a few games today before weekend festivities start. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Best Posted September 14, 2018 Share Posted September 14, 2018 Impressions please! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keyser_Soze Posted September 14, 2018 Share Posted September 14, 2018 5 hours ago, best3444 said: Impressions please! He's a lazy ass! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SimpleG Posted September 15, 2018 Share Posted September 15, 2018 13 hours ago, Bloodporne said: Mr. Skillz, could you be so kind and specifically post some impressions of the platforming/traversal here whenever you get a feel of it? I've read conflicting statements in reviews in regards to this. It seems everyone mostly agrees that there's a bigger focus on that aspect of TR yet some specifically also pointed out that it doesn't feel too hot. I don't know what to make of that and would be curious to read some actual poster impressions on here. 8 hours ago, best3444 said: Impressions please! Visuals- This game is a real looker,I would be hard pressed to find a better looking game. Gameplay- I havent been real impressed with previous entries and this one is no different.It plays pretty much the same.Gather resources,make ammo,kill bad guys is the basic loop. The actual traversal is slightly worse feeling.Crofts model feels very stiff when jumping more so then before its always felt like the engine wasnt build for jumping around,its clunky. Story-From what I ve played ,dont expect a miracle,its serviceable. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarkStar189 Posted September 15, 2018 Share Posted September 15, 2018 Saw this on reddit. This skin you can unlock for Lara is hilarious 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keyser_Soze Posted September 15, 2018 Share Posted September 15, 2018 Ah but it's not OG Lara with pyramid tits. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CastlevaniaNut18 Posted September 15, 2018 Share Posted September 15, 2018 I decided to play this tonight. So far, so good. It's Tomb Raider, alright. Which I've really enjoyed since the reboot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biggie Posted September 15, 2018 Share Posted September 15, 2018 is this an Xbox exclusive or is it also available on PS4? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Best Posted September 15, 2018 Share Posted September 15, 2018 1 hour ago, Biggie said: is this an Xbox exclusive or is it also available on PS4? It's only on xbox because it's the superior platform. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biggie Posted September 15, 2018 Share Posted September 15, 2018 41 minutes ago, best3444 said: It's only on xbox because it's the superior platform. True. It runs both of its exclusives very well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr.Vic20 Posted September 15, 2018 Share Posted September 15, 2018 Maxed out on the PC this is easily one of the best looking games I've ever played! Its absolutely more of the same, and for me that's a good thing! This is one of about a dozen titles that I just count on to move the state of the art visuals and world building (not story telling per say, but rather the viability of the world itself) forward while maintaining the same basic mechanics of gather--> build->fight-> advance->walking/talking loop. That said, The obvious love & care put into creating the environments is so high that I felt a pang of guilt not spending more time than I did, and trust me I spent time, just soaking in the first hour's locations! So much effort was extended to bringing these areas to life! Whoever you people are, thank you/sorry I had to run by your hard work; was killing shit! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skillzdadirecta Posted September 16, 2018 Share Posted September 16, 2018 Damn this is a good looking game... like holy shit it's good looking. I only played about a half hour so far but I'm liking what I've played. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Best Posted September 16, 2018 Share Posted September 16, 2018 Must. Resist. Buying... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biggie Posted September 16, 2018 Share Posted September 16, 2018 1 minute ago, best3444 said: Must. Resist. Buying... Shit why? If owned a Xbox I’d play it. Looks so good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keyser_Soze Posted September 16, 2018 Share Posted September 16, 2018 2 minutes ago, Biggie said: Shit why? If owned a Xbox I’d play it. Looks so good. But you wouldn't buy it for PS4? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CastlevaniaNut18 Posted September 16, 2018 Share Posted September 16, 2018 3 minutes ago, Biggie said: Shit why? If owned a Xbox I’d play it. Looks so good. It's on PS4 Not that you should be encouraged to buy more games. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biggie Posted September 16, 2018 Share Posted September 16, 2018 1 minute ago, Keyser_Soze said: But you wouldn't buy it for PS4? I thought it was a Xbox exclusive? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biggie Posted September 16, 2018 Share Posted September 16, 2018 Just now, CastlevaniaNut18 said: It's on PS4 Not that you should be encouraged to buy more games. Just now, Biggie said: I thought it was a Xbox exclusive? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CastlevaniaNut18 Posted September 16, 2018 Share Posted September 16, 2018 I don't know why you thought that. Rise was timed, though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dre801 Posted September 16, 2018 Share Posted September 16, 2018 Nah, they're not pulling that timed exclusive shit with this one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keyser_Soze Posted September 16, 2018 Share Posted September 16, 2018 19 minutes ago, Biggie said: So now you'll buy it? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biggie Posted September 16, 2018 Share Posted September 16, 2018 23 minutes ago, Keyser_Soze said: So now you'll buy it? Of course. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SimpleG Posted September 16, 2018 Share Posted September 16, 2018 49 minutes ago, best3444 said: Must. Resist. Buying... Life is short baby ,just buy it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Best Posted September 16, 2018 Share Posted September 16, 2018 11 hours ago, SimpleG said: Life is short baby ,just buy it. I may buy it after I beat Spider-Man. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Posted September 17, 2018 Share Posted September 17, 2018 https://www.gamesindustry.biz/articles/2018-09-16-uk-charts-slow-start-for-tomb-raider-as-spider-man-reigns-supreme Early sales aren’t great so far (UK only) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bloodporne Posted September 17, 2018 Share Posted September 17, 2018 On 9/14/2018 at 11:03 PM, SimpleG said: Visuals- This game is a real looker,I would be hard pressed to find a better looking game. Gameplay- I havent been real impressed with previous entries and this one is no different.It plays pretty much the same.Gather resources,make ammo,kill bad guys is the basic loop. The actual traversal is slightly worse feeling.Crofts model feels very stiff when jumping more so then before its always felt like the engine wasnt build for jumping around,its clunky. Story-From what I ve played ,dont expect a miracle,its serviceable. Oh boy. Granted I'm not really invested in this game much so whatever in the end, but based on some reviews I was hoping they'd finally nail traversal and platforming with this one a bit. Pass for me since I've ready quite a few folks say this by now. Maybe when it hits like $7.99 at GameStop. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr.Vic20 Posted September 17, 2018 Share Posted September 17, 2018 The game is lots of fun and a beauty to behold, these reviews are overly harsh IMO. Also, the animations are not stiff. That's just flat out silly wrong. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Best Posted September 17, 2018 Share Posted September 17, 2018 42 minutes ago, Mr.Vic20 said: The game is lots of fun and a beauty to behold, these reviews are overly harsh IMO. Also, the animations are not stiff. That's just flat out silly wrong. Thank you. Interesting about the animations argument. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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