Square Enix Posts Classic Tomb Raider Anniversaries

Square Enix has recently posted anniversary updates of both Tomb Raider II and Tomb Raider III on their social channels. Could this be hinting at remasters of the classic games that the fandom so desperately wishes for? With the Video Game Awards coming up in December and Tomb Raider IV and V anniversaries on the horizon, I will be keeping my eyes peeled for an announcement... 

 

Can you believe it’s been 23 years since we saw the incredible Lara Croft embarking on a journey to investigate the Dagger of Xian? 🗡️ Where were you when you first played @TombRaider II? pic.twitter.com/Xb4mqRu8b9

— Square Enix (@SquareEnix) November 21, 2020

In 1998, you took Lara Croft on a quest to recover four pieces of an ancient meteorite scattered across the world that held incredible power.... @TombRaider III: Adventures of Lara Croft remains a legend forever today. Thank you Lara 💖 pic.twitter.com/ZBzxyyBfc1

— Square Enix (@SquareEnix) November 20, 2020

Marvel's Avengers Game by Crystal Dynamics

Crystal Dynamics along with Crystal Northwest and Eidos Montreal are working hard on a new Marvel's Avengers game and it is looking pretty fantastic! I know my site is dedicated to the Tomb Raider Franchise, but I just couldn't resist posting about this game. I am so excited for it and can't wait to play! I am not a massive Avengers or Marvel fan, but I do like the characters and movies. This game has me all sorts of hyped to play as super heroes solo and with my friends. The narrative storytelling looks like its going to be great and in the style of the latest Tomb Raider Trilogy which I love.

The characters and their outfits have so much detail it's kind of astounding. The customization of their skills and abilities should be really fun. Kamala Khan seems like a really interesting and unique character that I can relate to and how about those dual pistols eh Natasha?? Better be some foreshadowing for the next Tomb Raider installment!

I have collected all the media down below as well as some info-graphics on pre-order bonuses and editions. GameStop is offering an exclusive pin set, Best Buy has a special steenbok, Walmart gets a neat set of patches, and PlayStation gets exclusive content. Marvel's Avengers is set to release September 4th, 2020.

More to come. Visit the Official Avengers Site for more info and to pre-order.

Shadow of the Tomb Raider: The Forge DLC

The first of seven DLC's for Shadow of the Tomb Raider is dropping tonight! It is titled The Forge and introduces a brand new story, a lava filled tomb, the Brocken Outfit and an alternate version, Umbrage 3-80 Weapon, Grenadier Skill, Score Attack, Time Attack, and Co-op modes! There is a lot to be had over the next seven months and I can't wait to see what surprises are in store!

Shadow of the Tomb Raider 48 Hour Early Access Starts Now!

If you haven't pre-ordered your copy of Shadow of the Tomb Raider yet... what are you waiting for?! Do it now! If you pre-order the "Croft Edition" now you will be able to play instantly, two days before release! I guarantee you will not be disappointed! It's a fantastic game for the hardcore fans and casual gamers alike. Become the Tomb Raider you were meant to be today!

The "Croft Edition" includes:

Available on Xbox One, Xbox One X, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 4 Pro, PC and Steam. "Croft Edition" available digitally without the steelbook or physically with the steelbook.

My Experience at the Shadow of the Tomb Raider Reveal Event

I recently returned from the Shadow of the Tomb Raider Reveal Event held at The Mayan in Los Angeles,  California and.... all I can say is WOW! The entire experience was absolutely phenomenal! Square Enix sponsored my travel and accommodations for this event. I am very grateful and I feel very lucky to have had this opportunity. A big shout out to Crystal Dynamics for making this dream a reality.

I met other long-time Tomb Raider fans and cos-players from around the world for the very first time after following them for years online! It was very humbling and everyone welcomed me in as if I were family. I was able to chat with some of the developers and get some more insight on the new game. I even met Earl Baylon! The voice and motion capture actor for Jonah! He is a very cool, down-to-earth guy and I had a great time chatting with him.

Now let's talk about the game! Upon first walking into The Mayan I came to the pre-order display showcasing all the editions of the game! There's quite a few different editions including regular, digital, Croft, and ultimate. I will delve deeper into the editions in a later post.

Now, the demo....OMG the demo! I played a segment from the beginning of the game that was about an hour in length. I was awe-struck! I won't go into too many details because I want you all to be as mesmerized as I was.

I will say that the game looks beautiful. It has quite a darker tone than "Rise" and that's a good thing! Lara is a lot stronger and you can tell just by looking at her! The muscle definition is off the chain! The acting feels so much more organic in this entry as well. The location, tombs, and puzzles feel a lot more involved and dangerous and Lara will have to face the repercussions of her actions.

