During what we might tentatively call Lara Croft's dark ages, when the series took a brief hiatus, one innovative attempt to breathe new life into the franchise was the unique twin-stick shooter, Lara Croft and the Guardian of Light. Originally released in 2010, fans can now experience this nostalgic gem on their mobile devices, as it's available for both iOS and Android.
In Lara Croft: Guardian of Light, the iconic tomb raider teams up with the immortal Mayan warrior Totec to prevent the unleashing of an ancient evil. This cooperative adventure, supported by Feral Interactive, offers both local and online multiplayer modes, ensuring that players can enjoy the action together.
While the game emphasizes action, it doesn't skimp on the puzzles. Players will encounter a mix of classic parkour and more thought-provoking, trap-laden challenges that offer a break from the shooting. The game's diverse environments, ranging from toxic swamps to endless tombs and volcanic caverns, add depth to the experience, making it more than just an action-packed shooter.
Ever since their porting of the excellent Alien: Isolation, Feral Interactive has set the standard for mobile adaptations of popular games. Their work on the somewhat divisive remaster of Total War: Rome further solidified their reputation, even if it's challenging to satisfy all fans when reworking a classic.
If you're looking to mix up your gaming experience, why not switch from action to horror? Check out our review of Black Salt Games' eldritch fishing simulation, Dredge, to see if it's worth casting a line.
