Rise of the Tomb Raider

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  1. Eliut
    Dec 4, 2015
    10
    You liked the first Tomb Raider? Then you'll love this new adventure, it is almost the same, but with a better game play, more weapons and scenarios are larger. The game has many innovative things, taking personal items to be different from other games like Uncharted, leaving the unnecessary action to choose or be as stealthy to pass a scene.

    This game is almost perfect, Crystal    You liked the first Tomb Raider? Then you'll love this new adventure, it is almost the same, but with a better game play, more weapons and scenarios are larger. The game has many innovative things, taking personal items to be different from other games like Uncharted, leaving the unnecessary action to choose or be as stealthy to pass a scene.

    This game is almost perfect, Crystal Dynamics did a great game with many elements take up the personality of Tomb Raider. You must buy and play this game if you own a Xbox One.    … Expand
  2. John718
    Nov 11, 2015
    10
    What out Uncharted 4......Lara is back and she is Vicious and going for Blood as the best Adventure game in recent history.

    Crystal Dynamics made an outstanding title with Rise of the Tomb Raider. Everything from Story, Gameplay, Mechanics, are all alive and well. This game can only be compared to a drunk...you just can't put it down until your done with it. Not only the Xbox ONE    What out Uncharted 4......Lara is back and she is Vicious and going for Blood as the best Adventure game in recent history.

    Crystal Dynamics made an outstanding title with Rise of the Tomb Raider. Everything from Story, Gameplay, Mechanics, are all alive and well. This game can only be compared to a drunk...you just can't put it down until your done with it.

    Not only the Xbox ONE version looks, sounds and plays incredible but it also pushes the Xbox 360 hardware to the max on that version.

    Thank you Microsoft.
    Thank you Crystal Dynamics.    … Expand
  3. worldcitizen19
    May 30, 2016
    10
    This is probably the best game I've played. The graphics, gameplay and story all make this an awesome game. Love the way Lara builds up her arsenal gradually until she's a one woman fighting force and thrn it becomes strategy. Enjoyed the stealth, so awesome creeping up on guy after guy and taking thrm out one by one until none left. So much more immersion than Unchartered 4 which was veryThis is probably the best game I've played. The graphics, gameplay and story all make this an awesome game. Love the way Lara builds up her arsenal gradually until she's a one woman fighting force and thrn it becomes strategy. Enjoyed the stealth, so awesome creeping up on guy after guy and taking thrm out one by one until none left. So much more immersion than Unchartered 4 which was very disappointing.

    This is Tomb Raider at its best and is my game of the year.    … Expand
  4. Valhura
    Dec 3, 2015
    10
    Amazing, some of the best graphics in a game. Anyone giving this game a 0 should be ashamed of themselves and need to get out more. It improves on everything over the original. They have thrown down the gauntlet to UC4
  5. Ghoster
    Jan 17, 2016
    10
    First game where getting XB1 make sense. Until now XB1 exclusives was really bad. OK, Tomb raider coming soon to other platforms, so not really exclusive but this one was really fun to play. If you liked last instance, this one is twice better. Better gameplay, better puzzles, not too easy, not too hard! A MUST PLAY GAME!!!
  6. Alahad23
    Feb 21, 2016
    10
    This game was excellent, I loved the first one and think that this one improves on every single aspect, I'm dying to play the DLC Tomb Raider vs Baba Yaga, but haven't had the chance. 10/10
  7. partyintheback
    Nov 10, 2015
    10
    Rise of the Tomb Raider has exceeded every expectation that I had for it. Not only does it surpass the 2013 Tomb Raider release, it tops Lara's adventures before that by combining the best of the old and the best of the new to create one of the most gripping, emotional, and tightly paced Tomb Raider games ever. There's more to see, more to do, and more to enjoy in Rise of the Tomb RaiderRise of the Tomb Raider has exceeded every expectation that I had for it. Not only does it surpass the 2013 Tomb Raider release, it tops Lara's adventures before that by combining the best of the old and the best of the new to create one of the most gripping, emotional, and tightly paced Tomb Raider games ever. There's more to see, more to do, and more to enjoy in Rise of the Tomb Raider compared to its prior release, but despite it being paced perfectly, there's a lot of exploration to be had. I've played all of the big games of 2015 and this one may just be the very best.… Expand
  8. Danik882010
    Dec 24, 2015
    10
    By far my favorite Tomb Raider game. I feel that the changes in this game are all for the better. My favorite part of this game is the character development and level designs. I hope the developers will make more games like this.
  9. cwatz
    Nov 16, 2015
    10
    Crystal Dynamics delivers again. Much like the first TR, it is a game that balances cinematic action, exploration, combat (or stealth), platforming, collecting and puzzles. Constantly shifting pace so the experience is fresh start to finish, regardless if you rush through the story or try to complete everything.

