Rise of the Tomb Raider

Lara Croft battles Trinity to uncover the immortal city of Kitezh.

gameOpen-World Adventure shooter adventure action

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Our Verdict

Best for

Players craving deep skill‑tree customization and co‑op story-driven action

Skip if

Gamers seeking competitive multiplayer or smooth performance on old PCs

What is Rise of the Tomb Raider?

Players earn experience to unlock skills across three distinct trees—combat, hunting, and survival—while the Expeditions mode lets them replay levels with unique modifiers. Co‑operative play and a rich narrative drive the experience across PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC, Mac, Linux and VR platforms.

SpecificationsAI-estimated

msrp$59.99

developerCrystal Dynamics

publisherMicrosoft Studios, Square Enix Europe

age ratingPEGI 18, ESRB M

multiplayerSingle player, Co-operative

critic score87/100

release date2015-11-10

Key Features of Rise of the Tomb Raider

Combat combines firearms, stealth takedowns, and melee weapons for varied encounters.

Three skill trees let players specialize in combat, hunting, or survival abilities.

Expeditions mode offers replayable levels with modifiers instead of traditional multiplayer.

Resource scavenging enables crafting of ammunition, health kits, and upgrades.

Semi‑open hub areas contain challenge tombs with puzzles and side missions.

Co‑operative play lets two players tackle the main campaign together.

The story follows Lara’s quest for the Divine Source while confronting the paramilitary Trinity.

Stunning Siberian environments provide diverse terrain and weather effects.

Use Cases for Rise of the Tomb Raider

Story‑Driven Exploration

Experience a cinematic narrative while uncovering hidden tombs.

Skill Customization

Tailor Lara’s abilities through combat, hunting, and survival trees.

Co‑Op Campaign Play

Team up with a friend to tackle the main storyline together.

Replayability Challenges

Use Expeditions mode to replay levels with new modifiers for extra rewards.

Pros & Cons of Rise of the Tomb Raider

Pros

Deep skill‑tree customization
Rich, atmospheric environments
Robust co‑op campaign option
Engaging narrative with strong characters

Cons

Limited traditional multiplayer modes
Occasional performance drops on older hardware
Some side content can feel repetitive

Frequently Asked Questions

What platforms is Rise of the Tomb Raider available on?

It is available on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Xbox 360, PC, Mac, Linux, and VR platforms.

Does the game support co‑operative play?

Yes, the main campaign can be played in co‑op mode with a second player.

What is the Expeditions mode?

Expeditions mode lets you replay levels with special modifiers and challenges instead of traditional multiplayer.

Are there skill trees to upgrade Lara?

Yes, there are three skill trees focusing on combat, hunting, and survival that unlock via experience points.

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