Tomb Raider, Hitman, Deus Ex: Eidos published some of the greatest adventures and stealth games. RomWize re-ranks the publisher's best games by its re-evaluated scores, each with its current score, its versions, their rarity and their collector value.
"Excellent Free Radical humorous FPS, better than the first. Levels set in different eras, fast-paced gameplay, memorable multiplayer. The TimeSplitters series at its best. Foundationally similar to GoldenEye in approach. An unjustly overlooked classic."
"The original Tomb Raider revolutionized 3D adventure games with the iconic and athletic archaeologist Lara Croft. Exploration of ancient temples, ingenious puzzles and oppressive atmosphere. A foundational 3D action-adventure and PS1 title whose cultural impact remains immense."
"A sumptuous, dark and entrancing 3D adventure. Switching between physical and spirit worlds is brilliant, the writing is mature and puzzles inspired. An unfairly forgotten masterpiece."
"Tomb Raider 2 considerably improves on its predecessor with more varied environments, new armed human enemies and increased detail. Lara Croft explores China, Venice and an underwater base. A franchise peak that surpasses the first entry in scope and quality."
"Fourth Hitman entry and franchise peak on PS2. Open sandbox levels, reactive AI and disguise system reach their peak. Creative approach possibilities and replayability are exemplary. A masterpiece of stealth gaming, still a benchmark today."
"Warzone 2100 is a Pumpkin Studios PS1 real-time strategy game set in a post-apocalyptic world. Base building, technology research and commanding customizable combat vehicles. Impressive strategic depth. One of PS1's most complete and ambitious RTS games, often underrated."
"Tomb Raider 2 considerably improves on its predecessor with more varied environments, new armed human enemies and increased detail. Lara Croft explores China, Venice and an underwater base. A franchise peak that surpasses the first entry in scope and quality."
"Crystal Dynamics Tomb Raider reboot rehabilitating Lara Croft. Fluid exploration and action gameplay, more agile and modern Lara. The best franchise entry since the first episodes. An enthusiastic comeback after difficult years."
"The first TimeSplitters launches the Free Radical formula with style. Arcade FPS, time-hopping campaigns and superb local multi. Short but full of zest, ideal with friends."
"Second Hitman featuring the franchise-defining Silent Assassin rating system. Varied missions around the world, Agent 47 at his best. The progression toward total discretion is addictive. A classic of the stealth genre on Xbox."
"Third Thief by Ion Storm, console port of the classic PC stealth game. Garrett steals and spies in a dark Victorian city. Excellent shadow mechanic. The orphanage library remains terrifying. A stealth classic for Xbox."
"Direct Soul Reaver sequel with even more elaborate storytelling and franchise mystery resolution. Raziel travels through time to untangle the threads of prophecy. Exceptional writing, cinematic-quality voice acting and gothic universe make it a must for fans."
"Hitman Contracts in a dark and stylized episodic structure. Missions including revisits from Hitman 1. Successful dark rainy atmosphere. Less innovative than Blood Money but solid for franchise fans. A respectable transitional episode."
"Conclusion to the Legacy of Kain saga blending the Soul Reaver and Blood Omen universes. The two protagonists Kain and Raziel alternately playable in a complex narrative are captivating. Gothic atmosphere and the depth of the vampire universe make this a major narrative experience on PS2."
"A French Tomb Raider IV Last Revelation release faithful to the Egyptian episode cult. Puzzles stay tricky, the adventure dense and controls classic. For diehard fans."
"PS2 adaptation of the cult PC RPG blending FPS and stealth. The immersive approach, multiple playstyles and transhumanist cyberpunk sci-fi story remain fascinating. Console transition sacrifices some original depth but the title's essence is preserved."
"The first LEGO Star Wars that launched the video game franchise. Prequel trilogy scenes humorously recreated in LEGO bricks, accessible split-screen co-op and the deliberately mocking tone of the saga created a unique formula. A family classic that paved the way for the entire franchise."
"Remastered PS2 version of Deus Ex including improved content and an interface optimised for console. More accessible than the original while preserving the narrative richness and gameplay freedom that defined the title. The recommended console version."
"Tomb Raider III offers an open game structure allowing players to choose the order of four world zones. Lara Croft in India, Nevada, Polynesia and London. Higher difficulty than predecessors. A rich and ambitious entry, arguably the most demanding of the original trilogy on PS1."
"Tomb Raider III offers an open game structure allowing players to choose the order of four world zones. Lara Croft in India, Nevada, Polynesia and London. Higher difficulty than predecessors. A rich and ambitious entry, arguably the most demanding of the original trilogy on PS1."
