Rise of the Tomb Raider: 20 Year Celebration

 PlayStation 4
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8.0

Generally favorable reviews- based on 1996 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1,491 out of 1996
  2. Mixed: 363 out of 1996
  3. Negative: 142 out of 1996
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  1. Steyraus
    Dec 6, 2020
    6
    The Tomb Raider reboot was one of my favourite games of the generation. After the rain high praise from critics and decent sales of this game I really tried hard to like it full stop but it ended up taking me 3 years to actually finish the game. Where the first game was an amazing action-packed adventure that blended old and new together perfectly this game is a slow trudging experienceThe Tomb Raider reboot was one of my favourite games of the generation. After the rain high praise from critics and decent sales of this game I really tried hard to like it full stop but it ended up taking me 3 years to actually finish the game. Where the first game was an amazing action-packed adventure that blended old and new together perfectly this game is a slow trudging experience trying to coffee Uncharted rather than being its own thing. Lara went from being an absolutely beautiful badass to being an annoying whining little princess in this game. The overall experience feels far too long there's hardly any combats most of your time is jumping around and solving stupid puzzles.… Expand
  2. charls_0404
    Dec 3, 2020
    9
    Excelente juego, muy divertido, muchas cosas por hacer, la duración perfecta (ni muy largo, ni muy corto), Lara como siempre Hermosisima y super carismatica. Super recomendado el juego
  3. ali__ebi
    Nov 29, 2020
    8
    it was better than the previous version of this game but still has some bugs that make some issues for you to run or use the rope easily.
  4. Emaytch
    Nov 29, 2020
    9
    Great game. Playability is really nice. Graphics and story are nice. The upgraded rythme is well done.
    Yes, some levels looks 'the same'. It's a slow pace game with a lot of stealth action. I really enjoyed it.
  5. Bro2
    Nov 23, 2020
    9
    Much better than uncharted 4 while basically being the same game. Much more choice and the game isn’t nearly as linear as uncharted so it feels like you’re discovering something instead of being led through a single path
  6. Mindurbidniss
    Nov 17, 2020
    8
    This game really blew me away. The amount of graphical detail shows the time and love the devs put into this title. The combat feels punchy, brutal, quick and deadly (on harder difficulty). The puzzles are also a great change in pace, and though there aren't many of them, they can be quite challenging. The only downside to this game would be the plot, it's incredibly weak to the point ofThis game really blew me away. The amount of graphical detail shows the time and love the devs put into this title. The combat feels punchy, brutal, quick and deadly (on harder difficulty). The puzzles are also a great change in pace, and though there aren't many of them, they can be quite challenging. The only downside to this game would be the plot, it's incredibly weak to the point of questioning the villain's motivation.

    All in all this game is absolutely worth checking out    … Expand
  7. CoreGamer1408
    Nov 10, 2020
    6
    Play one of the new Tomb Raiders played them all type of vibe. More of the same as the first game. Yeah it looks nice, but the "game" alternates between overtly scripted BS and/or QTE events for that cinematic look. Or copy/paste survival mechanics in small limited zones. The combat was easy I hardly used any health. Some of the jumping sections kind of glitched out now and again.

    I'd    Play one of the new Tomb Raiders played them all type of vibe. More of the same as the first game. Yeah it looks nice, but the "game" alternates between overtly scripted BS and/or QTE events for that cinematic look. Or copy/paste survival mechanics in small limited zones. The combat was easy I hardly used any health. Some of the jumping sections kind of glitched out now and again.

    I'd rather watch this as Lara Croft the animated movie. It is boring in its predictability gameplay wise. I had the chance to play this before (and the third game) via family, but I passed. This one was a free drop this year on the paid PS+ services.    … Expand
  8. 5KIx
    Oct 31, 2020
    10
    Это просто офигенная игра советую просто шикарно я не знаю что написать я уже наиграл 90 часов и не собираюсь останавливаться .
  9. Reav84ykt
    Oct 19, 2020
    0
    The embodiment of stereotypes about Russia and the USSR! I am from eastern siberia, I have never seen such landscapes in my life. Cranberry!
  10. Orhan0813
    Oct 16, 2020
    10
    The graphics are gorgeous and alive. The story is dark and intriguing. The action is pure cinematic gold. Arguably the best Tomb Raider game out of the Survivor Trilogy (Tomb Raider 2013- Shadow of the Tomb Raider)
  11. Dr_Unk
    Oct 12, 2020
    8
    I did like this game. However, when I got closer to the end of the game, something just felt off. It got to the point where I would rush through the game just to get to the end. Other than that, A good sequel to the rebooted Tomb Raider series
  12. yolo004
    Oct 8, 2020
    3
    The story didn't really get me hooked, the graphics are pretty bad although there are some nice visuals and the gameplay is okay but not awesome, I played this game relatively late but I think it didn't age well.
  13. BallzyDan
    Oct 6, 2020
    2
    Looks great, plays out very boring. Where to jump to next, what stupid puzzle to solve next. Like uncharted 2 with less shooting
  14. Delta_Rexxus
    Oct 2, 2020
    10
    OTRO TOMB RAIDER INFRAVALORADO???? Que raro no??? No se como puede existir una saga de videojuegos que es perfecta y siga siendo tan infravalorada. Facilmente puedo decir de que Tomb Raider sea una de las sagas mas infravaloradas de todos los tiempos. Sabiendo que es un juegazo de altas calidades a los que pocos juegos pueden aspirar. facilmente esta saga podría haber tenido 2 GOTY si noOTRO TOMB RAIDER INFRAVALORADO???? Que raro no??? No se como puede existir una saga de videojuegos que es perfecta y siga siendo tan infravalorada. Facilmente puedo decir de que Tomb Raider sea una de las sagas mas infravaloradas de todos los tiempos. Sabiendo que es un juegazo de altas calidades a los que pocos juegos pueden aspirar. facilmente esta saga podría haber tenido 2 GOTY si no fuera por la sobrevaloración de otros juegos y lo infravalorada que esta esta saga HISTÓRICA QUE LLEVA CON LOS VIDEOJUEGOS A HOMBROS DESDE 1996. Y poca gente sabe agradecerle todo lo que ha hecho. SOLO DIGO UNA COSA, los que dicen que es una mierda de juego y que LO HAN JUGADO COMPLETO!! DECIRME UNA SOLA COSA MALA DE ESTE TITULO. Graficos increibles, jugabilidad increible, historia buena, Platino divertido, Mapa grande Y DENSO, progreso al jugar la historia (habilidades, mejoras de armas). Sabes cual es el problema, que hay gente ignorante que ni siquiera juega los juegos para criticarlos. PRIMERO JUGARLOS Y LUEGO CRITICAR. ESA CRITICA SE CONVERTIRA EN BUENA AL JUGARLO.… Expand
  15. Talabeer
    Sep 17, 2020
    6
    Tomb Raider es un Uncharted mal. El primero está guay y se salva. Esta segunda parte no hay por dónde cogerla.
  16. danield80
    Sep 17, 2020
    7
    Just the title "Rise of the Tomb Raider" says enough about the game. It's utterly bland, generic and overall mediocre. It do look good, play well and run well but it lacks a plot, good characters and a spark. Its broken semi-open world certainly isn't worth going through for a second time.
    Rise didn't stand up to the 2013's instalment and it will easily blend with other mediocre games and    Just the title "Rise of the Tomb Raider" says enough about the game. It's utterly bland, generic and overall mediocre. It do look good, play well and run well but it lacks a plot, good characters and a spark. Its broken semi-open world certainly isn't worth going through for a second time.
    Rise didn't stand up to the 2013's instalment and it will easily blend with other mediocre games and eventually will fall into the abyss of oblivion.
    The franchise can only dream about its long gone fame while being an Xbox exclusivity, smh.    … Expand
  17. Grippz
    Sep 9, 2020
    9
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  18. ToshLichev
    Sep 8, 2020
    7
    For me Tomb Raider has never been much more than the starting-off point from which a much better franchise took notes and was born (Uncharted) but when I played the 2013 reboot I felt like the devs might be on to something - and they were... sort of. Rise of The Tomb Raider is a decent sequel that manages to do everything a sequel should techincally, it manages to fix gameplay problems,For me Tomb Raider has never been much more than the starting-off point from which a much better franchise took notes and was born (Uncharted) but when I played the 2013 reboot I felt like the devs might be on to something - and they were... sort of. Rise of The Tomb Raider is a decent sequel that manages to do everything a sequel should techincally, it manages to fix gameplay problems, gives you more options, takes you to new and (kind of) interesting locations and it serves as an evolution of it's predecessor.
    So why did I end up feeling like the game was just "Fairly good", despite liking most of the gameplay, the locations and the mechanics. Easy - the story and characters. The game's story is filled to the brim with every Indiana Jones-esque cliche known to man. There isn't a single plot point which you don't see coming a mile away, and the few twists it tries to pull never get the chance to make an impact because of how little you care for the characters and what happens to them. Not wanting to see Lara fall to her death aside, I couldn't give less of a **** about what she felt, what she wanted or the whole "father-daughter" plot they did (I swear I zoned out every time that came up).

