Tomb Raider boasts a rich history, with Lara Croft exploring ruins and tombs worldwide, overcoming every obstacle in her path. Her adventures have cemented her status as one of the most iconic video game protagonists of all time. With a new Tomb Raider game currently in development at Crystal Dynamics, fans can look forward to more thrilling escapades. For those eager to dive into Lara's world, we've compiled a comprehensive list of every Tomb Raider game, allowing you to start or restart your journey from the very beginning.
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How Many Tomb Raider Games Are There?
As of 2025, there are 20 Tomb Raider games released across three distinct timelines, each with unique plotlines and variations on Lara Croft and her companions. Out of these, 14 games were released for home consoles, six supported handheld portable consoles, and six were available on mobile devices. Stand-alone titles such as Tomb Raider: The Prophecy, Lara Croft and the Guardian of Light, Lara Croft and the Temple of Osiris, Lara Croft Go, Lara Croft: Relic Run, and Tomb Raider Reloaded are not included in our lists.
Which Tomb Raider Should You Play First?
If you're new to the franchise in 2025, we recommend starting with the 2013 Tomb Raider reboot. This game kicks off the "Survivor" trilogy, setting the stage for Lara Croft's latest series of expeditions, culminating with 2018's Shadow of the Tomb Raider.
Tomb Raider Games in Chronological Order
Embarking on a chronological journey through the Tomb Raider series involves navigating three different timelines:
- Original Saga Timeline
- Legend of Tomb Raider Timeline
- Survivor Trilogy Timeline
First Timeline - Original Saga
1. Tomb Raider (1996)
The inaugural Tomb Raider game features Lara Croft being hired by businesswoman Jacquelin Natla to recover the Scion of Atlantis. After collecting the three fragments of the Scion, Lara is betrayed by Natla and must confront her on a volcanic island teeming with monsters.
Available on: PlayStation, iOS, Android, Mac OS | IGN's Tomb Raider Review
2. Tomb Raider: The Curse of the Sword (2001)
This Game Boy Color exclusive sequel follows Lara as she tracks down a mystical sword to prevent the long-dead Madame Paveau from resurrecting and using her dark magic to dominate the world.
Available on: Game Boy Color | IGN's Curse of the Sword Review
3. Tomb Raider II (1997)
Lara embarks on a quest for the Dagger of Xian, a magical weapon capable of transforming its wielder into a dragon. She must stop the cult leader Marco Bartoli, who seeks to harness its power.
Available on: PC, iOS, Android, PlayStation, Mac OS | IGN's Tomb Raider II Review
4. Tomb Raider III (1998)
In this third installment, Lara searches for the Infada Stone, one of four artifacts crafted from a meteorite. She must stop Dr. Willard from using the stones to accelerate evolution and mutate the planet.
Available on: PC, PlayStation, Mac OS | IGN's Tomb Raider III Review
5. Tomb Raider: The Last Revelation (1999)
Lara inadvertently releases the Egyptian god of chaos, Set, while exploring a tomb in Egypt. She must summon the god Horus to stop Set's destructive forces from wreaking havoc on Cairo.
Available on: PlayStation, Mac OS, PC, Dreamcast | IGN's The Last Revelation Review
6. Tomb Raider: Chronicles (2000)
Following the ambiguous ending of The Last Revelation, Lara's friends recount her past adventures. From the catacombs of Rome to a Russian naval submarine and a haunted island, these tales showcase Lara's extensive travels and skills.
Available on: PlayStation, PC, Mac OS, Dreamcast | IGN's Tomb Raider: Chronicles Review
7. Tomb Raider: The Angel of Darkness (2003)
Framed for the murder of her mentor, Werner Von Croy, Lara travels through Paris and Prague to clear her name. She encounters Kurtis Trent, the last survivor of the Lux Veritatis Society, who harbors a dark secret.
