Tomb Raider

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  1. FearAndLoathing
    Jul 20, 2013
    9
    It isn't perfect, but it hits all the right buttons, reboots the series well and kept me hooked all the way through. A lot of the aspects of the uncharted series that I found tedious, I felt that Tomb Raider dealt with well. At no point did I find exploring or searching for that "piece of treasure" a grind, which is my usual problem with these games; it was dealt with very well. The storyIt isn't perfect, but it hits all the right buttons, reboots the series well and kept me hooked all the way through. A lot of the aspects of the uncharted series that I found tedious, I felt that Tomb Raider dealt with well. At no point did I find exploring or searching for that "piece of treasure" a grind, which is my usual problem with these games; it was dealt with very well. The story was solid, and the cinematics and visuals were wonderful. Take a chance on the game, particularly if you can get it on sale through steam and you'll likely find yourself happily surprised.… Expand
  2. montero
    Dec 15, 2014
    9
    This game has all the good things a good game requires:
    + Good story, actually impressed by the Solarii and the Stormguard, every detail was carefully planned and the game was more like a movie to watch and enjoy. I loved it.
    + A lot of achievements to fill the game with so many hours of searching. + The Challenges are very difficult to find, I've spent a lot of time on this. + Strong    This game has all the good things a good game requires:
    + Good story, actually impressed by the Solarii and the Stormguard, every detail was carefully planned and the game was more like a movie to watch and enjoy. I loved it.
    + A lot of achievements to fill the game with so many hours of searching.
    + The Challenges are very difficult to find, I've spent a lot of time on this.
    + Strong characters with different personalities and conflicts.
    + Overall great graphics and a semi "open-world" map.

    The only cons I have are:
    - There is no achievement regardless of the difficulty level. I'd really like to show my efforts to play this on the hardest difficulty.
    - A lot of achievements are multiplayer-only and I don't really like the cooperative mode. I'd be playing COD or something else. Tomb Raider has been always a singe-player game.
    - The tombs were not so difficult. I'd like to see more challenging puzzles.

    Overall this is an awesome game and I've finished it several times.    … Expand
  3. KingShree
    Jul 25, 2013
    9
    This game does so many things great, camera is perfectly situated while climbing, QTE are done so great that u wont even notice its a QTE and on top of that u wont be pissed off by them. Story is great, discovering island and gathering bonuses and raiding tombs is sattisfiing. Graphics are great and the ingame movies are well done. Only bad points are linearity and its not really an openThis game does so many things great, camera is perfectly situated while climbing, QTE are done so great that u wont even notice its a QTE and on top of that u wont be pissed off by them. Story is great, discovering island and gathering bonuses and raiding tombs is sattisfiing. Graphics are great and the ingame movies are well done. Only bad points are linearity and its not really an open world game. As a modern reboot of Tomb Raider it is a succes.… Expand
  4. Orhunkk
    Jul 15, 2014
    9
    Lara emerges as a more innocent, beautiful and younger than the previous games and the game's beauty fascinates us, we will able to see Lara's personal changes by the time and it will be in our control.
  5. CriticalStrike
    Aug 1, 2013
    9
    Simply put, this game is a visual masterpiece. It is much more shooter-based than previous Tomb Raider games, and the majority of the tomb raiding puzzles are actually optional. This may irritate some purists, but it's actually a brilliant strategy to open the game to a wider audience. Gamers not interested in puzzle games can still enjoy this title. The replay value is mostly in relic andSimply put, this game is a visual masterpiece. It is much more shooter-based than previous Tomb Raider games, and the majority of the tomb raiding puzzles are actually optional. This may irritate some purists, but it's actually a brilliant strategy to open the game to a wider audience. Gamers not interested in puzzle games can still enjoy this title. The replay value is mostly in relic and document collection, which unlocks extra content like behind-the-scenes galleries. The only downside is the abundant use of unforgiving quick-time-events, which will lead players to have to replay certain areas multiple times to overcome. But overall, an excellent game. A must own for anyone bold enough to call themselves a gamer.… Expand
  6. mijxero
    Apr 16, 2014
    9
    I played the original TR back on the PS1 and have touched a couple of the other ones and was never really that sucked in. This one however is amazing. There is a mix of stealth, gun play, puzzles and story that kept me entertained the whole time. Such a huge improvement that I can't wait for a sequel now.
  7. makkak
    Aug 7, 2013
    9
    Great game, adventure, but i don't like poor AI, enemy is hiding behind some walls, rocks, but charge you without "thinking" just frontal (i played on max difficulty).
  8. satya_p
    Jan 8, 2014
    9
    This game takes inspirations from uncharted series and has some of the most breathtaking scenes seen in games.Combat and controls are easy and quick time events don't feel forced.Soundtrack and voice acting is just amazing and while others characters don't feel well made,it is Lara croft that shines like a star.Exploring is more physics based than with riddles and while there are a few youThis game takes inspirations from uncharted series and has some of the most breathtaking scenes seen in games.Combat and controls are easy and quick time events don't feel forced.Soundtrack and voice acting is just amazing and while others characters don't feel well made,it is Lara croft that shines like a star.Exploring is more physics based than with riddles and while there are a few you really wished there were a few more.The only bad thing about the game was the unnecessary multiplayer put into the game.… Expand
  9. gabbasgogo
    Aug 20, 2013
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Tomb Raider is amazing. It has a great storyline, amazing gameplay and breathtaking graphics, even on the low setting. The puzzles and platforming are enjoyable, and the combat is fun as well. The multiplayer is fun, although I think they could have done something else, like co-op or climbing races, rather than doing regular multiplayer like everyone else. Also, I love Lara's accent and how she says 'bastard'. Surprisingly, going back looking for collectables was actually very enjoyable, although after about 30 hours of the campaign I've still only found 83% of the collectables... Hunting is fun as well, although I believe it should have been more imperative. You only have to do it once. I didn't really enjoy the previous Tomb Raider games, but this one is amazing. I love the characters as well; Father Mathias and the Solarii are pretty awesome. Himiko the Sun Queen and Yamatai is an actual myth, not just fiction. In conclusion, Tomb Raider is an amazing game and if you haven't bought it yet, you need to buy it now!… Expand
  10. Negativvv
    Aug 20, 2013
    9
    Superb re-con!

    Very slick and playable with awesome gfx. Storyline is tight and the entire game is cinematic. Only things I could level against it are the poor multiplayer (why did they waste time developing it? It's like a poor CoD which isn't even a good mp game anymore?!) and how it doesn't seem to cover much new ground with gaming innovation. Some of the QTE are a bit silly too I    Superb re-con!

    Very slick and playable with awesome gfx. Storyline is tight and the entire game is cinematic.

    Only things I could level against it are the poor multiplayer (why did they waste time developing it? It's like a poor CoD which isn't even a good mp game anymore?!) and how it doesn't seem to cover much new ground with gaming innovation. Some of the QTE are a bit silly too I guess...    … Expand
  11. chrisfrh
    Aug 23, 2013
    9
    Great game. The first thing that comes in my mind in reviewing this game is that the reboot is not a combat game and it is still great. The story line is amazing and you never feel the urge to skip cut-scenes as you are too connected to the game. The only con to this game is the MP, which isn't bad. But also nothing special, also it doesn't fit TR in my opinion.
  12. ohjw
    Oct 2, 2013
    9
    The story for this was excellent, far surpassing expectations, and really allowed character development as well as connection with Lara. The game play while at times is a little fiddly, is generally excellent.
  13. HONDOMAN
    Oct 6, 2013
    9
    A well needed reboot, this game delivers a fantastic story and great game play with some amazing visuals thrown in. One of my favorite games of 2013.
  14. cidgrad01
    Jan 21, 2014
    9
    This was the biggest gaming surprise I’ve had in a while. I expected a lame rehash from a stale franchise. Instead, I’m happy to announce that Tomb Raider is an incredibly fun and intense experience that has resurrected Lara Croft.

    I played the original years ago and while it was fun at the time the formula got old quickly and I could not get interested in the sequels. It was roughly    This was the biggest gaming surprise I’ve had in a while. I expected a lame rehash from a stale franchise. Instead, I’m happy to announce that Tomb Raider is an incredibly fun and intense experience that has resurrected Lara Croft.