    RISE OF THE TOMB RAIDER: 20 YEAR CELEBRATION is a great game gameplay-wise and you can have a lot of fun with it, but it just feels hollow, it lacks any emotional pull. You'll find yourself trailing off into side-activities constantly because they just feel far more interesting than the campaign itself.
    That is why I'm rating it a very light 7/10./    … Expand
  19. getrwuegyweh
    Sep 6, 2020
    5
    Take all the good aspects from the first Tomb Raider game in this reboot, and crap most of them back out. The story is all over the place and the dialogue is wank. Graphics are stunning and it's great you can choose framerate or performance or 4k etc.... nice touch... but gameplay wise... this is atrocious. It feels like PS1 controls all over again. The combat is incredibly clunky... noTake all the good aspects from the first Tomb Raider game in this reboot, and crap most of them back out. The story is all over the place and the dialogue is wank. Graphics are stunning and it's great you can choose framerate or performance or 4k etc.... nice touch... but gameplay wise... this is atrocious. It feels like PS1 controls all over again. The combat is incredibly clunky... no wonder this game was free. The first game is miles better.… Expand
  20. Thunderbold
    Sep 6, 2020
    9
    I really enjoyed the Tombraider reboots, I think the producer has done a fantastic job.
    Gameplay 8,5: How you move around is great, unlike the originals you generally have no problems moving around, no irritations on going where you didn't want to go etc. except jumping to the climbing arrows. However on higher difficulty level: enemies know exactly where you are at almost any point in    I really enjoyed the Tombraider reboots, I think the producer has done a fantastic job.
    Gameplay 8,5: How you move around is great, unlike the originals you generally have no problems moving around, no irritations on going where you didn't want to go etc. except jumping to the climbing arrows. However on higher difficulty level: enemies know exactly where you are at almost any point in time, making stealth around almost impossible. Also I like the more cinematic approach with the camera rather then the static from behind of the originals.
    Graphics 9,5: great environment, breathtaking architecture, many times at aw, especially the tracks in the snow and the bright light effect at the end of tunnels/caves.
    Story 9: although subjective; I'm a huge fan of Indiana Jones the Last Crusade and it's story. This is quite similar; be it in a more snowy environment. Jonah from the prequel makes a rentree which I liked. Lara seems to have character development since her last venture and generally is less scared/fearful of what happens around her. Also the twists and turns of secondary characters are original (mainly Anna and Jacob). That same goes for bringing back the Croft Manor from the original and make that into it's own story, separate from the main storyline, I really loved that! The way they do puzzles here is extremely original, having to combine clues and really study them instead of the usual jumping pulling levers puzzles.
    Conclusion: 9 Although there are a few things I didn't mention before, the game isn't without a few bugs here and there. Being a kid from the 90's it doesn't really bother me as long as it's kept to a minimum, as it does. Definitely recommend the game to anyone who considers it!    … Expand
  21. bergcamp101
    Sep 2, 2020
    8
    Some new things have been added since the first game, and overall it's a good game with nice plot, and creative areas to explore.
  22. xaviar_nl
    Aug 26, 2020
    6
    The game started quite well, but as it progresses it gets more and more a fighting game and less and less an exploration/puzzle game. And if the fighting supported a stealthy play style, I would not mind that, but the game does not really do that. Sooner or later you are using your weapons in straight up combat situations. However, the controls (at least on the PS4) are IMHO not tightThe game started quite well, but as it progresses it gets more and more a fighting game and less and less an exploration/puzzle game. And if the fighting supported a stealthy play style, I would not mind that, but the game does not really do that. Sooner or later you are using your weapons in straight up combat situations. However, the controls (at least on the PS4) are IMHO not tight enough for a good fighting game. And even on the lowest difficulty, in the last part of the game I found the fights very frustrating.

    This game gives me the same feels as the Uncharted games: I like the idea, but in the end they are too much fighty and too less exploration/platforming/puzzling. So just a 6 from me for that.    … Expand
  23. harmit900
    Aug 20, 2020
    0
    finally i now realised whats wrong with new tomb raider games . old tomb raider games till year 2000 and anniversary are beautiful and the sites she visit have historical value they are not fictional places and enemies have guns rarely most enemies are supernatural lara croft was more awesome and confident most importantly those games are beautiful
  24. tariq_almandhar
    Aug 16, 2020
    9
    لعبة جميلة جدا بعالمها وشخيصتها ونظام لعبها ومهامها وألغازها لعبة لا تندم على لعبها نظام القتل بالأسلحة جميل بالرغم من بساطته ونظام الإغتيال جميل كذلك
  25. dragosinsc
    Aug 10, 2020
    10
  26. RusFlexMen
    Aug 10, 2020
    8
    Сюжет в игре захватывает с головой, а особенно атмосферная музыка в конце, если вслушиваться, то можно даже пустить слезу. Графика потрясает своей атомсферностью и шикарностью. Катсцены поставлены на очень хорошем уровне и лицевая анимация не ниже. Но есть один минус - не ясно, как играть по сети и собирать документы, искать различные фрески монолиты очень сильно утомляет, а особенно меняСюжет в игре захватывает с головой, а особенно атмосферная музыка в конце, если вслушиваться, то можно даже пустить слезу. Графика потрясает своей атомсферностью и шикарностью. Катсцены поставлены на очень хорошем уровне и лицевая анимация не ниже. Но есть один минус - не ясно, как играть по сети и собирать документы, искать различные фрески монолиты очень сильно утомляет, а особенно меня - игрока, который пытается проходить почти каждую игру на платину. Моя оценка - 8/10. (language - Russian)… Expand
  27. Daniel2005
    Aug 10, 2020
    8
    Phenomenal semi-open world game! For me, gameplay vise it is an easy 9/10 (mele system needs some improvements) But the game has some gamebreaking bugs that is incredible frustrating to encounter. Otherwise it is 9/10 and must play for everyone who likes exploration of the semi-open world with upgrade systems of the abbilities and weapons! Amazing experience!
  28. TheJudgmental
    Aug 8, 2020
    9
    I was mad at this game for awhile because of the Xbox exclusiveness **** But I can't stay mad at my girl for long. This game was great.
  29. Dylan30
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    Totally worth playing, and definitely a good adventure game with a complex type of puzzles. Additionally, the baba yaga dlc is also good, bringing lara croft back to it's roots of fighting mythical creatures from past games, 10/10.
  30. Zislbog
    Aug 7, 2020
    7
    Rise of Tomb Raider, wasn't as good of game as its predecessor in terms of the story, but it still delivered a fun and enjoyable game.
  31. HKolomar
    Aug 6, 2020
    10
    you owe it to yourself to play it! everything is top notch! the story the atmospher everythinggg
  32. downuparrows
    Aug 5, 2020
    5
    Story is predictable, characters are boring. Exploring locations is the worst part of the game, except for tombs. There are so many collectables, finding them wasn't fun even at the beginning. Challenges are kinda fun. Side missions are a bit less boring than searching for collectables. Some outfits are just the same as the previous one but with little changes. Sounds of guns are meh.Story is predictable, characters are boring. Exploring locations is the worst part of the game, except for tombs. There are so many collectables, finding them wasn't fun even at the beginning. Challenges are kinda fun. Side missions are a bit less boring than searching for collectables. Some outfits are just the same as the previous one but with little changes. Sounds of guns are meh. Shooting feels ok, not bad but not good either. It's a must have for those who just likes playing video games to relax. If you are looking for masterpiece story and fun gameplay, better buy Uncharted 4, which is in my opinion better at every aspect.… Expand
  33. Gamepro3093
    Aug 2, 2020
    10
    Definitely worth trying. Great gameplay, great story, great graphics and plenty of content to keep you busy.
  34. p1menta
    Aug 2, 2020
    9
    Again: Uncharted is only rated so high because of sexism. Tomb Raider is 10 thousand times better, and this newest trilogy is super cool, and pretty and fun
  35. HaloFever
    Aug 2, 2020
    7
    Sometimes this feels like a good game. When set pieces are crashing around Lara and deadly armies are swarming just out of sight, the game feels exhilarating and polished. When you have Lara climbing the next cookie cutter tree to grab feathers to make more arrows, the game feels like an uninspired chore.

