- The Tomb Raider Definitive Survivor Trilogy bundle collects Lara Croft's complete origin story in one package.
- Includes three full games with their Definitive Edition content and 20+ DLC items.
- Play in release order: Tomb Raider, Rise, then Shadow for the smoothest progression.
- Available on Steam, PlayStation, and Xbox digital storefronts.
- No traditional cheat codes exist; all bonus content unlocks through gameplay progression.
What Is the Definitive Survivor Trilogy Bundle?
The Tomb Raider Definitive Survivor Trilogy bundle is the complete collection of Lara Croft's rebooted origin story, released in 2021. It packages three critically acclaimed action-adventure games — Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition, Rise of the Tomb Raider: 20 Year Celebration, and Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition — each with its included downloadable content. You can find the bundle on the Steam bundle page, the PlayStation Store, and the Xbox Store.
| Game | Original Release | Setting | Edition Included | Main Story Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tomb Raider | 2013 | Yamatai Island | Definitive Edition | 12–15 hours |
| Rise of the Tomb Raider | 2015 | Siberia and Kitezh | 20 Year Celebration | 13–16 hours |
| Shadow of the Tomb Raider | 2018 | Peru and Paititi | Definitive Edition | 12–15 hours |
Buying the trilogy together ensures every DLC expansion — including Baba Yaga, Blood Ties, Endurance mode, and Shadow's full season of challenge tombs — is included from the start, avoiding piecemeal purchases later.
Included Games and DLC Content
Each entry in the bundle ships with its Definitive Edition extras. Here is what each game contributes:
Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition
- Base campaign on Yamatai Island
- Tomb of the Lost Adventurer challenge tomb
- Extra outfits and weapons
- All pre-order and digital bonus content
Rise: 20 Year Celebration
- Blood Ties and Lara's Nightmare chapters
- Baba Yaga: The Temple of the Witch expansion
- Endurance mode and Expedition modes
- 20 Year Celebration outfits and weapons
Shadow: Definitive Edition
- Full season of seven DLC adventures
- Additional challenge tombs and side missions
- Croft Edition bonus outfits and weapons
- All story expansions
| DLC Type | Tomb Raider | Rise | Shadow |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenge Tombs | 1 extra tomb | Included in expansions | 7 DLC tombs |
| Story Expansions | None | Baba Yaga, Blood Ties | Full season pass |
| Extra Modes | Replay content | Endurance, Score Attack | New Game Plus paths |
| Outfits/Weapons | Bonus sets | Celebration sets | Croft Edition sets |
The bundle supports English, Spanish, German, French, plus Japanese, Chinese, Italian, Russian, Polish, and Portuguese text on Steam — useful for players across multiple regions.
Recommended Play Order
The trilogy is designed to be played in release order. Each game assumes familiarity with traversal tools introduced in the previous entry, and Lara's character arc — from stranded survivor to seasoned archaeologist — builds directly across all three stories.
Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition
Learn the core systems: climbing, bow combat, base camps, Survival Instinct, and environmental puzzles. Lara transforms from inexperienced archaeologist into a survivor on Yamatai.
Rise of the Tomb Raider: 20 Year Celebration
Explore larger semi-open regions in Siberia. Master expanded crafting, hunting, stealth tools, and elaborate challenge tombs while pursuing the Divine Source against Trinity.
Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition
The strongest emphasis on stealth camouflage, underwater traversal, and hub-world side quests in Paititi. Concludes Lara's arc as she confronts the consequences of her actions.
Starting with Shadow means missing key story beats with Jonah, Trinity's introduction, and the gradual equipment progression that makes each game's tutorial flow natural.
Difficulty Settings Compared
Difficulty names and modifiers vary between the three games. Pick your setting before starting a campaign:
| Difficulty | Game | Enemy Damage | Resources | Aim Assist | Save Rules |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Easy / Adventurer | TR / Rise | Low | Generous | Strong | Checkpoints |
| Normal / Tomb Raider | TR / Rise | Moderate | Balanced | Standard | Checkpoints |
| Hard / Seasoned Raider | TR / Rise | High | Limited | Reduced | Checkpoints |
| Survivor | TR / Rise | Very high | Scarce | Minimal | Demanding checkpoints |
| Extreme Survivor | Rise only | Extremely high | Very scarce | Minimal | Restricted camps |
| Deadly Obsession | Shadow only | Very high | Very scarce | Minimal | Manual campfire saves |
Shadow's highest difficulty combines scarce resources with manual campfire saving only. Reserve it for veteran players who already know the campaign layout.
New Player Starter Checklist
Work through these milestones during your first hours with the bundle:
First Expedition Goals:
- Complete the Tomb Raider opening chapters on Yamatai
- Acquire the climbing axe and unlock base camps
- Upgrade the bow: draw speed and damage first
- Complete at least one optional challenge tomb per game
- Use stealth takedowns before every open firefight
- Finish the trilogy in release order before New Game Plus
Scan every new area with Survival Instinct before moving forward. It highlights resources, enemies, interactive objects, and climbable surfaces — the single most valuable habit across all three games.
FAQ
Q: Does the Tomb Raider Definitive Survivor Trilogy bundle include all DLC?
Yes. Each game ships in its Definitive Edition form, which bundles the major expansions — including Baba Yaga, Blood Ties, Endurance mode for Rise, and Shadow's full season of DLC challenge tombs and story missions.
Q: Which platforms sell the trilogy bundle?
The bundle is available digitally on Steam, the PlayStation Store, and the Xbox Store, with Xbox Wire describing it as the complete origin trilogy collection when it launched in 2021.
Q: Are there cheat codes in the Survivor Trilogy?
No. There is no universal cheat-code system. Bonus outfits, weapons, and New Game Plus content are earned through campaign progression, challenge tomb completion, DLC objectives, and completion milestones.
Q: Can I jump straight into Shadow of the Tomb Raider?
You can, but it is not recommended. Each game builds on traversal tools and story threads from the previous entry, so playing in release order — Tomb Raider, Rise, then Shadow — gives the smoothest learning curve and richest story payoff.