    I played the original years ago and while it was fun at the time the formula got old quickly and I could not get interested in the sequels. It was roughly 90% intricate, drawn-out puzzles & platforming with 10% miserable combat sprinkled in. What they’ve done is rebalance the game mechanics so it focuses much more on combat (which is oh-so-fluid) and the puzzles & platforming are more of a side dish. I think this works because it keeps the game moving along.

    For example, there are optional tombs you can raid, but they are very small areas with only one puzzle that won’t take you more than 10 minutes to solve. This is a little disappointing, I’ll admit. I would like to have a little more meat to the puzzles, but I will take the short ones over getting bogged down in a 45-minute labyrinth.

    RPG elements have been introduced, as well. There is a lot of optional stuff you can do in this game which will yield experience to make Lara stronger through special skills as well as finding “salvage” which is used to improve your weapons in certain ways (more damage, less recoil, etc). Special journals can be found, too, which help to unravel the mystery of the island you’re on.

    Another brilliant touch is how they’ve tweaked exploration. Each area has several sets of secrets to uncover but you don’t have to find them all before you move on (some will require items you don’t have yet, anyway). You discover campsites as you play and can fast travel between them. This lets you focus on having fun instead of feeling obligated to gut an area’s secrets right away to avoid a lengthy backtrack to an earlier area. It makes things so nice.

    The game is gorgeous, too. Environments are beautiful & smartly designed so they feel very open with lots of nooks & crannies to peek in and usually multiple paths to traverse around obstacles.

    As I mentioned earlier, combat is fluid and thrilling, the exact opposite of how it was in the original game. Head shots with fire arrows never get old, and the AI is smart. Ranged opponents will throw fire bombs to flush you out of cover or shoot guns at you while melee opponents will zip line in to close on you. And there are so many gratifying ways to kill them. Stick an arrow shaft through their neck with your hand at close range, dig your climbing axe into their back for a stealth kill, hit a guy right as he’s about to throw dynamite resulting in a friendly fire explosion, etc.

    The story is very good, too. Games rarely make me want to play to find out what happens next anymore. Usually the story is something bland & serviceable to keep me level grinding. I really like the narrative in TR, though. Quite unrealistic, of course, but still enjoyable.

    And if you’re concerned, keyboard & mouse controls work just fine. This is not one of those sloppy console ports that is unplayable w/out a gamepad.

    The only knock I have against this game is the use of quick time events. QTEs are something I want to see go away and never come back. I am tired of the “press E to awesome” gameplay mechanic. However, Tomb Raider doesn’t rely too heavily on them and they are at least presented in a very dramatic way, so don’t listen to any commenters saying the game is nothing but cutscenes & QTEs. The beginning is admittedly slow and has a lot of them, but that’s because you haven’t gotten your weapons yet. Once you get armed, you encounter them a lot less. The QTEs don’t ruin the game and only end up being a very minor annoyance.

    There is also the obligatory multiplayer mode that all video games are apparently required by law now to include. I don’t know anything about it and I will probably never play it. It’s an extra thing if you want it, but know that the single player campaign is not lacking at all.

    If you like action games, you should definitely pick this one up. Tomb Raider had lost several steps over the years but is now running like a more polished version of Playstation’s Uncharted series, with better combat & storytelling. A very nice surprise that is worth your attention.    … Expand
  15. Kettricken
    Aug 28, 2013
    9
    This game is stunning. During playing through this game I had almost a constant adrenaline kick from falling, sliding down, jumping etc. You have to think quick to grab on to that cliff to avoid falling etc.. so in addition to some very nice fighting scenes (favorite weapon bow) you get some scenes where you have to think how to move on.. small puzzles like how to break a wall or get outThis game is stunning. During playing through this game I had almost a constant adrenaline kick from falling, sliding down, jumping etc. You have to think quick to grab on to that cliff to avoid falling etc.. so in addition to some very nice fighting scenes (favorite weapon bow) you get some scenes where you have to think how to move on.. small puzzles like how to break a wall or get out of a seemingly locked room.. the graphics and sound are very nice and there are some very nice cut scenes too.. Lara is also neet Try it out.. its a nice experience … Expand
  16. francescoleo
    Aug 29, 2013
    9
    I've never been a fan of tomb raider, but when i have seen some trailer I've decided to buy it.
    It has been a really good purchase, i have enjoyed the beautiful graphics and the framing.
  17. Sjalka
    Jun 28, 2015
    9
    I just recently got that game in its "game of the year" edition - and i cannot say that i am disappointed.

    It looks amazing .. not just for the time it was released, but even in 2015 it still looks amazing. It runs great with tons of detail - and the revision of the concept kind of works for the franchise. It does come at a price though. - Not only once but several times i feel more    I just recently got that game in its "game of the year" edition - and i cannot say that i am disappointed.

    It looks amazing .. not just for the time it was released, but even in 2015 it still looks amazing. It runs great with tons of detail - and the revision of the concept kind of works for the franchise.

    It does come at a price though. - Not only once but several times i feel more like watching a movie than playing a game. Lara moves on rails and the only effect my controls have are slightly adjusting the camera. (and that is not even the QTE events)
    Regarding the QTE events, especially combat ... i know that combat "looks" much more cinematic when it is done "on rails" via QTE. ... But lets be clear ... it "is" less intense than Tomb Raider 1 auto-aiming-running-in-circles-combat. And that one wasn t too complex either.. t just looked simpler.

    I do love that many of the climbing and jumping elements are not as rediculous anymore as in previous games of Lara Croft. It is not realistic of course - but feels much more action and stealth oriented than "perfect-timing-jump-sequence" focused.

    All in all it felt quite similar to games like Far Cry ... with rather painfully small and tunnel like levels (compared to the far cry series) - but then it does not claim to be open world, so that is ok.

    UI and controls are well done and do not feel like some shoddy console to PC port. Keyboard and mouse controls work very well and are precise.

    All in all, the game is well worth the money - it is tons of fun and even great to just watch someone else to play. As in almost every game ... the AI ... while not being as dumb as lets say .. a MMO game ... it still is stupid enough to just suicide run into the players line of fire.

    In terms of difficulty levels ... to be frank... i d love to have much harder combat (classic combat) but no QTE. In my opinion - QTE is a waste of time to gain a good cinematic - and thats it. Too bad the difficulty setting cannot reflect that. If i wanted to play on hard mode, i d get my wish for harder combat - but also stricter QTE.

    Still a 9/10 easily    … Expand
  18. Shnubby
    Sep 12, 2013
    9
    It is so rare that a reboot of ANYTHING is better then the original but it has been proven possible by this game. Now, the tomb raider games were still great before (except Angel of darkness, of course!) but this game is just even better, so much better that I just find it hard to believe. I love the character development in this game, I fell in love with every character and becameIt is so rare that a reboot of ANYTHING is better then the original but it has been proven possible by this game. Now, the tomb raider games were still great before (except Angel of darkness, of course!) but this game is just even better, so much better that I just find it hard to believe. I love the character development in this game, I fell in love with every character and became attached to them. The graphics are truly great and there are some awesome events and set pieces. Game play is great, combining platforming, shooting, stealth and other genres perfectly. There wasn't a moment of this game that I didn't love and it was very hard to put down! If you haven't played this game then stop looking at reviews and go get it! Simply a must have for any gamer.… Expand
  19. wyzeguyy
    Nov 9, 2013
    9
    the reinvention of Lara Croft could have easily gone completely wrong. Square Enix obviously realized how crucial it was to get this right. I feel they captured the essence of Lara Croft perfectly. I really enjoyed this triple A title as it kept me on the edge of my seat with it's over the top action scenes which in all honesty is quite reminiscent of the Uncharted Series. If you have thethe reinvention of Lara Croft could have easily gone completely wrong. Square Enix obviously realized how crucial it was to get this right. I feel they captured the essence of Lara Croft perfectly. I really enjoyed this triple A title as it kept me on the edge of my seat with it's over the top action scenes which in all honesty is quite reminiscent of the Uncharted Series. If you have the option to check this game out I would highly recommend it.… Expand
  20. PlasticFlowers
    Oct 5, 2013
    9
    There where frusting elements in this game such as the quick time events, the boss fights where disapointing, the "tombs" simplistic and short, but a fantastic reboot for one of my favourite gaming characters.

