The Raider of Tombs or the Charismatic Adventurer
It’s odd having two adventures centered on treasure and discovery being so different. One with a focus on character expansion through upgrades and skill trees, and another that just brings you along for the ride. That fact makes it hard to choose which one is more worth your time.
Obviously, if you’re considering them, then you’re into the sense of adventure that only treasure hunting can bring. Either game will scratch that itch if that’s all you’re looking for. However, each game offers a varying degree of depth.
Rise of the Tomb Raider includes a few light RPG elements to help players mold Lara into the perfect raider of tombs. The story is centered on her growth as an explorer as she finds herself capable of new things. The world is also contained in a way that allows players to revisit areas, whether for hidden tombs or some other reason.
Uncharted 4, on the other hand, is very much a guided journey. Instead of focusing on what upgrade you should obtain, you can sit back and enjoy the ride as you hop from country to country, uncovering secrets and chasing an elusive treasure. Nate is already established, and even though he has some heavy choices ahead of him, fans know exactly what to expect when stepping into his shoes.
In a way, both adventures perfectly compliment one another. Offering the exotic life of a treasure hunter through two distinct looking glasses. They sit at different ends of the genre to allow anyone interested a means to enjoy what lies beyond. Whether you want something that gives you control of every aspect of the experience, or something that guides you through a grand story, you have stellar options with Rise of the Tomb Raider and Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End.
