Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition

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  1. ShankYouKindly
    Jan 28, 2014
    10
    This is a very good action adventure game. With puzzles, great shooting mechanics and tons of explorable areas , this game will keep you busy for quite a while. BUT WHAT I CANNOT UNDERSTAND, is why you would buy this game if you previously had it. It is the SAME GAME. Those who bought it again and are complaining about a lack of innovation are idiots. IT IS THE SAME **** GAME. Buy it ifThis is a very good action adventure game. With puzzles, great shooting mechanics and tons of explorable areas , this game will keep you busy for quite a while. BUT WHAT I CANNOT UNDERSTAND, is why you would buy this game if you previously had it. It is the SAME GAME. Those who bought it again and are complaining about a lack of innovation are idiots. IT IS THE SAME **** GAME. Buy it if you have not already, because it's great, but if you already have the 7th gen version or the PC version, YOU ALREADY HAVE THIS GAME, lol. People are basically complaining about their own stupidity on here.… Expand
  2. Friendzie
    Feb 7, 2014
    10
    The fact that the PS4 version came out a little better in the framerate department doesn't change how great this game is on any platform or version. It's a 10/10 game on the PC, PS3, XBox 360, PS4 and XB1. If the price isn't good for you, wait for it to drop.
  3. Quietlionmusic
    Nov 9, 2015
    10
    I had no intention of buying this game because I had found previous Tomb Raider games to be mediocre and much to be desired. However, I got this game free for being an Xbox live member so I thought I would give it a shot.
    When I started the game I was immediately immersed in the story. I have never seen a game make you feel like you are actually in it so well. The design of the UI and    I had no intention of buying this game because I had found previous Tomb Raider games to be mediocre and much to be desired. However, I got this game free for being an Xbox live member so I thought I would give it a shot.
    When I started the game I was immediately immersed in the story. I have never seen a game make you feel like you are actually in it so well. The design of the UI and controls are so unobtrusive that you forget you are playing a game. I became addicted to the game quite quickly because it hearkens back to the old days when adventure games had great puzzles, platforming and action. Exploring these dark decrepit looking places just gives you an eerie feeling further immersing you in the game. I really like the reinvention of Lara Croft as more of a human being and less of an already established hero. You see Lara go through struggles in the game and escape by the skin of her teeth making the excitement that much better. I have nothing bad to say about the game therefore 10/10.    … Expand
  4. ToDreamAgain
    Jan 28, 2014
    10
    I absolutely love this game. The graphics improvement is beautiful and the game itself is one for the ages. It's absurd that people are upset that the price of this is $59.99... Battlefield 4 is for all 4 last/current gen consoles and the price was static across them all. It's a AAA title on the newest gen consoles and it's spectacular for people like me who DIDN'T PLAY IT ON 360 OR PS3.I absolutely love this game. The graphics improvement is beautiful and the game itself is one for the ages. It's absurd that people are upset that the price of this is $59.99... Battlefield 4 is for all 4 last/current gen consoles and the price was static across them all. It's a AAA title on the newest gen consoles and it's spectacular for people like me who DIDN'T PLAY IT ON 360 OR PS3. How has nobody thought of that?? Not everybody played it already and when I heard it was being improved for PS4/XOne I was ecstatic because it also gave me something to play on my brand new system with few launch titles.

    Stop calling this fraud and robbery. It's absolutely ridiculous. If you already played it why would you buy the new version? What would be the point. Remember when Half-Life was released on the Source engine? You didn't HAVE to buy it.

