Shadow of the Tomb Raider

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  1. Zadrot8090
    Nov 29, 2021
    10
    Классно очень интересно и захватывающе игра на 6 но я поставил 10 потому что она мне понравилась
  2. dasse666
    Dec 30, 2021
    10
    Better than the last two TR games. This game has nore focus on exploring and solving puzzles and thats what Tomb raider is all about.
  3. Rubixcubegambel
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    The game is great! Graphics are great and the skins are pretty damn cool for the denfitive edition. Puzzle are easy but can be tricky sometimes but I felt like the story was to short but no hate everything in story fit and was understandable to me combat not a fan favourite tbh like the stealth! I also like the equipment the had and the weapons parkour is really good to me . But overallThe game is great! Graphics are great and the skins are pretty damn cool for the denfitive edition. Puzzle are easy but can be tricky sometimes but I felt like the story was to short but no hate everything in story fit and was understandable to me combat not a fan favourite tbh like the stealth! I also like the equipment the had and the weapons parkour is really good to me . But overall it's good but felt to short to me personally that's the only problem I really had with. But other than that everything is great about I do recommend buying!… Expand
  4. Shaman19
    Jun 11, 2022
    10
    Oyun çok güzeldi, bu kadar düşük puan almasını anlamıyorum, hatalar azdı, hikayesi güzeldi mekanikleri kendine özgü bir serinin zirvesiydi
  5. Bisher123
    Nov 4, 2022
    10
    اللعبة روعة حرفيا يلي ماجرب اللعبة يجربها بسرعة تقيمها ١٠/١٠ افضل لعبة في سنة ٢٠١٩
  6. sambalamba
    Jan 31, 2023
    10
    Sehr gutes Spiel
    Hat eigentlich gar keine Kritikpunkte und vor allem die Story begeistert hier Auf jedenfall Lohnenswert
  7. juniortiger
    May 17, 2023
    10
    You need check game out one the best game and lot action game and excellent graphic and good music and haptic feedback control In the game and good day
  8. Joe2539
    Jan 3, 2023
    10
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  9. Youmustdienow
    Jan 30, 2020
    9
    Beat game on ps4 pro in 4K, set resolution as priority. Took around 10 hrs to beat. Didn’t do any side missions yet. So as a diehard Tomb Raider fan, I’m pleased that we got a lush jungle setting this time. They added 10xs the tombs & puzzles. I’m also really loving the swimming controls. Its also cool that you can play as ps1 Lara. I tried that out during the tigar fights. Felt like I wasBeat game on ps4 pro in 4K, set resolution as priority. Took around 10 hrs to beat. Didn’t do any side missions yet. So as a diehard Tomb Raider fan, I’m pleased that we got a lush jungle setting this time. They added 10xs the tombs & puzzles. I’m also really loving the swimming controls. Its also cool that you can play as ps1 Lara. I tried that out during the tigar fights. Felt like I was playing an HD remake of the originals at times.

    Gameplay wise I had little complaints. I hate only the upgrade system because I always feel like I choose the wrong things & would rather the game automatically be balaced. My other issue was with some cutscenes. The plot had its moments, but I just didnt care about the bad guy trying to end the world. I think Lara came off as shallow since her best friend Johna did everything to treat her good, yet since he’s not a sweaty chested bodybuilder, he only gets thank yous & goodbyes. We are 3 games in & the guy can’t catch a break. Also, why did TR tease duel pistols in previous games? They never make a comeback. Guess we all got lied to.    … Expand
  10. ciccio80_1980
    Nov 11, 2018
    9
    I have just finished the game, leaving behind many secondary missions and activities to do. Analyzing the title I can say that ...
    Graphics:
    On Ps4 it behaves really well, never had a problem or a bug, very stable frame rate, breathtaking views and spectacular animations. Sound: amazing soundtrack and general sound perfectly performed. History and gameplay: beautiful and charming    I have just finished the game, leaving behind many secondary missions and activities to do. Analyzing the title I can say that ...
    Graphics:
    On Ps4 it behaves really well, never had a problem or a bug, very stable frame rate, breathtaking views and spectacular animations.
    Sound:
    amazing soundtrack and general sound perfectly performed.
    History and gameplay:
    beautiful and charming
    Great Game.    … Expand
  11. sityoazzdown
    Apr 15, 2020
    9
    Pros:
    + overall journey
    + traversal, set pieces + tombs, crypts, puzzles So-So: - combat is serviceable, but nothing special - side missions were ok filler Cons: x questionable and lame skill tree x questionable rpg elements and rewards for side objectives (either it's the same rewards, non-essential, or repetitive). Game feels like a mix of uncharted 1 and 2, which is    Pros:
    + overall journey
    + traversal, set pieces
    + tombs, crypts, puzzles

