Tomb Raider: Underworld gameplay hints
Stuck on Tomb Raider: Underworld? Need advice on tactics? Wondering how to pull off something tricky? You might just find your answer here.
Links to gameplay help for Tomb Raider: Underworld
How do I perform Lara's special moves?
Although Lara will need almost all her acrobatic abilities to complete her adventure, some are just for fun.
Please note that the controls will very depending depending on whether you are using a gamepad or a keyboard. All the controls for the input method you are using can be found in-game under:
Main Menu → Game Options → Conrol Configuration → Button Configuration
Swan Dive
- To perform an elegant swan dive into water, press the Jump button, then press the Crouch button immediately afterwards.
- If this move is executed on dry land, you will begin the dive as normal, but perform a finishing roll when you land.
Handstand
- When hanging from the edge of a platform, hold the Jump button to climb up onto it with a graceful handstand.
Roll and Somersault
- Press the Crouch button once while running to perform a forward roll.
- Tap the Crouch button repeatedly while running to perform a sequence of somersaults, cartwheels and flips.