Tomb Raider I-III Remastered Starring Lara Croft

Last updated: 2025-06-21
  • Faithful restoration of classic Tomb Raider games
  • Seamlessly switch between modern and original graphics
  • Choose between classic 'tank' or modern controls
  • Challenging gameplay with rewarding exploration
  • Includes achievements and extra content
  • Clunky controls and inconsistent lighting remain
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Emotions

satisfaction38%nostalgia19%excitement16%joy10%frustration8%
Reviews
(sample size)
2000
Helpful reviews
69%
Unhelpful reviews
30%
Protest reviews
1%
Positive points
4028
Negative points
1511
Gameplay points
512
Perf. points
42
Rec. points
837
Misc points
206
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Faithful, loving restoration of classics
Description
The Tomb Raider I-III Remastered collection is praised as a faithful and loving restoration of the original trilogy. Reviewers appreciate that the remasters capture the essence of the classic games while enhancing them for modern systems. Many call it the definitive way to experience Lara Croft's early adventures.
Importance
95%
Seamlessly switch graphics
Description
The ability to seamlessly switch between the remastered and original graphics is a standout feature. This allows players to appreciate the visual enhancements while also evoking nostalgia for the classic look. It also helps with navigation and spotting secrets.
Importance
61%
Modern and classic control options
Description
The remaster introduces modern control schemes as an alternative to the original tank controls. This caters to both veteran players who prefer the classic experience and newcomers who may find tank controls difficult to master. The modern controls are considered a welcome addition, though some still prefer the originals.
Importance
35%
Challenging, rewarding gameplay
Description
The game retains the challenging gameplay of the originals, with a focus on exploration, puzzles, and precise platforming. Overcoming these challenges provides a sense of accomplishment and makes the game engaging. The mix of gameplay elements is still captivating.
Importance
22%
Achievements and extra content
Description
The inclusion of achievements and extra content, such as DLC levels and New Game+, adds replay value and provides new challenges for players. The achievements are well-designed and encourage exploration and experimentation.
Importance
16%
High-quality localization
Description
The game includes a high-quality Russian localization, with pleasant voice acting. The game also has subtitles in multiple languages, including Brazilian Portuguese.
Importance
9%
Helpful and fun photo mode
Description
The photo mode is a great addition, allowing for creative screenshots and also serving a practical purpose for scouting ahead and finding solutions to puzzles.
Importance
7%
Updated character models and moves
Description
Lara's character model and those of her allies and enemies have been updated. Some of Lara's later moves have been backported to the first game, and her jump has been adjusted to match the sequels.
Importance
6%
Smooth performance on modern systems
Description
The game runs smoothly on modern systems, with high frame rates and stable performance. This ensures a pleasant gaming experience without technical issues.
Importance
6%
Specific improvements across titles
Description
Tomb Raider 2 has improved AI, sound design, and realistic ammunition placement. Tomb Raider 3 has better movement and balances the number of enemies. The updated Lara Croft character model looks better.
Importance
5%
Includes all games and expansions
Description
The collection includes all three games and their expansions, providing an enormous amount of playing hours. The inclusion of expansions that were previously hard to obtain is a plus.
Importance
5%
Specific improvements to Tomb Raider 1
Description
The remaster adds a lighting engine to Tomb Raider 1, enhancing the visuals. The collection resolves the issues of playing the original Tomb Raider 1-3 on Steam.
Importance
4%