    The game is actually quite small and quite short. I think Square Enix needs to    Sometimes this feels like a good game. When set pieces are crashing around Lara and deadly armies are swarming just out of sight, the game feels exhilarating and polished. When you have Lara climbing the next cookie cutter tree to grab feathers to make more arrows, the game feels like an uninspired chore.

    The game is actually quite small and quite short. I think Square Enix needs to know that I am fine with that. In an era when you can play a Fortnite or a Destiny free all day every day, I admire quality over quantity in my single player games. What Rise of the Tomb Raider does to make itself look bigger is add an unrewarding crafting mechanic. You can collect resources such as wood, feathers, and metal chunks to upgrade your weapons and make ammunition. If you ever thought Indiana Jones would be better if had to McGuyver every bullet, then Rise of the Tomb Raider is the game for you. The game also throws in optional missions and exotic animal hunts that reuse areas so Square Enix can further pad playtime. (We know that Lara grew up with privilege, but does she have to flaunt it by hunting down endangered species?). This might be fine in a Red Dead game with giant, open areas. The areas in Rise of the Tomb Raider are laughably tiny.

    The game also throws in mandatory battles as roadblocks. The game seems to revel in its stealth mechanics. Lara can sneak up behind enemies to choke them to death or shoot them with a silent arrow. That is until one enemy sees her, and then everyone has X-ray vision to know her position. In some scripted sequences, enemies drop from the ceiling in a pre-alerted state. My gripe with the first Tomb Raider reboot is that the game went full Call of Duty too often and that gripe extends to this sequel. Worst of all, the gunplay is incredibly easy because of how many hits Lara can take in the regular mode. I started using the bow to fight enemies because it added some challenge. Eventually I rushed nearly all enemies to beat them to death with Lara’s climbing ax. The final boss fight is the culmination of all of the terrible combat design in this game. No spoilers except to say that the game mechanics will betray Lara.

    The tombs in the game are a mixed bag. Like the Uncharted games, there are puzzles to solve. Unlike Uncharted, the puzzles are all optional. After feeling like I was playing on easy mode, I stopped raiding tombs. All of them are simple physics puzzles that involve climbing and pulling things with rope arrows. There is no need to consult a notebook like in Uncharted. None of the puzzles felt cool.

    The star of the game is the environment even if most of the climbable surfaces seem to float in midair rather than part of the natural surface of a cliff face. As Lara climbs these surfaces, they break and fall away in a perpetual rockslide/earthquake. Lara looks light but she must weigh over 2000 pounds, because well worn paths fall to pieces when she steps on them. Later in the game, Lara passes buy armies of deadly killers and they march in unison and she climbs covertly. I think in a better game, Lara would move about silently more often and wouldn’t need to carry an arsenal of weapons on her back.

    The story is a non-starter. Square Enix seems to meld the story of Batman with Indiana Jones as Lara goes on adventures because of her dead father. Unlike Batman, she ruthlessly kills about 100 people. Lara even makes Indiana Jones look like a pacifist. There is thing and even though the bad guys don’t know were to find the thing and Lara does, the bad guys will always be one step ahead of Lara. This time around, Lara also makes new allies, and annoyingly apologetic as they keep threatening to kill her. My main complaint is with the tribe of Siberian people that all speak perfect English with a British accent. Lara never considers this to be suspicious.

    All-in-all, Rise of the Tomb Raider is mediocre game. On PS4, it is far outclassed by Uncharted 4 in every respect. If you have played Uncharted 4, I recommend playing it again rather than playing Rise of the Tomb Raider. The 20 Year Celebration edition adds a short “Gone Home” style scavenger hunt in Lara’s mansion. This is a nice bonus but adds little to the overall experience. Rise of the Tomb Raider is also infected with micro transactions for score attacks style game modes. I honestly do not know why anyone would keep playing this game after the story ends. I know Rise of the Tomb Raider was not a big seller for Square Enix. One reason for poor sales was their dumb decision to have time exclusivity on Xbox. Another was their inability to make good games.    … Expand
  36. Eyes_Grim
    Aug 2, 2020
    6
    Mediocre action-adventure game with a nice and somewhat boring story. Feels too much of an Open World survivor game, made by an Indie studio.
  37. miccael
    Aug 2, 2020
    7
    No spoilers here. Core gameplay is not bad, engaging and often gives you more tools to use. Open world exploration part is fun but you dont need to do it if you dont want to. It mostly gives you experience, new skills and stuff like that. I did not like the jumping part sometimes, especially from one ledge to another when you have to select direction. I also dont understand why there is noNo spoilers here. Core gameplay is not bad, engaging and often gives you more tools to use. Open world exploration part is fun but you dont need to do it if you dont want to. It mostly gives you experience, new skills and stuff like that. I did not like the jumping part sometimes, especially from one ledge to another when you have to select direction. I also dont understand why there is no blind fire from cover. And no clear tutorial on how to use "special ammo".
    Story is ...okay. The problem is that we the PlayStation players have so many similar games like this that have better story. There is not enough character development to connect with previous and future games. So I could not care for others apart from Lara. Ending dragged a lot. So called “ending boss battle” is just as cliche as you can imagine. And final cutscene clearly sets up "sequel".
    There is definitely replayability value but not very high. They were some tedious puzzles, but I had to look up how to solve only once. I am glad that PlayStation gave it for free on PS plus, as I would’ve never bought it really, not a big fan of TR but am a fan of 3rd person games like this. Game is worth it for a heavy discount price I think (or free).
    For 2020 the graphics hold up, they are not NextGen but they’re good enough. I would’ve loved to have 60 FPS, but even without it it’s definitely playable.
    Bugs: few bugs exist, reload of checkpoint helped.
    Reviewed on PS4 (standard edition)    … Expand
  38. JFeixasNix
    Aug 1, 2020
    10
    So much talk about Uncharted, not enough about the new Tomb Raider.... Maybe its the lack of marketing, or rather the beastly marketing team of Naughty dog, who knows

    Fantastic game, similar to Uncharted ,but let's remember its Uncharted that was inspired on Tomb Raider. This game has most of uncharted good parts but also adds a lot of non-linear stuff, its a semi-open world that you    So much talk about Uncharted, not enough about the new Tomb Raider.... Maybe its the lack of marketing, or rather the beastly marketing team of Naughty dog, who knows

    Fantastic game, similar to Uncharted ,but let's remember its Uncharted that was inspired on Tomb Raider.
    This game has most of uncharted good parts but also adds a lot of non-linear stuff, its a semi-open world that you go back and forth to discover new things once you get new items and upgrades. Puzzles are far harder than uncharted but not too hard.
    Also, why not... Lara is REALLY LOT. Lol
    In general its a fantastic game that any hardcore game will enjoy. Strongly recommended.    … Expand
  39. Defer94ARG
    Jul 30, 2020
    0
    If you want a game with a really good story, characters and dialogues, a game with great and compelling and fun gameplay then... stay away from this game. What can i say. The story is so basic and full of cliches that it was physically painful at times. The dialogues are so bad that i think the writers have 12 years old each, and at no moment i even care about the characters. Even Lara isIf you want a game with a really good story, characters and dialogues, a game with great and compelling and fun gameplay then... stay away from this game. What can i say. The story is so basic and full of cliches that it was physically painful at times. The dialogues are so bad that i think the writers have 12 years old each, and at no moment i even care about the characters. Even Lara is a shallow character. The bad guys are just so cartoony that the main villain even has a big scar on his face, a eastern european religious fanatic that only wants to kill to get an artifact that gives eternal life. Yea, thats new.
    Then you have the gameplay. The gameplay is clumsy. At best. Its not terrible, but i would not play this game for fun. The IA and the combats arent really funny, especially because (at least on ps4) is actually painful to aim. The map is full of markers (like a Ubi game) but there is little reward to collect everything. Some of the documents contain stories and some artifacts you find can give you some information about the world you are in. That was the best part, but the other 500 chests containing paper, deer skins or other materials you could get by playing the game, are just there to make the game look longer.