    Worth the money for newcomers to the title as well as non-petulant adults who want to see what the now current gen is capable of.    … Expand
  5. Samuryan
    Feb 3, 2014
    10
    Apparently you don't actually have to have played a game in order to write a review. The negative reviews on here are not helpful at all. I have played the game on 360, and I have never played it on XBO but if it's the same game but prettier, then it should get the same rating despite the price. If this game was $400 and it wouldn't change the score.
  6. Flute
    Feb 13, 2014
    10
    Let me just say how surprised i was how good this game was! I was blow away by how good the story was and tombs were fun puzzles. Check out the making of the game videos. The women who played Laura for the motion capture is gorgeous!!!! For an Xbox only guy it's great to have an action adventure game to play since the uncharted games are Sony exclusives. My only disappointed is I wish theLet me just say how surprised i was how good this game was! I was blow away by how good the story was and tombs were fun puzzles. Check out the making of the game videos. The women who played Laura for the motion capture is gorgeous!!!! For an Xbox only guy it's great to have an action adventure game to play since the uncharted games are Sony exclusives. My only disappointed is I wish the game was longer. Now I can't wait for the next Tomb Raider from Crystal Dynamics. There's a reason why this game made it to the top for consideration in many Game of the Year awards, though it couldn't win up against GTA V and the Last of Us I guess.… Expand
  7. Bouckaert
    Apr 30, 2014
    10
    Excelente game. Wonderfull scenario. Amazing music and soundtrack. I'm really impressed. Worth every peny. It is a exciting game from the beggining to the end.
  8. Nristen
    Apr 22, 2014
    10
    The Tomb Raider Reboot was met with near unanimous reviews. Unfortunately Sqaure Enix let it be known that it failed to meet sales targets and, as such, was a failure. Sound grim...but - it was obviously good enough that tey didn't totally abandon the game and decided to give it one last shot in the arm with a release of Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition for the PC, Xbox One and PlaystationThe Tomb Raider Reboot was met with near unanimous reviews. Unfortunately Sqaure Enix let it be known that it failed to meet sales targets and, as such, was a failure. Sound grim...but - it was obviously good enough that tey didn't totally abandon the game and decided to give it one last shot in the arm with a release of Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition for the PC, Xbox One and Playstation 4.

    If you've already checked out Tomb Raider than you already know: the game is awesome. Like, really awesome. It's not a perfect (none re) and it probably could have done without the multiplayer, but by and large Tomb Raider brings Lara Croft back with a bang. Square avoids falling into the trap of being a Uncharted clone, and offers up an origin story that treats Lara with respect and sets the Franchise to be one to watch. One of the games of 2013.    … Expand
  9. Zepo
    May 27, 2014
    10
    Game was so good that i played it non stop for 8 hours. Lol. Amazing storyline . You play it like a movie. If you are a fan of such games then you will just enjoyed as much as i did. And Lara is really hot :D
  10. runn67
    Oct 10, 2016
    10
    This game made me a fan of Tomb Raider. It's visually beautiful, very fun to play with a challenge at every turn. If you haven't played this game you should. Or you are missing out on something great!
  11. neopolx
    Jul 10, 2016
    10
    More fluid movements than any other games, amaazing graphics, good story full of action, amazing game, Lara Croft more beautiful but she is always beautiful and a very fun game. Is the Best.
  12. I_LIKE_SCISSORS
    Dec 31, 2015
    10
    Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition would have to be one of the best tomb raider games of all time.
    the ai is great and the story is actually interesting
  13. vinicius77777
    Feb 24, 2016
    10
    ótimo jogo. gostei muito, o jogo tem tudo de bom: ótima história, suspense, ótima jogabilidade, jogo realista de sobrevivência, um vasto mundo. amei o jogo, foi o primeiro jogo que eu salvei da série. sem falar que ainda tem o modo online que é muito bom.
  14. Byrne2020
    May 13, 2020
    10
    Amazing game. Hands down the game of the year the year it was released. I had so much fun playing this game and have rebooted Lara Croft is by far an improvement in the old Lara on so many levels.
  15. cchenders40
    Oct 19, 2022
    10
    I love cinematic games. But I typically do not replay them, but I've replayed this a whole bunch. I love the feel of a Indiana Jones type adventure. This feels like a dark and gritty Indiana Jones with more supernatural elements. This game, in my opinion is a masterpiece. The combat is gritty and feels great, the traversal is fun and clever, the puzzle solving and tools given to you areI love cinematic games. But I typically do not replay them, but I've replayed this a whole bunch. I love the feel of a Indiana Jones type adventure. This feels like a dark and gritty Indiana Jones with more supernatural elements. This game, in my opinion is a masterpiece. The combat is gritty and feels great, the traversal is fun and clever, the puzzle solving and tools given to you are just difficult enough and always fun to figure out on your own, the action set pieces in this game are incredible and epic, and the story is compelling. Perhaps the biggest positive about this game is Lara Croft. No longer is she an underdeveloped and over sexualized character. She has motives, a backstory, and real development and is treated with respect by the developers.

