Tomb Raider: Legends is a game that delivers what could be a promise of renewing a dying franchise.
Gameplay: 8/10
The gameplay is considered to be one of the most critical of the game. Lara returns with a new story as always and has gadgets to raid any ancient tomb/site. However trouble is not far behind and it is up to you and Laura to figure out this huge endeavour. The controls are responsive and almost easy to use, you have prince of persia styled acrobatics and manuvers, and you have your trusty dual pistols at your disposal. The lock on and firing combat system can be quite a pain to learn and master, but it is fun to watch evil mercs die. As much as it was fun to go through the story, the game is sadly a bit too short.
Graphics: 9/10
Enough said. Most people here play the game to view...well...laura herself. For those of you who are graphically inclined, the environments and pretty views of the scenery make this game awe inspiring.
Sound: 8/10
The ambience of the water, the sounds of the guns, the hollow noises of traps and obstacles bring back memories of the original Tomb Raider. Your trusty crew is on the little cell walkie talky thing contacting you with useless/useful information, and also the individuality of the enemies commands and statements. One prob: you will hear this over and over (if you keep playing again and again for the sake of it), and when Laura talks (and if you move the camera to see if she is talking) her lips aren't moving...that is a classic N64 irony.
Value: 8.6/10
For all those Tomb Raider fans: here is the game you technically wanted to see and play since the first game. For everyone else: rent it for it's short life span, or buy it for personal reasons.