Square Enix’s Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition on Xbox is the upgraded console version of Crystal Dynamics’ 2013 reboot, the one that reintroduced Lara Croft with a grittier, survival focused tone. It sits alongside later entries like Rise of the Tomb Raider, and competes with other third person action adventures that mix exploration, light puzzle solving and cinematic combat.
Who is this for?
Best suited to anyone who missed the reboot first time round, or wants a strong starting point before moving on to the sequels. Expect a story driven campaign with scavenging and crafting that feed into progression, plus tombs that break up the firefights with platforming and environmental puzzles. Being PEGI 18, it leans into violence and a harsher atmosphere than the older, more pulpy games.
- Definitive Edition upgrade: improved presentation compared with the original release, aimed at Xbox console play.
- Single player focus: a complete campaign that works well as a standalone.