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Tomb Raider V: Chronicles (2000)

PC (Microsoft Windows) • 2012

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Quick resume

Lara Croft is missing in Egypt - presumed dead. Those closest to her gather together at the Croft Estate on a grey, rainy day for a memorial service in her honour. Afterwards, the friends sit quietly together in the study of the Croft Mansion and reminisce about Lara's past exploits; exploits that have until now remained a secret..

Global score

73/100

Genres

Action, Adventure

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    Pros

    • Nostalgic classic tomb raider gameplay
    • Varied level settings and atmospheres
    • Challenging puzzles and platforming
    • Introduction of stealth and new moves
    • Level editor included on second cd

    Cons

    • Short game length
    • Bugs and glitches especially in final levels
    • Outdated graphics and controls
    • Fragmented episodic story lacking cohesion
    • No multiplayer or social features

    Motivations

    • Autonomy

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      3

      "Players have control over Lara's movements, exploration, puzzle solving, and combat with some freedom in approach, despite some linear level design."

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      "Players control Lara Croft through various levels with freedom to explore and solve puzzles, though within linear level design."

    • Competence

      Game with the same Competence vibe

      3

      "The game offers a variety of puzzles and platforming challenges that require skill and problem solving, though some puzzles are easy or repetitive."

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      "The game offers challenging puzzles and platforming requiring skill and problem solving, though some parts are easier than previous titles."

    • Competition

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      -5

      "Single-player experience focused on personal progression without any competitive elements."

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      "Single-player experience focused on personal progression without competitive elements or player comparison."

    • Continuation

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      2

      "Players report replay value and nostalgia; some frustration with bugs but overall attachment to game."

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      "Fans show nostalgia and replay value, but the game is relatively short and some players report frustration with bugs."

    • Cooperation

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      -5

      "Entirely single-player with no cooperative or multiplayer features."

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    • Creativity

      Game with the same Creativity vibe

      2

      "Includes secrets, multiple endings, and some player-driven exploration, though gameplay follows set levels and mechanics."

      Capsule for Jerma's Big Adventure Jerma's Big Adventure

      "Includes new gameplay mechanics like tightrope walking and stealth, plus level editor on second CD, but mostly follows established Tomb Raider formula."

    • Domination

      Game with the same Domination vibe

      -5

      "No evidence of dominance or power over others; gameplay is solo and narrative-driven."

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      "No evidence of dominance or power over others; gameplay is solo and narrative-driven."

    • Escapism

      Game with the same Escapism vibe

      4

      "Players use the game to immerse themselves in a suspenseful, mysterious world, escaping real life through exploration and stealth."

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      "Players use the game to immerse in adventurous and suspenseful settings, escaping real life through exploration and puzzles."

    • Expectation

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      -3

      "Players engage out of personal desire and nostalgia rather than obligation"

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      "Players engage out of personal desire and nostalgia, though some mention obligation to complete the series."

    • Experimenting

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      1

      "Some experimentation with weapons, slow-motion mechanics, and environmental cover, but mostly follows established gameplay routines."

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      "Some experimentation with new moves and stealth mechanics, but largely follows familiar gameplay routines."

    • Exploration

      Game with the same Exploration vibe

      3

      "Players discover secrets, hidden items, and varied environments across many levels."

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      "Emphasis on exploring varied environments and uncovering secrets across multiple distinct levels."

    • Expression

      Game with the same Expression vibe

      1

      "Some character customization via outfits (e.g. winter parka) but limited overall expression options."

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      "Some character customization with different Lara outfits per episode, but limited overall expression."

    • Fantasy

      Game with the same Fantasy vibe

      3

      "Story includes supernatural elements and imaginative fiction beyond realistic scenarios."

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      "Features imaginative fiction with supernatural elements, ancient myths, and adventurous scenarios."

    • Fellowship

      Game with the same Fellowship vibe

      -5

      "No social or community features; strictly single-player experience."

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    • Growth

      Game with the same Growth vibe

      2

      "Players develop skills in platforming and puzzle solving, though learning curve is moderate and gameplay is straightforward."

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    • Health

      Game with the same Health vibe

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      "Sedentary gameplay with no physical activity or health-related features."

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    • Idle

      Game with the same Idle vibe

      -3

      "Requires focused attention and continuous engagement to solve puzzles and platform challenges."

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      "Requires focused attention and continuous engagement due to puzzles and platforming challenges."

    • Intimacy

      Game with the same Intimacy vibe

      -5

      "No close social interactions or relationship building; solo gameplay only."

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      "No close social interactions or relationship building; solo gameplay."

    • Leadership

      Game with the same Leadership vibe

      -5

      "No leadership or group management roles present."

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    • Progression

      Game with the same Progression vibe

      2

      "Players collect weapons and ammo during levels, but inventory resets between chapters limiting long-term progression."

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      "Players collect items and secrets within levels, but inventory resets between episodes limiting long-term accumulation."

    • Relaxation

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      1

      "Some moments of flow and satisfaction, but also frustration from difficulty spikes."

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    • Sensation

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      2

      "Atmospheric visuals and music provide sensory engagement, though graphics are dated."

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    • Status

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      -5

      "No social recognition or status systems."

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    • Story

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      2

      "Narrative is simple and light but present, providing some immersion and plot progression."

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      "Narrative told through episodic flashbacks with some immersion, but lacks a cohesive overarching plot."

    • Strategy

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      2

      "Requires some problem solving and planning to progress through puzzles and avoid threats."

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    • Thrill

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      2

      "Includes suspenseful stealth and timed events, but overall a contemplative experience."

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      "Includes suspenseful and tense moments, especially in stealth and survival sections."

    • Value

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      2

      "Good value especially on sale; extensive content and replayability for fans justify the investment."

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    • Violence

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      2

      "Combat and enemy encounters involve violence, but also include nonviolent puzzle and exploration elements."

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    • Survival

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      "Some avoidance of enemies and survival elements, but not a core focus."

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    Analysis

    A very typical example of its motivational profile. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Expression, Fellowship, Cooperation, Competition. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Expression, Exploration. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Intimacy.

    How to use the graph
    Similar games map

    Each dot is a game. They are arranged from the same motivation profile as in the “Motivations” section below. Closer dots usually mean more similar reasons to play (exploration, competition, relaxation, etc.)—not that one game is “better” than another.

    • Larger dot with a light outline: the game you are viewing.
    • Colour: groups of games with comparable motivation patterns (statistical clusters).
    • Hover a dot to see the game name; click to open its page.
    • Scroll or double-click the chart to zoom out and see more games.

    Why don’t the axes read like a score? This view uses t-SNE: it only keeps who is close to whom. The scales are not “good to bad” or hours played—they separate groups on the map. Read distance between dots, not the axis numbers.

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