It's not an awful game but it's not a good game either. I'd give it a 5 out of 10.
The reasons for that are the following:

• The story is kinda lame and boring. In the end, it's even laughable when Trinity's High Council was compromised and the helicopter, where they were, was taken down by the Yaxhill (cavemen, they took the damn helicopter with bare hands and bows). The most powerful organization in the world died because of the bunch of cave clowns - very believable and realistic. Such a cheap decision to deal with the top executives of that organization. Lame.
  
• The parkour system. Oh boy, those camera angles got me killed so many times that I've lost my count. The parkour in this game is long, boring, and error-prone. You try to jump to the edge and suddenly camera takes another angle and Lara just jumps in a different direction than she is supposed to. I recall from the previous games parkour was spread out evenly and it did not become a routine to do every single time you were trying to get somewhere. It just pointlessly prolongs the time in the game for no reason.
  
• Collectibles. My main question is who thought that it was a great idea to put 42 documents in ONE location and did not add a mechanism to reveal all the secrets on the map? For instance, I've collected 38/42 documents and completed the main story with all the side missions, and unlocked all the skills. How the heck am I supposed to find missing pieces of relics, documents, and caches if they are not shown on the map? I want to play the damn game not go to the Internet in search of a map and then spend time to compare the in-game map with the 3rd-party map which has all of the collectibles. What kind of game design it is? Just let the players reveal all the secrets when they have completed the main story / unlocked all the skills / etc. Or developers think that I'd spend another 5 hours in the game to check every corner for those missing collectibles. ♥♥♥♥ no.

On the positive side of things I'd say that tombs were good. I liked the puzzles but man, each tomb has a parkour part and as I said before parkour sucks in this game and it was also reflected in each tomb.

To sum up, weakest part of the entire trilogy. Such a shame considering that this game had a budget between $75 and $100 million. Like what the heck with that amount of money haven't you considered ending the trilogy with at least a good story? What a shame.

Lacks polish

♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ SUCKJS

Took everything I didn't like about Uncharted and injected it into Tomb Raider. Also the guns had a weird 1 second input delay that made the combat frustrating

The game is GORGEOUS. Other than that, meh. I stopped at 45% 'cuz it was too boring.

bugged piece of SH

characters teleporting
weapons dissapearing
equipment bugging
unalived enemyes dissapearing
boxes not looting


good game

11 \ 10

Hey there, fellow gamers and furries! It's your alpha male Ice Wolf, Kiba Snowpaw, from the icy world of HowlStrom. Today, I'm here to howl about Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition. As a longtime fan of the Tomb Raider series and a dedicated gamer, I have some frosty thoughts on this one. Let's dive into the good, the bad, and the downright disappointing aspects of this game.

Shadow of the Tomb Raider follows Lara Croft as she races to stop a Maya apocalypse she inadvertently triggers by taking an ancient artifact. Set in the dense jungles of Central and South America, Lara must confront the paramilitary organization Trinity and uncover the secrets of the hidden city of Paititi. The narrative ties up the reboot trilogy, showcasing Lara's final transformation into the legendary Tomb Raider.

While Shadow of the Tomb Raider tries to bring fresh elements to the series, it often feels like a rehash of previous entries. The jungle setting and Maya mythology add some new flavors, but the overall experience struggles to stand out from its predecessors. The game attempts to blend stealth, combat, and exploration, but these elements don't always mesh smoothly.

Eidos-Montréal took the lead on this project, with support from Crystal Dynamics and other studios like Nixxes and Feral Interactive. Eidos-Montréal has a solid track record with games like Deus Ex: Human Revolution, but their handling of Lara's latest adventure leaves much to be desired.

Let's break down the key aspects of this game:

Visuals and Atmosphere: The graphics are undeniably stunning. The lush jungles, intricate tombs, and dynamic lighting create an immersive world. However, the beauty is marred by frequent bugs and performance issues, especially on PC. The game often feels like a console-first experience, with optimization for PC taking a backseat.

Audio Design: The soundtrack by Brian D'Oliveira adds a rich, atmospheric layer to the game. The ambient sounds of the jungle and the haunting music in tombs are well-crafted, but occasional audio glitches can break immersion.

Gameplay Mechanics: The core mechanics are a mix of stealth, combat, and puzzle-solving. While the stealth elements are decent, the combat feels clunky and unresponsive at times. The traversal mechanics, especially the "reel-in" system, are frustratingly imprecise, leading to many unnecessary deaths.

Main Characters: Lara Croft, voiced by Camilla Luddington, continues her journey, but her character development feels stunted. The game tries to show her darker side and inner conflicts, but these moments are often overshadowed by weak writing.

Supporting Characters: Jonah Maiava serves as Lara's loyal companion, but his character lacks depth. Other side characters are mostly forgettable, serving as mere plot devices.

Character Arcs and Relatability: Lara's arc aims to portray her as a more mature and self-aware adventurer, but the execution falls flat. The emotional weight of her journey is often undermined by disjointed storytelling and underdeveloped relationships.

The game is structured around a main narrative with several side quests and optional tombs. The pacing is uneven, with some sections feeling rushed while others drag on. The challenge tombs are a highlight, offering intricate puzzles and rewarding exploration, but they can't save the overall disjointed structure.

Shadow of the Tomb Raider had a significant impact as the conclusion of the reboot trilogy, but it failed to leave a lasting impression. The game's ambitious scope is hindered by technical issues and lackluster execution, making it a less memorable entry in the series.

The game's hook is Lara's struggle against a Maya apocalypse and her journey towards becoming the ultimate Tomb Raider. However, the execution of this concept is marred by inconsistent gameplay and storytelling, leaving the experience feeling hollow.

Praise:

• Stunning graphics and detailed environments
  
• Atmospheric soundtrack and sound design
  
• Engaging and challenging tomb puzzles

Critique:

• Clunky and unresponsive combat mechanics
  
• Frequent bugs and performance issues on PC
  
• Disjointed storytelling and weak character development
  
• Frustrating traversal mechanics

Enjoyment: As a fan of the Tomb Raider series, I wanted to love this game, but it left me cold. The beautiful visuals and intriguing puzzles couldn't make up for the frustrating gameplay and technical issues.

Highlights and Drawbacks:

• Highlights: Stunning jungle environments, intricate tombs, and atmospheric sound design.
  
• Drawbacks: Clunky combat, traversal frustrations, and lackluster character development.

Shadow of the Tomb Raider is a mixed bag. It has moments of brilliance, especially in its visual and environmental design, but it falls short in key areas like gameplay mechanics and storytelling. The game feels more like a console-first experience, with PC optimization taking a backseat.

Similar Games:

• Uncharted 4: A Thief's End: A masterclass in storytelling and gameplay, offering a more polished experience.
  
• Rise of the Tomb Raider: The previous entry in the series, which handles exploration and combat more effectively.

In conclusion, Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition is a disappointing end to Lara's reboot trilogy. While it has its moments, the game's technical issues, clunky mechanics, and weak storytelling prevent it from reaching its full potential. As a longtime fan, this Ice Wolf hoped for a more satisfying conclusion. This game is not the worst I've played, but it falls short in too many areas to be truly memorable.

ehm 30h of only exploring and sidequest no action here u have like 10 guns and bows and u cant use them cause there is nothing to shoot c: u forget that Tomb raider was action/adventure where guns were needed c: sorry but from this trilogy is 2013 best c:

Don't restrict my outfit choices >: (

it's not as good as rise of the tomb raider but still good