Is there any bonus related things apart from original bonus levels, do we see any new never before seen content? And do we unlock outfit unlocks in game?
How beautiful, I am 53 and got the original on release by accident - my then GF thought she was buying me Exhumed (as requested) but got Tomb Raider by accident & it was the happiest accident of my life. I hope you all enjoy this joyous event on valentines day!
Same age but bought the PS1 purely after seeing TR1 being played by a games shop owner (before GAME etc took over our highstreets). I take it the then GF didnt survive this far with you too. 🤣
@DS-cf1zc Ha ha, no, lovely woman but that time was not altogether a roaring success!!! Being 26 in 96 was great - but I don't need to tell you that!!!
“The Dark Souls of platform gaming”. Such a great way to describe this series. The lack of handholding and that feeling of being isolated and lost along with the thrill you get from exploring and discovering is something you don’t see very often with games today.
"Hello Lara. Good to see you again, old friend. I've changed a lot since we've first met. We've won and you're back, and now it's time for new memories together" 🥺😭❤️ I cannot begin to tell you how emotional i got watching this video.
I almost teared up when you were talking how happy you are and how Lara is like an old friend. Omg can't wait! I took Thursday and Friday off work and I am going home to play alongside my mom whom was playing TR when I was a kid. :)
I’m so lucky to have experienced Tomb Raider as a kid when these games first debuted. I hope the newer generations who haven’t experienced it will keep an open mind - it’s an experience you’ll never forget. Your commentary is absolutely beautiful. It’s amazing how so many of us have these same feelings and memories and are connected through these games and the experiences they blessed us with.
I was really afraid we'd get a bad surprise with these remasters, your video makes me feel really relieved, i couldn't wait but now it's getting really hard to wait 2 more days !
I really pray they do Last Revelation at some point! I’m loving this and I’m so happy you got recognised and given early access. You are a blessing to us whom love classic tomb raider. X
@@Raidercast As long as they finish Angel of Darkness first. I don't want them to release it as is in such an unfinished state. Square's mistake forcing its early release well before it was finished had forever tarnished my view of Square Enix.
Seeing as some the animations are borrowed from 4 and 5 it’s likely they are going to do another set of trilogy remaster with 4,5,6(angel of darkness) to complete the core design collection and also maybe if this release sales a a lot(which I believe it well) they might release a limited run release of a complete boxed version with all the core design games and naming it the “core design tomb raider adventures” I don’t know it’s just a idea
I had that weird sensation that the new graphics looks exactly as I remember the original graphics, then I flip back to the original graphics and they look so different. They've done an amazing job of updating the look while honouring the original.
That crouch roll, I swear that was something TRLE makers created! Unless I just never found it in 4 or Chronicles. These are amazing looks at the Remasters. Thanks Chris! Looking forward to falling in love with this trilogy all over again 😀
I think I’ve seen that crouch roll in a TR3 video before the game was released, it was just scrapped from the final game I believe. Not entirely sure it was from TR3, but it has always been official just scrapped.
@@MayModnar Just watched Steven3517's walkthrough of TR3 and my jaw hit the floor when I saw her roll while crouching. I played TR3, Last Revelation, and Chronicles (where I know rolling off ledges while crouching was introduced) on PS1 when I was a kid. How in the world did I never know that was in those games?!?! 😖
@@Takejiro24 There's a mod for PC for TR3 that fixes a lot of things in one, including the restored crouch roll, so that's probably what they used. When I played 4 with a similar mod, the crouch roll wasn't working and I was confused, but it seems it was only introduced officially in 5
Okay, even if they need to be tweaked to your liking, I am kind of surprised how well the modern controls seem to fit the games! And I am glad that it actually seems like a good remaster and not just a cash grab! Can't wait to play on the 14th!
I can already tell that playing through these remasters will be a religious cathartic experience for me............. What you said in the end is so apt!!! It's like we took for granted that we'll never feel the magic of these memories again, but somehow the magic is back and there is no better feeling. Every frame of this gameplay fills me with an incomprehensible levels of joy. So grateful that we got to re-experience this in our lifetimes. Happy launch week!
Since they went through all this effort to bring these games back, something tells me they will patch all bugs they find and implement feedback. It's obvious that they appreciate the fans and are fans themselves.
I'm not even remotely embarrassed to say that I did weep a little when I started playing the TR1 remaster this afternoon. I was so paranoid that it wouldn't work on my laptop, especially after the first launch of the game resulted in a blank screen(!). Thankfully it launched immediately second time around. That initial surprise at seamlessly alternating between the original and remastered modes blew me away. Like you, I'm spending so much time exploring the new designs. Its fantastic. I honestly couldn't have imagined playing this (with tank controls, of course) back in '96. It's the game Anniversary should have been IMO. I cannot wait to see the rest of the game and the sequels.
THANK YOU! I already had two versions preordered, but the footage you freely showed and explained so many exciting things! Like going over the modern controls, showing certain level elements, the last minute ledge grab, THE CRAWL FLIP!!!, and a secret after beating the game! That final explanation made me tear up with excitement and happiness. Wish I could change outfits in levels tbh. That and making the water more... colored, and surfaced. Prob my only wants! Looking handsome af today btw! Great beard!