    The only good part is the artistic one. I like the map, its not great, but the ruins of the bizantine city are just great. The artifacts are also great, and you can notice they put a lot of work in the map design.

    So, in conclusion: Terrible story, basic gameplay and great artistic direction. This is not Uncharted, even when it tries so hard. Play this only if you want to explore the ruins of bizantine cities, soviet camps and siberian forests. There is nothing more of value in this game. It can be fun at moments, and tedious in others. Overall an average game. Clearly overrated.    … Expand
  40. omglioromg
    Jul 28, 2020
    0
    This game ssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssucks.
    Lara survive one million near death experiences in a row, go ahead and do stupid stuff for the sake of fun such as jump and swim inside green water with dead people, she uses exploding device to explode a tomb she didn't have time to place the explosives in, this game does not feel nor look like tomb raider at all linear path and rush rush    This game ssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssucks.
    Lara survive one million near death experiences in a row, go ahead and do stupid stuff for the sake of fun such as jump and swim inside green water with dead people, she uses exploding device to explode a tomb she didn't have time to place the explosives in, this game does not feel nor look like tomb raider at all linear path and rush rush rush rush 100% of the times the first lucky step she make, she will fall safely into a cave full of gold coins, each and every step of the way is a movie I never felt like I was allowed to walk one centimeter where I wanted to go. death scenes are there which is pointless and not needed, this is a video game not a movie, stop showing dead moments in great detail, let me play a tomb raider game. as a fan of almost all of her games, this is the one and only lara croft game I hated, why are you keep talking about "her dad" but never show him in a flash back? tomb raider 4 from 2001 got this better by letting you play with her father figure for about an hour before you are going on a solo advanture that had million of rooms to go, millions of hidden secrets that didnt contain "lore found: +22 experience" they contained bullets and medkits because they were secrets inside a game, not a bonus to a terrible movie which is dressed up as a game. tomb raider 3 will always be the best tombraider because it was a platforming game that gave you a lot of places to go, and rewarded thinking before moving, this is not lara croft the smart lady, if she is jumping into death traps and slug water for the funny. nope.    … Expand
  41. sBrown94
    Jul 27, 2020
    4
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Started off quite promising but got boring very quickly. Didn't care for any of the characters or the story to be honest, so much so that when Konstantin was spouting whatever his dying words were I didn't even wait for him to finish before blasting him in the face.

    The traversal aspect was fairly good although it became more of a chore after a while. Speaking of chores, nothing let's this game down more than its combat, it is so painfully awful that I dreaded every encounter. I started the game on seasoned raider difficulty but had to change to adventurer because the combat just sucks so bad. Once I got roughly half way through the game I just wanted it to end.

    I'm glad that I didn't pay for this game else I'd be even more disappointed. If you're looking for a good action adventure game just play uncharted instead.    … Expand
  42. tjcorpz
    Jul 25, 2020
    7
    Good story and decent game play overall. Nothing new. All mechanics are mostly identical to the 1st Tomb Raider game reboot. Voice acting seems kinda off for some scenarios.
  43. 5150-Gonzo
    Jul 24, 2020
    9
    The best Tomb Raider has ever been. This game is beautiful, fun, and full of tombs too try and solve. If you liked the reboot, you'll be right at home here. This game improves over everything in that game, and has far more too explore and see.
  44. heartbreakerRU
    Jul 24, 2020
    9
    Интересные локации которые увлекательно иследовать, отличный геймплей, сюжет обычный примитивный для таких приключенческих игр. Хорошая игра, мне понравилась.
  45. SirSoil
    Jul 23, 2020
    9
    Rise Of The Tomb Raider is a fantastic game, with amazing platforming great combat a decent story and an engaging soundtrack. The gameplay is mostly good the level design is impressive and the combat sections are creative, the skill tree is simple so is the crafting system as well. The story in the other hand is decent with good story telling and good twists, however the ending is mostlyRise Of The Tomb Raider is a fantastic game, with amazing platforming great combat a decent story and an engaging soundtrack. The gameplay is mostly good the level design is impressive and the combat sections are creative, the skill tree is simple so is the crafting system as well. The story in the other hand is decent with good story telling and good twists, however the ending is mostly mediocre due to the main villain, he even makes the final fight pathetic which is sad because the games combat is excellent. There is other modes as well like missions challenges and survival modes which are all neat additions supported by a very unique card system that works wonderfully. Rise Of The Tomb Raider is a game that is wonderfully made to make you get engaged at almost everything, mostly the amazing platforming and the great combat, you can also say the story and the other modes are good as well. (Amazing 4/5) Your Missing Out!… Expand
  46. Rwgp922
    Jul 22, 2020
    7
    Fun and enjoyable adventure with a pretty basic plot and generic gameplay. Its nothing new, but still worth a playthrough
  47. Mr1
    Jul 22, 2020
    9
    Нормальная интересная игра, много классных моментов, не вызывала скуки или мыслей "ну скоро там конец", хотелось играть еще
  48. DannyQuill
    Jul 22, 2020
    6
    I love the first Tomb raider reboot and enjoy the new incarnation story a lot but this time around the story is very familiar and very basic your go to adventure. The gameplay is always fun but the story is such mediocre with all the uninnovative cliches.
  49. Guitofm
    Jul 21, 2020
    7
    A Gameplay é bem divertida e te prende. É bem interessante e simples as evolução da árvore de habilidades, oq permite uma fácil compreensão de seu funcionamento. Os gráficos estão muito bonitos e ocorreram poucos bugs. Porém, achei a história um ponto fraco do jogo, não me deixou tão curioso ou não gerou uma sensação grande de mistério sobre tudo que estava acontecendo.Aparentemente,A Gameplay é bem divertida e te prende. É bem interessante e simples as evolução da árvore de habilidades, oq permite uma fácil compreensão de seu funcionamento. Os gráficos estão muito bonitos e ocorreram poucos bugs. Porém, achei a história um ponto fraco do jogo, não me deixou tão curioso ou não gerou uma sensação grande de mistério sobre tudo que estava acontecendo.Aparentemente, alguns eventos aconteceram muito rápido, de forma que não foi possível se apegar tanto a algumas personagens ou entender de fato os atos delas.… Expand
  50. Subject98
    Jul 21, 2020
    8
    In most respects, this game is improved over the first one. I liked the first Tomb Raider better than the Uncharted games because of it's more open level design, and this game takes that even further by providing a few much larger scale areas to explore at your own pace. None of the exploration feels like boring filler or copy/paste jobs, and the environments look awesome.

    The optional    In most respects, this game is improved over the first one. I liked the first Tomb Raider better than the Uncharted games because of it's more open level design, and this game takes that even further by providing a few much larger scale areas to explore at your own pace. None of the exploration feels like boring filler or copy/paste jobs, and the environments look awesome.

    The optional tombs are still very small in this game, usually providing only one puzzle before the reward. Still would prefer something closer to mini dungeons but these are better than the tombs in the first since they tend to look cooler and the puzzles you have to do feel a bit more inspired.

    Combat functions and feels virtually the same as the first, which isn't a bad thing but it's a generic third person shooter with regenerating health. It's still fun but doesn't provide much challenge, I was able to scrap my way through every fight without having to think and only died once because someone punched me off a ledge.

    This game doesn't saturate you with action though, so it never gets too repetitive as long as you're exploring the world and trying to find everything. I got 100% and probably only about a quarter of my time was spent in combat situations.

