Tomb Raider
Tomb Raider is an action-adventure video game franchise featuring the archaeologist-adventurer Lara Croft. Known for exploration, puzzle-solving, and combat, the series has become one of the most iconic gaming franchises, spawning numerous games, films, and media adaptations.
Category
Game
Release Year
1996
Origin
United Kingdom
Tags
action-adventurearchaeologyexplorationpuzzleadventurefemale protagonistsurvival
Detailed Overview Information
Basic Information
Full Name
Tomb Raider
Aliases
Not specified
Type
game
Release Year
1996
Status
Active franchise with ongoing releases
Origin
United Kingdom
Region
Not specified
Creation Information
Creator
Not specified
Publisher
Not specified
Original Work
game
Genre
action-adventure, archaeology, exploration, puzzle, adventure, female protagonist, survival
Content Information
Synopsis
Tomb Raider is an action-adventure video game franchise featuring the archaeologist-adventurer Lara Croft. Known for exploration, puzzle-solving, and combat, the series has become one of the most iconic gaming franchises, spawning numerous games, films, and media adaptations.
Main Characters
Not specified
Setting
Not specified
Themes
action-adventure, archaeology, exploration, puzzle, adventure, female protagonist, survival
Target Audience
Not specified
Media Forms
Original Medium
Video Games
Adaptations
Films, Comic books, Novels, Mobile games, VR experiences
Merchandise
Action figures, Collectibles, Clothing, Art books, Soundtracks
Cross Media
Theme park attractions, Exhibitions, Fan conventions, Cosplay culture
Commercial Information
Game Sales
Over 88 million copies sold worldwide
Film Box Office
Over $400 million worldwide from film adaptations
Critical Reception
Generally positive, praised for gameplay innovation and character development
Audience Reception
Massive fanbase, iconic character status for Lara Croft
Awards
Multiple Game of the Year awards, Character design awards, Technical achievement awards
Merchandise Revenue
Hundreds of millions from licensing and merchandise
Fan Culture
Fanbase Size
Millions of fans worldwide
Demographics
Diverse age range, strong female fanbase, adventure game enthusiasts
Community Platforms
Reddit, Steam, Official forums, Discord, Social media
Fan Creations
Fan art, Cosplay, Level editors, Mods, Fan fiction, Walkthroughs
Conventions
Gaming conventions, Comic conventions, Cosplay events, Fan meetups
Fandom Characteristics
Lara Croft cosplay, Speedrunning community, Level creation, Archaeological interest, Adventure gaming appreciation
Historical Development
Creation Background
Created to showcase 3D graphics capabilities and feature a strong female protagonist
Major Milestones
1996: Original Tomb Raider released, 1997-2003: Classic Core Design era, 2001: First film adaptation with Angelina Jolie, 2006-2008: Crystal Dynamics takes over, 2013: Franchise reboot with origin story, 2015: Rise of the Tomb Raider, 2018: Shadow of the Tomb Raider completes reboot trilogy, 2018: Alicia Vikander film reboot
Cultural Impact
Pioneered female protagonists in action games, influenced adventure game design
Legacy
One of the most recognizable video game characters and franchises in history
Related Links
tombraider.square-enix-games.com
www.enjoyip.com