I can't wait for you all to see what I've seen! You'll be blown away! 

They could not have picked a better venue for this event! The whole place looked like a Maya temple and it felt like you were dropped right into the game! The bar served themed cocktails and delicious Mexican food. There was an awesome photo wall with stellar props too!

All in all, the night was a complete blast! I made so many new friends that all share a common passion and I can't wait to see what's in store for the future! It's an amazing time to be a Tomb Raider fan!

Shadow of the Tomb Raider Reveal Event Ambassador

I am so excited to announce that I will be an Official Fansite Ambassador at the Shadow of the Tomb Raider Reveal Event in LA! A big thank you to Crystal Dynamics & Square Enix for this opportunity! Stay tuned for the inside scoop!

Tomb Raider Suite Exclusive Artwork Revealed

The official artwork for The Tomb Raider Suite has been revealed and boy does it get the blood pumping! Now, this artwork is exclusive to the Kickstarter Campaign and will not be available comercially. So pledge your support now for this project to secure yours and add something special to your Tomb Raider Collection!

PLEDGE HERE!

Jewel Case CD

Limited Edition Deluxe Tin CD

Limited Edition Deluxe Vinyl

Tomb Raider at San Diego Comic-Con 2016

It's time for San Diego Comic-Con again and Tomb Raider is going to have a pretty good presence with more #TombRaider20 celebrations! Get your comics signed by the contributors, grab your custom Tomb Raider dog tags and lanyards, get your picture taken with famous cosplayers, and even climb an ice glacier! Sounds like there is going to be some big announcements too! How exciting!

SDCC Schedule

"Thursday, July 21

• 12:00 PM – 12:50 PM | SIGNING | Phillip Sevy @ Dark Horse: Join current Tomb Raider comic artist Phillip Sevy at the Dark Horse booth (#2615) from 12:00 - 12:50 to have your books signed. Anyone attending in an Tomb Raider costume get a free sketch. 
• 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM | SIGNING | 20 Years of Tomb Raider: Digging up the Past, Defining the Future Promo: Join 20 Years of Tomb Raider author Meagan Marie at the Prima Games booth (#1028). Verify your pre-order of 20 Years of Tomb Raider and receive an autographed Rise of the Tomb Raider poster! With stunning visuals and in-depth commentary, 20 Years of Tomb Raider explores the ground-breaking, rich, and diverse history of this iconic gaming franchise. Book available to pre-order now. 

Friday, July 22

• 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM | ACTIVITIES | Square Enix Experience: Rise of the Tomb Raider Glacial Climb, #TombRaider20 custom dog tags, lanyard giveaway, and Lara Croft cosplay ambassador photo-ops at the Square Enix Experience: 7th Avenue and Market Street. 
• 5:00 PM – 5:50 PM | SIGNING | Corinna Bechko @ Dark Horse: Join Lara Croft and the Frozen Omen writer Corinna Bechko at the Dark Horse booth (#2615) from 5:00 - 5:50 to have your books signed. 

Saturday, July 23

• 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM | ACTIVITIES | Square Enix Experience: Rise of the Tomb Raider Glacial Climb, #TombRaider20 Custom dog tags, lanyard giveaway, and Lara Croft cosplay ambassador photo-ops at the Square Enix Experience: 7th Avenue and Market Street.
• 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM | PANEL | 20 Years of Tomb Raider: Lara Croft’s Multimedia Empire: In 1996, Core Design unleashed Lara Croft on the world when they released the first Tomb Raider video game. Over the past two decades, Tomb Raider expanded to all facets of pop culture and entertainment – from critically acclaimed video games to record-breaking Hollywood movies; from best-selling comic series and chart-topping singles. Join major Franchise contributors on Saturday, July 23, (Room 24ABC) for a conversation about Lara Croft’s multimedia empire, presented by the top-tier talent who brought her to life across different mediums. Panelists: Greg Miller (Moderator), Camilla Luddington (Voice and Performance Artist for Lara Croft), Noah Hughes (Franchise Creative Director), Andy Park (Comic and Concept Artist), Debbie Lash (Eidos’ Lara Croft model manager and marketing executive), and Meagan Marie (Senior Community Manager at Crystal Dynamics, and author of 20 Years of Tomb Raider). The panel will not be live streamed, but will be uploaded online at a future date.
• 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM | COSPLAY GATHERING | Square Enix Experience: Those who attend in costume will receive exclusive #TombRaider20 swag and professional photos. All Lara iterations – classic or current – as well as other characters from the franchise history are welcome to attend. If you’re looking for costume reference from Rise of the Tomb Raider, check out our Gear Up Guide gallery. Please review SDCC weapon and prop policy prior to attending the show. RSVP on Facebook for more info."

Source: Official Tomb Raider Blog