Tomb Raider III

 PlayStation
Metascore
76

Generally favorable reviews - based on 14 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 14
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 14
  3. Negative: 0 out of 14
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  1. Games Domain
    70
    Although the gameplay is as involving as it ever was, the lack of innovation means that you feel you're playing an expansion pack for "Tomb Raider 2" than a completely new version.
  2. Electronic Gaming Monthly
    69
    Globe-trotting Laura gets new weapons and vehicles. [Jan 2004, p.189]
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  3. Cheat Code Central Platinum
    60
    This game plays much like it’s predecessors, and carries on the TR tradition nicely. However, it’s high difficulty and dark environments may scare off the first time players out there. Heck, it might even scare off seasoned vets!
  5. Game Revolution
    58
    If you're fiending for some more Lara, and I mean absolutely jonesin'... then I guess you could pick this one up. For the other 99.9% of us, go play "TR" or "TR2" again or even for the first time. Or better yet, forget about Lara Croft altogether.

Awards & Rankings

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#16 Best PS1 Game of 1998
12
#12 Most Discussed PS1 Game of 1998
11
#11 Most Shared PS1 Game of 1998

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User Score
8.1

Generally favorable reviews- based on 119 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 87 out of 119
  2. Mixed: 26 out of 119
  3. Negative: 6 out of 119
  1. BucksMacFan
    Jul 2, 2014
    9
    Lara comes of age, I missed the time trials and stuff at Croft Manor, but the game play and action were excellent. You really started to feelLara comes of age, I missed the time trials and stuff at Croft Manor, but the game play and action were excellent. You really started to feel you were 100% in control. Still not perfect but at the time we had no complaints.… Full Review »
  2. misery1990
    Oct 23, 2011
    10
    Tomb Raider III is the only game where I give 10 because i have played many games in my life,and unfortunately,nothing gives me the majestyTomb Raider III is the only game where I give 10 because i have played many games in my life,and unfortunately,nothing gives me the majesty that I feel when I play this masterpiece!!!!!… Full Review »
  3. Tubie
    Jan 19, 2011
    7
    While still an engaging game with great presentation. This game somewhat lost what made the first two games s great. That feeling of mysteryWhile still an engaging game with great presentation. This game somewhat lost what made the first two games s great. That feeling of mystery and suspense that defined this franchise.… Full Review »
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