Lara Croft: Relic Run
Lara Croft: Relic Run | ||
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Lara Croft: Relic Run | ||
Release Date | April, 13th 2015 (Netherlands) May, 25th 2015 (Worldwide) | |
Platforms | Google Android, Apple iOs, Windows 8 Phone | |
Developer | Crystal Dynamics, Simutronics |
Lara Croft: Relic Run is an Adventure Runner game first published for Android, iOs, and Windows 8 mobile devices in the Netherlands as a test market on April 13th, 2015.[1] The game was launched on May, 25th for the rest of the world.
The game features Lara Croft in an endless-runner game similar to Temple Run. It provides "big adventure, over-the-top action, and loads of collectibles coupled with fast-paced play". It is Free To Play, meaning that it can be downloaded free of charge and only additional content has to be paid for.
Contents
Release Dates & Platforms
- Netherlands: April, 13th 2015 for Android, iOs and Windows Phones
- Worldwide availability: May, 25th 2015 for Android, iOs and Windows Phones
- (Official release date: May, 28th 2015)
Story
Official Story
Game Story
On her search for fellow treasure hunter Carter Bell Lara travels to a Jungle Temple lost in Cambodia where he was doing research. As she retraces his steps, she finds clues to relics hidden in the old ruins, the objects of his research which he left behind. After finding 15 of these relics, she suddenly realizes he has not been captured at all but is following evidence of strange mythical influences to some Desert Ruins of Babylonian making, which are hidden in the Sahara desert.
Locations
Characters
Levels
Note: Additional levels can be added to the game through updates. The following list is therefore not to be considered complete.
- Jungle Temple
- Desert Ruins (unlocked after finding 15 relics in Jungle Temple)
- Mountain Pass (coming soon)
Features & Gameplay
Lara will automatically run through the levels with breathtaking speed and the player has to perform swiping motions on the touch screen of the Smartphone to avoid hitting into obstacles or falling down crevices. Additionally there are sequences called Combat Sessions where Lara has to shoot at Enemies and can collect Health, Coin, and Ammo Crates. After running for a longer period of time without dying she has to face a Boss like the T-Rex. There also are sequences on vehicles like the ATV or Bike.
All the time Lara has to search for Clues. After collecting an increasing amount of those clues she will be able to locate Relics. These will ultimately lead to the whereabouts of Carter Bell.
The game also features some kind of Social Gaming: After connecting the game to Facebook friends can compare their scores and send each other Curses.
Features as Listed on the Stores
- Key features:
- Make your way through multiple ancient locations - each filled with secrets and danger
- Power up Lara’s weapons and engage in frantic combat
- Use parkour moves to create death-defying last minute escapes
- Fast-paced vehicles like ATVs and motorcycles give Lara more ways to conquer the terrain
- Epic Boss Fights – including the return of the infamous T-Rex!
- Swap and upgrade equipment to give Lara the edge
- Earn bragging rights on the leaderboards
- Outsmart and sabotage your friends by Cursing their Relic Run
- Each location features unique gameplay elements and brand new challenges![2]
Gear
When on the start screen, you can call up your gear settings by clicking on the corresponding icon, a representation of Lara's backpack. [3] You can buy or upgrade gear items by spending in-game or actual money. If you go to the store, you can check the status of your gear. Red bars indicate what you own, blue bars indicate what you would get if you bought the item or its first upgrade, colourless bars indicate what you can upgrade at a later time.
General Gear
- Returns life to you upon death. Single-use.
- Buy: 5 gems
- Absorbs damage when you need it most!
- Buy: 525 coins
- 1 extra clip of ammo for your Secondary Weapon.
- Buy: 450 coins
- Shortens the duration of a stumble, giving you control back quicker.
- Buy: 75 coins
- Lara will quickly navigate herself some distance into the run.
- Buy: 525 coins
- Note: This item was introduced in Version 1.0.46 of the game.
- Health 50% when about to perish in Combat.
- Buy: 420 coins
- Absorbs and cancels any incoming curse. Consumed in the process.
- Buy: 350 coins
- Upgrade to unlock more valuable coin types.
- Upgrade to make the Coin Magnet last longer.
- Permanently doubles the amount of coins gained during runs!
- (Introduced in version 1.0.55 of the game.)
- Boost Clue Power and find Relics faster.
- 1st Upgrade: 1,085 coins
- 2nd Upgrade: 1,575 coins
- 3rd Upgrade: 2,450 coins
- 4th Upgrade: 3,325 coins
- Upgrade to get more ammo from Ammo Crates!
- 1st Upgrade: 1,400 coins
- 2nd Upgrade: 1,400 coins
- 3nd Upgrade: 1,400 coins
- 4nd Upgrade: 1,400 coins
- Upgrade to find Powerups more frequently!
