What is the best Tomb Raider game of all time?

Lara Croft has survived ancient traps, deadly wildlife, and reboots galore across three decades of adventures. Pick the Tomb Raider game that stands as the definitive experience.

1

Tomb Raider (1996)

The groundbreaking original that introduced Lara Croft to the world with pioneering 3D platforming and iconic design.

1000pts

2

Tomb Raider: The Angel of Darkness

The infamous 2003 Paris-set entry that divided fans with its ambitious story but troubled development and buggy launch.

605pts

3

Tomb Raider: The Last Revelation

The acclaimed 1999 chapter set in Egypt, widely considered the best of the classic era for its dark story and labyrinthine design.

478pts

4

Tomb Raider II

The 1997 sequel that expanded the formula with vehicles, more varied environments, and a globe-trotting adventure.

304pts

5

Tomb Raider: Legend

Crystal Dynamics' 2006 reboot that revitalized the franchise with fluid combat, grappling mechanics, and a modern Lara.

304pts

6

Shadow of the Tomb Raider

The 2018 trilogy closer set in Mesoamerica, lauded for its stealth mechanics and visually stunning jungle environments.

304pts

7

Tomb Raider: Anniversary

The 2007 faithful remake of the 1996 original, praised for modernizing puzzles and humanizing Lara's origin story.

196pts

8

Tomb Raider: Chronicles

The 2000 episodic entry revisiting Lara's past adventures, acting as a love letter to the classic era.

196pts

9

Rise of the Tomb Raider

The acclaimed 2015 sequel praised for its variety, replayability, and the best balance of combat and exploration in the trilogy.

196pts

10

Tomb Raider III

The ambitious 1998 entry spanning four global locations with increasingly complex level design.

56pts

11

Tomb Raider (2013)

The gritty origin reboot that reimagined Lara as a survivor with cinematic intensity and compelling stealth combat.

56pts

12

Tomb Raider: Underworld

The sweeping 2008 conclusion to Crystal Dynamics' Legacy of Kain trilogy, featuring vast underwater and jungle environments.

56pts