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, now and again, things go awry. One poorly-phrased comment from a game developer, an incendiary remark about someone’s cosplay photos, or a heated discussion about ... [Continue Reading]
What better way to count down to the release of the new Tomb Raider film than with a weekly dose of brand new content? Warner Bros teamed up with actress Alicia Vikander to announce #TombRaiderTuesdays, a weekly social media event that invites fans to join them on an epic adventure packed with film trivia, puzzles, and prizes. Transcript: “Hi, I’m Alicia Vikander. Happy New Year. Between now and the release of Tomb Raider, join in for #TombRaiderTuesdays to get to know Lara Croft. ... [Continue Reading]
The Crystal Dynamics team have launched two new online experiences for Tomb Raider fans to explore ahead of Rise of the Tomb Raider’s Xbox release next month. Instagram Experience The Rise of the Tomb Raider Instagram Experience is possibly the best use of the photo- and video-sharing service I’ve seen to date. Divided into 9 different sections and arranged like a virtual pinboard, the Instagram Experience allows fans to learn more about the deadly tombs Lara will visit as well ... [Continue Reading]
E3 2015 is now just a few days away and the Crystal Dynamics team have chosen to celebrate the occasion by launching their newly-revamped studio website and company branding. The dark, weathered wood and metal textures are perfectly in tune with the gritty reinvention of the Tomb Raider franchise, though, thankfully they spared us the pools of blood and detached limbs of the reboot… Site navigation is a breeze. Fans of the Tomb Raider and Legacy of Kain games can learn more about ... [Continue Reading]