    All in all I had a great time with this one, giving it a full score higher than the first for the further improvements to level design.    … Expand
  51. pelya
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Good game! In general, the entire Lara Croft series from Crystal Dynamics is great. I'm waiting for continuation
  52. Mrigotti
    Jul 18, 2020
    10
    Passei horas jogando, lembra muito os antigo e o mundo aberto e s possibilidade de exploração te prendem no jogo
  53. Sus1216
    Jul 16, 2020
    8
    Tras jugar a Tomb Raider(el reinicio), y en cuanto pude, no dudé en pillarme este Rise of the Tomb Raider. Continuamos con la historia de Lara investigando los apuntes de su padre sobre la ciudad perdida de Kítezh y el secreto de la inmortalidad. En esta segunda parte, los escenarios se abren muchísimo más aumentando la exploración para encontrar coleccionables y diferentes objetos para laTras jugar a Tomb Raider(el reinicio), y en cuanto pude, no dudé en pillarme este Rise of the Tomb Raider. Continuamos con la historia de Lara investigando los apuntes de su padre sobre la ciudad perdida de Kítezh y el secreto de la inmortalidad. En esta segunda parte, los escenarios se abren muchísimo más aumentando la exploración para encontrar coleccionables y diferentes objetos para la protagonista. En cuanto al sistema de habilidades, conseguimos desbloquearlas completando misiones, tumbas o desafíos. Durante la aventura, podremos crear botiquines, flechas, etc., con los materiales que vayamos encontrando por los mapas. Una de las novedades es el piolet para escalar, tanto en roca, piedra o hielo. La historia es interesante y si quieres completar el 100% te llevará bastante tiempo, ya que hay multitud de objetos que encontrar. Por otra parte, también hay un nivel extra en la mansión de los Croft en el que al más puto estilo Resident Evil hay que descubrir el secreto que guarda. Es un buen añadido. El tema de multijugador y online no lo he probado porque no me interesa, pero también es un añadido. Un juego muy recomendable.… Expand
  54. Hama_Abbe
    Jul 16, 2020
    10
    This is a freaking masterpiece so so underrated. Just the gameplay and the story and graphics are super good
  55. DOLLAR_376
    Jul 14, 2020
    8
    Great game with good story and gameplay. It does not reach Uncharted levels of excellence but its an amazing adventure-action game nonetheless. Well worth the retail price, specially since this edition comes with a nice special presentation.
  56. superfraggot
    Jul 13, 2020
    0
    PS4 still does not support HDR which makes this entry in the series unacceptably limited. Fairly annoying that they may have wheeled and dealed for an xbox exclusive.
  57. mahdi0502
    Jul 13, 2020
    0
    It was a very, very nonsensical game

    .The game's graphics were really awful
  58. StrohNamiX
    Jul 12, 2020
    7
    Story / Character Development.: I really can't remember any detail. Things were happening. I don't know why but I didn't care anyway. This is not the game for you if you are only interested in the story.

    Graphics / Sound / Atmosphere.: There are some areas that feel a little bit out of place from a design perspective (more gamy, less cinematic / realistic) but all in all it still looks    Story / Character Development.: I really can't remember any detail. Things were happening. I don't know why but I didn't care anyway. This is not the game for you if you are only interested in the story.

    Graphics / Sound / Atmosphere.: There are some areas that feel a little bit out of place from a design perspective (more gamy, less cinematic / realistic) but all in all it still looks really good.

    Gameplay.: The controls are on point. The puzzles are well done. The gameplay is just smooth and pretty fun overall. It's like the first game just with more features. The is nothing groundbreaking however that would push it to a 10/10.

    Conclusion.: Just like first game only slightly better in every aspect. Fluid gameplay. Good graphics. Run of the mill story.

    Story / Character Development.: 4/10
    Graphics / Sound / Atmosphere.: 8/10
    Gameplay.: 9/10

    Result.: 7    … Expand
  59. arostislavna
    Jul 11, 2020
    9
    Absolutely amazing game, the only flaw it has is that "Native Siberian" NPC's speak English.

    The entire series has been washed to whatever language you speak, it breaks the immersion immensely.
  60. KillingHavel
    Jul 10, 2020
    10
    Literalmente um must play pra quem curte jogo de exploração,management de item e uma boa história,a dublagem é umas das melhores na minha opnião,e os outros modos de jogo são um incrível extra pro jogo.
  61. Guillundio
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    Muy bello, recomendable, pude jugar sólo la demo, pero con el plus, lo pude jugar y es muy bueno
  62. LoricSpartan
    Jul 9, 2020
    2
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. 1. Acting not great at all (could be due to poor directing or it could be the actors themselves)
    2. Graphics Great
    3. Soundtrack is good
    4. Language learning systems is nice
    6. Story feels like I am missing something
    7. No photomode :(
    8. Gunplay felt stiff
    9. Individual Character decsions were randomly changed only a few seconds later
    10. Love the crafting system
    11. I swear the soviet installation early in the game uses the same model as something from the first reboot game
    12. Traversal system is not that great
    13. I stopped paying attention during cutscenes constantly
    14. Enemy a.i. not to great
    15. Mashing the circle button to swim faster is not a good idea
    16. Endurance mode is fun
    17. Baba Yaga Dlc is interesting
    18. Had a glitch where Lara hair didn't load in properly
    19. Key moments are to short
    20. No explanation on what Trinity is
    21. Why are there Greeks/Byzantine in Siberia
    22. How does Lara know the frequency that Trinity uses    … Expand
  63. mo3ec
    Jul 9, 2020
    8
    Отличное приключение, даже с сюжетом. Играть интересно, бои увлекательные и разнообразные, крафт не сильно напрягает.
  64. 00_jorginho
    Jul 8, 2020
    9
    Boa gameplay, variedade de armas, recursos, skins, uma história (passada e presente) intrigante, bons combates, muito bom gráfico e bons puzzles para resolver. Além da história principal, há muito mais conteúdo, o que faz o tempo de vida do jogo ficar maior. Foram acrescentadas também as missões junto dos aldeões (NPC's) e o mundo aberto stá bem mais extenso. É um jogo muito bom, parabénsBoa gameplay, variedade de armas, recursos, skins, uma história (passada e presente) intrigante, bons combates, muito bom gráfico e bons puzzles para resolver. Além da história principal, há muito mais conteúdo, o que faz o tempo de vida do jogo ficar maior. Foram acrescentadas também as missões junto dos aldeões (NPC's) e o mundo aberto stá bem mais extenso. É um jogo muito bom, parabéns aos desenvolvedores!!… Expand
  65. Oxlipro
    Jul 8, 2020
    8
    I find this game pretty good compared to the first game of the trilogy- Tomb Raider(2013). This game has a pretty decent story, BUT, it's too short. There are moments in the game where I would feel extremely sad, BUT, the game wasn't long enough to show us more about every character, to start sympathizing them. Also I kinda hate the thing with the coins that won't appear unless you readI find this game pretty good compared to the first game of the trilogy- Tomb Raider(2013). This game has a pretty decent story, BUT, it's too short. There are moments in the game where I would feel extremely sad, BUT, the game wasn't long enough to show us more about every character, to start sympathizing them. Also I kinda hate the thing with the coins that won't appear unless you read the murals, and in order to read the murals, you need to collect documents and other stuff, which means that you will have to go back to a map more than twice, one time in story mode, where you will notice some documents, relics, murals, but not all of them, after which you come the second time, to find the murals and documents, and the third time you come to find the coins. I really hate this, but this is just my opinion because I like making 100% on every game I buy, because if you are playing just for story, you won't need the coins, maybe the documents to understand better some things. This game is a very good one, but for me it has some bad parts that's why I give it 8/10, but still it is a must play for people who like action, shooters and puzzles. Also about puzzles, they were not so hard but also not so easy, some of them required me some time for understanding how they work.… Expand
  66. Solid5nake
    Jul 8, 2020
    5
    Quantity over quality, with the 20 year collection, there's a lot to do. But not much of it is very fun.
    The main game plays like an old Unchartered from the PlayStation 3. There's plenty of views that should be breathtaking. But unfortunately, the games graphics are mostly ugly. Terrains are usually blocky and often tear as the camera moves. Character models are slightly better, but    Quantity over quality, with the 20 year collection, there's a lot to do. But not much of it is very fun.
    The main game plays like an old Unchartered from the PlayStation 3. There's plenty of views that should be breathtaking. But unfortunately, the games graphics are mostly ugly. Terrains are usually blocky and often tear as the camera moves. Character models are slightly better, but again, textures frequently tear in awful ways. It's actually really disappointing. The gameplay is pretty poor too. Shoot. Jump. Press square. It's just too plain. Occasionally, interior areas look nice to explore, but they're rarely interactive, sadly.