Dude!! I'm so happy for you! You are definitely a creator that deserves to get their hands on that gem before the rest of us. I've listened to so many of your episodes, and your insight on these games are what keep me hooked on your content! My pre-order is set, and I'm super ready to play the trilogy for the first time in forever!
I can see how this really touches you, Chris. It's heartwarming. We are all here to share our passion for Tomb Raider and this is such a special time! One thing I was surprised about is that the models look so much prettier. The baddies are all good looking so far. XD Bet Larson is going to look like Brad Pitt, and Pierre like Gaspard Ulliel.
So exciting! I just starting playing the classics over a year ago on PC (the save anytime especially on 1 and 3 is a major quality of life improvement for me). I preordered it on Steam and Switch when it was 1st announced in September. The lighting looks phenomenal!
Thank you so much for going over the controls! I’ve been hesitant to get this because I only game on PC and find the modern controls next to impossible on a mouse and keyboard. I’m so happy to know that they have the option to choose the classic controls!
Fantastic review! I still haven't gotten the hang of the modern controls, and I don't know if I ever will, but anything that brings a wider audience to the games is fine by me. Everything else you said pretty much echos my own thoughts. I can't wait to hear your opinions on the DLC levels, but take your time and enjoy them. What a great time to be a Tomb Raider!
@Raidercast Thanks so much for the shout-out. I appreciate it. I hope you were able to find the info you needed. It's going to take a while to update everything, but I'm chipping away. What a labor of love, though.
Not me getting tearful watching this review 😭 I’m honestly so excited to meet Lara again. I went with the Switch version so that I could experience adventures anywhere. Hearing your thoughts and seeing those little bits of gameplay have just made the hype so very real. When you said about the final levels of TR2, I cannot wait! To see the Temple of Xian, Floating Islands and the Dragon’s Lair… the child in me is so excited! 💛
Chris that was another brilliant and informative. I am so excited for this collection. I really am. It looks amazing it really does. Thank you once again. Had a lump in my throat with your words at the end. Definitely playing this 100%
This is such a great moment for the Tomb Raider community, I love it! Finally the remasters are (almost) here! A lot of fans will now have the chance to experience the expansion packs for the first time too (which are great). Hopefully, also completely new players will buy/try out these games and will like them...🙏 For now, thanks for this pre-review Chris!
I love everything about these remasters. Everything is AMAZING. The only cons I’ve noticed so far is not being able to select outfits to play in is lame, as well as TR2 missing the cloth background is a huge issue. I hope these are fixed or added later. Anyway, I’m so happy all the major TR channels for to try this out early, super happy for you all! Can’t wait for us all to start playing!
This was a beautiful review, Chris! I love how you put it - it’s like visiting an old friend. I’ve missed classic Lara so much. It’s been a long time since I’ve been excited about Tomb Raider. I hope Crystal has been taking notes. And off topic, you’ve grown up to be so handsome! We used to chat on the TR Forums many years ago. 😊
Playing these is going to be like a fewer dream. It looks so good, but also it's not at all too much - a really respectful tribute to the classics. I adore how they give us, the players, the choice to choose between the old and new (graphics, controls...). It's the right way to go about these things. I can't believe this is finally happening!
I feel so happy and a tad emotional seeing the classics resurface, I love Lara so much and I always will. I will dedicate a tiktok channel to classic Lara, and her adventures I don't care who watches, as long as I can focus on what made Lara great I'm happy. It's such an amazing time to be alive and yes I feel like I've met an old friend who I thought has passed away but she just popped up and greets me with the warmest welcome like she was never gone.
This is why I sub to your channel - a level-headed review that avoids sensationalism and yet really shows the love you have for the franchise. My first TR game was Anniversary (which is one of my favorite games of all time) so this is my perfect chance to go through the first three games I never really had the chance/motivation to sit down and do before. As a first timer to the "tank" controls I really appreciate the breakdown here; wish I'd had it before getting 3-4 hours into the first game though 😂
Great video my friend! 👏 very detailed and chilled out video. You love to the series is no noticeable! 🙌 can’t wait to play them all! ❤️ yeah the modern controls they have to sort the camera out 😅
definitely gonna buy this! and as someone who played TR3 MANY times in my early teens, this is such a wonderful tribute to the OG Lara Croft we all love and grow up with!
I just pre-ordered the thing. After seeing a few of these videos, it seems that this is the same kind of care and love we got from the Command & Conquer remaster a few years back - faithful to the original while bringing something new to the table. Can't wait to relive and replay these games, and like you, experience the expansions as well. I've remember that I never managed to get TR1 Gold to work with 3D acceleration, so that's really something I'm looking forward to.
