- Tomb Raider Definitive Survivor Trilogy DLC bundles all post-launch content for three games into one collection.
- 20+ pieces of DLC include expansions, challenge tombs, story chapters, outfits, and weapons.
- Rise of the Tomb Raider contributes the largest add-ons: Baba Yaga, Blood Ties, and Endurance mode.
- Shadow of the Tomb Raider includes its full season of additional adventures and challenge tombs.
- All DLC is pre-included in the trilogy bundle — no separate purchases required.
What DLC Is Included in the Trilogy?
The Tomb Raider Definitive Survivor Trilogy packages the Definitive Editions of all three Survivor Trilogy games. That means the base campaigns are accompanied by the downloadable content released for each title between 2013 and 2018. The bundle launched in 2021 and is available on PlayStation, Xbox, and Steam.
Every DLC item listed in this guide is already included when you buy the trilogy. There is no separate season pass or add-on store purchase required for the base collection.
The table below summarizes the DLC scope per game:
| Game | Edition Included | Notable DLC Content | DLC Focus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tomb Raider (2013) | Definitive Edition | Tomb of the Lost Adventurer, outfits, weapons | Extra tomb, cosmetics |
| Rise of the Tomb Raider | 20 Year Celebration | Baba Yaga, Blood Ties, Lara's Nightmare, Endurance, outfits, weapons | Story expansions, replay modes |
| Shadow of the Tomb Raider | Definitive Edition | Full season of adventures, challenge tombs, outfits, weapons | Story missions, tombs, cosmetics |
DLC Content by Game
Each game in the collection treats DLC differently. Tomb Raider keeps its add-ons light and cosmetic-focused, Rise delivers the biggest story expansions, and Shadow spreads a full season of missions and tombs across its run.
Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition
- Tomb of the Lost Adventurer challenge tomb
- Extra outfits and weapon skins
- Multiplayer map packs from the original release
- Best for: completionists wanting the full 2013 experience
Rise of the Tomb Raider: 20 Year Celebration
- Baba Yaga: The Temple of the Witch expansion
- Blood Ties and Lara's Nightmare chapters
- Endurance survival mode
- Classic outfit packs celebrating the franchise's 20th anniversary
Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition
- Full season of seven additional adventures
- Multiple challenge tombs with skill rewards
- Outfit and weapon packs
- Croft Edition bonus content
The 20 Year Celebration edition of Rise is the most feature-complete version of that game, combining every expansion and mode released after the 2015 launch.
How to Access Each DLC Expansion
DLC content unlocks at different points depending on the game. Follow this sequence to reach the major expansions efficiently.
Tomb Raider — Tomb of the Lost Adventurer
Reach the Mountain Village region after acquiring the climbing axe, then find the tomb entrance marked on your map. Completing it rewards exploration experience and a collectible map-style reward.
Rise — Baba Yaga: The Temple of the Witch
Progress to the Soviet Installation hub, then locate the Wicked Vale side mission marker. The expansion adds a new story region, hallucination-themed puzzles, and unique combat encounters.
Rise — Blood Ties and Lara's Nightmare
Return to Croft Manor from the main menu after the campaign opens the location. Blood Ties is a combat-free exploration chapter; Lara's Nightmare adds a wave-based defense mode in the manor.
Rise — Endurance Mode
Access Endurance from the Expeditions menu. It combines survival resource management with tomb raiding against a hunger and cold timer, playable solo or in co-op.
Shadow — Season Adventures
Progress through the Hidden City of Paititi. Additional adventures and challenge tombs appear as side mission markers and tomb entrances across the hubs, each granting a permanent skill reward.
Story expansions such as Baba Yaga assume mid-to-late game equipment levels. Enter them under-leveled and combat sections become significantly harder than the surrounding main story.
DLC Rewards Comparison
Knowing what each add-on gives you helps decide what to prioritize. The table below compares the practical rewards.
| DLC | Type | Main Rewards | Story Impact | Priority |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tomb of the Lost Adventurer | Challenge tomb | Experience, collectible reward | None | ★★☆☆☆ |
| Baba Yaga | Story expansion | New region, story missions, gear | Side story | ★★★★★ |
| Blood Ties | Story chapter | Croft Manor lore, documents | Backstory only | ★★★★☆ |
| Lara's Nightmare | Replay mode | Wave defense challenge | None | ★★★☆☆ |
| Endurance Mode | Survival mode | Score progression, cosmetic unlocks | None | ★★★★☆ |
| Shadow Season Adventures | Story missions | Skills, outfits, weapons | Expands side arcs | ★★★★★ |
| Shadow Challenge Tombs | Puzzle tombs | Permanent skill rewards | None | ★★★★★ |
If time is limited, prioritize Baba Yaga and the Shadow of the Tomb Raider challenge tombs. These deliver the most substantive new gameplay and permanent character progression.
Shadow's challenge tombs deserve special attention because each completed tomb grants a unique skill unavailable elsewhere, such as improved traversal, resource efficiency, or movement abilities.
Outfits, Weapons, and Cosmetic DLC
A large share of the trilogy's 20+ DLC items are cosmetic. outfits in Shadow of the Tomb Raider go beyond appearance — many carry gameplay bonuses.
| Game | Cosmetic DLC | Gameplay Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Tomb Raider | Outfit and weapon skins | Visual only |
| Rise | 20 Year Celebration outfit packs | Some outfits grant perk-like bonuses in Expeditions |
| Shadow | Outfit and weapon packs | Many outfits boost stealth, crafting, or combat stats |
In Shadow of the Tomb Raider, equip stealth-bonus outfits before entering guarded Paititi districts, then swap to combat-bonus gear before story firefights. Merchants in the Hidden City sell additional gear that pairs well with DLC equipment.
DLC Completion Checklist:
- Complete Tomb of the Lost Adventurer in Tomb Raider
- Finish Baba Yaga: The Temple of the Witch
- Explore Blood Ties at Croft Manor
- Survive an Endurance mode run in Rise
- Clear all Shadow of the Tomb Raider challenge tombs for skill rewards
FAQ
Q: Does the Tomb Raider Definitive Survivor Trilogy include all DLC?
Yes. The trilogy bundles the Definitive Editions of all three games, which include the post-launch DLC for each title — expansions like Baba Yaga and Blood Ties, challenge tombs, outfits, weapons, and extra modes such as Endurance.
Q: Do I need to buy a season pass separately?
No. All DLC in the Tomb Raider Definitive Survivor Trilogy is included with the bundle purchase. There is no additional season pass required for the content covered by the Definitive Editions.
Q: Which DLC has the most story content?
Baba Yaga: The Temple of the Witch in Rise of the Tomb Raider is the largest story expansion, adding a new region and mission chain. Shadow of the Tomb Raider's season of additional adventures collectively adds the most side story content overall.
Q: Are Shadow of the Tomb Raider challenge tombs part of the DLC?
Yes. The Definitive Edition of Shadow of the Tomb Raider includes the additional challenge tombs released through its season, and each completed tomb rewards a permanent unique skill for Lara.