    Lara as a character shines, though the secondary cast is more    Crystal Dynamics delivers again. Much like the first TR, it is a game that balances cinematic action, exploration, combat (or stealth), platforming, collecting and puzzles. Constantly shifting pace so the experience is fresh start to finish, regardless if you rush through the story or try to complete everything.

    Lara as a character shines, though the secondary cast is more forgettable.

    Combat, despite being very easy and not having the control of a twitch shooter, it is always entertaining and very satisfying. Be it through the use of craftables, stealth shanking, or pulling off headshots.

    The only downside is the collectibles seem to have gotten slightly out of control this time around. You may find yourself constantly backtracking, often back to the same areas multiple times. While collectible hunting can be fun, it borders on become a chore.

    Regardless, its one of the best games of the year and highly recommended for just about any gamer.    … Expand
  10. ewm
    Nov 12, 2015
    10
    This game just amazing which really feel the spirit of adventure due to the new gameplay that has changed because of the change of location-of footprints in the snow, you can calculate the enemy, you can now climb trees.Script though Prattchet wrote , but it became better and get rid of unnecessary drama.The beauty of landscapes as well as graphics in Lara is simply amazing, no wonderThis game just amazing which really feel the spirit of adventure due to the new gameplay that has changed because of the change of location-of footprints in the snow, you can calculate the enemy, you can now climb trees.Script though Prattchet wrote , but it became better and get rid of unnecessary drama.The beauty of landscapes as well as graphics in Lara is simply amazing, no wonder locations worked on the design of one of the leading artists of The Last of Us.When it comes to fighting, it turns out that many of the shooting, in fact, the same puzzle.In stealth Rise of the Tomb Raider allows you to experiment. You can climb higher and remove the arrows or the time to deal with rivals one by one, but much more interesting to improvise.You can add to this that the ending of the game, and delicious and lots of variety on the number of puzzles that Drake would be envious and we get the best Lara since the first part.… Expand
  11. busbfran
    Nov 18, 2015
    10
    Plays and looks like a next gen Tomb Raider. Lara is back and more bad ass! This sequel essentially tops the previous title with better machines, visuals and environments. We are also given a much stronger cast that really grow as the game plays out. Rise of the tomb raider is just the beginning of something much more special.
  12. vrildox
    Nov 11, 2015
    10
    I've completed a plethora of games in 2015. 2015 was the year of gaming in a lot of ways. Movies and comics definitely couldn't touch games this year. Music came close but it still couldn't dethrone the pop culture master of the year. So far my contenders for GOTY are Ori and the Blind Forest, Phantom Pain, Arkham Knight, and Rise of the Tomb Raider. That being said, I'm really leaningI've completed a plethora of games in 2015. 2015 was the year of gaming in a lot of ways. Movies and comics definitely couldn't touch games this year. Music came close but it still couldn't dethrone the pop culture master of the year. So far my contenders for GOTY are Ori and the Blind Forest, Phantom Pain, Arkham Knight, and Rise of the Tomb Raider. That being said, I'm really leaning toward Rise in the 11th hour. Releasing at the end of the year didn't hurt it's case but that's barely a factor. Rise of the Tomb Raider is the Skyfall of TR games. It ties everything together and ramps up the quality nob to a ten. I'm not gonna fully make my decision until I finish Rodea the Sky Soldier, Fatal Frame 5, and Fallout 4, but it's gonna be tough to top this game. It's just breathtaking in every aspect of gaming. And even though this doesn't effect my decision I must point out that these are the best graphics on the market today.… Expand
  13. Free1oader
    Jun 4, 2016
    10
    Awesome! Looks great, plays really well, comtrols are simple, everything is responsive. Has a great story to drive through, and after that theres a plethora of secrets to go find for 100% completion. Xbox's answer to uncharted, it seems, and every bit as good.
  14. daniel_vetbr
    Dec 20, 2015
    10
    Que jogo lindo, emocionante e intenso.