I was crying at the end, because i felt how you feel. Same as you as a kid Lara was my best friend, helped me feel better and more confident (im gay)my life was a little rough but playing these games make me feel more powerful and strong. Im so happy to hug my old friend Lara again. And fingers crossed to have 4 and 5 in the future
Omg, thank you for the video! Beautiful to see how exciteded you are, like we all are. I´ve taken out my "Lösungsbücher" on the weekend, they have the same smell more than 25 years ago, a little bit spooky, but what a journey into teenage days. Best regards from Hamburg
Thank you so much for this preview/review! Surprisingly, I found myself getting a little emotional as I watched the video. I'm so excited to have classic Lara back!
I can't wait for the 14th!!! this looks amazing, and you can see that the devs crafted all of this with infinite love, giving everything a glow up but keeping the experience exactly the same!❤
You literally made me cry when you said that it's like meeting an old friend who you never thought you'd see again. This is exactly how it feels and I'm so grateful we have these beautifully and lovingly crafted remasters. This gets me beyond emotional, these games are special.
19:20 I can't believe they brought back the TR5 Crawl sommersault, this absolutely amazing, along with mid-air roll in TR1, and also exiting crawlspaces forward. What I considered wishful thinking & unrealistic expectations actually became a reality. Now all we need is an unlockable cheat to enable sprinting in TR1 and TR2 :) Also, I think I underestimated how much of a useful tool the Photo Mode will be, for navigating the environment. Thank you so much Chris for sharing your thoughts, seeing you on that couch barely containing your excitement was a treat, and enjoy the Expansion levels at your own pace, The Lost Artifact expansion levels are the pinnacle of classic Tomb Raiders
Ya, I already know I'm going to play through once with original graphics and controls, then a 2nd time with new everything. Thanks for the vid. Looks FANTASTIC!
This is a real "pinch me" moment. I'm so happy they done this and not potentially ruin the legacy of these games by doing remakes. Feels like the 90's all over again and getting to experience these gems again for he first time
I've been waiting for this gem since I first heard about it last year. Cannot wait to play through and see the differences they've made. Levels like the Atlantis pyramid from tr1 and the Maria Doria in tr2 come to mind. Can't wait.
It's so obvious from the introduction how much you enjoyed this remaster, seems like younwere bursting at the seam to talk about it! -I cannot wait to play through with modern controls, a whole extra level of control is really interesting -Hopefully outfit selection will come in a patch, especially if they're already available in photo mode. -that swan dive glitch is used all over speedruns but i dont know if ive seen that one before 😂 -It all looks so amazing, they've really nailed it! I am so hyped for this! Great video as always!
I grew up with these games, first played TR1 on a Sega Saturn in Woolworths, if that doesn't age me I dont know what does! I'm so happy they are as good as they are, a dream come true.
Love how sentimental you got because this is exactly how I feel but only difference is that I NEVER played these classics. I just couldn’t with the tank controls. Tried many times & gave up. Now with modern controls I am halfway TR1 & as happy as a little kid on Xmas morning. I have beautiful months ahead of me. Thank you for the great vids.
@@Raidercast Yeah, buggy like you said in close corners. Clicking the right stick 2 times seems to help a little sometimes. Pretty sure they will try to fix this. 👍🏻
Absolutely breathtaking. It looks even better than i could possibly imagine. Thank you for the wonderful preview and for aiming not to spoil the remasters for us.
I have been on TRF since I was about 18 and was there for everything from Legend to the reboot, then I just dropped off the forums and from TR for many years. I always dreamt of a remaster of these old games and I just can't believe it's happening I have sooo many emotions over it. I'm now almost 36 *cries* I can see your passion in the video, warms my heart. I think we all feel very similarly. Thanks for explaining the modern controls. I think I will stick to the old ones, I'm too used to them, but shall give the modern ones a shot.
I have 100%'ed every single TR game, so I am looking forward to this, I bought a PS1 with Tomb raider as my first games console and game and was instantly hooked so I have been so keen on this re release since I heard about it. Cant wait!
This is the only Tomb Raider I-III Remastered review on CZcams that people should watch. All the others are either walkthroughs by experienced players who cannot be bothered to explain what we are seeing on screen, or are skin-deep overviews commentated by complete knobs who don't know what they are doing (not entirely unexpected from "gaming journalists," but still). This review contains a bevy of wisdom, insight, charm, constructive criticism, and wistful appreciation of classic Lara, both explaining and demonstrating why one should consider giving it a go. 10/10 mate
Oh my goodness.. I've been playing since midnight when it was released, and I am absolutely dying and in love.❤ The nostalgia, the beauty of Lara, and the memories come flooding back to when I was sitting in my attic as a kid surrounded by pop group posters. (mainly Spice girls😂) playing Tomb Raider. She looks exactly how I would imagine her to look in the original in every.❤
Angel of darkness needs alot of work 🤣. But yes a more modern (actually playable) version would be great. I've got a feeling this remaster is going to do rather well, hopefully prompting them to remaster the next bunch.
I'm humbly requesting videos of Alfredo playing through the expansion packs, now that they are available through the remaster. PS: if you make vids of this, be aware that TR2's expansion pack has a bonus level that is only playable if you collect all the treasures, so might want to make a save file that's made either just before the end, or just at the beginning of the level in advance.