    So-So:
    - combat is serviceable, but nothing special
    - side missions were ok filler

    Cons:
    x questionable and lame skill tree
    x questionable rpg elements and rewards for side objectives (either it's the same rewards, non-essential, or repetitive).

    Game feels like a mix of uncharted 1 and 2, which is good, but this being the 3rd of the reboot, I wish to see more evolution from this franchise. Definitely reccomend for those looking at the action adventure genre. Definately in the top 5 for this genre this gen for sure.    … Expand
  12. Shahid646
    Apr 17, 2021
    9
    I'm cutting 1 point because of the bad light. Caves were almost black. Cannot decided what to do and where to go. Rest was just perfect
  13. p1menta
    Jul 26, 2019
    9
    this is the first tomb raider game i play since ps2. maybe that's the reason i loved this so much?
    or maybe its because of the magnificent graphics, or the over the top music and sound design, or the fact that you really see that they (at least) tried to be respectful with people and history, and genres etc.
  14. tnfsnobelxp
    Sep 15, 2018
    9
    This a very good game but not up to the level of the previous 2 entries in the reboot, also the campaign is short for story focused game. but the game play, visuals and sound are all top notch.
  15. JAX85
    Sep 15, 2018
    9
    Best Story , best graphic , Awesome Gameplay , thanks square Enix for tomb raider series and Just Cause series !! All Square Enix games are Awesome!! We love story mode offline Games 4Ever !!!
  16. willo116
    Feb 19, 2022
    9
    Another great game in this franchise, once again the story, gameplay and sound are great. But my God are those graphics beautiful, one of the best looking games ever. The game is really satisfying to play with plenty of secrets and collectibles that you’ll want to find.

    I highly recommend this game and the first 2 game of this franchise. I’m really happy with what Crystal Dynamics    Another great game in this franchise, once again the story, gameplay and sound are great. But my God are those graphics beautiful, one of the best looking games ever. The game is really satisfying to play with plenty of secrets and collectibles that you’ll want to find.

    I highly recommend this game and the first 2 game of this franchise. I’m really happy with what Crystal Dynamics accomplished with these 3 games and I really wished they would do another Tomb Raider game down the road.    … Expand
  17. SuperDuck23
    Mar 3, 2019
    9
    Shadow of the Tomb Raider is another solid action-adventure game that delivers what you’d expect from the series. In spite of the characters remaining hollow and the story being baffling, the gameplay is what you should play this game for. It hones in on what was strong with the previous instalments and adds a few new welcome touches. While it is not the best game of the trilogy, it is aShadow of the Tomb Raider is another solid action-adventure game that delivers what you’d expect from the series. In spite of the characters remaining hollow and the story being baffling, the gameplay is what you should play this game for. It hones in on what was strong with the previous instalments and adds a few new welcome touches. While it is not the best game of the trilogy, it is a must for fans of the other two.… Expand
  18. filip92
    Sep 30, 2022
    9
    Not much better that the Rise of The Tomb Raider, but it is preety good. Main story is worth playing, i like the scary parts of the game, especially towards the end. Graphics are medium,but the nature, caves, lakes etc are looking nice. I alse beat all the side missions, challenge tombs, which are really fun and didn't looked like some grinding.Overall, the game is not perfect, but in thisNot much better that the Rise of The Tomb Raider, but it is preety good. Main story is worth playing, i like the scary parts of the game, especially towards the end. Graphics are medium,but the nature, caves, lakes etc are looking nice. I alse beat all the side missions, challenge tombs, which are really fun and didn't looked like some grinding.Overall, the game is not perfect, but in this sea of trash games and microtransactions, this game is good choice for the people who live good single player story driven game..… Expand
  19. Anthor
    Dec 31, 2019
    9
    Por fin un Tomb Raider en condiciones, enfocado en la exploración no lineal, los puzles y el sigilo en un semiabierto de gran calidad. Dejando de lado el coñazo lineal y peliculero que fueron los dos anteriores, clones de Uncharted por moda.

