Rise of the Tomb Raider: The Official Art Book

The official art book for Rise of the Tomb Raider brings together concept art and behind-the-scenes visuals from the 2015 action-adventure game. This digital edition delivers the complete collection as a PDF, ready for instant download after purchase. Fans of Lara Croft and the game’s realistic environments will find a detailed visual journey through the making of the title.

From the snowy peaks of Siberia to the ruins of ancient Kitezh, the book captures the atmosphere and scale of Lara’s first proactive tomb raiding expedition. It is a rich resource for players, concept artists, and anyone interested in game production.

Book Overview

Rise of the Tomb Raider: The Official Art Book showcases the artwork behind the 2015 video game developed by Crystal Dynamics and published by Square Enix. The book was written by Andy McVittie and Paul Davies, with a foreword and introduction by art director Brenoch Adams, game director Brian Horton, and franchise director Noah Hughes.

The contents are organized into chapters covering characters, weapons and props, and locations. Lara’s gear, the Trinity soldiers, the Deathless Ones, and the game’s challenge tombs all appear in detailed concept pieces and production art. The book also reflects the development team’s goal of putting the “Tomb” back in Tomb Raider.

What You’ll Discover Inside

• Character studies of Lara, Jacob, Ana, Konstantin, Lord Croft, Remnants, Trinity Soldiers, and the Deathless Ones
• Weapons and props, including Lara’s gear, guns, and in-game murals
• Location artwork from Syria, the Soviet Base Hub, Byzantine Ice Caves, Remnant Valley, Kitezh, Flooded Archive, and Challenge Tombs
• Concept art by Mark Castanon, Brenoch Adams, and Brandon Russell, among others
• A foreword and introduction by the game’s art director, game director, and franchise director
• An inside look at the “Woman vs. Wild” survival pillar and Lara’s evolution from Survivor to the Tomb Raider

Why This Book Matters

Rise of the Tomb Raider was a key chapter in Lara Croft’s origin story. This art book preserves the visual development work created by Crystal Dynamics and the artists who shaped the game’s look. It documents the design of hostile landscapes, ancient tombs, and the characters who inhabit them. For students of game art and fans of the series, it offers a primary-source record of the production.

Book Details

Device Compatibility

This is a digital download. No physical item will be shipped. After purchase, the PDF is available through your account and can be read on compatible devices.

Use Kindle apps, tablets, desktop computers, mobile phones, or any PDF reading application that supports large image files. Internet access is only needed to download the file; after that, you can read offline.

FAQ

How soon do I get the book?
Your download is available immediately after purchase.

Will I receive a physical copy?
No, this is a digital download only. Nothing will be shipped.

What devices are supported?
The PDF works with Kindle apps, tablets, desktop computers, mobile phones, and most PDF reading applications.

Add Rise of the Tomb Raider: The Official Art Book to your collection today and explore the artwork behind one of Lara Croft’s most important expeditions.