    Crystal Dynamics did a great job on fleshing out Lara as a believable character, the majority of the game mechanics where well designed and fun, the environments looked stunning    There where frusting elements in this game such as the quick time events, the boss fights where disapointing, the "tombs" simplistic and short, but a fantastic reboot for one of my favourite gaming characters.

    Crystal Dynamics did a great job on fleshing out Lara as a believable character, the majority of the game mechanics where well designed and fun, the environments looked stunning and worked very well in creating the daunting atmosphere and I loved the sound design and music.

    Thanks CD for not stuffing it up and I hope they take on board the many criticisms from the fans without going too far in the opposite direction and lose what made this game so very very good.

    Looking forward to the next Lara game.    … Expand
  21. Durtalique
    Oct 11, 2013
    9
    Definitely one of the best games I've bought this year. This game goes from a bold and engaging story to a sense of adventure, action and emotion that pushes one to want to play some more.

    Though I dislike the fact that, on PC, TressFX technology really kills the performance of the game if you're running it on a Nvidia graphic card. Just set the hair quality to normal and i runs smoothly.
  22. Mahdiar
    Dec 12, 2015
    9
    Gameplay : 9
    Graphics : 10
    Story : 8
    Sound : 10
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    Overall : 9
  23. AAKN
    Oct 13, 2013
    9
    Game Play- 10 ]
    controls 10 ]
    contactable easter Eggs 6 ]
    Innovation 9 ]
    graphics 10 ]
    sounds 9 ]
    replay Value 7 ]
    gaming Satisfaction 10 ]
    price playtime 8 ]
    technical Issues 10 ]
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    Over All 8.9
  24. poisonedocean
    Aug 2, 2014
    9
    A good, well told and sober storyline. A lot of cut scenes, but well placed, I think. It makes you get more involved, more interested somehow. The way the story is told and presented to you is just amazing.
    Amazing graphics, physics and a fair sound.
    And the most important, and the most neglected matters in most other games: Fun and challenge. come on folks. It' a game. That's all    A good, well told and sober storyline. A lot of cut scenes, but well placed, I think. It makes you get more involved, more interested somehow. The way the story is told and presented to you is just amazing.
    Amazing graphics, physics and a fair sound.
    And the most important, and the most neglected matters in most other games:
    Fun and challenge.
    come on folks. It' a game. That's all about that, fun and challenge... always were. And this new Tomb Raider have a fair amount of both.
    People should remember that it's a reset in Tomb Raider franchising. With new developers, new writers, new studio... it's the first game (we hope) that attempts to please a very faithful and passionate legion of fans. It may seems exaggerated here and there, lacking a little something sometimes... but OVERALL it's a pretty damn good game, with many thing to improve, we have to admit, but it's still great.    … Expand
  25. Live_in_3D
    Oct 26, 2013
    9
    This game was a total surprise for me. Having never really been a huge fan of the Tomb Raider series, I was thinking of skipping this one, but hearing so much positive buzz about this title convinced me to pick it up on Steam, and I am glad that I didn't pass it up. Enjoyable game-play and an interesting story had me hooked from the get go. Reminiscent of the Uncharted series, the new TombThis game was a total surprise for me. Having never really been a huge fan of the Tomb Raider series, I was thinking of skipping this one, but hearing so much positive buzz about this title convinced me to pick it up on Steam, and I am glad that I didn't pass it up. Enjoyable game-play and an interesting story had me hooked from the get go. Reminiscent of the Uncharted series, the new Tomb Raider seems to focus more on action than puzzle elements, with the few included puzzles being rather simple affairs, but it's just so fun to play that these little shortcomings are easy to overlook. Superb graphics combined with a very high level of polish and fun makes this game easy to recommend.… Expand
  26. Ulrich5000
    Nov 28, 2015
    9
    Tomb Raider is a reboot of the Tomb Raider franchise, that much is obvious. You still explore as Lara Croft, this time being much younger than she was in the older games. When you find yourself captive on an island that's cursed by the Sun Queen, Lara is forced to think on her toes and shoot her way through a bunch of enemies and for the first time kill to survive by any means necessary.Tomb Raider is a reboot of the Tomb Raider franchise, that much is obvious. You still explore as Lara Croft, this time being much younger than she was in the older games. When you find yourself captive on an island that's cursed by the Sun Queen, Lara is forced to think on her toes and shoot her way through a bunch of enemies and for the first time kill to survive by any means necessary.

    This game is pretty freaking fantastic, I not only completed this game once, but I went out of my way to complete it 4 separate times. I have it on PC, as well as PS4, either way, the game looks amazing! Raiding the tombs is fun, and the exploration around the island shows off some amazing locations and some beautiful graphics. Though of course, it's not all about the graphics, the gameplay itself is solid, more solid than any of the older Tomb Raider games.

    This is in my opinion a great way to get into the Tomb Raider series, it's easy to pick up and play, the story is solid and the voice work is top notch. The side characters are a bit bland at times but they all have their interesting personalities that does add something to the table so it's not all bad.

    Definitely pick this up if you get the chance, you won't regret it!
    I give it a 9.5/10! :D    … Expand
  27. spectralknight
    Nov 8, 2013
    9
    This is the Tomb Raider that fans expected to see.The extraordinary graphics and the wonderful,intense and captivating gameplay are just a part of the features which makes this thing "A must buy game".
  28. DominikCZE
    Nov 9, 2013
    9
    There is pretty much nothing bad to say about this game except for the terrible multiplayer, which shouldn't even have been added. I grabbed this game on a steam sale not expecting much and boy was I surprised. What a fantastic and thrilling ride. I can't help but compare this to Uncharted, which is quite ironic, since Uncharted was inspired by the original Tomb Raider in the first place.There is pretty much nothing bad to say about this game except for the terrible multiplayer, which shouldn't even have been added. I grabbed this game on a steam sale not expecting much and boy was I surprised. What a fantastic and thrilling ride. I can't help but compare this to Uncharted, which is quite ironic, since Uncharted was inspired by the original Tomb Raider in the first place. It's the same action packed cinematic adventure, but Tomb Raider is a much darker game which feels quite believable (well, except for the hordes of enemies Lara slays). As you follow Lara on her journey to save her friends, you feel her pain. When she falls, she falls hard, when she's injured, you feel the misery she is experiencing. Watching Lara go through all that hardship is terrible, but in a good way, and that's a HUGE thumbs up to the developers for that. I don't think I've ever played a game where I've been that connected to the character and felt his every move.… Expand
  29. logeman
    Nov 11, 2013
    9
    This is a good game, good graphics, A lot of elements, good environment. intelligent a.i. Good puzzles. I recommend this it is by far one of the best games out there. (In my opinion).
  30. SanS
    Nov 11, 2013
    9
    This is not 'child at play' where a cute girl jumps some ledges.Violence and doll face damsels don't go together always,but TR is something different.Yes, you have to climb rocks and break boxes, but why not, when you can finish off your enemy with the same tool.
  31. ADHGO
    May 22, 2015
    9
    Tomb Raider reborn, enjoying and exciting game, full of details and nice graphics, I finish it two times,
    If you like tomb raider games you have to get this,
  32. crimsondoor
    Apr 13, 2019
    9
    I didn't expect much from this game, but once I started it I was so surprised by its quality. I don't use the word perfect easily but this game might be the best game I've seen in years. Amazing writing, visuals and atmosphere. This game's animations (mocap) is also the best I've seen in a game. The best example is the cutscene in mountain village, where an injured Roth asked Lara to takeI didn't expect much from this game, but once I started it I was so surprised by its quality. I don't use the word perfect easily but this game might be the best game I've seen in years. Amazing writing, visuals and atmosphere. This game's animations (mocap) is also the best I've seen in a game. The best example is the cutscene in mountain village, where an injured Roth asked Lara to take his axe and climb the radio tower. Lara did not speak much, but her facial expression tells you how much she hated that request.

    I did not give this game a 10, because I feel a bit conflicted about this game's use of "Tomb Raider" as its title. On one hand it is indeed one of the best action-adventure games and a worthy reboot for the dated series, on the other hand it has no "tombs" to speak of...The tombs are just mini-puzzles and have nothing to do with the main story. IMO, they should have used a new title since the game has nothing to do with the "originals" anyway.    … Expand
  33. Seriosha
    Dec 8, 2013
    9
    Oh..my..God...