    Vuelven las sensaciones de lo que realmente era Tomb Raider con los clásicos, con tumbas, criptas y rompecabezas integrados y no de rebote como en    Por fin un Tomb Raider en condiciones, enfocado en la exploración no lineal, los puzles y el sigilo en un semiabierto de gran calidad. Dejando de lado el coñazo lineal y peliculero que fueron los dos anteriores, clones de Uncharted por moda.

    Vuelven las sensaciones de lo que realmente era Tomb Raider con los clásicos, con tumbas, criptas y rompecabezas integrados y no de rebote como en el anterior. E incluso mejor con su backtracking que siempre da más juego, cosa que el Rise no tenía. El Shadow le da mil vueltas.

    Su ambientación precolombina es de lujo y se disfruta mucho más poniéndotelo en Dificil desde el principio, sin pinturas guía ni pistas para casuals. Merece la pena remirarte todos los escenarios para buscar rutas a pantalla despejada. Una obra de arte.

    Incomprensible los palos que se ha llevado siendo claramente el mejor de la última trilogía y con diferencia. Esta Lara, más humana y expresiva, junto al feeling de amistad con Jonah que te lo crees, ponen la guinda a la mejor entrega en años. La gente que prefiera el palomiteo fácil y asistido del Rise o el reboot de 2013 mejor que se dediquen a otra cosa o se vayan al cine. Aquí se trata de videojuegos y este lo es más que los otros dos.

    Shadow of the Tomb Raider es el camino a seguir para la saga y Eidos debería continuar con ella, sin lugar a dudas. He vuelto a recuperar las ganas por ella y como fan de los clásicos que soy. Crystal Dinamics a tomar viento.

    Este juego es una obra de arte.    … Expand
  20. Nunomagalhaes
    May 13, 2019
    9
    Very good game,i love the games who tell us real facts about real history, real places etc,i read everything, The graphics are great,sound is great,the tomba puzzles etc are very good challenge, history is good, addictive Gameplay,i don T know why There are Games with a lot of quality and teach real history and facts
    and people give so bad review, nowdays we have amazing    Very good game,i love the games who tell us real facts about real history, real places etc,i read everything, The graphics are great,sound is great,the tomba puzzles etc are very good challenge, history is good, addictive Gameplay,i don T know why There are Games with a lot of quality and teach real history and facts
    and people give so bad review, nowdays we have amazing videogame...sometimes,even the worst have something good.    … Expand
  21. Toxic_Boy
    Sep 14, 2018
    9
    Wow. What a game. It's clear that Eidos Montreal have a knack for designing intriguing and rewarding puzzles, as the ones found in Shadow of the Tomb Raider feature variety and rewarding gameplay. There's a noticeable shift from the previous two entries in terms of pulling back on run and gun gameplay in favour of stealth and tactical strategy when tackling the encounters that happenWow. What a game. It's clear that Eidos Montreal have a knack for designing intriguing and rewarding puzzles, as the ones found in Shadow of the Tomb Raider feature variety and rewarding gameplay. There's a noticeable shift from the previous two entries in terms of pulling back on run and gun gameplay in favour of stealth and tactical strategy when tackling the encounters that happen occasionally. This is good news if you recall and enjoyed the more solitary exploration of the series 20 years ago. The story and character development is layered and reveals meaning to Lara's mindset as the game progresses past the first act. To me, it's clear that Eidos Montreal are more than cometent in handling our favourite 90s heroine.… Expand
  22. barryburton
    Jan 24, 2019
    9
    I thoroughly enjoyed this game. It plays like a dream. It is the wide-roaming, visually stunning, exploration focused TR experience I have been waiting for. The combat is very entertaining. You have to play it on the hardest setting for it to feel challenging. There is less frequent combat than in Tomb Raider (2013), but to me that made it a more fitting Tomb Raider experience.

