Games like Tomb Raider I (1996)

Action-adventure platformer. Explore tombs, solve puzzles, and combat enemies with acrobatic combat.

85% positive from 4,624 · 2012 · Steam Deck Unsupported · $6.99 $3.49 -50% · Lowest ever $0.77 (2021-08-23)

AdventureActionClassic Female ProtagonistSingleplayerPuzzle

Six games like Tomb Raider I (1996)

Tomb Raider III (1998)

84% positive from 1,535 reviews2012Deck Unsupported

This is a 3D action-adventure game featuring platforming and combat. Players explore ancient ruins, solve environmental puzzles, and fight enemies.

The catchLevels hide where to go next, so progress means backtracking and a walkthrough.

Both are tagged Classic, Female Protagonist and Puzzle.

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Tomb Raider IV: The Last Revelation (1999)

85% positive from 1,442 reviews2012Deck Playable

This is a 3D action-adventure game where players solve puzzles and navigate traps. It features exploration and combat in ancient Egyptian settings.

What players likedPlayers praise it as a top-tier Tomb Raider, despite being less worldly than prior games.

The catchGetting the port running needs fan patches, and controllers are still unsupported.

Both are tagged Classic, Female Protagonist and Puzzle.

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Tomb Raider II (1997)

87% positive from 2,354 reviews2012Deck Unsupported

3D action-adventure platformer. Explore ancient ruins, solve puzzles, and combat enemies to find a powerful artifact.

The catchThe Steam port has awful controls and controllers rarely work without extra fixes.

Both are tagged Classic, Female Protagonist and Singleplayer.

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Zuma's Revenge!

95% positive from 3,439 reviews20095% finish itDeck Playable

Zuma's Revenge! is a puzzle-action game where players shoot colored balls to clear streams. It features a fast-paced, strategic core loop with power-ups and boss battles.

What players likedPlayers praise "Zuma's Revenge!" as a classic, satisfying, and improved sequel to the original "Zuma Deluxe."

The catchThe old PC build breaks on modern systems, with cursor glitches, no hi res and crashes.

Both are tagged Classic, Puzzle and Singleplayer.

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Oddworld: Abe's Oddysee®

85% positive from 4,512 reviews2008Deck Playable

Abe's Oddysee is a 2D puzzle-platformer where players use speech and environmental interaction to solve puzzles and escape danger. The game features stealth and puzzle-solving with a dark, satirical tone.

What players likedPlayers praise its engaging worldbuilding, unique speaking system, and challenging puzzles, reminiscent of classic platformers.

The catchConstant trial and error deaths, with checkpoints so far apart that replays drag.

Both are tagged Classic, Puzzle and Singleplayer.

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Beyond Good and Evil™

86% positive from 3,480 reviews2008Deck Playable

Action-adventure game with stealth, combat, and photography mechanics. Players expose a government conspiracy on a besieged planet.

The catchThe Steam port is broken and often runs in French with no way to change it.

Both are tagged Female Protagonist, Action and Adventure.

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More about Tomb Raider I (1996)

What players liked

Players praise it as a mildly difficult, adventure-themed puzzle game, great for its place in video game history.

The catch

Controls are clunky and stiff, so basic jumping and combat stay a constant fight.

Reviews: 85% positive from 4,624
Released: 2012
Steam Deck: Steam Deck Unsupported
Price: $6.99 $3.49 -50% · Lowest ever $0.77 (2021-08-23)
Play: Single-player

It is here because it sits in the band this site looks at: well reviewed at 85% positive, but with 4,624 reviews, far fewer than the household names carry.

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