Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition

Action

Adventure

Single-player

Steam Achievements

Full controller support

Steam Trading Cards

DualShock Controller Support

DualSense Controller Support

Steam Cloud

Remote Play on Phone

Remote Play on Tablet

Remote Play on TV

Family Sharing

Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition

Action

Adventure

Single-player

Steam Achievements

Full controller support

Steam Trading Cards

DualShock Controller Support

DualSense Controller Support

Steam Cloud

Remote Play on Phone

Remote Play on Tablet

Remote Play on TV

Family Sharing

As Lara Croft races to save the world from a Maya apocalypse, she must become the Tomb Raider she is destined to be.

Developers: Eidos-Montréal Crystal Dynamics Nixxes Feral Interactive (Mac) Feral interactive (Linux)

Publishers: Crystal Dynamics Feral Interactive (Mac) Feral interactive (Linux)

Release Date: 14 Sep, 2018

Price (USD): A$ 59.95

Current Players: 1.6k

Links: Steam Store SteamDB

Very Positive(84%)

stunning visuals

intricate puzzles

atmospheric settings

emotional journey

stealth enhancements

pacing issues

combat and exploration balance

technical issues

game-breaking bugs

inconsistent AI

less engaging story

long cutscenes

The general sentiment around 'Shadow of the Tomb Raider' is a blend of praise for its visuals and tomb exploration and criticism for its pacing and technical issues. Players appreciate the engaging puzzles and improved stealth, while pointing out the hindered gaming experience due to bugs. The story, while having potential, is seen as less impactful in delivering emotional depth compared to previous installments. The mixed sentiments mainly revolve around the balance of combat and exploration, which might affect enjoyment depending on player preference.

Positive Points

The game offers stunning visuals, with dense jungles and atmospheric settings that pull players into Lara Croft's world.

There are more intricate and satisfying puzzles in this installment, making it a delightful experience for puzzle enthusiasts.

The game shines with its tombs and crypts, featuring some of the series' best and most challenging puzzles.

Stealth mechanics are improved with features like mud camouflage, enhancing the gameplay experience.

The narrative offers an emotional journey for Lara, diving deep into her struggles and development.

Negative Points

The game suffers from game-breaking bugs, such as puzzles not working correctly due to high FPS settings, affecting the flow of gameplay.

Users have reported inconsistent AI behavior during combat and traversal, leading to frustration.

The story is less engaging compared to its predecessors, with some players finding it predictable and lacking depth.

The game has long unskippable cutscenes and over-focus on cinematic experiences, disrupting the gameplay.

Mixed Points

Combat takes a backseat to exploration and puzzles; while some enjoy the shift, others miss the action-oriented gameplay of earlier entries.

The game offers a wide array of customization, but some upgrades feel irrelevant due to a lack of combat.

Common Themes

Visually impressive environments are frequently praised, offering a captivating backdrop to the game.

The exploration and tomb design are often highlighted as the game's strongest elements.

There is a recurring theme of technical issues and bugs impacting the gameplay experience.

The perceived downgrade in story quality and character development compared to previous games in the series.

Updated 12/16/2025, 12:02:02 AM UTC

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