Rise of the Tomb Raider

Solid game. If you fulfill all campaign objectives (challenges, tombs, ruins, etc), you're looking at around 40 hours of gameplay on Adventurer difficulty setting. Very user friendly to new players to the series - no knowledge of backstory necessary. The game story is great and well thought out. Only complaints I had were: the tomb puzzles weren't exceptionally challenging. Interesting, but nothing that blew my mind. And pathing is pretty much corridor driven with highlighted hinting system, which I found odd for a puzzle game (I'm a first-time TR player). They definitely catered to the masses in these regards. I was also surprised how much first person shooter aspects were built into the system, but they made it work. Besides that, if you're into TR games or enjoy story-driven adventure puzzle games with a healthy dose of shooter, I highly recommend.

i loved the first game in the series and this one is amazing too...smooth controls great graphics...excellent cinematics...i like the upgrades and crafting ..only knock is the shop prices are way too high and u rarely even are in the area...also not a fan of the increasing amount. of armor the enemies have as u progress...definitely worth getting

I literally couldn't put this game down when I started it. AMAZING graphics and even better game play. The story line is very detailed. One game made perfectly. From start to finish. The season pass is truly worth it because you get so much more content.

When I first saw the trailer for this at E3 last year, I knew it would be good. I picked up its prequel a month later and loved it. Rise of the Tomb Raider is a 100% improvement to an already amazing franchise. Story is intriguing, game play is just as good as Tomb Raider (2013), there's even more emphasis on raiding tombs in RotR. I still replay it 8 months later. The only things I don't like are the expeditions, and how they use the challenge cards, and the way you use special ammo. Firing 75 rounds from a 1911 without reloading is a bit ridiculous, but that's just minor nitpicking. I wish I could rate it higher than just 5 stars, and I can't wait for next one!

The new direction of theTR series is brilliant. The new-gen games are fun to play(combat&exploring).Story is well told, I like how the super-natural element, while at the core of the story, doesn't dominate the gameplay,except w/ the dlc & some of Lara's jumps. Petty grievances aside, TR delivers on all levels. I would love to have Lara have options when investigating a tomb or site. Maybe I'm over-reaching here, but it seems to discover anything u have to play the main story or figure out the ONE and ONLY path to it. I think it'd be cool if we could follow different leads from local villagers, find different clues, creating alternate paths to the objective.In essence, makeTR more open-world.

This is a phemonal impovement over the otherwise fantastic first Tomb Raider(2013). Everything from the enviroment, story,weapons,collectibles; to Lara Croft herself has been an improved and expanded on. You really feel as if you are Lara on this journey to find something that is greater than herself. Secret Tombs in this game are on a much "Grander" scale and pose more of a challenge than the previous. Even the collectibles(relics and documents) have an actual intresting backstory, detailing the thoughts and events of it's owner; during earlier times. Lara skills as an Explorer/Survivor/Fighter have been upgraded and now she can do more than ever; like crafting a can and resoucrces to make a *shrapnel bomb". Weapons also have a "deeper" upgrading system and you can build other weapons by finding its parts in weapon crates placed around the map. Rise of the Tomb Raider is what every sequel should and it's a great addition to this franchise. WATCH OUT FOR WOLVES! LOL

As a huge fan of Tomb Raider I was a bit confused on the new direction for the series, but after pouring several pulse pounding hours into this cinematic thrill ride I was left both satisfied and craving more! Me and my wifes son adore Laura's new design seeing as how it really resonated with us. I hated her old mysogynistic aesthic. If you like Uncharted© then you'll love this. The best part though is that I don't even have to play the game myself! Every five steps you take a cutscene will automatically play itself out as Laura runs and screams "AHHHHHHHHHHWWWWW" as explosions and debris engulf her. Rise of the Tomb Raider shows that video games as an entertainment medium can become true works of art.

This was everything i'd hoped for in a sequel... & more! Plus, i found all 3 of the DLC's to be quite enjoyable. If u liked Tomb Raider, u won't be disappointed with ROTR! Can't wait to play pt. 3!!!

Rise of the Tomb Raider is a massive leap forward from Tomb Raider (2013) in all areas. It takes the combat,exploration,and story and improves it greatly. The game boasts the beautiful,deadly environments and deep,strategic combat,it still lacks a true Tomb Raider feeling. The combat is intense and offers a variety of ways to fight. Lara has many different weapons to choose from,allowing a multitude of ways to approach combat. Outside of battles the areas are large and full of discoveries,but not so deadly. Lara actions are too automated and does not offer the challenging,yet rewarding traversal Tomb Raider is known for. She can reach across any size of gap without a run up due to magnetic grabs,balance beams are impossible to fall off of,rope swings are steered automatically,and the traps are painfully easy to avoid. Ledges and walls are painted wait so players don't get lost,and Lara gives too many hints. It is a fun game overall but lacking in a challenge outside of combat.

Rise Of The Tomb Raider was one of the reason's I picked up an Xbox One. And it did not disappoint. This is, by far, the best Tomb Raider in the franchise. The game is visually stunning. Everything from the mountain peaks to Lara's hair is so beautifully detailed. The graphics are astounding and each time I marvel at my surroundings. Customization is abundant. There are plenty of outfits and weapon attatchments to chose from. Lara can equip quite a few different things on all of her weapons. The story was wonderful. It was gripping and had my focus the entire game. Most games don't make so excited to play that I finish in only a few days. I could not put the controller down. As for actual tomb raiding, this one does a very good job at it. There are tons of tombs and crypts to explore. The 2013 Tomb Raider lacked this but this one surely didn't. It is worth every penny and I highly recommend buying it!