{"id":31700,"date":"2025-02-26T06:13:37","date_gmt":"2025-02-26T06:13:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/?p=31700"},"modified":"2025-02-26T06:13:37","modified_gmt":"2025-02-26T06:13:37","slug":"is-the-new-tomb-raider-trilogy-a-prequel","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-the-new-tomb-raider-trilogy-a-prequel\/","title":{"rendered":"Is the new Tomb Raider trilogy a prequel?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_67_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-the-new-tomb-raider-trilogy-a-prequel\/#Is_the_New_Tomb_Raider_Trilogy_a_Prequel_Exploring_the_Reboot_and_Its_Place_in_the_Franchise\" title=\"Is the New Tomb Raider Trilogy a Prequel? Exploring the Reboot and Its Place in the Franchise\">Is the New Tomb Raider Trilogy a Prequel? Exploring the Reboot and Its Place in the Franchise<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-the-new-tomb-raider-trilogy-a-prequel\/#A_Deep_Dive_into_the_Reboot_Trilogy\" title=\"A Deep Dive into the Reboot Trilogy\">A Deep Dive into the Reboot Trilogy<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-the-new-tomb-raider-trilogy-a-prequel\/#The_Survivor_Trilogy_A_New_Beginning\" title=\"The Survivor Trilogy: A New Beginning\">The Survivor Trilogy: A New Beginning<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-the-new-tomb-raider-trilogy-a-prequel\/#Why_its_Not_a_Prequel\" title=\"Why it&#8217;s Not a Prequel\">Why it&#8217;s Not a Prequel<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-the-new-tomb-raider-trilogy-a-prequel\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)\">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-the-new-tomb-raider-trilogy-a-prequel\/#1_Are_the_New_Tomb_Raider_Games_Connected\" title=\"1. Are the New Tomb Raider Games Connected?\">1. Are the New Tomb Raider Games Connected?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-the-new-tomb-raider-trilogy-a-prequel\/#2_Do_I_Have_to_Play_the_New_Tomb_Raider_Games_in_Order\" title=\"2. Do I Have to Play the New Tomb Raider Games in Order?\">2. Do I Have to Play the New Tomb Raider Games in Order?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-the-new-tomb-raider-trilogy-a-prequel\/#3_What_is_the_%E2%80%9CSurvivor_Trilogy%E2%80%9D_all_about\" title=\"3. What is the &#8220;Survivor Trilogy&#8221; all about?\">3. What is the &#8220;Survivor Trilogy&#8221; all about?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-the-new-tomb-raider-trilogy-a-prequel\/#4_Are_the_Original_Tomb_Raider_Games_Connected_to_the_Reboot_Trilogy\" title=\"4. Are the Original Tomb Raider Games Connected to the Reboot Trilogy?\">4. Are the Original Tomb Raider Games Connected to the Reboot Trilogy?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-the-new-tomb-raider-trilogy-a-prequel\/#5_Is_Tomb_Raider_2013_a_reboot_of_the_series\" title=\"5. Is Tomb Raider (2013) a reboot of the series?\">5. Is Tomb Raider (2013) a reboot of the series?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-the-new-tomb-raider-trilogy-a-prequel\/#6_Which_Tomb_Raider_game_is_the_first_in_the_reboot_trilogy\" title=\"6.  Which Tomb Raider game is the first in the reboot trilogy?\">6.  Which Tomb Raider game is the first in the reboot trilogy?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-the-new-tomb-raider-trilogy-a-prequel\/#7_How_many_Tomb_Raider_reboots_have_there_been\" title=\"7. How many Tomb Raider reboots have there been?\">7. How many Tomb Raider reboots have there been?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-the-new-tomb-raider-trilogy-a-prequel\/#8_Is_Tomb_Raider_Anniversary_a_prequel\" title=\"8. Is Tomb Raider Anniversary a prequel?\">8. Is Tomb Raider Anniversary a prequel?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-the-new-tomb-raider-trilogy-a-prequel\/#9_How_many_Tomb_Raider_games_are_canon\" title=\"9. How many Tomb Raider games are canon?\">9. How many Tomb Raider games are canon?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-the-new-tomb-raider-trilogy-a-prequel\/#10_Are_the_stories_in_the_original_Tomb_Raider_games_connected\" title=\"10. Are the stories in the original Tomb Raider games connected?\">10. Are the stories in the original Tomb Raider games connected?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-the-new-tomb-raider-trilogy-a-prequel\/#11_Are_the_Legend_trilogy_games_connected\" title=\"11. Are the Legend trilogy games connected?\">11. Are the Legend trilogy games connected?