Theoclymenus: I am wondering how faithful Tomb Raider Anniversary is as a modern "remake" of Tomb Raider ? What I really want is to replay Tomb Raider as I played it the first time on the PS1. The PC version isn't as good as the PS1 version in my view, call me a heretic if you will. I'm not even particularly bothered about superior graphics, all I want is to revisit the original PS1 Tomb Raider experience, which means :

1. In-game music. Does Anniversary contain the PS1 music ? I suspect it doesn't. I've read the sticky on how to incorporate the music into the GOG version but it means about as much sense to me as someone blowing a huge raspberry into my ear.

2. Save crystals. This might be an oddball view but I preferred the save crystals as they made the game more challenging and introduced more tension (can I reach the next save crystal this time without dying ?) Does Anniversary have these ?

3. User-friendly controls. Is it easy to use a PlayStation-style controller with Anniversary ?

In short, if I want to re-experience playing the PS1 version of Tomb Raider am I better of with TR1 or Anniversary ? Or should I just buy an old PS1 ?

tinyE: The levels and objectives are technically the same, but THAT'S IT. After that they are totally different games. I adore them both but the graphics are eons different, the TRA controls employ a mouse/keyboard system and use a "dodge shoot" mechanic for most boss battles. As for music I never have it on and as for save crystals I've only ever played the PC version so I'm no help there. I will say there is a slight difference on the PC save game; TR1 was save anywhere whereas TRA has checkpoints.

Rachel1993: You can emulate ps1 games on your PC. PS1 emulators are pretty much perfect or near it... and you can use a PS1 controller plugged into your PC. Obv has to be usb adapted.

Theoclymenus: Cheers for the helpful info. I may give Anniversary a miss then, though it sounds good in its own right but I'm really looking to re-experience TR1 on the PS1 really. Maybe it's just starry-eyed nostalgia for the PS1 version on my part but I liked everything about it. If you haven't already heard the in-game music (the soundtrack) it's on YouTube : really magical stuff in my opinion. I have the GOG version working and it's "acceptable" but that's not enough for me because I'm spoilt !

tinyE: There is a very nice PC demo for TRA if you are curious (google it). It might take a little while to download but shit, it's free! and it gives you a nice taste of the game. Worst case scenario it doesn't scratch your TR1 itch but it may peak your interest for a new experience all together.