Pre-Order Rise of the Tomb Raider PS4 and Get Free Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition

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by Sammy Barker Wed 27th Jul 2016

Rise of the Tomb Raider Definitive Edition PS4 PlayStation 4

We hold our hands up: Square Enix has gone above and beyond with the PlayStation 4 version of Rise of the Tomb Raider. While we're still disappointed that we've had to wait a year to play the game, the publisher's really doing everything it can to sweeten the deal – like throwing in a free copy of Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition on the PlayStation Store.

That's right, if you pre-order the latest entry in the series in Europe or North America right now, you'll get immediate access to the franchise's very enjoyable reboot – for free. This is all in addition to the extras that Crystal Dynamics is packing into the most recent game, of course, which includes co-op, PlayStation VR support, classic character models, and much more.

Has all been forgiven? Wield two pistols and fire some positivity into the comments section below.

[source store.playstation.com, via store.playstation.com]

As the Editor of Push Square, Sammy has over 15 years of experience analysing the world of PlayStation, from PS3 through PS5 and everything in between. He’s an expert on PS Studios and industry matters, as well as sports games and simulators. He also enjoys RPGs when he has the time to dedicate to them, and is a bit of a gacha whale.

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Mega-Gazz
Wed 27th Jul 2016

Of course, I already got the first game... twice (ps3/ps4)..... what is the price of the pre-order?

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Wazeddie22
Wed 27th Jul 2016

Very good deal and I have been very impressed by how far they are going to win back their fans but I take it this is digital only?I'll be getting the retail copy so I guess this won't apply to me then.
Plus wasn't this on Ps plus already?so most people would of played the original already.
Still,With all the added extras we are getting for the new game I for one think they have more than made up for their mistake...just hope they don't do it again

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get2sammyb
Wed 27th Jul 2016

@Mega-Gazz $59.99/£44.99.

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SegaBlueSky
Wed 27th Jul 2016

@Wazeddie22 Think the PS Plus promo was for the PS3 version if I remember right.

Good deal but think I'll stick with my physical edition. Cheaper and comes with the anniversary artbook.

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Zuby25
Wed 27th Jul 2016

No its still doesn't but it helps wish they add code for the physical copy of the game.

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get2sammyb
Wed 27th Jul 2016

@Wazeddie22 Yeah this seems to be a PlayStation Store promotion.

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Wazeddie22
Wed 27th Jul 2016

@SegaBlueSky ah ok,I had a feeling it was on Plus just wasn't sure which console.

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wiiware
Wed 27th Jul 2016

Already got it on ps3, pc and ps4...

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Mr_Alejo
Wed 27th Jul 2016

Already got it.. not going to happen.

39.99$ is what I'm willing to pay for a year-old game.

Just cause 3, Far Cry Primal, Fallout 4, Mad Max... They are all below 29.99$... That's where ROTTR belongs...

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themcnoisy
Wed 27th Jul 2016

I've got Tomb Raider Def Ed on the shelf at home, is it any good?

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AdamNovice
Wed 27th Jul 2016

Suppose this rules out TR for Plus in the near future now.

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bbauer36
Wed 27th Jul 2016

Already have tomb raider like most people, I will be waiting for a price drop. Shouldn't take long being a year old.

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Anguspuss
Wed 27th Jul 2016

so tttttt tempting

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Fred_Red
Wed 27th Jul 2016

DONE !
only £45 on psn ! in shops 49
found top up card £50 but only £45
https://t.co/m5O6mB8I9v

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lacerz
Wed 27th Jul 2016

I can wait for a deep discount. I like to use my wallet as a weapon, and my backlog is deep enough to not notice.

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Constable_What
Wed 27th Jul 2016

I don't think this is a good deal at all. $60 for a game that will be a year old, even with all the DLC (It's sort of hit and miss in my opinion) seems steep. I already own the game on PC, so the only thing that interests me remotely is the co-op. Maybe when the price drops to $20 or $30 dollars; I have no shortage of other games to play.

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blakey78
Wed 27th Jul 2016

@Fred_Red The pre-order is only £39.95 on www.thegamecollection.net so I'm sticking with the hard copy. I prefer it to digital as I can trade the game in and have price match at 'game' store. Can't do that with digital.

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PJ5
Wed 27th Jul 2016

I just played the game two months ago when it was on sale on PSN, oh well.

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Frank90
Wed 27th Jul 2016

If it's not physical it's not a game. Sadly.

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Ralizah
Wed 27th Jul 2016

If this deal is still going next month, I'll probably preorder it then. With the free game and all the DLC, I think this game has fully justified its $59.99 price tag.

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Gamer83
Wed 27th Jul 2016

@Constable_What
A sledge hammer right to the groin would be less painful than giving SquareEnix credit for anything but I have to be fair. SE actually has gone out of its way to make this package worth it. All the DLC (Endurance Mode, Baba Yaga and Cold Darkness are all pretty good) plus a new story DLC, classic outfits and now Tomb Raider Definitive Edition for free... Can't say this isn't worth it for $60. Rise of the Tomb Raider is one of the top 5 games this gen (I have it in my top 3), easily the best game on Xbox One and will fall just behind Uncharted 4 on PS4, though an argument can be made that RotTR is better. It's a shame the imbeciles at SquareEnix and Crystal Dynamics decided to screw this game over because of MS' 'passion' for the product. LMFAO! And before any of the Sony-haters say it, I know Sony does similar timed-exclusive deals too and I also condemn those so save the bs. MS, SE, CD can all f**k off for putting a black cloud over what should've been one of the most celebrated games of this gen. Really, REALLY p*sses me off.

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Gamer83
Wed 27th Jul 2016

@themcnoisy
I think it's a great game. Right up there with any others in the action genre. If you're looking for 'traditional' Tomb Raider, however, you'll probably be a bit disappointed.