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-the-new-tomb-raider-trilogy-a-prequel\/#12_Is_the_new_Tomb_Raider_game_coming_out_a_sequel_to_Shadow\" title=\"12. Is the new Tomb Raider game coming out a sequel to Shadow?\">12. Is the new Tomb Raider game coming out a sequel to Shadow?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-the-new-tomb-raider-trilogy-a-prequel\/#13_Is_the_gameplay_of_the_new_Tomb_Raider_trilogy_different_from_previous_games\" title=\"13. Is the gameplay of the new Tomb Raider trilogy different from previous games?\">13. Is the gameplay of the new Tomb Raider trilogy different from previous games?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-the-new-tomb-raider-trilogy-a-prequel\/#14_Does_the_Tomb_Raider_trilogy_include_DLC\" title=\"14. Does the Tomb Raider trilogy include DLC?\">14. Does the Tomb Raider trilogy include DLC?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-the-new-tomb-raider-trilogy-a-prequel\/#15_Why_is_the_new_Tomb_Raider_a_soft_reboot\" title=\"15. Why is the new Tomb Raider a soft reboot?\">15. Why is the new Tomb Raider a soft reboot?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-the-new-tomb-raider-trilogy-a-prequel\/#Conclusion_A_New_Era_for_Lara_Croft\" title=\"Conclusion: A New Era for Lara Croft\">Conclusion: A New Era for Lara Croft<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_the_New_Tomb_Raider_Trilogy_a_Prequel_Exploring_the_Reboot_and_Its_Place_in_the_Franchise\"><\/span>Is the New Tomb Raider Trilogy a Prequel? Exploring the Reboot and Its Place in the Franchise<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p>The short answer is a resounding <strong>no<\/strong>. The recent <strong>Tomb Raider trilogy<\/strong>, consisting of <strong>Tomb Raider (2013)<\/strong>, <strong>Rise of the Tomb Raider (2015)<\/strong>, and <strong>Shadow of the Tomb Raider (2018)<\/strong>, is not a prequel to the original Tomb Raider games or any previous established storylines within the franchise. Instead, this trilogy serves as a <strong>reboot<\/strong> of the entire Tomb Raider universe, retelling Lara Croft&#8217;s origin story and setting her on a new path. It&#8217;s a complete reimagining, designed to attract both new players and long-time fans by offering a fresh perspective on Lara\u2019s journey.<\/p>\n<p>The reboot trilogy focuses on <strong>Lara&#8217;s formative years<\/strong> and her transformation from a young, inexperienced woman into the hardened adventurer we know and love. It doesn&#8217;t attempt to build upon the narrative established in the older games; rather, it <strong>starts anew<\/strong>, offering a unique and self-contained narrative arc. So, while the original games show a seasoned Lara exploring the world, the reboot trilogy shows how she became that seasoned adventurer. Think of it as a <strong>completely separate timeline<\/strong> within the Tomb Raider canon.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_Deep_Dive_into_the_Reboot_Trilogy\"><\/span>A Deep Dive into the Reboot Trilogy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Survivor_Trilogy_A_New_Beginning\"><\/span>The Survivor Trilogy: A New Beginning<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The reboot trilogy, often referred to as the <strong>&#8220;Survivor trilogy,&#8221;<\/strong> is a major departure from the previous Tomb Raider games. The gameplay was updated to include cover mechanics, stealth elements, and RPG-like character progression, along with a <strong>darker, more survival-focused narrative<\/strong>. This shift in tone and gameplay made the reboot a success and showed that the franchise could still evolve. It moved away from simply finding ancient relics and focused on Lara\u2019s personal struggle to overcome challenges and understand her own capabilities.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Tomb Raider (2013)<\/strong> acts as the origin story, showing a young and somewhat naive Lara shipwrecked on a mysterious island. Here, she&#8217;s forced to survive, honing her combat skills and pushing herself to her limits. <strong>Rise of the Tomb Raider (2015)<\/strong> sees Lara venturing into Siberia, pursuing her research into immortality and continuing on her journey. Lastly, <strong>Shadow of the Tomb Raider (2018)<\/strong> has Lara in the jungles of South America, trying to stop an apocalypse and taking on more dangerous situations.