    This was so AWESOME! First and foremost: No Bugs. Well, its not new, but anyway. i think nowadays even that needs a positive note! Graphics are good! Just the Hair... sometimes they just go... nuts (Tress FX, GTX 780). Especially in the beginning the stupid Quicktime "Hit E, left,right Hit F" is annoying, but later gets scarce. The Char Dev is very good. Sound is    Oh..my..God...

    This was so AWESOME! First and foremost: No Bugs. Well, its not new, but anyway. i think nowadays even that needs a positive note! Graphics are good! Just the Hair... sometimes they just go... nuts (Tress FX, GTX 780).
    Especially in the beginning the stupid Quicktime "Hit E, left,right Hit F" is annoying, but later gets scarce.
    The Char Dev is very good. Sound is superb. Usually i play in english so the bad synchs dont ruin the Game. But this one German all the way! Awesome Job!

    Then a bit of history here and there and off you go. Just a experience of all senses that blows you away.

    When i think of the Money ive spend on CRAP Games which dont even work im really shedding a tear here that i got this for almost nothing. They wouldve deserved the Money!    … Expand
  34. Nickolababaiko
    Oct 1, 2021
    9
    Интересное приключение типо Uncharted для PC!!))) Есть головоломки, перестрелки и полазить по горам можно!!!)))
  35. Trunks252
    Dec 30, 2013
    9
    Tomb Raider is a game I picked up on sale, not really knowing what to expect. What I got was a great experience. The visuals are stunning, the audio is masterful, and the gameplay is very fun.

    However, the story was fairly weak. How am I expected to believe that this is her "becoming a survivalist" story when she murders roughly 300 people per second and survives beatings and falls fit    Tomb Raider is a game I picked up on sale, not really knowing what to expect. What I got was a great experience. The visuals are stunning, the audio is masterful, and the gameplay is very fun.

    However, the story was fairly weak. How am I expected to believe that this is her "becoming a survivalist" story when she murders roughly 300 people per second and survives beatings and falls fit for a super-human? It really should have been toned down A LOT. The actual story is interesting, but most of the characters aren't. There isn't much character development, either.

    I am willing to look past these flaws and acknowledge this great game. One of the best this year, and i'll certainly be playing the sequel.    … Expand
  36. Chruebert
    Jan 1, 2014
    9
    Firsdt of all i must say it's my first 3rd Person adventure of this kind (free camera positioning and shooter elements) i ever played and the surprise was a very positive one.
    I recommend playing this even the shooting scenes with Gamepad, since it's more handy for climbing, jumping and exploring the area. It was designed for Xbox360 controller but i'm sure others will perform as well.    Firsdt of all i must say it's my first 3rd Person adventure of this kind (free camera positioning and shooter elements) i ever played and the surprise was a very positive one.
    I recommend playing this even the shooting scenes with Gamepad, since it's more handy for climbing, jumping and exploring the area. It was designed for Xbox360 controller but i'm sure others will perform as well.
    As i'm a user of nVidia GTX 670 i am limited to 40fps since the game is hungry for recources but AMD cards should work much better.

    Now to the Pros:
    - Excellent Graphics
    - Catching Storyline binds you to the game
    - You can switch actually between mouse+keyboard and controler by pressing any button
    - Not too hard to master but has a good learning curve
    - Nice detailed World with lot's of small treasures to find
    - It's as far as i played the missions bug-free
    - You won't miss out important stuff if you run through the world and explore the extra tombs later but it lwill make the gameplay just much more easy if you do explore everything.

    Neither good or bad:
    - Sometimes enemys are triggered by moving at a certain spot and can be avoided if you have a good gaming instinct. They might apear as well on cleared spots where they can not have passed you during the gameplay.

    now to the cons.:

    - Excells only with AMD graphics (technology for her hair is built like that)
    - I had 2 times a game crash during 15hours gameplay but it might be a problem on my PC
    - Quicktime events affect the impression of a fluid gameplay, but they are not as disturbing as in Battlefield 3 and you actually handle them more easily.
    - Some cutscence are a bit too long and sometimes i feel like watching retards just blobing into a epic trap fails. I mean Lara sometimes could just take out the gun and mow them all down, instead of getting nearly killed. Sometimes traps are so obvious i wouldn't make the mistake she does.
    - Lara is as bit overpowered jumping off >20m heights and not breaking a single bone but hey it's a Game and no simulation. Falling might be not deadly enough...

    I still haven't tested multiplayer but i loved killing rats and birds as well as the scavenging :D    … Expand
  37. indi01
    Jan 7, 2014
    9
    I really love this game. The graphics and the environments are marvellous (especially if you can max them out), gameplay and combat are very enjoyable, so are exploring the island, the tombs, or finding relics...I really like Lara's character, she's more of an average girl forced into a hostile world instead of the somewhat unrealistic and "bloated" character of the past.
    Just a couple of    I really love this game. The graphics and the environments are marvellous (especially if you can max them out), gameplay and combat are very enjoyable, so are exploring the island, the tombs, or finding relics...I really like Lara's character, she's more of an average girl forced into a hostile world instead of the somewhat unrealistic and "bloated" character of the past.
    Just a couple of cons: the campaign is too short, too many quick time events, and also didn't like the supernatural element in the story, it seems out of place.

    However, it is definitely a must have.    … Expand
  38. Incredzible
    Apr 10, 2014
    9
    An absolutely fantastic games and fantastic controls. I can't tell you how enjoyable playing this game was. I love the weapon choice, weapon add-ons and most of all the bow. The voice acting is top notch. The sense of exploration is great although at times a bit too linear, quick time events could also be annoying for some however I thought they were well implemented. I haven't touched theAn absolutely fantastic games and fantastic controls. I can't tell you how enjoyable playing this game was. I love the weapon choice, weapon add-ons and most of all the bow. The voice acting is top notch. The sense of exploration is great although at times a bit too linear, quick time events could also be annoying for some however I thought they were well implemented. I haven't touched the multiplayer and I have no desire too. This game could have been enhanced by giving the player some more freedom of exploration - the tombs although option were pretty easy.
    This reboot serves as a darker tale for the character of Lara Croft and is an excellent one at that. Great gameplay and a solid story make this a fantastic game.    … Expand
  39. chanoashir
    Mar 23, 2014
    9
    Good Game,This is one of those games where you get so involved with the character and with the visuals surrounding it. The story line is amazing the sound effect are awesome. The multiplayer is even not that bad I actually enjoyed playing a litle bit of it. I think this is one of my favorite so far this year.
  40. Voodoo123
    Mar 31, 2014
    9
    I really enjoyed this game bought it day one full price.
    Pros - Graphics are impressive
    - Sound design is excellent -sound and graphics create atmosphere as strong as modern day version of original TR should feel -Well written story and characters - Great set pieces Cons -like uncharted the character kills without remorse -level design feels unrealistic at times -no definitive    I really enjoyed this game bought it day one full price.
    Pros - Graphics are impressive
    - Sound design is excellent
    -sound and graphics create atmosphere as strong as modern day version of original TR should feel
    -Well written story and characters
    - Great set pieces
    Cons -like uncharted the character kills without remorse
    -level design feels unrealistic at times
    -no definitive edition patch for pc gamers
    Very impressive title have great expectations for a sequel now!    … Expand
  41. tuttifruti8
    Apr 5, 2014
    9
    This is the best action/adventure game I have ever played. Graphics were really good (10/10) and the story was good as well (9/10), I really hope there's going to be more games like this one in 2014. I came to realize that games that contain a girl as main character is usually more interesting.
  42. brlinton
    Apr 15, 2014
    9
    This was easily my favorite game of last year. For anyone who grew up with Tomb Raider on the original PlayStation - this is a must-play game. It is a grittier take on the franchise, and felt a lot like Daniel Craig's "Casino Royale" James Bond origin story reboot in a lot of ways. The graphics and scenes are incredible and kept me in constant suspense / amazement. The only complaint IThis was easily my favorite game of last year. For anyone who grew up with Tomb Raider on the original PlayStation - this is a must-play game. It is a grittier take on the franchise, and felt a lot like Daniel Craig's "Casino Royale" James Bond origin story reboot in a lot of ways. The graphics and scenes are incredible and kept me in constant suspense / amazement. The only complaint I have is that the competitive multiplayer really felt tacked onto the end and felt out of place in a Tomb Raider game - I would've preferred even more story or some compelling co-op mode option.… Expand
  43. nevdawgs
    Apr 19, 2014
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. First of all, Amazing graphics. This game deserves appraise it has fighting mechanics like most of the best fps games. Maps are large and open with many tombs, gps caches, trinkets and small finds. The story line is interesting but has a magical ending. I recommend it to all solo gamers.… Expand
  44. aj587
    May 2, 2014
    9
    Out of all the games I have played, Tomb Raider has the best graphics. Not only is Lara Croft a babe, this game is gorgeous in every detail. There are a few gameplay bugs, but you can just laugh them off or restart a checkpoint. The game is action-packed but I always find it funny how there are conveniently placed zip-line opportunities and ammunition (particularly arrows) everywhere, butOut of all the games I have played, Tomb Raider has the best graphics. Not only is Lara Croft a babe, this game is gorgeous in every detail. There are a few gameplay bugs, but you can just laugh them off or restart a checkpoint. The game is action-packed but I always find it funny how there are conveniently placed zip-line opportunities and ammunition (particularly arrows) everywhere, but it definitely puts you in the game.… Expand
  45. Dobian
    Oct 23, 2014
    9
    I find it interesting that people either love or hate this game, and even the reviews of the reviews are mostly split down the middle. I loved this game, and I have have been playing Tomb Raider since the first one in 1996. I still remember when you would walk into EB Games or CompUSA and see Tomb Raider boxes lining the walls. Anyway, I know the argument that this is not like aI find it interesting that people either love or hate this game, and even the reviews of the reviews are mostly split down the middle. I loved this game, and I have have been playing Tomb Raider since the first one in 1996. I still remember when you would walk into EB Games or CompUSA and see Tomb Raider boxes lining the walls. Anyway, I know the argument that this is not like a traditional Tomb Raider game where you start a mission right at the tomb entrance and spend the next few hours trying to solve a bunch of puzzles and perform death-defying acrobatics to get through it. I think Crystal Dynamics proved they could make that kind of Tomb Raider game and did it exceptionally well with Legend/Anniversary/Underworld. They also showed they could make an excellent platformer with Lara Croft and the Guardian of the Light. So next they took on the challenge of rebooting the series for the next generation and I think they succeeded. They could have easily just made another Tomb Raider in the mold of the previous titles, but then I imagine they would have been accused of being unoriginal and just producing more of the same. So they took a chance to make a different kind of game, and when you do that you are going to get beat up a little too, but I think the reward is worth it.