I found out about this remaster a month before it drops! I was actually searching randomly for any news about a possible remastering of one two or three (for PlayStation) and there it was. Amazing timing. I was so surprised because I didn't expect much during that search and I found exactly what I needed to find.
Thank you for this!! I'm so excited to play, 1 more day 🥰. This was almost emotional. I feel the same way, that she's an old friend and I'm eager to catch up! 😎
Aww Chris such a warm video! The last comment about playing TR in the morning as a kid just hit so close to home 😊 and TR 3 is looking absolutely stunning indeed. That was my first tomb raider game and I’m looking forward to seeing “the old friend with a new face” 😊
I'm in awe of what you've shown, and I love that there are things you've chosen not to show/reveal. I'm so happy, and I can't wait to dive into the game in less than 2 days. Well done, Chris!
17:47 I wish they made her braid more of a 3D model where it physically interacts with her backpack and body realistically. It looks like it has so kind of Ai functions with it, where it stretches out and in at times. But who cares, the game is still beautifully done!! 😊
I'm so excited to revisit Classic TR and finally get to play the DLCs that I never got to experience in the originals! The glow up looks amazing! I think I'll stick to Tank controls though 🤣 These games gave me so much joy when they were originally released, I played the beta of the original with my cousin and we would take it in turns to play each level, while the other back seat tomb raided 😂 and it was so much fun. I literally haven't played any of the classics since they launched back in the 90s so it's going to take some getting used to but I am here for the nostalgia!
Crystal Dynamics really went all the way with publicity here! all TR review channels gave us the 1st level of each installment... these are the chosen ones that got an early peak
Do you have any Remaster questions? Drop them below and I'll try to answer.
Keep an eye out for upcoming deep-dives into the Remasters!
The original soundtrack was a masterpiece. Did they stay true to the original audio?
Edit: 11:05 nm lol
How does saving works? Is it "save anywhere" like in the PC versions, are there save crystals, or is there an option between both?
Is there any bonus related things apart from original bonus levels, do we see any new never before seen content? And do we unlock outfit unlocks in game?
Maybe I've missed it but has there been any mention of TLE and Chronicles coming at any point?
If you’ve never played the dlcs you’re in for a treat! Lost artifact especially is a brilliant one!
How beautiful, I am 53 and got the original on release by accident - my then GF thought she was buying me Exhumed (as requested) but got Tomb Raider by accident & it was the happiest accident of my life. I hope you all enjoy this joyous event on valentines day!
Omg I loved the demo for Exhumed!
@@Raidercast The nightdive remaster is excellent!
Same age but bought the PS1 purely after seeing TR1 being played by a games shop owner (before GAME etc took over our highstreets).
I take it the then GF didnt survive this far with you too. 🤣
@DS-cf1zc Ha ha, no, lovely woman but that time was not altogether a roaring success!!! Being 26 in 96 was great - but I don't need to tell you that!!!
Same here 26 in 1996 I remember Exhumed well, tomb raider always was my game endless nights playing non stop great times! @@slaxxxer
“What are you doing for Valentine’s Day?”
“Tomb Raider 😍”
The years we have waited for this, almost hard to believe it’s becoming a reality
THIS was my answer to everyone in work 😅... and you don't want to know what they thought I meant 🤦♂️😵
“The Dark Souls of platform gaming”. Such a great way to describe this series. The lack of handholding and that feeling of being isolated and lost along with the thrill you get from exploring and discovering is something you don’t see very often with games today.
"Hello Lara. Good to see you again, old friend. I've changed a lot since we've first met. We've won and you're back, and now it's time for new memories together" 🥺😭❤️ I cannot begin to tell you how emotional i got watching this video.
I almost teared up when you were talking how happy you are and how Lara is like an old friend. Omg can't wait! I took Thursday and Friday off work and I am going home to play alongside my mom whom was playing TR when I was a kid. :)
That was take 2 because I literally got too choked up the first time 😂😂
My reaction was identical. it's a great moment
She's the best.
I’m so lucky to have experienced Tomb Raider as a kid when these games first debuted. I hope the newer generations who haven’t experienced it will keep an open mind - it’s an experience you’ll never forget.
Your commentary is absolutely beautiful. It’s amazing how so many of us have these same feelings and memories and are connected through these games and the experiences they blessed us with.
I was really afraid we'd get a bad surprise with these remasters, your video makes me feel really relieved, i couldn't wait but now it's getting really hard to wait 2 more days !
The games have been done justice!
I was anxious about these remasters as well, especially after what utter disasters GTA and Mafia were.
@@baffledbrandon3132 Mafia was a remake and i thought it was pretty decent, definitely not as good as the original but still worth a play.
Omg It's going to be the best Valentine's day ever, I know it already😭
I really pray they do Last Revelation at some point! I’m loving this and I’m so happy you got recognised and given early access. You are a blessing to us whom love classic tomb raider. X
I pray they do Last Revelation and Chronicles at some point to complete the collection. Oh man I'm so stoked to played this.
I want a second trilogy. Complete the Core Design collection.
