Tag: Crystal Dynamics

The Name For The Next ‘Tomb Raider’ Game Has Been Leaked. . . . On A Subway.

by The_acz

Games leak in the most mysterious ways.

According to Reddit user Tripleh280, He was on his morning subway in Montreal Quebec when he just so happened to notice that the guy next to him had a document open for the next Tomb Raider game entitled Shadow of the Tomb Raider.  Now, this could easily be fake or have its named changed later, but this title and scenario make sense as it fits the naming scheme of the current games going on, but also that Jason Schreier from Kotaku has confirmed with one of his anonymous sources that the name is indeed true. What do you think of the name? Have you been enjoying the new Tomb Raider games? Tell us in the comments!

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‘Rise Of The Tomb Raider’ Is Finally Coming To PS4 In October!

by Derek Kraneveldt

Briefly: The timed exclusivity of Square-Enix’s 2015 masterpiece is nearly up.

The publisher announced today that PS4 players can finally get their hands on the game when Rise of the Tomb Raider: 20 Year Celebration launches on October 11th.

The new package will contain a completely new story chapter entitled “Blood Ties”, a new co-op Endurance gameplay, PlayStation VR support for “Blood Ties”, all of the previously released DLC, more outfits, weapons, and Expedition Cards.  The Limited Edition of the game will also feature a limited edition art book.

“Blood Ties,” a new premium DLC, beckons players to explore Croft Manor in a new story mode; then defend it against a zombie invasion in “Lara’s Nightmare”. When Lara’s uncle contests ownership of the Manor, Lara must explore the estate to find proof that she is the rightful heir, or lose her birthright and father’s secrets for good. Players can then test their zombie-killing skills in the replayable “Lara’s Nightmare” mode: a haunted Croft Manor where players have new challenges and must rid the Manor of an evil presence.

Scot Amos, co-Head of Studio at Crystal Dynamics states that “The studio is celebrating with all Tomb Raider® fans, thanking them for being on Lara’s 20 year journey with us. The team has packed in surprises, new story, and the top-requested special features into this 20 Year Celebration edition.”

Square-Enix notes that all of the game’s previously released DLC will be included, including the three hour story addition Baba Yaga: The Temple of the Witch, Cold Darkness Awakened in which players must combat waves of infected predators, 12 DLC outfits, 7 DLC weapons, over 35 Expedition Cards, and more.

For the truly hardcore, 20 Year Celebration will also feature a brutal new “Extreme Survivor” setting. This new difficulty level takes the toughness of Survivor and ratchets it up several notches starting with all checkpoints being stripped out of the game. The only way to save the game is forage enough resources to light campfires.

That sounds… too hard.

I ended up buying an Xbox One just so I could play Rise of the Tomb Raider, and I’m pretty embarrassed to say that I’ve only put a few hours into it at this point. I guess I know the hard deadline for completing the game at this point…

Are you looking forward to Rise of the Tomb Raider on PS4? Sound out below!

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Take A 13-Minute Look At ‘Rise Of The Tomb Raider’

by Derek Kraneveldt

Briefly: Thankfully, Rise of the Tomb Raider is eventually coming to PS4. Otherwise I’d really be regretting getting rid of my Xbox One right about now.

Microsoft has released an incredibly gorgeous 13-minute gameplay demo for the game which debuted at last week’s GamesCom.

The video includes a ton of beautiful action, raiding tombs, injured Lara, and much, much more, and it really looks like Rise of the Tomb Raider could be one of the Xbox One’s best titles yet. If you enjoyed the Tomb Raider reboot, even a little, you’ll find a lot to love here.

Take a look at the video below, and be sure to let us know what you think! Rise of the Tomb Raider launches on Xbox One on November 10th, and PS4 and PC sometime way later.

So Much For Exclusivity; ‘Rise Of The Tomb Raider’ Coming To PS4 And PC In 2016!

by Josh Jackson

Remember when it was consistantly implied that Rise of the Tomb Raider was going to be a true Xbox One exclusive and not timed? Well, according to a recent Square Enix press release, they confirmed that it’s exclusiveity will be temporary. For a year. And even less for PC.

What’s sure to be a blow to Microsoft’s big, black box, which has been banking on Lara’s next adventure as one of their few announced exclusives this holiday season, the next Tomb Raider adventure will be arriving in early 2016 for PC, with a PS4 release during the 2016 holiday.