    The story pacing is pretty poor too. The beginning of the game throws you around too many different locations. It's all just too much to take in, with a huge amount happening in just ten minutes. It's just poor directorship.

    I wanted to like this game, I really tried. But I think it really is an example of a studio making a game for the sake of it, with no love, no care. It's blatantly a cash cow. I have to ask myself whether I would put my money towards a tomb raider game from this team again. The answer for me is no.    … Expand
  67. samhell80
    Jul 8, 2020
    4
    I got this when it came out for free on PS Plus this month because I enjoyed the previous Tomb Raider Game. I've played for about 4 hours and I'm not sure I'm going to finish. This is game is incredibly mediocre. Some of the more glaring examples of its mediocrity and general blah-ness --
    1) So many cut scenes, mini cut scenes and QTEs...like one every 4 minutes. They don't seem to want    I got this when it came out for free on PS Plus this month because I enjoyed the previous Tomb Raider Game. I've played for about 4 hours and I'm not sure I'm going to finish. This is game is incredibly mediocre. Some of the more glaring examples of its mediocrity and general blah-ness --
    1) So many cut scenes, mini cut scenes and QTEs...like one every 4 minutes. They don't seem to want you to actual play the game. Seriously every stealth kill is a mini cut scene
    2) The combat is just boring, if you "stealth kill" an enemy in front of another enemy, literally if they are standing next to each other, the other enemy won't see you because it was a stealth kill. Even though in the stealth kill cut scene animation he's staring at you while your murder his friend
    3) Voice acting is just...bad
    4) Survival/crafting element is tacked on and seems to have no weight on actual game
    5) Distances seem arbitrary, Lara Croft can jump what appear to be dozens of feet at a time if it fits the level you are trying to navigate
    6) The animals you are supposed to hunt for...reasons...just kinda wander around and don't seem to respond to you in any consistent way whatsoever...but if they walk next to you and your swing your ice axe you can't hit them for...reasons...I guess

    And I nearly forgot, if you shoot generators with a single arrow...they explode

    All in all this game just served to remind me how much better Uncharted was and TLOU2 is.    … Expand
  68. ChrisChester
    Jul 4, 2020
    7
    This game is the same as the last one. Fun gameplay great graphics but the story is WEAK.
  69. iSpirakos
    Jul 2, 2020
    8
    Very enjoyable game, straight to the point, explore and discover mysterious places

    Graphics 7/10
    Story 8/10
    Gameplay 9/10
  70. bear00766
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    the best video game . the best open world, fun puzzles. the history is very good muy bueno
  71. Martma
    Jun 27, 2020
    6
    Decent action however everything apart from that is lack lustre for example, jumping feel weightless, Lara doesn’t run properly most of the time, gun feels ok, score attack is just annoying (not fun), micro transaction with cards, story is decent
  72. Mora99
    Jun 26, 2020
    9
    This new reinterpretation of the Tomb Raider saga starring Lara Croft is moving forward. This second chapter is a really incredible. It introduces and improves aspects of the first chapter. New graphics and improved movements. The gameplay is on the same line as the first but with a few more gems. The plot is typical of this genre and saga and is very beautiful and flows really well.This new reinterpretation of the Tomb Raider saga starring Lara Croft is moving forward. This second chapter is a really incredible. It introduces and improves aspects of the first chapter. New graphics and improved movements. The gameplay is on the same line as the first but with a few more gems. The plot is typical of this genre and saga and is very beautiful and flows really well. Compliments. Vote 9.5… Expand
  73. KratosKong
    Jun 24, 2020
    9
    Nota real: 8'8
    Como dije en anterior reseña de tomb raider, compre estos juegos por que tenía ganas de algo parecido a uncharted y si bien para mi gusto este no está al nivel de Uncharted 2 y 3 como juego de accion/aventuras es de lo mejor que he jugado, los entornos son preciosos y tiene para mi gusto un mejor equilibrio de plataformas/exploracion/puzzles que uncharted 4
  74. Kai82
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    This is a difficult rating. It is 10/10 content wise but labeled as „20 Years Celebration“. For 20 years this lacks content or is hollow. Don't get me wrong the main game is excellent. It has more of the same with improvements while addressing the main critiques of the prequel. But lets start at the beginning: It is a story driven exploration game. Lara has grow since the prequel and is onThis is a difficult rating. It is 10/10 content wise but labeled as „20 Years Celebration“. For 20 years this lacks content or is hollow. Don't get me wrong the main game is excellent. It has more of the same with improvements while addressing the main critiques of the prequel. But lets start at the beginning: It is a story driven exploration game. Lara has grow since the prequel and is on a way to a new adventure because there are things out there that she would not have imagined before and she wants answers. The story again is great with good twists but I must mention that I have seen one mayor twist miles before. The new characters Ana, Jacob, Jonah and Sophia are great. They easily got attached to me and I cared for them. The exploration aspect is improved. The additional tombs are bigger and more challenging. I enjoyed the puzzles and was sometimes impressed by the ideas. The crafting system is robust and here you get even some real side-quests. An addition is the translation system. As you got more proficient in languages you can read some clues on monuments or documents to get additional benefits. There are also some minor improvements here and there. The graphics and soundtrack are really good. Then there is the Baba Yaga DLC for free on the disc. While not relatively long it is intense has a good story and a memorable boss battle. I found this a worthy addition. Blood Ties is a welcome adventure filled with puzzles and riddles. I enjoyed this more detective style adventure a lot. Be warned it has no battles and plays only in Croft Manor / Estate. Can put people off but I enjoyed it. Laras Nightmare is the opposite and while I enjoyed it I would not mind if it was removed. Final rating: The content is excellent and an improvement over the already good prequel. The 20 years celebration however tricked me into thinking it was a best off with more content. I subtract nothing because of this because it is satisfying and the old games would be out of date today especially for the graphics.… Expand
  75. Pietrovish
    Jun 21, 2020
    8
    Definitivamente el lavado de cara que se realizo en el anterior juego le hizo muy bien a este juego. Escenario y gráficos a la altura.
  76. mrnice
    Jun 17, 2020
    8
    A rare combination of great graphics and great gameplay. I was in awe of the graphics at many points. The adventure is a true AAA game experience.
  77. WudzZalesia
    Jun 10, 2020
    8
    After loosing the case with the disc 3 years ago, i finally found it and i could play it. I haven't played Tomb Raider (2013) yet, but i'm probably gonna get it if i'll enjoy Shadow of The Tomb Raider as well.

    This game is really good in my opinion, but there were 2 main things that really frustrated me. One of them is the gameplay. It felt kinda clunky. Recoil in this game is horrible,    After loosing the case with the disc 3 years ago, i finally found it and i could play it. I haven't played Tomb Raider (2013) yet, but i'm probably gonna get it if i'll enjoy Shadow of The Tomb Raider as well.

