Rank 01Why this
Shares tank controls with Tomb Raider II (1997).
- $3.49 (Price checked Oct 5)
- 2012
Games like Tomb Raider II (1997)
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Players who liked Tomb Raider II (1997) also play
The closest matches to Tomb Raider II (1997): Tomb Raider I (1996), Tomb Raider III (1998), Tormented Souls 2, Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition, and Hitman 2: Silent Assassin. Ranked by imho.run from Steam co-play data, shared tags and reviews.
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Rank 02Why this
Also Third-Person Shooter and 1990's, like Tomb Raider II (1997).
- $3.49 (Price checked Oct 3)
- 2012
Rank 03- $20.99 (Price checked Oct 3)
- Deck Playable
- 2025
Rank 04 
Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition
Why this: Same atmospheric mood as Tomb Raider II (1997).
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Assassin's Creed 2
Why this: Same nostalgic mood as Tomb Raider II (1997).
The full ranked list: top 24 games like Tomb Raider II (1997)
Best match first, as plain text. The same list for AI assistants:
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- 2Tomb Raider III (1998)
Also Third-Person Shooter and 1990's, like Tomb Raider II (1997).
- 85% of 572 reviews
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- 4Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition
Same atmospheric mood as Tomb Raider II (1997).
- 85% of 23,350 reviews
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- 17Tomba! 2: The Evil Swine Return Special Edition
Also 1990's and 3D Platformer, like Tomb Raider II (1997).
- 91% of 169 reviews
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- Released: 2012
- Developer: Core Design
- Price: $3.49−50%checked Oct 3
- 85% of 935 reviews
- Genres: Action, Adventure
- Platforms: Windows
Players highlight
- Exotic locales like venice and maria doria stand out
- Harpoon gun introduces new combat options
- Trap sequences demand methodical navigation
- Atmospheric
- Immersive
- Nostalgic
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Reviewers mention these as similar to Tomb Raider II (1997)
Surfaced from review text: when other players write 'if you liked X, try Y', we catch the name and resolve it back to a Steam game.
Tomb Raider IV: The Last Revelation (1999)
Why this: Shares vehicle sequences with Tomb Raider II (1997).
Tomb Raider IV-VI Remastered
Why this: Also Third-Person Shooter and 3D Platformer, like Tomb Raider II (1997).
Cheaper alternatives
Games in the same vein priced at least 40% below Tomb Raider II (1997) at current Steam store prices.
Prince of Persia: The Two Thrones™
Why this: Same atmospheric mood as Tomb Raider II (1997).
Broken Sword 3 - the Sleeping Dragon (2003)
Why this: Shares tank controls with Tomb Raider II (1997).
Just Cause 2
Why this: Same immersive mood as Tomb Raider II (1997).
Free alternatives
Free games the recommender matches to Tomb Raider II (1997), limited to titles with at least 500 Steam reviews and 80% positive.
The Big Catch: Tacklebox
Why this: Also 1990's and 3D Platformer, like Tomb Raider II (1997).
Puppet Master: The Game
Why this: Also Third-Person Shooter and 1990's, like Tomb Raider II (1997).
Eraser
Why this: Also Third-Person Shooter and 3D Platformer, like Tomb Raider II (1997).
More from Core Design
Other recommendable Steam games by Core Design, ranked by review count so the studio's hits land first.
Tomb Raider VI: The Angel of Darkness (2003)
Why this: Same tense mood as Tomb Raider II (1997).
Tomb Raider V: Chronicles (2000)
Why this: Same nostalgic mood as Tomb Raider II (1997).
About Tomb Raider II (1997)
The closest matches to Tomb Raider II (1997): Tomb Raider I (1996), Tomb Raider III (1998), Tormented Souls 2, Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition, and Hitman 2: Silent Assassin. Ranked by imho.run from Steam co-play data, shared tags and reviews.
If Tomb Raider II (1997) is your kind of game, the closest matches are Tomb Raider I (1996), Tomb Raider III (1998) and Tormented Souls 2 — picked from the ranked list below. Reviewers describe it as atmospheric, immersive and nostalgic, and single out its auto aim and harpoon gun. Each pick is ranked by what players of this game also play, shared genres and tags, and review-mined similarity — not a generic popularity list.
About Tomb Raider II (1997): The second instalment in the Tomb Raider series invites you to join Lara as she travels around the globe to retrieve a precious artefact before it falls into the wrong hands. The legendary artefact, the Dagger of Xian, is said to give its possessor the power of a fire breathing dragon.
Is Tomb Raider II (1997) worth buying?
Players recommend it
A summary of what players say, not a promise you'll like it. Every signal is listed below.
- 85% of 935 Steam reviews are positive.
- We don't track this game's daily reviews yet, so this is the all-time picture.
- On sale: 50% off, now $3.49 (checked Oct 3).
- People who recommend it had played a median of 20 h when they wrote their review.
- Not supported on Steam Deck.
What fans praise · Themes mined from positive reviews
- Exotic locales like venice and maria doria stand out
- Harpoon gun introduces new combat options
- Trap sequences demand methodical navigation
- Vehicles add dynamic gameplay variety
People who play it also play: Tomb Raider I (1996), Tomb Raider III (1998), Tormented Souls 2
Frequently asked about Tomb Raider II (1997)
Can I run it?
Does Tomb Raider II (1997) work on Steam Deck?
Tomb Raider II (1997) is currently rated Unsupported on Steam Deck. It may not launch or may have significant issues that block normal play.
How much does Tomb Raider II (1997) cost?
Tomb Raider II (1997) is listed on Steam at 3.49 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
What games are most similar to Tomb Raider II (1997)?
Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside Tomb Raider II (1997) are Tomb Raider I (1996), Tomb Raider III (1998), Tormented Souls 2.
Who developed Tomb Raider II (1997)?
Tomb Raider II (1997) was developed by Core Design and published by Crystal Dynamics.