Tomb Raider: Underworld is designed specifically to take advantage of the latest technical possibilities and represents a revolutionary development within the 'exploratory' game experiences. In the role of the fearless adventurer Lara Croft, you are sent to discover exotic locations all over the globe, all designed down to the last detail. In this way, you get a breathtakingly exciting experience with high-resolution graphics that create a believable, digital world and contain a completely new standard of challenges and choices. For generations, stories have been told about the thunder god Thor and not least about his legendary hammer. Legend has it that whoever holds the hammer will have the ability to pulverize mountains and turn them into valleys and the strength to take down even the greatest gods. For more than 1000 years, however, the hammer has been nothing more than a myth...that is, until now. In an Old Norse ruin at the bottom of the Mediterranean, Lara Croft finds the final proof of the existence of the underworld of Norse mythology and the fabled hammer. As she tries to uncover the secrets behind the myths, the perilous journey leads her into the arms of forgotten forces that, if unleashed, could destroy all civilization. Control your surroundings: Reach new athletic heights with the largest array of acrobatic skills yet and use objects in the environment to find new areas to explore. Explore Unknown Worlds: Uncover ancient mysteries of the underworld off the coast of Thailand, the frozen islands of the Arctic Ocean, the jungles of Mexico and many other places. Treacherous and unpredictable challenges: Each level is a varied, multi-part puzzle filled with interactive gameplay options that give you the freedom to decide how you want to tackle the challenges. New High-Tech Gear: Take advantage of the latest technology to help Lara find her way through the interactive world including: Multi-function hook: A claw-like tool with a durable cable, designed for both climbing, abseiling, running on wicks and moving objects in the environment. All-terrain motorcycle: Built to handle all types of terrain from the jungles of Mexico to the icy arctic glaciers. Multi-Tool *(Wii Exclusive): Unearth hidden treasures with this modernized and enhanced toolkit that includes: Air Compressor: A powerful tool used to remove soil and mud. Acetylene Torch: An advanced, multi-purpose torch used to weld metal objects, light fires and melt ice. Chisel: Open objects or clear deposits out of the way to reveal hidden secrets.