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_its_Not_a_Prequel\"><\/span>Why it&#8217;s Not a Prequel<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The key thing to remember is that the <strong>reboot trilogy isn\u2019t trying to lead into the original games.<\/strong> Instead, it offers an alternative origin for Lara Croft. The original games show a fully-formed adventurer from the start, while the reboot trilogy follows her from her inexperienced first adventure through to a more confident and skilled Tomb Raider. It&#8217;s <strong>not a chronological precursor<\/strong>; it&#8217;s an entirely <strong>new origin story<\/strong>. The rebooted Lara goes through unique experiences that are specific to the Survivor trilogy and never happened in the original storyline.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>To further clarify the nature of the new Tomb Raider trilogy and its relationship to the rest of the franchise, here are 15 frequently asked questions:<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Are_the_New_Tomb_Raider_Games_Connected\"><\/span>1. Are the New Tomb Raider Games Connected?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, <strong>Tomb Raider (2013), Rise of the Tomb Raider (2015),<\/strong> and <strong>Shadow of the Tomb Raider (2018)<\/strong> are all connected. They form a single cohesive story arc, known as the Survivor trilogy.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Do_I_Have_to_Play_the_New_Tomb_Raider_Games_in_Order\"><\/span>2. Do I Have to Play the New Tomb Raider Games in Order?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>For the best understanding of the story, it is recommended to play them in order. However, each game can stand alone, and you can jump into the middle of the trilogy and still understand what\u2019s happening. However, you\u2019ll get the most out of it by playing in the correct sequence to understand Lara\u2019s journey.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_What_is_the_%E2%80%9CSurvivor_Trilogy%E2%80%9D_all_about\"><\/span>3. What is the &#8220;Survivor Trilogy&#8221; all about?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The Survivor trilogy focuses on Lara Croft&#8217;s <strong>origin story<\/strong> and her transformation into a seasoned adventurer. It highlights her <strong>struggles, personal growth<\/strong>, and her journey to embrace her destiny as the Tomb Raider.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Are_the_Original_Tomb_Raider_Games_Connected_to_the_Reboot_Trilogy\"><\/span>4. Are the Original Tomb Raider Games Connected to the Reboot Trilogy?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>No, the original Tomb Raider games (from 1996 onwards) and the reboot trilogy are <strong>separate continuities.<\/strong> The reboot trilogy starts a whole new timeline with a new origin for Lara.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Is_Tomb_Raider_2013_a_reboot_of_the_series\"><\/span>5. Is Tomb Raider (2013) a reboot of the series?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, <strong>Tomb Raider (2013)<\/strong> is considered the beginning of the <strong>reboot series.<\/strong> It completely re-imagines Lara\u2019s backstory and sets her on a new trajectory.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Which_Tomb_Raider_game_is_the_first_in_the_reboot_trilogy\"><\/span>6.  Which Tomb Raider game is the first in the reboot trilogy?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Tomb Raider (2013)<\/strong> is the first game in the reboot trilogy, starting the new storyline.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_How_many_Tomb_Raider_reboots_have_there_been\"><\/span>7. How many Tomb Raider reboots have there been?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>There have been three reboots of the series. The first was the <strong>Legend Trilogy<\/strong>, the second, the <strong>Survivor Trilogy<\/strong> and in development as of writing is a new game also titled <strong>Tomb Raider<\/strong> but it will also be a refresh of the whole franchise.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Is_Tomb_Raider_Anniversary_a_prequel\"><\/span>8. Is Tomb Raider Anniversary a prequel?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Tomb Raider Anniversary<\/strong> is a remake of the original 1996 Tomb Raider and falls within the <strong>Legend trilogy<\/strong> timeline, but not the Survivor Trilogy.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_How_many_Tomb_Raider_games_are_canon\"><\/span>9. How many Tomb Raider games are canon?