    This game is really good in my opinion, but there were 2 main things that really frustrated me. One of them is the gameplay. It felt kinda clunky. Recoil in this game is horrible, the gunplay as a whole was pretty bad imo. The second thing was that this is a open-world game. I don't really enjoy openworlds so it was bad for me. I felt some kind of emptiness throughout the game, where instead of doing the side missions, or hunting the animals i was just straight forward going to progress with the story which lead to only about 10 hours of gameplay. But aside that i quite enjoyed this game and i had fun overall. There were even some things that i expected from Uncharted 2 (for example) that weren't there so i was surprised in a good way. A ton of set pieces were also a good thing. The story was pretty enjoyable, but i kinda felt that Jonah didn't get enough screen-time. As a Uncharted fan, this is a good refresh with Uncharted franchise being done. Great game overall.    … Expand
  78. XxAlbertoBuzzxX
    Jun 2, 2020
    8
    RISE OF THE TOMB RAIDER: 20 YEAR CELEBRATION
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  79. ghosttoyou
    May 31, 2020
    5
    5/10 ....................................................................................................
  80. teren48
    May 19, 2020
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The game is good BUT its far away from being realistic. I don’t want it to be realistic but some parts of the game are really annoying. For exemple the last part of the game i killed like 200 soldiers, the ice breaks just after i jump etc. Theese are normal things in such games but there were excessive amount of extraordinary things in this game. If you wait an experience like Uncharted don’t be hyped bcs Uncharted is way more better game and its more relaxing. The gunfight parts were satisfying but really exagerated and overused.… Expand
  81. A_coat
    May 13, 2020
    9
    Bought this on sale on the playstation store for only $8.99 and yeah I'm almost four years late, but better late than never for this one I overlooked. What an excellent game...I'm not done yet but at the sale price I got, I'm just blown away by this. Definitely still holds up in 2020, no doubt about it. Exciting story and mechanics, satisfying gunplay and great voice acting make thisBought this on sale on the playstation store for only $8.99 and yeah I'm almost four years late, but better late than never for this one I overlooked. What an excellent game...I'm not done yet but at the sale price I got, I'm just blown away by this. Definitely still holds up in 2020, no doubt about it. Exciting story and mechanics, satisfying gunplay and great voice acting make this one of the best PS4 titles that I never knew I needed. I could have gotten it at $60 and still would have been just as happy. It gets a 9 instead of a 10 because of some very minor visual bugs, but they are so rare, and the game overall looks absolutely stunning.… Expand
  82. TrasteroDPablo
    May 6, 2020
    8
    7.7 Buen juego, buenos gráficos y buena jugabilidad. Me cansé un poco de la historia xq llegaba un momento que era muy repetitivo, puzzles muy sencillos.
  83. meowyiii
    Apr 28, 2020
    6
    Gameplay is great. The many types of bows amaze me. Story is not bad (compared to its sequal).
  84. Menni
    Apr 27, 2020
    9
    Grandi passi avanti per la saga con questo capitolo. Storia avvincente contornata da scenari curati, senza dubbio una delle migliori avventure in circolazione
  85. sergio123456
    Apr 26, 2020
    9
    Gran juego, con una buena ambientación, buenos gráficos y muy entretenido, con una duración de entre 10 y 15 horas.
  86. siekmang
    Mar 29, 2020
    2
    The gameplay is way too clunky for all the parkour-style moves you need to pull off. The story is not interesting in the least, and Lara Croft might as well be a cardboard cutout.
  87. NXT
    Mar 19, 2020
    8
    Just like Dishonored 2, this game is very similir to the first one, with better graphics. In spite of that, it is very fun and joyable to play. Not great but a very good game.
  88. Pickle
    Feb 25, 2020
    8
    I would still say the first Tomb Raider released in 2013 is the pinnacle of the contemporary trilogy of Lara Croft games.

    However, RIse of the Tomb Raider expands the gameplay formula in a beautiful way, adopting mechanics, and systems, of semi open world titles whilst blending them in with the mechanics of its predecessor. The graphics are fantastic, as you progress the enviroments    I would still say the first Tomb Raider released in 2013 is the pinnacle of the contemporary trilogy of Lara Croft games.

    However, RIse of the Tomb Raider expands the gameplay formula in a beautiful way, adopting mechanics, and systems, of semi open world titles whilst blending them in with the mechanics of its predecessor.

    The graphics are fantastic, as you progress the enviroments become incresingly diverse, and the cast of characters is entertaining as it is enjoyable to both listen and watch as the narrative unfolds.

    The real highlight of the game for me tho, comes in the form of collectibles, upgrades, puzzles, and tombs that you'll find in increasing amounts through each area of the game, this accompanied with the added dlc, as well as chapter replay elite, and expeditions mode, serve to further increase the replayability and engagement of this title.

    The combat system in conjunction with the platforming mechanics and the stealth systems, all contribute to an engaging and at times, surprisingly challenging experience.

    If there are any complaints that I have with this game is that at times it can be an overwhelming experience marrowed by a complex ui and multiple goals to complete.

    It tends to feel "bloated" after a while, and as such during my first playthrough I felt somewhat "rushed" by some of this systems, feeling like I could only focused on the clearly explained, and marked goals.

    However, despite those issues, Rise of the Tomb Raider did ended up becoming a pleseant game to experience through and through, and I would recommend this 20th anniversay version that includes all of its dlc as well as added modes.    … Expand
  89. jrdnnn
    Feb 23, 2020
    9
    I loved this game from start to finish and it deserves so much praise to elevating the sub-genre the franchise helped carve out beyond that of its more modern peers. The rejuvenated Tomb Raider game, first in this trilogy, was a god-send for me as someone who always loved the series but was over the direction it was going. Rise goes one step further and fixes almost all of the flaws of itsI loved this game from start to finish and it deserves so much praise to elevating the sub-genre the franchise helped carve out beyond that of its more modern peers. The rejuvenated Tomb Raider game, first in this trilogy, was a god-send for me as someone who always loved the series but was over the direction it was going. Rise goes one step further and fixes almost all of the flaws of its predecessor and in fact, for me, directly challenges Uncharted for the best game of its kind.

    Gameplay is refined, focused and above all ridiculously fun. Traversing the predominantly snowy and ice rugged Siberian landscape is exhilarating, with all the immersion-breaking active time events removed. There's a huge focus on actual tomb raiding for the first time in years with some really challenging puzzles and loads of artifacts to collect, ancient languages to learn and items to unlock. Combat is intuitive and flows well. The difficulty is spot-on. Crafting is kind of silly but ultimately really enjoyable. Making bombs, poison, smoke grenades etc on the fly is great and really becomes essential in later encounters. Lara feels like an absolute machine by the end of the game, which is a blast to play through. RPG elements like clothing choice, skill upgrades and weapon mods are interesting enough but I honestly didn't see a huge different in shotgun varieties for example, so don't know how relevant their stat differences truly were. Her arsenal is amazing though and that's enough for me!

    Graphics are stunning in this game, particularly Lara and the environmental effects. Dark caves spring to life via Lara's torch, dusty ruins are impressive in scale and atmosphere and the weather/lighting/explosion/other fun stuff effects are pretty incredible. The DLC adds a huge deal to the story and wold, one by exploring a trippy witch cave and the other, Croft Manor.

    My major issue is with the story/other characters. The story is so standard and dull, and never felt truly gripping and the side characters are almost exclusively 2-dimensional. Thankfully, there has never been as much effort put into Lara's characterisation and watching her evolve into a ruthless, almost obsessive killer is fascinating. The situations and people she encounter are slowly morphing her into the competent, sassy and cold character we got to know in the 90s and I cannot wait to see the conclusion in Shadow of the Tomb Raider.

    Considering Uncharted pretty much stole TR's crown in the 2010s, I firmly believe Lara has wrestled it back from Nathan. What Uncharted holds above TR in terms of narrative and maybe graphical performance, Rise undoubtedly makes up for by being a better game to play. There's more variety, truly engaging combat/exploration and a much more open, involved experience in general. I'm absolutely delighted with the current state of this series!    … Expand
  90. Br_AgSs
    Jan 14, 2020
    10
    Amazing sotry, amazing gameplay, amazing graphics and places. The best Tomb Raider game.
  91. BeboFett
    Jan 1, 2020
    8
    I didn't expect much from this game even though I liked the previous title, and the final result has left me satisfied. The story remains interesting despite the classic clichés. The gameplay is very similar to its predecessor, and you don't feel any improvement but the experience is good after all.

    I feel that the final result is something solid, an unchanged gameplay and an    I didn't expect much from this game even though I liked the previous title, and the final result has left me satisfied. The story remains interesting despite the classic clichés. The gameplay is very similar to its predecessor, and you don't feel any improvement but the experience is good after all.

    I feel that the final result is something solid, an unchanged gameplay and an entertaining story even if it is not risky. Few extras worthwhile.    … Expand
  92. andxme
    Dec 31, 2019
    10
    Eccellente capitolo della saga! Grafica e ambientazioni pregievoli, trama avvincente e atmosfera come solo tomb raider sa regalare
  93. VTL
    Dec 21, 2019
    9
    Es creo decir sin pelos en la lengua el MEJOR Tomb Raider de la Historia. Nada que envidiarle a Uncharteds... para mi es mejor que todos... es sensacional. lo unico malo es que se acaba...
  94. tomvs123
    Dec 6, 2019
    6
    Okay, so this released before Uncharted 4. So then why is this game better than Uncharted 4 in every way?

    Well, even though it's better in every way, it's still a dumb action movie turned video game. Just less dumb than Uncharted 4, and with more interesting things to do. The story is a standard Indiana Jones knockoff, with this one focused on searching for what is basically the    Okay, so this released before Uncharted 4. So then why is this game better than Uncharted 4 in every way?

