Tomb Raider 1-3 Remastered Walkthrough 100% Guide

Tomb Raider is a classic action-adventure game series that follows the adventures of Lara Croft, a fearless archaeologist and explorer.

In 2023, the series’ first three games were remastered and released for modern platforms, with improved graphics, sound, and gameplay.

This article will guide you through the main levels and secrets of Tomb Raider 1-3 Remastered and help you easily complete the games.

Tomb Raider 1 levels list

here is a list of the levels in Tomb Raider 1, along with a brief description of each one:

Peru

  • The Caves: This is the starting level of the game, where Lara learns the basics of movement and combat.
  • City of Vilcabamba: Lara explores the ruins of an ancient city, searching for clues to the location of the Scion of Atlantis.
  • Lost Valley: Lara travels to a hidden valley inhabited by hostile natives, where she must find a way to activate the gate to the Tomb of Qualopec.
  • Tomb of Qualopec: Lara faces her first major boss battle against the T-Rex in this level, before retrieving the Scion of Atlantis.
  • Greece
  • St. Francis’ Folly: Lara infiltrates a heavily guarded mansion in search of the Atlas artifact.
  • Colosseum: Lara battles her way through hordes of enemies in the iconic Roman arena.
  • Palace Midas: Lara navigates through the booby-trapped palace of King Midas, searching for the Golden Mask.
  • The Cistern: Lara must solve a series of underwater puzzles to escape a flooded cistern.
  • Tomb of Tihocan: Lara faces off against the undead pirate ghost Tihocan in this final level of the Greece section.

Egypt

  • City of Khamoon: Lara explores the ruins of an ancient Egyptian city, searching for the entrance to the Obelisk of Khamoon.
  • Obelisk of Khamoon: Lara must solve a series of puzzles to activate the Obelisk and gain access to the Sanctuary of the Scion.
  • Sanctuary of the Scion: Lara confronts the final boss, Natla, at this level to prevent her from using the Scion of Atlantis for her evil purposes.

Tomb Raider 1 Remastered Walkthrough

Tomb Raider 1 Remastered is the first game of the series, originally released in 1996. It tells the story of Lara Croft’s quest to find the Scion, an ancient artifact that holds the secrets of a lost civilization.

Tomb Raider 1 Remastered Walkthrough
Tomb Raider 1 Remastered Walkthrough – Return to Egypt

She will face dangerous enemies, puzzles, and traps along the way and explore exotic locations such as Peru, Greece, Egypt, and Atlantis.

Level 1: Caves

The first level of the game is a tutorial that introduces you to the game’s basic controls and mechanics. You will learn to move, jump, climb, swim, and use weapons. The level is set in a cave system in Peru, where Lara is looking for the entrance to the Tomb of Qualopec

There are no enemies at this level, except for some bats and wolves that can be easily killed with pistols. The level also contains four secrets, which are hidden areas that contain extra items such as medipacks, ammo, or artifacts. 

To find the secrets, you must explore the caves and look for clues such as switches, movable blocks, or cracks in the walls. The secrets are optional but can help you later in the game.

The level ends when you reach the door to the Tomb of Qualopec, which requires a gold key to open. 

The key can be found in a small room near the end of the level after climbing a series of ledges and platforms. Once you have the key, you can open the door and enter the next level.

Level 2: Tomb of Qualopec

The game’s second level is the Tomb of Qualopec, where Lara hopes to find the first piece of the Scion. The level is more challenging than the previous one, as it features more enemies, traps, and puzzles. 

You will encounter bearsraptors, and Pierre Dupont, a rival treasure hunter who will try to stop you. You will also have to deal with spikesbouldersdarts, and collapsing floors, which can kill you instantly if you are not careful.

The level consists of several rooms and corridors connected by switches, doors, and bridges. The main objective of the level is to find three lead bars, which can be used to activate a mechanism that opens the way to the Scion chamber. 

The lead bars are hidden in different parts of the level and require some exploration and puzzle-solving to obtain. The level also contains three secrets, which are harder to find than the ones in the previous level.

The level ends when you enter the Scion chamber, where you will see a cutscene of Lara taking the first piece of the Scion. However, as soon as she does, the tomb starts to collapse, and you must escape before it is too late. 

You must run back to the level entrance, avoid the falling rocks and debris, and jump on a motorcycle waiting outside. The motorcycle will take you to the next level.

Level 3: The Lost Valley

The game’s third level is the Lost Valley, a hidden valley in Peru containing a secret that will shock Lara. 

The level is one of the most iconic and memorable levels of the game, as it features the first appearance of the T-Rex, a huge and fearsome dinosaur that will chase and attack you. 