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Within each continuity (Original, Legend and Survivor trilogies), all of the games are considered canon within their respective series, but the different timelines are not considered as canon with each other.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Are_the_stories_in_the_original_Tomb_Raider_games_connected\"><\/span>10. Are the stories in the original Tomb Raider games connected?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, the original games (Tomb Raider 1 through Angel of Darkness) do have an overarching story, with a narrative connecting most of them.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_Are_the_Legend_trilogy_games_connected\"><\/span>11. Are the Legend trilogy games connected?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, <strong>Tomb Raider: Legend, Tomb Raider: Anniversary, and Tomb Raider: Underworld<\/strong> are all connected and form a continuous storyline.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_Is_the_new_Tomb_Raider_game_coming_out_a_sequel_to_Shadow\"><\/span>12. Is the new Tomb Raider game coming out a sequel to Shadow?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The new Tomb Raider game, simply titled Tomb Raider, is not a direct sequel to Shadow of the Tomb Raider. It is considered a new refresh to the series and the start of a new story.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13_Is_the_gameplay_of_the_new_Tomb_Raider_trilogy_different_from_previous_games\"><\/span>13. Is the gameplay of the new Tomb Raider trilogy different from previous games?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, the gameplay in the reboot trilogy has been significantly revamped, introducing new mechanics like crafting, cover-based combat, and RPG-like skill upgrades. This is a big change from the classic puzzle-focused exploration of the original games.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"14_Does_the_Tomb_Raider_trilogy_include_DLC\"><\/span>14. Does the Tomb Raider trilogy include DLC?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, each game in the reboot trilogy has downloadable content that expands the story and gameplay experience.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"15_Why_is_the_new_Tomb_Raider_a_soft_reboot\"><\/span>15. Why is the new Tomb Raider a soft reboot?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The new <strong>Tomb Raider game<\/strong> will be a soft reboot because it is starting a new story that isn&#8217;t connected to the reboot trilogy. While it features the same character, it intends to offer a fresh start.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion_A_New_Era_for_Lara_Croft\"><\/span>Conclusion: A New Era for Lara Croft<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The new Tomb Raider trilogy is not a prequel, but rather a <strong>bold and successful reboot<\/strong> of the iconic series. It provides a compelling origin story for a new generation of fans while retaining the core elements of adventure and exploration that make Tomb Raider so beloved. The trilogy is a standalone storyline, but its success proves that Lara Croft will continue to be a leading character within the gaming world for many years to come.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Is the New Tomb Raider Trilogy a Prequel? Exploring the Reboot and Its Place in the Franchise The short answer is a resounding no. The recent Tomb Raider trilogy, consisting of Tomb Raider (2013), Rise of the Tomb Raider (2015), and Shadow of the Tomb Raider (2018), is not a prequel to the original Tomb &#8230; <a title=\"Is the new Tomb Raider trilogy a prequel?\" class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-the-new-tomb-raider-trilogy-a-prequel\/\" aria-label=\"More on Is the new Tomb Raider trilogy a prequel?\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[3],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-31700","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-blog"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/31700","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=31700"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/31700\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=31700"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=31700"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=31700"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}