Her companions encompass typical archetypes that are at once recognizable and forgettable. Lara Croft is a junior member of a small crew searching for the remains of a lost kingdom that mysteriously vanished. It's not the most novel functionality, but at least it works. Both the Xbox One and PlayStation 4 versions support commands, so just saying 'map' or 'pistol' immediately does what you'd expect. Unless, that is, you love voice communication.

Have you ever wanted Lara to dress like a 1930s explorer? Now's your chance! None of these additions are all that interesting, so if you've already played through Tomb Raider on an older console, there's little incentive to jump in again. One new tomb lets you flex your puzzle-solving muscle, and a variety of outfits give you more stylistic flexibility. Single player hasn't been ignored, either. There are a host of new multiplayer maps to gun down your friends (or enemies) in, weapons pulled straight from Hitman: Absolution, and a handful of new characters to play as. Just about all of the downloadable content from the 2013 release is now located right on the disc.

The Definitive Edition of Tomb Raider is a lot like Lara Croft's excellent adventure from last year, only with enhanced visuals and extra features. Such endeavors are so fantastical that her story of emotional growth is often overshadowed by the wildly unrealistic events, but the overwhelming beauty of the island is so gripping, and the exploration so expertly designed, that you become invested in Lara Croft's incredible journey. Her life is one of bloodshed and misery, strength peppered with pain, and as she overcomes every crushing setback, she learns what kind of person she truly is. Excitement defines the actions of an adventurous archeologist, no matter how reluctant you might be to bear arms, and you see this chaotic lifestyle through the eyes of perpetual survivor Lara Croft. Sure, in-depth knowledge of deceased civilizations is important, but much less so than mastery of a deadly bow or a knack for a quick recovery after a bloody fight. Examining ancient relics is just one small aspect of an archeologist's job.

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