Available on: PC, PlayStation 2, Mac OS X | IGN's Angel of Darkness Review
Second Timeline - Legend of Tomb Raider
1. Tomb Raider Anniversary (2007)
A remake of the original 1996 game, Lara again searches for the Scion of Atlantis. This version features redesigned puzzles and physics-based challenges.
Available on: PC, PlayStation 2, PSP, Xbox 360, Wii, Mobile, OS X, PS3 | IGN's Tomb Raider Anniversary Review
2. Tomb Raider: Legend (2006)
A reboot and reimagining of Lara's origins, she races to find the mythical sword Excalibur before her former friend Amanda Evert.
Available on: GBA, Gamecube, PC, Nintendo DS, PlayStation 2, PS3, PSP, Xbox, Xbox 360 | IGN's Tomb Raider: Legend Review
3. Tomb Raider: Underworld (2008)
The final part of the Legend trilogy, Lara seeks Mjolnir, the key to Helheim, exploring various mythological underworlds and confronting the villainous Natla.
Available on: Nintendo DS, PS3, Wii, PC, Xbox 360, Mobile, PlayStation 2, OS X | IGN's Tomb Raider: Underworld Review
Third Timeline - Survivor Trilogy
1. Tomb Raider (2013)
In this gritty reboot, Lara's first expedition to find the lost kingdom of Yamatai goes awry, stranding her on a hostile island where she must stop the Solarii Brotherhood and the Sun Queen's Ascension ritual.
Available on: PC, PS3, Xbox 360, OS X, PS4, Xbox One, Stadia, Linux | IGN's Tomb Raider (2013) Review
2. Rise of the Tomb Raider (2015)
Lara explores Siberia in search of the legendary city of Kitezh, battling the paramilitary organization Trinity and facing the Deathless Ones, the city's immortal guardians.
Available on: Xbox 360, Xbox One, PC, PS4, macOS, Linux, Stadia | IGN's Rise of the Tomb Raider Review
3. Shadow of the Tomb Raider (2018)
The concluding chapter of the Survivor Trilogy, Lara journeys through the Americas to find Paititi and prevent a Mayan apocalypse, facing the monstrous Yaaxii and Trinity.
Available on: PS4, PC, Xbox One, Linux, macOS, Stadia | IGN's Shadow of the Tomb Raider Review
How to Play ALL the Tomb Raider Games By Release Date
- Tomb Raider (1996)
- Tomb Raider II (1997)
- Tomb Raider III (1998)
- Tomb Raider: The Last Revelation (1999)
- Tomb Raider (Game Boy Color, 2000)
- Tomb Raider Chronicles (2000)
- Tomb Raider: Curse of the Sword (Game Boy Color, 2001)
- Tomb Raider: The Prophecy (GBA, 2002)
- Tomb Raider: The Angel of Darkness (2003)
- Tomb Raider: Legend (2006)
- Tomb Raider: Anniversary (2007)
- Tomb Raider: Underworld (2008)
- Lara Croft and the Guardian of Light (2010)
- Tomb Raider (2013)
- Lara Croft and the Temple of Osiris (2014)
- Lara Croft: Relic Run (2015)
- Lara Croft Go (2015)
- Rise of the Tomb Raider (2015)
- Shadow of the Tomb Raider (2018)
- Tomb Raider Reloaded (2023)
What’s Next for Tomb Raider?
For fans nostalgic for the original games, Aspyr released remastered collections for current-gen consoles. Tomb Raider I-III Remastered launched in early 2024, followed by Tomb Raider IV-VI Remastered in February.
Crystal Dynamics is developing a new Tomb Raider game, utilizing Unreal Engine 5 and set to be published by Amazon Games. While details are sparse, Crystal Dynamics has hinted on Twitter that this new title will continue Lara Croft’s saga, possibly extending the Survivor trilogy.
Beyond gaming, Netflix premiered the animated series "Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft" in October, which has been renewed for a second season. Meanwhile, Amazon's planned Tomb Raider series with Phoebe Waller-Bridge as writer and executive producer appears to have been canceled.