While these dates are still vague, that takes away one more reason for PS4 owners to buy an Xbox, PC owners to jump to the console, or buyers who are on the fence as to which of the two competing systems they should buy. Adding to Capcom’s insistance that Street Fighter V will never come to Xbox One despite sales being stonger on the Xbox 360 for SFIV and the growing gap in sales numbers between Microsoft and Sony’s current consoles, and that leaves developers with even less incentive to support the Xbox exclusively.

Should the company be worried? Or should they finally just bring back your Mech Assault‘s and Crimson Skies‘ of the world and stop relying on third parties? Share your opinion with us in the comments, and let us know if you’re still picking up Rise of the Tomb Raider this year when it releases on November 10th.

Source: Forbes.com

‘Rise Of The Tomb Raider’ Is Shackled To Xbox UPDATE!

by MoreLikeAndy

UPDATE: In an interview with Eurogamer, Microsoft’s Phil Spencer explains that the exclusivity of Rise of the Tomb Raider is, in fact, a timed exclusive. No details on how long the duration will be but at least we can expect it on other platforms in the future.

 

Along with a release window of Holiday 2015, Rise of the Tomb Raider was just announced to be a Xbox exclusive at Gamescom 2014 today. From what Crystal Dynamics Head of Studios Darrell Gallagher says in a Tumblr post, this is not a timed exclusive either.

Dear Tomb Raider Community,

As you may have seen, we’ve just announced that Rise of the Tomb Raider, coming Holiday 2015, is exclusively on Xbox. We consider all of you to be the lifeblood of Tomb Raider and the work we do at Crystal. I’d like to give you some insight into this decision, and why we feel this is the very best thing for the Tomb Raider sequel we’re creating at the studio.

Tomb Raider in 2013 was a success due in large part to your continued support. Our goal has always been to deliver something truly special with Rise of the Tomb Raider. Today’s announcement with Microsoft is one step to help us put Tomb Raider on top of action adventure gaming. Our friends at Microsoft have always seen huge potential in Tomb Raider and have believed in our vision since our first unveil with them on their stage at E3 2011. We know they will get behind this game more than any support we have had from them in the past – we believe this will be a step to really forging the Tomb Raider brand as one of the biggest in gaming, with the help, belief and backing of a major partner like Microsoft.

This doesn’t mean that we’re walking away from our fans who only play on PlayStation or on PC. Those are great systems, with great partners, and amazing communities. We have Lara Croft and the Temple of Osiris coming to those platforms this December, and Tomb Raider: The Definitive Edition is available on PS4.

We know that there are probably many more questions and concerns. Please do send them to us, and we’ll answer to the best of our ability. Meanwhile we’re going all out to try and make something truly special – the most ambitious Tomb Raider game ever built.

Thanks,

Darrell Gallagher
Crystal Dynamics Head of Studio

After publisher Square Enix reported that Tomb Raider underperformed by not reaching the five million sales number they were expecting, going platform exclusive is confusing to me. With Tomb Raider: Definitive Editon selling a great deal more on Sony’s PS4 versus the Xbox One, this seems like a bad business deal for Rise of the Tomb Raider as well as fans everywhere.

E3 2014: Laura Croft Becomes A Woman In ‘Rise Of The Tomb Raider’

by Shane O'Hare

Running strong from the Microsoft Press Conference at E3 2014, we got ourselves another huge announcement. The next in the series for the Tomb Raider reboot is here! Well it’ll BE here come holiday 2015. Check out the trailer for The Rise of The Tomb Raider below.

http://youtu.be/rR1JTGjXIyE

 In her first adventure, Lara Croft was forged into a true survivor, but she glimpsed a deeper, secret world. In the next chapter of her journey, Lara must use her survival skills and wits, learn to trust new friends, and ultimately accept her destiny as the Tomb Raider. Featuring epic, high-octane action moments, “Rise of the Tomb Raider” will take gamers to multiple locations around the world filled with exploration spaces that are some of the most beautifully hostile places on earth. In addition, after hearing the cry from fans loud and clear, the game will put the tombs back into “Tomb Raider,” all in the franchise’s gritty Survival-Action style.

The trailer obviously doesn’t feature any gameplay, but I am getting a really good vibe from it. When she walked into that big open cavern and saw the ruins, I got a little goosebumpy. It reminded me of the feeling I got from playing Tomb Raider 2 waaaaay back when.

No specifics about the release have come out yet, besides that it will be on the Xbox One for sure, but I would be surprised if we don’t see PS4 and PC release either.