    Infelizmente muitos pontos negativos aqui é dado por pessoas que seuqer jogaram, apenas praticam haterismo por ser um game de Xbox.
  15. megamanx75
    Nov 10, 2015
    10
    Simply, it's an amazing game. You will love it, and enjoy much than you think. Love it much more than other part of Tomb Raider. It will take too much time from me to know everything in the game. Can't wait to back, and continue the playing.
  16. ITZZZPERRY
    Jan 7, 2016
    10
    Rise of the Tomb Raider is a game I did not expect to like as much as I did. Everything about it just seemed to work. I never wanted to stop playing, as it was so much fun. I stayed until at least 1:30 AM for multiple nights because I was so hooked on this game. This game is an amazing game that no gamer should miss.
  17. Richie_0717
    Nov 16, 2015
    10
    This is how there must be a sequel. There's plenty to discover in the game. Even though all the work as well as the 2013 section. No longer hated by many QTE .
  18. Haniasa
    Nov 10, 2015
    10
    Simply, it's an amazing game. You will love it, and enjoy much than you think. Love it much more than other part of Tomb Raider. It will take too much time from me to know everything in the game. Can't wait to back, and continue the playing.
  19. Rubius25
    Feb 23, 2016
    10
    Square-Enix has a unique style when creating incredibly well-designed worlds. The new and enhanced exploration of Rise of the Tomb Raider gives a fresh and amazing take to the series, and while it is more direct in its conception, it doesn’t lose an ounce of depth. Rise of the Tomb Raider is an extremely engaging adventure, with excellent combat, innovative climbing, and fascinatingSquare-Enix has a unique style when creating incredibly well-designed worlds. The new and enhanced exploration of Rise of the Tomb Raider gives a fresh and amazing take to the series, and while it is more direct in its conception, it doesn’t lose an ounce of depth. Rise of the Tomb Raider is an extremely engaging adventure, with excellent combat, innovative climbing, and fascinating exploration. I want to keep playing, I want to discover all of its secrets, I want to fight every enemy, plunder every crypt, hunt, and explore as many challenge tombs as possible. To put it plainly, I want to bleed the game dry, and there's a lot to bleed. So far I've put over 40 hours into Rise of the Tomb Raider, and there's still a little more to do.… Expand
  20. Rysingzombie
    Nov 11, 2015
    10
    From the moment I began playing this game the first thought that came into my head was, "Now this is truly Next Gen!" As mentioned by other reviewers, Rise of the Tomb Raider is probably one of the best looking video games I have ever played! And not only are the graphics incredible, but the game play and the story suck you in and keep you hooked! I truly enjoyed the first titleFrom the moment I began playing this game the first thought that came into my head was, "Now this is truly Next Gen!" As mentioned by other reviewers, Rise of the Tomb Raider is probably one of the best looking video games I have ever played! And not only are the graphics incredible, but the game play and the story suck you in and keep you hooked! I truly enjoyed the first title rebooting this series and this game improves upon that on so many different levels. If you love video games I highly recommend picking up this rare gem. It is a feast for the eyes and a joy for the heart, head, mind, and soul. Great story, adrenaline pumping action, spectacular graphics, and a heroine that you can't help but root for make this title my choice of game of the year!!… Expand
  21. Unbiased_Critic
    Dec 6, 2015
    10
    Extremely fun. Play on the 2nd to last difficulty at least. Definitely worth picking up. If it had been an Xbox exclusive, it would have been worth picking up an X1 for.
  22. jayjohnson1989
    Nov 14, 2015
    10
    Having immensely enjoyed the 2013 reboot of Tomb Raider, I was anticipating liking it's sequel, and I did - but it was one of the few games that actually managed to surpass my expectations and then some.

    Rise of the Tomb Raider takes place mostly in Siberia across 3 absolutely massive and densely packed hubs. The story is decent by videogame standards, having enough twists and turns to    Having immensely enjoyed the 2013 reboot of Tomb Raider, I was anticipating liking it's sequel, and I did - but it was one of the few games that actually managed to surpass my expectations and then some.

