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Very Good thanks! Look forward to part 2!

A New Dawn for Lara 9.1 Rating from IGN

Endurance Weeks HQ Pictures and Profiles The full set of 8 in HQ with profiles. Just click on the info button on each picture and scroll down for the link on each picture! I don't want to spoil anything for anyone so it's your choice to read the info

Xbox 360 Tomb Raider Collector's Edition UN-Boxing

I heard if you have a disc you can install and play offline but a steam code is also provided if you want to play multiplayer.

Tomb Raider PC System Requirements Revealed! The PC version of Tomb Raider has been developed in tandem between Crystal Dynamics and long-time partner Nixxes, and we’re proud to be continuing this tradition. The relationship has spanned over a dozen PC titles, and dates back fifteen years. The PC edition also has the benefits of an ongoing partnership with AMD, with Tomb Raider extensively optimized to include unique AMD tech that supports AMD HD3D, AMD Eyefinity for capable PCs, and more. So here it is – the full list of PC enhancements and features for Tomb Raider, including minimum and recommended system requirements! System Requirements Minimum system requirements for PC Windows XP Service Pack 3, Windows Vista,7,8 (32bit/64bit) DirectX 9 graphics card with 512Mb Video RAM: AMD Radeon HD 2600 XT, nVidia 8600 Dual core CPU: AMD Athlon64 X2 2.1 Ghz (4050+), Intel Core2 Duo 1.86 Ghz (E6300) 1GB Memory (2GB on Vista) Recommended system requirements for PC Windows Vista, Windows 7 or Windows 8 DirectX 11 graphics card with 1GB Video RAM: AMD Radeon HD 4870, nVidia GTX 480 Quad core CPU: AMD Phenom II X2 565, Intel Core i5-750 4GB Memory PC Enhancements General Features Full integration with Steamworks to offer cloud storage for saves, multiplayer matchmaking, achievements, as well as automatic updates and new content. Support for Steam Big Picture Mode. Configurable mouse and keyboard support. Gamepad support. High-end Graphics Very high resolution textures with up to 16x the amount of data Detail Tessellation to enhance the detail on many surfaces in the game Higher quality shadows High quality bokeh depth of field with near-blur Tessellation algorithms used to smooth out geometry Improved cloth, SSAO, quality wetness effects, and post-filter effects. LOD quality is adjustable for better quality on higher-end machines. Low-End Graphics Crystal cares about TR fans being able to run on older systems, unlike many other games they still support Windows XP. A lot of scalability options to suit a range of machines. Chances are if you’re a PC buff, you’ve still got a handful of questions. In anticipation of some of the more common queries, we’ve tracked down the Director of Nixxes, Jurjen Katsman. Take a read through our Q&A below. Q: Does Tomb Raider support Windows XP, Vista, 7, or 8? “We felt it was important for all the Tomb Raider fans to be able to play the game, so we tried to keep our OS support as wide as possible. So unlike some other recent games we do still run on Windows XP as well as on Windows Vista, Windows 7, as well as Windows 8. We are not Windows 8 Certified, which is a Microsoft label they use on their store. However, we do test extensively on Windows 8 and are making sure Windows 8 users get a great game experience.” Q: Is Tomb Raider a Steamworks title? “Yes, Tomb Raider uses Steamworks for achievements, Steam Cloud save games, multiplayer match making, as well as leaderboards.” Q: Will Tomb Raider support Steam offline mode? “Yes, the game will definitely run in offline mode. However, you will obviously not be able to participate in multiplayer games in this mode.” Q: If I purchase a boxed copy of Tomb Raider, does that mean I’ll still be able to play it using Steam? “Every copy of Tomb Raider will integrate with Steam and use the Steamworks features; it does not matter where you bought it.” Q: Will the game require the disc to be in the computer or is it able to directly download from Steam? “Yes, when you buy the game in a store you will get a CD-Key for Steam. Just entering this code on your Steam account will allow you to download the game, so you do not necessarily need the disk. The disk is just there so you do not have to download all that data.” Q: Will there be any DRM? “We do not believe in strong anti-consumer DRM methods, so apart from the game using Steamworks and it having to be authenticated with your Steam account there is no additional DRM.” Q: Does the game support 120 hertz? “On hardware that supports this it certainly will. We do not restrict what refresh rate or frame-rate the game will run at, it will run at whatever frame-rate and refresh rate your hardware will be capable of performance wise.” Q: What are your plans for widescreen in Tomb Raider? “We support AMD Eyefinity as well as NVIDIA Surround to allow you to connect multiple screens and create very wide displays.”

