Two incredible game remasters landed in our gaming libraries this month – Tomb Raider I-III and Star Wars: Dark Forces.
We’re here with all the details about these remasters to ensure you’ve got everything you need to enjoy playing these classics for the ultimate nostalgia fest. This includes gameplay, the official PC spec, and our top selection of PCs and laptops that we think are perfect for playing these remastered games.
Tomb Raider I-III Remastered – February 14th
The original three Tomb Raider games have undergone a cheeky remaster! Included in the Tomb Raider I-III Remastered collection are all three classic games, expansions, and even secret levels. Play as iconic archaeologist and explorer, Lara Croft, as you set off on three whirlwind adventures across the world. As you unravel mysteries, uncover lost artefacts, and solve complex puzzles, there’ll also be plenty of deadly foes for you to defeat.
In the remastered collection, you can choose how you want to experience these classic games. For that all-out nostalgia feel, you can opt for the original polygon look. Alternatively, you can experience these games like never before with all-new upgraded graphics. You can seamlessly swap between them whenever you want to.
The games included in the Tomb Raider I-III Remastered include:
- Tomb Raider I and Unfinished Business
- Tomb Raider II and Golden Mask
- Tomb Raider III and The Lost Artifact
Official PC System Specification
| Minimum | |
|---|---|
| OS | Windows 7 or later |
| Processor | Intel i3 3240 or AMD FX 1400 |
| Memory | 4GB RAM |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GT730 or AMD R7 240 |
| DirectX | Version 12 |
| Storage | 5GB available space |
| Additional | Steam Client now requires Windows 10 or later |
Star Wars: Dark Forces Remaster – February 28th
The Star Wars: Dark Forces Remaster has been reimagined with modern-day graphics, upgraded gameplay, and support for game controllers. Upholding the same gameplay as the 1995 original, play as Kyle Kartarn, a defector of the Galactic Empire. Now a mercenary for hire, join the Rebel Alliance covert operation and infiltrate the Empire you were once a part of. You’ve been tasked with uncovering the secret Dark Trooper Project, which threatens both the future of the Empire and the galaxy itself.
Included in this remaster are all fourteen original levels, worlds, and capital ships. Also spread across the galaxy are environmental puzzles and mazes for you to solve. New features such as support for 4K resolutions and advanced 3D rendering make the galaxy around you come alive. Updated lighting and atmospheric effects add that much-needed realistic touch as you fight to defend the Rebel Alliance.
Official PC System Specification
| Minimum | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 7 | Windows 10 |
| Processor | Intel or AMD Dual Core CPU with 2.0GHz | Intel Core i5 2300 or AMD Phenom II X4 945 |
| Memory | 2GB RAM | 4GB RAM |
| Graphics | GPU with DirectX Version 11 support | GPU with DirectX Version 11 support |
| Storage | 420MB available space | 420MB available space |
| Additional | Steam Client now requires Windows 10 or later | Steam Client now requires Windows 10 or later |
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Top PCs to Play These Remasters
Even with their upgraded graphics, these game remasters don’t have any hefty PC requirements. However, that doesn’t mean you can’t treat yourself to a cheeky upgrade to your old gaming PC or laptop.
At Overclockers UK, there are plenty of high-quality PCs and laptops for you on offer. We’ve picked out our top selections, but if these don’t suit your style, you can shop the full range.
Refract Gaming Celeste Pre Built PC
Whether you are defending the galaxy or exploring a temple, the Refract Gaming Celeste comes equipped with everything you need to enjoy playing these game remasters. Harness the combination of an AMD Ryzen 7 7700X CPU and 32GB DDR5 RAM to unlock blisteringly fast performance with minimal latency. The NVIDIA RTX 4070 will render your adventures in stunning quality thanks to ray tracing and AI DLSS 3.5.
- Pre built gaming PC
- Designed for mid-range gaming and streaming
- AMD Ryzen 7 7700X and NVIDIA RTX 4070
- 32GB DDR5 RAM and 1TB M.2 SSD
- Integrated RGB lighting
OcUK Gaming Oxygen Configurable PC
Unravel ancient mysteries and deadly plots with ease armed with the OcUK Gaming Oxygen PC. The AMD Ryzen 5 7500F CPU can handle any multi-threaded task you throw its way, from gaming to content creation. Utilise the NVIDIA RTX 4060 Ti, built with Ada Lovelace architecture, to render all your favourite remasters in beautiful photo-realistic light at up to 1440p resolutions. What’s more with both a 500GB M.2 and 1TB SATA SSD, you’ll never need to worry about running out of precious storage. There’ll be plenty for your games, creative projects, and much more.
In addition to all of this, the OcUK Gaming Oxygen is a configurable PC. This means the base hardware specification is customisable allowing you to upgrade the case, memory, graphics card, and operating system, along with opting for additional storage drives.
- Configurable gaming PC
- Customisable base hardware specification
- As standard includes an AMD Ryzen 5 7500F and NVIDIA RTX 4060 Ti
- Up to 16GB DDR5 RAM
- Flexible storage options available
MSI Raider GE78 Gaming Laptop
Play these classic remasters whenever you go with the MSI Raider GE78 Gaming Laptop. The Intel 13th Gen CPU delivers ultra-fast performance and seamless multitasking. Both of which is backed up by Intel Thread Director, ensuring the best core is assigned to the job. Harness the NVIDIA RTX 4070 and powerful Max-Q technology to enhance your graphical prowess. Take advantage of cutting-edge RT and Tensor cores to unlock smooth gameplay and realistic visuals for an immersive experience.
All of this powerful hardware is kept cool and quiet thanks to the intelligent Shared-Pipe thermal solution. A high-quality heat pipe is attached to both the CPU and GPU, to effectively draw and dissipate heat away from these vital components.
- 17.0” QHD+ display
- 240Hz refresh rates
- Intel i8 13980HX CPU and NVIDIA RTX 4070
- 16GB DDR5 RAM
- Windows 11 Home
Will You Be Playing These Remasters?
Will you be playing these remasters? Let us know your thoughts in the comments.
*Prices correct at time of writing and PC specs are subject to change.
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Ruth Rowley
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Ruth has been with Overclockers UK for over a year and has gone on to write about everything ranging from in-depth hardware guides to monthly game releases.
Outside of writing blog posts, she can be found wrapped in a blanket with her black cat, engrossed in a book or playing life-simulation games such as The Sims, Stardew Valley, and Animal Crossing.
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