    Well, even though it's better in every way, it's still a dumb action movie turned video game. Just less dumb than Uncharted 4, and with more interesting things to do.

    The story is a standard Indiana Jones knockoff, with this one focused on searching for what is basically the fountain of youth - for no particular reason other than your dad died looking for it. While the ideas behind all of the unexplored ruins and character actions are quite far-fetched, they're at least less far-fetched than Uncharted 4. As long as you're okay with the typical blockbuster action movie, you'll have no problems with this story.

    The action sequences are quite unbelievable. You'll frequently be running through exploding buildings, falling canyon walls, and crumbling ruins, just barely surviving each time. Yeah more dumb action movie nonsense, but less dumb, and slightly more believable than the same stuff in Uncharted 4.

    And then there's the combat and climbing. You're basically superwoman disguised as a normal woman. You'll be able to take on groups of gun-armed troops with only an axe, by running directly at them, one-shot multiple enemies at the same time with a single shot from your trusty bow (after you get the skills to do this - which makes most guns useless), and climb near-vertical cliffs with your scrawny not-at-all-suited-for-rock-climbing arms. So if you're still young and on a power trip, this game has got you covered.

    Realism in enemy placement is done better than in Uncharted 4. In that game, people would just start randomly attacking you, like everyone in the evil organization knew exactly what you looked like and where you were at all times, even when going to remote random locations. At least in this game, you're typically going into enemy-protected territories, so it makes sense that they'd fire on whoever showed up.

    When you're not doing combat or running through exploding corridors, you'll be exploring and solving physics-based puzzles. Some of this is required to get through the main story and much more of it is optional. The great part about this is that there are skill-based rewards for finding and completing optional tombs. So you don't just get a useless relic, but something that feels tangible in-game, and is normally quite useful. The puzzles are pretty good, although a bit on the easy side for an experienced puzzle solver. After I found all of the levers, ropes, interactive objects, and the end-goal of each puzzle, it was easy enough to figure out the solutions and then climb my way around to activate the right parts in the right order. The exploration and puzzle aspect of this game was far more interesting to me than Uncharted 4.

    And then there's the crafting. There's a good number of items and weapon upgrades to craft that require animal skins and other things you find lying around or on enemies. After you craft something, its yours forever, so you will eventually run out of stuff to craft. Well, besides usable items, such as fire arrows, exploding arrows and poison arrows. And thankfully the raw materials are plentiful enough for those that I never felt the need to try to conserve my arrow use. The crafting aspect of the game makes it much more interesting than Uncharted 4, which had nothing like that.

    Oh, and there's loads of costumes. None are really fan service related, but at least a few show off the main character's assets well enough. They're all quite normal clothes (mostly winter clothes), with some giving various benefits. Most are unlocked by default with this 20th anniversary edition, but you get a few others by doing story content, side content, and collecting money in-game.

    Besides all of the above, there's lots of relics and documents to collect. Relics don't do much, and are basically just an achievement goal. Documents give in-game lore for various periods of time. Having 100 year old documents sitting around doesn't make much sense, but at least they all have a summary at the top. Most documents aren't very interesting (don't expect any thought-provoking writing), so I normally just read the summary - again, better than what Uncharted 4 offered, which was no summary for its documents.

    I'm not at all awed by visual realism in games, but this one does a pretty good job at it.

    The game surprised me. I wasn't expecting the well-done puzzles, crafting, or slightly-more-believable story than Uncharted 4. So now I'll be looking for a good deal on its sequel.    … Expand
  95. MadBert91
    Dec 5, 2019
    7
    A diferencia de su predecesor, este videojuego empeora todo un poquito, sin ser dramática la caída, no logra igualar y mucho menos superar a su predecesor. Mecánicas que empeoran, intentos de innovar que consiguen todo lo contrario, mecánicas de armas empeorada, repetitivo en numerosas ocasiones que te hacen plantearte si deseas que el juego termine lo antes posible o quieres alargarlo unA diferencia de su predecesor, este videojuego empeora todo un poquito, sin ser dramática la caída, no logra igualar y mucho menos superar a su predecesor. Mecánicas que empeoran, intentos de innovar que consiguen todo lo contrario, mecánicas de armas empeorada, repetitivo en numerosas ocasiones que te hacen plantearte si deseas que el juego termine lo antes posible o quieres alargarlo un poco más, es decir un juego que se sitúa en el centro, no es malo pero tampoco es cojonudo es de un simple siete si no tienes opciones mejores ya que en numerosas ocasiones te hace plantearte si deseas que el juego termine lo antes posible o quieres alargarlo un poco más, es decir un juego que se sitúa en el centro, no es malo pero tampoco es cojonudo es de un simple siete si no tienes opciones mejores llega a entretener… Expand
  96. Vichexx
    Dec 3, 2019
    9
    Awesome game, lots to explore, it has action sequences and tomb puzzles, gameplay is very good and the graphics are superb. If you like adventure games, you should try the tomb raider trilogy
  97. bersi84
    Dec 1, 2019
    9
    In my opinion this might be the best episode of all Tomb Raiders so far with only Shadows of the Tomb Raider being en par. Although the story is not too deep and the gameplay gets a bit repetitive after a while it is still a well rounded action adventure with decent mechanics, good graphics and surpreme sound implementation.

    I ve been playing this title on a PS4 Pro with SSD and    In my opinion this might be the best episode of all Tomb Raiders so far with only Shadows of the Tomb Raider being en par. Although the story is not too deep and the gameplay gets a bit repetitive after a while it is still a well rounded action adventure with decent mechanics, good graphics and surpreme sound implementation.

    I ve been playing this title on a PS4 Pro with SSD and encounter only slight frame drops during 2 or 3 small cut scenes, beyond that the game ran flawless. Loading times are okay. The fast travel good be faster but it is still acceptable in my opinion. Graphic wise the title delivers stunning visuals and very good effects after all.

    The world in Rise of the Tomb Raider is based on a semi open world setup which opens up during the main course of the story but lets the player wander off if he likes too. The controls are pretty much polished and enhanced from the 2013 gameplay. The skill trees, weapon sets and movement is extra ordinarily good and gives room to each personal playstyle. The puzzles are way more enhanced then 2013th establishment and enriches this game quite a lot.

    Difficulty wise there is enough room for casual play, regular play and also hardcore veterans, although I found that the regular mode was performing solid might be too easy for more advanced players though. For people that like action adventures such as Uncharted I can only encourage to buy this title. It is from time to time on sale and pretty much a steal for 10 bucks or less. Regular story will take around 10 to 15hrs whereas main play plus or completionist will take you to around 20hrs of gameplay.    … Expand
  98. dzoniblejz
    Nov 18, 2019
    8
    When i played Rise of Tomb Raider it flet same like a first game.
    Everything is almost same and unchanged from first one.
    Its still good game and looking great,but you will feel that they could do more.
    DLCs are really fun though.
  99. Si3g
    Nov 15, 2019
    0
    Jogo bem abaixo do título anterior. Gráficos são lindos, mas gameplay é sem graça, a história é fraca, a representação da Lara está ridícula de ruim, a ambientação e openworld do game é sem graça e nem chega aos pés da dos jogos clássicos... Cópia piorada de Uncharted
  100. Tumelo
    Nov 14, 2019
    9
    I have given this game a 9. It could've been higher, YES, it could've been a 10!
    The game has a good story and not bland and boring, from the get-go of the game you are immersed into the game and actually feel that you are working towards a goal and not just playing
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 55 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 54 out of 55
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 55
  3. Negative: 0 out of 55
  1. CD-Action
    Jan 12, 2017
    90
    The game did not age a bit while it awaited its PS4 release. It’s still fantastic and looks stunning. [13/2016, p.71]
  2. Games.cz
    Nov 28, 2016
    90
    One of the best modern action adventures has finally arrived to PS4. Except a few small issues this version is a success, moreover, you will get all DLC along with the game; you can play in co-op and you will experience and extraordinary trip to Lara's home –  even with the support of VR. Set high difficulty, turn off auxiliary indicators and enjoy the Tomb Raider with everything that goes with it.
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  3. Playstation Official Magazine Australia
    Nov 27, 2016
    90
    All combined, you’re looking at the biggest and one of the most enjoyable Tomb Raiders yet. Here’s to 20 more years. [Christmas 2016, p62]
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