    The Tomb Raider reboot screams quality, everything from the graphics to the cinematics, the action, game mechanics, story, map design, combat, interface, and the number of things you can do in the game. It kept me engaged the whole time, and I really was invested in Lara and her growth as a character. Yes, it does feel like you are in a movie at times, but in a good way, and I did not mind the QTEs for the most part, I thought they generally flowed very well. At its best, Tomb Raider is spectacular and exhilarating.

    Gameplay was mostly very enjoyable. I liked the addition of the axe climbing and attaching rope lines with your arrows. I didn't miss the wall running (there were times I hated it in Anniversary), but I was disappointed that they removed pole swinging, a staple of past Tomb Raiders (there are times when she swings on a pole to the next ledge, but its automatic). For the first time in a Tomb Raider, there is fun combat where you actually have to aim and shoot. My only issue is that they overdid it at times, and made it feel like you were playing Call of Duty more than Tomb Raider. The scene that immediately comes is in Shanty Town, where Lara is on a platform with waves of spawning enemies coming at her. It felt completely out of place for a Tomb Raider game. It would have been much better if they had placed enemies throughout the map to give you the option of engaging them or stealthing past them, which fits more with the kind of character that Lara is.

    As for the tombs, yes, they are simple one room affairs. Most are pretty clever, though, and no one is making you press the survival instinct key to get a hint. Now that Lara's back story has been told, I am hoping that in her next adventure the emphasis will again be on the actual tomb raiding, and we will see longer and more elaborate tombs for her to explore and solve. The maps in the game are full of clever touches, and while I have finished 90% of the game, there are still a few places that I am trying to figure out how to get to.

    I thoroughly enjoyed Tomb Raider, and look forward to the next one.    … Expand
  46. herr_rosa88
    May 31, 2014
    9
    I picked this game up on a Steam sale and I must say this is one of the best deals I have made in my entire life. Tomb Raider is the best game I have played from 2013 and probably the best over all action adventure game I have ever played. It has a good story, interesting characters, good and intense gameplay (that involves a lot more than just killing enemies) and some sweet graphics. TheI picked this game up on a Steam sale and I must say this is one of the best deals I have made in my entire life. Tomb Raider is the best game I have played from 2013 and probably the best over all action adventure game I have ever played. It has a good story, interesting characters, good and intense gameplay (that involves a lot more than just killing enemies) and some sweet graphics. The game however has some minor bugs (such as weard movement of the birds) and design decisions (such as the over-placement of arrow ammunition all over the map) that prevents the game from reveiving a perfect score.… Expand
  47. KingDonkeyKong
    Jul 1, 2014
    9
    Tomb Raider is a modern and well graphic designed game. Inspired on adventure and surviving games, it achieves all the expectations of the players! I liked it very much. The story and the plot are awesome! Don´t hesitate to play it!
  48. rscl
    Jul 7, 2014
    9
    Tomb Raider has an intense story followed by great game mechanics and fluidity.
    It has a good mixture of combat, puzzling and cinematics. All this combined with appealing graphics.
  49. roadrunner06
    Jul 29, 2014
    9
    Best adventure action game I ever played so far. Graphics is so amazing using WQHD resolution, control is great, story is engaging, refreshing to see Lara in different attitude than self confident adventurer. Intense combat and sufficient puzzle to solve. Despite its returning to similar location but never reuse same route... satisfactory purchase and game completion...
  50. jelikey
    Sep 10, 2015
    9
    I’m truly blown away by how good this game actually is! Astonishing visuals, smooth movement, no bugs, great combat and great realism! Many seem to have given up on the Tomb Raider franchise, but for me this has been my best gaming experience in quite some time! Personally, I've always loved Tomb Raider games (and always will) but this was such a fresh experience I couldn't comprehendI’m truly blown away by how good this game actually is! Astonishing visuals, smooth movement, no bugs, great combat and great realism! Many seem to have given up on the Tomb Raider franchise, but for me this has been my best gaming experience in quite some time! Personally, I've always loved Tomb Raider games (and always will) but this was such a fresh experience I couldn't comprehend someone not enjoying this title; unless you whole heartedly dislike action adventure games! For fans of the original series (despite peoples pessimism) all of what you loved from prior games is back and no this is not an “Uncharted” rip-off it’s Tomb Raider doing what Tomb Raider has always done; just in a fresh new way!… Expand
  51. yo_mama_so_fat
    Oct 23, 2014
    9
    Amazing game. Everything about this game screams quality. Visuals are stunning, sound effects are amazing and the storyline is immersive. Definitely one of the best games of it's generation.
  52. Lileroice
    Jan 6, 2015
    9
    This game is so amazing. Every people around the world need to play this game.The game play is really fun. You fell playing tomb raider game. The history is really cool too. The characters of this game are so amazing to, you fell for them, mainly Laura.
  53. Bernolsven
    Jan 26, 2015
    9
    Graphics: 8/10
    Scenario: 8/10
    Storyline : 8/10
    Multiplayer : 8/10

    I never played a Tomb Raider game before this one. But this one I can say that is amazing.
  54. Superficiality
    Feb 7, 2015
    9
    Wasn't expecting the game to be as good as it was. Great customization and story; I never was fond of a female protagonist but Lara Croft is definitely very fun to "play" with :)
  55. Nelipod
    Sep 8, 2017
    9
    An amazing reboot of my favorite ever video game character. Rich single player story and amazing game play is what pushes this game to the next level. Graphics is stunning. There were so many times where you feel like stop playing and just appreciate the beautiful island that you are in. Overall an outstanding game.
  56. dair
    Sep 30, 2015
    9
    Amazing game:

