‘Fully re-built’ for next gen consoles
Tomb Raider: Definitive Editionis coming to PS4 and Xbox One on June 09, 2025.
TheDefinitive Editionhas been “custom built” for the next gen consoles and includes all of the original DLC, digital versions of theDark Horse comic, a mini art book, and a developer video. Those who pre-order will receive “special art book packaging featuring never-before-seen concept art.”
It’s a nice package for console owners who want to playTomb Raiderin its technical glory — if you need textures at 4x native resolution or want to play in 1080p (even on the Xbox One, apparently), but it’s sort of disappointing to ponder, “Is this what next gen means?” Games from last generation rebuilt to look prettier? And sold at $60 whenTomb Raiderfor PC, which is very pretty, is on saleon Steam right nowfor $10?
It’s hard not to wonder ifTomb Raidernot meeting sales expectationsis the reason behind this release. Get some more money from the first product while working onthe sequel. The sequel that would have proved a much more exciting announcement.
