Controversial Alteration Unveiled in Latest Tomb Raider Update

The most recent update to the Tomb Raider 1-3 Remastered trilogy discreetly implements a modification that was notably absent from the patch notes.
Controversial Alteration Unveiled in Latest Tomb Raider Update

Highlights

  • Unannounced change in Tomb Raider 1-3 Remastered sparks displeasure among fans.
  • Lara Croft posters removed quietly in the latest game update.
  • Future developments hint at more Lara Croft adventures to come.

The Tomb Raider 1-3 Remastered collection has made an alteration to the game that wasn't disclosed in the recent update's patch notes, causing a stir among fans who feel let down by unfulfilled promises. The compilation, launched earlier this year, resurrects the legendary original trilogy of Lara Croft's escapades that propelled the franchise into gaming stardom. These remakes have been lauded for their visual upgrades to the timeless adventure games and various improvements to enhance the overall gaming experience. However, a controversial change emerged quietly with the latest update.

Since the debut of Tomb Raider 1-3 Remastered in February, developer Aspyr has consistently rolled out updates for the trilogy. The games underwent their second significant update this month, bringing in multiple fixes to Tomb Raider 1-3 Remastered's achievements and fresh features to the game's Photo Mode. Additionally, the update addressed a bug in the Epic Games Store version, ensuring that Tomb Raider 1-3 Remastered now launches in fullscreen mode. Nonetheless, one change slipped under the radar and has left some Lara Croft fans feeling disgruntled.

As revealed by NintendoLife, observant fans spotted an alteration in Update 2 of Tomb Raider 1-3 Remastered that was not documented in the patch notes. This update specifically impacts Tomb Raider 3, where the pinup posters of Lara Croft have been removed from the game. Originally, these posters adorned the beginning of the fourth level in Tomb Raider 3, hanging on the wall above a row of lockers. The removal of these posters went unacknowledged by both Aspyr and the current developer of Tomb Raider, Crystal Dynamics, prior to the update's release.

Tomb Raider 1-3 Remastered Undergoes Quiet But Controversial Revision

The unexpected elimination of the Lara Croft posters from Tomb Raider 1-3 Remastered contradicts previous statements by Crystal Dynamics regarding the remasters. In the launch screens of Tomb Raider 1-3 Remastered, players are cautioned about