    -good and exciting cutscenes
    -Lara is very beautiful
    -good atmosphere and gameplay
    -very engaging
    -great setting

    Only two things are not so good:

    -too many enemies and shootings
    -too few tombs

    I can really recommend it.
  57. Zeeshan-Abid
    Nov 24, 2022
    9
    No doubt the game has done an impressive job of rebooting the series. And it's a great survival game - with extremely fun to play elements and an immersing story. Only issue here is that the story narration doesn't match the actions of Lara Croft. While she's a stone-cold killer on a rampage to mercilessly kill everyone in the island, she's acting as if she's a morale person.
  58. odademonking
    Jun 26, 2015
    9
    I have never played a Tomb Raider game before, so I did not have any preconceptions or expectations in playing this game. Tomb Raider is an adventure game to its core. The suspense and action is non-stop. There are some optional objectives, but doing them gives greater satisfaction and more salvages, essential to upgrading your weapons. My only problem is the progression tree, which onlyI have never played a Tomb Raider game before, so I did not have any preconceptions or expectations in playing this game. Tomb Raider is an adventure game to its core. The suspense and action is non-stop. There are some optional objectives, but doing them gives greater satisfaction and more salvages, essential to upgrading your weapons. My only problem is the progression tree, which only gives you a choice which skills you want first (you need to buy all of the skills except one or two), and only the bow and the rifle are worth using (the shotgun is necessary to break some obstacles, but not so useful at combat).… Expand
  59. Nuker
    Jun 27, 2015
    9
    - Good: Story, Setting, Atmosphere, Gameplay, Audio
    - Mixed: Puzzles, Exploration
    - Bad: ---

    Very solid game from the beginning to the end. Fun gameplay and good story. Puzzles could be more difficult and exploration and side activities are lacking a bit
  60. fuzzhead
    Aug 26, 2015
    9
    My first ever video game was TR2, and my first ever love was Lara Croft. That being said, after finishing the trilogy, I was excited to take control of Lara once again. And Boy! was it amazing!! Though the Lara Croft we meet first isn't poised and sophisticated as we have seen her until now. She is a young, afraid and vulnerable girl on her first adventure (which quickly turns into aMy first ever video game was TR2, and my first ever love was Lara Croft. That being said, after finishing the trilogy, I was excited to take control of Lara once again. And Boy! was it amazing!! Though the Lara Croft we meet first isn't poised and sophisticated as we have seen her until now. She is a young, afraid and vulnerable girl on her first adventure (which quickly turns into a nightmare) and she matures into the woman I adored by the end of this game. Gameplay is brilliant, graphics is amazing and story is dark and mystic. The real villain is the Island itself. I had an excellent time foraging, killing, exploring, solving the puzzles and yeah! raiding the tombs apart from pursuing main story. Even if you aren't a Lara Croft fan, play this one just to experience the beautiful and dangerous Island of Yamatai. Deserves it.… Expand
  61. muzmuz
    Aug 3, 2018
    9
    An amazing reboot that renews the formula of the Tomb Raider franchise, making it a pseudo-fantasy action survival game with good cinematics, storytelling and a semi-linear gameplay allowing you to take detours and raid tombs as side quests -- opening up more of the story and the setting. This game ages well having played it 5 years later.
  62. CandarianGaming
    Apr 27, 2016
    9
    Underrated masterpiece and a very well done reboot. For those that want a 3rd person action/adventure game with occasional puzzles and a strong female character that is constantly put through hell
  63. 4y4
    Feb 15, 2020
    9
    Best tomb raider game. Fluid gameplay, top line graphics and action filled engaging story.
  64. frhanhanif
    Jan 28, 2017
    9
    Nice adventure game with a simple story behind it. But what makes the story interesting is how they presenting the story to make us want to keep playing the game. The game very remind you with assasin creed because of the climbing, jump etc
  65. Acron1s1
    Jul 5, 2016
    9
    I liked the game, it is really (crystal) dynamic and looks cool. Sometimes it seems like it was copied from Uncharted 2 (Have beaten both of games), even full scenes, but Tomb Raider have more unlinear gameplay, more collectibles, better puzzles and a bit of RPG elements, also its more Horror and darker. Overall, I would say they have the same quality
  66. dislexicpotato
    Dec 17, 2018
    9
    A fantastic game with a very interesting world, great voice acting and gameplay that lacks originality but is well polished and satisfying. Tomb Raider offers a more realistic and dark experience than franchises like Uncharted and that isn't a bad thing, with a cool concept and its simple yet effective weapon and perk system Tomb Raider is a game everyone should try out.
  67. Krzych
    Apr 15, 2017
    9
    Great game. Interesting, engaging, flowing. Visually it is making fun of the newest titles, looking better than most of them while being 4 years old and requiring one third of power. Picture quality with SSAA is as good as it can be. Setting is believable and immersive, something that Rise of the Tomb Raider didn't fully manage to achieve. Some animations are not on the top level but thisGreat game. Interesting, engaging, flowing. Visually it is making fun of the newest titles, looking better than most of them while being 4 years old and requiring one third of power. Picture quality with SSAA is as good as it can be. Setting is believable and immersive, something that Rise of the Tomb Raider didn't fully manage to achieve. Some animations are not on the top level but this is a minor issue. The game certainly is linear but it is a positive here, linear story driven game with world adjusted to it gives much better and consistent experience than open world full of inconsistent nonsense. Game driven by intensive story has to be linear, otherwise it becomes inconsistent and not believable. It will take more time until you can replay the game, but this is the only major disadvantage of this kind of design. The only major thing missing are decisions to make that would have affect the world or what happens to some characters, but that's all, this is 3rd person action/adventure story driven game done right.… Expand
  68. Panica3643D
    Jun 17, 2018
    9
    Качественная и атмосферная игра. Одна из лучших в своём жанре. Пройдена на одном дыхании и оставила только положительные эмоции.
  69. CamyVero
    Apr 11, 2021
    9
    Wow, What a espectacular game. I 've been glued to the controller last 4 days, until i finished adventure. Tomb Raider offers a action-adventure game with third person shooter and platform mechanics and puzzle resolve scenarios, just like you would find in a game from 'Uncharted' series. History here also is a great film, very good adventure with stunning scenes. Full recommended. About 15Wow, What a espectacular game. I 've been glued to the controller last 4 days, until i finished adventure. Tomb Raider offers a action-adventure game with third person shooter and platform mechanics and puzzle resolve scenarios, just like you would find in a game from 'Uncharted' series. History here also is a great film, very good adventure with stunning scenes. Full recommended. About 15 hours of espectacular gameplay. I can wait to start second part.… Expand
  70. wiss2wiss
    Sep 28, 2017
    9
    This is one of the best active adventure games! It goes beyond your expectation. The story is very interesting and engaging, The game tries to make you feel the struggling of Lara and see things in her point of view. New Lara is gorgeous and not overly sexualised. My girl friend who does not like action games/films really enjoyed playing this game with me (well she loves puzzle solving andThis is one of the best active adventure games! It goes beyond your expectation. The story is very interesting and engaging, The game tries to make you feel the struggling of Lara and see things in her point of view. New Lara is gorgeous and not overly sexualised. My girl friend who does not like action games/films really enjoyed playing this game with me (well she loves puzzle solving and platforming). For those who did not play yet, I strongly suggest you to go and get one and play while waiting for its 2018 film! My only complain is that the game could use a bit more side quests. All-in-all, this is a must play game!… Expand
  71. aditya1101
    Mar 1, 2020
    9
    Playing this in 2020 but (most) of the visuals still look amazing. Overall a really polished and complete experience with a pretty good amount of variety in gameplay and with really satisfying controls. Towards the very end it became a bit of slog, I would've loved a couple more gameplay elements to mix things up a bit, but the high points were really stunning, especially the amazinglyPlaying this in 2020 but (most) of the visuals still look amazing. Overall a really polished and complete experience with a pretty good amount of variety in gameplay and with really satisfying controls. Towards the very end it became a bit of slog, I would've loved a couple more gameplay elements to mix things up a bit, but the high points were really stunning, especially the amazingly choreographed escape sequences.… Expand
  72. VETRA
    Jun 14, 2018
    9
    Acción pura y dura, Una situación peliaguda tras otra, durante todo el juego solo pensaremos "Pobrecita Lara" si esque mas cosas no le pueden pasar, no sale de una y ya se mete en otra. Ahora bien es mas dura que el titanio, recomendadisimo.
  73. Gaming_Bear
    May 9, 2018
    9
    From everything I have heard form people who used to love the big busty action game that was the old tomb raider, this game did not live up to the history of what tomb raider was. Boobs puzzles and guns. For me I found the reimagined tomb raider to be a great open world action adventure with a strong female lead. It was nice to see a female lead that was not over sexualized as well.From everything I have heard form people who used to love the big busty action game that was the old tomb raider, this game did not live up to the history of what tomb raider was. Boobs puzzles and guns. For me I found the reimagined tomb raider to be a great open world action adventure with a strong female lead. It was nice to see a female lead that was not over sexualized as well.

