When Crystal Dynamics rebooted Tomb Raider in 2013, they delivered a gritty, survivalist origin story for Lara Croft. For many, the game is a masterpiece of action-adventure design. But for the dedicated PC community, the journey doesn't end when the credits roll. It begins with modding.
Let’s take an example: “Classic Tomb Raider Outfit” or “Realistic Blood Textures”.
After downloading, you’ll typically get a .zip or .rar containing a folder structure like:
\Textures\Lara\Default_Outfit\Diffuse.dds
Or sometimes just loose .dds texture files and a .txt instruction. tomb raider 2013 how to install mods
Older mods (pre-2015) may require you to replace files inside the actual .tiger archives using TigerTool (a community-made extractor/repacker). Only use this method if the mod’s readme explicitly says “replace inside bigfile.000.tiger” or “use TigerTool.” The Ultimate Guide to Modding Tomb Raider (2013):
Create a Backup: Go to your Tomb Raider installation folder. Locate the existing patch000.tiger file, copy it, and paste it into a separate backup folder outside your game files. Open GOG Galaxy -> Right-click Tomb Raider ->
This article will walk you through everything you need to know: the essential tools, the step-by-step installation guide, troubleshooting common errors, and the best mods to download first.
Find the correct subfolder