During a period that might be dubbed Lara Croft's "dark ages," when the iconic series took a brief hiatus, an innovative revival emerged in the form of the twin-stick shooter, Lara Croft and the Guardian of Light. Originally released in 2010, fans can now immerse themselves in nostalgia by playing this revamped version on their iOS and Android devices.
In Lara Croft: Guardian of Light, players join the legendary tomb raider as she teams up with the immortal Mayan warrior Totec to thwart the release of an ancient evil. This cooperative adventure, brought to mobile by Feral Interactive, supports both local and online multiplayer, ensuring you can enjoy the action with friends.
While the game leans heavily into action-packed gameplay, it doesn't skimp on the puzzles that Lara Croft is known for. Expect a mix of classic parkour challenges and more intricate, brain-teasing traps. Between bouts of shooting, you'll have the chance to navigate through diverse environments, from toxic swamps to endless tombs and volcanic caverns, offering a rich variety of experiences beyond just the action.
Feral Interactive, renowned for their stellar mobile ports, including the highly praised Alien: Isolation, has set the bar high for mobile adaptations. Even their somewhat controversial remaster of Total War: Rome managed to retain solid mechanics, demonstrating their commitment to quality despite the challenges of pleasing fans of a classic.
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