    Story was amazing (great origin story) - 10/10
    Character development was quite good - 8/10
    Graphics were great - 8.5/10
    controls were solid - 9/10
    Gameplay was perfect (a fusion between skyrim and the original tomb raider) - 9/10

    Great game. I have replayed it and recommend this to anyone looking for a solid action adventure game.    … Expand
  74. Tarelow
    Mar 27, 2019
    9
    The best of the series! Perfect, sekiro shadows twice copied part of the map of this game!
  75. El_Manco
    May 20, 2018
    9
    Tan cierto era que Lara Croft necesitaba un reboot, como que este fue todo un acierto. A falta de unos meses para la salida de la tercera entrega, el resumen de las dos anteriores no puede ser más positivo. Dos grandes juegos, para uno de los mayores iconos de los videojuegos.
  76. michellehu0414
    Jun 12, 2018
    9
    Tomb Raider brings us back to the origins of young Lara by re-establishing her roots and reaffirming her purpose as an adventurer. Although it is the thirteenth game in the series, Crystal Dynamics decided to entirely reboot the series instead of making the game a sequel by re-establishing the origins of Lara Croft again, similar to Tomb Raider: Legend (the ninth game of the series). LaraTomb Raider brings us back to the origins of young Lara by re-establishing her roots and reaffirming her purpose as an adventurer. Although it is the thirteenth game in the series, Crystal Dynamics decided to entirely reboot the series instead of making the game a sequel by re-establishing the origins of Lara Croft again, similar to Tomb Raider: Legend (the ninth game of the series). Lara undertakes her first expedition with her friends on a ship named Endurance to locate the lost Kingdom of Yamatai. Legends say that Yamatai was once reigned by Queen Himiko, also known as the “Sun Queen,” who possessed shamanistic powers that granted her control over the weather. When the Endurance enters the Dragon’s Triangle, a sea off the coast of Japan infamous for its paranormality, it encounters a brutal storm and quickly sinks to the bottom of the sea, leaving the survivors stranded on an unknown island.

    Tomb Raider begins its gameplay with Lara isolated on an unknown island and is forced to struggle to survive and reunite with the other survivors. As the game progresses, Lara discovers that the island is the lost kingdom of Yamatai and that her friend Samantha is a descendent of the Sun Queen. As she tries escape the island with the other survivors, Lara finds herself battling off a violent cult known as the Solarii Brotherhood to save Samantha from being forced through a fire ritual to make her the Sun Queen’s successor. Although it is expected for this game to become progressively violent, Lara’s first kill dramatically escalates the game, which triggered the first of many adrenaline rushes within me. With Lara’s life at the palm of my hand as I hold my PS4 controller, the impact I saw that this kill made on Lara as she was overwhelmed by distraught and terror while retching over the lifeless body of her victim evoked a sense of empathy within me. However, this heart-wrenching moment is short lived, for she almost instantly becomes a ruthless killer as she fights through the game. As Lara undergoes this transformation in her identity, so do I as the player.

    As unique as Tomb Raider is, it has action sequences other great action-adventure games have: Lara escaping from burning structures and gliding down treacherous waterfalls. However, don’t be discouraged by these cliches because Tomb Raider remains a dynamic game with a diverse gameplay. When you aren’t at the edge of your seat between the combats, you’re completing mobility quests and survival hunts, such as climbing mountains with Lara’s axe, dodging and demolishing obstacles down a landslide, and eliminating opponents with stealth or weapons. Crystal Dynamics employs active artificial intelligence in the supporting cast, and this is a neat feature because you are able to steer clear of certain members of the Solarii Brotherhood if you avoid being sighted by hiding behind a barrier. This ability augments the authenticity of the gaming experience and places more control in the player’s hands. The well-designed game space allows you to explore the land almost freely with some restrictions of mountain climbing.

    I greatly appreciate Lara being a female character with an unwavering sense of courage, determination, and high-level intelligence in both mental and physical skills––not only because I am a woman myself. Her character is revolutionary and breaks down many gender barriers in the male-dominated industry and culture. Lara underwent a physical transformation by the rebooting of the series: she now has an average body figure and is wearing long archeologist pants instead of her iconic short-shorts, as seen in past games. This is a significant change because it shifts the focus on Lara from her infamous identity as a sex symbol to her characterial identity as a brave archeologist and hero. Unlike most male-lead games, Tomb Raider features a capable and independent heroine––not a damsel-in-distress––thus empowers women behind and in front of the gaming screen and reaffirms the fact that all genders are equally powerful and competent.

    Overall, Tomb Raider is exciting, action-packed, well-written, and beautiful and won’t fail to impress any player it comes across. Its narrative is remarkable and captivating and its gameplay is both emotionally and physically stimulating, in which the player is able to balance their enjoyment in the killing sprees with the emotional connection they feel with Lara’s empathy for her loved ones. I had a very enjoyable time playing the game, and I believe that rebooting the Tomb Raider series definitely pushed its reputation higher up in ranking. Tomb Raider (2012) successfully provides an experience where players are captivated by the ability to make their own decisions and take on the role of Lara as their own. In my experience, I’m no longer just playing Lara Croft: I am Lara Croft.    … Expand
  77. greenbey
    Jul 13, 2020
    9
    A+
    One of the best action adventure games of all times.
    Action, stealth and crafting/rpg elements are on point.
    Story is ok.
  78. SilverOrlov
    Oct 9, 2019
    9
    A radical change in the general concept of Lara’s adventures partly benefited, partly not because of some dubious decisions by the authors of the game. But overall, I liked this new idea. As well as the general atmosphere and history of the island.
  79. DiamondPlayz666
    Mar 6, 2019
    9
    I recently started playing this game on my new PC, and i was surprised on how good it looked and played. My only complaint is that if you don't have a controller, don't even bother trying to get through some of these quests. I have not yet finished the game, but I am still intrigued by the story and character development. A solid 9.
  80. Geralt123
    Apr 6, 2021
    9
    Story 7/10
    Standard TR Story, it carried me through.
    Graphics 10/10 For a 2013 game, the graphics are insane and still good in 2021 World 9/10 Several regions, some smaller, some bigger Gameplay 9/10 Very satisfying. The climbing mechanics are extremely good and combat feels very satisfying. Music 7/10 Pretty standard OVERALL: 8.4 Conclusion: For a 2013 game, this is    Story 7/10
    Standard TR Story, it carried me through.

    Graphics 10/10
    For a 2013 game, the graphics are insane and still good in 2021

    World 9/10
    Several regions, some smaller, some bigger

    Gameplay 9/10
    Very satisfying. The climbing mechanics are extremely good and combat feels very satisfying.

