Rise of the Tomb Raider

Crystal Dynamics

Rank: #1 / 11
Released: 2015
Studio: Crystal Dynamics
Genre: action-adventure game

At a glance

Rise of the Tomb Raider is an action-adventure game from Crystal Dynamics, following Lara Croft on an expedition into Siberia. Lara pursues the Lost City of Kitezh while racing against Trinity, an organization seeking the same ancient secret. The journey combines combat and exploration with survival challenges: Lara can hunt animals to craft weapons and scavenge for resources in hostile environments. The 20 Year Celebration edition includes the base game and Season Pass content, including the Blood Ties story in Croft Manor, Lara’s Nightmare, and online Co-Op Endurance. It also includes an Extreme Survivor difficulty, an outfit and weapon inspired by Tomb Raider III, and five classic Lara skins. Additional listed content includes the Baba Yaga tomb and Cold Darkness Awakened. Steam lists achievements, full controller support, Steam Cloud and leaderboards. The game is available for Windows, macOS and Linux, with a listed release date of Feb 9, 2016.

Who it is for

It suits players looking for a solo action-adventure built around Lara’s exploration, combat and survival in Siberia. The included Co-Op Endurance mode also offers an online cooperative option.

What is good

Exploration, combat and survival elements
Season Pass and additional stories included
Online Co-Op Endurance mode
Windows, macOS and Linux support

What to know first

Steam age rating is 17
Co-Op is listed for Endurance mode

Verdict

Rise of the Tomb Raider pairs Lara’s pursuit of an ancient mystery with resource gathering and hostile environments. The 20 Year Celebration edition adds several story and challenge modes, alongside its base game.