The level is also large and open, with multiple paths and areas to explore. You will find waterfallscavesbridges, ruins, and many enemies, such as wolves, raptors, and bats.

The main objective of the level is to find three cogs, which can be used to activate a dam that controls the water level of the valley. The cogs are scattered around the level and require some platforming and combat skills to obtain. 

The level also contains five very well-hidden secrets that require some backtracking and clever thinking.

The level ends when you use the cogs to activate the dam, lowering the water level and revealing a new path to the next level. You must swim through a tunnel and climb a ladder to reach the exit.

Tomb Raider 2 Remastered Walkthrough

Tomb Raider 2 Remastered is the second game of the series, originally released in 1997. It tells the story of Lara Croft’s quest to find the Dagger of Xian, an ancient weapon that can grant its wielder the power of a dragon. 

Along the way, she will face a new enemy, the Fiamma Nera, a cult of mercenaries and fanatics who also want the dagger. She will also explore new locations such as China, Venice, Tibet, and a sunken ship.

Level 1: The Great Wall

The game’s first level is set in China, where Lara is looking for the entrance to the Temple of Xian, where the dagger is supposed to be hidden. The level combines natural and man-made environments with forestscliffscanyons, and the Great Wall

You will encounter enemies such as tigerseagles, and Fiamma Nera soldiers, who will shoot at you with their guns. You will also have to deal with traps such as spikesblades, and rolling balls, which can hurt or kill you.

The level consists of several sections connected by switches, doors, and ropes. The main objective of the level is to find a key that can open the door to the temple. The key can be found in a small building near the end of the level after crossing a bridge and climbing a ladder. 

The level also contains three secrets, which are hidden areas that contain extra items such as medipacks, ammo, or artifacts. 

To find the secrets, you must explore the level and look for clues such as switches, movable blocks, or cracks in the walls. The secrets are optional but can help you later in the game.

The level ends when you use the key to open the door to the temple, where you will see a cutscene of Lara entering the temple and finding the dagger. 

However, as soon as she does, she is attacked by a guardian, a huge and powerful warrior who guards the dagger. You must fight the guardian and escape the temple before it collapses.

Level 2: Venice

The game’s second level is set in Venice, Italy, where Lara follows a lead on the Fiamma Nera’s headquarters. The level is a beautiful and atmospheric representation of the famous city, with canalsbuildingsgondolas, and bridges

You will encounter enemies such as ratsdogsbarracudas, and Fiamma Nera operatives, using guns, grenades, and boats to attack you. You will also have to deal with traps such as flamesmines, and alarms, which can alert more enemies or block your way.

The level consists of several areas connected by switches, keys, and boats. The level’s main objective is to find a way to enter the opera house, where the Fiamma Nera’s leader, Marco Bartoli, hides. 

You must find two circuit breakers to activate a lift leading to the opera house. The circuit breakers are hidden in different parts of the level and require some exploration and puzzle-solving to obtain.

The level also contains two secrets, which are harder to find than the ones in the previous level.

The level ends when you enter the opera house, where you will see a cutscene of Lara confronting Bartoli and his men. However, he escapes through a trapdoor before she can get any information from him, and you will have to follow him to the next level.

Level 3: Bartoli’s Hideout

The game’s third level is Bartoli’s Hideout, a secret base under the opera house, where the Fiamma Nera conduct their experiments and rituals. The level is dark and sinister, with labscellstunnels, and catacombs

You will encounter enemies such as ratsspidersFiamma Nera thugs, and Bartoli’s henchmen, who will use guns, knives, and flamethrowers to stop you. You will also have to deal with traps such as electricitygas, and explosives, which can damage or kill you.

The level consists of several sections connected by switches, keys, and levers. The level’s main objective is to find a way to enter the plane where Bartoli is preparing to leave for Tibet, where the dagger’s power can be unleashed. 

To do so, you will need to find a plane key, which can be used to open the plane’s door. The plane key can be found in a small room near the end of the level after passing through a series of traps and enemies. The level also contains one secret, which is very hard to find and requires some timing and skill.

The level ends when you enter the plane, where you will see a cutscene of Lara boarding the plane and taking off. 

However, as soon as she does, she is attacked by a dragon, a creature created by the Fiamma Nera using the dagger’s power. You must fight the dragon and escape the plane before it crashes.

Tomb Raider 3 Remastered Walkthrough

Tomb Raider 3 Remastered is the third game of the series, originally released in 1998. It tells the story of Lara Croft’s quest to find the Meteorite Artefacts, four ancient objects created by a meteorite impact millions of years ago. 

Along the way, she will face a new enemy, the RX-Tech, a corporation after the artifacts. She will also explore new locations such as India, Nevada, London, and Antarctica.

