May 6th 2024.
The latest skin for Lara Croft in Call of Duty has sparked some interesting rumors about the upcoming Tomb Raider game. According to two separate sources, the game will not only be open world, but also involve Lara recruiting a team of allies to aid her in her adventures.
The developers at Crystal Dynamics have been working on the new Tomb Raider for quite some time now, but the only official information we have is that it will "unify" the timelines of the original games and the reboot. However, it is still unclear what this actually means. The game's genre has not been revealed, but a recent rumor suggests that it will be open world and revolve around the discovery of the tomb of Indian emperor Ashoka the Great. This leads Lara on a race to collect powerful relics before a group of wannabe tomb raiders known as "The Society of Raiders."
In this new game, Lara will apparently be able to recruit allies to join her team. It's uncertain how this feature will work and what their role will be in terms of gameplay. However, it is interesting to note that the game will have a strong emphasis on non-lethal combat. The Tomb Raider franchise has always been known for its violent gameplay, with the original Lara gunning down endangered species and the reboot trilogy taking it to the extreme with hundreds of human kills. This made it difficult to portray a believable character and turned the game into a generic third-person shooter. It's refreshing to see that Crystal Dynamics is addressing this issue.
Of course, these rumors should be taken with a grain of salt. They come from V Scooper, a well-known leaker with a good track record in movie leaks. According to him, the new Tomb Raider will offer vast landscapes and the ability to freely explore using a motorcycle, parachute, and Lara's signature traversal methods. The game is said to release in less than a year, but this is not set in stone.
Interestingly, these rumors align with an earlier leak from February, which also mentioned an open world setting with companions and vehicles for Lara. The game was described as a "Ubigame," hinting at generic open world features and a structure similar to an MMO. However, there was one peculiar detail mentioned: Lara's ability to use magic. It's worth noting that two separate sources have mentioned the companion aspect, making it a noteworthy detail.
As we wait for official information, it's possible that the game will be unveiled during one of the summer preview showcases. So far, there has been no hint of this, but it could be a possibility. In the meantime, let's keep an eye out for any new details.
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