Tomb Raider 2013 and 2016 share no direct link.
Tomb Raider 2013 and 2016 share no direct link.
There is connection but it doesn't matter which game you will play first.
How significant is this link? I don't want to overlook anything major.
The 2013 focuses on Lara's transformation into the Tomb Raider and shares some background on her past. By 2016, Lara has gained experience, and the game introduces subtle nods to earlier titles along with characters from those games. Once more, the experience shifts toward a distinct new direction.
I enjoyed Rise of the Tomb Raider even though I hadn’t played it in 2013. I felt well-informed throughout, so you should be just fine.