Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition is the final chapter in Lara Croft’s origin trilogy, developed by Eidos-Montréal with support from Crystal Dynamics and published by Square Enix. Set in the tropical regions of Central and South America, the game follows Lara as she races to stop a Mayan apocalypse she has inadvertently triggered while battling the paramilitary group Trinity. The Definitive Edition includes the base game, all seven DLC challenge tombs, and all downloadable weapons, outfits, and skills, offering the most complete experience of Lara’s defining moment.
Key Features
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Complete Definitive Edition Content Includes the base game, seven DLC challenge tombs, all weapons, outfits, and skills released post-launch
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Epic Story Conclusion Witness Lara’s transformation into the Tomb Raider she is destined to become, with a narrative rich in emotional depth and high-stakes adventure
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Deadliest Jungle Environments Survive in hostile jungles filled with predators, environmental hazards, and dynamic weather systems
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Underwater Exploration Dive into expansive underwater environments with deep crevasses, tunnels, and hidden secrets
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Stealth and Survival Tactics Use mud camouflage, fear tactics, and the jungle itself to outmaneuver and eliminate enemies
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Challenging Tombs Explore the most dangerous and puzzle-filled tombs in the series, requiring advanced traversal and problem-solving skills
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Living History Discover the hidden city of Paititi, the largest hub space in any Tomb Raider game, filled with side missions, merchants, and cultural details
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Customizable Difficulty Adjust exploration, combat, and puzzle difficulty independently for a tailored gameplay experience
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PS4 Enhancements Optimized visuals and performance, with support for PS4 Pro enhancements
Pros and Cons
Pros
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Rich, cinematic storytelling with a satisfying trilogy conclusion
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Diverse gameplay blending exploration, puzzles, and stealth combat
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Comprehensive edition with all DLC included Cons
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Slower pacing in some sections may not appeal to all players
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Combat encounters can feel repetitive over time
Compatibility
Works with:
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PlayStation 4 consoles
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DualShock 4 controllers
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PlayStation 5 consoles via backward compatibility
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HDTVs with HDMI input
Short Point-Based Overview
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Title: Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition – PS4
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Genre: Action-Adventure
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Developer: Eidos-Montréal (with Crystal Dynamics support)
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Publisher: Square Enix
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Release Date: September 14, 2018 (Definitive Edition: November 4, 2019)
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Modes: Single-player
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Rating: ESRB Mature 17+ (Blood and Gore, Intense Violence, Strong Language)
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Platform: PlayStation 4
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In-Game Purchases: None (all content included in Definitive Edition)
