Tomb Raider Underworld

For Generations, Stories have been told of the fearsome weapon of The Norse God Thor. Legend hold's that he who wields the Hammer has the power to smash mountain's into valley's and the strength to destroy even the God's for more than a thousand year's it has existed only as myth .... until now.

In an ancient ruin on the floor of the Mediterranean Sea, Lara Croft uncover's proof of the Norse Underworld and the mythical Hammer. As she attempt's to unravel the secret's behind these myth's Lara's perilous journey lead's her toward a forgotten power that, if unleashed, could lay waste to all civilization.

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In Underworld the in game mechanic's developed by Crystal Dynamics focuses on environment's that "react and remembers". Lara leaves footprints in mud,which get washed away by rain. When she gets dirty from rolling or kneeling there will be visible mud marks that will also wash or disappear over time and also any bodies she of enemies she kills will stay where they were killed.

PC, Xbox360, PS3, PS2 and Wii FEATURES

* Master your surroundings: Reach new heights with the broadest range of acrobatic abilities and utilize objects within the environment to uncover new paths to explore.

* Explore epic and unknown worlds: Discover ancient mysteries of the underworld hidden within the coast of Thailand, frozen islands of the Arctic Sea, the jungles of Mexico, and more.

* Treacherous and unpredictable challenges: Each level is an elaborate multi-stage puzzle masked within an interactive environmental playground offering more flexibility over how the area is solved.

* New range of combat options: Choose to pacify or kill, target multiple enemies at once with the new dual-target system, and shoot with one hand while suspended with the other.

* New state-of-the-art gear: Utilize the latest technology in Lara's upgraded inventory to navigate the world including:

- Active Sonar map: A revolutionary new tool that emits an active sonar ping to create a 3D image of Lara's surroundings, perfect for uncovering hidden items and locations.

- Multi-purpose grapple: A claw-like device with a high-tension cable designed for climbing, rappelling, performing wall runs and manipulating objects within the environment.

- All-terrain hybrid motorbike: A unique vehicle design built to drive on everything from mud to snow and ice.

EXCLUSIVE Wii FEATURES

* Built specifically for the Wii: Level design and environmental challenges are designed to take advantage of the unique capabilities of the Wii Remote and Nunchuk.

* Exclusive Multi-Tool: Excavate hidden secrets with this modernized and expanded tool kit that includes: - Compressed Air Gun: A high-powered instrument used to clear away dirt or silt.
- Acetylene Torch: An advanced, multipurpose torch used to weld metal objects, set fire to objects, and melt ice.
- Chisel: Pry apart objects or chip away sediment in order to discover hidden secrets.
- Pliers: Extract elements from ancient devices.

* Exclusive Active Aim Combat System: The combat system has been enhanced for more fluid character control and more precise aiming with the Wii Remote and Nunchuk.

* Expanded Camera Control: Take more control of the camera using the Wii Remote. If the Wii Remote is not pointed at the screen, the camera will follow Lara automatically. If it is pointed at the screen, the game will enter a "free look" mode.

EXCLUSIVE DS FEATURES

* Developed from the ground up specifically for the DS

* Master your surroundings: Conquer the world utilizing fluid acrobatic abilities along with the grapple and an arsenal of weapons.

* Treacherous and unpredictable challenges: Each level is an elaborate multi-stage puzzle filled with environmental traps to overcome.

* Explore unknown worlds: Discover ancient mysteries of the underworld hidden within the coast of Thailand, frozen islands of the Arctic Sea, the jungles of Mexico, and more.

* Unlock hidden secrets: Collect relics and solve challenges to unlock chests to unlock bonus content. The chests can be stored in the inventory and solved at any point.

* Touch Screen Challenges: Use the touch screen to solve environmental puzzles, unlock chests, access the inventory, and change weapons.

* Supports the Rumble Pak

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On the 12th Aug 2008, Eidos Interactive introduced the new face of Lara Croft, the stunning Alison Carroll.
Alison Carroll, is a seasoned Gymnast who has competed in event's around the Globe for 12 year's and will be promoting the game franchise, which will be out November 2008.

Allison quote's

"This is a fantastic opportunity and I am really looking forward to embracing Lara's world"

"I still can't believe they chose me to take on the role of Lara - and I can't wait to get stuck in. This is my dream job. I have always wanted to be an action hero and hope to be able to use my gymnastic ability to perform all of Lara's stunts."

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