'' Rise of the Tomb Raider '' was announced at E3 2014 by Microsoft Studios . It was revealed as a timed exclusive for Microsoft at Gamescom 2014 , which sparked player outrage and widespread criticism from the gaming press and community . The game was praised , with critics liking its graphics , gameplay , and characterization ; however , some reviewers felt that it did not take enough risks . By November 2017 , the game had sold nearly seven million copies . Several downloadable story and content additions have been released for digital purchase . A sequel , '' Shadow of the Tomb Raider '' , was released in September 2018
E3 2014
E3 2014
Rise of the Tomb Raider