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Master Lara Croft's movement capabilities in Tomb Raider III. Learn precise distances for jumps, steps, rolls, and slides to conquer any obstacle.

Understanding Lara's movement is crucial for navigating the game's environments. The game world is constructed from square segments, which dictate the distances Lara can traverse with various actions. Familiarize yourself with these distances to execute jumps and reach new areas effectively.

Movement Distances:

• Standing jump: 2 squares (3 with a grab)
• Backwards jump: 2 squares
• Sideways jump: 2 squares
• Roll: Slightly less than 1 square
• Single step forward: Slightly less than 1/3 of a square
• Single step backwards: Exactly 1/3 of a square
• Backwards hop: Slightly less than 1 square
• Running Jump: 3 squares (4 with a grab)

Jumping Mechanics:

• Adding a grab to a standing jump can extend its reach by 1 square, allowing Lara to grab a ledge 3 squares away.
• A running jump with a grab can cover 4 squares, enabling Lara to reach ledges further away.
• These grab distances apply only if the destination platform is at the same height. If the destination is higher, a grab may not be possible. If lower, Lara can reach ledges beyond her normal jumping distance.
• When grabbing in mid-air, Lara will stop after falling a certain distance.
• Avoid using a running jump for ledges that are very high but close, as Lara might hit the ledge before she can grab it.

Precise Distances and Tactics:

• A running jump requires slightly less than 1 square of space. A backward hop or a roll provides this exact distance.
• Taking 3 steps backward covers exactly 1 square, useful for precise positioning.
• Some radically sloping platforms cause Lara to slide. Pressing jump while sliding propels Lara in the direction she is facing, allowing for rebounds off multiple slopes to reach high areas.
• If sliding backward, holding the 'Action' button will make Lara grab the platform's edge as she slides off.
• Holding 'Jump' while pulling up onto a sliding surface causes Lara to backflip away from the slope, preventing her from slipping off again.
• Note that some areas are triangular, essentially half of a square section.