Level 1: Jungle

The game’s first level is set in India, where Lara is looking for the entrance to the Temple of Puna, where the first artifact is supposed to be hidden. The level is a lush and vibrant jungle with treesflowerswaterfalls, and animals

You will encounter enemies such as monkeyssnakestigers, and tribal warriors, using spears, blowpipes, and boomerangs to attack you. You will also have to deal with traps such as quicksandspikes, and poisonous plants, which can slow you down or kill you.

The level consists of several areas connected by switches, keys, and vines. The level’s main objective is to find a way to enter the temple. To do so, you will need to find two gems, which can be used to activate a statue that opens the temple’s door. 

The gems are hidden in different parts of the level and require some exploration and puzzle-solving to obtain. The level also contains six secrets, which are hidden areas that contain extra items such as medipacks, ammo, or artifacts. 

To find the secrets, you must explore the level and look for clues such as switches, movable blocks, or cracks in the walls. The secrets are optional but can help you later in the game.

The level ends when you enter the temple, where you will see a cutscene of Lara entering the temple and finding the first artifact. However, as soon as she does, she is confronted by the Temple Guardian, a giant and powerful statue that comes to life and attacks her. 

You will have to fight the Temple Guardian and escape the temple before it collapses.

Level 2: Temple Ruins

The game’s second level is set in the Temple Ruins, an ancient and mysterious place with many secrets and dangers. 

The level is a complex, maze-like structure with pillarsstatuesaltars, and puzzles. You will encounter enemies such as monkeyssnakesspiders, and RX-Tech soldiers who use guns, grenades, and flamethrowers to stop you. 

You will also have to deal with traps such as spikesbouldersdarts, and fire, which can hurt or kill you.

The level comprises several sections connected by switches, keys, and platforms. 

The level’s main objective is to find a way to enter the Kaliya Ghati, a sacred chamber where the second artifact is supposed to be hidden. To do so, you will need to find four elemental keys, which can be used to activate a portal that leads to the chamber. 

The elemental keys are hidden in different parts of the level and require some exploration and puzzle-solving to obtain. The level also contains five secrets, which are harder to find than the ones in the previous level.

The level ends when you enter the portal, where you will see a cutscene of Lara entering the Kaliya Ghati and finding the second artifact. 

However, as soon as she does, she is attacked by the Kaliya, a huge and fearsome snake that guards the artifact. You must fight the Kaliya and escape the chamber before it collapses.

Level 3: The River Ganges

The game’s third level is set in the River Ganges, a long and winding river flowing through India. The level is scenic and dynamic, with waterboatsrapids, and waterfalls

You will encounter enemies such as crocodilespiranhas, and RX-Tech mercenaries, using boats, guns, and harpoons to attack you. You will also have to deal with traps such as currentslogs, and mines, which can push you, block you, or explode you.

The level consists of several areas connected by switches, keys, and boats. 

The level’s main objective is to find a way to enter the Caves of Kaliya, where the third artifact is supposed to be hidden. To do so, you will need to find a boat key, which can be used to start a speedboat that can take you to the caves. 

The boat key can be found in a small hut near the end of the level after passing through a series of rapids and waterfalls. The level also contains three secrets, which are harder to find than the ones in the previous level.

The level ends when you enter the caves, where you will see a cutscene of Lara entering the caves and finding the third artifact. 

However, as soon as she does, she is confronted by the RX-Tech boss, a ruthless and powerful leader of the RX-Tech corporation, who wants the artifacts for himself. You must fight the RX-Tech boss and escape the caves before they explode.

Level 4: Caves of Kaliya

The game’s fourth level is set in the Caves of Kaliya, a dark and damp place with many secrets and dangers. The level is a mix of natural and man-made environments, with rockswaterpipes, and machines

You will encounter enemies such as batsratsspiders, and RX-Tech workers, using guns, wrenches, and drills to attack you. You will also have to deal with traps such as electricitysteam, and crates, which can shock, burn, or crush you.

The level consists of several sections connected by switches, keys, and levers. The level’s main objective is to find a way to enter the Meteorite Cavern, where the fourth artifact is supposed to be hidden. 

To do so, you will need to find a cog that can be used to activate a generator that powers a lift that leads to the cavern. After passing through a series of pipes and machines, the cog can be found in a small room near the end of the level. 

The level also contains two secrets, which are harder to find than the ones in the previous level.

The level ends when you enter the lift, where you will see a cutscene of Lara entering the Meteorite Cavern and finding the fourth artifact. 

However, as soon as she does, she is attacked by Willard, the head of the RX-Tech corporation, who has mutated into a giant and monstrous spider using the artifacts’ power. You will have to fight Willard and escape the cavern before it collapses.

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