    Where    I thoroughly enjoyed this game. It plays like a dream. It is the wide-roaming, visually stunning, exploration focused TR experience I have been waiting for. The combat is very entertaining. You have to play it on the hardest setting for it to feel challenging. There is less frequent combat than in Tomb Raider (2013), but to me that made it a more fitting Tomb Raider experience.

    Where this really shines as a Tomb Raider game is in the exploration and puzzle department. The feeling of risk and isolation is huge, especially if you play on Deadly Obsession. Some early platforming bugs that left to accidental deaths have thankfully been ironed out.

    I enjoyed the RPG skill-based elements, they really suit the game and set it apart from the otherwise quite similar Uncharted series. However, there is too much focus on collecting parts to upgrade guns, when they make very little difference, and by the time your guns are powered up there are only about 3 proper combat sequences that need them. That said, the bow is as fun as ever and the shooting mechanics work perfectly. I hope the DLC will bring some combat missions.

    The only down side is that the story is quite laboured and not especially gripping. The "key" and the "box" just felt like plot devices to progress the game, rather than a self contained story. The previous two games were better in that sense.

    I highly recommend this game, it loses a point because the story wasn't as engaging as it could be.    … Expand
  23. megudyeh
    Jan 16, 2019
    9
    Lara in Shadow of the Tomb Raider is a lot more social than the first 2. She can meet people, mission givers and traders in town. Jonah has partnered up with her so that has made her less of the lone warrior she was before. However it's also a very dark game. Halfway through she comes across grotesque creatures that turns it into a semi-horror.

    I like how Eidos has given players options    Lara in Shadow of the Tomb Raider is a lot more social than the first 2. She can meet people, mission givers and traders in town. Jonah has partnered up with her so that has made her less of the lone warrior she was before. However it's also a very dark game. Halfway through she comes across grotesque creatures that turns it into a semi-horror.

    I like how Eidos has given players options to customize the gameplay. Also default skipping Lara commenting upon the collectibles she finds was great. That was such an annoying speed bump for the first 2. I don't mind how there is less gunfights than the first 2 because I get to explore the area more. It's still fun coming across enemies as Eidos has given you multiple ways of taking them on. Eidos has kept the game interesting enough that I will replay it later. Still lots of side missions and other collectibles to get.    … Expand
  24. DarkVanilla
    Sep 18, 2018
    9
    PLAY THE GAME ON "ONE WITH THE JUNGLE "
    i read an article that recommended this and it made the game super fun.
    It will only let you see highlighting on items that you have u locked thru the skill tree focus branch. For the heads that remember the first 2 entries...this is a great reimagining of what made those early games so fun. I would give it a 10 but in fairness to the    PLAY THE GAME ON "ONE WITH THE JUNGLE "
    i read an article that recommended this and it made the game super fun.
    It will only let you see highlighting on items that you have u locked thru the skill tree focus branch.
    For the heads that remember the first 2 entries...this is a great reimagining of what made those early games so fun.
    I would give it a 10 but in fairness to the haters...sometimes it will make you throw the controller...but hey isnt that what we are all here for?    … Expand
  25. dyinginbeauty
    Oct 15, 2018
    9
    I dont get the mediocre/negative reviews for this game!