The Final Hours of Tomb Raider Episode Five: The End of the Beginning (Part 1)

LCO Updates New Video added : Tomb Raider Walkthrough Part One: Monastery to Medical Helicopter News Images: Lara Croft Reborn-Lara Croft and Roth Render and Parachute Descent Concept Art. Just follows the links and click on the info tabs for the download links!

A Message from Darrell Gallagher, Studio Head: We’ve Gone Gold! It’s been a long journey, and it feels like we’ve been on this one together. Thank you for your continued enthusiasm and support since we first revealed our new vision for Tomb Raider to the world. I am very happy to let you know that we are into the final stretch of what has been an exciting and challenging adventure for the last few years. Tomb Raider has ‘gone gold’ and is now en route to manufacturing ahead of the game’s official release on March 5th, so there isn’t too long before it will be in your hands. Back in 2010 when we announced Tomb Raider we promised to break new ground for the franchise – to create an origins story that forges Lara Croft into a hero, and takes her on a journey like no other. I’m very happy that I can stand by those words today. We’ve put everything into this game, and I’m certain we’ve created something that explores Tomb Raider’s history while pushing the limits in interactive storytelling and design. Development has spanned two studios, a pair of E3 stage demos, 50-plus magazine covers, 150 award nominations, nearly 800 fan art submissions, almost 2,000 blog posts, and over 50,000 replies from you on our forums. And now it’s time to get the game into your hands. We sincerely hope you enjoy it. We think you will, We are immensely proud of this game. 28 days to go. Darrel, Studio Head: We’ve Gone Gold! It’s been a long journey, and it feels like we’ve been on this one together. Thank you for your continued enthusiasm and support since we first revealed our new vision for Tomb Raider to the world. I am very happy to let you know that we are into the final stretch of what has been an exciting and challenging adventure for the last few years. Tomb Raider has ‘gone gold’ and is now en route to manufacturing ahead of the game’s official release on March 5th, so there isn’t too long before it will be in your hands. Back in 2010 when we announced Tomb Raider we promised to break new ground for the franchise – to create an origins story that forges Lara Croft into a hero, and takes her on a journey like no other. I’m very happy that I can stand by those words today. We’ve put everything into this game, and I’m certain we’ve created something that explores Tomb Raider’s history while pushing the limits in interactive storytelling and design. Development has spanned two studios, a pair of E3 stage demos, 50-plus magazine covers, 150 award nominations, nearly 800 fan art submissions, almost 2,000 blog posts, and over 50,000 replies from you on our forums. And now it’s time to get the game into your hands. We sincerely hope you enjoy it. We think you will, We are immensely proud of this game. 28 days to go. Darrel Source

Guide to Survival Episode 2: Exploration Franchise fans know that exploration is at the heart of a Tomb Raider experience. Walking in to a massive expanse and feeling a sense of isolation and awe are key to Lara’s adventures, as is ultimately working through how you’ll traverse and conquer said space. Continuing the series, Guide to Survival Episode 2 breaks down the means by which Lara can explore the island to its fullest, detailing the basecamp and gear gating mechanics. Lara will need to take advantage of weapons and upgrades to fully raid tombs, survive dangerous river crossings, climb to incredible heights, and scale sheer rock faces. Revisiting areas will allow Lara to collect hard-to-reach salvage, build up extra XP, and uncover the mystery of the island through journals and long-forgotten artifacts. Tomb Raider A Guide To Survival 2 : Exploration

free agency and paying them too much money didn't help either.