- 1st Upgrade: 1,085 coins
- 2nd Upgrade: 2,275 coins
- 3rd Upgrade: 3,150 coins
- 4th Upgrade: 4,375 coins
Weapons
- Dual Pistols
- "These signature weapons have unlimited ammo and are always equipped."
- 1st Upgrade: 350 coins
- Crossbow
- "Shoots bolts from a clip. Delivers high damage, but bolts are much slower than bullets."
- Buy: 1,840 coins
- Shotgun
- "Semi-automatic and fires 10 pellets per shot. Each upgrade reduces pellet spread."
- Buy: 2,205 coins
- Dual SMGs
- "When you need to get as many bullets down range as fast as possible. Features a tap and hold shooting style."
- Buy: 2,390 coins
- Assault Rifle
- "A big weapon for big damage. Fires in 3 round bursts."
- Buy: 2,420 coins
- Grenade Launcher
- "Deals damage in an area. Radius of damage effect increases with each upgrade."
- Buy: 2,940 coins
Outfits
Lara's outfits can be upgraded with effects.
- "Lara's standard adventuring gear."
- 1st Upgrade (+1 Base Score Multiplier): 1,050 coins
- "A lightweight suit tailored for covert operations."
- Buy (+2 Base Score Multiplier, -15% Enemy Accuracy): 150 gems
- "Adventure outfit for archaeologist on the go!"
- "The ultimate outfit for handling vehicles in style."
Enemies
Cambodia (Jungle Temple):
Sahara (Desert Ruins):
- aka Stone Warriors before v 1.5.68
Tibet (Mountain Pass):
Traps
Relics
- Main article: Relics (Relic Run)
The following relics can be found throughout the game. Lara has to collect clues while running through the different levels. When she has enough clues she will be able to find a relic.
Relics in Jungle Temple Level
The following relics can be found in Jungle Temple:
- Jade Scepter of Tjak, Kinari Rain Drum, Meed Yantra Knife, Naga's Eye, Nok Thet Mask, Pelesit Urn, Tyrannosaurus Rex Skull, Bajang Charm, Bronze Astrolabe, Carved Skull, Devatas Flask, Dragon's Tooth, Gilded Chinthe, Golden Trident, Hantu Protection Bell, Rahu's Peal, Ritual Conch, Silver Monkey Paw, Silver Necklace, and Sun Queen Crown
Relics in Desert Ruins Level
The following relics can be found in the Desert Ruins:
- Basmu Icon, Bull's Head Rhyton, Amulet of Zarpanit, Cylinder Seal of Isimud, Dagger of Tishpak, Gnostic Dial, Helm of Srvara, Daeva Scimitar, Pairika Crown, Lamassu Guardian, Lapis Gorget, Gold Emblem of Utu, Oil Lamp of Maliqa, War Mask of Azal, Utukka Plaque, Rabisu Scroll, Simurgh Shield, Ur-Uta Kingshead, Urvan Vessel, and Bust of Rakush
Relics in Mountain Pass Level
The Mountain Pass level has not yet been released. A list of relics will follow as soon as possible.
Achievements
- Main article: Lara Croft: Relic Run Achievements
The game features a variety of Achievements. These are split into global Achievements, which can be gained in any level, and level specific Achievements, that can only be gained in a specific level.
System Requirements
- Android:
- Samsung Galaxy S4 or similar/better[4]
- Android Version 2.3 or higher
- 87 MB storage space (for the game engine and the Jungle Temple level, downloading additional levels requires more space)
- In-app purchases[5]
Tip: If your device seems to be too old and you get a lot of lagging (like Samsung Galaxy S3) turn off the "Record With Everyplay" option in the games settings. This seems to help with certain crashes/freezes, too. The record functionality had been removed in a previous version of the game and re-introduced in 1.0.39.
- iOs:
- Windows 8 Phone
- Windows Phone 8 or 8.1[8]
- 67 MB storage space
Links
- Official Tumblr Blog
- A short release review at ArcheologyOfTombRaider,com
- Official Screenshots in our forum galleries
References
- ↑ http://tombraider.tumblr.com/post/116303044685/coming-soon-lara-croft-relic-run-hello
- ↑ https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.squareenix.relicrun&hl=en
- ↑ Android version of the game
- ↑ Crystal Dynamics Fan Site Newsletter April 27th 2015
- ↑ https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.squareenix.relicrun&hl=en
- ↑ Crystal Dynamics Fan Site Newsletter April 27th 2015
- ↑ https://itunes.apple.com/nl/app/lara-croft-relic-run/id960251959?mt=8
- ↑ http://www.windowsphone.com/s?appid=4bfa010c-2e5f-4da8-86fa-03de83fb1ba3