    The setting of the game is also great, the island is cool, dark, and varied in biomes. The enemy design is varied and gives you a bunch of fun and interesting combat encounters that requires real strategy.

    Also the game in 2022 still looks beautiful.

    I cannot believe this game goes for as cheap as it does, it is a must play. It looks great on current gen consoles. If you are looking for M Rated Uncharted this is the game for you.    … Expand
  16. SchroederRock
    Feb 1, 2014
    9
    Tomb Raider on Xbox 360 was great. With a noticeable facelift and extra DLC on Xbox One, it is even better. This is a great origin story with a bit of grit instead of polish. This isn't your old-school Tomb Raider but a survival experience on an island with dangerous enemies and a bit of a supernatural sense. I loved Tomb Raider on 360 and I've picked it up again because the game was soTomb Raider on Xbox 360 was great. With a noticeable facelift and extra DLC on Xbox One, it is even better. This is a great origin story with a bit of grit instead of polish. This isn't your old-school Tomb Raider but a survival experience on an island with dangerous enemies and a bit of a supernatural sense. I loved Tomb Raider on 360 and I've picked it up again because the game was so good I wanted to experience it with the extras. Totally worth a purchase and is a good way to fill some time before a big title like TitanFall lands in just over a month.… Expand
  17. DownByTheRiver
    Mar 28, 2014
    9
    Amazing port to the X1 I would say it's a must buy. Fantastic story, gameplay, graphics, atmosphere make this a must buy. Multiplayer is also very fun, surprisingly. Can be challenging which isn't seen much anymore. My one grip is that it does feel a tad long. Overall it's a must buy.
  18. Peptide
    Sep 11, 2014
    9
    Very fun action. Puzzles are not to overwhelming. Very story driven but it neither takes over your play time nor does it leave you thirsting for more. Its just right.
    Only complaint is that I had to hit RB so many times to find stuff in the environment. Should figure out a different way.
    Lastly, (and my review and score have nothing to do with this), from a realism standpoint, this    Very fun action. Puzzles are not to overwhelming. Very story driven but it neither takes over your play time nor does it leave you thirsting for more. Its just right.
    Only complaint is that I had to hit RB so many times to find stuff in the environment. Should figure out a different way.
    Lastly, (and my review and score have nothing to do with this), from a realism standpoint, this character model or Lara Croft is the most beautiful woman I have ever seen in a video game. I practically fell in love with her.    … Expand
  19. heerobya
    Oct 12, 2015
    9
    Have had the game sitting on my HD for a while since it was given away for free to XBL Gold members.

    Finally started playing it yesterday, and I'm probably 8-10 hours in now and I've loved just about every minute of it. It's like... a modern era but better than Assassin's Creed had a baby with Uncharted. Better than any Uncharted game I've played, better than any AC I've played.    Have had the game sitting on my HD for a while since it was given away for free to XBL Gold members.

    Finally started playing it yesterday, and I'm probably 8-10 hours in now and I've loved just about every minute of it.

    It's like... a modern era but better than Assassin's Creed had a baby with Uncharted.

    Better than any Uncharted game I've played, better than any AC I've played.

    Seriously redefines the stealth/action adventure/platformer.

    The sequel was on my radar before, but now, come Nov 10, I will be buying it - after I read some reviews and see if they screwed up the formula that works so, so well in this game.    … Expand
  20. Armataan
    Nov 2, 2015
    9
    This is the best Tomb Raider of all time. Period. It is a great game. The graphics are solid, the sound is dynamic and really puts you into the game, the transition animations are nearly flawless most of the time and leaves you feeling like part of the action. It really is fantastic. I have no criticisms about the mechanics, graphics, sound, or gameplay. It is solidly entertaining fromThis is the best Tomb Raider of all time. Period. It is a great game. The graphics are solid, the sound is dynamic and really puts you into the game, the transition animations are nearly flawless most of the time and leaves you feeling like part of the action. It really is fantastic. I have no criticisms about the mechanics, graphics, sound, or gameplay. It is solidly entertaining from beginning to end, and the online play is fun too.