    I have played the original tomb raider games as a teenager, and enjoyed the first 2 origin games by square-enix (the first being the best) Play shadow of the tomb raider with hard exploration difficulty and you will have a genuinely satisfying tomb raiding experience, wherein in this final instalment tombs and crypts appear for    I dont get the mediocre/negative reviews for this game!

    I have played the original tomb raider games as a teenager, and enjoyed the first 2 origin games by square-enix (the first being the best)

    Play shadow of the tomb raider with hard exploration difficulty and you will have a genuinely satisfying tomb raiding experience, wherein in this final instalment tombs and crypts appear for a change well concealed and isolated from the rest of the map - sometimes also guarded by enemies. On hard exploration setting any clues and obvious white trail marks are switched off, meaning you will have to genuinely explore your surroundings in order to progress.

    The puzzles are also satisfying - they will take you by and large a few minutes to work out - not as obvious and patronisingly simple as say "uncharted" game puzzles. On hard puzzle difficulty verbal hints will not be given at all, adding a challenge on first playthrough.

    Combat is a bit annoying as enemies will spot you easily and have very good aim - to counter this set the combat difficulty to easy if you get frustrated. The other downside to combat is that due to the newly introduced stealth mechanic the game unfortunately forces you to play in this style, not really allowing you to go about a combat section in your own preferred way.

    I agree with some commentators on the lacklustre story presentation - for example indigenous, non-contacted people speaking perfect english + merchants in their village selling modern weapons (makes no sense whatsoever...)

    Despite its shortcomings in some areas this is still a great game... not perfect, but very good.    … Expand
  26. balding
    May 13, 2019
    9
    The best game, with the best Lara, and overall, the best Tomb Raider of this fantastic reboot trilogy. I think this is the game that best captures the essence of what made Tomb Raider great and melts it with modern game design and cinematic storytelling in a single package. The result is a fun game, with great exploration, Tombs, stealth and survival. Story can be better overall, but alsoThe best game, with the best Lara, and overall, the best Tomb Raider of this fantastic reboot trilogy. I think this is the game that best captures the essence of what made Tomb Raider great and melts it with modern game design and cinematic storytelling in a single package. The result is a fun game, with great exploration, Tombs, stealth and survival. Story can be better overall, but also it´s better than 2013 reboot and Rise, specially Lara as a character who is much more compelling and interesting. Can´t wait where the series goes next.… Expand
  27. ForbiddenSun
    Sep 15, 2018
    9
    I am surprised by the mixed reviews, I thought this was way better than Rise of the Tomb Raider. If you love exploring, gorgeous environments, and tons of amazing tombs, you'll love this game. I am glad they went back to exploration instead of mindless gun fights every 5 minutes like Rise. The added stealth skills made for more deeper gameplay, and the water environments and swimming wasI am surprised by the mixed reviews, I thought this was way better than Rise of the Tomb Raider. If you love exploring, gorgeous environments, and tons of amazing tombs, you'll love this game. I am glad they went back to exploration instead of mindless gun fights every 5 minutes like Rise. The added stealth skills made for more deeper gameplay, and the water environments and swimming was an awesome add.… Expand
  28. FatalBrush
    Oct 17, 2018
    9
    I had my difficulties catching up with the story but eventually I did and thought it was too shallow. I'm used to more character development from the previous Tomb Raider games. Nonetheless, this title brings in amazing gameplay, a good amount of riddles and tombs also a few amusing side quests. Whoever liked the previous titles is certainly going to enjoy this one. For everyone else: giveI had my difficulties catching up with the story but eventually I did and thought it was too shallow. I'm used to more character development from the previous Tomb Raider games. Nonetheless, this title brings in amazing gameplay, a good amount of riddles and tombs also a few amusing side quests. Whoever liked the previous titles is certainly going to enjoy this one. For everyone else: give it a try, it's an awesome game.… Expand
  29. Ryko616
    Sep 14, 2018
    9
    After TR 2013 and Rise Of the Tomb Raider, this is the best so far. Croft Edition was pretty hefty buy, but worth the money (once we get tombs and Pv open).
    I’m only 5-6 into the game, yet it still feels so interesting. If this is a new game for someone, I recommend, for gamers of previous titles, I definitely recommend, Laras skills and gameplay are just, well spot on!
    I like    After TR 2013 and Rise Of the Tomb Raider, this is the best so far. Croft Edition was pretty hefty buy, but worth the money (once we get tombs and Pv open).
    I’m only 5-6 into the game, yet it still feels so interesting. If this is a new game for someone, I recommend, for gamers of previous titles, I definitely recommend, Laras skills and gameplay are just, well spot on!
    I like continuation of the story and linear maps, but though, the story and cutscenes seem somewhat forced and over-dramatically-scripted at some points. But I hope to see and hear Camilla as Lara Croft for the next ten years, at least. So, as a solo story 9, if there'll be amazing intriguing Pv, then 10.    … Expand
  30. HeavyMetalSloth
    Jan 1, 2019
    9
    I just would like to say that the developers did a great job with this game. Before this game i played Rise of the Tomb Raider and this game was much better than that one. You really have to pay attention to the story and the characters as i would find myself lost in the story because it mainly revolves around solving riddles and those riddles deal with a part of history i am not familiarI just would like to say that the developers did a great job with this game. Before this game i played Rise of the Tomb Raider and this game was much better than that one. You really have to pay attention to the story and the characters as i would find myself lost in the story because it mainly revolves around solving riddles and those riddles deal with a part of history i am not familiar with. There were times where i would ask myself why am i doing this and the only answer i had at that time was i am trying to save the world. Here are my likes and dislikes about the game.

