Exploring the archaeology, myths, locations, and art of Tomb Raider.
Spooky Season is upon us once more! And to celebrate it, I’d like to talk about the most terrifying levels and places from the Tomb Raider Survivor Trilogy.** From heart-stopping jump scares to supernatural demons, from rancid pools of blood to claustrophobic underwater passageways, the Tomb Raider games have always …
The 10 Most Terrifying Levels of the Tomb Raider Survivor Trilogy Continue Reading
Whether you’re looking for a fun birthday gift for a friend or a little something for your own collection, this year’s Tomb Raider gift guide has something to suit most tastes and budgets! From cookbooks to action figures, from mugs to gift cards, you can find a wide range of …
Tomb Raider Gift Guide 2022 Continue Reading
2021 was a big year for Tomb Raider fans as the popular video game (and film) franchise celebrated a new milestone: its 25th anniversary. The Crystal Dynamics community management team did a commendable job of commemorating this special occasion with a year-long program of online events, fan spotlights, and merchandise …
25 Ways ‘Tomb Raider’ Fans Celebrated Its 25th Anniversary Continue Reading
Many moons ago, I put together a wish list for a sequel to Tomb Raider (2013) and, oddly enough, most of the items on that list ended up being gameplay features in Rise of the Tomb Raider, Shadow of the Tomb Raider, or both. And while a new Tomb Raider game …
10 Things I’d Like to See in the Next ‘Tomb Raider’ Game Continue Reading
The holiday season is almost upon us once more and that means it’s time to raid your wallets and search for the ideal gift for the Tomb Raider fan in your life. From novels to action figures, from artbooks to cute little stocking fillers, you’ll find something here to suit …
Tomb Raider Christmas Gift Guide 2018 Continue Reading
There’s been a lot of talk about “toxicity” in fandom in recent years. Social media and other online platforms have brought fans closer together, allowing them to share their love for Tomb Raider with other like-minded individuals across the world or chat with their favourite game developers and writers. But, …
10 Steps to a More Positive Tomb Raider Fandom Continue Reading
Looking for some quality blogs on Ancient Egyptian history, language, or art? Then look no further. All of the Egyptology-focused blogs listed below have been handpicked for their educational value, originality, and accessibility to the general public. Please note that this is an updated and expanded version of the list …
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The Tomb Raider video game series and films have done a tremendous job of showcasing some of the world’s historical sites and exotic locations, whether they’re well-known attractions such as the pyramids at Giza or Angkor Wat or the less commonly known Trajan’s Market and Jan Mayen island. And as one of the …
Star Wars Locations That Would Be Great Settings for a Tomb Raider Game Continue Reading
Looking for a gift for a book-loving Tomb Raider fan? Or looking for a new book to add to your library? Whatever the reason, you’ll find a range of recommended reads listed below, ranging from spin-off novels to comics, from art books to other non-fiction titles. Note: I cannot vouch …
Great Gifts for the ‘Tomb Raider’ Bookworm Continue Reading
Tracking down Easter eggs in video games is one of the joys of gaming and the ‘Blood Ties’ DLC is rife with references and amusing nods to Lara’s past adventures, making it a real treat for long-time fans of the Tomb Raider series. Whether it’s a familiar object or a subtle …
The Secrets of Croft Manor: ‘Blood Ties’ Easter Eggs Continue Reading
It feels like a project that’s been years – dare I say “too many years” – in the making but the long-awaited reboot of the Tomb Raider movie franchise is finally picking up steam! Back in April, we learnt that Swedish actress Alicia Vikander won the coveted lead role and now …
What We Know About the New ‘Tomb Raider’ Film So Far Continue Reading
Another E3 has come and gone and while we’re still waiting for news of a PS4 release for Rise of the Tomb Raider, we got a little sneak peek of the upcoming commemorative book, 20 Years of Tomb Raider: Digging Up the Past, Defining the Future, and learnt that a …
Square Enix Presents the Top Tombs of Tomb Raider Continue Reading
The Tomb Raider series has always had its fair share of “Easter eggs”, hidden secrets, and amusing references to pop culture icons. Lara’s latest adventure, Rise of the Tomb Raider, is no exception. From references to Lara’s earlier adventures to touching tributes to one of the world’s most-loved fantasy authors, …
Unearthing Rise of the Tomb Raider Easter Eggs Continue Reading
Lara Croft’s search for the lost city of Kitezh takes her to the forests and mountain ranges of Siberia, a vast and often misunderstood region that stretches from Russia’s Ural Mountains to the country’s north Pacific coastline. Commonly viewed as a region of Arctic wastelands and Soviet-era prison camps, Siberia is a land …
6 Siberia Travelogues for the Armchair Adventurer Continue Reading
The long-awaited Syria gameplay demo has finally been released to the public and it has reaffirmed my belief that Rise of the Tomb Raider may turn out to be the best Tomb Raider game of recent years. Aside from a few minor gripes (which I will touch upon later), the demo was a …
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Based on what we’ve seen of Rise of the Tomb Raider so far, a good portion of the game will take place in Siberia, a region in the Russian Federation that is commonly – and incorrectly – viewed as little more than an icy wilderness, a place where political undesirables were …
5 Female Explorers Who Made Their Marks in Siberia Continue Reading
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