Crystal Dynamics & Dark Horse Bring Lara Croft Back To Comics Lara Croft’s adventures in comics were a massive part of your fandom throughout the years. With fans in mind, Crystal Dynamics and Dark Horse Comics are extra excited to announce a partnership that will bring Lara back to print in the world of comics. The new series will debut after the release of Tomb Raider on March 5. The collaboration kicks off through a team-up on Tomb Raider: The Beginning. This will mark the first installment in the comic book series, and is a prequel to the events in Tomb Raider. Written by lead game writer Rhianna Pratchett, fans can get their hands on the book when they pre-order Tomb Raider at Best Buy in the US, and other participating retailers worldwide. “The bold new vision of the game demanded we bring an equally fresh approach to the comics,” said Dave Marshall, editor at Dark Horse. “We’re excited for Tomb Raider fans to experience a new side of Lara Croft as they accompany her on the earliest parts of her first adventure.” Told through a 48-page, six-part hardcover omnibus, Tomb Raider: The Beginning tells the tale of how the Endurance crew came together for their fateful mission. Originally intended to be the latest feature in Dr. James Whitman’s successful archaeology show, Whitman’s World, the eclectic crew faces trials and tribulations even before setting sail. “Whilst penning Lara’s origins story for the game I had lots of ideas about the world she and the other characters inhabited, and the story behind their voyage: it was great to be able to flesh out the world of Tomb Raider and work with the talented team at Dark Horse to bring Lara Croft back to comics,” said Rhianna Pratchett.” Interested in an exclusive look at Tomb Raider: The Beginning? Check out the scenic cover by Tomb Raider art director Brian Horton above, and head on over to their official Facebook page for a taste of what’s to come via four (non-sequential) interior pages. The pages showcased give a spattering of what you can expect in the book, be it action, flashbacks, or quiet insight into the Endurance crew. Enjoy your peek!

Wasn't as good as the first but i was entertained. Good for dvd rental if you saw the first.