    Likes:
    -A much better stealth approach than Rise of the Tomb Raider
    -Liked the fact that the game took place in a jungle and not in snow. For some reason i wasn't a big fan of snow in the previous game.
    -Amazing views and architectures. Tremendous credit to the developers on this one.
    -The puzzles are frustrating, but they are so much more unique than the previous game.
    -Jonah looked way better than the previous game.
    -interacting with another culture is pretty cool
    -The story is good as any game or movie to me that deals with the apocalypse is satisfying to watch or play.
    -The skill tree has a better layout
    -Love how they included the crazy arrow that makes enemies go insane.

    Dislikes:
    -Due to me not having the required language skill or required gear to raid tombs or decipher murals i had to come back to them which was really annoying because yes there is fast travel, but even then to me it was not worth coming back unless i felt like it as you still had to trek through the jungle and find it again.
    -Stringing enemies up into trees didn't look that great when executed. Just looked very odd. Maybe it was a glitch or something.
    -Towards the end pf completing a challenge tomb it doesn't feel as satisfying as the previous game as all you do is pull down the mechanism and the challenge is completed. Whereas the other game you would open the mechanism and light would spew out and felt more satisfying.

    To me there is a lot to love about this game and not sure why the user score is a 7.4. This game is so much better than the previous one. I hope they come out with another Tomb Raider game as the series has been addicting. Maybe the next game takes place in Egypt as that would be awesome.    … Expand
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Metascore
75

Generally favorable reviews - based on 63 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 40 out of 63
  2. Mixed: 21 out of 63
  3. Negative: 2 out of 63
  1. PLAY! Zine
    Mar 11, 2019
    60
    Shallow story aside, Shadow of the Tomb Raider has the best tomb exploration in the series, and that’s what it’s all about.
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  2. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Dec 31, 2018
    60
    Still very good, but in some ways weaker than the previous game. Still, fans shouldn’t miss it, just because it is the conclusion of the trilogy. [Issue#289]
  3. Gaming Nexus
    Oct 22, 2018
    74
    Shadow of the Tomb Raider should leave us wanting more from the rebooted Lara Croft game, but with some clunky controls and a lazy combat system, what saves the game from being below average are beautiful visuals, fantastic puzzles and tomb layouts along with true adventuring. It’s as mixed up of a bag as one can get.
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