TRX is an open-source engine reimplementation of Tomb Raider, Tomb Raider II and Tomb Raider III. A new engine written from scratch that loads the original game's data files.

Do I need the original game files to run TRX?

Yes. The project does not include the original game's assets, so you need your own copy. Requires legally obtained original Tomb Raider game disc images to run.

Are all three games fully playable from beginning to end?

Yes. If you encounter a bug, file a ticket.

Can I play this with a controller?

The project supports a wide variety of controllers without additional software. Keyboard and controller controls can be customized in the Controls menu, with multiple layouts, multi-key shortcuts of up to three keys, and two binding slots per action.

TRX

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A new engine written from scratch that loads the original game's data files.

Based on Tomb Raider

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Based on Tomb Raider II

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Based on Tomb Raider III

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About

The original Tomb Raider trilogy (1996-1998) are action-adventure games developed by Core Design and published by Eidos Interactive, following archaeologist Lara Croft through puzzle- and combat-filled levels across three separate games — Tomb Raider, Tomb Raider II, and Tomb Raider III. TRX is an open-source, single-engine reimplementation of Tomb Raider I, II, and III (plus custom levels), built through decompilation and open-source replacements for proprietary components while respecting each original engine's distinct mechanics. It runs on Windows, Linux, and macOS, requires the player's own legally obtained original game disc images, and is under active development, with all three games reportedly fully playable start to finish and Tomb Raider IV support underway.

How it differs from the original

The project adds enhancements not in the originals: restored content like Tomb Raider 1's originally-cut braid on Lara's model, an enemy health bar and adjustable UI scaling, a photo mode, 3D pickups, skybox support, an updated moveset including sprinting, customizable draw distance, a developer console, detailed level statistics, and expanded controller support with multi-key combo bindings; HD texture packs are explicitly not planned.

Getting started

Download the latest release and follow the included installation instructions; the player must supply their own legally obtained Tomb Raider I-III disc images, since the project doesn't include original game assets. Controls fully support keyboards and a wide range of gamepads out of the box, with customizable bindings including multi-key combos.

Known issues & limitations

HD texture packs are not currently planned.
TR4 support is still early and is not yet fully supported.

What you need to run it

Original game files required. The project ships code only; you provide your own copy of the game. Requires legally obtained original Tomb Raider game disc images to run.

Features

Offers a customizable draw distance.
Includes a developer console.

How to install

Download the latest TRX release.

Summarised from the project's README.

Media

Status & roadmap

Support for Tomb Raider IV is under active development, though the README says tickets for TR4-specific issues raised before it's fully supported will likely be closed.

FAQ

What is TRX?: TRX is an open-source engine reimplementation of Tomb Raider, Tomb Raider II and Tomb Raider III. A new engine written from scratch that loads the original game's data files.
Do I need the original game files to run TRX?: Yes. The project does not include the original game's assets, so you need your own copy. Requires legally obtained original Tomb Raider game disc images to run.
Are all three games fully playable from beginning to end?: Yes. If you encounter a bug, file a ticket.
Can I play this with a controller?: The project supports a wide variety of controllers without additional software. Keyboard and controller controls can be customized in the Controls menu, with multiple layouts, multi-key shortcuts of up to three keys, and two binding slots per action.