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Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition
Action
Adventure
Single-player
Steam Achievements
Full controller support
Steam Trading Cards
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: Sep 14, 2018
Price (USD): $39.99
Current Players: 630

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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