@@Raidercast As long as they finish Angel of Darkness first. I don't want them to release it as is in such an unfinished state. Square's mistake forcing its early release well before it was finished had forever tarnished my view of Square Enix.
Seeing as some the animations are borrowed from 4 and 5 it’s likely they are going to do another set of trilogy remaster with 4,5,6(angel of darkness) to complete the core design collection and also maybe if this release sales a a lot(which I believe it well) they might release a limited run release of a complete boxed version with all the core design games and naming it the “core design tomb raider adventures” I don’t know it’s just a idea
"Like meeting an old friend" really is the perfect analogy for these remasters. I've been loving them so far.
That smile tells me all I need to know 😂 I cannot wait for Weds!!! ❤
Can’t wait for everyone to experience them!
@@Raidercast looks like they've done an incredible job. So pretty 😍
Oh I can not wait to see The Wreck of the Maria Doria.
Hahahhaaa same!!! I loved the underwater levels
I had that weird sensation that the new graphics looks exactly as I remember the original graphics, then I flip back to the original graphics and they look so different. They've done an amazing job of updating the look while honouring the original.
Wooow! Thanks for playing this for us :) it's lovely that they maintained the original menus :) so 90s, love it!!
It’s so beautifully done 😍
That crouch roll, I swear that was something TRLE makers created! Unless I just never found it in 4 or Chronicles. These are amazing looks at the Remasters. Thanks Chris! Looking forward to falling in love with this trilogy all over again 😀
The getting out of a crawling space move specifically, is from Chronicles. Now the crouch rolls whenever you want, could be trle 😊
Remember doing it a lot in Chronicles
I think I’ve seen that crouch roll in a TR3 video before the game was released, it was just scrapped from the final game I believe. Not entirely sure it was from TR3, but it has always been official just scrapped.
@@MayModnar Just watched Steven3517's walkthrough of TR3 and my jaw hit the floor when I saw her roll while crouching. I played TR3, Last Revelation, and Chronicles (where I know rolling off ledges while crouching was introduced) on PS1 when I was a kid.
How in the world did I never know that was in those games?!?! 😖
@@Takejiro24 There's a mod for PC for TR3 that fixes a lot of things in one, including the restored crouch roll, so that's probably what they used.
When I played 4 with a similar mod, the crouch roll wasn't working and I was confused, but it seems it was only introduced officially in 5
Okay, even if they need to be tweaked to your liking, I am kind of surprised how well the modern controls seem to fit the games!
And I am glad that it actually seems like a good remaster and not just a cash grab! Can't wait to play on the 14th!
Definitely made with care and love!
I can already tell that playing through these remasters will be a religious cathartic experience for me............. What you said in the end is so apt!!! It's like we took for granted that we'll never feel the magic of these memories again, but somehow the magic is back and there is no better feeling. Every frame of this gameplay fills me with an incomprehensible levels of joy. So grateful that we got to re-experience this in our lifetimes. Happy launch week!
Since they went through all this effort to bring these games back, something tells me they will patch all bugs they find and implement feedback. It's obvious that they appreciate the fans and are fans themselves.
I'm not even remotely embarrassed to say that I did weep a little when I started playing the TR1 remaster this afternoon. I was so paranoid that it wouldn't work on my laptop, especially after the first launch of the game resulted in a blank screen(!). Thankfully it launched immediately second time around. That initial surprise at seamlessly alternating between the original and remastered modes blew me away. Like you, I'm spending so much time exploring the new designs. Its fantastic. I honestly couldn't have imagined playing this (with tank controls, of course) back in '96. It's the game Anniversary should have been IMO.
I cannot wait to see the rest of the game and the sequels.
Anniversary was a remake though, not a remaster. I'm thankful we got both 😊
@@anna-usagi yes I know, and I do like it a fair bit, just not as much as the original game.
THANK YOU! I already had two versions preordered, but the footage you freely showed and explained so many exciting things! Like going over the modern controls, showing certain level elements, the last minute ledge grab, THE CRAWL FLIP!!!, and a secret after beating the game! That final explanation made me tear up with excitement and happiness.
Wish I could change outfits in levels tbh. That and making the water more... colored, and surfaced. Prob my only wants!
Looking handsome af today btw! Great beard!
First time I’ve looked forward to a release this much in a long time.
Dude!! I'm so happy for you! You are definitely a creator that deserves to get their hands on that gem before the rest of us. I've listened to so many of your episodes, and your insight on these games are what keep me hooked on your content! My pre-order is set, and I'm super ready to play the trilogy for the first time in forever!
Looking forward to seeing what the colosseum Looks like x
I can see how this really touches you, Chris. It's heartwarming. We are all here to share our passion for Tomb Raider and this is such a special time! One thing I was surprised about is that the models look so much prettier. The baddies are all good looking so far. XD Bet Larson is going to look like Brad Pitt, and Pierre like Gaspard Ulliel.
So exciting! I just starting playing the classics over a year ago on PC (the save anytime especially on 1 and 3 is a major quality of life improvement for me). I preordered it on Steam and Switch when it was 1st announced in September. The lighting looks phenomenal!
