Lara Croft and the Guardian of Light

Mechanics

Lara Croft and the Guardian of Light for PC, X360 and etc. is played from an isometric view. The game does not allow the player to change the camera angle. Lara and Totec differ both in skills and weaponry. While Miss Croft has two pistols at her disposal (infinite ammunition), Totec prefers spears, which can be used to overcome environmental obstacles apart from the obvious combat-related opportunities they give. For instance, a spear stuck in the wall allows Lara to reach a previously inaccessible place. Lara herself makes use of a rope with a hook attached to one of its ends when climbing. A large emphasis was placed on cooperation-oriented mechanics. More than once, Totec walks on the line held by Lara. In turn, Lara is capable of running on the surface of Totec's shield.

Lara Croft is one of the main characters here, thus exploring different catacombs is part of the game. These sections offer an escape between subsequent combat sequences, as well as enrich the experience with puzzle solving, which is one of the core elements of the franchise. When trying to avoid different traps, the companion's help is extremely useful. The game offers a multiplayer mode online or via local area network. Nonetheless, playing solo is also an option.

Technical aspects

Although Lara Croft and the Guardian of Light for PC, X360 and etc. is an old-school game in of mechanics, it offers modern-day visuals which keep pace with contemporary standards.