This includes the original 1996–1998 titles ( Tomb Raider I , II , and III ) updated for modern systems with togglable HD graphics.
Hardcore grid-based platforming, "tank" controls, and high-difficulty environmental puzzles.
Rise of the Tomb Raider is often cited as the overall fan favorite for balancing story and gameplay, while Shadow is praised for having the best puzzles but criticized for a weaker narrative. 2. The Remastered Trilogy (2024)
The "Tomb Raider Trilogy" can refer to three distinct eras of the franchise. To provide a proper review, it is helpful to identify which specific set you are looking at: the (modern) trilogy, the Remastered (classic) trilogy, or the Legend (PS3/Xbox 360 era) trilogy. 1. The Survivor Trilogy (2013–2018)
This is the modern "origin story" reboot, including Tomb Raider (2013) , Rise of the Tomb Raider , and Shadow of the Tomb Raider .
These games moved away from complex "tank" controls to fluid modern mechanics. While the first game is combat-heavy, the sequels progressively re-introduce more elaborate environmental puzzles and tomb exploration.