Great breakdown on the modern controls. Sounds pretty good!
I have been waiting for this video. Thank you!!!!
Thank you so much for going over the controls! I’ve been hesitant to get this because I only game on PC and find the modern controls next to impossible on a mouse and keyboard. I’m so happy to know that they have the option to choose the classic controls!
Fantastic review! I still haven't gotten the hang of the modern controls, and I don't know if I ever will, but anything that brings a wider audience to the games is fine by me. Everything else you said pretty much echos my own thoughts. I can't wait to hear your opinions on the DLC levels, but take your time and enjoy them. What a great time to be a Tomb Raider!
A great time indeed! These games are still relatively fresh in my mind yet I’ve still had to consult your site about twenty times since starting 🙏❤️😂
@Raidercast Thanks so much for the shout-out. I appreciate it. I hope you were able to find the info you needed. It's going to take a while to update everything, but I'm chipping away. What a labor of love, though.
Not me getting tearful watching this review 😭 I’m honestly so excited to meet Lara again. I went with the Switch version so that I could experience adventures anywhere.
Hearing your thoughts and seeing those little bits of gameplay have just made the hype so very real. When you said about the final levels of TR2, I cannot wait! To see the Temple of Xian, Floating Islands and the Dragon’s Lair… the child in me is so excited! 💛
You are not ready for how amazing those three levels look 🥲
That sigh of relief at the end spoke volumes. I think you spoke for us all
I'm so excited! Wednesday can't come soon enough! I'm just as happy as you and relieved to see they've done this project with love.
Chris that was another brilliant and informative. I am so excited for this collection. I really am. It looks amazing it really does. Thank you once again. Had a lump in my throat with your words at the end. Definitely playing this 100%
Hope you enjoy it as much as I do!
It gives me goosebumps just taking everything in. Truly beautiful and a masterpiece ❤
Didn't think I could be more hyped, but here I am 😂
This is such a great moment for the Tomb Raider community, I love it! Finally the remasters are (almost) here! A lot of fans will now have the chance to experience the expansion packs for the first time too (which are great). Hopefully, also completely new players will buy/try out these games and will like them...🙏 For now, thanks for this pre-review Chris!
I love everything about these remasters. Everything is AMAZING. The only cons I’ve noticed so far is not being able to select outfits to play in is lame, as well as TR2 missing the cloth background is a huge issue. I hope these are fixed or added later. Anyway, I’m so happy all the major TR channels for to try this out early, super happy for you all! Can’t wait for us all to start playing!
The outfits could be unlocks for gathering secrets. I hope so anyway
@@TurboMintyFresh and worst case scenario, if you're a pc player, there will probably be mods!
the devs said the cloth background in the TR2 item menu will be in release version apparently
can't wait to complete every single achievement in the steam version :)
This was a beautiful review, Chris! I love how you put it - it’s like visiting an old friend. I’ve missed classic Lara so much. It’s been a long time since I’ve been excited about Tomb Raider. I hope Crystal has been taking notes. And off topic, you’ve grown up to be so handsome! We used to chat on the TR Forums many years ago. 😊
TRF, what a throwback! Hope you enjoy the games!
Playing these is going to be like a fewer dream. It looks so good, but also it's not at all too much - a really respectful tribute to the classics. I adore how they give us, the players, the choice to choose between the old and new (graphics, controls...). It's the right way to go about these things. I can't believe this is finally happening!
Im so glad I waited that week to proper experience the game. I completely adore them. It’s what I’ve always dreamt of.
I still can’t get enough of them!
The magnetic item interaction also existed in the original tomb raider on saturn (switches and item pickups), but only underwater
I feel so happy and a tad emotional seeing the classics resurface, I love Lara so much and I always will.
I will dedicate a tiktok channel to classic Lara, and her adventures I don't care who watches, as long as I can focus on what made Lara great I'm happy. It's such an amazing time to be alive and yes I feel like I've met an old friend who I thought has passed away but she just popped up and greets me with the warmest welcome like she was never gone.
This is why I sub to your channel - a level-headed review that avoids sensationalism and yet really shows the love you have for the franchise.
My first TR game was Anniversary (which is one of my favorite games of all time) so this is my perfect chance to go through the first three games I never really had the chance/motivation to sit down and do before. As a first timer to the "tank" controls I really appreciate the breakdown here; wish I'd had it before getting 3-4 hours into the first game though 😂
Great video my friend! 👏 very detailed and chilled out video. You love to the series is no noticeable! 🙌 can’t wait to play them all! ❤️ yeah the modern controls they have to sort the camera out 😅
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definitely gonna buy this! and as someone who played TR3 MANY times in my early teens, this is such a wonderful tribute to the OG Lara Croft we all love and grow up with!
I just pre-ordered the thing. After seeing a few of these videos, it seems that this is the same kind of care and love we got from the Command & Conquer remaster a few years back - faithful to the original while bringing something new to the table. Can't wait to relive and replay these games, and like you, experience the expansions as well. I've remember that I never managed to get TR1 Gold to work with 3D acceleration, so that's really something I'm looking forward to.