Tomb Raider Achievement List Single-Player Achievements Bookworm – 10 – 25% of all documents found. Historian – 15 – 75% of all documents found. Relic Hunter – 10 – 25% of all relics collected. Archaeologist – 15 – 75% of all relics collected. Looking for Trouble – 10 – 25% of all GPS caches found. Bag Full O’ Cache – 15 – 75% of all GPS caches found. No Stone Left Unturned – 50 – All documents, relics, and GPS caches found. (4) Scrounger – 20 – 5000 pieces of salvage collected. Picky – 15 – 200 enemies looted. Clever Girl – 25 – Purchased all skills in one category. Lethal – 50 – Purchased all skills in all categories. Now We’re Getting Serious – 25 – One weapon fully modded and completely upgraded. The Professional – 50 – All weapons fully modded and completely upgraded. Big Game Hunter – 15 – 10 large animals killed and looted. Tastes Like Chicken! – 15 – 10 small animals killed and looted. Feather Duster – 15 – 10 flying animals killed and looted. Sharp Shooter – 15 – 50 headshot kills performed in the single player campaign. Predator – 10 – 50 enemies killed with the bow. Equalizer – 10 – 75 enemies killed with the rifle. Widowmaker – 10 – 40 enemies killed with the shotgun. Gunslinger – 10 – 35 enemies killed with the pistol. Epic Fumble – 15 – Forced an enemy to drop dynamite that killed two people. Get Over Here! – 20 – 5 enemies rope pulled off edges. Opportunist – 15 – 25 unaware enemies killed. Down and Dirty – 15 – 15 finishers performed. Deadeye – 20 – 10 enemies shot off zip lines. Former Adventurer – 20 – 25 enemies incapacitated with dodge counter. One Smart Cookie – 20 – One optional tomb completed. Intellectually Superior – 50 – All optional tombs completed. Unfinished Business – 20 One challenge completed. Inconceivable! – 50 – All challenges complete. A Survivor Is Born – 75 – Game completed. Multiplayer Achievements Adventurer – 20 Played a match to completion in all multiplayer modes. Artilleryman – 20 – 20 enemy players killed with a turret in multiplayer. Down Boy! – 10 – Zip-lining enemy killed in multiplayer. Entrapment – 10 Trapped an enemy in multiplayer. Escapist – 20 – Survived 10 explosions in multiplayer. Good Samaritan – 10 – Revived a teammate in a multiplayer match. I’m all that! – 25 – Won a ranked match in every multiplayer mode. Sole Survivor – 15 – Sole survivor on your multiplayer team. Lights Out – 15 – 10 multiplayer enemies killed with the melee attack. Master Blaster – 20 – Two multiplayer enemies killed with one explosive. Monkey Around – 15 – Survived 3 times in multiplayer by using the rope ascender. Narcissistic – 10 – New character purchased. On My Way Up – 10 – Multiplayer level 10 attained. Shopaholic – 20 – Purchased all upgrades and characters in multiplayer. True Commitment – 30 – Multiplayer level 60 attained. (30) Secret Achievements Boom Goes the Dynamite – 10 – Bundle of dynamite shot out of the air Crab Cakes – 5 – FeeFee crab killed Chatterbox – 5 – All conversations with the Endurance crew completed Source:

So far Xbox 360 Only but.... Who knows! I'd like a PC version!

Tomb Raider Limited Edition Xbox 360 Wireless Controller Revealed! Also Multi-player Screens all link and pictures in HQ in the news! LCO TR NEWS

IGN's Tomb Raider Multiplayer: Team Deathmatch Developer Commentary

The Final Hours of Tomb Raider Episode 4: Surviving Together

I pre-ordered the U.K. version that's dvd from game.co.uk

Yeah I agree... They just have no heart!

That's a lot of classic tr for 15 bucks.

lol That's why they want you to buy the mag! We'll find out soon. I'm assuming someone has to be one of the characters. I doubt everyone can be Lara. I didn't play the multi-player of Guardian of Light but I guess it involves the same premise. Personally I prefer playing just me,myself and I and will enjoy the game as I would normally. I just never felt that Tomb Raider was a multi-player game but I'm old school that way. If it was Like Mortal Kombat then that's another story.

OXM Reveals Tomb Raider Multiplayer In January Cover Story Yep, you read it right. The January issue of OXM has revealed a secret addition to Tomb Raider, and one a long-time in the making. While Crystal Dynamics has been hard at work crafting and polishing the single-player experience, our sister studio Eidos Montreal has been working tirelessly to introduce multiplayer to the world of Tomb Raider. Inspired by the overwhelmingly positive response to co-op play in Lara Croft and the Guardian of Light, we’ll have many more details about Tomb Raider’s multiplayer offering come CES in early January. Issue #145 of OXM also dives deep into single player content and combat. Can we all take a second to admire how beautiful the cover art is? You can thank Brian Horton for the lovely piece above starring Lara and Roth. I hope you guys are as excited as I am! I can’t wait to play with fellow fans online come launch day. HD Cover Image Here

NEW TOMB RAIDER DESCENT MUDSLIDE CONCEPT I don't recall ever getting goodies on Christmas day for Tomb Raider but Meagan from Crystal sent this exclusive over to us and told me to put my badge on it and wish everyone a Merry Christmas!

OFFICIAL 2012 TOMB RAIDER HOLIDAY WALLPAPER Pictures 321 and 320 in 2 Large HD sizes If you look at 319 it a very very large box art image just added.