AdventureFit check
Is Lara Croft GO worth it for you?
We tell you who should skip it, too.
Play it if you…
Good fit- Puzzle-adventure players who prefer turn-based movement over real-time action
- Lara Croft fans interested in exploring ancient ruins and uncovering a myth
- Players who enjoy collecting relics to unlock character outfits
Skip it if you…
Saves you a refund- Players seeking fast, continuous action may find the turn-based puzzle structure slow-paced.
- Those looking for a broad combat system may find the focus on puzzles, obstacles, and traps limiting.
- Players who want an open-ended world may prefer a game with less emphasis on progressing through a puzzle adventure.
Our take on Lara Croft GO
Rather than centering the adventure on continuous action, the game uses turn-based puzzle progression. That shifts the focus toward considering moves around enemies, obstacles, and traps as Lara explores the ruins.
What is Lara Croft GO?
Lara Croft GO is a turn-based puzzle adventure set among the ruins of an ancient civilization.
Explore the environment, uncover secrets, and face challenges connected to the Queen of Venom. Gameplay combines encounters with enemies and obstacles with escapes from traps. Collect ancient relics to unlock outfits for Lara. The Steam version includes unlimited hints and all outfits at no additional cost. Visuals and a soundtrack accompany the journey through the ruins.
How Lara Croft GO plays
- 01Turn-based puzzles
- Progress through ancient ruins while dealing with enemies, environmental obstacles, and traps.
- 02Relic outfit unlocks
- Collect ancient objects to unlock outfits for Lara.
- 03Unlimited hints
- The Steam version provides hints without a usage limit.
- 04All outfits included
- Every outfit is available at no additional cost in the Steam version.
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Lara Croft GO: platforms & release
Is Lara Croft GO worth it?
It is worth it if: puzzle-adventure players who prefer turn-based movement over real-time action. Skip it if: players seeking fast, continuous action may find the turn-based puzzle structure slow-paced.
Where can I download Lara Croft GO?
Use the Download Now button on this page: it opens Lara Croft GO's store page, where you can choose how to get it.
What platforms is Lara Croft GO on?
Windows, macOS and Linux.