Hope you enjoy as much as I am!
I was crying at the end, because i felt how you feel.
Same as you as a kid Lara was my best friend, helped me feel better and more confident (im gay)my life was a little rough but playing these games make me feel more powerful and strong.
Im so happy to hug my old friend Lara again.
And fingers crossed to have 4 and 5 in the future
Sending hugs 🥰🙏
I approve this message, it’s so good to replay these classics on modern hardware!
The final thoughts makes me wanna cry 😢 Ty for this review
Omg, thank you for the video! Beautiful to see how exciteded you are, like we all are. I´ve taken out my "Lösungsbücher" on the weekend, they have the same smell more than 25 years ago, a little bit spooky, but what a journey into teenage days. Best regards from Hamburg
I hope you enjoy it as much as I am!
You know it’s a good day when Raidercast uploads 🖤💜
Thank you so much for this preview/review! Surprisingly, I found myself getting a little emotional as I watched the video. I'm so excited to have classic Lara back!
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I can't wait for the 14th!!! this looks amazing, and you can see that the devs crafted all of this with infinite love, giving everything a glow up but keeping the experience exactly the same!❤
This was a very enjoyable and thorough analysis, thank you!
Glad it was helpful!
@@Raidercast hope I'll see you again at TR28! Didn't get much time to talk last time 😁
Thanks for the review! Looks brilliant, can't wait!
Hope you enjoy as much as I am!
12:47 , that is how my brain remembered TR2 before you switched to the classic graphics! I can't wait for Wednesday!
I’m so so so excited for this Wednesday! 😮
I can hear how much love and passion you have for this in your voice. Thanks for uploading 💚
The TR gold games are some of my favourite TR games. It is amazing that they were included in this release!
Two more days! Can't wait! It's been more than 20 years since i last played one of these. I hope they re-do The Last Revelation, too.
You literally made me cry when you said that it's like meeting an old friend who you never thought you'd see again. This is exactly how it feels and I'm so grateful we have these beautifully and lovingly crafted remasters. This gets me beyond emotional, these games are special.
Thank you for bringing this to my attention! I just pre-ordered it through steam. So excited to revisit these games from a new perspective! ❤
There are few people better qualified to judge a remaster of TR; brilliant video and powerful statements about the future of the franchise ❤
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Omg! I’m actually crying! This is stunning!
19:20 I can't believe they brought back the TR5 Crawl sommersault, this absolutely amazing, along with mid-air roll in TR1, and also exiting crawlspaces forward.
What I considered wishful thinking & unrealistic expectations actually became a reality.
Now all we need is an unlockable cheat to enable sprinting in TR1 and TR2 :)
Also, I think I underestimated how much of a useful tool the Photo Mode will be, for navigating the environment.
Thank you so much Chris for sharing your thoughts, seeing you on that couch barely containing your excitement was a treat, and enjoy the Expansion levels at your own pace, The Lost Artifact expansion levels are the pinnacle of classic Tomb Raiders
Ya, I already know I'm going to play through once with original graphics and controls, then a 2nd time with new everything. Thanks for the vid. Looks FANTASTIC!
I’m always switching between! Especially because OG is 30fps and jarring compared to the smooth 60fps remasters!
This is a real "pinch me" moment. I'm so happy they done this and not potentially ruin the legacy of these games by doing remakes. Feels like the 90's all over again and getting to experience these gems again for he first time
They’ve been remade with such love! Very talented fans of the OG games were hired to help make these ❤️
@@Raidercast I've just seen one of the cutscenes, I feel like I'm holding back tears of joy
I've been waiting for this gem since I first heard about it last year. Cannot wait to play through and see the differences they've made. Levels like the Atlantis pyramid from tr1 and the Maria Doria in tr2 come to mind. Can't wait.
I can’t wait for Wednesday!!!
I like what you said to new players:
“See why the world fell in love with Tomb Raider and Lara Croft to begin with”
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It's so obvious from the introduction how much you enjoyed this remaster, seems like younwere bursting at the seam to talk about it!
-I cannot wait to play through with modern controls, a whole extra level of control is really interesting
-Hopefully outfit selection will come in a patch, especially if they're already available in photo mode.
-that swan dive glitch is used all over speedruns but i dont know if ive seen that one before 😂
-It all looks so amazing, they've really nailed it!
I am so hyped for this! Great video as always!
Hope you enjoy it!
I'd love an outfit selection. It was great in Anniversary and Legends. Heck Legends had a ton of outfits.
I grew up with these games, first played TR1 on a Sega Saturn in Woolworths, if that doesn't age me I dont know what does! I'm so happy they are as good as they are, a dream come true.
Used to buy mine in Woolworths too!
Love how sentimental you got because this is exactly how I feel but only difference is that I NEVER played these classics. I just couldn’t with the tank controls. Tried many times & gave up. Now with modern controls I am halfway TR1 & as happy as a little kid on Xmas morning. I have beautiful months ahead of me. Thank you for the great vids.
Awesome to read! I hope the modern controls get a little extra tweaking to make the camera work better so it’s a bit better for you too!
