Tomb Raider is an action-adventure game franchise developed by Core Design and published by Eidos Interactive. The original Tomb Raider debuted in 1996 and quickly became a worldwide hit, establishing a blueprint for the genre. Players take on the role of Lara Croft, a daring archaeologist who explores tombs and ruins across the globe in search of lost artifacts and ancient relics. Gameplay features running, jumping, climbing, rolling, swimming, and combat alongside intricate environmental puzzles across stages set in Peru, Greece, Egypt, Atlantis, and other ancient civilizations. The series is renowned not just for its innovative gameplay, but also for creating Lara Croft, one of gaming's most iconic characters whose influence is still felt in modern action-adventure design. Across numerous sequels, remasters, and reboots, the Tomb Raider franchise has continued to deliver high-quality adventures that captivate players worldwide.