    Music 7/10
    Pretty standard

    OVERALL: 8.4

    Conclusion: For a 2013 game, this is still insanely good in 2021. I bought this for 3 Euros and had 40 hours of extreme fun!    … Expand
  81. ningky
    Dec 31, 2019
    9
    This game is totally awesome!!!! Graphics, Story, Cut scenes and Game play are great.
  82. Josephgamers65
    Jul 23, 2021
    9
    I recommend this game to others because the story is pretty solid the mechanics are decent but the whole game, in general, is solid to me nothing crazy because the mechanics are really buggy and u can't run barely can jump so it makes it a solid game I give Tomb Raider an 8/10
  83. garethvine22
    Apr 25, 2020
    9
    Tomb Raider renova a saga de forma magnifica, trazendo uma aventura repleta de desafios e personagens cativantes!
  84. Genek13
    Nov 19, 2019
    9
    Great reboot to beloved franchise of Lara.
    More darker and story focus that all previous ones.
  85. Ordnik
    May 26, 2021
    9
    Even if sometimes some puzzles drive you mad, can't deny that this game is legendary. Game is full of so many good actions, and character development is quite nice. Good gameplay, good graphics, not so good but fine AI.
  86. KarolP
    Dec 3, 2020
    9
    Remarkable return of Tomb Raider series. TB needed some new approach and it was found infallibly. The game started new trilogy, encouraged fans to come back and gain those who hadn't played TB before. It is action adventure TPP game. Both fight and puzzles are interesting and not boring through whole game (but sometimes it is quite riddiculous that this tiny girl kills dozens of enemies atRemarkable return of Tomb Raider series. TB needed some new approach and it was found infallibly. The game started new trilogy, encouraged fans to come back and gain those who hadn't played TB before. It is action adventure TPP game. Both fight and puzzles are interesting and not boring through whole game (but sometimes it is quite riddiculous that this tiny girl kills dozens of enemies at the time). Creation of protagonist, young Lara who wants to find her passion and nature is more than interesing and convincing. Story is exciting. Created world (semi-opened) is amazing. Views are beautiful, sometimes outstanding. Some locations will knock your socks off. Of course, couple of textures don't look very good right now, but most of them are remarkable. Music and sound are very good through all game.
    Tomb Raider offers great, exciting campaign for one player. Due to the world creation and Lara's charm it is worth playing more than once. It is a little bit of loss that multiplayer wasn't full-fledged and more popular.    … Expand
  87. Explicit_Sage
    Jun 27, 2020
    9
    A great game with stellar gameplay, great at atmosphere and satisfying progression. Only negatives can be a poor story and bad side characters. But the events and experiences you go through as Lara makes those issues minor. Worth your money.
  88. Alvelian
    Dec 14, 2022
    9
    Бодрые перестрелки, неплохие головоломки, довольно высокий уровень жестокости и красивая главная героиня :) Есть пара неплохих локаций. Сюжет не то чтобы очень интересный но для адвенчуры нормально.
  89. Jonneeyy
    Mar 30, 2021
    9
    Was ein geiles Spiel. Geiles Gameplay, mega Graphik, tolle Charaktere und eine spannende Geschichte. Dieses Spiel ist ein Fest. Der einzige Kritikpunkt liegt darin, dass manche Sammelgegenstände so platziert sind, dass man später wieder kommen muss. Und wer möchte anstatt seine Freunde zu retten nochmal zu einem anderen Lagerfeuer reisen und Bauteile zu sammeln?
    Dennoch ist die sonstige    Was ein geiles Spiel. Geiles Gameplay, mega Graphik, tolle Charaktere und eine spannende Geschichte. Dieses Spiel ist ein Fest. Der einzige Kritikpunkt liegt darin, dass manche Sammelgegenstände so platziert sind, dass man später wieder kommen muss. Und wer möchte anstatt seine Freunde zu retten nochmal zu einem anderen Lagerfeuer reisen und Bauteile zu sammeln?
    Dennoch ist die sonstige Sammelei so gut wie selten, weil Lara beinahe jeden Gegenstand kommentiert und beschreibt.    … Expand
  90. Wrathzo
    Mar 20, 2022
    9
    Tomb Raider is a 2013 action-adventure video game developed by Crystal Dynamics and published by Square Enix's European subsidiary. It is the tenth main game in the Tomb Raider franchise and is a reboot of the series, acting as the first instalment in the Survivor trilogy that reconstructs the origins of Lara Croft. Gameplay elements focus more on survival, although exploration is usedTomb Raider is a 2013 action-adventure video game developed by Crystal Dynamics and published by Square Enix's European subsidiary. It is the tenth main game in the Tomb Raider franchise and is a reboot of the series, acting as the first instalment in the Survivor trilogy that reconstructs the origins of Lara Croft. Gameplay elements focus more on survival, although exploration is used within the game when exploring the island and various optional tombs.… Expand
  91. MiddleMufo
    Aug 31, 2020
    9
    Gran juego de la mano de Square Enix. Hacía muchísimo que no jugaba videojuegos y con este juego me volví a reenganchar en este mundo de los videojuegos.
  92. VashloveNpeace
    Jul 24, 2020
    9
    Love this version of Tomb Raider. Its AWESOME! The visual is great and the gameplay is fun!
  93. lemon1921
    Jun 24, 2020
    9
    This is my first Tomb Raider game. I decided to play this series due to it being a very similar genre to my favorite series, Uncharted. I was not disappointed! The story is very, very good (though maybe slightly less good in the very last 20 minutes or so. I don't really love the supernatural angle). Lara Croft is a survivor and a badass. The story is VERY good and memorable. TheThis is my first Tomb Raider game. I decided to play this series due to it being a very similar genre to my favorite series, Uncharted. I was not disappointed! The story is very, very good (though maybe slightly less good in the very last 20 minutes or so. I don't really love the supernatural angle). Lara Croft is a survivor and a badass. The story is VERY good and memorable. The graphics are fantastic. This is a game I'll play over and over again.… Expand
  94. drfranconi
    Jun 30, 2021
    9
    I'm playing this game in 2021. Still a great game with a good story and gameplay. I just bought the sequel
  95. pcoku
    Jun 28, 2020
    9
    A great game with great game mechanics and storytelling! It's actually quite fun using and upgrading weapons (the bow of course is really fun!). I will admit that when it drifted a little more towards supernatural for the storytelling I didn't think it was necessary, but at the same time it didn't really detract and was going in that direction, so it wasn't out of place. Beautiful sceneryA great game with great game mechanics and storytelling! It's actually quite fun using and upgrading weapons (the bow of course is really fun!). I will admit that when it drifted a little more towards supernatural for the storytelling I didn't think it was necessary, but at the same time it didn't really detract and was going in that direction, so it wasn't out of place. Beautiful scenery and graphics and just a solid, fun game!… Expand
  96. LironesAlviento
    Jul 31, 2020
    9
    Le pongo un 9 porque es el primero aunque me guste mas el siguiente titulo, pero en su epoca fue uno de mis juegos preferidos y ahora en 2020 lo he vuelto a jugar y me ha seguido encantando.
  97. storygamer
    Sep 3, 2020
    9
    The incarnation of the classic Tomb Raider series worked out beautifully. Everything from graphics to controls to even Lara Croft´s appearance look stunning. It´s like a mix between the old games of the franchise and Uncharted. Really cool!
  98. Spajry
    Aug 9, 2020
    9
    It was free, so I claimed it and played. I was excited, pretty good game.

    +graphics
    +story
    +gameplay

    -head movement

    I didnt experienced any bug or something similar. Recommendation 9/10
  99. adam_carl
    Aug 19, 2020
    9
    This is my favourite tomb raider game,I play this game about 15 times in the last few years and still the best...action,chaos,supernatural events woahh this is the game what we always wanted
  100. moranop
    Mar 25, 2022
    9
    For me, is awesome! For a 2013 game, it´s a masterpiece. I like a lot of things of this game. The only negativa is that is has too mucho cinematics in game.
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#18 Best PC Game of 2013
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 18 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 17 out of 18
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 18
  3. Negative: 0 out of 18
  1. PC Master (Greece)
    Jun 10, 2013
    92
    The new incarnation of the iconic Lara Craft might very well be one of the best games out there right now. [April 2013]
  2. PC PowerPlay
    Mar 30, 2013
    90
    Everything you could want from an archeological adventure, except having to press six keys to mantle. [Apr 2013, p.80]
  3. DarkStation
    Mar 19, 2013
    80
    While not every promising idea Tomb Raider has is pulled off successfully, it nevertheless turns in a tense and memorable ride that combines modern game design with its forebears’ adventurous spirit in some exciting ways. Some of its missteps may well come at the cost of your enjoyment, but most can’t hope to hurt the adventure in the long run. Although it never fully finds its identity, this is a game and a story worth seeing through.
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