    My only criticism, and what knocks it down to a 9 (an 8.5 if I am honest), is an aesthetic desire. I love the game, and I love the character. It is a solid reboot of the franchise, but Lara being a homicidal genocide is a bit weird. She literally kills like 1200 people from beginning to end. If you explicitly play the game as close to a stealth shooter as you can, trying for 0 fatalities except when there is no other choice, the game still requires that you kill 400+ people. And that just feels wrong. I wish the game had allowed for a Thief style 'no blood on your hands' method of play. I get that the tomb raider has guns. It has always been part of the series, but it got cranked up to 11 here and I think it detracts from the best things about the game.    … Expand
  21. JohnWitten
    Feb 2, 2014
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. In short, the additional content isn't enough to make players who've already bought the 360 version want to upgrade (especially for the price), and isn't enough to change my review score for the normal "last-gen" edition as well. However, I must admit it does look wonderful on Xbox One, the slightly updated additions of DLC tombs and gear are interesting, and maybe once it drops to half price or less, others who aren't complete newcomers to the game will actually consider upgrading. All in all, a fine game and a worthwhile buy- moreso if you haven't already played the game, but great nonetheless.… Expand
  22. contabogs13
    Sep 2, 2014
    9
    I have to mention that I acquire this game when Xbox Live offered on sale at 499.00 Mexican pesos, because at a first sight it do not get my attention. Once I started to play I just could not stop... It is a fantastic story, tons of action scenes, many, many, many ways to kill Lara, and the conversion to Xbox One was good.

    The only thing I do not like to much is that it was an easy    I have to mention that I acquire this game when Xbox Live offered on sale at 499.00 Mexican pesos, because at a first sight it do not get my attention. Once I started to play I just could not stop... It is a fantastic story, tons of action scenes, many, many, many ways to kill Lara, and the conversion to Xbox One was good.

    The only thing I do not like to much is that it was an easy game, nevertheless, I cannot wait to put my hands on the new Lara's game, but hope it get more difficult issues, and a supreme-full-action history, because it is the first game on Xbox One that gets from me a big smile.    … Expand
  23. busbfran
    Mar 8, 2014
    9
    The leading female and one of the most recognisable video game characters is back! That's right Lara Croft! and man is she more bad ass then ever. After the series was heading for a land slide I'm glad crystal dynamics has pick it back up into its true glory. A total redesign of Lara's character structure and personality has influences a positive attitude towards gamers and made the gameThe leading female and one of the most recognisable video game characters is back! That's right Lara Croft! and man is she more bad ass then ever. After the series was heading for a land slide I'm glad crystal dynamics has pick it back up into its true glory. A total redesign of Lara's character structure and personality has influences a positive attitude towards gamers and made the game more believable and realistic. Tomb Raider is a true adventure filled with fun combat and graphical environments that are worth $80 just to look at. Apart from the cheesy characters and story this is a near perfect reboot to the franchise that was well in need of one. When the credits begun to roll, you will feel like your money was well spent and be filled with excitement to see what comes next.… Expand
  24. LUFCXI
    Oct 30, 2014
    9
    Having been brought up within the Tomb Raider era having played the 1st TR on the playstation, I was a little skeptical about 1st of all a rehash of how lara became Tomb Raider' I bought it on Xbox 360 because as I said, I grew up with Lara. I was more than pleasantly surprised and hated not having when it was time to get rid in order to fund my Xbox One. I got TR DE the day it wasHaving been brought up within the Tomb Raider era having played the 1st TR on the playstation, I was a little skeptical about 1st of all a rehash of how lara became Tomb Raider' I bought it on Xbox 360 because as I said, I grew up with Lara. I was more than pleasantly surprised and hated not having when it was time to get rid in order to fund my Xbox One. I got TR DE the day it was released and to this day, can still go back and play it. I love replaying areas gathering cache's and artifacts I missed on the way to completing the game. I adored this game so much and really looking forward to the next installment in late 2015.

