Remaster
Tomb Raider I-II-III Remastered introduction
Developer/Editor: Aspyr / Crystal Dynamics
Platforms: Steam / Epic / GOG / PS4 / PS5 / XBOX One / XBOX Series X / Nintendo Switch 1 & 2 / Android / iOS
Release Date : February 14th, 2024
Mobile release date (Android, iOS): March 12th, 2026
Nintendo Switch 2 update: March 18, 2026
Game type: Acción, aventuras
Official Website: www.tombraider.com
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After the long wait, finally the remasters of Tomb Raider 1, 2 and 3 have arrived to the current generation of consoles and PC, and for the first time, in addition to being available these classic games on a Play Station console and PC, they will also be available on XBOX and Nintendo.
This game, developed by the company Aspyr, with the collaboration of Crystal Dynamics, contains the Tomb Raider 1, 2 and 3 games, but together with secret levels and the expansions: “Unfinished Business” (TR1 Gold), “The Gold Mask” (TR2 Gold) and “The Lost Artifact” (TR3 Gold). Tomb Raider I-II-III Remastered will be available on February 14, 2024.
Base Features
To develop the remasters, they got the original source code, thus preserving all the essence of these games.
In terms of gameplay, the jumps, secrets, enemies and puzzles of the original were maintained, but at the same time, classic and modern control options were introduced, inspired by the Legend, Anniversary and Underworld games, being able to control the camera and directing Lara to the position where the camera focuses.
The game features more than 200 achievements and has improved lighting, shadows and textures, as well as a new, more detailed model of Lara. You will be able to change at any time from classic or modern display and control mode.
Health bars were also added to the bosses to let you know how much health they have left and to be able to choose the best weapon, depend the damage you do.
Artistically, they sought to visually recreate the games as they remain in the memory of players, but implementing real-time lighting effects, the ability to switch between old and new graphics, new models and environments, including an updated version of the Lara Croft model.
The sprites of the objects to collect were also in 2D, and this time they were replaced by 3D models as you can see in the following example, one of the Jade dragon secrets.
A much loved option among fans was added, the photo mode, you can freeze the action at any time and make Lara to pose, sharing iconic moments and scenarios.
In the game, Croft Manor will be a central world from which to access each game, and you will be able to see the secrets and artifacts obtained so far.
Below are some gifs showing the comparison between the classic and remastered mode, mind-blowing. These artistic changes had the collaboration of Crystal Dynamics.
Challenge Mode
Challenge mode is available from March 12, 2026, two years after its initial release. Here are the new features it includes.
Customize your game from the original trilogy with Challenge Mode. Get 10 new outfits with 25 enhanced abilities, play your way with new level modifiers, and earn 15 new achievements.
In challenge mode, you can modify health, damage, bonuses, enemies, and more to create new challenges for greater replayability. The higher the difficulty level, the more you’ll unlock!
Patch Notes
- Navigate to each of the games: Tomb Raider I, II, or III / Game menu (passport) / Mode / Challenge mode.
- Replay classic levels in new ways: Lara can now replay completed levels. Each completed level will have customization modifiers for exciting new challenges.
- Challenge mode modifier options:
- Select region
- Select chapter
- Select outfit: Once you have unlocked new outfits with new effects, they will appear here..
- Use Outfit Bonus: Choose whether to use the outfit’s unique effects in this level.
- Lara’s Health: Choose Lara’s Max Health during the Level 10%–500%. Default value is 100%.
- Lara’s Regen: Choose the rate of Lara’s Regeneration, -5hp/s–100hp/s. Default value is 0.
- Unlimited Air: Choose Lara’s ability to breathe underwater. Default value is No.
- Equipment: Choose Lara’s Medkit and Ammo loadout. This will not affect any keys or Level relevant Items.
- Additional Weapon: Choose which additional weapon Lara will start the level. Default value is no additional weapons.
- Enemy Health: Choose enemy health, 25%–250%. Default value is 100%.
- Enemy Damage: Choose the amount of damage enemies will deal in the level, 25%–250%. Default value is 100%
- Enemy Numbers: Choose the amount of Enemies present in the Level. Default value is 100%
- Enemy Type: Options will change depending on the level. Choose different kinds of enemies to face off against in the level.
Utilities for the challenge mode
- Check your difficulty rating: each modifier will alter the difficulty rating of the level, granting various rewards and bragging rights.
- Challenge Mode can be used as a level selector by selecting no modifiers.
- Challenge mode resets each level as a “start over” experience, in which all items collected in previous levels (first aid kits, weapons, ammunition) will be removed. With no modifiers, Lara starts with only basic pistols.
Updated save system/checkpoints: Saves in challenge mode work the same as normal saves, but will be labeled with the skull icon.
New unlockable outfits
Complete achievements to unlock 10 new Lara Croft outfits, each offering enhanced abilities that will, in turn, allow you to go even further in your next game. Moreover, every new outfit lets you run faster, dive deeper, and fight harder.
As a result, you’ll be able to overcome tougher challenges and progress through the adventure more efficiently. Ultimately, these upgrades make your gameplay experience more dynamic and rewarding.
New achievements
Increase your CR (challenge rating) with modifiers in Challenge mode to replay your favorite levels with increased difficulty. Earn 15 new achievements as you unlock new outfits. The higher your CR, the greater the rewards.
Handled devices
The game was also released for Android / iOS mobile devices, where you can try out the first level of each game. If you want to unlock the entire game, you can do so for €30.99.
The mobile version includes a new intuitive user interface and menu navigation, as well as all the additional content: new costumes, new challenge mode, level expansions, and photo mode!
Although it has been available for Nintendo Switch 1 since its launch in 2024, on March 18, 2026, a free update will be available to upgrade to the Nintendo Switch 2 version, which includes:
- Resolution up to 1440p at 60fps or 1080p at 120fps.
- HDR output.
- Free upgrade if you have Nintendo Switch version 1.
Trailers and Commercials
Below, you can see the different trailers and commercials of this game that are used for the promotion of the game.
Tomb Raider 2 (Remaster)
The award-winning second installment in the Tomb Raider series invites you to join Lara as she travels around the globe to retrieve the legendary Dagger of Xian, said to grant the powers of a fire-breathing dragon to its holder. Tomb Raider II includes the “Gold Mask” expansion, which adds five new bonus levels in a separate mini-adventure.