PlayStation Plus Premium has been offering a catalog of retro games from old PlayStation consoles for several years. This service allows subscribers to discover or rediscover notable titles released on PS1, PS2, PS3 or even PSP.
These classic games often benefit from technical improvements that allow them to be adapted to modern consoles. Certain titles benefit, for example, from reworked visual rendering, better resolution or even additional features. Recently, one PS2 game in particular caught the attention of gamers after it arrived in the PlayStation Plus Premium catalog.
A PlayStation 2 classic returns to PS5
The game in question is Tomb Raider: Anniversary. Initially released in 2007, this title developed by Crystal Dynamics and published by Eidos Interactive belongs to the famous Tomb Raider series. This is the eighth episode of the franchise, but also a modern reinterpretation of the very first Tomb Raider released in 1996. In this game, players once again embody Lara Croft in an adventure combining exploration, puzzles and action sequences.
Players welcome the version available on PS5
Since its arrival in the PlayStation Plus Premium catalog, Tomb Raider: Anniversary has received many positive comments from subscribers. On various forums and social networks, several players explain that the game remains particularly pleasant to discover on modern consoles. This game is magnificent on PS5, we can read in one of the most popular comments.
Another player points out that the Tomb Raider trilogy released in the 2000s remains sometimes underestimated despite the quality of its games. The middle Tomb Raider trilogy is underrated, he claims. These reactions show that certain classics continue to appeal to players even several years after their release.
An improved version for modern consoles
The version offered in the PlayStation Plus Premium catalog is not limited to a simple port of the original game. This edition includes several improvements that were not present in the version released in 2007. Players can notably benefit from a list of trophies, improved graphics rendering as well as visual filters allowing them to adapt the display. Some modern features have also been added, such as the ability to rewind certain sequences to correct a mistake or avoid restarting a difficult passage.
A retro catalog that continues to grow
The PlayStation Plus Premium catalog continues to evolve regularly with the addition of new classic games. These titles allow players to revisit certain important periods in video game history. Although Tomb Raider: Anniversary is accessible through the Premium Membership, it can also be purchased separately from the PlayStation Store for players who prefer to own the game without relying on a subscription. With the regular arrival of games from older PlayStation generations, Sony’s retro catalog continues to grow and bring several iconic titles back into the spotlight.