    Rise of the Tomb Raider takes place mostly in Siberia across 3 absolutely massive and densely packed hubs. The story is decent by videogame standards, having enough twists and turns to keep it engaging and a villain that's a marked improvement from the previous game. Though I could have done without many of the side characters that aid Lara throughout the campaign they don't detract from the experience on the whole. But it's Lara Croft that really makes the game, the character work here is brilliant, Lara can simultaneously be vulnerable and hard faced making her a dangerous and interesting bad ass. It's not often you see women take on this type of role in games and I hope Crystal Dynamics keep her this way.

    Combat, stealth and platforming all return with improvements. Combat remains tight, the dynamic cover still flawless in the face of battle and on the highest difficulty enemies can be a real challenge - the game is almost a little too reliant on combat but luckily it's fun enough. Though fighting human enemies can lose it's lustre after a while, fighting animals is an absolute thrill (and hard!). Platforming is similar to the last game but now with some extra moves to make it a bit more varied and stealth has been implemented very well here, in fact it's one of the most fun stealth systems I've used outside of Metal Gear Solid 5.

    The best thing about Rise of the Tomb Raider is the optional side tombs, they're absolutely brilliant. Not so challenging that you're pulling your xbox one controller out of the wall after hurling it out of annoyance, but they can be legitimately tricky in places. Not only that but they have a fantastic atmosphere that recalls the old games, my favourite (despite being easier than the others I've attempted) involves raising water levels and it was a joy to play through, I felt like it was 1996 all over again. I do almost wish there were more of them, but they are still plentiful and much bigger than the previous games, I would happily put down more cash to play some tomb DLC's.