@@Raidercast Yeah, buggy like you said in close corners. Clicking the right stick 2 times seems to help a little sometimes. Pretty sure they will try to fix this. 👍🏻
So stoked to play and relive my youth!
I love all the choice they have given to suit your play style
Absolutely breathtaking. It looks even better than i could possibly imagine. Thank you for the wonderful preview and for aiming not to spoil the remasters for us.
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I have been on TRF since I was about 18 and was there for everything from Legend to the reboot, then I just dropped off the forums and from TR for many years. I always dreamt of a remaster of these old games and I just can't believe it's happening I have sooo many emotions over it. I'm now almost 36 *cries* I can see your passion in the video, warms my heart. I think we all feel very similarly. Thanks for explaining the modern controls. I think I will stick to the old ones, I'm too used to them, but shall give the modern ones a shot.
Hope you have a blast with the games!
@@Raidercast Thank you! 😊
I can't wait to play it on my Switch and experience all of this!
Thanks for this. Loved it
I have 100%'ed every single TR game, so I am looking forward to this, I bought a PS1 with Tomb raider as my first games console and game and was instantly hooked so I have been so keen on this re release since I heard about it.
Cant wait!
This is the only Tomb Raider I-III Remastered review on CZcams that people should watch. All the others are either walkthroughs by experienced players who cannot be bothered to explain what we are seeing on screen, or are skin-deep overviews commentated by complete knobs who don't know what they are doing (not entirely unexpected from "gaming journalists," but still). This review contains a bevy of wisdom, insight, charm, constructive criticism, and wistful appreciation of classic Lara, both explaining and demonstrating why one should consider giving it a go. 10/10 mate
Whoa, thanks so much for this!
Great video! Very much looking forward to Wednesday. I'm very intrigued by the modernised controls, especially with vehicles.
The vehicles and modern controls go very well together!
Oh my goodness.. I've been playing since midnight when it was released, and I am absolutely dying and in love.❤
The nostalgia, the beauty of Lara, and the memories come flooding back to when I was sitting in my attic as a kid surrounded by pop group posters. (mainly Spice girls😂) playing Tomb Raider. She looks exactly how I would imagine her to look in the original in every.❤
Now that I see the remasters, I really want them to continue this trend. I want The Angel of Darkness so bad 🥺
Bring on 4/5/6!
Angel of darkness needs alot of work 🤣. But yes a more modern (actually playable) version would be great. I've got a feeling this remaster is going to do rather well, hopefully prompting them to remaster the next bunch.
I ll buy it tomorrow. I hope they do Tomb Raider IV as well one day. It my fav
Fingers crossed!
I played the original TR when I was 12. I rented it from Blockbuster. Been a fan ever since. I am so glad to see Lara is back.
I'm humbly requesting videos of Alfredo playing through the expansion packs, now that they are available through the remaster. PS: if you make vids of this, be aware that TR2's expansion pack has a bonus level that is only playable if you collect all the treasures, so might want to make a save file that's made either just before the end, or just at the beginning of the level in advance.
I found out about this remaster a month before it drops! I was actually searching randomly for any news about a possible remastering of one two or three (for PlayStation) and there it was. Amazing timing. I was so surprised because I didn't expect much during that search and I found exactly what I needed to find.
Thank you for this!! I'm so excited to play, 1 more day 🥰. This was almost emotional. I feel the same way, that she's an old friend and I'm eager to catch up! 😎
I hope you enjoy catching up with her 👏
Looks amazing 🤩 can’t wait to dive in! New series idea.. husband speed runs remasters 😂 jokes, would love to hear his opinions too!
Aww Chris such a warm video! The last comment about playing TR in the morning as a kid just hit so close to home 😊 and TR 3 is looking absolutely stunning indeed. That was my first tomb raider game and I’m looking forward to seeing “the old friend with a new face” 😊
I'm in awe of what you've shown, and I love that there are things you've chosen not to show/reveal. I'm so happy, and I can't wait to dive into the game in less than 2 days. Well done, Chris!
So excited for you to play it!
The cutscenes 🥰🥰
17:47 I wish they made her braid more of a 3D model where it physically interacts with her backpack and body realistically. It looks like it has so kind of Ai functions with it, where it stretches out and in at times. But who cares, the game is still beautifully done!! 😊
Hopefully we get four or five and angel of darkness in a collection
I'm so excited to revisit Classic TR and finally get to play the DLCs that I never got to experience in the originals! The glow up looks amazing! I think I'll stick to Tank controls though 🤣 These games gave me so much joy when they were originally released, I played the beta of the original with my cousin and we would take it in turns to play each level, while the other back seat tomb raided 😂 and it was so much fun. I literally haven't played any of the classics since they launched back in the 90s so it's going to take some getting used to but I am here for the nostalgia!
this being better and more exciting that anything tomb raider has seen in a decade
Crystal Dynamics really went all the way with publicity here! all TR review channels gave us the 1st level of each installment... these are the chosen ones that got an early peak
I have an outrageous opinion...TR2 is one of the greatest games of all time...and classic tank controls are genius!