    A must buy for anyone who loves the TR franchise and or 3rd person shooters    … Expand
  25. Joe_E_Dee
    Nov 28, 2014
    9
    Great game. Has a good mix of action, adventure, exploration, puzzle sovling, and RPG elements.
    Graphics and story are top notch. At the current price, this game is a steal.
  26. Hannsen94
    Feb 5, 2014
    9
    I bought this game for Xbox One because there are not so much titles you can buy right now for this platform. I must say I was a little bit scared, because this is my first Tomb Raider game and I had no plan what is waiting for me in this game.
    I must say, that this is a very good game, maybe the best I played since last summer. Maybe not because graphics, I think the Xbox One could do a    I bought this game for Xbox One because there are not so much titles you can buy right now for this platform. I must say I was a little bit scared, because this is my first Tomb Raider game and I had no plan what is waiting for me in this game.
    I must say, that this is a very good game, maybe the best I played since last summer. Maybe not because graphics, I think the Xbox One could do a lot more than this. But the storyline and the gameplay is in my opinion very great, you can play offensive and also "defensive". The AI is challenging if you play on hard i think and also the discoverable objects, which give you more story background are well done.
    Of course, it's a remake of an Xbox360-Version, so I wouldn't buy this for Xbox One if I had bought the game for Xbox360.
    All in all my opinion:
    + Good story plot
    + Well told story
    + Well AI for every type of gamer
    + Nice gameplay
    + Quite good graphics...
    - ...but for "Next-Gen" not enough
    - a more non-linear story could be nice    … Expand
  27. patt3
    Jun 16, 2014
    9
    This game is an incredible adventure. It nails the gameplay, story, and environment. Everything totally immerses you. It is one of the most beautiful (not realistic necessarily) games I have played on the xbox one. The campaign is, in my opinion, nearly flawless, although it doesn't really stretch any boundaries. Plus, the "open world" after you finish the campaign has little fun to offer.This game is an incredible adventure. It nails the gameplay, story, and environment. Everything totally immerses you. It is one of the most beautiful (not realistic necessarily) games I have played on the xbox one. The campaign is, in my opinion, nearly flawless, although it doesn't really stretch any boundaries. Plus, the "open world" after you finish the campaign has little fun to offer. Still, buy this game.… Expand
  28. tybyrd93
    Jun 22, 2014
    9
    Great, exciting adventure game. The visuals have definitely been stepped up, the world is fun to explore, the shooting mechanics are great. I loved how the game is about survival and not just the action
  29. TSapper
    Oct 9, 2015
    9
    Fantastic game. Some very interesting puzzles and climbing mechanics. Loved it when I fired up my second playthrough to find all the treasure I missed the first time ... and finally maxed out all my weapons.

    Though I enjoyed the Uncharted games, this beats them all for look, feel, and how I was engrossed for hours at a time.

    I will definitely be getting Rise of the Tomb Raider!
  30. Rymac44
    Jan 20, 2015
    9
    The first tomb raider I played, and I really enjoyed it. Lara is a great character, and the gameplay was exciting. You should definitely play it........
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 18 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 16 out of 18
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 18
  3. Negative: 0 out of 18
  1. Pure Xbox
    Oct 22, 2014
    90
    If you never had the chance to experience the game a year ago, then the Definitive Edition is an absolute no-brainer. In fact, we’re even slightly envious of those people that waited, because Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition is one of the Xbox One's best games.
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  2. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Apr 7, 2014
    80
    The same game looking better - and offering a deeper immersion into Lara's island nightmare. [Issue #239]
  3. MondoXbox
    Feb 23, 2014
    87
    An undoubtedly successful next-gen makeup operation, delivering rich and vibrant graphics on an already great game. Nevertheless, this is a game suited only for those who never played the original one: the revamped graphics aren't enough to justify the admittance price if you already played it.
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