    The game feels full of content and I'm no where near completing it 100%, but it doesn't feel bloated. The set pieces that push the story along are thrilling and much better implemented than the last games. It's hard to give Rise of the Tomb Raider any negative points, I'd say it's almost the perfect action adventure game! But I'm hoping in the sequel they cut down a little on human slaughtering and really push the tomb and animal combat, which is where the this game get its identity and it really excels. Rise of the Tomb Raider 10/10    … Expand
  23. ps4misery
    Nov 10, 2015
    10
    This game is really fun. I would recommend this over fallout 4.Graphics are an improvement but not my much. Where this game excels at is the gameplay. It moves along at a good pace and the story is engaging.
  24. sarymansour
    Nov 10, 2015
    10
    Great graphics and gameplay, loved the story can't wait for everyone to play this game. Got the game before release so happy to get and review, just wish it came out in all console
  25. pt122781
    Mar 26, 2016
    10
    The first game was amazing and mind blowing, and this one tops it!! Well done Crystal Dynamics, it's so well developed and such and intriguing game you don't want to stop playing. Of course it is not Fallout 4 or the Witcher in terms of scale and it shouldn't be. The game does what its meant to do, be fun, explore, upgrade which by the way is all improved and keeps it fresh and exciting.The first game was amazing and mind blowing, and this one tops it!! Well done Crystal Dynamics, it's so well developed and such and intriguing game you don't want to stop playing. Of course it is not Fallout 4 or the Witcher in terms of scale and it shouldn't be. The game does what its meant to do, be fun, explore, upgrade which by the way is all improved and keeps it fresh and exciting. The Wticher 3 deserved Game of the Year because that game is revolutionary and amazing, but this is right up there in terms of action, adventure and graphics. I was never a big fan of Uncharted games and I will play the 4th one for PS4 but I still believe these new Tomb Raider games are more interesting and better than Uncharted, graphically its the best graphics I have seen this generation next to Mad Max, Arkham and the Witcher. Will Uncharted 4 out do it graphically? maybe but it will be tough. Amazing game, worth every penny, please Crystal Dynamics make a third one and some time soon, unreal game!!!… Expand
  26. DrZomboid
    Dec 12, 2015
    10
    The best Tomb Raider and best current gen game so far. Anyway It is not perfect, graphics not always top notch, I would like more horror moments with some kind of creatures. Also I mind that many outfits looks bad and boring. The rest of game is awesome.
  27. Bleeding
    Nov 15, 2015
    10
    Can a game be too beautiful? Too visually breathtaking? Rise of the Tomb Raider brought up this question to myself multiple times - it is unquestionably the most visually impressive game I've seen thus far. This goes for the technical side of the game (with its crisp picture and fantastic volumetric lighting effects to the absolutely perfect character model of Lara Croft) but even more forCan a game be too beautiful? Too visually breathtaking? Rise of the Tomb Raider brought up this question to myself multiple times - it is unquestionably the most visually impressive game I've seen thus far. This goes for the technical side of the game (with its crisp picture and fantastic volumetric lighting effects to the absolutely perfect character model of Lara Croft) but even more for the game world Crystal Dynamics has created: it's gorgeous, filled with amazing detail and the vast areas absolutely beg to be explored for the next eye-opening vista. And here we come back to my initial question: I really dig amazing graphics in games and love to enjoy them by just looking at the game world. In Rise of the Tomb Raider, though, I get so permanently distracted from the gameplay it's almost ridiculous. Even in tense escape sequences, I tend to stop to enjoy a beautiful vista, gaze at the game's fascinating lighting or run around to see the traces Lara left in the deep Siberian snow. It sure would made for some surreal moments if you watched me playing in these moments - Lara just standing there, looking at this strangely beautiful burning trees in the dark Siberian Wilderness, while all hell breaks loose around her and the music reaching new dramatic heights. Now, in some games, this could be a good excuse for lacking gameplay or a sub-par storyline - luckily, non of this appies to Raise of the Tomb Raider. As in 2013's reboot, the gameplay is an excellent blend of stealth, puzzle solving, exploring, platforming and exciting cover-based 3rd-person-shooting (that still has one of the most unobtrusive and fluid cover mechanics in any game). The story is very well told, no matter if it's the main story or one of the stories told by documents you can collect. The amazing world makes searching for the documents fun, and finding them is actually very rewarding, as the story they tell is actually meaningful and exciting - even a little bit educational, if you take the time to look up some of the involved cultures. Of course, large parts of the story are pure fiction, but it's always based on at least a bit of real historic events or cultures. I also like the inclusion of non-enemy inhabitants in the game world as well, which makes exploring even more fascinating. Speaking of which, the new areas are huge and full of things to do - collecting, exploring, hunting and now even side-missions. Of course there is also no lack of (now more challenging) tombs. The beauty about it is that all of it feels right and not so much just about stretching game time. It's things I want to do, things I have lots of fun with. And where I can spend more time looking at such a beautiful game world - because, a game really never can be too beautiful.… Expand
  28. iJoy
    Nov 19, 2015
    10
    Очень классное продолжение получилось :) Графика на высоте, особенно понравился сюжет и кинемотографическая анимация. Пусть и заскриптованная, но в этом и прелесть этой игры.
  29. sbraughton
    Dec 12, 2015
    10
    Other than Halo 5, this is by far the best game I've played in 2015. That's saying quite a bit as I've played Fallout 4, Destiny:Taken King, and Batman:Arkham Knight.
    If anyone gave this a score under an 8, they didn't play it or are still crying that their favorite platform won't see this game for a year or so.
    Freaking awesome! This is worth your money and time - neither of which I    Other than Halo 5, this is by far the best game I've played in 2015. That's saying quite a bit as I've played Fallout 4, Destiny:Taken King, and Batman:Arkham Knight.
    If anyone gave this a score under an 8, they didn't play it or are still crying that their favorite platform won't see this game for a year or so.
    Freaking awesome! This is worth your money and time - neither of which I have much of. If you have to wait a year for this game, an XB1 is only $350, so ... you have only yourself to blame.    … Expand
  30. citra2014
    Nov 17, 2015
    10
    I'm giving it a 10.. this game so far is even better than Tomb Rider 2013.. it is like being in a movie.. graphics are great, gameplay and storyline.. the entire game is awesome.. it is worth to buy this game so far has not cons..it has exceeded every expectation that I had for it..
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 102 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 96 out of 102
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 102
  3. Negative: 0 out of 102
  1. CD-Action
    Jan 12, 2016
    85
    It’s basically the same great game we’ve played before but prettier and even more enjoyable. Actually the Tomb Raider series never offered so much fun. [13/2015, p.32]
  2. games(TM)
    Jan 9, 2016
    70
    It is an enjoyable game, but if only Crystal Dynamics could have resolved its conflicts by focusing its attention on what Tomb Raider does best and cutting out anything that got in the way of that, it could have been something far more special.
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  3. ICXM
    Jan 8, 2016
    85
    A great experience that is let down by its voice acting and certain key junctures in the story when the developers just tell us so much that we can guess what's going to happen next. The good news is that these are few and far between and the spectacular final missions make up for everything.
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