Tomb Raider

Tomb Raider: Action-Adventure Game Series

Action-adventure video game series developed by Crystal Dynamics, focusing on Lara Croft's adventures in discovering lost tombs and fighting enemies worldwide.

What is Tomb Raider?

Tomb Raider is an iconic action-adventure video game franchise centered around the adventures of the female archeologist Lara Croft. First released in 1996 by Core Design, the series popularized the action-adventure and female protagonist genres in video games. The series focuses on Lara Croft traversing ancient tombs and ruins around the world while battling rival treasure hunters and dangerous creatures.

The original Tomb Raider games were acclaimed for their expansive environments, complex puzzles, and platforming challenges. Lara herself became a gaming icon due to her toughness, independence, and sex appeal. After a string of poorly received sequels in the early 2000s, the series was rebooted in 2013 by Crystal Dynamics to critical acclaim. The reboot series portrayed a grittier, more realistic Lara Croft overcoming extreme odds to become the confident adventurer she is known as.

With over 20 games released as of 2022, Tomb Raider remains one of gaming's most historically significant franchises. Its protagonists wit, athleticism, and perseverance in the face perilous ancient tombs and temples filled with obstacles, traps, and supernatural threats has cemented Lara Croft's status as the quintessential video game adventurer.

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